Craftsman BRUSHWACKER C944.514560 Instruction Manual Download

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32cc / 1.9 cu.in. 2-Cycle

GASOLINE BRUSHWACKER

WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.

Instruction Manual

Model No

C944.514560

530164843

3/22/04

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

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Parts List

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Summary of Contents for BRUSHWACKER C944.514560

Page 1: ...ty Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product Instruction Manual Model No C944 514560 530164843 3 22 04 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario M5B 2B8 S S S S Safety S S S S Assembly S S S S Operation S S S S Maintenance S S S S Parts List For Occasional Use Only ...

Page 2: ...n concurrently with applicable provincial legislation Furthermore some provinces do NOT allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario M5B 2B8 SAFETY RULES WARNING When using gar dening appliances basic safety pre cautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and follow...

Page 3: ... Secure hair above shoulder length Secure or remove loose clothing or clothing with loosely hanging ties straps tassels etc They can be caught in moving parts S Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line blade S Stay Alert Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill upset or un der the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Watch...

Page 4: ...h or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders trees steep slopes rooftops etc S Keep blade trimmer head or other optional attachment below waist level and away from all parts of your body Do not raise engine above your waist S Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line blade or other optional attachment S Keep engine below waist level A hot muffler can cause serious burns S ...

Page 5: ... you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged contact your Sears Service Centre It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal due to carburetor adjustments and testing done by the manufacturer TOOLS REQUIRED S Hex wrench provided S Adjustable wrench S Phillips screwdriver ASSEMBLY WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect s...

Page 6: ... your back and the hook is to the right side of your waist NOTE A one half twist is built in the shoulder strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoulder 2 Adjust the strap allowing the hook to be about 6 inches below the waist 3 Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located between the trigger handle and the handlebar clamp base and lift the tool to the operating position 4 Try on shoulder str...

Page 7: ...s line to the proper length The line limiter blade on underside of shield is sharp and can cut you 1 Remove wing nut from shield 2 Insert bracket into slot on shield 3 Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket 4 Tighten the wing nut securely NOTE If your unit has a plastic cover over the threads on the threaded shaft remove the covering to expose the threads Before installing the trim...

Page 8: ... and can cut you even when it is not moving WARNING Do not use any blades or fastening hardware other than the washers and nuts shown in the following illustrations These parts must be provided by Sears and installed as shown below Failure to use proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously hurt you or others NOTE The dust cup and retaining washer are located on the gearbox shaft and ...

Page 9: ...p the engine PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the starter rope Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form CHOKE The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in cold starting Activate the choke by moving the choke lever to the ...

Page 10: ...TO STOP YOUR UNIT S To stop the engine move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position S If engine does not stop move choke lever to FULL CHOKE position Throttle Trigger ON OFF Switch HOW TO START YOUR UNIT WARNING Avoid any contact with the muffler A hot muffler can cause serious burns STARTING A COLD ENGINE or a warm engine after running out of fuel Starting Position Muffler Choke Lever Starter Handl...

Page 11: ...e OFF CHOKE position then pull the rope to clear the engine of excess fuel This could require pulling the starter handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded If the unit still doesn t start refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or contact your Sears Service Centre OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed The optional a...

Page 12: ...bration The cutting line will last longer and will be less likely to weld onto the spool Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting To stop engine S Release the throttle trigger S Move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE The trimmer line will advance approxi mately 2 inches 5 cm each time the bottom of the trimmer head i...

Page 13: ...own to the ground 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 Scalping MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach In the mowing position keep the line parallel to the ground Avoid pressing the head i...

Page 14: ...shoul der strap will support the weight of the unit freeing your arms and hands to control and guide the cutting motion S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and braced for a possible sudden rapid thrust of unit Do not overreach Keep firm footing and balance S Keep blade below waist level it will be easier to maintain control of unit S Do not raise the engine above your waist as the blade can come ...

Page 15: ...et be thrown or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation S Do not set unit on any surface except a clean hard area while engine is running Debris such as gravel sand dust grass etc could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening damaging unit property or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator S Never place objects inside the blow er tubes vacuum tub...

Page 16: ...emoving them from the cut Blades move momentarily after the trigger is released WARNING Inspect the area be fore starting the unit Remove all de bris and hard objects such as rocks glass wire etc that can ricochet be thrown or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation S Do not use a cutting blade that is bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any other way Have worn or damaged parts repl...

Page 17: ...NING Inspect the area where the unit is to be used Remove objects that could be thrown or dam age the unit Some objects may be hidden by fallen snow be alert for the possibility S Direct material discharge away from glass enclosures automobiles etc S Do not run engine at high speed while not removing snow S Be attentive when using the snow thrower and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other ...

Page 18: ...nue S Fuel Tank Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks S Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS S After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decrea...

Page 19: ...adjustments The trimmer head blade or any op tional attachment will be spinning dur ing most of this procedure Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions After making ad justments the trimmer head blade or any optional attachment must not move spin at idle speed The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the fol low...

Page 20: ...on of this manual see mes sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your engine Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter native in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 5 min utes after adding stabilizer Craftsman ...

Page 21: ...uffler outlet screen 5 Compression low Engine will not accelerate lacks power or dies under a load 1 Clean or replace air filter 2 Clean or replace plug and regap 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover 5 Contact Sears Service see back cover Engine smokes excessively 1 Choke partially on 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 3 Air filter dirty 4 Carburetor requires adjustm...

Page 22: ...f you have any questions regarding your war ranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service centre or call Sears Canada at 1 800 469 4663 WARRANTY COM MENCEMENT DATE The warranty pe riod begins on the date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of purchase WHAT IS COV ERED...

Page 23: ...g covered up to maintenance schedule Ignition Module MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required main tenance as defined in the instruction manual The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified Example Year EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and or CALIFORNIA This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use ...

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