Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.795501 User Manual

Instruction Manual
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25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle
17 Inch Cutting Path/0.080 Inch Line
GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®
•Model No.
358.795501
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
• Espa_ol
For Occasional Use Only
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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., or 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.
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Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.795501 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	25cc
Engine Type	2-cycle
Cutting Swath	17 inches
Shaft Type	Straight
Type	Gas Trimmer

Summary

Understanding Safety Rules

Operator Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, including proper dress and awareness.

Unit and Maintenance Safety Guidelines

Fuel Handling and Storage Safety

Precautions for handling and storing gasoline and oil.

Product Assembly Guide

Attaching the Trimmer

Step-by-step guide for attaching the trimmer head.

Installing the Safety Shield

Instructions for properly installing the safety shield.

Operating Your Weedwacker

Trimmer Component Identification

Engine Fueling Procedures

Instructions and warnings for safely fueling the engine.

Stopping the Unit

Starting the Unit

Detailed steps for starting a cold, warm, or flooded engine.

Coupler Operation Details

Removing Attachments

Installing Optional Attachments

Correct Operating Position

Correct posture and safety gear for operating the trimmer.

Trimmer Line Advance System

Trimmer Cutting Techniques

Techniques for trimming, scalping, and mowing with the unit.

Weedwacker Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance Tasks

Recommended maintenance tasks and their frequency.

Checking Fasteners and Parts

Inspecting for Damaged Parts

Air Filter Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the air filter to maintain performance.

Spark Plug Replacement

Service and Adjustments

Procedures for servicing and adjusting the unit's components.

Trimmer Line Replacement

Instructions for replacing trimmer line using pre-wound spools.

Refilling the Spool

Step-by-step guide for refilling the spool with line.

Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the idle speed of the carburetor.

Unit Storage Instructions

Seasonal Unit Storage

Preparing the unit for long-term storage.

Fuel System Storage Considerations

Engine Storage Preparation