I have an old Craftsman 17" cut 28cc Weed Eater, Model No. 358.797130. How do I install a new starter rope? Is there a manual available?

Unfortunately that model number points to a Blower on their Parts Direct site (http://www.searspartsdirect.com/).

... and I could not find a source for the owner manual. I'd give their parts people a call (1-800-252-1698) and ask them if there's an installation guide online - or that they could email/fax you for that rope.

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