Craftsman 700995 User Manual [en, es, fr]

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Conwertible Cordless

18¥ Line Trimmer Mttachment

Part No. 700995

BEFORE returning this product, first call:

(800) 539-6455

IMPORTANT OPERATING HINT:

When starting unit, first push the thumb switch forward and then squeeze the control trigger. It is

NOT necessary to keep the thumb

switch pushed forward during use.

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read

this manual and follow all its Safety

Rules and Operating Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

www.craftsman.com

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WARRANTY

Craftsman One Year Full Warranty

If this Craftsman product fails due to manufacturer’s defects within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free replacement.

This warranty applies for only 90 days if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.

This warranty does not include cutting line, which is an expendable part. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other

rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Some dust created by

using power tools contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING TO CALIFORNIA

RESIDENTS: Handling the cord on

this units (or cords with accessories sold for this product) will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Please wash hands after handling the cord.

CRAFTSMAN CONVERTIBLE CORDLESS 18V TOOL SYSTEM

This product is for use only with the Craftsman Convertible Cordless 18V Tool System. Do not use the tool attachments with any other system or power source, and do not use any tool attachment on the power handle that is not intended for use with this system.

WARNING: When using this tool.

basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury,

including the following:

To reduce risk of injury:

Before any use, be sure everyone using this electric product reads and understands all safety and operation

instructions contained in this manual.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTIONS and

review frequently prior to use. Store in wall charger slot.

AVOID DANGEROUS

ENVIRONMENTS and weather

conditions when using this tool.

DO NOT USE battery operated

appliance in the rain.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors

should be kept at a safe distance from work area.

STORE IDLE UNIT INDOORS - When

not in use, the unit should be stored

indoors in a dry location - out of reach of children.

DON’T FORCE THE TOOL - It will do

the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.

USE RIGHT TOOL - Do not use the

tool for any job except that for which it

is intended.

KEEP HANDS AND FEET away from

cutting area.

DRESS PROPERLY - Do not wear

loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working out doors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

DON’T OVERREACH - Maintain

proper footing and balance at all times.

Use both hands to operate unit safely.

USE SAFETY GLASSES - Always

wear proper eye protection, and use a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE - Keep

the unit clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow

instructions for service. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING

- Don’t carry the appliance while holding the switch area. The unit is shipped partly charged, and may start

inadvertently if not handled properly.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS - If

any component of the appliance experiences a hard impact, check that no parts were damaged and verify that the unit operates properly. Check for

misalignment or bending of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect operation. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or re-placed by an authorized service center.

STAY ALERT - Watch what you are

doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired.

DON’T GRASP MOVING LINE of the

line trimmer. Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold material to be cut when the line is moving. Make sure the unit’s switch is off and the battery pack

is removed before clearing or changing line.

ATTACH LINE GUARD - Before use,

attach the line guard correctly. See

instructions on how to attach line guard

in the operation section of the line trimmer manual. Failure to attach the line guard may pose a risk of injury,

may cause motor damage and will void the warranty.

Store these instructions by folding in half and sliding into the slot in the back of the wall charging rack.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION

CONNECTING TOOL ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HANDLE

Be sure to follow the following safety precautions when attaching and detaching tools from the power handle.

Remove the battery from the handle before attaching or detaching tools.

Never touch the control switches on the power handle when attaching and detaching tools

To attach a tool:

1. Twist the lock ring on the power handle to the unlocked position, (see figure 1)

Figure 2

3. Grasp the tool attachment firmly with one hand (note, do not grasp on a rotating part such as the auxiliary handle), and twist the lock ring on the power handle to the locked position with the other hand, (see figure 3)

Figure 1

2. Insert the male end of the power handle interface into the female socket

in the end of the tool attachment

making sure that it is firmly seated, (see figure 2) The interface is keyed so that it will only go together one way. The handle and tool should go together easily. If you experience resistance in putting them together, check that the keys on the handle are properly aligned with the slots in the tool.

Figure 3

To detach a tool:

1. Grasp the tool attachment firmly with one hand (note, do not grasp on a rotating part such as the auxiliary handle), and twist the lock ring on the power handle to the unlocked position with the other hand, (see figure 4)

Figure 4

2. Pull the power handle and tool attachment apart. The power handle and tool attachment should separate easily. If they do not, check to be sure that the lock ring is in the fully unlocked position.

Attaching the Battery

1. Align the rib on the battery pack with the corresponding slot in the end of the power handle, (see figure 5)

Figure 6

2. Pull the battery pack straight out from the handle.

To turn the tool on:

1. Grip the control grip firmly with one hand and grip the auxiliary handle on the tool attachment (if provided) with the other hand.

