Craftsman 51157 User Manual

Instruction Manual

LAWN EDGER ATTACHMENT

Model No,

C944.511571

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Franqais

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.

For answers to your questions about this product:

Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun.

1-800-235-5878 <.o°,s listed are Central Time)

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

530164037 4/23/03

Warranty Statement 2 Service & Adjustments 10

Identification of Symbols 2 Storage 10

Safety Rules 2 Parts List 11
Assembly 6

Operation 7 French 12

Maintenance 9 Parts and Ordering Back Cover

LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® LAWN EDGER

ATTACHMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, Sears Canada, Inc., will repair or
replace free of charge, at Sears option, parts which are defective as a result of
material or workmanship.
COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:

Warranty on Lawn Edger Attachment will be 90 days from the date of purchase if
used for commercial or rental purposes.

This warranty excludes expendable parts that become worn during normal use.
Warranty service is available by returning the Lawn Edger Attachment to the nearest

Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this
product is in use in Canada.

This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit
legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial

legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty will last, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

DANGER! This lawn edger

can be dangerous! Careless or
improper use can cause
serious or even fatal injury.

J_ Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.

_WARNING: When using garden-
ing appliances, basic safety precau-

tions must always be followed to re-
duce the risk of fire and serious injury.

Read and follow all instructions.

read, understand and will follow the
instructions and warnings on the unit

and in the manual. Never allow chil-
dren to operate this unit.

Read and understand the
instruction manual before

using the lawn edger.

__AFETY ,NFORMATiON

This power unit can be dangerous!

Operator is responsible for following
instructions and warnings on unit and

OPERATOR SAFETY

THE UNIT

in manual. Read entire instruction
manual before using unit! Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the unit. Restrict the
use of this unit to persons who have

4_ DANGER: RISK OF CUT.

KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
FROM BLADE AND CUTTING AREA.

Do not attempt to clear away cut ma-

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terial or hold material to be cut when
the blade is in motion. Make sure

powerhead is stopped and spark plug
wire is disconnected (or powerhead is
disconnected from power source)
when removing jammed material from
the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold
attachment by the cutting blade.

° Dress properly. Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection when
operating, or performing maintenance
on your unit (safety glasses are avail-

able). Eye protection should be
marked Z87.

° Always wear face or dust mask if op-

eration is dusty.

° Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, and gloves.

° Always wear foot protection. Do not

go barefoot or wear sandals.

° Secure hair above shoulder length

Secure or remove loose clothing or
clothing with loosely hanging ties,

straps, tassels, etc. They can be
caught in moving parts.

° Being fully covered also helps protect

you from debris and pieces of toxic

plants thrown by spinning blade.

° Stay alert. Do not operate when you

are tired, ill, upset, or under the influ-
ence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Watch what you are doing; use corn-

mOBsense.

° Wear hearing protection.
° Never start or run inside a closed

room or building. Breathing exhaust

fumes can kill.
° Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
° Only operate unit with handlebar

installed.

° Keep hands and feet away from cut-

ting area.
° Never direct discharge of material to-

ward bystanders nor allow anyone

near the area of operation. Use care
in directing discharge to avoid glass

enclosures, automobiles, and the like.

FUEL SAFETY (for gas powerheade)

° 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 powerhead.
° Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all

fuel spills before starting the power-

head.

° Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away

from fueling site before starting power-

head engine.

° Stop engine and allow to cool before

removing fuel cap.

• RemOve fuel cap slowly.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY (for electric

powerheads)

_WARNING: Avoid a dangerous
environment. To reduce the risk of

electrical shock, do not use in rain, in
damp or wet locations, or around
swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not
expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid
the possibility of electrical shock. Do

not handle extension cord plug or unit

with wet hands.

• Use only a voltage supply as shown
on the nameplate of the unit.

• Avoid dangerous situations. Do not
use in presence of flammable liquids
or gases to avoid creating a fire or ex-
plosion and/or causing damage to

unit.

• Avoid dangerous environments. Do
not use in unventilated areas or

where dust or explosive vapors can
build up.

• Toreduce the risk of electrical shock,
use extension cords specifically
marked as suitable for outdoor ap-
pliances. The electrical rating of the

cord must not be less than the rating
of the unit. The cord must be marked

with the suffix W. Make sure your ex-
tension cord is in good condition. In-

spect extension cord before use and
replace if damaged. An undersized

extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.

• Do not use multiple cords.

• The powerhead may have a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the oth-
er); if so, it will require the use of a po-
larized extension cord. The appliance
plug will fit into a polarized extension
cord only ooe way. Ifthe plug does
not fit fully into the extension cord, re-

verse the plug. If the plug still does
not fit, obtain a correct polarized ex-

tension cord. A polarized extension
cord will require the use of a polarized
wall outlet. This plug will fit into the
polarized wall outlet only one way. If
plug does not fit fully into the wall out-
let, reverse the plug. If it still does not

fit, contact a qualified electrician to

install the proper wall outlet. Do not
change the equipment plug, extension
cord receptacle, or extension cord
plug in any way.

