Craftsman 172.74544 Trimmer User Manual
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1. Operator s Manual CRAFTSMAN 12 in 4 0 Amp Weedwacker Electric Trimmer Model No 172 74544 CAUTION Read understand and follow all WARRANTY Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this e SAFETY Manual before using this product e ASSEMBLY OPERATION Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A MAINTENANCE Visit our Craftsman website www craftsman com PARTS LIST OM 74544 TABLE OF CONTENTS Wattantyc 2 saath tN a Salli oft ciate le RI a oh eat le Ast Page oo Safety SYMBIO Sza asonante aan tadina AQGe 23 Safety Instructions 00 00 000000 ceernnsrrrereernnsrrnnnrrnnnnnnnnnn a PagEeS 4 9 Unpacking Page 10 D seiplion a ii Pages 11 13 Assembly and Asmens EE RENT EEA EE ET ae ages e E A E A O a een PROS 17 21 Maintenance cece ccc ceeeeeetetesestsssseteettstttttttsttesssssssssese Pages 22 ACCESSORIES 328 inie eos ers eee Schleich Mids alto Di a aves Ss Pages 23 PASSE nerea caer e sie UTERE O O etter a a a aa PAGES 24 25 TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER ELECTRIC TRIMMER If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase RETURN IT TO ANY SEARS STORE OR OTHER CRAFTSMAN OUTLET IN THE UNITED STATES FOR FREE REPLACEMENT This warranty does not include expendable parts such as cutting line lamps batteries bits blades or bonnets If th2. A WARNING ff any part of the trimmer is missing or damaged do not plug in the trimmer until the damaged part is repaired or replaced Fig 1 p 3 Auxiliary Handle Mounting Bracket 4 Knob and Screw to Loosen or Tighten Handle This knob comes attached to the auxiliary handle and mounts on right side 2 Auxiliary Handle 7 4 Screw Holes for attaching Safety Guard to trimmer head are located around collar of safety guard 6 Safety Guard Trimmer Head 7 4 Screws for attaching Safety Guard are located on the bottom of the head 10 DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER EDGER Fig 2 2a 2b and 3 NOTE Before attempting to use this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules Your trimmer edger has a precision built electric motor and it should only be connected to a 120 volt 60 Hz AC ONLY power supply normal household current The trimmer should always be used with a GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet DO NOT operate this trimmer on direct current DC The large voltage drop would cause a loss of power and the motor would overheat If the trimmer does not operate when plugged into correct 120 volt 60 Hz AC ONLY outlet check the power supply The trimmer comes with a 12 in pigtail power cord and should be plugged into a proper extension cord PIGTAIL POWER CORD Figs 2 2a and 2b Your trimmer edger has a 12 inch pigtail power c
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4. For this tool an AWG American Wire Gauge size of a least 14 gauge is recommended for an extension cord of 25 ft or less in length Use 12 gauge for an extension cord of 50 ft Extension cords 100 ft or longer are not recommended Remember a smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger number 14 gauge wire has more capacity than 16 gauge wire 12 gauge wire has more capacity than 14 gauge When in doubt use the smaller number When operating a power tool outdoors use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock Z CAUTION Keep the extension cord clear of the work area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on bushes hedges tree trunks lawnmowers or other obstructions while you are working with the trimmer Li ht kh NO ML RR fh A ST ele ee Sea a Aint aN Skint A Anni Sail a R Site S SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont EXTENSION CORDS cont A WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury The label on your tool may include the following symbols MoS eiete The E EOE Volts e E T ae eee Rae eRe Amps AZo 8 cence teehee ens eva esha hee Hertz Wheto 28 ei I tects Watts MIN cick ei Acetate cee lesan ae Minutes P E ALA EAEE TE E E OREN IETA EEA re
5. in REPLACE THE SPOOL page 20 A CAUTION Before you begin trimming only use the appropriate type of cutting line Ensure that cutting line is present in both sections of the spool Fig 15 OPERATING TIPS 1 Before each use make sure the protective safety guard is securely installed Tighten the guard screws but DO NOT over tighten 2 Be sure to check the auxiliary handle before each use to make sure it is firmly tightened into desired working position 3 Before trimming inspect the area for string wire branches rocks toys or other objects that could be entangled in or thrown by the cutting line 4 Stand with the cutting head tipped down at an angle in front guiding the trimmer in a semi circular motion around you 5 Cut from left to right whenever possible Cutting to the right improves the unit s cutting efficiency and clippings are thrown away from the operator 6 To produce a smoothly trimmed area move the trimmer in and out of the area being cut with constant speed and height 7 Use only the tip of the cutting line to do the trimming especially near walls and fences Trimming with the side of the cutting line may overload the motor wear out the line faster and break the line more often 8 DO NOT rest the trimmer spool on the ground while you are trimming This will cause spool wear 9 When cutting vegetation that is over 6 inches in height work from top to bottom in small increments