2. Push the switch that your thumb rests on straight forward; this is the safety release, (see figure 7)

Figure 5

2. Insert the battery fully into the handle making sure that the springloaded buttons on each side of the battery pack snap into place in the handle.

Removing the Battery

1. Depress the spring-loaded buttons on both sides of the battery simultaneously, (see figure 6)

Figure 7

3. While holding the switch under your thumb in the forward position, use your fingers to pull upward on the control trigger, (see figure 8) This will energize the tool and allow you to do your work.

It is NOT necessary to keep pressure on the thumb switch after the tool has started.

Please note that the tool will not start

if the lock ring is not in the fully locked position.

Figure 8

line trimmer stalls or stops turning unexpectedly, release the control trigger immediately. If, after verifying that the line head turns freely, the line trimmer does not restart, check the fuse to see if it needs replacing. See the section on replacing the fuse. Only replace the fuse with the same type 15 Amp fuse.

LINE TRIMMER/EDGER OPERATION

To turn the tool off:

1. Release the control trigger and the tool will turn off. The thumb switch will return to the rear position to prevent accidental re-starting of the tool.

The power handle can be operated

in two positions, normal and inverted, depending on the work you are trying to do. Depending on work position, both thumb switch or control trigger will release safety or activate tool, so it

is not necessary to contort your hand when using the power handle in the

inverted position, (see figure 9)

Figure 9

ATTACH LINE GUARD PRIOR TO

USE - Attach the line guard to the

trimmer housing by first aligning both of the side tabs with the slots in the trimmer housing. Next, press firmly on the rear of the guard until it is firmly seated against the trimmer housing.

Important - Rotate the edging wheel

until the arrow on the wheel lines up exactly with the arrow on the underside of the line guard.

Now, insert the provided screw through the hole in the edging wheel and into the exposed hole in the black housing. Tighten in place with a screwdriver, (see figure 10) When the screw is properly installed and tightened, the head of the screw will be recessed and the edging wheel should rotate freely.

OVERLOAD PROTECTION

The line trimmer attachment

incorporates a fuse which will protect the line trimmer in the event of an overload or prolonged stall. The fuse will cause the tool to stop operating

if an overload condition exists. If the

Figure 10

Important: The line guard

incorporates an automatic line cut off blade, which keeps the cutting

line trimmed to the proper length.

Remove the protective tape from this blade before first use.

TRIMMING TECHNIQUES

Maintain proper balance at all times.

Keep hand away from moving line. Wear eye protection when using the unit. Hold the line trimmer firmly when starting and operating, (see figure 11)

WEED AND LAWN TRIMMING

The unit works best with dry grass, but

it can be used safely in wet grass due to the low voltage design.

A long sweeping cutting motion will get the greatest amount of trimming per charge.

Watch out for foreign objects in the grass. Avoid trimming near wiring or other objects that could become tangled in the rotation of the string head.

Always inspect area to be trimmed for objects that could be damaged or tangled during trimming.

During normal operation, the cutting line will wear down and need to be advanced to its full cutting length.

Advance (bump feed) the cutting

line - While the unit is running, gently tap the line head against the ground until the cutting line advances to the cut-off blade. Excess line will be cut off automatically to maintain proper length.

To lengthen the life of the string spool, do not bump feed by tapping the line head on concrete or asphalt.

LAWN AND FLOWERBED EDGING

Holding the front handle, rotate the rest

of the unit to bring the edging wheel

into position, (see figure 12)

Figure 12

Locate the edging wheel along the

surface to be edged, (see figure 13)

Figure 13

Slowly let the line trimmer roll along the edge of the lawn with the roller guide wheel supporting the weight of the unit. Stop periodically to advance the cutting line.

When edging an area for the first

time, you will form a groove in the ground. Forming the groove may require special attention and frequent line advancement. After the groove

is formed the first time, regular

maintenance is easy.

For optimum results, regularly rotate the line head down and bump feed to advance string.

Watch out for foreign objects.

CHANGING THE CUTTING LINE WARNING: To prevent injury, keep

hands away from triggers during reloading.

USE ONLY 0.080” DIAMETER NON

METALLIC CUTTING LINE.

Tabs are located on each side of the line spool cover. Press both tabs on the line head cover and remove cover by pulling upward. It may be easier to press in one tab at a time. After the tabs are pushed in, lift the spool out of the housing and put spring in a safe place, (see figure 14)

base of the spool.

Evenly and tightly wind the spool in the direction shown on the bottom of the spool.

Continue winding until the line is just below the rim, then cut the line with scissors.

