TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules f orSafe Operation . .........................
2
Warranty Statement ..............................
4
Assembly Instructions ............................
5
Know Your U nit.................................
5
Oil a ndFuel I nformation ...........................
6
Starting/Stopping
Instructions ......................
7
Operating Instructions ............................
8
Maintenance
andRepair Instructions ................
9
Cleaning and Storage ...........................
13
Troubleshooting
Chart . ..........................
14
Specifications .................................
14
Parts List....................................
E17
Service N umbers . .......................
Backcover
SPARK A RRESTOR
NOTE
NOTE: For
users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of
California,
Maine, Oregon and Washington.
All U.S. Forest Land
and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and
4443), Oregon and Washington
require, by law that certain internal
combustion
engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-
covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in
effective working order, or the engine be constructed,
equipped
and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or
local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements.
Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or
a fine. This unit is factory
equipped
with a spark arrestor.
If it
requires replacement,
ask a Sears or other qualified service dealer
to install the Accessory
Part #753=05297 Spark Arrestor
Kit.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible
dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your
careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL
MEANING
[_
AFETY ALERT:
Indicates danger, warning or
caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious
personal injury. May be used in conjunction
with other
symbols or pictographs.
[,_
ANGER:Failure
to obey a safety warning will result
in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
[_
ARNING:
Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
CAUTION:
Failure to obey a safety warning may result
in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
CALiFORNiA
PROPOSiTiON
65 WARNING
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THiS PRODUCT CONTAINS
CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO
CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER
REPRODUCTIVE
HARM.
NOTE:
Advises you of information
or instructions
vital to the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Read the Operator's
Manual and follow
all warnings
and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator
and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS,
CALL
1=800=659=5917
• iMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS
BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING:
When using the unit, you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions
before
operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the
operator and any bystanders.
Please keep these
instructions
for later use.
• Read the instructions
carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
proper use of the unit.
Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use the unit,
except for teens guided by an adult.
All guards and safety attachments
must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Check for
fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way.
Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard or sharp objects such as glass, wire, etc.
Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, string and other objects which may be thrown or
become entangled in the cutting attachment. Clear the area of
children, bystanders and pets; keep them outside a 50-foot (15 m)
radius, at a minimum. Even then, they are still at risk from thrown
objects. Encourage bystanders to wear eye protection. If you are
approached, stop the unit immediately.
Use only Hassle-Free
TM
XRTA QUIET Spiral Line. Never use
metal-reinforced
line, wire or rope. These can break off and
become dangerous projectiles.
Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns
automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments
or repairs
before using unit.
FUEL SAFETY WARNINGS
FOR GAS UNITS
[_
ARNING:
Gasoline is highly flammable,
and its
vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following
precautions:
Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved
for the storage of such materials.
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel
tank. Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the engine
is hot. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in
place. Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in
the tank.
Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated
outdoor area where there are
no sparks or flames. Remove the fuel cap slowly, and only after
the engine stops. Do not smoke while fueling. Wipe up any spilled
fuel from the unit immediately.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start the
engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and
site before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and
open flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating
the unit.