Instruction Manual
LAWN EDGER ATTACHMENT
Model No.
C944.511573
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
WARNING;
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
A
545001422 2/14/05
Instructions before first use of this product.
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario MSB 2B8
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Statement 2 Maintenance 9
Identification of Symbols 2 Service & Adjustments 10
Safety Rules 2 Storage 10
Assembly 6 Parts List Center Section
Operation 7 Parts and Ordering Back Cover
WARRANTY STATEMENT
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 Cenfre/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
IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
DANGER! This lawn edger
can be dangerous! Careless or
improper use can cause
serious or even fatal injury.
Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head protection.
SAFETY RULES
a 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.
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
Read and understand the
instruction manual before
using the lawn edger.
instructions and warnings on the unit
and in the manual. Never allow chil
dren to operate this unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
OPERATOR SAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF CUT keep
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADE
AND CUTTING AREA. Do not attempt
to clear away cut material or hold ma
terial to be cut when the blade is in
motion. Make sure powerhead is
stopped and spark plug wire is discon
nected (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 com
mon 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.
• 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 powerheads)
• 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 powerhead,
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away
from fueling site before starting powerhead 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 elec
trical 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 possi
bility of electrical shock. Do not use on
wet surfaces. 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
explosion and/or causing damage to
unit.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do
not use in unventiiated areas or
where dust or explosive vapors can
build up.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
the powerhead may have a polar
ized plug (one blade is wider than
the other); if so, it will require the use
of a polarized extension cord. The
appliance plug will fit into a polarized
extension cord only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the exten
sion cord, reverse the plug, if the
plug still does not fit, obtain a correct
polarized extension cord, A polar
ized 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 outlet, 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
• To reduce risk of electrical shock,
use extension cords specifically
marked as suitable for outdoor ap
pliances having electrical rating not
less than the rating of unit. Cord
must be marked with suffix “W-A” (in
Canada “W”). Make sure your exten
sion cord is in good condition. In
spect extension cord before use and
replace if damaged. Do not use a
damaged cord. Cord insulation must
be intact with no cracks or deteriora
tion. Plug connectors must be un
damaged. The extension cord used
to reach the power source must be
heavy enough to carry current from
the power source the full length of the
extension cord to the unit. An under
sized extension cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in ioss
of power and overheating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The iower the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
• Do not use multiple cords.
• Do not abuse cord. Never carry the
unit by the extension cord or yank
extension cord to disconnect unit. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use cord as a handle, close a
door on cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not ex
pose cords to heat, oil, or water.
• Keep the extension cord clear of op
erator and obstacles at all times. Tie
cord to cord retainer and connect to
recessed plug as shown in this
manual to prevent damage to unit
and/or extension cord and to reduce
the possibility of the extension cord
disconnecting from the unit during
operation,
• Do not attempt to repair unit. Inspect
the insulation and connectors on the
powerhead and extension cord before
each use. If there is any damage, do
not use until damage is repaired by
your authorized service dealer.
• Do not use the powerhead if the
switch does not turn the unit on and
off properly. Have the unit repaired
by your authorized service dealer.
• Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. If powerhead is networking as
it should, has been dropped, dam
aged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to your authorized
service dealer for repair.
• Avoid unintentional starting of the
unit. Never carry unit with your finger
on the switch. Be sure the switch is
in the OFF position and never touch
the switch when connecting exten
sion cord.
• Unplug the unit from the power
source when not in use, before servic
ing, and when changing accessories
and/or attachments.
• Avoid any body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences, or pipes, to avoid the possi
bility of electric shock.
• 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 may be used
for this measure of safety.
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
^WARNING: Disconnect power-
head spark plug {or disconnect powerhead from power source) before per
forming maintenance.
• Inspect entire unit before each use.
Replace damaged parts. Check for
fuel leaks. IVIake sure all 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
^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,
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach or stand on unstable sur
faces.
• Always keep the wheel in contact with
the ground.
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Safety
Glasses
Blades move
momentarily
after the f
trigger is /
released. /
p^Thrownft ^WARNING:
■ Objecte |M Blades can throw objects violently.
/Wk • You can be blinded or injured.
• Wear safety glasses and boots.
/7 ^ A WARNING:
. . \ Hazard zone for thrown objects
/1 ) ' Blades can throw objects violently,
iy—• Others can be blinded or injured.
\ (15 m) , Keep people and animals 50 feet
— —'' (15 m) away.
Allow blades to stop A VVAR N1N G'
before removing them ** . ‘ , ,u
from the cut У Blades move momentarily after the
■ У trigger is released,
У * blades can seriously cut you or
• Allow blades to stop before
1 removing them from the out.
^ A WARNING:
Instruction
Manual
• Keep all parts of your body away frotrs
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.
• 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.
• To reduce 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 and in good working order.
Safety Decals serious injury.
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.
Read Instruction Manual
• Follow all warnings and instructions.
• Failure to do so can result in
• 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, contact your Sears Service
Centre.
