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1. 7 Pull starter rope handle until the en gine runs but no more than 6 pulls NOTE If the engine has not started af ter 6 pulls at HALF CHOKE check to make sure the ON OFF switch and the choke lever are in the proper positions Then move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position and press the primer bulb 6 times pull the starter rope 2 more times Move the choke le ver to HALF CHOKE and pull the starter rope until the engine runs but no more than 6 more pulls NOTE If engine still has not started it is probably flooded Proceed to START ING A FLOODED ENGINE 8 Allow the engine to run 10 seconds then move the choke lever to OFF CHOKE Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE then release the throttle lock by squeez ing and releasing the trigger 6 NOTE If engine dies with the choke lever at the OFF CHOKE position move the choke lever to HALF CHOKE and pull the rope until the engine runs 9 To stop engine move switch to OFF STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Make sure switch is in ON position 2 Move the choke lever to HALF CHOKE 8 Engage the throttle lock as directed in STARTING A COLD ENGINE Keep the throttle lock engaged until the engine runs smoothly 4 Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 5 pulls 5 Allow the engine to run 10 seconds then move the choke lever to OFF CHOKE Release the throttle lock by squeezing and releasing the trigger NOTE2. e Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut A WARNING Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can re sult in serious injury KNOW YOUR UNIT e Read your Operator s Manual care fully until you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety rules before operating the unit e Restrict unit to users who understand and will follow all warnings and safety rules in this manual and on the unit PLAN AHEAD Always wear eye protection when op erating servicing or performing main tenance on unit Wearing eye protec tion will help to prevent brush or debris from being thrown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and or serious injury Wear hearing protection when using this unit Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove jewelry loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging straps ties tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts Do not operate unit when you are tired ill upset or if you are under the influ ence of alcohol drugs or medication Keep children bystanders and ani mals away from work area a mini mum of 30 feet 10 m when starting or operating unit inspect the area before starting the unit Remove all debris and hard ob jects such as rocks glass wire etc that can ricochet be thrown or other wise cause injury or damage during operation HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION e Eliminate all sources of spa
3. 2 cycle engine oil air cooled through the spark plug open ing Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Clean air filter Check entire unit for loose screws nuts and bolts Replace any dam aged broken or worn parts At the beginning of the next season use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust A WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require opera tion of the unit TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will 1 Engine flooded 1 See Starting a Flooded Engine in not start 2 Fuel tank empty Operation Section 3 Spark plug not firing 2 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture 4 Fuel not reaching carburetor 3 Install new spark plug 4 Check for dirty fuel filter replace Check for kinked or split fuel line 5 Compression low repair or replace 5 Contact Sears Service Engine will 1 Carburetor requires adjustment 1 See Service and Adjustments section donee 2 Crankshaft seals worn 2 Contact Sears Service 3 Compression low 8 Contact Sears Service Engine will 1 Air filter dirty 1 Clean or replace air filter not acceler 2 Spark plug
4. Store the unit so the cutting blade cannot accidentally cause injury e Store in a dry area out of reach of children SPECIAL NOTICE Your hedge trim mer is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443 All U S forest land and the states of Cali fornia idaho Maine Minnesota New Jersey Oregon and Washington re quire by law that many internal com bustion engines be equipped with a CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol lowing list Model 358 795660 Hedge Trimmer 2 Cycle Engine Oil Scabbard spark arresting screen If you operate a hedge trimmer in a state or locale where such regulations exist you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts Failure to do so is a violation of the law For normal homeowner use the muffler and spark arresting screen will not re quire any service After 50 hours of use we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your Sears Service Center SAFETY NOTICE Exposure to vibra tions through prolonged use of gaso line powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers hands and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnor mal swelling Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood ves sel damage in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain los
5. fouled 2 Clean or replace spark plug re gap Beales 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 3 See Service and Adjustments section dies under 4 Carbon build up 4 Contact Sears Service a load 5 Compression low 5 Contact Sears Service Engine 1 Choke partially on 1 Adjust choke smokes 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 2 Empty fuel tank and refill with excessive correct fuel mixture y 3 Air filter dirty 3 Clean or replace air filter 4 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 See Service and Adjustments section Engine 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 1 See Fueling Engine runs hot 2 Spark plug incorrect 2 Replace with correct spark plug 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 3 See Service and Adjustments section 4 Carbon build up 4 Contact Sears Service If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment If you need assistance contact your Sears Service Center or call the Customer Assistance Helpline at 1 800 235 5878 i462 U S EPA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB LIGATIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency and Sears Roebuck and Co U S A are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your lawn and garden equipment en gine All new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the stringent anti smog standards Sears must war rant the emission control system on your lawn an
