Craftsman 257796060 Owner’s Manual

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

257.796060

CAUTION:

Read RULES FOR

SAFE OPERATION

and all instructions

carefully

Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.

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WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER

DOUBLE INSULATED

• Assembly

• Operating

• Repair Parts

PROTECTED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING

U.S, PATENTS: 4, 189, 833; 4, 269, 372; 4, 490, 910.

534-886650-2-11/18/91

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GRASS TRIMMER

If this Electric Weedwacker fails to pedorm properly due to a defect in material or workmanship

within one year from the date of purchase, Sears wilt repair it, free of charge,

ff thisElectric Weedwacker is used forcommercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only

90 days from the date of purchase, This warranty applies only while this product is.in use in the

UnFled 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, and you may also have other tights which vary from
state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

1. Risk ofeye injury--always use safety glasses or similar protection.

2, Keep hands, face and feet clear of rotating line. Do not operate

without guard in place.

3, Dress Properly--Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can

be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial
footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear long

pants to protect your Jogs.

4, Keep children away--all visitors should be kept at a distance from

work area.

5, Avoid dangerous environment--don't use tool In damp or wet

locations, or in the vicinity of flammable fumes, Don't Use In Rain.

6. Use Right Appliance--Do not use appliance for any job except
that for which it is intended.

7, WARNING: To reduce risk of electric shock, use on_ywith an

extension cord intended for outdoor use, A two-wire cord without a
ground connection may be used since the too! is double insulated.

8. Cord Sets--Make sure your cord set isin good condition, When

using a cord set be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. An undersized cord set wiltcause

a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and over.heating.
Cord should be 16 gage or heavier and should not exceed tO0 ft.

To reduce the likelihood of disconnection of cord set from tool
during operation, loop cord through cord retainer and around hook.

Insert socket into recessed ptug as shown in figure A below. If two
or more 16 gage cord sets are required to obtain a maximum of

100ft, length, then secure cords as shown in Figure B. U.L. listed
extension cords suitable for outdoor use are available at your

nearest Sears store.

FIG. A FIG. B

HOOK

9. Avoid Unintentional Starting--Don't carry plugged-in tool with
finger on switch. Be sure switch isoff when plugging in.

10. Don't abuse cord--never carry tool by cord or yank itfrom
receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Replace damaged cord immediately.

11. Don't force too!--it will do the job better and with Iess likelihood of
a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

12. Don't overreach--keep proper footing and balance at all times.

13. Disconnect tool from power supply when not in use, and when
making any repairs, inspections, and changing accessories and

the like.

14. Double Insulated--When servicing use only identical
replacement parts• Do not use any type of wire or metal cutting

line.

15. Maintain trimmer with care--to reduce risk of injury follow

instructions for replacing or rewinding spool. Keep trimmer clean,
Keep air vents clear of debris,

16. Store trimmer indoors--when not in use, tool should be stored

indoors in a high, dry or locked-up place out of reach of children.

17. The line cutter isextremely sharp and care should be exercised

when handling or operating to avoid contact with the cutter.

SERVICING OF A TOOL WITH DOUBLE INSULATION REQUIRES
EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM AND
SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECH-
NICIAN, FOR SERVICE WE SUGGEST YOU RETURN THE TOOL TO

YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR REPAIR WHICH WILL

BE DONE WITH ORIGINAL FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS.

EXTENSION CORD

BOX CONTENTS

This box should contain:

1 257796060 Trimmer
1 Loose Parts Kit contain]ng

1ea. 2827-05 Assist Handle
1ea. 8284-1 Bolt 1t4-20x 4

1ea, 8285 Wing Nut

2 ea. 8296 Screw, 10-24 x 11/_
2 ea. 8283 Locknut

1ea. 88-665-00 Owner's Manual

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Remove TRIMMER from carton and examine it thoroughly to

make 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

Attach the assist handle to the upper tube before joining the
tubes together (Fig. 1).

1. The harness wire that is exposed between the tubes will pass
through the slot in the bottom of the assist handle.

2. Slide the handle up onto upper tube.

3. Place bolt into handle, attach wingnut and tighten.

4. Slide lower tube into upper tube and align holes.

5. Insert two screws through tubes, attach Iocknuts and tighten
(Fig. 2).

6. Adjust position of assist handle to conform to height and arm
length.

RETAINING EXTENSION CORD

Loop cord through cord retainer and around hook (Fig. 3)
insert cord socket into recessed trimmer plug.

TRtGGER

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CUTTING HEAD

FIG. 1

BEFORE OPERATING
Before usingyour TRIMMER read and understand the RULES

FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Always wear SAFETY GOGGLES.

• Cut to your LEFT side.

• Keep people away from you.

• Inspect the areas you are going totdm for wires, cord and any
string-like matter to prevent them from getting tangled in the
cutting head.

CAUTION: THE CUTTING BLADE MOUNTED IN THE
REAR GUARD SECTION IS EXTREMELY SHARP AND
CARE SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN HANDLING
OR OPERATING TRIMMER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH
CUTTER.

Remove protective cover from cutting blade before using

trimmer.

FIG,2

LOCKNUT €

SCREW

LOWER

TUBE