Craftsman 13899005 Owner’s Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUEL DEL OPERADOR
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10 Amp ELECTRIC LINE TRIMMER
PODADORA ELI_CTRICA DE 10 Amp
Model No.
138. 99005
NQmero de modelo
138. 99005
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
riesge de lesiones, et usuario debe leer
y comprender el manual del operador
Customer Help Line: 1-888-288-7098
Tel_fonodeatenci6n al consumidor: 1-888-266-7096
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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ENGLISH
• Warranty ................................................................... 2
• Introduction ............................................................... 2
• Important safety instructions/Electrical .................. 3-5
• Symbols ................................................................... 6
• Features .................................................................... 7
• Assembly ............................................................... 7-8
• Operation ............................................................. 8-11
• Maintenance ...................................................... 11-12
• Illustrated parts list.................................................. 13
• Figure numbers (illustrations) ................................. i-ill
CRAFTSMAN ®TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase this product 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 spool of trimmer line, which is an expendable part 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
GARANT|A DE DOS AI_IOS CRAFTSMAN®
DURANTE DOS ANOS a partir de la fecha de adquisicbn, este producto cuenta con garantia frente a defectos de
material o mano de obra. Adjuntando la prueba de compra, se reemplazara gratuitamente el producto defectuoso.
Para detalles sobre la cobertura de la garantia para el reemplazo gratuito, visite la pagina web: www.
craftsman.corn/warranty
Esta garantfa no cubre el carrete de hilo de corte, que es una pieza fungible que puede desgastarse por el uso
normal dentro del periodo de garantfa.
Esta garantfa se anula si se utiliza este producto durante la prestaci6n de servicios comerciales o si se alquila a otra
persona. Esta garantfa le otorga derechos legales especificos y tambien puede tener otros derechos que varfan de
estado a estado.
ESPANOL
• Garantfa .................................................................... 2
• Introducci6n .............................................................. 2
• Instrucciones importantes de seguridad ............... 3-5
• Sfmbolos .................................................................. 6
• Caracterfsticas .......................................................... 7
• Montaje .................................................................. 7-8
• Funcionamiento .................................................... 8-11
• Mantenimiento .................................................... 11-12
• Lista de piezas ........................................................ 13
• NOmero de imagen (ilustraciones) .......................... i-ill
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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.
Esta herramienta ofrece numerosas caracteristicas para hacer ma.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 Io cual se
facilita su manejo y mantenimiento.
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Whenusinganelectricalappliance,basicprecautions•
shouldalwaysbefollowed,includingthefollowing:
_ll W,,&,RNING.Readandunderstandall
instructionsbeforeusingthisstringtrimmer.
Knowyourstringtrimmer.Readoperator'smanual
carefully.Learnitsapplicationsandlimitations,as
wellasthespecificpotentialhazardsrelatedtothis
stringtrimmer.Followingthisrulewillreducethe
riskofelectricshock,fire,orseriousinjury.
Donotleavestringtrimmerunattended.
Donotallowchildrenoruntrainedindividualsto
usethisunit.
Donotallowtobeusedasatoy.Closeattentionis
necessarywhenusedbyornearchildren.
Useonlyaccessoriesthatarerecommendedby
themanufacturerforyourmodel.Accessories
thatmaybesuitableforonestringtrimmermay
createariskofinjurywhenusedonanotherstring
trimmer.
• Do not handle or string trimmer with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• 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.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before removing battery.
• Do not operate string trimmer in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. String trimmer
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors at least
50 ft. away while operating a string trimmer.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a string trimmer. Do
not use string trimmer, while tired, upset, or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating string trimmer
may result in serious personal injury.
• Store idle appliances - When not in use, string
trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry, locked
place out of the reach of children.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection
that complies with ANSI Z87.1.
• Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
drawn into air vents.
• Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other
unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface
enables better control of the string trimmer in
unexpected situations.