6. of parts not made or ap proved by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for presenting your lawn and garden equip ment engine to a Sears authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to ex ceed 30 days If you have any ques tions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1 800 473 7247 WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warran ty period begins on the date the lawn and garden equipment engine is pur chased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of purchase WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR RE PLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or re placement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved Sears servicing center If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1 800 473 7247 WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not sched uled for replacement as required mainte nance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shail be war ranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point
7. purposes this warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase This warranty ap plies only while this product is used in the United States WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE HEDGE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 SAFETY RULES A followed to provide reasonable safety DANGER THIS POWER TOOL and efficiency in using this unit CAN BE DANGEROUS This unit can The operator is responsible for follow cause serious injury including amputa ing the warnings and instructions in this tion or blindness to the operator and manual and on the unit Never allow others The warnings and safety in children to use this tool structions in this manual must be g g N A WARNING Blades can throw objects violently i e You can be blinded or injured e Wear safety glasses t Safety Glasses Boots A WARNING Hazard zone for thrown objects e Blades can throw objects violently e Others can be blinded or injured e Keep people and animals 30 feet 10 m away Blades move Allow blades to stop A WARNING momentarily before removing Blades move momentarily after the trigger after the them from the cut is released trigger is released e The blades can seriously cut you or others
8. the two positions Readjust the idle speed see IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT High Speed Mixture H CAUTION Do not operate engine at full throttle for prolonged periods while mak ing high speed adjustments as damage to the engine can occur Adjust the high speed screw 1 16 of a turn ata time A 1 16 turn is about the width of the slotin the top of the screw 1 Allow the engine to idle 2 Squeeze the throttle trigger fully Turn the high speed mixture screw H counterclockwise until it stops 3 Turn the high speed mixture screw H screw the minimum amount clockwise until the engine runs smoothly After completing adjustments check for acceleration and blade movement at idle Reset if necessary Acceleration Check if the engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerating turn the low speed mix ture screw L counterclockwise until you have smooth acceleration with no blade movement at idle CAUTION if the engine does not oper ate according to these instructions after repeating the adjusting steps do not use the unit Take it to your Sears Serv ice Center STORAGE A WARNING Perform the following steps after each use Allow engine to cool and secure the unit before storing or transporting Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store unit with all guards in place Pos
9. G PROCEDURE CAUTION Do not force plastic limiter caps on screws beyond the built in stops or damage will occur Initial Settings 1 Turn both mixture screws L and H counterclockwise until they stop 2 Turn the idle speed screw clockwise until it stops Now turn counterclock wise 4 1 2 turns 3 Start motor and let it run for 3 min utes then proceed to the adjust screws according to the instructions below If engine performance at ini tial settings is acceptable no further adjustments are necessary If en gine does not start refer to TROU BLESHOOTING TABLE If still unable to remedy situation call 1 800 235 5878 idle Speed Low Speed Screw Screws with Limiter Caps High Speed Screw idle Speed IDLE Allow engine to idle If the blade moves idle speed is too fast If the en gine stalls idle speed is too slow Turn IDLE screw clockwise to in crease idle speed 8 Turn IDLE screw counterclockwise to decrease idle speed A WARNING Recheck the idle speed after each adjustment The blade must not move at idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator and others ow Speed Mixture L Allow the engine to idle 5 Turn low speed mixture screw L slowly clockwise until the speed starts to drop 3 Turn the low speed mixture screw L counterclockwise until the speed increases and then starts to drop again 4 Set the low speed mixture screw L at the midpoint between
10. GER The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed Squeeze the trigger for full speed operation release it for idle speed BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin If you do not understand the safety rules do not attempt to fuel your unit Call 1 800 235 5878 FUELING ENGINE This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Before operation gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2 cycle air cooled engine oil We recommend Craftsman brand oil Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40 1 A 40 1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3 2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil These oils will cause engine damage When mixing fuel follow instructions printed on oil container Once oil is added to gasoline shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract mois ture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acid ic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fres
11. Operator s Manual V gt CRAFTSMAN 21cc 1 3 cu in 2 Cycle gt GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER 9 Model No gt 358 795660 22 in Blade WARNING A Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product LSITSLYVd SONVNALNIVW NOILVdadO For answers to your questions about this product Call 7 am 7 pm Mon Sat 10 am 7 pm Sun a 1 800 235 5878 Hours listed are Central Time zt IONVdS3 Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A 530087716 12 20 00 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement 2 Storage 9 Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Table 10 Assembly 4 Emissions Statement t1 Operation 5 Repair Parts List 13 Maintenance 7 Spanish 15 Service amp Adjustments 8 Parts and Ordering Back Cover WARRANTY STATEMENT FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER For one 1 year from the date of purchase when this Craftsman Gas Powered Hedge Trimmer is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the operat ing and maintenance instructions in the operator s manual Sears will repair free of charge any defects in materials or workmanship This warranty excludes spark plug air filter and the blade which are expendable parts and may become worn during normal use lfthis Hedge Trimmer is used for commercial purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase If this Hedge Trimmer is used for rental
