1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

Shipph_g protector

Knob

TIGHTEN

2.Remove shipping protector from coupler.

3.Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer attachment (if present).

4.Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler.

5.Push the attachment into the cou-

pler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.

6.Before using the unit, tighten the

knob securely by turning clock- wise.

Coupler Primary Hole

Guide Recess

Upper Locking/ Attachment

Release

Shaft

Button

mlWARNING:

Make sure the lock-

ing/release button is locked in the pri- mary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment op- erator's manual. Using the wrong hole

could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.

Secondary Hote

Locking/Release

Button in Primary Hole

For optional attachments, see the AS- SEMBLY section of the applicable at- tachment operator's manual.

ATTACHING SHIELD

,_&WARNING: The shield must be

properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on under- side of shield) is sharp and can cut you. For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OP- ERATION section.

1.Remove wing nut from shield.

2.Insert bracket into slot as shown.

3.Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket.

4.Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Wing Nut

Bracket_/

Slot

I

Gearbox

Shield

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

_'WARNING: When adjusting tile assist handle, be sure it remains above

the safety label and below the mark or arrow on the shaft.

1.Loosen wing nut on handle.

2.Rotate the handle on the shaft to an upright position; retighten wing nut.

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Craftsman 358.791071 operating instructions Attaching Shield, Adjusting the Handle

358.791071 specifications

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