6. o Cram fone 120 volt 60 Hertz AC Only 7 Edge Guide provides a cutting guide to help protect flowers plants screens and fences from being cut by trimmer line 8 Adjustable Telescopic Shaft allows adjustments from 16 to 25 inches for your ideal working height 9 Lightweight and Ergonomically Designed for easy use handling comfort and efficient trimming and edging 10 Bump Feed Head allows you to simply bump the trimmer head to advance cutting line 11 Your Trimmer uses 0 065 in round line Use Craftsman 71 85967 bump feed replacement spool and line It s factory wound for maximum reliability 12 Cord Retention Hook helps keep the extension cord in place Trigger Switch Handle 13 Safety Guard helps keep cuttings and debris away from operator Fig 3 Auxiliary Handle Auxiliary Handle Adjusting Knob Top Shaft Rotates 180 Pigtail Power for Edging Cord Plug E ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENTS Top Black Collar for Auxiliary Handle Rotating Top Shaft 180 Adjusting Knob Screw Lower Black Collar for is A Adjusting Length of Shaft NOTE THE GUARD MUST BE ATTACHED to the trimmer head before use Adjustable INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD Figs 4 and 4a Telescopic Shaft 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply Trimmer Head ZA WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer Motor from the power outlet BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer
7. to avoid premature line wear or engine drag 10 When the trimmer is stopped and the spool stops rotating the cutting line will relax and may recede Feed extra cutting line before storing the trimmer to prevent losing the line in the spool housing 11 If the diameter of the cutting area gets smaller the line is worn down and needs to be advanced 12 If the trimmer is not cutting correctly the cutting line may not be feeding properly Remove and rewind the line spool See FILLING SPOOL WITH CUTTING LINE pg 20 21 PREIEI D EO IE E NIOO E Aas aus NENO EI Tews VIOO OOVA E IE A VOR ONNE S OEI E COIE Y E E E EEIE ESE hia kab IIE ONIE A IE IA OOS ui ites OAOA I AA A EAA A E MAINTENANCE A WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing line cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments ACCESSORIES A WARNING The use of attachments or accessories cutting line that are not recommended for this tool will be dangerous and can result in serious personal injury Do not attempt to use fishing line or other lines that are not recommended GENERAL MAINTENANCE Keep your trimmer clean and in good repair for maximum long lasting performance Before each use inspect the switch and cord for damage Check for damaged missing or worn parts Check for loose screws misalignment moving parts that are jammed or an
8. CAUTION May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs Failure to obey this safety warning WILL result in death or A DANGER serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or A WARNING serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal A CAUTION injury to yourself or others or property damage Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES These inform user of important information and or instructions that could lead to equipment or other property damage if not followed Each message is preceded by the word NOTE as in the example below NOTE Equipment and or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed I A WARNING The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields av
9. E E EE Rae MEENA seas E AIE EONA E IN S OE ONNE N E EEEIEE oan E TEES E Asis I EE OIE E sus ous OOE SE cies E IIRA D Sates Jae O A EAA A E ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENTS cont ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT Fig 7 and 7a The Trimmer s Telescopic Shaft Comes in the Collapsed Position 1 To raise the telescopic shaft pull separate both the top and bottom collars apart see Fig 7 and pull raise the bottom section of the shaft up to the desired height It will click fe I collars into any one of the notches on the Es shaft and lock into place Release 2 Release both collars to lock the shaft into place see Fig 7a 3 To lower or collapse the shaft simply pull the bottom collar down and lower the shaft ADJUSTING THE CUTTING ANGLE Fig 8 Your trimmer has a 4 position tilting head that easily adjusts to the desired working angle for optimum operator control and comfort To adjust the trimmer head angle 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply A WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments 2 Press the red trimmer head adjustment button on the motor housing see Fig 8 Trimmer Head Adjustment 3 Move the trimmer head to Button one of four different angles and release the button Head will click into position Easily readjust the a
