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ER'S
MANUAL

MODELNO.
257.796041

ADJUSTABLE HANDLE
WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER
nOUBLE

•CAUTION:

•

Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully

INSULATED

Assembly.

• '

• Operating
• Repair Parts

PROTECTED UNDER ONEOR MORE OF THE FOLLQW]NG

/"11|_

U.S. PATENTS: 4, 189, 833; 4, 269, 372; 4, 49{), 910. ".

__

,.!

Sold

FORM 88-601-00

by SEARS,

ROEBUCK

AND

CO., Chicago,

EL. 60684

U.S.A.

Rev. B 0687

IMPORTANT:

RULES

SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS

FOR SAFE OPERATION
17. The _[tomatic linecutteris extremelysharpand careshou_
be exercised when handling or operating the Trimmer to
avoid contact with the cutter.

CAUTION

Keep hands, feet and face clear of rotating line. Do not
operate without guard in place.
2. Always use Safety Goggles. Wear at all times when
trimming.
3. Dress properly. Always wear shoes. Do not operate
Tool while barefoot or when wearing sandals, canvas
or open toed shoes. Use of rubber gloves and safety
footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
Wear long pants to protect your legs.
4.
Keep Children away. Keep spectators at a safe
distance.
5. "WARNING: To reduce electric shock hazard use only
v_th ah eSdensioncord suit_ble:_r outdoor us_ A two_
W_.r_;_:0rd°witltouf_
a ground c0nnection may be used
st_'thetoo!
isdouble insulated. CC_I should be 16
g_ge_
=hea.vterto reduce 0veYt_eatingand loss of
power. Extension cord should not exceed 100feeL U.L
listed extensiorl cords are available from your nearest
Sears s_or_
•
•To prevent dlsc0ncection of powe r supply cord from
the extension cord during operation, see instructions
with Figure 4.
7. Avoid Dangerous Environment -- Do not use unit in
damp or w_ areas, or in the vicinity of flammable fumes,
8. Don't force this tool. It will work better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed_ if motor slows down
too much, pull away and allow unit to obtain full speed.
9-

10.
11.
12-

13.
14.
15.

Do not use toot for any job excp.40tthat for which it is
intended.
Do not immerse tool in water or ope_te in rain.
Don't overreach -- Keep proper footing and balance st
all times.
Don't al_Use cOrd _ never cart7 appliance by cord or
yank cord from receptacl_ Keepcord away from heat,
oll and. sharp edges. Replabe =damaged cord
immediately.
Never carry plugged in appliance with ringer On switch.
OL_connecttoolfrom the power suppl_whennot in use and
when making at_y repairs or inspections.
Maintain Tdmmer with care and follow instructions for
replacing or rewinding spool.
"
Store idle Tdmmer indoors. When not in use, Tdmmer
should be stored indoors in dry place out of (each ot
shffdran.

tS.

Keep air ve_dS clear of debris.

DOUBLE INSULATION
Double Insulation is a concept in safety, replacing the star_
dard grounded supply system, in electric power tools. The
construction of a double insulated tool affords comparable
protection to a properly grounded tool without the necessity
for using a grounded conductor. The double insulation
system eliminates the need for the usual three wire
grounded power cord and grounded supply system.
Wherever there is electric current in the tool there are two
comp!ete sets of insulation to protect the user. All exposed
metal:pads
are isolated from the internal metal motor
components with protecting insulation. The lead wires,
swit¢ii, etc. with their functional insulation have the added
protection of non-conductlve sleeving or housings to
complete the double insulation system.
SERVICING
OF A TOOL
WITH
DOUBLE
INSULATION
REQUIRES EXTREME
CARE AND KNOWLEDGE
OF THE
SYSTEM
AND SHOULD-BE
PERFORMED
ONLY BY A
QUALIFIED
SERVICE
TECHNICIAN.
FOR SERVICE
WE
SUGGEST YOU RETURN THE TOOL TO YOUR NEAREST
AUTHORIZED
DEALER
FOR REPAIR WHICH
WILL BE
DONE WITH ORIGINAL
FACTORY REPLACEMENT
PARTS.

