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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

Operator'g _

Manual

Model No.

257.798051

Read the Operator's Manual and

FoIlow All Warnings and Safety

Instructions. Failure To Do So

Can Result in Serious Ix_t_y.

Always Wear Eye Protection.

8E_/_8/C RRFT$iviRNo

ELECTRIC TRIMMER

DOYLE INSUI_TED

•Maintenance

•RepairParts

• Assembly

•Operation

Sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL60684 USA _

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530400888-2-03/28/93

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©1993, Sears,Roebuckand Co .

ONE YEAR LIMITED WAP_LA_NTY ON UB.AFTSMAN WI_EDWACKER®

_or One Year from date of purchase, when this Elect_e Line Trimmer is machined and used accordLng to _he operating and

maintenance ins_actions in the operator's n_auuat, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

This warranty excludes nylon line or any other part_ which are expendable parts and become worn during norm_t use.

If th_ Electric Line Trimmer is used for commor_al or rentalpurposes, _ wsrranty does not apply.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE UNIT TO THE _ SEARS SERVICE CENTEPJDEPARTM_NT iN

THE UNITED STATE_ This warrant y applies o_ly while this product is in use in the United S'_ates_

Thiswarr_utyg_vesyou sl_Cificlegalrights,and you m_y alsohsve other_ghts which varyfrom state_ostats.

SEAR_ ROEBUCK AND CO. DEP_D/817WA HOFFMANESTATES, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 3

KNOW YOUR UNIT ..................-.......5

ASSEMBLY .................................. 6

A. Shield &Tube Attachment ............... 6

B. Assist Handle Attachment ................ 6

C. Motorfl_igger Housing Assembly ......... 6

D. Pre-OperationChecks...................7

E. ExtenslonCord Attachment ..............7

EOperatingPosition.......................7

USING YOUR UNIT

A. LineTrimmer Safety.....................8

B. Trimmer LineAdvance ...................8

C.CuttingMethods ........................9

D. LineReplacement .......................10

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

A. Maintenance Safety ...................... 11

B. Trouble Shooting Chart .................. 11

ACCESSORIES ............................. 11

PARTS AND SERVICE ............... Bvzk Cover

SPECIFICATIONS

Cord

Retainer

Assist Handle

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MODEL: 257.798051

MOTOR: 7/8PIP

VOLTAGE: 120 Volts AC

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AMPS: 6.0

CUTTING PATH: 17_

CUTTING LINE: .080" Dia. Laser Line®

LINEFEED: • •Automatic •

WEIGHT; .... t . 9pounds

Sh_d

TrimmerHea_

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WAF ' , GS AriD SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(See AdditionalSafety InstructionsthroughoutthisManual)

WARNING -THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGERO US! This unit a__ cause serious in_

jury or blindnessto the operator and others. When using electric power tools, basic safety precau_ior_ faust be foHowexl

toreducetherisko£injury,fire,and electricshock.Failuretofollowallinstructionscan resultinblindnessorother

seriousinju_.The operatorisresponsibleforfollowingthewarningsand instructionsinthismanual and ontheunit.

Read the entire Operator's Manual before assembling and usingthis unit! Restrict the use of this unit to

persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.

Q@@ ADANGER

NEVER USE BLADES WITH

THIS UNIT.

-THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR LINE

TRIMMER USE ONLY

- ABLADE CAN COME OFFAND

SERIOUSLY'HURT YOU AND OTHERS.

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2y AWARNING

_Thrown TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW

*- YOU CAN BE BLINDED OR

INJLrREDo

Eye ts - WEAR EYE AND LEG PROTECTION.

Protection

v:

60 Foot

Hazard Zone

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Operator's

Manual-

Safety

•Labels

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HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN

OBJECTS

- _LmZ CANTHROW

OBJECTSviO_

-OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED OR

INJURED,

- KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS

30 FEET AWA_£

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READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL.

- FOLLOWALL WARNINGS AND

INSTRUCTIONS.

- F_ TO DO SO CAN RESULT

IN SERIOUS INJUR_

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WARN GS AND SAFETY

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1.

