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WARNING: 

To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer

from the power outlet BEFORE installing line, cleaning the trimmer or making 

any adjustments.

!

      

WARNING: 

To avoid damage or electric shock, DO NOT use strong 

solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or plastic components. Certain 

household cleaners may damage plastic and may also cause a shock hazard.

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CLEANING

Wipe the outside of the trimmer with a dry, soft cloth.

DO NOT hose down or wash the trimmer with water.  

Scrape the guard and spool 

area to remove dried clippings and mud. Brush or blow dust, debris and grass clippings 

out of the air vents 

ALWAYS

 keep the air vents free from obstruction when operating the trimmer.

MAINTENANCE

      

WARNING: 

To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer 

from the power outlet BEFORE installing line, cleaning the trimmer or making 

any adjustments.

!

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Keep your trimmer clean and in good repair for maximum long-lasting performance. Before 

each use, inspect the switch and cord for damage. 
Check for damaged, missing, or worn parts. Check for loose screws, misalignment, moving 

parts that are jammed, or any other conditions that may affect the operation.  If abnormal 

vibration or noise occurs, turn off the tool immediately and have the problem corrected 

before further use. 
DO NOT

 use the trimmer if it has any broken parts. Have damaged, missing, worn 

or broken parts replaced before using trimmer.

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ACCESSORIES

      

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.

!

      

WARNING: 

To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer 

from the power outlet BEFORE installing line, cleaning the trimmer or making 

any adjustments.

!

REPLACEMENT SPOOLS

Replace the spool with a new pre-wound spool (Craftsman Spool 71-85967). 

REPLACEMENT CUTTING LINE

If you are replacing the cutting line, ONLY use nylon monofilament single-wound 0.065 line 

(Craftsman Cutting Line 71-85822). 

Line and spools are available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman outlets.  

Visit your local Sears store or other Craftsman outlets or shop sears.com/craftsman.

Содержание Weedwacker 172.74545

Страница 1: ...ns in this Manual before using this product Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our Craftsman website www craftsman com Operator s Manual 15 in 5 5 Amp Weedwacker Electric Trimmer WARRANTY SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST Model No 172 74545 ...

Страница 2: ...ult in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields available at Sears Stores or other Craftsman Outlets WARNING BE SURE to read and understand all safety instructions in this manual ...

Страница 3: ...ication A moment of inattention while operating this tool may result in serious personal injury 4 DRESS properly Wear rubber gloves and substantial rubber soled footwear when working outdoors DO NOT operate lawn and garden tools when barefoot or wearing open sandals Wear long pants and long sleeves to protect your legs and arms Trimmers can pick up objects such as rocks and send them flying at fas...

Страница 4: ...r outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock CAUTION Keep the extension cord clear of the work area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on bushes hedges tree trunks lawnmowers or other obstructions while you are working with the trimmer CAUTION This trimmer has a 12 in Pigtail Power Cord that must be plugged into a proper extension cord see below WARNING Double insulation DOES ...

Страница 5: ...edger stones and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line The tool and guard are designed to help reduce the danger However the following special precautions should be taken TO REDUCE THE RISK of rebound or ricochet injury always work away from any solid objects such as walls steps large stones landscape bricks timbers trees etc Use extreme care when working close to solid objects...

Страница 6: ...e the plug guard from the pigtail power cord see Fig 2 Make a loop in the extension cord Push loop through hole in the handle see Fig 2a Fasten loop around cord retention hook Plug trimmer s power cord into extension cord plug see Fig 2b This Trimmer Edger has the following features 1 15 inch Cutting Path 2 Twist and Edge Two Tools in One rear handle and upper shaft and auxiliary handle easily rot...

Страница 7: ... trimmer head before use INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD Figs 4 and 4a 2 Turn the trimmer s motor housing head over to provide access to underside base of the head by the cutting line spool 3 Locate the 4 screws in the base of the trimmer head and remove the screws see Fig 4 7 Edge Guide provides a cutting guide to help protect flowers plants screens and fences from being cut by trimmer line 8 Adjusta...

Страница 8: ...mmer shaft before use 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply 2 Unscrew the auxiliary handle s tightening knob counterclockwise and remove from handle 3 Position auxiliary handle onto handle bracket assembly located on trimmer s top shaft see Fig 6 4 Position the knob and screw through the auxiliary handle and bracket and tighten knob turn clockwise Do not tighten completely until you have ...

Страница 9: ...rimmer has a 4 position tilting head that easily adjusts to the desired working angle for optimum operator control and comfort To adjust the trimmer head angle 1 Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply 2 Press the red trimmer head adjustment button on the motor housing see Fig 8 3 Move the trimmer head to one of four different angles and release the button Head will click into position Easily...

Страница 10: ...not feed from the spool the spool might be empty or the cutting line may be tangled or jammed on the spool Un plug the trimmer s pigtail power cord from the extenson cord After the trimmer head stops rotating remove the spool see steps 1 through 3 in Removing the Spool on page 20 If the line is tangled or jammed untangle and replace the line see page 20 If the spool is empty replace the spool see ...

Страница 11: ... the trimmer from the power supply Turn trimmer over to access spool head cover 2 Press the release tabs on the spool head cover and remove cover pulling it straight off of spool 3 Lift the spool out of the spool housing WARNING To avoid injury ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments REPLACE THE SPOO...

Страница 12: ...r damage Check for damaged missing or worn parts Check for loose screws misalignment moving parts that are jammed or any other conditions that may affect the operation If abnormal vibration or noise occurs turn off the tool immediately and have the problem corrected before further use DO NOT use the trimmer if it has any broken parts Have damaged missing worn or broken parts replaced before using ...

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Страница 14: ...nd home solutions advice www managemyhome com For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1...

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