• Do not use string trimmer if switch does not turn it
on or off. A string trimmer that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the string trimmer accidentally.
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• Checkformisalignmentorbindingofmoving
parts,breakageofparts,andanyothercondition
thatmayaffectthestringtrimmer'soperation.If
damaged,havethestringtrimmerservicedbefore
using.Manyaccidentsarecausedbypoorly
maintainedstringtrimmers.
• Keepthestringtrimmeranditshandledry,clean
andfreefromoilandgrease.Alwaysuseaclean
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50
• String trimmer service must be performed only by
clothwhencleaning.Neverusebrakefluids,
gasoline,petroleumbasedproducts,oranystrong
solventstocleanyourstringtrimmer.Following
thisrulewil(reducetheriskoflossofcontroland
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently
deteriorationoftheenclosureplastic.Alwayswear
safetyglasseswithsideshields.Everydayglasses
haveonlyimpactresistantlenses.TheyareNOT
safetyglasses.Followingthisrulewillreducethe
riskofeyeinjury.
• Alwaysweareyeprotectionwithsideshields
markedtocomplywithANSIZ87.1alongwith
hearingprotectionwhenoperatingthisequipment.
• Protectyourlungs.Wearafaceordustmaskifthe
operationisdusty.Followingthisrulewillreduce
theriskofseriouspersonalinjury.
• Protectyourhearing.Wearhearingprotection
duringextendedperiodsofoperation.Following
thisrulewillreducetheriskofseriouspersonal
injury.
Don'texposestringtrimmerstorainorwet
conditions.
Waterenteringastringtrimmerwillincreasethe
riskofelectricshock.
Wearheavylongpants,longsleeves,boots,an
gloves.Avoidloosegarmentsorjewelrythatcould
getcaughtinmovingpartsofthemachineorits
motor.
• Donotoperatetheequipmentwhilebarefoot
orwhenwearingsandalsorsimilarlightweight
footwear.Wearprotectivefootwearthatwill
protectyourfeetandimproveyourfootingon
slipperysurfaces.
• Keepfirmfootingandbalance.Donotoverreach.
Overreachingcanresultinlossofbalance.
• Checktheworkareabeforeeachuse.Removeall
objectssuchasrocks,brokenglass,nails,wire,or
stringwhichcanbethrownorbecomeentangled
inthemachine.
Donotpointthestringtrimmerinthedirectionof
peopleorpets.
Neverruntheunitwithouttheproperequipment
attached.Whennotinuse,stringtrimmershould
bestoredindoorsinadry,lockedupplace--outof
thereachofchildren.
ft. away.
qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel may result in
a risk of injury.
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. Ifyou loan someone this tool, loan them these
instructions also.
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
_, WARNING: This product and some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities may contain chemicals, including lead, known to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
1. lead from lead-based paints,
2. crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
3. 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.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting
in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord.
Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a product, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use.
This type of cord is designated with "W-A" or "W" 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 productdata plate)
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
**Usedon 12gauge - 20 amp circuit. NOTE:AWG =American Wire Gauge
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 --
,_k WARNING: Keepthe extension cord clear ofthe working area.Position thecord so that it will not
getcaught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working witha power tool. Failure to do so
can result inserious personal injury. Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace
immediately. Never use the product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could
cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
dl_ Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
_1, Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
,_ minor or moderate injury.
DANGER: in death or serious injury.
WARNING: in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
CAUTION: (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
damage.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watts Power
min Minutes Time
,_, Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
IH
[] Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
No Load Rational load
Speed speed, at no
/min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc.,
per minute
O Wet Conditions Alert Do rain in locations
not
expose
to
or use
damp
Read The Operator's Manual To reduce the risk of injury user must read and
understand operator's manual before using this
product.
Eye Protection Wear eye protection when operating
_i, Alert Precautions that involve
Safety safety.
Long Hair Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet
Loose Clothing Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn
Keep Bystanders Away Keep bystanders at away.
this equipment.
could result in personal injury.
into air intake could result in personal injury.
all least 50 ft.
