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Operator's Manual CRRFTSMRN_ 4.0 Amp 13 Inch Cutting Path/.065 ELECTRIC / / / In. Line WEEDWACKER ® Model No. 358.799130 ® Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating WARNING: Instructions before first use of this product. For Call answers 7 am-7 • 1 to your questions about pm, this Sun product: pm, Mon-Sat; 10 am-7 =800=235=5878 Sears, Roebuck 530084022 01/30/98 and Co., Hoffman (Hours listed are Central Time) Estates, IL 60179 USA Limited Warranty Statement Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY LINE TRIMMER 2 2 5 6 8 Service & Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Chart Spanish Parts Ordering ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC 9 9 10 11 Back WEEDWACKER _'R" If this Craftsman Electric Weedwacker '_ Line Trimmer fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within (1) one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair or replace it, free of charge. This warranty does not cover the nylon line. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER <_; LINE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Dept. D/817WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be fallowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. j_ Trimmer line throws ob- Safety Glasses or similar eye protection Safety information on the unit This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following unit and manual instructions and warnings. Read entire Operator's Manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow unit and manual wanrings and instructions. Never allow children to operate WARNING: jects violently. You and others can be blinded/injured. Wear safety glasses, boots, and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line. this unit. DANGER: Never use blades orflailing devices. Unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury. @00 Boots Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit immediately. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, 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 available.) Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, andgloves. Donot gobarefoot orwear sandals. • Secure hairabove shoulder length. Secure orremove loose clothing and jewelry orclothing withloosely hangingties,straps, tassels, etc.They canbecaught inmoving parts. • Being fullycovered alsohelps protectyoufromdebris andpieces of toxicplants thrown byspinning line. • StayAlert. Donotoperate unitwhen youaretired,ill,orunderinfluence ofalcohol, drugs, ormedication. Watch whatyouaredoing; usecommonsense. • Avoid unintentional starting ofthe unit.Never carry unitwithyourfinger ontheswitch.Besuretheswitch is inoffposition when connecting extension cord. ELECTRICAL SAFETY • Use a voltage supply as shown on unit. • Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don't use in rain. • Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit only one way in a polarized outlet of the extension cord. Ensure you have a polarized extension cord. The plug of the polarized extension cord will fit into the outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. • To reduce risk of electrical shock, use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor appliances having electrical rating not less than the rating of unit. Cord must be marked with suffix "W-A" (in Canada "W"). Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord. (See "Selecting an extension cord") • Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank extension cord to disconnect unit. • Use cord retainer to prevent disconnection of extension cord from unit. See "Attach the extension cord to your trimmer" under the section titled "OPERATION". • Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and off properly. Repairs to the switch must be made by your Sears Service Center. • Keep the extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges. • To avoid the possibility of electric shock, avoid body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences or pipes, • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used. Receptacles are available having builtin GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. UNIT SAFETY • Inspect unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Make sure all handles, guards, and fasteners are in place and securely fastened. Parts that are damaged must be repaired or replaced by a Sears Service Center. These include head parts that are cracked, or chipped, guards, and any other part that is damaged. • Do not repair unit yourself. • Use only .065" (1.65 mm) diameter recommended trimmer line. (See "Accessories") Never use wire, rope, string etc. • Use specified trimmer spool. Make sure spool is properly installed and all parts are securely fastened. • Use only recommended replacement parts and accessories. CUTTING SAFETY • Inspect area to be cut. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown orbecome entangled incut- • Store the unit so the blade cannot cause iniury. See "Extending the tinghead. • Donotoverreach orstand onunsta- line". • Store unit indoors in a high, dry place blesupport. Keep firmfooting and out of the reach of children. Store balance. unit unplugged. • Keep thecutting headbelow waist DOUBLE INSULATION level. Donotraisehandles above yourwaist. Cutting headcancome CONSTRUCTION dangerously close toyourbody. This unit is Double Insulated to help • Keep away fromspinning line. protect against electric shock. Double • Useunitproperly. Useonlyfortrim- insulation construction consists of two ming, edging, scalping, andmowing.separate "layers" of electrical insulaDonotforceunit.Itwilldothejob tion instead of grounding. better andwithlessriskofinjury at built with this insulation system therateforwhichitwasdesigned. Tools are not intended to be grounded. No • Useonlyindaylight oringoodartifi- grounding means is provided on this ciallight. unit, nor should a means of grounding MAINTENANCE SAFETY • Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Follow instructions for changing trimmer line. • Have a_l service and maintenance not explained in this manual performed by a Sears Service Center to avoid creating a hazard. • Disconnect unit from the power supply before performing maintenance, or when changing trimmer line. • Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Clean unit and labels with a damp sponge. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. • Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the motor. Clean after each use. TRANSPORTING AND STO RAG E • Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use. • Carry the unit with motor stopped. be added to this unit. Safety precautions must be observed when operating any electrical tool. The double insulation system only provides added protection against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure. WARNING; All electrical repairs to this unit, including housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be recommended by the manufacturer. A double insulated appliance is marked with the words "double insulation" or "douMe insulated." The symbol (square within a square) [] may also be marked on the appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by qualified service personnel can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents lowing list. Model 799130 • Trimmer • Shield against the fol- Examine parts for damage. damaged parts. Do not use NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call 1-800-235-5878. ASSEMBLY WARNING: If received assembled, review all assembly steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure. • Extend the tube until it snaps into place. ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING: The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others. Your unit is equipped with a line limiter, which cuts excess line to the proper length while running. The line limiter (on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you. • Align the installation arrow on the shield with the arrow on the motor housing. • Insert the shield onto the motor housing. • Twist the shield until it snaps securely into place. Make sure the shield is facing the back of the unit as illustrated on the front cover of this manual. CAUTION: ADJUSTING THE HANDLE • Loosen wing nut or knob on handle. • Rotate the handle on the tube to an Sharp blade. Align installation J arrows upright position; place in a comfortable position and retighten wing nut. shield in direction of arrow to assemble KNOW YOURTRIMMER READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Assist Handle Recessed Motor Housing Trigger Switch Plug J Cord Retainer Air Vents f Edge Guide SemFautomatic Head with .065" line. Debris Shield RECESSED PLUG ASSIST Line Limiter HANDLE The recessed plug is where you attach your extension cord to the unit. The assist handle is used to help hold and guide the unit. TRIGGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD The semi-automatic head holds the cutting line and rotates during operation. SWITCH The trigger switch is used to turn on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch to operate the unit. LINE LIMITER EDGE GUIDE The line limiter cuts the cutting line to the proper cutting length. The edge guide protects the unit from contacting the ground during edging. OPERATING ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit. SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD Extension Cord Gauge Chart Length of Cord Gauge 25 Ft. 50 Ft. 100 Ft. 18 Gauge 16 Gauge 16 Gauge Extension unit. cords are available for this Loop your extension cord through the handle and around the hook. Insure the plug and cord are firmly and fully engaged. CORRECT POSITION OPERATING the line to make contact. Do not force trimmer line into work area. Trimming 3 in. (8 cm: Above Ground \ EDGING Trimming Edging While edging allow the tip of the line to make contact. Do not force the line. The edge guard helps protect the unit and keeps the unit from contacting the ground. Take extra caution while edging as objects can be thrown from the trimmer line. Stand as shown and check for the following: • Operator wearing eye protection heavy clothing. • Right hand holding handle. • Unit below waist level. and • Use the left side for trimming so debris is thrown away from the operator. Without operator bending over, keep the line near and parallel to ground (perpendicular when edging) and not crowded into material being cut. ADVANCING THE CUTTING \\ Edging LINE Advance line by tapping bottom of cutting head lightly on the ground while unit is running at full speed. A metal blade attached to the shield will cut the SCALPING The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetation. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. This technique increases line wear. line to the proper length. EDGING POSITION You can press this button and twist the lower portion 180 ° into an edging position. / Scalping Button WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury. TRIMMING Hold tile bottom of tile trimmer MOWING head Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of 7 keepthelineparallel totheground. Avoid pressing theheadintothe ground asthiscanscalp theground anddamage thetool. Mowing SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotating line can be used for a quick and easy clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move the tool from side to side= // Sweeping CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK Check for Loose fasteners and parts Check for damaged or worn parts Clean unit and labels GENERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS • • • • Housing Screws Assist Handle Screws Debris Shield Edge Guide REPLACING THE LINE • Remove tile spool by firmly pulling on the tap button. • Clean entire surface of hub and spool. • Replace with a pre-wound spool (# 71-85837), or cut a length of 30 feet of .065" (1.6 ram) diameter WHEN TO PERFORM Before each use Before each use After each use CHECK FOR DAMAGED WORN PARTS OR Refer replacement of damaged/worn parts to your Sears Service Center. • Trigger Switch - Ensure switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trigger switch. Make sure motor stops. • Debris Shield - Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged. CLEAN UNIT & LABELS • Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. • Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth. Craftsman <_> Pro Trimmer line. Use of heavier lines could overload the unit and damage unit. Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile. • Insert oneendofthelineabout 1/2 Small inch(1cm)intothesmallholeinside Ho,e thespool. • Wind thelineevenly andtightly onto thespool. Windinthedirection ofthe arrow found onthespool. • Push thelineintothenotch, leaving Line in 3to5inches (7- 12cm)unwound. • Insert thelineintotheexitholeinthe hubasshown intheillustration. • Alignthenotch withthelineexithole. • Push thespoolintothehubuntilit snaps intoplace. • Pullthelineextending outside the hubtorelease itfromthenotch. USER REPLACEABLE REPLACEMENT SERVICE Spool _ Hub /7 Line exit hole PARTS PART PART NUMBER Spool with .065" Pro Trimmer Line Assist Handle 71-85837 530-402657 Bolt Carriage, 530-401989 1/4-20 Wing Nut 530-016152 Shield Assy. 530-402672 Edge Guide 530-402663 Screw, 10-16 X 1/2 H!-LO SEMS 530-015815 Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: cannot cause injury. • Store unit and extension • Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use. • Carry the unit with motor stopped. • Store the unit so the line limiter blade plugged. • Store unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. cord in- doors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store unit un- TROUBLESHOOTING CHART TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Semi-automatic head stops under a load or does not turn when switch is pressed= • Crowding trimmer line against material being cut. • Electrical failure. • Thrown circuit breaker • Debris stopping head • Allow tip of line to do the cutting. Line does not advance or breaks while cutting. • Line improperly routed in head. • Line improperly wound onto spool. • Incorrect line size • Not enough line outside of head. • Dirt buildup on cover= • Contact your Sears Service Ctr. • Check Breaker Box. • Remove debris. • Check line routing. • Rewind line tightly and evenly. • Use only .065 in. diameter line. • Pull 4 Inches of line outside of head. • Clean cover. Line welds onto spool= • Line size is incorrect. • Incorrect spool. • Line is being crowded against material being cut. Line releases continuously. • Line improperly routed in head. • Spool damaged. • Check line routing. • Line improperly routed in head. • Line size is incorrect. • Crowding line against material being cut. • Spool teeth worn or damaged. • Check line routing. • Too little line outside of head. • Line size incorrect= • Remove cover and pull 4 inches of line outside of head. • Use only .065 in. diameter line= Line usage is excessive. Line pulls back into head. • Use only .065 in. diameter line. • Replace with correct spool. • Cut with tip of line fully extended. • Replace spool= • Replace spool. • Cut with tip of line fully extended. • Replace Spool lO
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