Craftsman 13" 4.2 Amp Line Trimmer Owner's Manual
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1. er WIND CLOCKWISE ENROLLE HACIA LA DERECHA A Spool carrete A Telescoping shaft coupler bot n B Anchor Hole agujero del brazo telescopico2. Open spool cover Remove spool and replace with new line or new spool assembly as per instructions in this manual 3 Unplug trimmer Open spool cover Remove spool Unwind and remove tangled line Rewind the line as per instructions in this manual 1 Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent wrapping 1 Plug in the power cord 2 Check circuit breaker 3 Try another extension cord or connect into another wall receptacle socket on a different circuit CRAFTSMAN 13in STRING TRIMMER MODEL NUMBER 138 98981 The model number will be found on a label attached to the lower shaft To order replacement parts call 1 888 331 4569 SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST Key Part Number Description 34105874 Front handle 34116884 5 Knob 33301862 Edging guide 31105874 13 Trimmer guard 31106874 Auto feed housing assembly 31104178 Dual line auto feed spool 34101176A 1 Spool cover 3220313 3 M4 x16 Guard screw ONOnRWND 7 SNe mob h h h ee ee ee 12 English See this section for all the figures referenced in the operator s manual Vea esta seccion de la pagina para todas las figuras menciono en el manual del operador Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 4 fm 4 Gail A Grass deflector deflector de hierba A Switch trigger gatillo del interruptor B Slide over head Slide over head B Attach outlet end of extension cord here acople aqui el extrem
3. not completely assembled or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged Use of a product that is not properly and completely assembled could result in serious personal injury NW Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping E Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product m f any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 888 266 7096 for assistance A WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury ATTACHING GRASS DEFLECTOR See Figure 2 page I A WARNING The line cut off blade on the grass deflector is sharp Avoid contact with the blade Failure to avoid contact can result in serious per sonal injury m Remove supplied screw with a phillips screwdriver from the trimmer head m Fit the grass deflector into the slots on trimmer head E Line up the screw hole in the grass deflector with the center hole in the trimmer head E Install supplied screw and tighten by turning clockwise with a phillips screwdriver ATTACHING
4. power tool is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship With proof of purchase a defective product will be replaced free of charge For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement visit the web page www craftsman com warranty This warranty does not cover the trimming line or replacement spool which are expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCCI N This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate kk k k Esta herramienta ofrece numerosas caracter sticas para hacer m s agradable y placentero su uso En el dise o de este producto se ha conferido prioridad a la seguridad el desempe o y la fiabilidad por lo cual se facilita su manejo y mantenimiento 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING When using electric gardening ap pliances basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS For safe oper
5. shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center Please call 1 888 266 7096 SPOOL REPLACEMENT See Figure 13 page li Use only 065 in diameter monofilament line Use original manufacturer s replacement line for best performance Unplug the string trimmer Push in tabs on side of spool retainer Pull spool retainer up to remove Remove spool To install the new spool make sure the two lines are captured in the slots opposite each other on the new spool Make sure the end of each line is extended approximately 6 in beyond each slot E Install the new spool so that the lines and slots align with the eyelets in the line head Thread the lines into the eyelets E Pull the lines extending from the line head so the line releases from the slots in the spool E Reinstall the spool retainer by depressing tabs into slots in the line head and pushing down until spool retainer clicks into place Unplug the string trimmer Remove the spool from the line head NOTE Remove any old line remaining on the spool Cut two pieces of line each being approximately 9 ft 2 7 m long Use only 065 in 1 65 mm diameter monofilament line Insert the first line into the anchor hole in the upper part of the spool Wind the first line around the upper part of the spool counterclockwise as shown by the arrows on the spool Place line in the
6. string trimmer EDGING See Figure 11 12 page li The rotating handle can be used in combination with the edger guide for edging sidewalks and walkways To use the edger guide flip down from its stored position 9 English MAINTENANCE LINE REPLACEMENT See Figure 14 page ii A WARNING When servicing use only identical re placement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage A WARNING Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury GENERAL MAINTENANCE Before each use inspect the entire product for damaged missing or loose parts such as screws nuts bolts caps etc Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced Please call 1 888 266 7096 for service and location of the nearest authorized service center Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil grease etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury Only the parts