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11. ailable at Sears Stores or other Craftsman Outlets SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING if correctly used this electric trimmer is an easy to handle and efficient tool if used improperly or without the due precautions it could become a dangerous tool For pleasant and safe work ALWAYS strictly comply with the safety rules that are contained in this manual WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this electric trimmer Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury A WARNING To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury DO NOT plug in this trimmer until the following instructions have been read and understood WORK AREA SAFETY 1 ALWAYS avoid dangerous conditions DO NOT use in wet or damp areas or expose to rain 2 DO NOT operate in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Electric tools create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes 3 ALWAYS keep bystanders and visitors at a safe distance while operating a trimmer NEVER allow children near the tool Flying objects can injure anyone in the area 4 CHILDPROOF your tools with padlocks and master switches Lock tools away when not in use This trimmer is not a toy 5 DO NOT use trimmer at night ALWAYS make sure you have adequate lighting 6 BEFORE using the trimmer remove any stones sticks debris or objects tha
12. as walls steps large stones landscape bricks timbers trees etc Use extreme care when working close to solid objects and when necessary edge or trim by hand KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY at a safe distance from the work area especially children SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont Z WARNING Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools contain chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Compounds in fertilizers herbicides pesticides and insecticides Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending upon how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals Work in a well ventilated area Work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Z WARNING NEVER reach under the trimmer cutting line area until trimmer has completely stopped The trimmer s cutting line will continue to rotate for a few seconds after it is switched off ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Z WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury 1 ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this tool Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glas
13. cautions when operating this tool 3 BEFORE plugging in the tool BE SURE that the outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage marked on the tool s data plate DO NOT use AC only rated tools with a DC power supply 4 DO NOT expose tools to rain or wet conditions or use electric tools in wet or damp locations Water entering an electric tool will increase the risk of electric shock 5 If operating an electric tool in damp locations is unavoidable ALWAYS USE a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter to supply power to your tool ALWAYS WEAR electrician s rubber gloves and footwear in damp conditions 6 When operating a power tool outside ALWAYS use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W these cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock 7 INSPECT tool cords for damage Have damaged tool cords repaired at a Sears Service Center BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location and keep it well away from the spinning cutting lines 8 DO NOT abuse the cord NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by or to pull the plug from the outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock EXTENSION CORDS Use a proper extension cord ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories UL Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power and overheating of tool
14. e extension cord After the trimmer head stops rotating remove the spool see steps 1 through 3 in Removing the Spool on page 20 If the line is tangled or jammed untangle and replace the line see page 20 If the spool is empty replace the spool see page 20 21 Bump on firm surface 4 Z WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments 19 OPERATION cont TO REPLACE CUTTING LINE Fig 14 REMOVE THE SPOOL For easy spool replacement we recommend using Craftsman 71 85967 bump feed replacement spool with 0 065 cutting line It is factory wound for maximum reliability 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply Turn trimmer over to access spool head cover A WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments 2 Press the release tabs on the spool head cover and remove cover pulling it straight off of spool Fig 14 Spool Head Cover 3 Lift the spool out of the spool housing REPLACE THE SPOOL 1 Replace the spool with a new factory pre wound spool Craftsman 71 85967 available from your Sears store or other Craftsman outlet Release tabs Spool Rail 2 Insert the end of on