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• Do net attempt to repair unit. Inspect
the insulation and connectors on the

powerhead and extension cord before
each use. If there is any damage, do
net use until damage is repaired by

your Sears Service Centre.

• Do net pull or carry by cord; de net

use cord as a handle, close a door on
cord, or pull cord around sharp edges

or corners. Keep cord away from

heated surfaces. Do not unplug by
pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.

• Do not use the powerhead ffthe

switch does not turn the unit on and

off properly. Have the unit repaired by
your Sears Service Centre.

• Keep the extension cord clear of op-

erator and obstacles at all times. Do
not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or

sharp edges.

• Avoid any body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences, or pipes, to avoid the possibil-

ity of electric shock. Don't handle plug

or unit with wet hands.

• Do not use with damaged cord or

plug. If powerhead is not working as it
should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors, or dropped into water,
return it to your Sears Service Centre

for repair.

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter

(GFCI) protection should be pro-
vided on the circuit or outlet to be

used for the powerhead. Recep-

tacles are available having built-in

GFCI protection and maybe used

for this measure of safety.

Your powerhead should be double in-
sulated to help protect against electric

shock. Double insulation construction
consists of two separate "layers" of
electrical insulation instead of ground-

ing. Tools and appliances built with a
double insulation system are not in-

tended to be grounded. Safety pre-
cautions must be observed when op-
erating any electrical tool. The double
insulation system only provides added
protection against injury resulting from

an internal electrical insulation failure.
_I_WARNING: All repairs to an elec-

tric powerhead, including housing,
switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed

and repaired by qualified service per-
sonnel. Replacement parts for a double

insulated appliance must be identical to
the parts they replace. A double insu-
lated appliance is marked with the

words "double insulation" or "double in-

sulated". The symbol [] (square within
a square) may also be marked on the
appliance. Failure to have the unit re-

paired by your Sears Service Centre

can cause the double insulation con-
struction to become ineffective and re-

sult in serious injury.

UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY

_WARNING: Disconnect power-

head spark plug (or disconnect power-
head from power source) before per-

forming maintenance.

• Inspect entire unit before each use.
Replace damaged parts. Check for

fuel leaks. Make sure an fasteners

are in place and securely fastened.

• Maintain unit according to recom-
mended procedures.

• Throw away blades that are bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged
in any other way. Replace parts that
are cracked, chipped, or damaged
before using the unit.

• Use only recommended Craftsman
parts and accessories. Never use
wire, wire rope, string, flailing de-

vices, etc.

• Be sure blade stops turning when
engine idles (see CARBURETOR AD-
JUSTMENTS section of powerhead
manual).

• Remove the blade before making car-
buretor adjustments. Hold the unit by
hand. Do not make carburetor adjust-

ments from the blade side of the unit.

• Keep others away when making car-
buretor adjustments.

• Never start the unit with the clutch
housing removed. The clutch can fly

off and cause serious injury.

• Have all maintenance and service not
explained in this manual performed by

a Sears Service Centre.

• If blade strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps: stop unit and disconnect
spark plug wire (or disconnect from
power source), inspect for damage,
and repair any damage before resum-

ing operation of the unit.

EDGING SAFETY

_I_WARNING: Inspect the area to

be edged before each use. Remove

objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
string, etc.) which can be thrown by the

blade or can wrap around the shaft.

• Keep others including children, ani-
mals, bystanders, and helpers at least
50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop the
unit immediately if you are ap-
proached.

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• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach or stand on unstable

surfaces.

• Always keep the wheel in contact with

the ground.

• Keep all parts of your body away from

the blade and muffler.

• Always push the unit slowly over the

ground. Stay alert for uneven side-
walks, holes in the terrain, large roots.

etc.

_ Thrown

Safety Boots __"

Glasses

Blades move
momentarily

after the
trigger is

Objects

Allow blades to stop
before removing them

from the cut.

• Do not force the unit. Use only for
jobs explained in this manual. Use

only for edging. Do not abuse unit.
Do not use in rain or wet locations.

• Toreduce the risk of fire, do not allow

excessive grass, leaves, or grease to
accumulate on the attachment.

• Objects struck by the cutting member

can cause serious injuries to persons.
The lawn should always be carefully
examined and cleared of all objects
prior to edging.

• Never operate without blade shield in

place.

WARNING:

Bladescan throwobjects violently

• You can be blinded or injured.

• Wear safety glasses and boots.

WARNING:

Hazard zone for thrown objects

• Blades can throw objects violently.

• Others can be blinded or injured.

• Keep people and animals 50 feet
(15 m) away.