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
STANDARDS: This edger attachment is Listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories,
Inc., in accordance with UL Standard 1602, “Gasoiine-Engine-Powered, RigidCutting-Member Edgers and Edger Trimmers,” oniy when used with the following
models:
25cc Powerhead (with trimmer attachment)
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944.51556
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol
lowing list.
Model C944.511573
• Edger attachment
• Handlebar
• Handlebar mounting bracket for 1"
{2.5 cm) shaft
• Handlebar mounting bracket for 7/8"
{2.2 cm) shaft
• Bracket cover (2)
• Handlebar bracket screws (4)
• Attachment Hanger
• Hex Wrench
Examine parts for damage. Do not
use damaged parts.
NOTE; If you need assistance or find
parts missing or damaged, contact
your Sears Service Centre.
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 assembiy,
HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY
A DANGER: RISK OF CUT. To
avoid serious injury, the barrier portion
of the handlebar must be installed as
shown on the upper shaft of the pow
erhead to provide a barrier between
operator and the spinning biade. At
tach handlebar mounting bracket
above arrow on safety warning decal
on the upper shaft (powerhead end of
unit). Ensure handlebar is positioned
on mounting bracket at the end of the
arrow on the handlebar decal.
NOTE: Two mounting brackets are in
cluded with this attachment. Both brack
ets are provided to adapt this attach
ment for use with powerheads that have
either a 1" (2.5 cm) diameter or a 7/8"
(2.2 cm) diameter upper shaft. The cor
rect bracket must be used to ensure
that the handlebar is mounted securely
to the upper shaft before use.
Handlebar
Bracket Cover
Mounting' ej'
Bracket i
i
Place the mounting bracket over
the upper shaft above the arrow on
the safety label. Be sure to use the
correct mounting bracket for either
the 1" (2.5 cm) or 7/8" {2.2 cm) di
ameter upper shaft.
Position one of the bracket covers
under the upper shaft and align the
mounting bracket and the bracket
cover screw hoies. Insert two
screws into the screw holes.
Secure the mounting bracket by
tightening the screws with the hex
wrench.
4,
Locate the decal on the handlebar.
This decal includes an arrow. Posi
tion the handlebar with the mount
ing bracket at the end of the arrow.
5. Position the second bracket cover
over the handlebar. Align the
mounting bracket and the bracket
cover screw hoies. Again make
sure the handlebar is at the end of
the arrow.
6. Insert two screws and hand tighten
only. Be sure the handlebar is
installed correctly; then, tighten
each screw securely with the hex
wrench,
NOTE: Adjustments can be made by
loosening the bracket cover screws
and moving the mounting bracket or
handlebar up or down the shaft. Be
sure the handlebar is installed correct
ly; then, retighten each screw securely
with the hex wrench.
Screw
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR EDGER ATTACHMENT
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
EDGER ATTACHMENT, Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize
yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual
for future reference.
BLADE
The BLADE Is designed to cut sod.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB is
used to adjust the wheel for blade cut
ting depth.
Edger Blade
OPERATING THE COUPLER
Your powerhead is equipped with a
coupler which enables optional attach
ments to be installed. The optional
attachments are:
Cultivator
Blower
Pruner
Brushcutter*
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71-51158
71-51160
71-51161
71-51159
*not designed for use with electric
powerheads
^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 powerhead and attachment on a flat surface
for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the
knob counterclockwise.
Upper Shaft
Coupler
.OOSEN
TIGHTEN Knob
2. Press and hold the locking/release
button.
Locking/Release
Button
Coupler
Lower Attachment
Upper Shaft
While securely holding the upper
shaft, pull the attachment straight
out of the coupler.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
1. Remove the shaft cap from the at
tachment (if present) and discard.
2. Position locking/release button of
attachment into guide recess of up
per shaft coupler.
Coupler Primary Hole
" ■ Guide Recess
Upper Locking/ Attachment
Shaft Release
Button
3. Push the attachment into the cou
pler until the locking/release button
snaps into the primary hole.
4. Before using the unit, tighten the
knob securely by turning clockwise.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT
HANGER
An attachment hanger is provided for
storage when attachment is not in
use.
To install hanger on attachment:
1. Remove the shaft cap from the at
tachment (if present) and discard.
2. Press and hold the locking/release
button.
3. Push hanger onto the attachment
until the locking/release button
snaps into the hole.
OPERATING POSITION
^WARNING: Never attempt to
adjust the edger wheel when the unit
is in operation. Always stop the pow
erhead, wait until the blade stops turn
ing, and disconnect the spark plug (or
disconnect powerhead from power
source) before making adjustments.
EDGING
As you become familiar with use of
your edger attachment, you will be
able to determine your own operating
pace. Conditions such as depth of cut
and materia! being cut will regulate the
speed and time required for your edg
ing job.
• Allow the engine to warm up before
you begin edging.
