Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: Warranty ................................................. 2 Product Specifications............................ 9 Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4 Service and Adjustments................. 13-14 Assembly ................................................ 5 Storage ................................................. 15 Operation ............................................. 6-8 Troubleshooting ................................... 16 Maintenance Schedule .......................... 9 Repair Parts ..................................... 34-41 Maintenance ...................................... 9-12 Parts Ordedng ........................ Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDTRIMMER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Weedtrimmer is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in matedal or workman ship. If this Craftsman Weedtdmmer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn dudng normal use, such as rotating lines, belts, air cleaners and spark plug. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Weedtdmmer to the nearest Sears Service Center in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 WARNING: This tdmmer is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass- covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (SecHon 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). Theoperationcanresultobjectsthrowninto ofanytrimmerinforeigntheeyes,whichcan result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tdmmer or performingany adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starling. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. • Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line. A hot muffler can cause sedous bums. • Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the machine. • Stay away from breakable objects, such as house windows, auto glass, greenhouses, etc. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks,etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the spinning lines. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before tdmming, particulady small children and pets. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Wear appropriate clothingsuch as a long-sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long trousers or slacks. Do not wear sheds. • Do not wear loose clothing which could get caught in this equipment. • Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear work gloves and sturdy footwear. Leather work shoes or short boots work well for most people. These will protect the operator's ankles and shins from small sticks, splinters, and other debds, and improve traction. • Do not pull machine backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards. • Do not operate the machine without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place. • See manufacturer's instructionsfor proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer. • Never use blades, wire, or flailing devices. This unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of other accessories or attachments will increase the dsk of injury. • Stop the rotating trimmer head when crossing gravel ddves, walks, or roads. Wait for the cutting lines to stop rotating. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment and allow it to cool, befo...