12. Screws CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact Sears Service Center for re placement of damaged or worn parts ON OFF Switch Ensure ON OFF switch functions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position Make sure engine stops then restart engine and continue Fuel Tank Do not use unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth of Filter Cover Screws a Cleaning the air filter A dirty air filter decreases engine per formance and increases fuel consump tion and harmful emissions Always clean after every 5 hours of operation 1 Clean the cover and the area around it to keep debris from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed 2 Remove parts as illustrated NOTE Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent Doing so can create a fire hazard or produce harmful evaporative emissions 3 Wash the filter in soap and water 4 Allow filter to dry 5 Add a few drops of oil to the filter squeeze filter to distribute oil 6 Replace parts REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug each year to en sure the engine starts easier and runs better Set spark plug gap at 0 025 in ignition timing is fixed nonadjustable 1 Twist then pull
13. d garden equipment engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or im proper maintenance of your lawn and garden equipment engine Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system Where a warrantable condition exits Sears will repair your lawn and garden equipment engine at no cost to you Ex penses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFAC TURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your en gine as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List is defective or a de fect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part the part will be re paired or replaced by Sears OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the lawn and garden equipment engine owner you are responsible for the per formance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner s Manual Sears recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn and garden equipment engine but Sears cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled mainte nance As the lawn and garden equip ment engine owner you should be aware that Sears may deny you warran ty coverage if your lawn and garden equipment engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance unapproved modifications or the use
14. f engine has not started pull starter rope 5 more pulls If engine still does not run it is probably flooded Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED EN GINE STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the switch in the ON position and the choke lever in the OFF CHOKE position then pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel Starting could require pulling the starter rope many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded If the unit still doesn t start refer to the TROUBLE SHOOTING TABLE or call 1 800 235 5878 MAINTENANCE AWARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CARE amp MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM Check for loose fasteners and parts Before each use Check for damaged or worn parts Before each use Inspect and clean unit and labels After each use Clean air filter Every 5 hours of operation Replace spark plug Yearly Replace fuel filter Yearly GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cov er items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To re ceive full value from the warranty the operator must maintain unit as instruct ed in this manual Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS Spark Plug Boot Air Filter Housing
15. for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a war ranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved Sears servicing center CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Sears may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COV ERED All failures caused by abuse ne glect or improper maintenance are not covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim Sears is not liable to cov er failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts 24423 HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1 800 473 7247 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER VICE Warranty services or repairs shall be provided at all Sears service centers call 1 800 473 7247 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any Sears approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair on emission re lated parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty EMISSION CONTROL WAR RANTY PARTS LIST Carburetor Igni tion System Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule Ignition Module MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The
16. h fuel next season Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna tive in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Craftsman brand oil is already blended with fuel stabilizer See the STORAGE section for additional information 5 OPERATING POSITION STOPPING YOUR ENGINE e To stop engine move switch to OFF BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE e Fuel engine Move at least 10 feet 8 meters away from the fueling site e Hold the unit on the ground in the starting position as shown Support unit so the blade is off of the ground and away from trees bushes on lookers etc STARTING A COLD ENGINE ora warm engine after running out of fuel Throttle Lock Pa Throttle aa N TA Lock out el Sern f 1 Engage the throttle lock as follows press the throttle lock out e squeeze and hold throttle trigger e press and hold throttle lock release the throttle trigger Keep the throttle lock engaged until the engine runs smoothly 2 Make sure switch is in ON position ON OFF 4 4 DoC N Switch a 8 Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times 4 Move the choke lever to FULL CHOKE amp Primer Bulb 5 Pull starter rope handle sharply 6 times NOTE The engine may sound as if it is trying to start before 6th pull If so go to the next step immediately 6 Move the choke lever to HALF CHOKE