INSTRUCTIONS ....(Continued)

OPERATOR SAFET_Y _UNIT SAFETY

DRESS PROPERLY--Always wear eye protec- 1. Inspect entire unit before each use. Replace dam-

tion. Always wear heavy, long pants, beets, and aged parts. Make sure all fasteners arein place and

gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, short securely fastened.

pants, jewelry,, ':loose d0thimg; or clothing with 2. Replace trimmer bead parts that are cracked,

loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they can chipped, or damaged before using the unit.

be caught inmovingpar_. Secure hair so it is above 3. Use only .080" diameter SEARS Laser Line. Never

shoulder length_ Being fully covered will help pro- use wire, rope, string etc.

tect you hum pieces of toxic plants such a_ poison 4. Instal! the shield properly before using the unit.

ivy_rownby_z_mmerlinewhichcouldbemoreefa 5. Use onty the specified trimmer head. Make sure

the trimmer head is properlyin_a]lad end securety

fastened. Refer to '_ssembly/'

6. Use only genuine SEARS accessories as recom-

mended for this unit.

ACUTTING SAFETY

I. Inspec£ the areato be cut before each use. Remove

objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)

which can be thrown or become entangled in the

trimmer head.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY--Keep others includ-

ing children, animals, bystanders and helpers out-

side the 60 foot Hazard Zone. Do not permit chil-

dren to contac_ extension corder trlmmen Stop the

malt fmmedmtely if you are approached.

3. Avoid aeeidental start2ng. Be sure the switch is in

the "OFF _ position and keep your hand and fingers

away from the switch while connecting the unit to

an extension cord or when carrying a umt con-

nected to apower source.

4. Stop the unit end disconnect the power source

when not in use.

5. DO NOT OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTA-

BLE SUPPORT--Keep firm footing and balance.

6. Keep the trimmer head below waist level.

7. Do not raise unit above your waist. The trimmer

head can come dangerously dose toyourbody.

8. Keep all parts of your body away from trimmer

head when unitisnuming.

9- USE UNIT PROPERLY'_-U_e only for jobsex-

plalnedinthismanual Do notforce theunit.

AMA/NTENANCE SAFETY

1. Maintain the unit according to recommended pro-

sedures.Keep cuttinglineatthe proper tangt_

2. Have all internal service performed by SEARS qu-

alified service personnel to avoid creal_g a hazard

and/orvoidingyourwarranty

3. DISCONNECT UNIT FROM POWER SOURCE

when notinuseorbeforeperformlngmaintenance_

4. Never douseor squirttheunitwithwateror any

other liquid. Clean with a damp spo_ee. See

"Maintenance-- Storage/'

5. Keep the air vents clean andfreeofdebris to avoid

overheating the motes Clean after each use_ See

"Specifications" for locations.

6. Use only genuine SEARS raplaeemen_ par_ as rec-

ommende_

ATRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

1. Hand carry the unit with the motor stopped.

2. Allow the unit to coot and secure the unit before

storing or transporting in avehicle:

•3. Store the unit so the line l_miter cannot acciden-

tally cause injur_.

4. STORE UNIT INDOORS, unplugged, in a high,

dry place out of the reachofchildren.

lf sltua_ns occur w_h are nat eo __ed in.this manual, use care and #oad __.

Contwmt your _ _rvwe _.enter/Dep_rtmer_ if yo= _assi$_

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

hazard than _ouching the plant itself.

2. STAY ALERT--Watch_vhat you are doing. Do

not operate this unit when you are tired, il!, or un-

der the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

3. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE

UNIT--Never carry the unit with your finger on

the switch. Be sure the switch is in the off position

before connecting the extension cord.

4. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read,

understand,and follow thewarningsand instruc-

tionsin this manual and on the unit.

AELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. Use only a120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on the

name plate of the unit

2. Avoid dangerous sit_ations. Donotuseinthepres-

onceofflammableliquidsorgasestoavoid creating

afireorexplosionand/orcausingdamage tounit

3. WARNING--T0 REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRICAL SHOCK--Do not use in damp or

wet locatmns or around swimming poah, hOttubs,

etc. Do not expose to anew, rain, or water to avoid

thepossibilityof electrica! shock.

4. WARNING--Use extension cords specificelly

marked as suitable foroutdoorappliances having

electricalratingnotlessthantheratingoftheunit.

An underrated extension cord will cause adrop in

•llne votf_ge resul_ingin loss ofpower and overheat-

ing. if.in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The

Smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

(NOTE: Figure2shows thecorrectsizetobeused

dependingon thecordlength).Do notusea dam-

agedextensioncord.

5. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR UN_T--In-

spect the insulation and conne_ore on the unit and

extension cord before each use. If there is any dam-

age, do not use until damage is repaired by SEARS

qualifiedserviceperoonneL

6. Never carry the unit by the e_ension cord or yank

the extension cord to dieconne_ the uni t.

.7. To reduce the possibility of the extension cord dis-

connscting from the unit during opera_ion, slip the

extension cord behind the Tab on the Cord Retain-

er as shown in Figure 3. Plug the extension cord

into the recessed plug on the handle of the unit

Figure 3. •

8. Do not use the unit ffswitch does not turn the unit

on and off properly. Repairs to the switch must be

made by SEA-_ qualifi_d service personnel.

9. Keep theextensioncord_learofoperatorand ob-

staclesat alltimes. Do not exp0se cards _ heat, oil,

water, or sharp edges.

10.Avoid any body contact with any grounded conduc-

to_ such a metal pipes or wirefences, to avoid the

possibility of electric shock.

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KNOW YOUR UN!T

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A. INTRODUCTION

Your Trimmer is aversatile pr_luct designed to

help you achieve afinished lawn appearance.

SpeciaI Features Include:

7/8 _Permanent Magnet Motor

A stable

•Semi-Automatic CuttmgHead

•17" Cutting Path

B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

!. A_er removing the contents from the certon_

check parts against the Carton Contents list.

2. Exaudne the parts for damage_ Do not use

_ed p_.ts.

3. Notify your SEARS Service Ce_terfDepart-

meat immediately ifa part ix missing or dam-

aged.

C. CARTON CONTENTS

KEY

NO. DESCRIPTION QTY P/N

I. Motor/Trigger HousingAssy. i 534903901

2. Sp_dle_ Sh_As_. t 53490410_

---- upemtor s Manual (not shown) 1 53040

O888

Loose Par_s Bag Contentm

3, Assist Handle 1

4. Knob - Assist Handle 1

5. Bolt - Assist Handle 1

6, Washer - Assist Handle 1

7, shield i

8. Screw - Shield 4

9, Tube 1

534914801

534903000

534352400

534828701

534905501

534790301

534904001

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D. DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION

•_ unit is Double/nsulated to help protect

against electric shock. Double insulation con-

struction consi_ of two separate _.ayers _ of e]ec_-

cal insu]_om

Took built with this insulation system are not in-

tendedto _grounded.As are_flt, _e extension cord

used withyour unit can be pluggedinto any standard

120 volt electrkel outlet.

Safetypreeaufio_y, must be observed when OIP

crating any e'rle_'i'ca!. _tooL The double insulation

_sys_.. o_yp .r_des added pro t_tion against "__ury

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&WARNING

All electrical :repah-s to this" unit, including

_a_dUsing,switeh, motor, ere., must be diagnosed

repai.t.edby qual_edservtce personneL Re-

placement parts for a double inmflated

appliance must be identical to theparts theyr_

P! _a_e- A double insulated appliance is _ed

with' the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or

"DOUBLE/NSULA_;" The _nd_ol (square

wltt_ a W) [_1 may also be max-ked on tlle

appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by

double iusulattou const_etion to become inef.

fecttve ami result in sm4ous injur_, i

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ASSEMBLY

If unit is received assembled, repeat all steps in this section to be sure assembly is correct and is ad-

justed for the operator.

This Operator's Manualis designed to help you assemble the tool and to provide its safe operation. It is important

that you read the entire manual to :become familiar with the toolbefore you begin assembly.

The only tool needed for assembly is a Phillips screwdriver.

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A.TUBE & SHIELD ATTACHMENT

AWARNING

The shield must be properly instaHe& The

shield reduces the risk of _from thrown ob-

jects. Failure to install the shi.'eIdin the position

shown in Figt_rc 1 canresult mi_ury to the op-

erator or others. Carefully follow assem]_y in-

structions when attaching shield to unit. The

operator should always wear e_e protection.

1. Remove the scTewa from the plestic bag.

2. Remove the top screw andnutin the sphidle hous-

ing and loosen the second screw. Figure 1.

3. Insert the flex sha_ through either end of the

tube. Figure 1.

4. Position the crease in the end ofthe tube as shown

in Figure 1. Slide the tube into the spindle hous-

ing until the erease is aligned with the top screw

hole in the spindle housing.