Do not overfill. Overfilling can cause jams.

Hold the line so it does not unwind;

insert the cut end through the eyelet in the line head housing. Do not extend

more than 2” of line outside the line head housing, (see figure 15)

Figure 15

Now replace the spring and spool,

making sure that the line is not caught under the spool.

Re-install the line head cover.

If more than 2” of line is extended outside the line head, cut the excess off before turning on the trimmer.

Figure 14

Remove and discard any remaining

cutting line in the spool. Clean all debris from inside the line

head assembly.

Holding the end of the line, insert 1/4”

of the tip into the small hole at the

Clearing Jams CAUTION: To prevent injury, keep

hands away from trigger during clearing of jams. To prevent injury, do not use the line trimmer with a damaged line head assembly.

Inspect cutting line and spool and clear away debris.

Unwrap the spool several turns and

inspect the line for damage. Cut away damaged line and discard.

Inspect the line head assembly for

cracks or damage. While gently pulling on the cutting line,

press the spool (bump head) until the line releases. If the jam is cleared, the spool should spin free a short distance and the line will advance.

If the unit continues to jam or will

not spin freely, call 800-539-6455.

Failure to stop the unit when the line is jammed will cause excessive battery drainage and shorten motor life (overheating).

Fuse Replacement

To replace the fuse, you must first remove the line guard from the trimmer. Turn the line trimmer attachment upside down. Align the arrow on the edging wheel with the arrow on the line guard. Remove the screw that is exposed in the hole in the edging wheel with a standard screwdriver. Remove the guard by pulling away from the trimmer housing.

With the line guard removed, remove the screw shown in figure 16 from the tab of the red fuse cover on the right side of the trimmer housing.

Figure 17

Pull the fuse straight out of the holder. Replace the fuse with the same type 15 amp mini auto fuse. Push the fuse

holder back into the trimmer housing.

Replace the red fuse cover by first inserting the tab at the top of the cover

into the housing and then securing it in place with the screw that you removed previously. Attach the line guard to the trimmer housing (see the section on attaching the line guard).

CAUTION: Never operate the trimmer

without the line guard attached.

WALL BRACKET

Mount the wall bracket securely to the wall; attach with screws to a wall stud. The use of wall board anchors

is NOT recommended. Place the tool attachment in the wall bracket as shown for convenient storage, (see figure 18)

Figure 16

Remove the red cover and set aside.

Pull the fuse holder out from inside the housing and unsnap its cover as shown in figure 17.

MAINTENANCE ACCESSORIES

WARNING: Always remove the battery

when performing any maintenance on the power handle or a tool attachment that is connected to the power handle.

WARNING: Always keep hands away

from the triggers when performing maintenance on the power handle.

LUBRICATION - No periodic

lubrication of the line trimmer attachment is required.

CLEANING OF PLASTIC PARTS

- Use only a dry brush or a cloth with warm water and mild soap to clean plastic parts. Many household cleaners contain chemicals which could damage the plastic. Never use gasoline, turpentine, paint thinner or similar fluids. Never spray-wash tool or immerse in water. Water or liquid inside the tool can cause serious damage to the unit.

DROPPING THE UNIT - If you drop

the unit, carefully inspect it for any damage before using it again. Have the unit professionally repaired if damage has occurred.

STORAGE

TEMPERATURE - Temperature

extremes limit the useful life of the battery. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry. Store the tool away from direct sunlight, heating pipes, furnaces, etc. Do not store where temperatures go below +40 F or above +120 F.

PREVENTING CORROSION -

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain compounds that greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. Do not store the appliance on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.

REPLACEMENT PARTS - For

optimum cutting results and the assurance of top performance, it is recommended that only Sears Craftsman replacement blades and cutting line be used.

WARNING: Use only Craftsman

accessories and replacement parts available from Sears. Use of non Craftsman accessories could be hazardous. Call 1 -800-366-PART.

BATTERY RECYCLING - To preserve

natural resources, please recycle or dispose of this product’s NICKEL

CADMIUM (NiCd) BATTERY

properly. Local, state and federal laws prohibit disposal of NiCd batteries in ordinary trash. The manufacturer is a participant in the Rechargeable

Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) recycling program. We have paid a fee to allow for these batteries to be properly disposed of via a RBRC collection site (various retailers are also RBRC participants). Please call the RBRC toll free number at (800) 822-8837 or visit the RBRC web site at

www.rbrc.com to find a battery

collection center near you.

SERVICE

If you see any condition that may affect safe operation, or if you have any questions, contact our customer service number at:

1-800-539-6455

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:

WARRANTY

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE ACCESSORIES

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