Craftsman 358.798260-32cc User Manual [en, es]

xiViPORTANT MANUAL

Operator’s

Manual

“Tftrow Away

MODEL NO.

3Sa798260-32cc

CUSTOMER

ASSISTANCE

'1-800-235-5878'

ADAmER:

Read the Operator's Mamuii and Follow All Warnings

and Safety Instructions. Failure To Do So CanResult in Serious Ityury.

Always Wear Eye Protection

m/CRAFTSMflN

32ce GAS BRUSHWACKER

2 Cycle Engine

• Assembly

• Operation

Fuel Mix 40:1

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

Sean, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 6017P U.S.A.

!ONE YEAR LIMITED WASRAMY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS - POWERED BRUSHWACKER® BEADED TRIMMBRt:

For one year from the date ofpurchase, when this Craftsman Gas-Powered Brushwackeris maintained, lubricated, and tuned up accordingto the operating and maintenance instructions in the operator’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in materials or workmanship.

This warranty excludes the blade, nylon line, spark plug, and air filter, which are expendable parts and become worn during normal use.

If this Brushwacker is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date ofpurchase. If this Bnishwacker is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. ,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE BRUSHWACKER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. .

Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state,

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. DEPT.817WA HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

lABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNINGS iVND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

KNOW YOUR TOOL................................................................ 5

ASSEMBLY................................................................................. 6

FUELING YOUR ENGINE

STARTING YOUR ENGINE....................................................12

USING YOUR TOOL AS A BRUSIICUTTER

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USING YOUR TOOL AS A LINE TRIMMER

ACCESSORIES..............................;...................................................20

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES.....................................................21

REPiVIR PARTS LIST

INDEX

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SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE TYPE: DISPLACEMENT: ENGINE RPM:

IGNITION:

IGNITION TIMING: CARBURETOR:

ENGINE ■OFF": STARTER:

MUFFLER:

CLUTCH:

FUEL TANK: 17 fl, oz.

SHAFT LENGTH ; 31"

SPARK PLUG

SPARK PLUG GAP: MODULE AIR GAP:

LUBRICATION:

CUTTING LINE:

BLADE

WHITE CONSOUDATED INDUSTRIES. INC.

MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U,8. PATENTS; 4 D3S.813! 4,0S2,1g9i 4,112,«53; 4.181,820; 4,1«2,812: 4, 183,138; 4,188,833; 44ll.p®^ 4!28S,«?fit 4.382,0«; 4,451,883; 4,788,185; 4,833,465; 4,841,928; 4,840,028) 5,020.225; A D324,051. OTHER US. AND FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING.

2-Cyde, Air-C<xiled 32cc -

Operating — 7500 Idle -2800 -3200

Solid State

Spark Advance — Non-adjustabtc

Diaphragm All Pasitions with adjustable fuel mixture jets .

Push Button Auto Rewind

Temperature Limiting (not spark

arresting; see Notice, p.6)

Centrifugal

71-83854 (CJ-14)

.025" .010'7.014"

Gasotine/Oi! Mixture-40:1

,080" Diameter Sears Laser

Line*

4 point 8" Blade

PRIMER BULB

SHOULDER STRAP.

HANDLEBAR

SAFETY LABELS

4TtKrrH

WEKDBLADK

MUFFLEB&

•MUFFLER GUARD

SPARKPLUG

A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(See Additional Safety Instructions throughout this Manual) .

A DANGER - THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS! Thlaimit cancauseserioua

ii^ury including amputation or blindnesa to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instruc tions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in iising the unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire Operator’s Manual before assembling and using the uniti Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and foÜow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.

Adanger

BLADE CAN THRUST VIOLENTLY AWAY FROM MATERIAL IT DOES

■ NOT CUT.

- BLADE THRUST CAN CAUSE

AMPUTATION OF ARMS OR LEGS.

~ KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS

30 FEET (10 METERS) AWAY.

TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW OBJECTS VIOLENTLY.

- YOU CAN BE BLINDED

OR INJURED.

- WEAREYEANDLEG

PROTECTION.

Protection

BLADE'T^'^^

A WARNING

Leg Guards

Boots

Blade Coasts

60 Foot (20 meter) Hazard Zone

Stop Coasting

Blade by Contact

I with Cut

Material.

AWARNING

HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN

OBJECTS.

- BLADE/TRIMMER LINE CAN

THROW OBJECTS VIOLENTIY.

- OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED

OR INJURED.

- KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS

30 FEET (10 METERS) AWAY.

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AWARNING

BLADE COASTS AFTER THE

THROTTLE IS RELEASED.

- THE BLADE CAN SERIOUSLY

CUT YOU OR OTHERS.

STOP THE BLADE WITH CUT

MATERIAL.

AWARNING

READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

- FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS.

Optfitof'i

Manual

sis

« FAILURUTODOeOCAN

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... .(Continued)

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Always wear safely eye protection. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves, waring safety leg guards is rec ommended. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals,

jewelry, short pants, short sleeves, loose clothing,

or clothing with loosely han^g ties, straps, tas sels, etc.; they can be caught in moving parts. Be ing fully covered will help protect you from pieces of toxk plants such as poison ivy thrown by blade or trimmer head which could be more of a hazard than touching the plant itseE

Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.

Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, or un

der the influence of alcohol, drop, or medication.

Wear hearing protection if you use the unit for

more than I-1/2 hours per day. .

Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing eadiauat fumes can loll.

Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted

shoulder strap with a blade. See “Assembly.”

. UNITIMAINTENANCE SAFETY

Look for and replace damaged or loose parts be fore each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep the unit in good working condition. Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way.