BOX CONTENTS
Thisboxshouldcontact:
I 257.796041

_

and.Grass Trlmmer

1 ea. _,2-15 RearGu_d & BladeAssy.
I LoosePartsKit ¢ori_ining:
1 ea. 683405 AssistI.ta_l_e
Iea. 683305 Handle Khob
I e_L6832-05PivotYoke
" I ea. 218_Bolt
2 ea. 7191-05H_Jndle
Insert
Iea+ 454526Washer
2 each.1745-2Screws
2 ea. 2359-1Stop Nuts
2 e_. 1847-_S_rews
1 e_ 6772-_3 Front.Gu;_=
tea. 1_-601-00 Owner's'Mantr_t

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

HANGER

Remove TRIM M ER from carton and examine it thoroughly to
make sure it is not damaged.
Remove and disc_u'd protective plastic clips inserted in
handle tubes before assembly of 1drainer.
TOOLS

NEEDED

Medium
-

FOR ASSEMBLY

Phillips

Adjustable

.

screwdriver

OLrTF_ "I3JBE_

wrench or pliers

ATTACHING THE ASSIST HANDLE AND TUBES
YOUR WEEDWACKER
COMES EQUIPPED WITH A
PIVOTING ASSIST HANDLE. THIS FEATURE ALLOWS YOU
ADDITIONAL FLEXIBILITY AND COMFORT FOR THE
ANGLE OR CUTTING POSITION YOU MIGHT REQUIRE.

1. The wire andcablethat is exposedbetweenthe tube sections
will pass throughthe alot in the bottom of the yoke.
2.-Slide the ]_o_eonto the upper tube (F'lg. t)..
3. Locate the assisthandle on the yoke (Fig. 1) and replace all
parts as shown in F_gum1_
4, Slide outer tubealeeve uplowertube a,'_dover uppertube until
the assembly,ho_es are aligned. BE CAREFUL NOT TO
PINCH, CUT OR TWIST CABLE AND HARNESS DURING
ASSEMBLY.

FIG.1

5. InSert
screwsinto the holesand attach Iocknuts
(Fig. 2). Actuate leverto ensurefree movement of cable before tightening
,screws (see.inst_ctionsunder =ADJUSTABLE HANDLE_ -: PAGE 4).
6. Adjust positionof handleto conformtOheightand arm length
of user. Handle may be adjusted forward or backward as
desired, Assisthandle may be rotated or moved up or down
by looseningthe knob,

ATTACHING

TIlE

_toe

GUARD

TURN TRIMMER UPSIDE DOWN. SLIDE REAR GUARD
SECTION AND FRONT GUARD SECTION INTO GROOVES
ON TRIMMER HOUSING (FIG. 3).

FIG. 2

INSERT 2 SCREWS SUPPLIED AND TIGHTEN FIRMLY.
DO NOT OPERATE TRIMMER WqTHOUT GUARD IN PLACE.
CAUTION: THE CUTTING BLADE MOUNTED IN THE ",
GUARD ASSEMBLY IS EXTREMELY SHARP AND CARE
SHOULD
BE EXERCISED
WHEN
HANDLING
OR
OPERATING TRIMMER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH
CUTTER.

FIG. 3

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE OPERATING
Before

using your

WEEDWACKER,

Rules for Power TooLs.

HOW TO ACTUATE
read

and under.and

the Safety

•
•

Always wear SAFETY GOGGLES.
Cut to your LEFT _id_.

•

Keep people away from you.

•

Inspect the areas you are going to trim for wires, co_d and any
string-like matter to prevent them from getting tangled in the
cuttm 9 head_

1.
2.

Plug in power ccrd.
Start motor

3.

