Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 358.74529 Craftsman
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Instruction Manual I CRAFTSMAN°I 4.0 Amp Motor 13 Inch Cutting Path/0.065 In. Line ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER ® Model No. 358.745290 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espar_ol WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product.
Warranty Statement 2 Parts Available 9 Safety Rules 2 Storage 9 Assembly 5 Troubleshooting Table 10 Operation 6 Maintenance 8 Spanish 11 Service & Adjustments 9 Parts Ordering Back Cover FULL ONE .
glasses are available.) Always wear face or dust mask ifoperation is dusty. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. • Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
• Use only 0.065" (1.65 mm) diame- ter recommended trimmer line. (See SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS). Nev- er use wire, rope, string etc. • Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened. • Use only recommended replace- ment parts and accessories.
CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol- lowing list. Model 358.745290 • Trimmer • Shield • Cutting line dispenser with extra line Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts. NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-235-5878.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION 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.
CORRECT OPERATING POSITION ',j, , Trimming Edging _WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Never lean over the trim- mer head. Rocks or debris can rico- chet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury. When operating unit, stand as shown and check for the following: • Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool. Mowing SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotating line can be used for a quick and easy clean up.
REPLACING THE LINE 1. Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the tap button. 2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool. 3. Replace with a pre-wound spool (#71-85837), or cut a length of 30 feet of 0.065" (1.65 mm) diameter Craftsman (_) Pro Trimmer line.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from tile power source before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that re- quire unit to be operating. TROUBLE Trimmer head stops under a load or does not turn when switch is pressed.
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