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Operator's Manual
ICRRFTSMRN°I
19cc/1.2 cu. in. 2-Cycle
GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER
Model No.
358.795700 - 18" Blade
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 (HourslistedareCentralTime)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
530086386 3/22/01
Warranty Statement 2 Storage 10
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Table 11
Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 11
Operation 5 Parts List 13
Maintenance 7 Spanish 16
Service & Adjustments 8 Parts and Ordering Back Cover
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.
Ifthis 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 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 STORE OR 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,, D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
z't DANGER: THIS POWER TOOL CAN
BE DANGEROUS! This unit can cause se-
rious injury including amputation or blind-
ness to the operator and others. The
warnings and safety instructions in this
manual must be followed to provide rea-
sonable safety and efficiency in using
this unit. The operator is responsible for
following the warnings and instructions in
this manual and on the unit. Never allow
children to use this tool.
,_k WARNING: Failure to follow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can re-
sult in serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
• Read your Operator's Manual care-
fully until you completely understand
and can follow all warnings and
safety rules before operating the unit.
• Restrict unit to users who understand
and will follow all warnings and safety
rules in this manual and on the unit.
PLAN AHEAD
WARNING: Inspect the area be-
fore starting the unit. Remove all debris
and hard objects such as rocks, glass,
wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown,
or otherwise cause injury or damage
during operation.
• 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. Eye
protection should be marked Z87.
• Wear hearing protection when using
this unit.
• Secure hair above shoulder length. Se-
cure or remove jewelry, loose clothing,
or clothing with loosely hanging straps,
ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught
in moving parts.
• Stay alert. Do not operate unit when
you are tired, ill, upset, or if you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication.
Bladescanthrowobjectsviolently.
•Youcanbeblindedorinjured.
•Wearsafetyglasses.
GlassesBoots
HAZARDZONE_ .............._ & WARNING:
Hazardzoneforthrownobjects
• Bladescanthrowobjectsviolently.
• Otherscanbeblindedorinjured,
• Keeppeopleandanimals30feet
(10m)away.
Blades move
%_:d Ot_entarily
after the
trigger is
Allow blades to stop _WARNI NG:
before removing _ Blades move momentarily after the
them from the cut. trigger is released.
• The blades can seriously cut you or
others.
• Allow blades to stop before removing
them from the cut.
• Keep children, bystanders, and ani-
mals away from work area a mini-
mum of 30 feet (10 m) when starting
or operating unit.
If situations occur which are not cov-
ered in this manual, use care and good
judgment. If you need assistance, con-
tact your Sears Service Center or call
the Customer Assistance Helpline at
1-800-235-5878.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
• Eliminate all sources of sparks or
flame (including smoking, open
flames, or work that can cause
sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
• 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.
• Make sure the unit is properly as-
sembled and in good operating con-
dition.
• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel
spills before starting the engine.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters)
away from fuel and fueling site before
starting engine.
• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
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.
• Inspect unit before each use for
worn, loose, missing, or damaged
parts. Do not use until unit is in
proper working order.
• Keep outside surfaces free from oil
and fuel.
• 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,
steep 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.
• Keepthecuttingbladeandairvents
freefromdebris.
• Useonlyforjobsexplainedinthis
manual.
MAINTAINYOURUNITPROPERLY
• Haveallmaintenanceandservice
notexplainedinthismanualper-
formedbyaSearsServiceCenter.
• Disconnectsparkplugbeforeper-
formingmaintenanceexceptforcar-
buretoradjustments.
• Donotuseacuttingbladethatis
bent,warped,cracked,broken,or
damagedinanyotherway.Have
wornordamagedpartsreplacedby
yourSearsServiceCenter.
• UseonlyrecommendedCraftsman
cuttingbladesandreplacement
parts;useofanyotherpartsmay
voidyourwarrantyandcausedam-
agetoyourunit.
• Emptyfueltankbeforestoringtheunit.
Useupfuelleftincarburetorbystarting
engineandlettingitrununtilitstops.
• Handcarrytheunitwiththeengine
stoppedandthemufflerandcutting
bladeawayfromyourbody.
• Allowenginetocool,emptythefuel
tank,andsecuretheunitbeforestor-
ingortransportingitinavehicle.
• Donotstoretheunitorfuelina
closedareawherefuelvaporscan
reachsparksoranopenflamefrom
hotwaterheaters,electricmotorsor
switches,furnaces,etc.
• Storetheunitsothecuttingblade
cannotaccidentallycauseinjury.
• Storeinadryareaoutofreachof
children.
SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibra-
tionsthroughprolongeduseofgaso-
linepoweredhandtoolscouldcause
bloodvesselornervedamageinthe
fingers,hands,andjointsofpeople
pronetocirculationdisordersorabnor-
malswelling.Prolongeduseincold
weatherhasbeenlinkedtobloodves-
seldamageinotherwisehealthy
people.Ifsymptomsoccursuchas
numbness,pain,lossofstrength,
changeinskincolorortexture,orloss
offeelinginthefingers,hands,or
joints,discontinuetheuseofthistool
andseekmedicalattention.An
antivibrationsystemdoesnotguaran-
teetheavoidanceoftheseproblems.
Userswhooperatepowertoolsona
continualandregularbasismustmoni-
torcloselytheirphysicalconditionand
theconditionofthistool.
SPECIALNOTICE:Yourhedgetrim-
merisequippedwithatemperature
limitingmufflerandsparkarresting
screenwhichmeetstherequirements
ofCaliforniaCodes4442and4443.All
U.S.forestlandandthestatesofCali-
fornia,Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,New
Jersey,Oregon,andWashingtonre-
quirebylawthatmanyinternalcom-
bustionenginesbeequippedwitha
sparkarrestingscreen.Ifyouoperate
ahedgetrimmerinastateorlocale
wheresuchregulationsexist,youare
legallyresponsibleformaintainingthe
operatingconditionoftheseparts.
Failuretodosoisaviolationofthelaw.
Fornormalhomeowneruse,themuffler
andsparkarrestingscreenwillnotre-
quireanyservice.After50hoursof
use,werecommendthatyourmuffler
beservicedorreplacedbyyourSears
ServiceCenter.
CARTONCONTENTS
Checkcartoncontentsagainstthefol-
lowinglist.
Model358,795700
•HedgeTrimmer
•2-CycleEngineOil
NOTE:Itisnormalforthefuelfilterto
rattleintheemptyfueltank.
ASSEMBLY
Yourhedgetrimmerisfullyassembled;
noassemblyisrequired.
KNOWYOURHEDGETRIMMER
READTHISOPERATOR'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR
UNIT.Comparetheillustrationswithyourunittofamiliarizeyourselfwiththeloca-
tion of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer-
ence.
ON/OFF -- Choke
Switch _ .,v.........
__ Primer Bulb
....... Spark Plug
T hrottl e !.___ "_--._/_._
Trigger ....7-_:_',,__..
Starter Rope "., --P_j_-'_.*-4_,,. _ o
Muffler ""_
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the
engine. To stop the engine, move the
switch to the OFF position.
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.
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMER BULB removes air from the
fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This
allows you to start the engine with few-
er pulls on the starter rope. Activate the
primer bulb by pressing it and allowing
it to return to its original form.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THRO-FILE TRIGGER controls engine
speed. Squeeze the trigger for full speed
operation; release it for idle speed.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
,_L 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 the 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 fresh
fuel next season.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
See the STORAGE section for additional
information.
OPERATING POSITION
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STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
• To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
• Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3
meters) away from the fueling site.
• 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 ACOLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
Throttle Lock
f Throttle
_ Lock-out
Throttle
Trigger
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON
position.
2. Engage the throttle lock as follows:
• press the throttle lock-out;
• squeeze and hold throttle trigger;
• press and hold throttle lock;
• release the throttle trigger
Keep the throttle lock engaged until the
engine runs smoothly.
ON OFF
...... Switch
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6
times.
4. Move the choke lever to the FULL
CHOKE position.
Choke
Primer Bulb
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until
engine sounds as if it is trying to
start, but do not pull rope more than
6 times.
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is
trying to start, move the choke lever
to HALF CHOKE position.
7. Pull starter rope sharply until the en-
gine runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
NOTE: If the engine doesn't start af-
ter 6 pulls (at the HALF CHOKE posi-
tion), check to make sure the ON/
OFF switch is in the ON position.
Move the choke lever to the FULL
CHOKE position and press the prim-
er bulb 6 times; pull the starter rope
2 more times. Move the choke lever
to the HALF CHOKE position and pull
the starter rope until the engine
runs, but no more than 6 more pulls.
If the engine still doesn't start, it is
probably flooded. Proceed to
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to
run 10 seconds, then move the
choke lever to the OFF CHOKE posi-
tion. Allow the unit to run for 30 more
seconds at the OFF CHOKE position
before squeezing and releasing the
throttle trigger to release the throttle
lock. NOTE: If engine dies with the
choke lever in the OFF CHOKE posi-
-6-
tion, move the choke lever to the
HALF CHOKE position and pull the
rope until engine runs, but no more
than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON
position.
2. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
3. 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 choke lever to the OFF
CHOKE position.
6. Release the throttle lock by squeez-
ing and releasing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: If 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
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-235-5878.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
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.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Every 50 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
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
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing 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
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.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Air
Filter
jJ
Air Filter Cover Screws
Adirtyairfilterdecreasesengineper-
formanceandincreasesfuelconsump-
tionandharmfulemissions.Always
cleanafterevery5hoursofoperation.
