Craftsman 257798040 Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

Operator's

Manual

Model No.

257.798040

A WARNING:

and Follow _ Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Failure To

Do So Can Result in Serious in.

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Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation

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ELECTRIC TRIMMER

DOUBI_ INSULATED

• Assembly ' • Maintenance

• Operation • Repair Parts

Sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Ill. 60195 USA

534886690-1-09/28/92 © Sears, Roebuck and Co., 1992

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[_ Fc_ One Yearfrom _ of purchase, when this ElectricLine Trimmer is maintained andused accordingtqthe Operating aud _

N maintenance instructions m the operator's mauual,Sears will repair free of charge anydefect inmaterial or workmanship. H
J_ This warranty excludes nyl°n line vr any °ther parts width are expendableparts and_me w_ d_g n°_ _e" N

I_ Ifthis Electric Line Trimmer is usedforcommev_ orre_tal_es, thiswarrantydoesnotapply. : _

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNtNGSAND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 3

KNOW YOUR I]NIT .......................... 5

iL Introduction ............................ 5

B. Unpacking Instructions .................. 5

C, Carton Contents ......................... 5

D. Double Insulation Construction ........... 5

ASSEMBIN .................................. 6

A. Assist Handle Attachment ................ 6

B. Tube Assembly ........................... 6

C. Shield Attachment ....................... 6

D. Pre-Operation Checks ....... .. .......... 7

E. Extension Cord Attachment .............. 7

F. Operating Positlon ....................... 7

SPECIFICATIONS

Trigger

Switch

USING YOUR UNIT

A_ Line Trimmer Safety ..................... 8

B. OperatingInstructions ................... 9

C. Adjustable Handle ....................... 9

D. Trimmer Line Advance ................... 9

E. Cutting Methods ........................ 9

E Line Replacement ....................... I0

GENERAL I_ENANCE

/_ Maintenance Safety ...................... 11

B. Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 11

ACCESSORIES ............................. 11

PARTS AND SERVICE ............... Back Cover

Adjustment

/ Handle

MODEL:
MOTOR:

.vH

AMPS:

CUTTING PATH:

CUTTING LINE:
LINE FEED:

WEIGHT:

-2-

Air Vents

Shield

Trimmer Head

It WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(SeeAdditionalSafetyInstructionsthroughoutthisManual)

It WARNING - THIS POWER UNIT CAN BE DANGER O US! This unit can cause serious injury

or blindness to the operator and others. When using an electric trimmer, these basic safeW precautions must be fol-
lowed to reduce the risk of injury, fire, and electric shock. Failure to follow all instructions can result in blindness or
other serious injur_. The operator is respous_le for followingthe wernings and instructions in _ manual and on the

unit. Read the entire Operator's Manual before assembling and using this unit! Restrict the use of this
unit to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on

the unit.

ill i,i i

It DANGER

NEVER USE BL._DES WITH

THIS LW1T.

- THE BLADE CANCOME OFFAND

8ERIOUSLY HURT YOU AND
OTHERS.

- rms _zs DESIGNFn_FOR

L_ _ USEONLY

Thro"__ It WARNING

OBJECTS VIOLENTLY.

a_d Boots - WEAR EYE AND LEG PROTECTION.

_ -_ - YOU CAN BE BLINDED ORINJURED.

60 Foot

(20 meter)

Hazard Zone

It WARNING

HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN

OBJECTS

- TRIMMER _CAN THROW -
OBJECTS VIOLF, NTI_

- OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED OR
INJURED.

- KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS 30
FEET (10 METERS) AWAY.

It WARNING

OPER_TOR'S MANUAL

- FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS.

Operator's
Mauu_

Safety

Labels

- FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY_

-S-

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .... (C6ntinued)

A OPERATOR SAFETY

1. DRESS PROPERLY--Always wear eye protection

when operating,servicing,or performing_nainte-

naucoon your unit....

2. _ways wear heavy,longpants,boots,and gloves.

wearingsafetylegguardsisrecommended.See "Ac-

cossones."Do notgobarefootorwear sandals,short
pants,jewelry,looseclothing,orclothingwithloosely

.hangingstraps,ties,tassels,etc.;theycanbe caught
m moving parts.Securehairsoitisabove shoulder

len=_.Beingfullycoveredwillhelpprotectyou from

pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by

trimmerhead whichcouldbe more ofa hazardthan
touchingtheplantitself.

3. STAY ALERT--Do not operatethisunitwhen you
aretired,ill,orundertheinfluenceofalcohol,drugs,

or medication.

4. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE
UNIT--Never carry the unit with your finger on

the switch. Be sure the switch is in the offposition be-
fore connecting the extensioncord,

5. Restrict theuseof this unit to persons who read, un-
derstand, and to]low the warnings and instructions

in this manual and on the unit.

A ELECTRICALSAFETY

1. Use only a 120 A-C. voltage supply as shown on the
name plate of the unit.

2. Avoiddangeroussituations.Do notuseinthepres_

onceof_le liquidsorgasestoavoidcrea_g a

fire or explomon and/or causing damage to the unit.

3. WARNING--TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK--Do not use in damp or wet loca-

tions or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not

ofe_ectricaletosnow,rain,orwatertoavoidthepossibility

4. WARNING--Use extension cords spec_cally
marked as suitable for outdoor appliances having

electrical rating not less than the rating of the unit.

An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If
in doub%use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the

gauge number, the heavier the cord. (NOTE: Fig-
v.re 4 shows the correct size to be used depending on
the cord length).

5. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR UNIT--Inspect

insulationand connectorson unit and extensioncord

before each use. Ifthere is any damage, do not use un-
til damage isrepairedby qualifiedservicepersonnel

6. Never carrythe unitby theextensioncordor yank

theextensioncordtodisconnecttheunit.

7.To reducethepossibilityoftheextensloncorddlscon-

nectipg_ from the unit during operation, tie the cords
togeto_e_eeras shown in FigureNO TAG. Insert cord

socket on the unit into extension cord receptacle.

8. Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit
on and off properly. Repairs to the switch must be

nmde by qualified service personnel

9. Keep the extensioncord Clearof operatorand 0b-

staclesatalltimes.Do notexposecordstoheat,oil,
water,or sharpedges.

10.Avoidany body contactwithany groundedconduc-
tor,suchametalpipesorwirefences,toavoidthepos-

sibilltyofelectricshock.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your
Authorized Service Dealer if you need assistance,

shock.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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A UN/T SAFETY

L Inspectentireunitbeforeeachuse.Replacedamaged

parts.Make sureallfastenersareinplaceand se-

cure!yfastened.

2. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked,
chipped,or_d befo_ usingtheunit

3. Use only.051"diameterline.Never usewire,rope,

string,etc.

4. Installtheshieldproperlybeforeusingtheunit:

5. Use onlythespecifiedtrimmerhead.Make surethe
trimmerhead isproperlyinstalledand securelyfas-

tened.Referto_Assembly."

6. Use only genuine SF._RS accessories as recom-
mended for this unit.

A CUTTING SAFETY

1. Inspectareatobecutbeforeeachuse.Remove objects
(rocks,broken glass,nails,wire,string,etc.)which

canbethrown orbecomeentangledin trimmerhead.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY--Keep othersinclu_g
children,animals,bystandersand _elpersoutsidethe

60foot(20meter)Hazard Zone.Stoptheunit_e-

diat_y if you are approached.

3. Avoid_a_'dental [e-mail] sure the switch is in the
"O_ positlon and keep your hand and fingers away

from the switch while connecting the unit to an ex-
tension cord or when carrying a unit connected to a

power source.

4. Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when
notin use.

5. DO NOT OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTA-
BLE SUPPORT--Keep firm footing and balance.

Do not over-reach.

7" Keep the trimmer head below waist level

. Do not raise unit above your waist. The trimmer head

can come dangerously close to your body.

8. Keep all parts ofyour body away from trimmer head
when unit is running, fi

9. USE UNIT PROPERLY--Use only or jobs ex-
plainedinthismanual Do not force the unit.

A MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1. Maintain the unit according to recommended prcoe-

dures. Keep cutting line at the proper length.

2. Have all internal service performe_ by qu_tlified ser-

vice personneltoavoidcreatinga hazardand!orvoid-

ingyourwarranty._

3. DISCONNECT UNIT FROM THE POWER SUP-
PLY beforeperformingmaintenance.

4. Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any oth-

erliquid. Clean with a damp sponge. See '%Mainte-

nance ----Storage. _

5. Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid

overheating the motor. Clean after each use. See
_Specificatious" for locations.

6. Use only genuine SEAR_ replacement parts as rec-

ommended.

A TP_SPORTING AND STORAGE

I. Hand carry the unit with the motor stopped.

2. Allow the unit to cool and secure the unit_before stor-
ing or transportlng in a vehicle. !:'

3. Storetheunitsothe Rue limltor cannotaccidentally

c_e mjur_.

4. STORE ITNIT INDOOI_S--Store unitunplugged

ina high,dryplaceoutofreachofchildren.