Craftsman 315796621 Owner’s Manual

SWAINS

OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

315.796621

CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

Carefully

SAVE THIS

MANUAL FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 731A!671, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

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16 INCH HEDGE TRIMMER

DOUBLE INSULATED

Introduction

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance

Repair Parts

Designed exclusively for and sold only by

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FULL ONE YE.AR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN HEDGE TRIMMER

If this Craftsman Hedge Trimmer fails to perform properly due to adefect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge,
if this Craftsman Hedge Trimmer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty coverage
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE
CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while product is in use in the United

States.

This warranty gwes you specific legal rights and you may also, have other rights which vary from
state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AN[3 CO.

DEPT, 731A/671

SEARS TOWER
CHICAGO, IL 60684

INTRODUCTION

DOUBLE INSULATION -- is a concept in safety, in

electric power tools, which eliminates the need for
the usual three wire grounded power cord and

grounded supply system. Wherever there is electric
current in the tool there are two complete sets of in.

sulatlon to protect the user. AH exposed metal parts

are isolated from the internal metal motor com-

ponents with protecting Insulation.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

IMPORTANT _ Servicing of a tool with double in.
sulation 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 Sears Store for repair.

Always use original factory replacement parts when
servicing.

1, KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER -- READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS -- Read

owner's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards related to this tool.

2, DRESS PROPERLY -- Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry. They can be caught tn mov-

ing parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields is recommended.

3. STAY ALERT -- Watch what you are doing -- use common sense, Do not operate trim-
mer when fatigued,

. CUT HAZARD -- KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES -- Keep

both hands on handles when power is on, Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold
material to be cut When blades are moving, Make sure your trimmer is unplugged and

the switch is off when clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed
cutting blades or cutting edges of trimmer.

5. I_i]]_-- Blades will coast after trimmer is turned off.

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7. WHEN OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER --Keep extension cord behind trimmer. Never
drape it over hedge being trimmed.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY-- Do not permit children to contact trimmer or extension cord.

Keep children a safe distance from work area.

9. USE TRIMMER PROPERLY -- Use only for trimming the type of shrub, growth, etc.,

described in the operating instructions, Do not abuse trimmer.

10. DON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTABLE SUPPORT -- Keep goodfooting and
balance at all times. Do not use on ladder.

11, AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF TRIMMER -- Before plugging in trimmer, be

sure trimmer switch is off. Don't carry trimmer with finger on switch.

12. DISCONNECT (UNPLUG) TRIMMER FROM POWER SUPPLY -- When not in use, before

servicing, cleaning, etc.

13. MAINTAIN TRIMMER WITH CARE -- Keep blades sharp at all times, and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow maintenance instructions. Always use a clean cloth
when cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any

strong solvents to clean your tool.

14. STORE TRIMMER INDOORS -- When net in use store trimmer indoors in a dry place
where not accessible to children.

15. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TRIMMER -- For service or repair return the trimmer to
your nearest Sears store. See that only identical replacement parts are used.

16. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN -- Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

17.

i8: AVOID LOCKING TRIMMER SWITCH ON -- Do not use switch lock unless necessary.

Do not leave switch locked on.

19. WEAR HEARING PROTECTION DURING EXTENDED PERIODS OF OPERATION.

20. EXTENSION CORDS. -- The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power.
To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating, be sure to use an exten-

sion cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw, For lengths less than
100 feet, No. 16 A.W.G. extension cords should be used. Follow the recommended cord

sizes on the chart below when using extension cords. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number the heavier the cord, For tools rated 6 amps or less:

Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W.G.

25 Feel 18

50 Feet 16
100 Feet 16

150 Feet 14

21. TO PREVENT DISCONNECT of extension cord during operation, make knot as shown in

Fig. 8.

22. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Review them frequently for continuing safe operation
and instructing third-party users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these

instructions also.

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