1.Cleanthecoverandthearea
aroundittokeepdebrisfromfalling
intothecarburetorchamberwhen
thecoverisremoved.
2.Removepartsasillustrated.
NOTE:Toavoidcreatingafirehazard
orproducingharmfulevaporativeemis-
sions,donotcleanfilteringasolineor
otherflammablesolvent.
3.Washthefilterinsoapandwater.
4.Allowfiltertodry.
5.Addafewdropsofoiltothefilter;
squeezefiltertodistributeoil.
6.Replaceparts.
REPLACESPARKPLUG
Replacesparkplugeachyeartoen-
suretheenginestartseasierandruns
better.Setsparkpluggapat0.025in.
Ignitiontimingisfixed,nonadjustable.
1.Twist,thenpulloffsparkplugboot.
2.Removesparkplugfromcylinder
anddiscard.
3.ReplacewithChampionRCJ-8Y
sparkplugandtightenwitha3/4in.
socketwrench(10-12ft.-Ibs).
4.Reinstallthesparkplugboot.
REPLACEFUELFILTER
Toreplacefuelfilter,drainunitbyrun-
ningitdryoffuel,thenremovefuelcap/
retainerassemblyfromtank.Pullfilter
fromtankandremoveitfromthefuel
line.Installnewfuelfilteronfuelline;
reinstallparts.
Fuel Filter
Fuel Line
We recommend all service and adjust-
ments not listed in this manual be per-
formed by your Sears Service Center.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
,_L WARNING: The blade will be
moving during most of this procedure.
Wear your protective equipment and
observe all safety precautions. After
making mixture adjustments, recheck
idle speed. The blade must not move
at idle speed.
Carburetor adjustment is critical and if
done improperly can permanently dam-
age the engine as well as the carbure-
tor. If you require further assistance or
are unsure about performing this pro-
cedure, call our customer assistance
help line at 1-800-235-5878.
Old fuel, a dirty air filter, a dirty fuel fil-
ter, or flooding may give the impression
of an improperly adjusted carburetor.
Check these conditions before adjust-
ing the carburetor.
The carburetor has been carefully set
at the factory. Adjustments may be
necessary if you notice any of the fol-
lowing conditions:
• The blade moves at idle. See IDLE
SPEED under adjusting procedure.
• Engine will not idle. See IDLE SPEED
under adjusting procedure.
• Engine dies or hesitates instead of
accelerating. See ACCELERATION
CHECK under adjusting procedure.
• Loss of power. See MIXTURE AD-
JUSTMENT (L or H) under adjusting
procedure.
There are three adjustment screws on
the carburetor. The low speed adjust-
ment screw is marked with the letter L,
and the high speed screw is marked
with the letter H. The third screw is the
idle speed screw.
Low Speed Idle Speed
Screw \ Screw
2,
H L
High Speed Screws with (¢£_)00L_)"_'_
Screw Limiter Caps
ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Do not force plastic limiter
caps on screws beyond the built-in
stops or damage will occur.
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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 engine and let it run for 3 min-
utes, then proceed to adjust screws
according to the instructions below.
If engine performance at initial set-
tings is acceptable, no further ad-
justments are necessary. If engine
does not start, refer to the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING TABLE. If still unable to
remedy situation, call
1-800-235-5878.
Idle Speed
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 speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed.
• Turn idle speed screw counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
_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.
Low Speed Mixture -L
1. Allow the engine to idle.
2. 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 in-
creases and then starts to drop again.
4. Set the low speed mixture screw (L)
at the midpoint between the two
positions.
Readjust the idle speed (see IDLE
SPEED).
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 at a time. A
1/16 turn is about the width of the slot in
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 op-
erate according to these instructions
after repeating the adjusting steps, do
no use the unit. Take it to your Sears
Service Center.
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,_ 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.
Position unit so that any sharp object
cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces, in-
cluding the blade.
To oil the blade:
• 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 stabi-
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel stor-
age container. Follow the mix instructions
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.
Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is already blended with fuel
stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your
fuel tank.
ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1,2-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.
• 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 sea-
son to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform-
ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require
TROUBLE
Engine will not
start.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
Engine runs
hot.
operation of the unit.
CAUSE
1. ON/OFF switch in the OFF
position,
2. Engine flooded,
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
6. Compression low.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.
1. Choke partially on.
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
3. Air filter dirty.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
REMEDY
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON
position.
2. See "Starting a Flooded Engine"
in Operation Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
6. Contact Sears Service Center.
1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact Sears Service Center.
3. Contact Sears Service Center.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
and regap.
3. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact Sears Service Center.
5. Contact Sears Service Center.
1. Adjust choke.
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
3. Clean or replace air filter.
4. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
Service and Adjustments Section.
1. See "Fueling Engine" in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact Sears Service Center.
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.
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 and 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
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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 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" shall 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 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.
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
owner is responsible for the performance
of all required maintenance as defined in
the owner's manual.
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