Beplace trimmer head parts that are cracked,

chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way be fore using the unit. Maintain the unit according to recommended pro cedures. Keep the blade sharp. Keep the cutting line at the proper length.__________________

Use only .080” diameter SEARS Laser Line®. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

Install the reqxured shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all weed blade use. Use the plastic shield for all line trimmer use. Use only specified blade or trimmer head; make

sure it is properly installed and securely fastened. Never start engine with clutch shroud removed. The clutch can fly off and cause serious ^ury Be sure blade or trimmer head stops turning when engine idles.

Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance (except carburetor adjustments). Make carburetor a^ustmenta with the lower end

supported to pre^nt the blade or trimmer line from contacting any object. Hold the unit by hand;

do not use the shoulder stnqp for support.

‘ Keep others away when malting carburetor ad

justments.

Use only genuine SEARS accessories as rerom mended for this unit.

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Ifaituationê occur which are not covered in thie manual u*e care and good judgment.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTUNE» 1 -800-23^878j,

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If you need euaistanee, contact your Autiuoriz&i Service Dealer or the

_ _

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• Have all maintenance and service not explained

in this manual performed by aij Authorized Ser vice Dealer.

A FUEL SAFETY

• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

• Keep away from sparks or flames.

• Use a container approved for fuel.

• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the

unit or while using the unit.

• Wipe up aU fuel mills before starting engine.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling

site before starting engine.

• Stop engine and allow unit to cool before remov ing fuel cap.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the en gine and letting it run until it stops.

• Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors

cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

A rtTfrriirTKri^ QA VV'TfV

• Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove

objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer head.

• Keep others including duldren, animals, bystand

ers, and helpers outside the 60 foot (20 meter) Haz^ Zone. Stop the engine immediately E you

are approached.

• Always keep engine" on the right-hand side of our body

fold the unit firmly with both hands.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-

reacm.

• Keep blade or trimmer head below waist level.

• Do not raise the engine above your waist.

• Keep all parts of your bodv away from blade, trim

mer head, and mtifiler when engine is runnning.

• Cut from your right to your left.

• Use only for jobs explamed in this mamlal.

A TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Stop the unit before carrying.

• Keep the muffler away from your body.

• Allow en^e to cool and secure unit before i

ing or trmisltirting it in a vehicle.

• Emply the rael tank before storing or transportingthe unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by staitmg^eengineandlettingitrununtiHtstops.

• Store unit and fuel in an area where fUel vapors cannot reach ^arks or open flames from water

heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store unit so the blade or line limiter cannot acci

dentally cause injury The unit can be hung by the

bracket below engine or by tube.

• Store the tmit out of reach of children.

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I stor-

Exposure to vibratioiia throng prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could canae blood vessel or n^e

SAFETYNOnCB

damage in the fingers, hands, and wrists of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal sweUings. Pro-

occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in sldn color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers,

hands orwrists, disconthiue theuse of this tool andsoekmediealattentten. An anti-vibration »lem does not

goarastM the ayoldaBoo of these probleiaa. Uiere who opcmte tools on « oonthtoal aBd regular basis

must memiter closely their physical condition and the condition of this tooL

KMOW YOUR TOOL

A. IMTROmiCTlON

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Your Weedwacker” is a high quality product designed for

tough jobs. Its versatility will help you make short work of a variety of jobs.

Special Features Include:

. • Reversible4>point\¥eedBladeforgras$, weeds and

brush up to'/4 inch in diameter. -

• Semi—automatic line feed trimmer head for trim ming, mowing, sweeping, and scalping.

UNPAGICING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove contents from the carton if you have not

done so.

2. Check parts against the list below.

3. Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.

4. Notify your Sears Store immediately if a part is miss

ing or damaged.

NOTE; Your unit has been shipped with a plastic

shipping guard over the primer bulb (see “Specifications” for location). Remove and discard the plastic shipping guard.

NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empty fuel tank.

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CARTON CONTENTS

KEY

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•

■ :

-•-“1 "*• i

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* • j

■ •

•

^ • '"V "'

■ A. B.

D. E.

• ■■E .

■J. , Hex Nut 1 K.

* L

Engine . Drive Shaft/Bearing Housing Assembly

w/Safcty Labels Handlebar Plastic Shield - Trimmer Head

Trimmer Head Metal Shield * Blade Weed Blade - 8 inch, 4-point Shoulder Strap w/Waming '

• 1

2-cycle Engine Oil

Operator’s Manual (not shown)

■ Lwse Parts Bag {not shown)

. (

LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS: Mounting Block • Handlebar 1

Cover-Handlebar 2 Shoulder Strap Clamp T-Handle

Hex Wrench - Small I Hex Wrench - Large 1 Flex Shaft Lube Hex Screw - Engine Screw-Handlebar

"Hex ScrcwT- Throttle Trigger Housing "

Screw - Plastic Shield Square-Head Screw Fiat Washer - Blade Beveled Washer - Blade Flange Hex Nut - Blade Hex Nut - Engine 2

Large Cup Washer - Trimmer Head

Retention Plate - Metal Shield

QTY.

1 1

^ 2

1 1

D. HARDWARE USAGE

A. B. "C :D.

NOTE; This Hardware is packaged in the Plastic Bag. Refer to

the Hardware reference letters below during assembly.

HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

nMn

ASSEMBIiY

(If tool is received assembled, repeat all steps in this section to be sure assembly is correct pnd is ad

justed for the operator.)