• Increase the engine speed before
placing the blade in the cut. For best
results, run the engine at full throttle
while cutting.
• Always work going away from people
and solid objects such as walls, large
stones, trees, automobiles, etc.
• Be careful when edging near trees or
valuable plants. The high speed metal
blade may cut roots and cause dam
age to the plants.
• If the blade stalls, immediately move
the unit back slightly to allow the
blade to restart. If the blade continues
to stall, stop the engine, disconnect
the spark plug, and inspect for block
age or damage.
^WARNING: Keep the blade area
clean. Always release the throttle trig
ger, move the powerhead ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position, disconnect
the spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source), and make
sure the blade has completely
stopped turning before cleaning.
When operating unit, stand as shown
and check for the following:
• Wear eye protection and heavy
clothing.
• Keep right arm slightly bent with
right hand holding the trigger handle
of powerhead,
• Keep left arm extended with left
hand holding the handlebar.
• Keep unit below waist level.
• Adjust edger wheel for proper cut
depth.
SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH
^WARNING: Never attempt to
adjust the cut depth when the engine
is running. Always release the throttle
trigger, wait until the blade stops turn
ing, move the powerhead ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position, and discon
nect spark plug (or disconnect from
power source) before making adjust
ments.
Depth Adjustment
Knob '
1. Loosen the depth adjustment knob.
2. Slide the wheel to the desired posi
tion.
• Raising the wheel wil! increase
the cutting depth.
• Lowering the wheel will decrease
the cutting depth.
3. Tighten the depth adjustment knob
securely.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
^ WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire (or discon
nect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM
Check for loose fasteners and parts Before each use
Check for damaged or worn parts Before each use
Inspect and dean unit and decals After each use
Check or replace blade Every 5 hours of operation
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this attachment does
not cover items that have been sub
jected to operator abuse or negli
gence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain
the edger attachment as instructed in
this manual.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Blade nut
• Fasteners
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Centre for re
placement of damaged or worn parts,
• Blade Shield - Discontinue use of
edger if blade shield is damaged,
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
DECALS
• After each use, inspect complete
unit for loose or damaged parts.
Clean the unit and decals using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
BLADE MAINTENANCE
^WARNING: The blade will con
tinue to spin after the engine stops or
after the throttle trigger has been re
leased. To avoid serious injury, make
sure the blade has stopped coasting
and disconnect the spark plug (or dis
connect powerhead from power
source) before performing work on the
blade.
^WARNING: Always replace a
blade that is bent, warped, cracked,
broken, or damaged in any other way.
Never attempt to straighten and reuse
a damaged blade. Use only specified
replacement blade. Wear protective
gloves when handling or performing
maintenance on the blade to help
avoid injury.
• The blade is reversible. When the
cutting edge on one side becomes
worn, turn the blade over (see
BLADE REPLACEMENT in the SER
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section).
• Check blade for flatness periodically.
Lay the blade on a flat surface to in
spect for flatness. Throw away a
blade that is not flat.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
BLADE REPLACEMENT 3
^WARNING: The blade will con
tinue to spin after the engine stops or 4,
after the throttle trigger has been re
leased. To avoid serious injury, make
sure the blade has stopped coasting
and disconnect the spark plug (or dis
connect powerhead from power
source) before performing work on the
blade.
A WARNING: Wear protective
gloves when handling or performing
maintenance on the blade to avoid
injury. The blade is sharp and can cut 5.
you even when it is not moving. 6.
1. To remove the blade, align hole in
the dust cup with the hole in the 7.
side of the gearbox by rotating the
blade.
2. Insert a small screwdriver into 8aligned holes. This will keep the 9.
shaft from turning while loosening
the blade nut.
While holding the screwdriver in
position, remove blade nut by turn
ing clockwise.
Remove both washers, and the
blade from the blade shaft.
Blade shield
Washers
Blade nut
Install new blade onto blade shaft.
Reinstall both washers and blade
nut (counterclockwise).
Tighten blade nut firmly with a
wrench while holding screwdriver in
position.
Remove the screwdriver.
Turn blade by hand, if the blade
binds against the shield, or appears
to be uneven, the blade is not cen
tered, and you must reinstall.
STORAGE
a WARNING: Perform the follow
ing steps after each use:
• Allow attachment and gearbox to
cool before storing or transporting.
• Store attachment with blade shield
in place. Position attachment so that
any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury.
• Store the attachment in a dry, well
ventilated area out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare attachment for storage at end
of season or if it will not be used for 30
days or more.
If your edger attachment is to be
stored for a period of time:
Clean the entire attachment.
Inspect the blade shield area and
clean any dirt, grass, leaves, or de
bris that has collected. Inspect the
blade and blade shield; replace a
blade that is bent, warped, cracked,
broken or damaged in any other
way.
Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
Apply a coating of oil to the entire
surface of the blade; wrap it in heavy
paper or cloth.
Check entire attachment for loose
screws or nuts. Replace any dam
aged, worn or broken parts.
At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.
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