Operator's Manual BRUSHCUTI'ER ATTACHMENT Model No. 0944.511590 NOT DESIGNED FOR USE WITH ELECTRIC POWERHEADS DANGER: 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 Sears Canada, 530086421 4/2/01 <.o°,, Inc.
Warranty Statement Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance 2 2 5 7 9 Service & Adjustments Storage Parts List French Parts and Ordering 10 11 12 13 Back Cover LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® BRUSHCUTTER 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 RENTALUSE: Warranty on Brushcutter Attachment will be g0 days from the date
DANGER: Blade can thrust vio- lently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs. Keep people and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. _WARNING: Blade can throw ob- jects violently, You can be blinded or injured, Wear eye and leg protection. ALWAYS WEAR Protection tim • • _ _ Leg Guards Eye _O_4_ Boots _WARNING: Hazard zone for thrown objects. Blade can throw objects violently. Others can be blinded or injured.
• Besurebladestopsturning when engine idles. • Makecarburetor adjustments with thelowerendsupported toprevent thebladefromcontacting anyobject. Holdtheunitbyhand;donotusethe shoulder strapforsupport. • Keepothersawaywhenmaking carburetor adjustments. • Useonlyrecommended Craftsman accessories andreplacement parts. • Haveallmaintenance andservice notexplained inthismanual performedbya SearsService Centre, FUEL SAFETY • Mix and pour fuel outdoors. • Keep away from sparks or flames.
CARTON CONTENTS Check cartoncontents against thefol* lowinglist. Model C944.511590 • Brushcutter Attachment • Handlebar (with Clamp and Knob) • Handlebar Clamp Base (with Spacer Tabs) • Shoulder Strap • Upper Shoulder Strap Clamp • Lower Shoulder Strap Clamp (with Spacer Tabs) • Clamp Screws (6) • Attachment Hanger • Hex Wrench Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts. NOTE: If you need assistance or find that parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-235-5878. ASSEMBLY HANDLEBAR Spacer T_..
, Retighten handlebar byturning clampknobclockwise untilhandlebarissecure andstationary in clamp(clampknobcannot be overtightened), SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY i_ WARNING: Proper sbeulder strap and handlebar ad ustments are required before use, The shou der strap camp must be installed as shown above the handlebar on the upper tube (powerhead end of unit), NOTE: The lower shoulder strap clamp has two spacer tabs attached.
KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT.
4. Before usingtheunit,tightenthe knobsecurely byturningclockwise. INSTALLING ATTACHMENT HANGER Anattachment hanger isprovided for storage whenattachment isnotinuse. Toinstallhanger onattachment: 1. Remove the tube cap from the attachment (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.
• Donotraisetheengine aboveyour waistasthebladecancomedangerouslyclosetoyourbody. • Donotswingtheunitwithsuchforce thatyouareindanger oflosingyour balance. Bringthepowerhead engine tocutting speedbefore entering thematerial to becut. Ifthebladedoesnotturnwhenyou squeeze thethrottletrigger ofthepowerhead, makesuretheattachment is fully inserted into the coupler. Always release the throttle trigger and allow powerhead engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.
BLADE REPLACEMENT Gearbox _WARNING: The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade. Shield \ Dust Cu WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. Threaded Blade Retaining Washer Cupped__.
WARNING: Perform the following 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.