PREPARATION

This Manual is designed to help you assemble the tool and to provide its safe operation. It is important that

you read the entire manual to become familiar with the tool before you begin assembly. If you have any questions or need further assistance, call our CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at

1-800-235-5878.

1. Read your Operator’s Manual

2. Tools you will need; — Hex Wrench provided with the tool.

— Adjustable Wrench — Standard Screwdriver

ASSEMBLY STEPS (Refer to illustrations)

TUBE

• Place the two screws “A.” into the holes on the engine as shown in the illustration. Make sure screws are fully seated in the holes.

• Position the. nuts . “ I. ” in the lower holes.

• Tighten the screws with the hex wrench (pro

vided) just enough to hold the hardware to gether while holding the locknuts with your other hand.

• Remove the packing cover from the straight end of the shaft housing if so equipped. Your

unit may not have a packing cover.

NOTE; Make sure the shaft inside the tube does not fall out of the tube. Dirt on the shaft will sig nificantly reduce the life of the unit. If the drive

shaft falls out of the housing, clean, re-lubricate, and re-install. See “Drive Shaft Lubrication” in the Customer Responsibilities section.

• Align the bottom groove on the tube with the ridge on the lower wall of the engine opening.

• Turn the shaft to align the sguare end of the

shaft with the square hole inside the front opening of the engine.

• Firmly push the tube into the en^ne opening

until the top groove is no longer visible.

• Tighten screws “A.” alternately with the hex .

wrench until secure.

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2.THmcrrrLE CABLE

fCAimowil Do not kink the throttle cable.

a. Slide the Throttle Trigger Housing away from the

Foam Grip.

NOTE: Before performing step “b”, push the barrel end of thè throttle cable into the sheath until the barrel contacts the sheath.____________ f

b. Insert the Throttle Cable through the tunnel in the

Foam Grip until the end of the Cable extends at

least 2 inches be^nd the Grip.

c. Hold the Trigger away from the Drive Shaft Hous

ing and insert the barrel end of the Throttle Cable into the round opening in the Trigger. _________

NOTE: When inserting the barrel end of the Throttle Cable into the round opening in the Trigger, make sure that the barrel is completely inserted and the Throttle Cable is located in the split in the Arm. _______

, ’

d. Push the Trigger back into the Housing while guid

ing the Cable through the split in the aim. Guide^

the arm into the Foam Grip tunnel while replacing,

the Throttle Trigger Housing flush against the Grip?

e. Hold Trigger against the Foam Grip while insert- '

ing the screw “B.” and Nut “I.” See Caution below.

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1/8 "PLAY

ICAUTIOM; I Do not overtighten the screw. Make sure the trigger will move freely. There must be at

least 1/8 "free play in the trigger. Make sure the trigger will move freely so the engine can fully return to idle when the trigger is released. The

trimmer head must not turn at Idle speed to avoid serious injury to the operator and others.

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3.HANDLEBAR i^WARNlNG

The handlebar mounting block must be placed above the point of the arrow on the safety labels. The handlebar is a barrier to keep the blade away from the operator’s feet.

a. Position either side of the mounting block on the^

drive shaft Hou'sing above the arrow on the Safety Labels.

b. Place one of the covers below the drive shaft Hous

ing and secure it to the mounting block with 2

screws finger^ti^ten only.

Align the Handlebar with the straight barrier por tion to the left and the curved portion to the right.

d. Position the Mounting Block between the arrows

on the short, straight section of the.Handlebar.

e. Place the remaining Cover over the Handlebar and

secure it with two screws “C.”; finger tighten onlyT

f. Be sure the Handlebar is installed correctly, then

- tighten each screw securely with a wrench.

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CURVED

PORTION

GRIP

\ BARRIER

PORTION

/ BARRIER

portion

Cs«' SHORT

X ^STRAIGHT

PORTION

MOUNTINt:

BLOCK

AW4RN1II0

The long, straight portion of the Handlebar must be installed to provide a barrier between the operator

and the spinning blade.

COVER

B.FOE LINE TMMMEB USE

A WARNING

The plastic shieM must be properly installed for all Ime trimmer usage. The plastic shield pro vides partial protection &om the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter which cuts excess line to the proper length. ____________________________

A WARNING

Failure to install shield in the position shown

can result in serious iipjury to the oper

ator. The length of the shield must be aligned with the len^h of the drive shaft housing. Di rect the widest part of shield toward the engine

NOTE; Remove the metal shield md blade before

inatAlling the plastic shield and tnmmer head.

1. Place the shield under the bearing housing and

align screw holes.

r.AtmONTl The line limiter (on the underside of

the shield) is sharp and can cut you. .

2. Insert screws “D.” through the bearing housing

into the shield. ^ Tighten the screws evenly and securely.

Remove the packing cover from the arbor shaft if so

equipped. Install grass washer “K.” over the arbor shaft. Make sure the grass washer is against and curved over the dust cup. _ . , Start threading the trimmer head onto the arbor

shaft. ^ . .

Align the hole in the dust cup with the hole in the

center front of the bearing housing by turning the dust cup. Then, insert the small hex wrench (pro vided) into the migned holes to keep the arbor shaft

from turning. .

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8. Tighten the trimmer head agEunst the washer and

dust cup while holding the hex wrench.

9. Remàve the Hex wrench. NOTE; To remove the trimmer head, insert the

hex wrench into thè aligned holes in the dust cup and hearing housing. Unthread the trimmer hean. Be sure to store ^ass washer “K.”, plastic shield, 4 shield screws, and hardware with the trimmer head for future use.

S. fUR WEED BLADE USE

■EAJUNti

HOUSINC^

CLAMf-^

•Screw“C.

