Craftsman 944517361 Owner’s Manual

Instruction Manual

1.4 cu.in./21cc 2-Cycle 16 Inch Cutting Path / .065 In. Line

GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®

Model No.

C944.517361

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Fran_;ais

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 l,ours listed are Centra, T,me)

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

530163407 10]15/02

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 10 Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Table 11

Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 12 Operation 5 Parts List 14

Maintenance 8 French 16

Service & Adjustments 9 Parts and Ordering Back

LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS WEEDWACKER 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 Gas Weedwacker will be 90 days from the date of purchase if used

for commercial or rental purposes. This warranty does not cover:

1. Spark plugs, filter, line, spool, starter rope, and blade.

2. Damages to the motor of the unit when operated without the proper fuel mixture (see manual).

Warranty service is available by returning the Weedwacker to the nearest Sears Ser- vice Center/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 MSB 2B8

_,WARNING: When using gar- dening appliances, basic safety pre- cautions must always be followed to

reduce the risk of fire and serious

injury. Read and follow all instructions.

This power unit can be dangerous!

Operator is responsible for following

instructions and warnings on unit and 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

read, understand, and will follow the

instructions and warnings on the unit

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

iNSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION

MANUAL ON THE UNIT

DANGER: Never use blades or

flailing devices. This unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any

other accessories or attachments will

increase the risk of injury.

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,_ WARNING: Trimmer line throws objects violently. You and others can

be blindedlinjured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.

_ Protection

_ _oots

Keep children, bystanders, and ani-

mals 50 feet (15 m) away. If ap-

proached, stop unit immediately. If situations occur which are not cov-

ered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assis-

tance, contact Sears Service or call

1-800-235-5878.

OPERATOR SAFETY

• 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. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.

• Always wear foot protection. Do not

go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line.

• 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 line.

• Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit

when you are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or

medication. Watch what you are do- ing; use common sense.

• 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.

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Disconnect the spark plug before

performing maintenance (except carburetor adjustments).

• Look for and replace damaged or

loose parts before each use. Look

for and repair fuel leaks before use.

Keep in good working condition.

• Replace trimmer head parts that are

chipped, cracked, broken, or dam- aged in any other way before using

the unit.

• Maintain unit according to recom-

mended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.

• Use only 0.065" (1.65 ram) diameter

Craftsman brand line. Never use

wire, rope, string, etc.

• Install required shield properly be-

fore using the unit. Use only speci-

fled trimmer head; make sure it is

properly installed and securely fas- tened.

• Make sure unit is assembled cor- rectly as shown in this manual.

• Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line

from contacting any object.

• Keep others away when making car- buretor adjustments.

• Use only recommended Craftsman accessories and replacement parts.

• Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual per-

formed by a Sears Service Centre.

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.

• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all

fuel spills.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before start- ing engine.

• Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap.

• Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.

CUTTING SAFETY

,d_ WARNING: Inspect the area be- fore each use. Remove objects

(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.

• Use only for trimming, mowing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.

• Keep all parts of your body away

from muffler, cutting head and spin-

ning line. Keep engine below waist level. A hot muffler can cause seri-

ous burns.

• Cut only from your right to your left. Cutting with the line on left side of

the shield will throw debris away

from the operator.

• Use only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Allow engine to cool; secure unit be-

fore storing or transporting in ve-

hicle.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting 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 area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or

open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-

naces, etc.

• Store unit so line limiter cannot acci-

dentally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the tube.

• Store unit out of reach of children.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gaso-

line powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the

fingers, hands, and joints of people

prone to circulation disorders or ab-

normal swellings. 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. Us- ers who operate power tools on a con- tinual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and

the condition of this tool.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not

equipped with a temperature limiting

muffler and spark arresting screen

which meets the requirements of Cali- fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.

forest land and the states of California,

Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by

law that many internal combustion en- gines be equipped with a spark arres- tor screen. If you operate in a locale

where such regulations exist, you are

legally responsible for installing and

maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a viola- tion of the law. If a spark arresting screen is required in your area, con- tact your Sears Service Centre for the

correct kit.

CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list. Model C944.517361

• Trimmer

• Shield

• Container of Oil 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. It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in

the empty fuel tank.

Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments

and testing done by the manufacturer.

ASSEMBLY

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

your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE 4fJWARNING: When ad usting the

hand e, be sure t rema ns between

the trigger and the safety label.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the tube to an

upright position; retighten wing nut.

ATTACHING SHIELD _WARNING: The shield must be

properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown

objects to the operator and others and

is equipped with a line limiter blade

which cuts excess line to the proper

length. The line limiter blade (on under-

side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

For proper orientation of shield, see KNOWYOURTRIMMER illustration in OP-

ERATIONsection.

1. Remove wing nut from shield.

2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.

3. Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket.

4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Slot

Shield

Bracket

Wing

Line Limiter Blade

Nut

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