17. ition unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children Prepare unit for storage at end of sea son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more EXTERNAL SURFACES if your unit is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly before storage Store in a clean dry area Lightly oil external metal surfaces in cluding the blade To oil the blade do the following Stop the engine and allow blade to come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire Clean all parts and check for damage Have damaged parts repaired or re placed by your Sears Service Center Apply a light machine oil along the edge of the top strap as shown FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA TION section of this manual see mes sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your engine Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna tive in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add sta bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel storage container Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer contain er Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer 9 Craftsman 40 1 2 cycle engine oil air cooled is already blended with fuel sta bilizer If you do not use this Sears oil you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank INTERNAL ENGINE Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea spoon of 40 1
18. off spark plug boot 2 Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard 3 Replace with Champion RCJ 8Y spark plug and tighten with a 3 4 in socket wrench 10 12 ft Ibs 4 Reinstall the spark plug boot REPLACE FUEL FILTER To replace fuel filter drain unit by run ning it dry of fuel then remove fuel cap and its connected retainer from tank Pull filter from tank and remove it from the fuel line Install new fuel filter on fuel line reinstall parts SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS We recommend all service and adjust ments not listed in this manual be per formed by your Sears Service Center CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Carburetor adjustment is critical and if done improperly can permanently dam age the engine as well as the carburetor if you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure call our customer assistance help line at 1 800 235 5878 Old fuel a dirty air filter a dirty fuel filter or flooding may give the impression of an improperly adjusted carburetor Check these conditions before adjusting the carburetor The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory Adjustments may be neces sary if you notice any of the following conditions Engine will not idle See IDLE SPEED and MIXTURE under adjusting procedure Engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerating See ACCELERATION CHECK under adjusting procedure Loss of power See MIXTURE under adjusting procedure ADJUSTIN
19. owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the owner s manual 412
20. rks or flame including smoking open flames or work that can cause sparks in the areas where fuel is mixed poured or stored e Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area store fuel in a cool dry well ventilated place use an approved marked con tainer for all fuel purposes Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running Wipe up fuel spills before starting the engine e Move at least 10 feet 8 meters away from fuel and fueling site before starting engine OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY e inspect unit before each use for worn loose missing or damaged parts Do not use until unit is in proper working order e Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel A DANGER RISK OF CUT KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is released Do not attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in mo tion Make sure the switch is in the OFF position the spark plug wire is discon nected and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed mate rial from the cutting blade Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade e Never start or run engine inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Avoid dangerous environments Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present Do not overreach or use from unsta ble surfaces such as ladders trees s
21. s of strength change in skin color or texture or loss of feeling in the fingers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems Us ers who operate power tools on a con tinual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool ASSEMBLY NOTE It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank ASSEMBLY No assembly is required OPERATION KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER READ THIS OPERATOR S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the loca tion of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future refer ence ON OFF Switch Throttle Trigger Starter Rope Muffler ON OFF SWITCH The ON OFF SWITCH is used to stop the engine To stop engine move switch to OFF CHOKE The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting Activate the choke by moving choke lever to the de sired position See STARTING YOUR EN GINE for complete starting information Choke PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope Activate the primer bulb by press ing it and allowing it to return to its origi nal position THROTTLE TRIG
22. teep slopes rooftops etc Keep firm footing and balance at all times Do not raise unit above your shoul ders the cutting blade can come dangerously close to your body Always keep unit in front of your body Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting blade Keep the cutting blade and air vents free from debris Use only for jobs explained in this manual MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY e Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures described in the Operator s Manual performed by Sears Service e Disconnect spark plug before per forming maintenance except for car buretor adjustments e Do not use a cutting blade that is bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Have worn or damaged parts replaced by your Sears Service Center 3 e Use only recommended Craftsman cutting blades and replacement parts use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause dam age to your unit Empty fuel tank before storing the unit Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops Hand carry the unit with the engine stopped and the muffler and cutting blade away from your body Allow engine to cool empty the fuel tank and secure the unit before stor ing or transporting it in a vehicle e Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc
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