CAUTION; I Wear protective gloves when

handling or perform ing maintenance on the blade to help avoid injury.

NOTE; Remove the Plastic Shield, Trimmer Head, and Grass Washer before installing the Metal Shield and Blade. a. Place the Metal Shield under the Bearing Housing,

aligning screw holes. Be sure wide end of metal shield is toward the engine.

b. Position the retention plate “ L.” on the underside

of the Metal Shield and align screw holes. Make sure the

flat side of the Plate is against the Shield.

c. Insert screws “C.” (one at a time) through the Bearing

Housing, Shield, and Retention Plate.

d. Tighten the Screws evenly and securely with a hex

wrench.

e. Install the Dust Cup over the Arbor Shaft.

f. Install the Blade over Arbor Shaft, making sure the

hole in the center of the Blade is fitted around the raised center .step on the Dust Cup.

g. Install flat washer “F.”, cupped washer “G.”, and

nut “H.”„ Be sure cupped washer “G.” is installed

as shown in (lower inset).

METAL

SHIELD

Retention Plate“ L.”*'

1^ARBOR

SHAFT

DUST CUP

Washer “F.” •

Washer “G." •

(see inset)

Nut “H."*

V -

h. Line up the hole in the Dust Cup with the hole irt the

side of the Bearing Housing by turning the Dust Cup.

i. Insert the smal I hex wrench provided into the al igned

holestokeeptheArborShaftfromtuming.

j. Tighten nut *“II." firmly with a wrench while hold

ing hex wrench in position.

k. Remove the hex wrench.

l. Turn Blade by hand. If the Blade binds against the

Shield, the Blade is not centered. Reinstall the Blade.

m. Proceed to “Should Strap” instructions, this section.

NOTE; To remove the Blade, insert rod Into

aligned holes. Unthread the Hex Flange Nut and

• remove pans. Be sure to store the Retention Plate, Hex Flange Nut, Beveled ’Vfeher, Flat ^^(hsher and

Metal StUeld with the Blade for safe keeping.

Cupped Side

Toward

Blade

HEX WRENCH

* Awarndig

Barts iMted with * are critical and must be

supplied by Sears. fUlure to use proper p<uts

can cause the blade to fly off and seriouBly hull

Washer “G.’

ft.SHOuuimsmAJ’CLAMi* „

a. Align the shoulder strap damp between the assist

hantUe and the throttle trigger housing.

b. Firmly push the shoulder strap damp onto the

drive shaft housing. Be sure that the shoulder

strap damp is installed with the „hex

shaped recession (on the damp) facing the same side of the drive shaft housing as the barrier por tion of the handlebar.

c. Drop the threaded end of screw “E.” through the

opening in the top of the T—handle.

d. Pull on the threaded end of the screw to bring the

square head of the screw past the pin inside the T-handle.

e. Seat nut “ 1 in the hex-shaped recession on the

back side of the shoulder strap damp.

f. Insert the threaded end of screw “ E." through the

hole in the shoulder strap damp; thread the screw into nut “ J. ” and tighten firmly by hand only.

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Screw E.

SQUAREHEAD

SCREWSEATED

I. SHOULDER STRAP

A WARNING

Proper shoulder strap and handlebar adi«»** ments before starting the engine are required for

safe and efficient use.

1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and balance

before starting the engine and beginning a cutting operation. _

2. Place shoulder strap on vour left shoulder with the Danger Bign on your back and hook to the ri|ht side

of your waist.

NOTE; A one-half twist is built in the shoulder strap

to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoulder.

To Tnake sure the strap rests flat on your body, place the double portion across your front and the

single portion across your hack. .

3. Adjust the strap so that the hook will be about 10 in

ches below the waist when the hook is attached to the shoulder strap.

4. Fasten the shoulder strap hook to the clamp and lift the tool to the operating position.

5. Check for the following: a. Left arm fuUy extended, hand holding handlebar

grip,

b. Right hand holding the top handle, fingers on

the throttie tri^r. . c. Engine below waist level. d. Shoulder strap pad centered on left shoulder. e. Danger sign centered on your back. f. Full weight of tool on left shoulder. g. Without operator bending over, the blade or

trimmer head is near and parallel to the ground and easily contacts material to be cut.

6. Modify these mitiai adjustments as necessary for comfort and control but do not locate the handlebar mounting block below the point of the arrow on the safety labels. Do not locate the shoulder strap clamp

dlebar mounting Mock. Position the handlebar for height. .

Be sure the handlebar is installed correctly, then

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tighten each screw secturefy with the larp hex

wrench.

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T-HANDLE

TOP VIEW OF

T-HANPLE

OPERATING POSITION

Danger Sign Centered on

Your Back

POSITION HANDLEBAR FOR

Over 6’—*#

Distance A'

T-HANDLE AND

SCREW ASSEMBLED

Rotation Direction

OPERATING HEIGHT

------

Operator’s Height

Less than 6 feet

6 feet & over

6’to 5’5"

Distance A

4 inches 2 inches

FUELING YOUR ENGINE

BEFORE FUELING ENGINE:

AWARNESTG

Be sure to read the fuel safety information in the Warn ings and Safety Instructions section on page 4 of this manual before you begin. If you do not understand the fuel safety section DO NOT attempt to fuel your unit; seek help from someone that does understand the fuel safety section or call the Cus tomer Assistance Hotline at 1-800—235-5878,

GASOLINE

The two—Qfcle engine on this product requires a fuel mix ture of regular unleaded gasoline and a high quality en gine oil for lubrication of the bearings and other moving

parts. The correct fuel/oil mixture is 40:1 (see Fuel Mix

ture Chart). Too little oil or the incorrect oil type will cause poor performance and may cause the engine to over

heat and seize.

