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SF_/ARS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
257.796040
CAUTION:
Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully
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ADJUSTABLE HANDLE
WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER
DOUBLE INSULATED
• Assembly
• Operating
• Repair Parts
PROTECTED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING
U.S. PATENTS: 3.708.967; 3.826.068; 3.859.776. OTHER U.S.
AND FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING.
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Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.
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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GRASS TRIMMER
If this Electric Weedwacker fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it. free of charge_;
ff this ElectricWeedwacker is usedfor commercial or rental purposes, thiswarranty applies for only
90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is _nuse in the
United States_
Warranty service is available by simply contacting the nearest Sears store or Service Center
throughout the United States,
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, end you may also have other dghts which vary from
state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, Dept. 698/73tA, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
IMPORTANT: RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS
CAUTION
1. Keep hands, feet and face clear of rotating line. Do not
operate without guard in place.
2. Always use Safety Goggles. Wear at all times when
trimming.
3. Dress properly_ Always wear shoes. Do not operate
Tool while barefoot or when wearing sandals, canvas
or open toed shoes. Use of rubber gloves and safety
footwear _s recommended when working outdoors.
Wear long pants to protect your legs.
4. Keep Children away. Keep spectators at e safe
distance.
,
WARNING: To reduce electric shock hazard use only
with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use, A two-
wire cord without a ground connection may be used
since the toollis double insufated..Cord should be 16
gauge or heavier to prevent overheating and loss of,
power. Extension cord should not exceed 100 feet. U.L
listed extension cords are available from your nearest
Sears store.
.
To prevent disconnection of power supply cord from
the extension cord during operation, see instructions
with Figure 4.
7_
Avoid Dangerous Environment -- Do not use unit in
damp or wet areas.
8.
Don't force this tool. It will work better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed. If motor slows down
too much, pul! away and allow unit to obtain full speed.
g,
Do not use tool for any job except that for which it is
intended.
10.
Do not immerse tool in water or operate in rain.
11,
Don't overreach _ Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
12.
Don't abuse cord -- never carry appliance by cord or
yank cord from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat,
oil and sharp edges. Replace damaged cord
immediately.
13.
Never carry plugged in appliance with finger on switch.
14.
Disconnect tool from the power supply when not in use and
when making any repairs or inspections.
15.
Maintain Trimmer with care and follow instructions for
replacing or rewinding spool.
16.
Store idle Trimmer indoors. When not in use, Trimmer
should be stored indoors in dry place out of reach of
children.......................
17. Theautomaticlinecutterisextremefysharpandcareshould
be exercised when handling or operating the Trimmer to
avoid contact with the cutter.
"_8. Keep air vents clear of debris.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double Insulation is a concept in safety, replacing the standard
grounded supply system, in electric power toots.The construction
of a double insulated tool affords comparable protection to a pro-
per[y grounded tool without the necessity for using a grounded
conductor. The double insulation system eliminates the need for
the us_Jalthree wire grounded power cord and grounded supply
system. Wherever there is electriccurrent in the toolthere are two
complete sets of insulation to protect the user. All exposed metal
parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components
with protecting insulation. The lead wires, switch, etc. with
their functional insulation have the added protection of non-
conductive sleeving or housings to complete the double insula-
tion system.
SERVICING OF A TOOL WITH DOUBLE INSULATION
REQUIRES EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE
SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN, FOR SERVICE WE
SUGGEST YOU RETURN THE TOOL TO YOUR NEAREST
AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR REPAIR WHICH WILL BE
DONE WITH ORIGINAL FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS,
SUB-FREEZING TEMPERATURE de-magnetizes the perma-
nent magnets when in operation. DO NOTloperate in freez-
ing temperature.
BOX CONTENTS
Thisbox should contain:
1257.796040WeedandGrassTrimmer
1 LoosePartsKitcontaining:
! ea. 6831=05AssistHandleAssy.
2 ea. 1745-2Screws
2 ea. 2359-1Stop Nuts
2 ea.1847-4 Screws
I ca. 6772-05 Front Guard
1 ca. 6852-15 Rear Guard & Blade Assy.
Iea. 88-544-00 Owner's Manual
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
RemoveTRIMMERfrom cartonandexamineitthoroughIytomake
sure it is not damaged.
Remove and discard protective plastic clips inserted in
handle tubes before assembly of trimmer.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
• Medium Phillips screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench or pliers
ATTACHING THE ASSIST HANDLE AND TUBES
YOUR WEEDWACKER COMES EQUIPPED WITH A
PIVOTING ASSIST HANDLE. THIS FEATURE ALLOWS YOU
ADDITIONAL FLEXIBILITY AND COMFORT FOR THE
ANGLE OR CUTTING POSITION YOU MIGHT REQUIRE,
1. Remove the bolt and knob from assist handle, being careful
not to lose washer. Siide out yoke (see Fig. 1A).
2, The wire and cable that is exposed between the tube sections
.....wifl-pass through the slot in the bottom of the yoke,
3_ Slide the yoke onto the upper tube (Fig. 1).
4, Locate the assist handle on the yoke (Fig. 1) and replace all
parts as shown in Figure 1A,
5, Slide outer tube sleeve up lowertube and overupper tube until
the assembly holes are aligned. BE CAREFUL NOT TO
PINCH, CUT OR TWIST CABLE AND HARNESS DURING
ASSEMBLY.
6. Insert screws into the holes and attach [ocknuts(Fig. 2). Actu-
ate lever to ensure free movement of cable before tightening
screws (see instructions under "ADJUSTABLE HANDLE"-
PAGE 4).
7. Adjust position of handle to conform to height and arm length
of user, Handle may be adjusted forward or backward as
desired. Assist handle may be rotated or moved up or down
by loosening the knob.
HANGER
POWER CORD "_ POWER MISER SWITCH
--'_l y_._ TILTRELEASELEVER
UPPER TU6E _
OUTER TUSE-'_-_\
Z2:
BLADE ASSY ,__ FRONT GUARD
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FIG.1
A,*__ IST, PIANOL F_
HANOLE 1
FIG. 1A
INSERT
CUTFING HEAD
yOKE
WASHI_
I_NOB
ATTACHING THE GUARD
TURN TRIMMER UPSIDE DOWN. SLIDE RE_,R GUARD
SECTION AND FRONT GUARD SECTION INTO GROOVES
ON-TRIMMER HOUSING (FIG. 3).
INSERT 2 SCREWS SUPPLIED AND TIGHTEN FIRMLY.
DO NOT OPERATE TRIMMER WITHOUT GUARD IN PLACE.
CAUTION: THE CUTTING BLADE MOUNTED IN THE
GUARD ASSEMBLY IS EXTREMELY SHARP AND CARE
SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN HANDLING OR
OPERATING TRIMMER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH
CUTTER.
FIG. 2
FIG.3
REAR GUARD
__BLADE A_Y
FRONT GIM_D