Craftsman 358797121 line trimmer

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B. PKE_PE_'_ON CHECK8
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Redew all Warnings and S_ety _ns tn this
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Before operating your tool, always:
1 Inspect the entire tool before each use. Replace
damaged parts_Check forfuel leaks and make sure all
fasteners are in place and securely fastened,
2. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked,
chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way
before using this too!.
3o Use only .080" diameter Sears Laser Line. Never
use wire, rope, string, etc.
4. Use only with the shield properly attached.
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5. Useonlytbe_ _mnm" bead. See"Specifica-
tionsY Make sure the trimmer head is properly
installed and securely fastened. Referto "Assembly?'
6. Be sure trimmer head Stol_ turning when en_
idles. See "Carburetor Adjustments ?'
7. Makecarburetor adjuslmentswith the drive shaft
housing supported to prevent the trimmer line from
contacting any object. Hold the tool by hand. Do not
use the optional shoulder strap for support
8. Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
9 Use only accessories or attachments as recom-
mended by Sears for this tool.
I0 Clean the air f'dterif dirty before operating the tool.
Refer to "Specifications;' for air filter location,
C. START_G INS_UCTIONS (For location of controls, refer to "Specifications:')
a, Fuel engine Move at least 10 feet away from
fueling site
b t_xtend 4-6 inches of Line flom Trimmer Head
d_ WARNING
The trimmer head will turn as soon as the engine starts.
c. Rest Engine and Shield on ground, suppoltingTrim-
mer Head offthe ground away from trees, bushes,
onlookers, etc Figure I2,
d If using optional Shoulder Strap, place Shoulder
Strap on your shoulder. Start engine before clipping
Shoulder Strap to the tool,
Z._r a _lid Engine:
a, Move Ignition Switch to "on." Figure 13.
b,, Move Choke to "full" position., Figure 14
c, Grasp Foam Grip and squeeze Throttle Trigger fully
Keep Throttle Trigger fully squeezed until engine
runs smoothly (through step "g"),
d_ Pull Starter Rope sharply until engine attempts to
run, but no more than 8 pulls at full choke to avoid
flooding the engine, The engine "attempt to run"
may be hard to hear. The operator must listen
carefully. After 8 pulls, proceed to step "e." even
if engine has not attempted to run,
Move Choke to "half" position. Figure 14
f. Pull Starter Rope sharply until engine attempts to
run, but no more than 5 pulls,
NOTE: If engine has not started after 5pulls, repeat
steps "a" through "f"
Allow engine to run 5 seconds, then move Choke to
"off" position. Figure 9. Keep Throttle Trigger fully
squeezed until engine runs smoothly
NOTE: Ifengine dies with Choke at "off" position,
repeatsteps"e"through"g:'
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Figure13 Figure14
A md any bodily contact w_th the muffler when starting
a warm engine. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
ao Move Ignition Switch to "on,," Figure t3
h Move Choke to "half" position. Figure 14.
Cr Grasp Foam Grip and squeeze Throttle Trigger
fully Keep 17wottle Trigger fidly _queezed until
engine run._ smoothly
d Pull Starter Rope sharply until engine runs, but
no more than 5 puils
NOtrE: If engine does not run after 5 pulls, it is pro-
bably flooded. Wait a few minutes and repeat pro-
cedure with Choke at "off" position. Figure 14o
e. Move Choke to "off" position, Figure 14. Keep
5igger fidty squeezed until engflw runs smoothly_
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