Craftsman 358.796340 User Manual

Operator's Manual
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25cc/1.5 cu. in. 2-Cycle
GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER
Model No.
358.796340 - 22" Blade
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
• Espar_ol, p. 15
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.
For answers to your questions about this product:
Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon-Sat; 10 am-7 pm, Sun
1-800-235-5878 (Hours listed are Central Time)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
545140965 12/15/06

Craftsman 358.796340 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	358.796340
Category	Lawn and Garden Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Safety Rules

Know Your Unit

Handle Fuel With Caution

Provides critical safety guidelines for mixing, pouring, and storing fuel.

Operate Your Unit Safely

Offers essential precautions for safe hedge trimmer operation.

Maintain Your Unit Properly

Operation

Know Your Hedge Trimmer

Identifies key controls and features of the hedge trimmer.

Before Starting Engine

Fueling Engine

Details the correct procedure and precautions for refueling the engine.

Operating Instructions

Guides on efficient operation and limitations for hedge trimming.

Operating Position

Starting a Cold Engine

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting a cold or recently stalled engine.

Starting a Warm Engine

Details the procedure for starting an engine that has recently been used.

Starting a Flooded Engine

Offers steps to remedy an engine that is flooded with fuel.

Service and Adjustments

Carburetor Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the carburetor for optimal engine performance.

Idle Speed Adjustment

Guides on adjusting the engine's idle speed for proper operation.

Engine

Engine Preparation and Care

Troubleshooting Table

Engine Starting Problems

Lists causes and remedies for when the engine fails to start or is flooded.

Engine Idle and Performance Issues

Engine Smoking and Overheating