15. e i eat eee Alternating current E AE AA E AAE Direct current n E E EES E A E E No load speed De AE TEE EET AE T EETA Class construction Double Insulated RPM REVOlUtIONS per minute SPM neers eeeeetsteesseeseeee Strokes per minute OPM Orbits per minute PaE N E T in Sant ata nal do Indicates danger warning or caution It means attention Your safety is involved SERVICE SAFETY 1 If any part of this trimmer is missing or should break bend or fail in any way or should any electrical component fail to perform properly SHUT OFF the power switch and remove the trimmer plug from the power source and have the missing damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation 2 Tool service should be performed at a Sears Parts and Repair Center Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury 3 When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC TRIMMERS 1 KNOW your electric trimmer Read operator s manual carefully Learn the applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious injury 2 DO NOT use trimmer without adequate lighting ALWAYS make sur
16. e line through Notch an eyelet in the spool housing Insert the other line through the other eyelet Cutting Line 3 Insert the spool into housing and press it down gently until you feel it drop into place Take care to keep the line from becoming trapped under the spool 4 Snap the spool head cover back on and at the same time pull lines and be sure that they are released from spool rail notch FILLING SPOOL WITH CUTTING LINE Figs 15 You may wind new cutting line onto an empty spool Replacement packs of 0 065 inch 1 65mm Craftsman Cutting Line 71 85822 are available from your Sears store 1 Remove the empty spool from the tool as described in REMOVE THE SPOOL above 2 Remove any remaining cutting line from the spool Cutting Line 3 First wind new line onto the uppermost part of the spool Feed 3 4 inch of cutting line into one of the line spool rail notches Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the direction of the arrow on the spool Make sure to wind the line neatly and in layers Do not crisscross see Fig 15 20 OPERATION cont FILLING SPOOL WITH CUTTING LINE cont Fig 15 4 When the wound cutting line reaches the eyelets recesses cut the line Temporarily park the line in the spool rail notch on one side of the spool as shown in Fig 15 5 Repeat the above procedure for the second cutting line on the lower section of the spool 6 Fit the spool onto the tool as described
17. e that you can see what you are trimming and edging 3 Use trimmer ONLY when grass and weeds are dry 4 ALWAYS remove objects such as stones sticks and debris from the trimming edging path that could become entangled in or thrown by the trimmer 5 ALWAYS hold the trimmer by both the main rear handle and the auxiliary handle for greater control and balance NEVER reach under the safety guard 6 AVOID accidental starting DO NOT carry a plugged in trimmer with your finger on the switch SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC TRIMMERS cont if DO NOT carry the trimmer by the cord or pull the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle Keep cord away from heat oil and sharp edges 8 DO NOT grasp or touch the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the trimmer Tf 18 19 20 21 DO NOT FORCE the trimmer Do not try to cut more than what the trimmer is designed for It will do a better job with less chance of injury when used at the rate for which it is designed MAINTAIN the trimmer with care ALWAYS inspect the extension cord and replace it if damaged KEEP the handle dry clean and free of oil and grease Use a clean cloth when cleaning DO NOT use solvents brake fluids gasoline or other petroleum products to clean the trimmer They can damage plastic parts NEVER for any reason touch the cutting line or other moving parts du
18. extension into power outlet 3 Squeeze trigger switch to start trimmer 4 The trimmer will stay ON as long as the trigger switch is squeezed Turning Trimmer OFF 1 Release the trigger switch to turn trimmer OFF 2 Allow at least 5 seconds for the cutting spool line to stop rotating oe le ial tai AEEA eats Se Siete tikes etal S oie thin a aati a Salen Saloni a L a onsite a A a R a S OPERATION cont TRIMMING AND EDGING Figs 11 and 12 When trimming cut from left to right for cutting efficiency this throws the clippings away from the operator See Fig 11 To edge rotate the shaft 180 See Page 17 Figs 9 9a and 10 Place edge guide and trimmer head above the surface you are going to edge as shown in Fig 12 Fig 11 Fig 12 Use asa Use as trimmer an edger S Gloves NOTE ALWAYS keep the air vents on the trimmer head motor housing free of obstructions when operating the trimmer Z WARNING The operation of any trimmer can result in FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN which can result in personal injury or property damage ALWAYS use proper safety equipment and keep bystanders safely away fost eek Sach acecacaa A kaw SS tata ant G Rate ese ANA eas ius F hous eens K tases A a Mabe a a bois dows ANAE MSs E AR ete noua A OPERATION cont THE CUTTING LINE Z WARNING DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up o
