Craftsman 358.799270 Operator`s manual
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1. e Dress properly Always wear safely glasses or similar eye protection when operating or performing main tenance on your unit Safety glasses are available Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty Al ways wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Do not go barefoot or wear sandals e Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose clothing and jewelry or clothing with loosely hang _ ing ties straps tassel etc They can be caught in moving parts _ Being fully covered also helps pro tect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line Stay Alert Do not operate unit when you are tired ilt upset or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Watch what you are do ing use common sense Avoid unintentional starting of the unit Never carry unit with your finger on the switch Be sure the switch is in off position when connecting ex tension cord ELECTRICAL SAFETY Use a voltage supply as shown on unit Avoid dangerous environment Don t use appliances in damp or wet loca tions Don t use in rain Avoid dangerous situations Do not use in the presence of flammable liq uids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and or causing damage to unit To reduce the risk of electrical shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other and will require the use of a polarized ex tension2. your trimmer under the section titled OPERATION Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly Repairs to the switch must be made by your Sears Service Center Keep the extension cord clear of op erator and obstacles at all times Do not expose cords to heat oil water or sharp edges To avoid the possibility of electric shock avoid body contact with any grounded conductor such as metal fences or pipes Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCl protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used Re ceptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety UNIT SAFETY Inspect unit before use Replace damaged parts Make sure all han dles guards shields and fasteners are in place and securely fastened Parts that are damaged must be re paired or replaced by a Sears Ser vice Center These include head parts that are cracked or chipped guards shields or any other part that is damaged e Do not repair unit yourself e Use only 065 1 65 mm diameter recommended trimmer line see Service and Adjustments Never use wire rope string etc e Use specified trimmer spool Make sure spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened e Use only recommended replacement parts and accessories CUTTING SAFETY gt Inspect area to be cut Remove ob jects rocks broken glass na
3. cord The appliance 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 corect polarized extension cord A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall dutlet This plug will fit into the polarized wail outlet only one way If 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 equip ment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way To reduce risk of electrical shock use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor ap pliari es having electrical rating not less than the rating of unit Cord must be marked with suffix W A in Canada W Make sure your exten sion cord is in good condition In spect extension cord before use and replace if damaged An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The lower the gauge number the heavier the cord See Selecting an extension cord Do not abuse cord Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit Use cord retainer to prevent discon nection of extension cord from unit See Attach the extension cord to
4. 5 When requesting service or ordering parts always provide the following information Product Type e Part Number l A ie Model Number e Part Description REPAIR SERVICES America s Repair Specialists
5. Operator s Manual CRAFTSMAN ALAAVS 4 5 Amp 14 Inch Cutting Path 065 In Line ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER ip m Model No oD 358 799270 lt NOIlLvY3do gt Z j m Z gt 2 O m WARNING A Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product P For answers to your questions about this product Call 7 am 7 pm Mon Sat 10 am 7 pm Sun 1 800 235 5878 tous listed are Central Time Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA 530087636 08 14 98 TONVdS43 TABLE OF CONTENTS Limited Warranty Statement 2 Safety Rules 000 2 Assembly eee eet oe Operation dsacaiiocesaawe tse 6 Maintenance 8 Service amp Adjustments 8 Storage oie secu cata yuk sret 10 Troubleshooting Chart 10 Spanish 606s cede heed eee sees 11 Parts Ordering Back LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER LINE TRIMMER If this Craftsman Electric Weedwacker Line Trimmer fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within 1 one year from the date of purchase Sears will repair or replace it free of charge This warranty does not cover the nylon line WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELEC TRIC WEEDWACKER LINE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives yo
6. aist level Use the left side for trimming so de bris is thrown away from the opera tor Without operator bending over keep the line near and parallel to ground perpendicular when edging and not crowded into material being cut WARNING Always wear eye protec tion Never jean over the trimmer head Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE Advance line by tapping bottom of cut ting head lightly on the ground while unit is running at full speed The line limiter blade attached to the shield will cut the line to the proper length Trimming TRIMMING Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow only the tip of the line to make contact Do not force trimmer line into work area SCALPING The scalping technique removes un wanted vegetation Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Al low the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees posts monu ments etc This technique increases line wear MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers can not reach In the mowing position keep the line parallel to the ground Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotating line can be used f