WARNING:

Blades move momentarily after the

trigger is released.

• The blades can seriously cut you or
others,

• Allow blades to stop before

removing them from the cut.

--^-'"_l_atl_uaii°n _ Safety Decals

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Do not grasp or hold exposed blade.

• Stop powerhead before leaving work

area,

• Allow powerhead and gearbox to cool
before storing or transporting it in a

vehicle.

• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open

flames from water heaters, electric

motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store attachment so blade cannot ac-
cidentally cause injury.

• Store attachment indoors, out of reach

of children.

If situations occur which are not cov-

ered in this manual, use care and
good judgment. If you need assis-
tance, call 1-800-235-5878.

,_ WARNING:

Read instruction Manual

• Follow all warnings and instructions,

• Failure to do so can result in
serious injury.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-

tions through prolonged use of gasoline

powered hand tools could cause blood

vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,

hands, and joints of people prone to cir-

culation disorders or abnormal swell-

ings. Prolonged use in cold weather has

been linked to blood vessel damage in
otherwise healthy people. If symptoms
occur such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture.
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands,
or joints, discontinue the use of this tool

and seek medical attention. An anti-
vibration system does not guarantee the

avoidance of these problems. Users
who operate power tools on a continual
and regular basis must monitor closely
their physical condition and the condi-

tion of this unit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol*

lowing list.
Model C944.511571

Edger Attachment
Handlebar (with clamp and knob)

Clamp Base (with spacer tabs)
Clamp screws (4)

Attachment hanger

Rex wrench

Examine parts for damage. Do not

use damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find

parts missing or damaged, call

1-800-235-5878.

ASSEMBLY

_ WARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure

your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.

* A hex wrench (provided) is required

for assembly.

HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY

_l_ DANGER: RISK OF CUT. To
avoid serious in ury, the barrier portion

of the hand ebar must be nsta ed as
shown on the upper tube of the pow-

erhead to provide a barrier between
operator and the spinning blade. At-
tach tube clamp above arrow on safe-
dtywarning decal on the upper tube

powerhead end of unit). Ensure han-

lebar is positioned on handlebar

clamp between the arrows on the han-
dlebar decal.

NOTE: The tube clamp base has four
spacer tabs attached. These tabs are

provided to adapt this attachment for
use with powerheads that have a 1"
diameter upper tube (the tube clamp
will not tighten down securely on the

1" diameter upper tube without using
these spacer tabs). The tabs must be
broken off completely before use and
placed over the screw holes on the
clamp base. These tabs are not need-
ed for powerheads with a 7/8" upper

tube.

HANDLEBAR CLAMP BASE

Spacer Tabs _ _,P

posi!ionedforuse-

uppertube _I

1. Place the tube clamp over the up-
per tube above the arrow on the

safety decal.

2. Position the clamp base under the
upper tube and align the tube

clamp and clamp base screw holes

(use spacer tabs between tube

clamp and clamp base if necessary
to secure clamp, i.e. for 1" diameter

upper tube).

Handlebar

POWERHEAD
END

Handlebar Clamp
between arrows on

handlebar decal

Knob

SCOWS

Arrow on

Safety Decal

ATTACHMENT

END

3. Insert the four screws into the
screw holes.

4. Secure tube clamp by tightening
screws with the hex wrench.

5. Position the handlebar as shown,
ensuring the handlebar is posi-
tioned on the handlebar clamp be-

tween the arrows on the handlebar
decal.

6. Retighten handlebar by turning
clamp knob clockwise until handle-

bar is secure and stationary in
clamp (clamp knob cannot be over-
tightened).

Spacer T._ =4_lb.,_

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KNOW YOUR EDGER ATTACHMENT

READ THIS INSTRUCTIONMANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFOREOPERATINGYOUR
EDGERATTACHMEN£ Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize

yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual
for future reference.

Depth Adjustment Knob

Gearbox

BLADE

The BLADE is designed to cut sod.

OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a

coupler which enables optional attach-
ments to be installed. The optional

attachments are:

Cultivator ............ C944.511580

Blower .............. C944.511601

_ WARNING: Always disconnect
powerhead spark plug (or disconnect

powerhead from power source) before
removing or installing attachments,

REMOVING ATTACHMENT

CAUTION: When removing or instal-

ling attachments, place the power-
head and attachment on a fiat surface

for stability,

1, Loosen the coupler by turning the

knob counterclockwise.

Hanger

Tube

J

Blade Shield

Edger Blade

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB is

used to adjust the wheel for blade cut-

ting depth.

UpperTube

Coupler

Lower

Attachment

TIGHTEN Knob

2. Press and hold the locking/release
button.

Locking/Release
Button

Upper Tube

LowerAttachment

3. While securely holding the upper
tube, pull the attachment straight

out of the coupler.

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