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20. ion Hard hat should be used for appropriate conditions 6 DO NOT overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY A WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before operating this tool Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury 1 DO NOT use the tool if switch does not turn it On or Off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 2 DISCONNECT the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing cutting line or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally 3 STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons Children MUST NOT operate the tool Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 4 MAINTAIN tools with care ALWAYS keep cutting tools clean and in good working order 5 CHECK for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools 6 USE ONLY cutting line that is recommended for this trimmer Cutting line that may be suitable for one trimmer may become hazardous when used on another trimme
21. is Craftsman product is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL Z WARNING Some dust created by using lawn and garden power tools contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS E apa ees anana ass sou aaa haus ees a a meas a taka aes A Sud ews Renmin hai a a ces Maas a hese e a A a A head Baie A iA FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT SAFETY SYMBOLS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding The symbol warnings DO NOT by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures A WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual including all safety alert symbols such as DANGER WARNING and CAUTION BEFORE using this tool Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates DANGER WARNING OR
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23. ngle to a more comfortable or efficient position as needed Z WARNING BEFORE connecting your trimmer to the power outlet BE SURE you are not pressing in on the trigger switch Failure to do so could result in accidental start up which may cause serious personal injury ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENTS cont Use as TO USE TRIMMER FOR EDGING ROTATE REAR HANDLE AND UPPER SHAFT 180 Figs 9 9a and 10 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply 2 To rotate the top shaft 180 pull separate both the top and bottom collars apart see Fig 9 and rotate the top shaft with rear handle and auxiliary handle 180 Release both collars and shaft will lock in place 3 Your trimmer is ready for use as an edger See Figs 9a and 10 OPERATION A WARNING To avoid injury DO NOT carry the trimmer with your finger on the trigger switch A WARNING If any part of the trimmer is missing or damaged do not plug in the trimmer until the damaged part is repaired or replaced PIGTAIL POWER CORD See Figs 2 2a and 2b on page 11 Your edger trimmer has a 12 inch pigtail power cord This cord must be attached to a proper extension cord Refer to page 11 Figs 2 2a and 2b for attaching extension cord TURNING TRIMMER ON AND OFF Your edger trimmer has an extended length 4 finger ON OFF trigger switch Turning Trimmer ON 1 Plug the trimmer s pigtail power cord into extension cord 2 Plug
24. o use the edge guide pull force it down into the guide position as shown in Fig 5 ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENTS cont ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE cont Fig 6 and 6a NOTE THE AUXILIARY HANDLE MUST BE ATTACHED to the trimmer shaft before use Z WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply 2 Unscrew the auxiliary handle s tightening knob counterclockwise and remove from handle 3 Position auxiliary handle onto handle bracket assembly located on trimmer s top shaft see Fig 6 4 Position the knob and screw through the auxiliary handle and bracket and tighten knob turn clockwise Do not tighten completely until you have adjusted the auxiliary handle to your desired working position A WARNING To avoid injury adjust the auxiliary handle for maximum control and balance DO NOT overreach when operating the trimmer ALWAYS KEEP proper balance for better control of the tool in unexpected situations ADJUSTING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE Fig 6a 1 The auxiliary handle s bracket can be moved up or down on the shaft and the auxiliary handle itself can be moved forward or backward into 4 different locked positions see Fig 6a 2 When the handle is in desired position turn knob and tighten securely ORD EAE E