7. use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and Read The Operator s Manual understand operator s manual before using this product Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft away Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses CAUTION Eye Protection with side shields and as necessary a full face shield when operating this product OPP oester 6 English ELECTRICAL When working outdoors with a product use an extension designated with WA on the cord s jacket Before using any extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation Ampere rating on product data plate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 5 1 7 0 7 1 12 012 1 16 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G 5 16 16 6 16 14 14 50 16 16 16 14 14 12 mo e 16 a n 10 Used on 12 gauge 20 amp circuit NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool Failure to do so can result in serious per sonal injury A WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause elec trical shock resulting in serious injury FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIF
8. ICATIONS KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER See Figure 1 page i The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempt ing Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules CORD RETAINER A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord connection secure during string trimmer operation EDGER GUIDE The easily mounted edger guide allows the string trimmer to perform as an edger ATT 0 065 in auto feed Replacement Spool Part Numbet c006 71 99006 FRONT HANDLE The string trimmer is equipped with a front handle assembly for ease of operation and to prevent loss of control GRASS DEFLECTOR The trimmer includes a grass deflecter that helps protect from flying debris ROTATING REAR HANDLE The rotating rear handle on the string trimmer can be rotated 180 to swtich between edging and trimming TELESCOPING SHAFT The string trimmer can be adjusted to different extension points for ease of use ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly EH Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included PACKING LIST String Trimmer Grass Deflector Assembly with Screw Operator s Manual Front handle 7 English ASSEMBLY A WARNING Do not use this product if it is
9. OPERATOR S MANUAL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR CRAFTSMAN 13 inch STRING TRIMMER 13 pulgadas RECORTADORA DE HILO MODEL NO 138 98981 N MERO DE MODELO 138 98981 A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product A ADVERTENCIA Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual del operador antes de usar este producto Customer Help Line 1 888 266 7096 Tel fono de atenci n al consumidor 1 888 266 7096 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA Visit the Craftsman web page www craftsman com Visite el sitio web de Craftsman www craftsman com Save this manual for future reference GB Guarde este manual para futuras consulta c US 218549 TABLE OF CONTENTS NDICE DE CONTENIDO ENGLISH ESPA OL Wade 2 M Garant a secci n ingl s ccccccccconoccnnncccnnnnccnnnnnnnos E TO CO escama ras oracion perece natos Sans odes 2 NH Introducci n secci n ingl s ooccccccccooonncnnncns E Important Safety Instructions ooccccccncconnccnnnnnos 3 5 m Instrucciones de seguridad importantes SI Seta eee shears cn E E 6 Ml SIMBOLOS amaia etd cect ameaneerdianusnsaneipsaamnages FS casas eerste a a 7 MC ACTS HST AS paradas On ASS resinas a E AMIO serei RE ee E Operati0N ccccccccccncnnnnnncccnnnnncnononananacona nano no conan 8 9 FUNCION AMEN O catia
10. THE FRONT HANDLE See Figure 3 page i m Loosen and remove the knob from the handle E Install the handle on the rear handle pole in the area indicated by the illustration m Adjust handle up or down if necessary to desired operating position m Reinstall the knob Tighten it to secure OPERATION A WARNING If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury STARTING STOPPING THE TRIMMER See Figure 4 5 page i NOTE Use only approved outdoor extension cords m Attach the outlet end of an extension cord to the plug on the rear of the string trimmer m Route the extension cord through the slot located on the rear of the string trimmer housing and place it underneath the cord retainer m To start the string trimmer press the switch trigger m To stop the string trimmer release the switch trigger OPERATING THE TRIMMER See Figure 6 page i Folow these tips when using the string trimmer EH Hold the
11. anually advance CUT OFF BLADE This trimmer is equipped with a line cut off blade on the grass deflector For best cutting advance line until it is trimmed to length by the cut off blade Do not wait until line is no longer visible to advance the line Advance line when trimming line diminishes This will maintain best performance and keep trimmer line long enough to advance properly CUTTING TIPS See Figure 8 page ii E Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut this is the best cutting area The string trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to right This will avoid throwing debris at the operator Avoid cutting in the hazardous area shown in figure 8 Use the tip of the string to do the cutting do not force string head into uncut grass Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear even breakage Stone and brick walls curbs and wood may wear line rapidly E Avoid trees and shrubs Tree bark wood bark siding and fence posts can easily be damaged by the line TELESCOPING SHAFT See Figure 9 page ii The shaft can be extended or shortened for ease of use E Unplug the string trimmer E Unscrew telescoping shaft coupler and slide to desired position m Tighten telescoping shaft coupler ROTATING REAR HANDLE See Figure 10 page li E Unplug the string trimmer Pull up edging coupler and turn handle end clockwise m Release edging boom coupler when handle has been rotated 180 E Plug in the