Gasoline and oil must be premixed in a clean approved fuel container. Always use fresh regular unleaded gasoline.

IMPORTANT! Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol (or using ethanol or metha nol) can attract moisture, which leads to oil/gas separa tion and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage, for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, then run the fuel out of the carburetor and fuel Knes by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE instructions for additional information. Never use en gine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

2-CYCLE OIL:

CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle oil is strongly recommended. This oil is specially blended with fuel stabilizers for increased fuel stability (extends fuel life up to 5 times longer) and reduced smoke. ■

If CRAFTSMAN 2 cycle oil is not available, use a good quality 2 cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil that has a recommended fuel mix 40:1.

IMPORTANT! Do not use:

• AUTOMOTIVE OIL

• BOAT OILS (NMMA, BIA. etc.) These oils do not have proper additives for 2—cycle,

AIR-COOLED engines and can cause engine damage.

GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE

Mix gasoline and oil as follows:

• Consult chart for correct quantities.

• Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank. FOR ONE GALLON:

• Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 2-qycle engine oil

into an empty, approved one gallon gasoline con tainer.

• Add one gallon of regular unleaded gasoline to the

gallon container, then securely replace the cap. Shake the container momentarily. ^

• The mixture is now ready for use. Fuel stabilizer can be added at this time if desired; follow mixing instructions orn^he label.

FUEL STABILIZER ,

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the fuel mix ratio found on the stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.

You do not have to drain the fuel tank for storage if you are

using fuel stabilizer. CRAFTSMAN 40; 12 cycle engine oil ii specially Wended

with fUel stabilizers. If you do not use this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as Craftsman No. 33500) to

your fuel tank.

FUEL MIXTURE CHART

40:1 FuehOil Mix Ratio

Gasoline 1 gallon

1.25 gallons

2.5 gallons

Oil (fl. oz.)

3.2

4.0

8.0

C. STARTING IMSmUCnONS (For location

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE:

• Fuel engine. Move 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel ing site.

A WARNING ^ ~

The trimmer head will turn when the engine starts, ■

• Rest engine and shield on ground, supporting trim

. mer head off ground.

NOTE; Remove and discard the plastic shipping guard on the primer bulb (if so eqtiipped).

STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR WARM ENGINE

AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL:

• Make sure the switch is in the "On” position.

• Move the choke lever to the “Full Choke” position.

• Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

• Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep the

throttle trigger fully squeezed until tm engine runs smoothly.

• PuU starter rope sharply 5 times.

Mom The en^

start before the 5 mediately.

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of controls, refer to “Specifications,”)

• Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. iCeep iAe

throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs smoothly.

» Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no

more than 5 pulls.

• Allow the engine to ran 15 seconds, then move the

choke lever to “Off Choke.” NOTE; If engine has not started, pull starter rope 5

more pulls. If engine still does not ran, it is probably flooded. Proceed to “Starting a Flooded Engine.”

• To stop the engine, move switch to the “Off” position. STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE;

Flooded en^es can be started by placing the switch in the “On” position and the choke lever in the “Off Choke” position; then, puH the rope to clear the en gine of excess fiiel. This could require pulling the

starter rope many times depending on how badly the

unit is flooded.

If the unit still doesn’t start, саП the Customer Assis tance Hotline at 1—800—235—6878.

• Move the choke lever to the “Half Choke” position.

• PuR the starter rope sharply until the engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. .

ишт If the enmne has not started after 6 pulls (at

half choke), check to make зггге the switch and the choke lever are in the proper positiona. Then, move the choke lever to the ‘'Full Choke” position and press the primer bulb 6 times; squeeze and hold the throttle trigger and ргШ the starter rope 2 more times. Move the choke lever to “HalfChoke” and pull

the starter rope until the engine runs, but no more than 6 more pulls.

NOTE; If the engine still has not started, it is prob ably flooded. Proceed to “Starting a Flooded En gine”

• Allow the engine to run 15 seconds, then move the

choke lever to “Off Choke." Allow the unit to run for 30 more seconds at “Off Choke” before releasing the

throttle trigger.

NOTE: If engine dies with the choke lever at the “Off

Choke” position, move the choke lever to “Half Choke” and pull the rope until the engine runs.

• To stop the engine, move the switch to “Off.”

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A WARNING

Avoid any bodily contact with the muffler when atarting a warm engine. A hot muffler can cauae seriousbuma._________________

STAKTOIO A WASM ШОШЕ THAT ИА1 NOT

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a Make sure the switch is in the "On” position.

* Move the choke lever to the “Half Choke” position.

D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• When using the blade, bring the engine to full

throttle before entering the material to be cut. The blade has maximum cutting power at fuU throttle and is less likely to bind, stall, or cause blade thrust, which can result in serious iiyury to the operator or

others. Refer to “Guard Against Blade Thrust”.

> When using the trimmerhead, do not run the en

gine at a higher speed than necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle. At lower speeds, there is less engine noise and vibration. The cutting line will last longer and will be less Hkely to “weld” onto the spool.

^ If the blade or trinuner head does not turn

when the engine is accelerated, make sure the

tube is properly seated in the engine shroud.

► Always release throttle trigger and allow en

gine to return to idle speed when not cutting.

• The blade or trimmer head should not turn when the engine runs at idle speed. If the blade or trimmer head on your unit turns when the engine is at idle speed, refer to “Trouble Shooting Chart.”