Tap the hub lightly on the tud. Cuttfng line will advance
automalicalty while motor iS running.
Repeat step number 3 to advance additional cuttL-"_3line_ The
cutting line w_l be trimmed automatically by the b_de line cutter-while motor is running, so d0n't _p out_ u_y
tong
cul_ng line lenglbS.

4.

GENERAL
APPL{ANCE
CORD

EXTENSION
CORD

SELF FEEDING CUT'RNG UNE

TRIMMING

For most trimmingthe unitis"13LTEDTOTHE LEFTat appmxSmate_
30 degrees (as shown belew).

/

FIG. 5

FIG.4

TIE CORD AS SHOWN

RETAINING EXTENSION CORD
To prevent extension cord from disconnecting
from
appliance cord, tie cords as shown in Figure 4. Devices for
retaining extension cords are also available from your
oearest Sears store.
MOWING

HOW TO OPERATE
1. HOLD UNIT IN A COMFORTABLE UPRIGHT POSITION
AND DEPRESSTRIGGER SWITCH.
2. Best resultsare accomplished with properlength line and
maintaining full speed. Cut only with the tip of the nylon

Simplypass your WEEDWAOKER over the ares you wish to cut,
keepingthe cuing head parallel to the ground.DO NOT use the
usual 30 degree cutting angle when mowing as in fig. 5.
ADJUSTABLE

HANDLE

line.

WHEN

1.

2.

OPERATING

The WEEDWACF,F_Rwig stir up dust particleswhich may get
into your eyes. Wear safety"goggles to prevent this.When you
cut to the LEFT SIDE, yourWEEJDWACKERwill slingparticles
FORWARD, awayfrom you:When youcut to the RIGHT SIDE,
it wllislingparticlesBACK toward you. ALWAYSCUT TO THE
LEFT SIDE ONLY_
Your WEE])WACKER can Sting objectsw_l adequate velocity
to cause harm to others. It w_llALWAYS sling smallpa_cfes
of dirt. KEEP PEOPLE AWAY FROM YOU when using your
trimmer just to be safe.

LINE IS TRIMMED

Your TRIMMER incorporates a new adjustable handle
feature which makes tdmming and edging in "hard to get at
areas" much easier. The adjust mechanism is located on top
of the handle grip {FIG.6). Make sure head is on the ground
when adjusting.
1. Grasp the lever with thumb and forefinger and pull
back gently. This will d_sengage the locking pin in the
motor housing, and the handle tube will pivot freely.
2. Select desired position and release the lever. Tube will
lock into place automatically.

AUTOMATICALLY

Your new WEEDWACKER is equipped with a fully automaticline
cutter. Aftera new sectionof line is fed out, a blade mountedin the
guard will cut the line to itsproper length automatic_dly.

ADJUSTMENT
LEVER

Thisfeature keepsthe Ifnetrimmed to asafe and most effident cutt_g length. Alwaysmake sure this cutter is workingefficientlyto
achieve the be_ result.€.
I CAUTION: THE CUTTING BLADE MOUNTED IN THE_
JGUARD ASSEMBLY IS EXTREMELY SHARP AND CARE |
ISHOULD
BE EXERCISED
WHEN
HANDLING
OR I
IOPERATING
TRIMMER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH |

.[CUTTER.

j

FIG.6

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont'd)

FIG. 7

POWER MISER
Your WEEDWACKER comes equipped with a power miser
switch located on the front of the handle. This feature
increases the power of your WEEDWACKER and is intended
for use when additional power is needed.
TO REPAIR BROKEN CUTTING UNE
1.

Stop the motor an unplugpower cord.

2.

Visible cutting line can be retrieved with neecltenosed pliers.

3.

Hub shouldbe depressedand releasedwhitekeepingtension
on the cutting line. One inchof cuttingline sl_ouldfeed each
th,ne the hub isdepressed.
If cutting line cannot be retrieved, follow instructionsunder
SPOOL REPLACEMENT.

4.

SPOOL REPLACEMENT
1.