12. ation read and understand all instructions before using this product Follow all safety instructions Failure to follow all safety instructions listed below can result in serious personal injury Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit Check the work area before each use Remove all objects such as rocks broken glass nails wire or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine Always wear eye protection with side shields which are marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 when operating this product Use Safety Glasses Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury Use face mask if operation is dusty Dress Properly Use rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors Wear heavy long pants boots and gloves Do not wear loose fitting clothing short pants or go barefoot Do not wear jewelry of any kind Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts Keep children away Keep all bystanders children and pets at least 50 ft away Stay alert Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Do not operate in poor lighting Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part Do not operate power tools in explosive atmosph
13. created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are m lead from lead based paints m crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products NW arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles 5 English SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result WARNING in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in CAUTION minor or moderate injury Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Hz Frequency cycles per second qe Type of current Type or a characteristic of current Double insulated construction Do not expose to rain or
14. e next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Never use blades or flailing devices Unit is designed for line trimmer use only Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury Inspect area to be cut Remove objects rocks broken glass nails wire string etc which can be thrown or become entangled in cutting head Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the motor Clean after each use Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use Carry the unit with the motor stopped Store unplugged and out of the reach of children Do not hang unit so that the switch trigger is depressed Do not use multiple cords Do not abuse the cord Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times Do not expose cords to heat oil water or sharp edges lf the power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this power tool If you loan someone this power tool loan them these instructions also 4 English IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Some dust
15. e of safety Use Right Appliance Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces Do not overreach Keep firm footing and balance Over reaching can result in loss of balance 3 English IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Avoid Accidental Start Do not carry plugged in appliance with finger on trigger Be sure the switch trigger is not engaged before plugging in Do not use tool if switch trigger does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch trigger is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect appliance from power source before storing servicing changing accessories such as cutting line Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Use only identical manufacturer s replacement parts and accessories Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage Maintain appliance with care Replace string head if cracked chipped or damaged in any way Be sure the string head is properly installed and securely fastened Failure to do so can cause serious injury Make sure all guards straps deflectors and handles are properly and securely at
16. eres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes To reduce the risk of electric shock this tool has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other and will require the use of a polarized extension cord The plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polarized extension cord A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet Do not change the equipment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Avoid Dangerous Environments Don t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protection should be provided on the circuit s or outlet s to be used for the gardening appliance Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measur