7. arize yourself with the loca tion of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future refer ence Cord Retainer Air Vents Debris Shieid RECESSED PLUG The recessed plug is where you attach your extension cord to the unit TRIGGER SWITCH The trigger switch is used to turn on the unit Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit LINE LIMITER BLADE The line limiter blade trims the cutting line to the proper cutting length Edge amp Guide A AN Semi automatic Head with 065 line Line Limiter Blade ASSIST HANDLE The assist handle is used to help hold and guide the unit SEMI AUTOMATIC HEAD The semi automatic head holds the cutting line and rotates during opera tion EDGE GUIDE The edge guide protects the unit from contacting the ground during edging OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD Extension Cord Gauge Chart Length of Cord 18 Gauge 16 Gauge 16 Gauge Extension cords are available for this unit ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER Loop your extension cord through the handle and around the hook Insure the plug and cord are firmly and fully engaged CORRECT OPERATING POSITION Trimming Edging Stand as shown and check for the fol lowing Operator wearing eye protection and heavy clothing Both hands holding handles Unit below w
8. ea cannot cause injury son or if it will not be used for 30 days Store unit and extension cord in or more ee doors in a high dry place out of the WARNING reach of children Store unit un Stop the unit and disconnect the plugged power source when not in use e Store unit with all guards in place Carry the unit with motor stopped Position unit so that any sharp object Store the unit so the line limiter blade cannot accidentally cause injury TROUBLESHOOTING CHART TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY _ _ _ _ Trimmer head Crowding trimmer line e Allow tip of line to do the cutting stops undera against material being load or does cut i not turn when Electrical failure e Contact your Sears Service Center switch is e Thrown circuit breaker e Check Breaker Box pressed Debris stopping head Line does not e Line improperly advance or routed in head breaks while Line improperly cutting wound onto spool e Incorrect line size Not enough line outside head head e Dirt buildup on cover Clean cover e Crowding trimmer line Allow tip of line to do the cutting against material being cut e Line size is incorrect e Incorrect spool e Line is being crowded against material being cut Line releases e Line improperly continuously routed in head e Spool damaged Lirieusage is e Line improperly excessive routed in head e Line size
9. ils wire string etc which can be thrown or become entangled in cut ting head gt Do not overreach or stand on unsta ble support Keep firm footing and balance Keep the cutting head below waist level Do not raise handles above your waist Cutting head can come dangerously close to your body Keep away from spinning line e Use unit properly Use only for trim ming edging scalping and mowing Do not force unit It will do the job better and with less risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed gt Use only in daylight or in good artifi cial light MAINTENANCE SAFETY e Maintain unit according to recom mended procedures Keep cutting line at proper length Follow instruc tions for changing trimmer line e Have all service and maintenance not explained in this manual per formed by a Sears Service Center to avoid creating a hazard e Disconnect unit from the power sup ply before performing maintenance or when changing trimmer line e Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid Clean unit and labels with a damp sponge Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease e Keep the air vents clean and free from debris to avoid overheating the motor Clean after each use TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE e Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use e Carry the unit with motor stopped e Store the unit so the line limiter blade cannot cause injury e S
10. is incorrect e Crowding line against material being cut e Spool teeth worn or damaged e Too little line outside Remove cover and pull 4 inches head of line outside head e Line size incorrect e Use only 065 in diameter line Remove debris e Check line routing Rewind line tightly and evenly Use only 065 in diameter line e Pull 4 inches of line outside Line welds e Use only 065 in diameter line onto spool e Replace with correct spool e Cut with tip of line fully extended e Check line routing e Replace spool e Check line routing e Use only 065 in diameter line e Cut with tip of line fully extended e Replace Spool Line pulls back into head 10 For tne repair or replacement pants you neea delivered directly to your home Call 7 am 7 pm 7 days a week ae 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For in house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 REPAIR 1 800 473 7247 Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 665