3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

• 8.

9,

............
Stop motor and unplugPoWercord.
Restrainrear plate,pushin|oc_ button(locatedonhub),andtwist
hubcounter-clockwiseuntillockingtabsdisengage.Removehub.
Removespool from assemblyand removespring from spool.
Rewindspeol inacco_dancewiththefnstructionsincludedheroin
(fig.8) or replace spool as appropriate.
BeforereinstaUingspoolbesure appreximatsly3 inchesof line
exits spoolbetween the twofoam pads as shown in fig. 7.
Install spring on 'q'OP SIDE_'of spool Seefig-7.
Insertlinethru eyeletin hub assemblyand seat springendonto
center post inside hubassembly.
NOTE:Make sum line doescot getL,appedunderspool,between
the spooland hub assembly.
S!_despoolandhubassemb_yonto
motorshaft Manipulateperts
slightly to obtain properalignment.Align lockingtabs on hub
assemb_ with slots in rearplate and insert tabsinto slotsuntil
partsbottorrLRotate hubassemblyctoGkwisewhilerestraJning
the rear plate until all fourlocking tabs are properlyengaged.
Removedebris from undersideofyourWEF_DWAGKEFL

IF LINE DOES NOT FEEl)
1.
2.
3,
• "4.
5.
6.

Follow instructions'l-3 under "Spool Replacement?'
Check to make sum line is wound in direction indicated
on Spool,
Separate strands of tangled line or install new line if.
necessary.
Inspect foam pad for tears of damage, replace ff necessary.
Check spring for damage agd proper installation.
Follow instructions 5 thru 11 under "Spool Replacement."

REWINDING

SPOOL

When rewinding be sure to wind the line in the direction of arrow
indicated on spool (F_g. 8}.Plastic is a memory material and the line
should be recoiled form the original co_ to the spoOlin a way so the
bu_t-in memory tends to keep the coils t_ghtto the spool tf you recoil
in the opposite direction the coils would be Ioose and tend to come
unwound. To secure ]Jneto spoo!o place tape over approx. 11/=* of
line, then secure tape to spool. Line must be we[rod side by _de

avowing crossoveror cr_._'ossing to insureproperlineadvancing.
DO not wind more than a Iota| of 40 feetof line ontospool.

FIG. 8

RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS
AND ACCESSORIES

•

Your SEARS WEEDWACKER uses sPECIALLY TREATED .080
DIAMETER MONORLAMENT NYLON cutting_ whichis available
at SEARS STORES ANB CATAt_0G S_S.
You may purchase
a fullywoundspool(Part No. 85745)or youmay purchasea peckage
of two50 footcoils(Part No. 85773) or a_rge bulkspoolof lineand
rewind your present sped.
CAUTION: The use of heavier line, diff';renttypes of line and aocessoriesor attachmentsother than recommendedmay be hazardous or cause unit failur_

THE OPERATION OF ANY TRIMMER CAN RESULT tN FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN
INTO THE EYES, WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE EYE DAMAGE. ALWAYSWEAR SAFETY
GLASSES OR E_E SHIELDS BEFORE COMMENCING POWER TOOL OPERATION. WE
RECOMMEND WIDE VISION SAFETY MASK FOR OVER SPECTACLES OR STANDARD
SAFETY GLASSES AVAILABLE AT SEARS RETAIL OR CATALOG STORES.

MODEL

NO. 257.796041
EXPLODED

6I

32

62

Vt_W '

r"

25
26"

24

22

23

12

MODEL

NO. 257.796041
PARTS LIST

DOUBLE

REF.
NO.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6,
7.
8,
9.
tO.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
l&
19_
20.
21.
22.
23,
24=
25.
26.
27.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34,
35.
36.
37.
38.
39.
40,
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.

"-4&
50.
'51.
52.
53.
MOTOR
55.

