Operator's Manual ® 12-in. 4.0 Amp Weedwacker_ Electric Trimmer Model No. 172.74544 CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this Manual before using this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman® website: www.craftsman.
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PERSONAL SAFETY cont. z_ WARNING: if correctly used, this electdc trimmer is an easy to handle and efficient tool; if used improperly or without the due precautions it could become a dangerous tool. For pleasant and safe work, ALWAYS strictly comply with the safety rules that are contained in this manual. 5. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
ELECTRICAL SAFETYcont. EXTENSION Z_ WARNING: GFCl (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection should be provided on all circuits or outlets to be used for electric lawn and garden power tools. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCl protection and should be used for this measure of protection. /_ CAUTION: This trimmer has a 12-in. Pigtail Power Cord that must be plugged into a proper extension cord (see below). CORDS cont. immediately.
SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC TRIMMERS cont. Z_ WARNING: : Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: 7. DO NOT carry the trimmer by the cord or pull the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. 8. DO NOT grasp or touch the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the trimmer.
1. The trimmer comes assembled except for the safety guard and auxiliary must be attached. 2. Remove the trimmer, your trimmer. auxiliary handle, which KNOWYOUR TRIIVIMER / EDGER (Fig. 2, 2a, 2b and 3) NOTE: Before attempting to use this product, familiarize operating features and safety rules. handle and safety guard from the carton and inspect yourself with all ] 3. Do not discard box or packing material until all parts are examined. 1 /_ WARNING: in the trimmer Fig.
This Trimmer/Edger has the following features cont.: 7. Edge Guide provides a cutting guide to help protect flowers, plants, screens and fences from being cut by trimmer line. 8. Adjustable Telescopic working height. 9. Lightweight and Ergonomically efficient trimming and edging. 10. Bump=Feed Cutting Path 12 inches No=Load Speed 9000 RPM Rating 4.0 Amp Line Diameter 0.
ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE cont. (Fig. 6 and 6a) INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD cont. (Figs. 4 and 4a ) Insert the edge of the guard into the slot along the back of the trimmer's head, carefullly lining the 4 screw holes in the guard up with the 4 screw holes in the trimmer head. 4. i before OTE:THE use. AUXILIARY HANDLE MUST BE ATTACHED to the trimmer i shaft 5. Insert screws and securely attach the safety guard (see Fig. 4a).
m i¸ Trlmme TO USETRIMMER FOR EDGING: ROTATE REAR HANDLE AND UPPER SHAFT 180 ° (Figs. 9, 9a and 10) ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT (Fig. 7 and 7a) The Trimmer's Telescopic Shaft Comes in the Collapsed Position 2. To rotate the top shaft 180°, pull (separate) both the top and bottom collars apart (see Fig.9), and rotate the top shaft with rear handle (and auxiliary handle) 180°. Release both collars and shaft wilt lock in place. 1.
THE CUTTING TRiMMiNG AND EDGING (Figs. 11 and 12) When trimming, cut from left to right for cutting efficiency; this throws the clippings away from the operator (See Fig. 11). To edge, rotate the shaft 180° (See Page 17, Figs. 9, 9a and 10). Place edge guide and trimmer head above the surface you are going to edge, as shown in Fig. 12. LiNE _ holding or WARNING: the trimmer. DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up A single 0.065-inch round cutting line is pre-installed on the trimmer.
TOREPLACE CUTTING LINE(Fig.14) REMOVE THESPOOL Foreasy spool replacement we recommend FILLING SPOOL WITH CUTTING LINE cont. (Fig. 15) using Craftsman 71-85967, bump feed replacement spool with 0.065 cutting line. It is factory wound for maximum reliability. 4. When the wound cutting line reaches the eyelets (recesses), cut the line. Temporarily park the line in the spool rail notch on one side of the spool as shown in Fig. 15. 1. Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply.
from the power outlet BEFORE installing line, cleaning the trimmer or making _ adjustments. WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer any GENERAL /_ WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories (cutting line) that are not recommended for this tool will be dangerous and can result in serious personal injury. Do not attempt to use fishing line or other lines that are not recommended. MAINTENANCE Keep your trimmer clean and in good repair for maximum long-lasting performance.
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