11. nd damage unit Never use wire Refer replacement of damaged wom parts to your Sears Service Center e Trigger Switch Ensure switch func tions properly by pressing and re leasing the trigger switch Make sure motor stops e Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged CLEAN UNIT amp LABELS e Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS rope string etc which can break off and become a dangerous missile Insert one end of the line about 1 2 inch 1 cm into the small hole inside the spool e Wind the line evenly and tightly onto the spool Wind in the direction of the arrow found on the spool Push the line into the notch leaving 3 to 5 inches 7 12 cm unwound Insert the line into the exit hole inthe Line in hub as shown in the illustration Notch a Align the notch with the line exit hole Push the spool into the hub until it snaps into place __ PR e Pull the line extending outside the hub to release it from the notch Hub Line exit hole Smail A USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS REPLACEMENT PART PART NUMBER Spool with 065 Pro Trimmer Line 71 85837 Assist Handle 30402657 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 530401989 Shield Assy 530402672 Edge Guide 530402663 Screw 10 16 X 1 2 HI LO SEMS 530015815 STORAGE Prepare unit for storage at end of s
12. or a quick and easy clean up Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move the tool from side to side EDGING POSITION Press the button and twist the lower portion 180 into an edging position EDGING While edging allow the tip of the line to make contact Do not force the line The edge guard helps protect the unit and keeps the unit from contacting the MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ground Take extra caution while edg ing as objects can be thrown from the trimmer line CARE amp MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM Check for loose fasteners and parts Check for damaged or wom parts Clean unit and labels GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR The warranty on this unit does not cov WORN PARTS 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 CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS e Housing Screws e Assist Handle Screw Debris Shield e Edge Guide REPLACING THE LINE e Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the tap button e Clean entire surface of hub and spool e Replace with a pre wound spool 71 85837 or cut a length of 30 feet of 065 1 6 mm diameter GrattSman Pro Trimmer line Use of heavier tines could overload the unit a
13. rd Extra Spool Examine parts for damage Do not use damaged parts NOTE If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged call 1 800 235 5878 ASSEMBLY WARNING If received assembled review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure Extend the tube until it snaps into place ADJUSTING THE HANDLE Loosen wing nut or knob on handle e Rotate the handle on the tube to an upright position place in a comfort able position and retighten wing nut t ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING The shield must be prop erly installed The shield provides par tial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others Your unit is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length white running The line limiter blade on underside of shield is sharp and can cut you e Align the installation arrow on the shield with the arrow on the motor housing e Insert the shield onto the motor housing e Twist the shield until it snaps secure ly into place Make sure the shield is tacing the back of the unit as illus trated on the front cover of this manual CAUTION Sharp blade Pa Align installation arrows IN Twist shield in direction of arrow to assemble OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS OPERATOR S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to famili
14. tore unit indoors in a high dry place out of the reach of children Store unit unplugged DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION This unit is Double Insulated to help protect against electric shock Double insulation construction consists of two separate layers of electrical insula tion instead of grounding Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to be grounded No grounding means is provided on this unit nor should a means of grounding be added to this unit Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool The double insulation system only provides added protection against injury result ing from an internal electrical insulation failure WARNING All electrical repairs to this unit including housing switch motor etc must be diagnosed and re paired by qualified service personnel Replacement parts for a double insu lated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer A double insu lated appliance is marked with the words double insulation or double insulated The symbol square within a square may also be marked on the appliance Failure to have the unit repaired by qualified service personnel can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents Against the fol lowing list Mode 799270 Trimmer e Shield e Tree Gua
15. u specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept D 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 SAFETY RULES WARNING When using electric gar dening appliances basic safety pre cautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and serious injury Read and follow all instructions Safety information on the unit This power unit can be dangerous Operator is responsible for following unit and manual instructions and warn ings Read entire Operator s Manual before using unit Be thoroughly famil iar with the controls and the proper use of the unit Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read understand and follow unit and manual warnings and instructions Never allow children to operate this unit DANGER Never use blades or flailing devices Unitis designed for line trimmer use only Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of WARNING Trimmer line throws ob jects violently You and others can be blinded injured Wear safety glasses boots and leg protection Keep body parts clear of rotating line Safety Glasses or similar eye protection Keep children bystanders and ani mals 50 feet 15 meters away If ap proached stop unit immediately lf situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement If you need assistance call 1 800 235 5878 OPERATOR SAFETY
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