17. o del enchufe del cable de extension fa Sa E A A Screw tornillo A Cord retainer reten para el cable B Screw hole orificio del tornillo B Switch trigger gatillo del interruptor C Button bot n C Rear handle c mo rotar elmango trasero D Front handle mango delantero E Telescoping shaft brazo telesc pico F Grass deflector deflector de hierba G Edger guide gu a para el recorte de bordes A Cord retainer para enrollar el cable B Outlet end extremo del enchufe Fig 6 gS PROPER OPERATING AGN POSITION SZAM POSICI N CORRECTA PARA EL MANEJO DE LA HERRAMIENTA A Front handle poign e avant Wi n Ma i B Rear handle shaft arbre de la poign e i WAS arri re oo SAG A MIKO C Knob mando i ARW W i 4 LS B A Line Advancement Button Line Advancement Button B Line Cut Off Blade Cutting Blade Auto feed spool Cabeza de auto comida Fig 8 A Rear handle mango trasero B Pull up edging coupler to rotate arr nquese el bot n del recorte de bordes para rotar Dada A Direction of rotation sentido de la rotaci n B Best cutting area rea de corte ptima C Hazardous cutting area rea de corte peligrosa A Spool retainer ret n del carrete B Spool carrete C Tabs pesta as E Slots ranuras D Eyelets ranuras F Line Head Line Head Fig 14
18. slot on upper spool slot leaving about 6 in 152 mm extended beyond the slot Do not overfill After winding the line there should be at least 1 4 in 6 mm between the wound line and the outside edge of the spool Repeat above step with second line using the bottom part of spool Do not overfill Install the spool in the line head and replace the spool retainer as described in Spool Replacement on this page STORING THE TRIMMER E Clean all foreign material from the trimmer NW Store it in a place that is inaccessible to children m Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de icing salts Before you begin trimming only use the appropriate type of cutting line Ensure that cutting line is present in both sections of the spool 10 English TROUBLESHOOTING SOLUTION PROBLEM Strings will not feed Grass wraps around drive shaft housing and string head Motor fails to start when switch trigger is depressed POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 Strings have become stuck together due to heat or storage time 2 Not enough string present in the spool 3 Strings are tangled in the spool 1 Cutting tall grass at ground level 1 Power cord is not plugged in or connection is loose 2 Household circuit breaker is tripped 3 Extension cord may be faulty 10 English 1 Unplug trimmer Open spool cover Remove spool unwind line and then rewind onto spool housing 2 Unplug trimmer
19. tached Use only the manufacturer s replacement string in the cutting head Do not use any other cutting attachment for example metal wire rope or the like To install any other brand of cutting head to this string trimmer can result in serious personal injury Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condition Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid riskof personal injury Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming Keep string head below waist level Nevercut with the string head located over 30in or more above the ground Store idle appliances When not in use string trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry locked place out of the reach of children Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw A wire gauge size A W G of at least 16 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended If in doubt use th
20. tee se capeagtteemtetdonssecubesntenantebtoses E Maintenance 00 ccccccccceeeeseseeeeeeeeeeesseseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseas 10 E VANS NSN Os neina ee cede ceca Troubleshooting sorna ciocsrl tica 11 M Correcci n de problemas ccccccccnnccnnncnnconncrononoss E Illustrated View and Parts List oocccconnccocnncconnnnos 12 M Figura numeras ilustraciones occccocncconnnnoannnnor i ii m Figure Numbers Illustrations eee ii m Pedidos de piezas Servicio Pag posterior mM Parts Ordering Service Back Page WARRANTY GARANTIA CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase this power tool is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship With proof of purchase a defective product will be replaced free of charge For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement visit the web page www craftsman com warranty This warranty does not cover the trimming line or replacement spool which are expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase this
21. trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle and your left hand on the front handle m Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation m Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle around hip height Cut tall grass from the top down This will prevent grass from wrapping around the shaft housing and string head If grass becomes wrapped around the string head E Stop the trimmer E Unplug the string trimmer m Remove the grass 8 English OPERATION THE CUTTING LINE A WARNING DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the trimmer A single 0 065 inch round cutting line is pre installed on the trimmer When the cutting line needs replacing install a new pre wound spool ADVANCING LINES See Figure 7 page ii CAUTION The trimmer is equipped with an auto feed head but it is not a bump feed head Bumping the head to try to advance the line will damage the trimmer and void the warranty E With the trimmer running release the switch trigger E Wait two seconds and press the switch trigger NOTE The line will extend approximately 1 4 in with each stop and start of the switch trigger until the line reaches the length of the grass deflector blade E Resume trimming ADVANCING THE LINE MANUALLY See Figure 7 page ii Disconnect the string trimmer from the power supply then push the line advancement button in while pulling on trimmer line to m
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