The dimple in the tube (Figure 1 ) will no

longer he visible if t_be is fully inserted.

5. Instal! the top screw and nut (removed in step 2.).

Tighten both upper screws securel_

The shietd is equipped with a line

limiter (on the underside of the Shield) which

_uts line to the proper length, The llne llmiter

is sharp and can cut you.

6. Place the shield over the flex sha_ then over the

spindle housing. Figure 1. Slide the shield into

position Figure I.

7. Align the hdes on the shield with the holes in the

spindle heusing.

8. Thread the screws into the spindle housing. Fig.

ure 1. Tighten screws securbly.

B.ASSIST HANDLE ATTACHMENT

1. Slide the assist handle onto the tube (approxi-

mately helfway down the tube). Figure I.

2. Insert the heir through the bolt hole in the assist

handle. Figare 1.

3. Placethewasheronthebolt, thenthreadthekneb

onto the bolt, Figur e 1. Tighte_ the knob just

enough to hold the parts together.

C. MOTO_GGER HOUSING

• ASSEMBLY

I. Loosen knob and front screw on the trigger hous-

ing. Figure 1.

2. Remove the front screw and nut in the motor

housing and loosen the second screw, Figure I.

3. Insert the tube throughthe triggerhousinga_

ser_bly; _ 1. Then slide tKe tube into the

The _e_ headmighth_vetobe rot,_l

• slightly to allow the tube to sIide completely into

the motor housing. '•

4. Align the crease in the tube with the front screw

hole in the motor housing. Figure 1,

5, Install the front screw and nut in the motor housu

ing. Tighten both front screws securely.

6, Adjust the trigger housing and assist handle for

balance and comfort, Securely tighten the knobs

and screws.Figure I.

i cAUT!ON:I To reduce the risk of eleetrieal

shock, do not twist the cord around the tube.

Remove the protective c_vering from the line

limiter before operatingyour trimmer.

TriggerHousing

Front Screw

Tube Crease _I Front Screw

Assist

_dle Flex

S_aft

_andle Screw

Tube Crease _ _ Knob

Nut "_'_"_" Nut

x_ DimpIe

Spindle

Second Screw

D. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

IA.J

.Reflew all Warnings and Safety Instructions in[

this manual. ]

1. Before operating your tool, always:

Inspect the entire tool before each use. Re-

placedamaged parts.Make sureallfastenersare

in place and securely fastened.

b. Replace trimmer head parts that are

cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in

any other way before using the tool.

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E.EXTENSION CORD ATTACHMENT

1. Use only a 120 A.C. voltage supply as shown

on tte nmneplate of the unit.

2. The extension cord used to reach the power

source must be:

a. Specifically marked as suitable for out-

dooruse. The _rd wa_t be marJ_ed with the sv_f-

b. Heavy enough to carry the current from

the power source the full length of the ex-

tension cord to the unit. Otherwise, 10ss of

power _andoverheating can occur causing dam-

age to the unit. Refer to Figure 2 for minimum

r_threcommendations. The cord m_t be

theproper wi_. _e. (Approprl-

ate extensivncordssreavailable.)

c. In good condition, Cord insulationmust be

intactwithno cracksordeterioration.Plugcon-

nectorsmust beundmusged_

3. Secure extension cord to unit as follow_

a. Loop the cord through the cord retainer as

shownlnF_tre3. Remove slack.

b. Insert the cord socket into the recessed plug on

the trimmer. FigUre3.

wire, rope, string, etc.

d, Use only with the Shield properly attache&

e. Use only the specified trimmer head parts.

M akp sure all trimmer head parts are prop-

erly installed and securely fastened. Refer to

"Using Your Unit;"

£ Use only genuine SEARS accessories or at-

taclnnents recommended for this tool.

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WIRE GAUGE

RECO_ATIONS

ii

VOLTS 25 FT. _0 FT. i00F_ 150 FE

120 18 16 14 12

A.W.G.* A.W.G.* A.W.G,* A.W.G.*

"__ Figure 2

Plug

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E OPERATING POSITION

1. Before operating the unit, stand as shown in

lr_ure4 ard checkfor the tonowin_

s. Leftarm fullyextended_hand holdingAssist

b. Rightarm sllghtlybent, handholding handle.

c, Unit helow waist level.

d_ Weight of unit evenly distr_uted between

arms.

e. Without o_rator bendingover,the Trhnmer

Head is near and parallel to the ground and

easily conta,L_ the matexiaI to he cut.

