Craftsman 358.792443 - Manual (Page 4)

• Look for and roplacG damaged or
loose parts before each use. Look
for and repair fuel leaks before use.
Keep unit in good working condition,
• Throw away blades that are bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or dam­
aged in any other way. Replace trim­
mer head parts that are cracked,
chipped, broken, or damaged in any
other way before using the unit.
• Maintain the unit according to recom­
mended procedures. Keep the biade
sharp. Never use flailing devices,
wire, rope, string, etc.
• Use only specified blade or trimmer
head; make sure it is properly in­
stalled and securely fastened.
• Never start engine with clutch shroud
removed. The clutch can fly off and
cause serious injury.
• Be sure blade or trimmer head stops
turning when engine idles.
• Make carburetor adjustments with the
lower end supported to prevent the
blade or trimmer line from contacting
any object. Hold the unit by hand; do
not use the shoulder strap for support.
• Keep others away when making car­
buretor adjustments.
• Use only recommended Craftsman
accessories and replacement parts.
• Have all maintenance and service
not explained in this manual per­
formed by a Sears Service Center.
FUEL SAFETY
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
• Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuel or the unit or while using the unit.
• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all
fuel spills before starting engine.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away
from fueling site before starting engine.
• Stop engine and allow it to cool be­
fore removing fuel cap.
• Remove fuel cap slowly,
CUTTING SAFETY
A WARNING: Inspect the area to be
cut before each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string,
etc.) which can be thrown or become
entangled in the blade or trimmer line.
• Keep others including children, ani­
mals, bystanders, and helpers at
least 50 feet {15 meters) away. Stop
the engine immediately if you are ap­
proached.
• Always keep engine on the right-
hand side of your body.
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach.
• Keep blade/trimmer head below
waist level.
• Do not raise powerhead engine above
your waist.
• Keep all parts of your body away
from spinning blade/line and muffler.
• Cut from your left to your right. Cut­
ting on right side of shield will throw
debris away from the operator.
• Use only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the powerhead engine before
carrying unit.
• Keep muffler away from your body.
• Allow engine to cool and secure unit
before storing or transporting it in a
vehicle.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left
in the carburetor by starting the en­
gine and letting it run until it stops.
• Store unit and fuel in an area where
fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces,
etc.
• Store unit so the blade or line limiter
blade on shield cannot accidentally
cause injury.
• Store unit indoors, out of reach of
children.
SPECIAL 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 swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood ves­
sel damage in otherwise healthy
people. If symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss 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 anfi-
vibration system does not guarantee
the avoidance of these problems.
Users who operate power tools on a
continual and regular basis must moni­
tor closely their physical condition and
the condition of this tool.
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