I To stop engines

• Release the throttle trigger.

• Move ignition switch to the “Off” position.

• Stop the blade by allowing the “9 o’clock” posi tion to contact cut material. ^

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A WARNING

The blade continues to spin after the engine is

turned off. The coastingblade can throw objects or seriously cut you if accidentally touched.

Stop blade by contacting the left-hand side of the coasting blade with material alreac^ cut.

Awarning

The operator or others must not try to clear away cut material with the engine running or the made tuimihg to avoid serious injury. Stop engine and hlacfe before removing materials wrapped around blade.

MOTES

USING YOUR TOOL AS A WEEDCUTTER - w/BLADE

(The 4 point, 8 inch blade ie designed to cut grass, weeds and woody brush up to 1/2 inch diameter.)

A DANGER - THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS!

This tool can came seriom injury including amputaUon or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in ming this tool. The operator is responsible-for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tool. Read the entire Operator’s

Manual before using this tool! Restrict the use of this power tool to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tool.

A DANGER - BLADE THRUST When the spin

ning blade contacts anything it does not cut, a dan

gerous reaction can occur earning the entire tool and

operator to be thrust violently in any direction. This reaction is called Blade Thrust. As a result, the op

BLADE THRUST

erator can lose control of the tool. Use handlebar,

shoulder strap.

Make sure others are at least 30 feet (lO me

ters) away. Keep blade sharp. Cut at full throttle and from ^ur right to left. Keep

hands, feet and tool In proper position; refer to

“Guard Against Blade Thrust.”

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shield in place._. ke^ _

8 inch WEED BLADE #7l-8573S‘

Leg Guards

\ \

Place Shield Boots

l°n II

Thrown

Object

1” ARBOR OPENING:

60 Foot (20 meter) Hazard Zone

AdANGER - PROPER BLADE

Use only the 4 point, 8 inch blade and proper

' hardware. The me of any other parts can result in

seriom injury. Do not use any accessory or at

tachment other than those recommended by the manufacturer for use with this tool. Blades

that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged can fly apart and came seriom injury. Do not use.

Throw away.

A WARNING - THROWS OBJECTS

The rapidly moving blade causes objects to be thrown violently. The shield will not provide com plete protection to the operator or others. The op erator must wear a safety face shield or gog-

[les. Alwa3?B wear safety leg guards and boots.'

eep others at least 30 feet away.

AwABNING - HAZARD ZONE

This tool will throw obj^s and cut. Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers at least SO feet (10 meters) away from

the operator and tool. Stop the engine and

blade immediately if you are approached.

NOTE: In areas where other people and animals are

present, such as near sidewall^, streets, houses, etc.,

It is strongly recommended that the operator use the

buddy system; that is, have another person serve as

a “look out,” keeping himself and others at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the operotor,

^WARNING - COASTING BLADE

The blade contmues to spin after the engine is stopped or the throttle is released. The coasting blade can thrust, throw objects, or seriously cut you if accidentally touched. Stop blade by leaving it in contact with material already cut. Use the

*'9 o’clook” poiition u the point of oontact.

A. BLADE SAFETY

OPERATOR SAFETY

a. Always wear a safely face sMeM or gog

gles, See “Accessories.

b. Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, gloves and safety leg guards. See “Accessories.” Do not wear loose clothing, jewelxT, short pants, short sleeves,

sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.

Do not operate this tool when you are

tired, ill or under the influence of alco hol, drugs or medication-

1. Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap. See ‘Assemoly.”

e. Do not swing the tool with such force

that you are in danger of losing your bal

ance.

Never start or run the engine inside a

closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kiE.

Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

2. TOOL SAFETY

Inspect the entire tool before each use.

Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and se curely fastened.

Be sure the metal shield is properly at

tached. The metal shield must be installed for all blade usage.

d. Be sure the blade stops turning when the

engine idles. See “Trouble Shooting Chart.”

e. Make carburetor adjustments with the

lower end supported to prevent the blade from contacting any object. Hold tool by hand; do not use shoulder strap for support.

f. Keep others away when making carbure

tor adjustments.

3. CUTTING SAFETY

a. Inspect the area to be cut before each

use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass,

nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or

become entangled in the blade.

b. Always keep the engine on the right side

of your body. Hold the tool firmly with both

■ hands.

c. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not

over-reach. d. Keep blade below waist level. e. Do not raise the engine above your waist.

The blade can come dmgerously close to your

body. f. Cut at full throttle . g. Cut from your right to your left. h. Use only for jobs explained in this man

ual. Do not use the blade as an edger. The

. shield does not provide adequate protection.

B. GUARD AGAINST BLADE THRUST

* Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs when

using a bladed tool. This reaction can cause seri ous uyury such as amputation. Carefully study

this section. It is important that you understand what causes blade thrust, how you can reduce the chance of its occurring, and how you can remain in control of the tool it blade thrust occurs.

• The forward tip on the shield helps to reduce the

occurrence of blade thrust but cannot prevent the occurrence. The operator must follow the warn ings and safety instructions in this section to lessen the chance of blade thrust occui^g and to maintain control of the tool if the reaction does oc

cur.

1. WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST. Blade

Thrust can occur when the spinning blade con

tacts an object that it does not cut. This contact causes the blade to stop for an instant and then suddenly move or “thrust” away from the object that was hit. The “thrusting” reaction can be vio lent enough to cause the operator to be propeUed in any direction and lose control of the tool. The uncontrolled tool can cause serious iiyury if the

blade contacts the operator or others.

2. WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS, Blade

thrust can occur without warning if the blade

Rfiftgs, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur

in «resi wher9 it is c^sult to see the material be ing cut. By using the tool properly, the occurrence

of blodc thrust wUl be reduced and the operator will be less likely to lose control.

3, REDUCE THE CHANCE OF BLADE THRUST

a. Cut only grass, weeds and woody brush up

to 1/2 incn diameter. Do not let the blade con tact material it cannot cut such as stumps, rocks, fences, metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody brush having a diameter greater than 1/2 inch.

b. Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more

likely to snag.

c. Cut only a fall throttle. The blade has maxi

mum cutting power at full throttle and is less

likely to bina or stall,

<L “Peed" the blade deliberately and not too

rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed too

rapidly.

creases the cutting action.

4. MAINTAIN CONTROL

a. Use tlie shoulder strap and keep a firm

grip on the tool with both hands. A prop erly àcyuflted shoulder strap will support the weight of the tool, freeing your anna and hands to control and guidé the cutting motion.

Keep firm

footing and balance.

G. CUTTING METHODS

1. Establish a rhythmic cutting procedure. a. Plantfeet firmly, comfortably apart. b. Cut while swingingthe upper part of your body

from right to left.

c. Move forward to the next area to be cut after

the return swing and plant feet once more.

2. Use the 8 o’clock to 10 o’clock position for

cutting.

3. Stop the engine and blade, then uncUp the shoulder strap from the tool before clearing cut material.

4. To reduce the chance of material wrapping

around thé blade, follow these steps: a. Cut at fuU throttle.

b. Swing the tool into material to be cut from

your right to left.

c. Avoid the material just cut as you make the re

turn swing.

Keep the blade below waist leTel. It will he easier to maintain control of the tool. '

Do not raise the engine above your waist as the blade can come dangerously close to

your body.

Do not swing the tool with such force that you are in danger of losing your bal ance. '' '

Direction to Cut

Cut Between the 8 o’clock and 10 o’cloc] Position

Awarning

The operator or others must not try to clear awav cut material with the engine runnJi^ or the made turning to avoid serious Injury. Stoi engine and Made before removing materii wrapped around blade.

USING YOUR UNIT AS A LINE TRIMMER

The rapidly moving line causes objects to be thrown violently. The shield will not provide complete protection to the operator or others. The operator must wear a safety f^e shield or goggles. Always wear hea^, longpants and boots. Keep others at least

30 feet (10 meters) away.

WARNING - HAZARD ZONE

This tool will throw objects and cut. Keep oth ers including children, animals, bystand ers and helpers at least 30 feet (10 meters)

away from the operator and tool. Stop

the engine if you are approached, ^ "

A WARNING - DAMAGED

Trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked or damaged in any other way can fly apart and

cause serious ityury. Do not use. Replace damaged parts before using the tool. >

wahning-throws objects

TRIMMER HEAD

A. LINE TRIMMER SAFETY

1. OPERATOR SAFETY a. Always wear eye protection when operating,

iervicing, or performing maintenance on your

b. Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill

or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or

medication,

с.

Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, short pants, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they can be caught in moving parts. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length; Being fully covered will help protect you from pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by the blade, which could be more of a hazard than touching the plant itself. Do not swing the tool with such force that you are in danger of losing your b^ance.

Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. • Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

TOOL SAFETY

a. Inspect the entire tool before each use. Re

place damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and se

curely fastened.

b. Use only .080” diameter SEARS Laser Line. Never

use wire, rope, string, etc. _

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c. Be sure the shield is properly attached." “

d. Make sure trimmer head is properly installed

and securely fastened. Refer to “Assembly.”

e. Be sure trimmer head stops turning when en

gine idles. See “Carburetor Adjustments.”

f. Make carburetor adjustments with the drive

shaft housing supported to prevent the trim mer line from contacting any object.

g. Keep others away when making carburetor ad

justments.

h. Use only acces^ries or attachments as recom

mended by Sears forthis tool.

CUTTING SAFETY

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. .

a. Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Re

move objects {rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become en tangled in the trimmer head.

b. Always keep the engine on the right side of

your body. c. Hold the tool firmly with both hands. d. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over

reach. e. Keep the trimmer head below waist level. f. Do not raise the engine above your waist. g. Keep all parts of your body away from the trim

mer line and muffler when engine is running. h. Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

B. TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE

• The trimmer line will advance approxi

mately 2 inches each time the bottom of the trimmer head is tapped on the ground with the engine running at full throttle.

• The most efficient line length is the maxi mum length allowed by the line limiter.

• Always keep the shield in place when the

tool is being operated. Figure 35 .

• To Advance Line:

1. Operate the engine at full throttle.

2. Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area.

3. Tap bottom of trimmer head lightly on ground onetime. Approximately' 2 inches of line

will be advanced with each tap. , ___ _

NOTE; Always tap trimmer head on a grassy

area. Tapping on surfaces such as concrete or asphalt can cause excessive wear to the trim mer head.

NOTE; If the line is worn down to two

inches or less, more than one tap will be re

quired to obtain the most efficient line length.

Use only .080” diameter Scars leaser Line. Other

A WARNING

sizes, of ^line^will not advance properly. Do.

not use_ other 'materials .such..as wirè;._

string, rope, etòrWiré can break off during cut ting and become a dangerous missile that can possibly cause serious injury.____________________________

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A WARNING

Use mixumum speed and do not crowd the line when cutting around hard objects (rock, ^avel, fence posts, etc), which can damage the trimmer head, become entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a serious hazard.

To Advance Line Tap Bottom Of

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Line Limiter Cuts Line To Proper Length.