2. Adjust the Assist Handle to acomf0rtable posi-

tion°

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POSITION

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Cord

Retalne_

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Protection

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Hazard Zone

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__ Use Only

Gen.lne SEARS

Replacement Parts

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A. LINE TRIMMER SAFETY

I. OPERATOR SAFETY

-a Always wear eye protection..Alway_ wear

heavy, iongpants, boots, and gloves. Do not go

barefoot or wear sa,udals, eho_ Lmnt_,jewelry,

loose clothing,or clothingwith looselyhang.

ing strapS, ties, tassels, etc., that can be caught

in moving _, Securehairso itis above

shoulder len_ .Being l_l]]y covexed Will help

lzmtect you from pieces of toxic plants such as

poi_n.ivy:thrownby thetrimmer linewhich_

_ouldbe more 0fa hazard than touching the

plant itselE

b. D0 not 0perate th_ unlt whenyou are tired, ill,

or under the hlfiuenee of alcohol, drugs, or

medicatiov_

2. UNIT SAFETY

,&Inspect the entire unit before each use. Re-

place damagedpar_. Mwke sure all fasteners

are in place and securely f_tened.

b. Useonly.080" di_ LasorLine. Neveruse wire,

rope, string, etc.. Wn_.can break off and be-

come a &mger0us m/earle.

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WARNING-THROWS OBJECTS

The rapidly moving line causes objects to be

th_own'_olently. The shield wilt not provide

complete protec_on to the operator or otherB.

The operator must wear a safety face

shield or goggles. Always wear heav_

longpantsand boots. Keep others at least

30 leer'away;

• k WARNING - HAZARDZONE

This unit wi]1 throw objects and cut. Keep

others including childrez_, annals, by-

standers, and helpers at least 30 feet

away from the operator and unit. Stop

the unit ff you are approached.

W'ARNING --DAMAGED

TRIMMER HEAD

Trimmer headpartsthatarechipped,cracked,

broken,or damaged m any oLlleiway can fly

apartand cause serious injury, Do not use.

Replace damaged parts before using the

unit_

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c. Be suretheshiddisproperly attached.

& Make surealltrimmerhead partsereproperly

installedand securelyfas_enecL

e. Use only genl_ine SEARS accessoriesor at-

tachmentsas recommende_

3. _G SAFETY

a Inspect the areato be cut before each use.Re-

move objects (rocks, broken glass, nail, wire,

string, etc.) which can be thrown ori_ome en-

tangi_linthe trimmer hea_L

b. Always keep the unit on the rlght - hand side of

your bedy: "

c. Hold the.unit firml_

& Kee_ firm footing and halance_ Do not over-

_. Keep the trimmer head below waist level

fi_ Do not raise the unit above your waist. The

_tHmmor head can come dangerously dose to

yourbo_.

g. l_ep allpartsofyourbodyaway fromthetrim-

mer linewhen the unit is running.

h. U_e only for jobs explained in this manual.

B. LINE ADVANCE

• Yourtrimmeris equipped with asemi-auto-

matie feed h_ Whenever the switchis

pressed, the head automatically advances aprede-

termined amount ofline; A!lowthe trimmer head

to stop turnlngbefore restarting to advance more

line.

• The llne limiter will cut' the line to the cor-

rect lengtl_The most effident Iine !engt_isthe-

maximum lengthallowed by the line lindten

• Always keep the shleJd in place when the unit

isbe_opera_e& _gure 5. "

• Do not advsncemorellne than necessary by

_ _g and_toppmgt_eunit.

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]Do not bump trimmer head ag "mnst hard obj_eets

[or bmnp on the ground to advance the line.

ITrimmer head parts can break off and fly. apart

|and cause serious injury. Do not use trimmer

IheadWithdamageddrbi'oken parts. ......

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•To Advance Live:

1. Press the trig_-er switchx, The ]L_e advances au-

tomatically as needed when the trimmer head

begins to turn.

AWARNING

Use only.080" alia. Laser Line. Other sizes of line

will not advance properly and can overload the

m oto_ Do not use other materials such as wire,

string, rope, etc. WLre can break oi_d_ cut-

ring and become a dangerous missile that can

_mme serious injury, -_

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2. To advance Iine again, allow trimmer head to

come to a complete stop. Then, press trigger

switch again. The line advances automatically.