25. or Housing Trimmer Head making any adjustments 4 position Adjustment Button Air Vents 2 Turn the trimmer s motor housing head over to provide access to underside base of the head by the cutting line spool Safety Guard 3 Locate the 4 screws in the base of the trimmer head and remove the screws see Fig 4 Edge Guide Cutting Line 12 13 a ici ite ais einen Aisi ti Seinen leas emia R A a a atin ioe Sonnanstine Sails Salento cai L a eset a tai Rie Aa oie R S S ASSEMBLY amp ADJUSTMENTS cont INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD cont Figs 4 and 4a 4 Insert the edge of the guard into the slot along the back of the trimmer s head carefully lining the 4 screw holes in the guard up with the 4 screw holes in the trimmer head 5 Insert screws and securely attach the safety guard see Fig 4a NOTE Safety Guard will only fit one way A CAUTION Line cutter on edge of safety guard is sharp Use caution when handling Fig 4a Install Guard with 4 Screws Line Cutter Remove 4 Screws from Bottom of Head THE EDGE GUIDE Fig 5 Your trimmer comes with an Edge Guide that is handy for use as a cutting guide It can be used to help keep the cutting line away from items you don t want cut such as flowers or damaged such as fences or screens Each end of the wire edge guide is force fitted into a hole located on each side of the trimmer s head T
26. ord This cord must be attached to a proper extension cord see page 6 Remove the plug guard from the pigtail power cord see Fig 2 Make a loop in the extension cord Push loop through hole in the handle see Fig 2a Fasten loop around cord retention hook Plug trimmer s power cord into extension cord plug see Fig 2b This Trimmer Edger has the following features 1 12 inch Cutting Path 2 Twist and Edge Two Tools in One rear handle and upper shaft and auxiliary handle easily rotates 180 for trimming or edging 3 4 0 Amp 9000 RPM no load speed motor Provides power for trimming and edging in light to medium duty applications 4 Ergonomically Designed Rear Handle for maximum control and gripping comfort with reduced operator fatigue 5 Four finger Trigger Switch for easy on off 6 4 Position Trimmer Head easily adjusts to the desired working angle for optimum operator control in all trimming and edging applications From trimming around hard to reach flower beds and shrubs to deck supports fences and stairways to edging sidewalks driveways and landscaping 11 naasna eas Bae A Aas I Rae GAA seas asus GaaS tats ia GAE taka T R tas hau FS a nat A tas aus A A T WONO y Sates Suess OA eed neue e OA DESCRIPTION cont This Trimmer Edger has the following features cont DESCRIPTION cont SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Path inches
27. r ELECTRICAL SAFETY A WARNING Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of plug when installing or removing the plug from the outlet 1 Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized Cover of plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will Bates aan z utlet Box fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change or alter the plug in any way 2 Double insulation E eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system Applicable only to Class II double insulated tools This trimmer is a double insulated tool ole talk al E cates Se Sie ties ate a baie Shin a atin a alone Salat S a seme E cae Ran a R S inbaotaaonona SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont LECTRICAL SAFETY cont A WARNING GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protection should be provided on all circuits or outlets to be used for electric lawn and garden power tools Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and should be used for this measure of protection Ti A CAUTION This trimmer has a 12 in Pigtail Power Cord that must be plugged into a proper extension cord see below A WARNING Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety pre
28. r 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 Craftsman 71 85967 EXTENDING THE CUTTING LINE Fig 13 and 13a During operation cutting lines shorten due to normal wear For greater convenience and efficiency your trimmer has been equipped with a bump feed head that allows you to simply bump the trimmer head to extend the cutting lines while the trimmer is operating Cutting line will wear faster and require more feeding if the cutting or edging is done along sidewalks or other abrasive surfaces or heavier weeds are being cut 1 While the trimmer is on and spinning gently bump the spool housing on a firm surface hard ground or sidewalk This should release additional cutting line from the spool 2 If no line is released bump the trimmer head more sharply or try bumping it on a firmer surface 3 If there is no change in the cutting line length Fig 13 un plug the trimmer s pigtail power cord from the extension cord After the trimmer head stops rotating gently pull at the cutting lines manually Once the lines are pulled out extended plug the trimmer s pigtail power cord into the extension cord and resume cutting 4 If the cutting line still does not feed from the spool the spool might be empty or the cutting line may be tangled or jammed on the spool Un plug the trimmer s pigtail power cord from th