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your
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Input ....................................................................................................................................... 120V, AC only, 60Hz, 10Amps
String Cutting Width ....................................................................................................................................................... 18 in.
String Diameter ................................................................................................................................................ 0.080 in. max.
Weight ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9.70 Ibs.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
See Figure 1, page L
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 attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories
from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the
packing list are included.
• Inspect the product carefully to make sure no
breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-888-266-7096 for assistance.
,_I_WARNING: Do not use this product if any
parts on the packing list are already assembled
to your product when you unpack it. Parts on
this list are not assembled to the product by the
manufacturer and require customer installation.
Use of a product that may have been improperly
assembled could result in serious personal injury.
PACKING LIST
• Power Head • Front Handle • Straight
Shaft Trimmer Attachment • Grass Deflector
• Operator's Manual
,_, 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.
_ILWARNING: 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.
_,WARNING: Do not connect to power supply
until assembly is complete. Failure to comply
could result in accidental starting and possible
serious personal injury.
INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER
HEAD (See Figure 2, page ii.)
,_WARNING: Read and understand entire
Operator's Manual for each optional attachment
used on this power head and follow all warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
,_I_WARNING: This electric power head is
designed to be only used with the attachment
models that are specified in this Operator's
Manual. It is not designed to be used with brush
cutters or other attachment models. Use of other
attachments could cause serious personal injuries
or property damage.
,_I_WARNING: Never install, remove, or adjust
any attachment while power head is running.
Failure to stop the motor can cause serious
personal injury. Never operate power head
without an attachment.
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ATFACHINGTHESTRAIGHT SHAFT
ATTACHMENT (See Figure 2, page ii.)
• Unplug the power head.
• Loosen the knob on the coupler and remove the
hanger cap from the attachment.
• Push in the button located on the attachment
shaft, Align the button with the guide recess on
the power head coupler and slide the two shafts
together. Rotate the attachment shaft until the
button locks into the positioning hole.
NOTE: If the button does not release completely
in the positioning hole, the shafts are not locked
into place. Slightly rotate from side to side until the
button is locked into place.
• Tighten the knob securely.
,_, WARNING: Be certain the knob is fully
tightened before operating equipment; check
it periodically for tightness during use to avoid
serious personal injury.
AnACHING THE FRONT HANDLE
(See Figure 3, page ii.)
• Unplug the power head.
• Press the front handle onto the power head shaft
so that the handle is angled toward the rear handle.
• Place the front handle along the power head shaft
to a position that allows for comfortable operation.
• Slide the bolt through the holes in the front handle.
• Slide the washer onto the bolt.
• Place the wing nut onto the bolt and tighten the
wing nut securely.
A'R-ACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR(See Figure
4, page ii.)
NOTE: Install the grass deflector before the
attachment is connected to the power head.
• Remove the wing screw from the grass deflector.
• Insert the tab on the mounting bracket in the slot
on the grass deflector.
• Align the screw hole in the mounting bracket with
the screw hole in the grass deflector.
• Insert the wing screw through the mounting
bracket and into the grass deflector.
• Tighten the screw securely.
,_, WARNING: Read and understand entire
Operator's Manual for each optional attachment
used on this power head and follow all warnings
and instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
,_ WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with
product to make you careless. Remember that a
careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict
serious injury.
_, WARNING: Always wear eye protection with
side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Hearing and/or head protection may also be
required depending on the type of attachment
used and as prescribed in the attachment's
Operator's Manual. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
,_ WARNING: Do not use any attachments
or accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY(See Figure 5,
page ii.
The power head is designed with a cord retainer that
prevents the extension cord from being pulled loose
while using.
• Form a loop with the end of the extension cord.
• Insert loop portion of extension cord through pening
in the bottom of the rear handle and place over cord
retainer.
• Slowly pull loop against cord retainer until the slack
is removed.
• Plug power head into extension cord.
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