L eL ts, I$1

Cuts Line To

Properlength. :!.

Figure5

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C. CUTTING METHODS

I " .AWAR NG i

Do not crowd line when cutting around hard oh- ]

jeers (rock, gravel, fence posts, ere), which cenj

damage the trimmer head, become entangled in ]

[the line, or be thrown causing aserzous _n.azarl_|

•Only the tip ofthe line does the vatting. You

will achieve the best performance and minimum

line wear bynot crowding the Line into the catting

aree_ The right and wrong ways are shown in Fig-

ure 6.

•The line wilI easily remove grass and weeds

from around walls, fences, trees, and flower

beds, but it also can cgt the tender bark of

trees or shrubs and scar fences.

•Allow the unit to _aeh _ speed before en-

tering the material to be cut.

•Always. release the Trigger switch and allow

the unit to stop when not cutting.

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wear eye prpteetio_ Never lean over the [

trimmer h.e_, Rbeks or aebris can ricovhet ort

be thrown into eyes and face and vause blind-I

hess or other serfous injury. |

LTRIMMING - Figure 7. Hold the bottom of

thetrimmer head about 3 inches above the ground

• awI at an angl_ AUow only the tip of the line to

make contact. Do not force the trimmer line into

the work sree_

2. SCALPING - Figure 7. The sealp'mg tech-

nique removes unwanted vegetation. Hold the

bottomofthetrimmer head about 3 inches above

•the ground and at an ang_ Allow the tip of the

line to strike the ground around trees, posts,

monuments,' etc_ This techniqueincreasesllr_e

y3e_

3. _M[OWING- Figure 8. Your trlmmer is ideal for

mowing inplac@sconve.ntional_wn mowers .can-

not reach.Inthemowing p_on, keep thellne

psr_. el to the ground. AVoid pressing the head

into theground as this can scalp the ground end

demege the unit.

4_ SWEEPING -Figare 8• The fanning action

oftherotating llne c_u.be used for aquiekand .e_y

cleanup. Keep the line parallel to and above the

beingsweptand m oyethe umt from side

toride.

Figure 6

SWEEPING

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D. LI1NE REPLACEMENT

e For proper Hne feed:

-Use only genuine pre-wound spools or

.080" dia. replacement line. Use of other

typesofspoolsor linescanresult in excessive

breakage,linewelding,andimproperRue feed.

- Pre-wound spoolsofferthe most conven-

ientmethod for replacing line as we]] as

opthnum perfermance.

•Always clean dirt and debris from the spool

and hub when performing any type mainte-

I1B2RCe.

I. f

Trimmer head ]parts that are chipped, cracked, [

lbroken, or damaged in .any other way can fly]

[apart and cause serious injury. Do not use. Re-[

[place damaged parts before using the unit. I

The Rue limiter (on the underside o£

the shield) is sharp and cancutyou.

L Installing Spool with Line

a. Step the unit and unplug the power cord.

b. Push the Release Button and Iift off the T]_Jn-

mer Head Cover. Figure 9.

c_ Remove the spool. Figure 10.

d. Clean dir_and debris from allparts. Inspect ell

Trimmer head par_s for damage. Replace dem-

ag_ parts.

e. Replace er rewind old spool.

£ Align the Slot in the spool with the Key in the

Hub. Figure 10. Set the spool into the Hub.

Allow 3 te 4inches of line to extend through the

line exit epening. Figure 10.

go Reinstall the Trimmer Head Cover. _ 9.

Make surethetabsareinplaceand s_n-ely

fastened.

_. Installing Line On Spool

wHold spoolasshown inFigureII.

b. Insert 1/4 to 3/8 inch ef line through the ta-

pered slotinthespool._gure 11 (inset).

c. Wrap lineevenlyinthedirectionindicatedby

• - the arrow on the spool, To ensure proper line

advance,avoidcrossoveror crisscrossing the

llne.

NOTE.- Do not wrap more than 25 feet ef

.080 _dia. Laser Line ontu the spool.

_.d._ellow instructions in "rnstallingSpool w/

_Une,"steps "f."through_g._

•||1 [ I [Hlll[l[ [[

Wrap Line In

Direction Of

S. Trouble Shooting the Trimmer Head and Line

• Line breaks or does nbt advance prop. ,,

,Release

Button

Figure 9

Spool

Figure11

HHI IHI

Pulls back into head:

Line Exit

\t

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erIy:

-Improperly wound ontospool.