29. ring use WHEN INSTALLING SAFETY GUARD OR CHANGING CUTTING LINE SPOOL be careful of the line cutter on the guard Cutter is sharp and can cause injury see page 14 Fig 4a KEEP guard in place and in good working order Keep guard positioned between you and cutting line Keep hands and feet away from cutting line ALWAYS store the trimmer indoors when not in use It should be stored in a dry place high up or locked in a place that is out of the reach of children ALWAYS use only the cutting line provided with this trimmer or sold by Sears Use of any other cutting line may create a hazardous situation ALWAYS keep ventilation openings clear of debris BEFORE using the trimmer remove any stones sticks debris or objects that could be entangled in or thrown by the trimmer NYLON CUTTING LINE Keep face hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at all times THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION Use care when trimming around screens and flowers and other objects that you DO NOT want damaged or cut Make sure that persons and pets are at least 100 feet away A IMPORTANT WARNING When this tool is being used as a trimmer or edger stones and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line The tool and guard are designed to help reduce the danger However the following special precautions should be taken TO REDUCE THE RISK of rebound or ricochet injury always work away from any solid objects such
30. ses 2 PROTECT your lungs Wear a face mask dust mask or respirator if the operation is dusty 3 PROTECT your hearing Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss 4 ALL VISITORS AND BYSTANDERS MUST wear the same safety equipment that the operator of the tool wears 5 ALWAYS check the tool for damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced at a Sears Service center 6 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool If someone borrows this tool make sure they have these instructions also ice tik tals R S E chicos ais E ia E E tei Sonia ain owl Sainte Sali Gani a ese a bali Rie Reina cai aint R Winn S UNPACKING 1 The trimmer comes assembled except for the safety guard and auxiliary handle which must be attached 2 Remove the trimmer auxiliary handle and safety guard from the carton and inspect your trimmer 3 Do not discard box or packing material until all parts are examined
31. t could be entangled in or thrown by the trimmer PERSONAL SAFETY A WARNING The operation of any trimmer can result in FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN which can result in personal injury or property damage ALWAYS use proper safety equipment 1 KNOW your tool Read the operator s manual carefully Learn the electric trimmer s applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool 2 STAY ALERT watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this tool 3 DO NOT use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating this tool may result in serious personal injury 4 DRESS properly Wear rubber gloves and substantial rubber soled footwear when working outdoors DO NOT operate lawn and garden tools when barefoot or wearing open sandals Wear long pants and long sleeves to protect your legs and arms Trimmers can pick up objects such as rocks and send them flying at fast speeds DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothing or long hair can be caught in moving parts SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont PERSONAL SAFETY cont 5 USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields or full face shield proper work shoes with rubber non slip soles heavy duty non slip rubber gloves and dust mask or respirator and hearing protect
32. y other conditions that may affect the operation If abnormal vibration or noise occurs turn off the tool immediately and have the problem corrected before further use DO NOT use the trimmer if it has any broken parts Have damaged missing worn or broken parts replaced before using trimmer CLEANING Z WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing line cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments A WARNING To avoid damage or electric shock DO NOT use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or plastic components Certain household cleaners may damage plastic and may also cause a shock hazard Wipe the outside of the trimmer with a dry soft cloth DO NOT hose down or wash the trimmer with water Scrape the guard and spool area to remove dried clippings and mud Brush or blow dust debris and grass clippings out of the air vents ALWAYS keep the air vents free from obstruction when operating the trimmer REPLACEMENT SPOOLS Replace the spool with a new pre wound spool Craftsman Spool 71 85967 REPLACEMENT CUTTING LINE If you are replacing the cutting line ONLY use nylon monofilament single wound 0 065 line Craftsman Cutting Line 71 85822 Line and spools are available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman outlets Visit your local Sears store or other Craftsman outlets or shop sears com craftsman A WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off a
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