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SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is
equipped with a temperature limiting
muffler and spark arresting screen
which meets the requirements of Cali-
fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.
forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion en-
gines be equipped with a spark arrest-
ing screen. If you operate in a locale
where such regulations exist, you are
legally responsible for maintaining the
operating condition of these parts.
Failure to do so is a violation of the
law. For normal homeowner use, the
muffler and spark arresting screen will
not require any service. After 50
hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by
your Sears Service Centre.
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model C944.514560
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Powerhead
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Lower attachment (with trimmer
head installed)
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Cupped washer
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Large nut for installing blades
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Hex wrench
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Handlebar
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Bracket cover
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Bracket cover screws (2)
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Metal blade shield
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Blade shield screws (4)
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4--point weed blade
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Plastic shield
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Wing nut (screwed onto plastic
shield)
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Shoulder strap with warning
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Container of oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not
use damaged parts.
NOTE: If 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
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Hex wrench (provided)
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Adjustable wrench
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Phillips screwdriver
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always stop unit
and disconnect spark plug before per-
forming any assembly procedures.
WARNING:
If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.
INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER
ATTACHMENT
CAUTION: When installing brushcut-
ter attachment, place the unit on a flat
surface for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the
knob counterclockwise.
Coupler
Knob
LOOSEN
TIGHTEN
Shipping
protector
2. Remove shipping protector from
coupler.
3. Remove the shaft cap from the
brushcutter attachment (if present).
4. Position locking/release button of
attachment into guide recess of
coupler.
5. Push the attachment into the cou-
pler until the locking/release but-
ton snaps into the primary hole.
6. Before using the unit, tighten the
knob securely by turning clockwise.
Coupler
Primary Hole
Upper
Shaft
Locking/
Release
Button
Lower
Attachment
Guide Recess
WARNING:
Make sure the lock-
ing/release button is locked in the pri-
mary hole and the knob is securely
tightened before operating the unit.
All attachments are designed to be
used in the primary hole.