- Linesizeincorrect.

-Too llttlelineoutsidehead.

- Inferiorline.

-Too little line outside efhead.

•Welds onto spool:

- Line size incorrect.

I I i,i NOTES

-Crowdlvg line against material being cut.

-Inferiorline.

H.I, im,r.,lHIIL I I I III

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GENERAL ENANCE

A. MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1. Maintain the tool aeeording to recom-

mended procedures. Keep the cutting line at

the proper length.

2. Disconnect power source before perform.

ing maintenance.

3. Keep the unit clean, Use a sponge dampened

with a solution of mild soap and wate_ Do not use

solvents or petroleum based cleaner of any kind.

4. Keep air vents free o_debris at all fime_

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5. Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked,

chlppe.d, broken, or damaged in any other way be-

fore using the tool.

6. Useonly .080. diameterIine. Neverusewire,

rope, string, e_

7. Use only genuine SEARS replacement

parts as recommended,

8. Inspect the entire tool. Replace

part_, Make sure all fasteners are m place and se-

curely fastened.

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B. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

CAUSE REMEDY

I. Crowdingline against materiaI being cut. 1. Back trimmer head away from grass being

cut; allow tip of line to do the cutting.

2. Electrical failure. 2. Contact your SEAI_ Service Center/Dept_

3. None of the above. 3. Contact your SEARS Service CenteriDepL

SYMPTOM

Trimmer Head

stopsundera load

ordoesnotturn

when switch is

pressed.

Line does not ad-

vance or breaks

while cutting.

Line welds

onto spool.

Linereleases

continuously.

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Lineusageis

excessive,

I*

2.

3.

L

2.

3.

4.

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1. Line improperly routed in head.

2. Line improperlywound onto spool

3. Line size incorrect.

4. Too little line outside hea&

5. Dirt accumulated on cover.

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1. Line size incorrect.

2. Incorrect spool

3. ___gline againstmaterialbeingcut.

4. Cuttingathigherspeedthan necessary.

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Line £mproperlyroutedin head.

Line sizeincorrect,

Trimmerheaddamag_

I_neimproperlyrouted in

Line size incorrect,

Cutting at high speed around hard objects,

Crowding line against material being cut.

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1. Remove cover. Check line routing;

2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.

3. Use only .080" di_ Laser Lin_

4, Remove cover. Pull 4" ofline to outside.

5. Clean coven

,H,_ H , H ,, I'H, I,

L Use only .080" di_ Laser Line.

2. Use proper spool.

3. Cut with tip of line.

4. Reducecutt_g _

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1. Removecover. Check line routing.

2. Use only .080" di_ Laser Lina

S. Contact your SEARS ServiceCenter/Dept.

1. Remove cover. Check line routing.

2. Use only.080 _di_ Laser Lina

3. Reduce speed around hard objects,

4. Cut with tip ofline.

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I. Removecove_ PuIl4" oftineto outside.

Line pu!ts back LToo little line outside of head.

intohead,

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EXTENSION CORD .................................................................. 71-57020

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--200FT ...................................................... 71-85608

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*Availa_e throug_ your SEARS Service Center/Cattalogue.

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Operator's

Manual _

Model No.

257.798051

How to Order

Repair Parts

SEARSSERVICS_

IS AT.YOUR SERVICE

The Model Number will be found below the top handle with the Serial

Number. Always mention the Model Number when request£ug service

or repair parts for your unit.

All,pm,_t_]isted.her_An_may be ordered from any Sears Service Center

and most Sears Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST:

1. The PART NUMBER

2. The MODEL NUMBER

257.798051

3. The PART DESCRIPTION

4. The NAME OF THE ITEM

Electric Trimmer

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be trans-

mitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.

When you buy merchand_e from

Sears you get an extra value that

nobody else can offer --

S_rs Service.

Acr0sstown or across the country,

Sears Service is always near,

-providing trustworthy, compe-

•tent -service _cla_ using

onlySearsspecified factoryparts.

Your Sears Mercbandise takes on added value when you discover

that Sears has Service Units throughout the country. Each is

•staffed by Sears-Trained, professional technicians using Sears

approved methods.

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