Trimmer Head On Ground One Time

C. CUTTING METHODS

• The tip of the line does the cutting. You vnll

achieve the best performance and minimum line

wear by not crowding line into cutting area. The

right and wrong ways are shown in

t For frimming OF ica|

throttle to increase

ше less than full

espeelallyt

- during light duty cutting. — near objects around which the line can wrap

such as small posts, trees or fence wire.

Crowded Into

WRONG Work Area

3 Inches I

Above Ground

RIGHT

Tip of the

Line Does The Cutting

• The line will easily remove grass and weeds firom around walls, fences, trees and flower beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of

trees or shrubs and scar fences. To help avoid

damage especially to delicate vegetation or trees with tender bark, shorten line to 4—5 inches and use at less than full throttle.

• For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for

a good clean job.

Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line

ik WARNING ^ ■■

when cutting around hard objects (rock, ^avel, fence posts, etc), which can damage the trimmer head, become entangled in the line, or be

thrown causing a serious haasard.

....

3 Inches Above Tip of the Line

■ Ground ^ Does the Cutting

Always wear eye protection. Never lean over the

trimmer head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or

be thrown into eyes and face and cause blind ness or other serious injury.

1. TRIMMING- _ Hold bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches above ground and at

: an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make

contact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.

2. SCALPING - The scalping tech

nique removes unwanted vegetation. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches above the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the

line to strike CTOund around trees, posts, monu

ments, etc. This technique increases line wear.

3. MOWING- Your trimmer is ideal

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for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the mround as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool.

4. SWEEPING- Thefanningaction

of the rotating line can be used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above sur faces being swept and move tool from side to side.

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D.LINE REPLACEMENT

• For proper line feed;

Une welding, and improper line feed.

A WABNING

To Remove, Turn Lock Ring Counterclockwise To Replace, Turn Lefck Ring Clockwise

/1 ' ' ^ Y \ /no; \ ^ .'

Lock Tab

— Pre-wound spools offer the most conven

ient method for replacing line as well as optimum performance.

• Always clean dirt and debris from spool and hub when performing any type maintenance.

1. Installing Spool with Line

a. Hold the trimmer head as shown in ^

Press the lock tab and turn the lock ring

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1. ^ ' /

b. Remove the lock ring, tap button, and spool. c. Clean dirt and debris from all parts.

d. Inspect all trimmer head parts for damage. Re

place damaged parts.

Awaking'................."

Trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way can fly

apart and cause serious injury Do not use. Repface damaged parts before using the tool.

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Tap

Button

Lock Ring

NOTE: The aluminum line saver can become —

worn during use. After a groove is worn

into line saver, remove it from trimmer head, turn

it upside down, and reinstall it {with'spool re

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moved) to provide a new wear surface.

Awahning

The line saver must be installed only from the in

side of the trimmer head. If installed on the out side of the trimmer head, the line saver can fly

off and become a dangerous missile.________________

e. Insert the end of the line through the line saver.

Place spool in trimmer head. Press spool

down, then turn it enough to lock lugs on

spool under lugs on drive gear.

NOTE; Make sure the line is not caught between

the rim of spool and the wall of trimmer head.

f. Replace the tap button. Align the lock ring

over the catches on the hub; push the lock ring down on the hub and turn it clockwise until the catches lock into place.

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A WARNING

All catches must be fastened and the lock tab latched in the Lock Ring. If installed incor rectly, the Lock Ring can fly off and become a dangerous missile.

g. Make sure lock ring is properly fastened by

pulling on it and trying to turn it counterclock wise. If it comes off, reinstall it properly.

h. Pull on the line to change the spool from the

locked position to the operating position.

i. Obtain the correct line length (4-6 inches) by

pressing the tap button and pulling on the line again.

NOTE; Each time the tap button is pressed, ap

proximately 2 inches of line can be pulled from the trimmer head.

2. Spool Replacement

a. Replace the spool when the square comers on

the lugs are rounded off, reduced in size, or bro

ken off.

b. To replace the spool, follow the instructions in

“Installing Spool with Line.”

3. Installing Line on Spool

To replace the Line on existing Spool;

a. Follow “Installing Spool w/Line,” steps

“a.—d." and remove any line remaining on

the spool.

b. Use a 40 foot length of .080” Sears Laser Line.

e. Follow “Installing Spool with Line,” steps

If the line breaks off or backs up in the trim mer head, follow “Installing Spool' w/Line,”

steps “a.—d.” Pull slack in line until the line is

tightly wound on the spool, leaving 4-~6 inches of

extended line. Continue with steps “e.~i.”

Catch

Line Saver

Catch

Approximately 2 Inches of Line Can Be Pulled From the Trimmer Head Each Time the Tap Button is Pressed.

Tap Button

NORMAL SPOOL,

Lock Tab

Catch

WORN SPOOL

c. Insert 1/16” to 1/8” of the end of the line

through the hole in the spool. Allow no more than 1/8” line to extend in side the spool.

d. Wrap the line onto the sjiool firmly and

evenly in a clockwise direction as shown by the arrow on the spool.

NOTE; The line must be wrapped firmly and

evenly for proper line feed.

4. Trouble Shooting the Trimmer Head and Line

• Doei not advance/brealu while cutting} • Weldi onto apooli

- Improperly wound onto spool. — Line size incorrect.

Line elzo incorrect. - Incorrect ipool

- Too little line outside head. - Crowding line against material being cut.

• Pulls back into head: - Cutting at higher speeds than necessary.

- Too little line outside of head, • - -

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