PART
NO.
2345-2
3326
6781
6780*04
3272-3
6767.65
6962
7B81
6828
6777-05
7875
716_2-28
REF_
2250-20
6779-04
6791
6799
6844-1
6845ol
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4872-3-28
2224
1937
677245
6852-25
683205
6963
2359-!
8029
17452
6833-05
6834,05
2!81
6843-1
6858
6827.1
2701
5899
4871-15
22014643
2467-3
1586-2
4868-15
1574-1
157.6
4864.15
18474
337_
2287
207t_1
2288
2270-1
747-2
2251-20
2467
2389-3
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57.
*2278
59.
m

INSULATED--WHEN

*_-_o
*2277
7191=0_
454526
7182
88-601_0

SERVICING

USE ONLY IDENTICAL

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

Power Co_d
Switch, Power
Switch. Slide

1
1
1

Trigger
Pin, Hinge
Handle P_H./L.H.
Tube, Upper
Harness ASSy (comPJete)
Tube, Lower
Pivot, R.bLI LH.
P.C. Bridge Assy
Housing _H./LH.
Auto Head Assy
Motor ASsy
Sleeve
Pin, Sleeve
S_ring, Sleeve
_?,be_. Housing Top
Label Housing Front
....
Baffle, Air
SCrew, 10.16 x I Thd Form
Screw 8-18 1 t x 112 "Phd Form
Guard, Front .
Guard _nd Blade A_'y
Yoke Pivot
Tube, Outer
Nut, Stop
Label Warning ,Nameplate
Screw, 10.24 x 1-114 Math.
Knob, HandTe
Assist Handle
Bolt II4.20 x 4 Hex
L_bel,Upper Handle
Cabin and Lever Assy
Lab_], Lower H_dle
Hanger
Drive Adapter
Rear Plate
Was hat"

1
1
1 (set)
t
1
1
1 (Set)
1
I (set)
1
1
1
1 •
I
1
1.
1
6
8
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Retaining Ring
Foam Pad
Spool & Line (85745) {Incl. item 4IJ
Spring, Compression
Eyelet
Hub Assy (incl. Item 44, 47)
SCrew 10-16xV_ Tbd Fon'n
Sh_d
Screw. 10-32 x 3-118 Thd Form
Endbell Assy (Drive)
Washer
Field Assy
Retairdng Ring
Armature Ass)'
Ret_nin g Ring
Load Washer
Endb_l Assy (Brush).
InSulator
8rush
8rUsh Spring
Brueh Holder
Handle Insert
Washer
Sleevir,_j, Cable
Owner's MamJal

, .

k

1
2
1
1
1
1.
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
2

REPLACEMENT

PARTS

r

6O
57

$9

_'_

@,°
"54

14-<
_----- s2

_-----so

"" _49

"Part No. 4504 Brush Assembly K_t
IncludesReL No. 58, 59, 60.

OWNER
MANUAL

How to Order Repair Pa_ r
The Model Number_qll be foundon a p_ateattached to yourWeadwacker
handle tube. Alwaysmention/he ModelNumber"
when requesting_rvJce
or repair parts for your Craftsman Wesdwacker.

All partsl_ted herein may be orderedfrom any SEARS, ROEBUCKAND
CO. retail or catalog store.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS,ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION.
1. PART NUMBER
2. PART DESCRIPTION
3_ MODEL NUMBER .L. 257.796041
4. NAME OF ITEM _ WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER

USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT

PARTS.

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be elecIronically transmitted to a Seam Repair Parts Distribution Center for
expedited handling.

MODEL NO.
257.796041

Sears
SERVICE
is at
YOUR SERWCE.

Sold
FORM 88-601_O

by SEARS,

"Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider that Sears has
service units staffed with Sears trained technicans.. ,professional technicians specifically trained on Sears products, having the parts, tools and equip
merit to insure that we meet our pledge to you...we
service what we sell;'

ROEBUCK

AND

CO., Chicago,

IL 60684

U.S.A.

P0687 Printed _n U.S./L



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