OPERATION cont.
!CAUTION: Before you begin trimming, only use the appropriate type of cutting line.
OPERATING TIPS
1.Before each use make sure the protective safety guard is tightly installed. Tighten the guard screw, but DO NOT over tighten.
2.Be sure to check the auxiliary handle before each use, to make sure it is firmly tightened.
3.Before trimming, inspect the area for string, wire, branches, rocks, toys, or other objects that could be entangled in or thrown by the cutting line.
4.Stand with the cutting head tipped down at an angle in front, guiding the trimmer in a
5.Cut from left to right whenever possible. Cutting to the right improves the unit’s cutting efficiency. Clippings are thrown away from the operator.
6.To produce a smoothly trimmed area, move the trimmer in and out of the area being cut with constant speed and height.
7.Use only the tip of the cutting line to do the trimming, especially near walls and fences. Trimming with the side of the cutting line may overload the motor, wear out the line faster, and break the line more often.
8.DO NOT rest the trimmer spool on the ground while you are trimming. This will cause spool wear.
9.When cutting vegetation that is over 6 inches in height, work from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or engine drag.
10.If the trimmer is not cutting correctly, the auto feed may not be operating correctly, or the spool may be empty. Remove the spool and identify the problem. See page 22, AUTOMATIC LINE FEED SYSTEM and page 23, REPLACE
CUTTING LINE and FILLING SPOOL WITH CUTTING LINE.
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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
!WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn trimmer off and disconnect the battery from the trimmer BEFORE installing parts or 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.
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. Keep the vents free of obstruction.
ACCESSORIES
!WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories that are not recommended for this tool might be dangerous and could result in serious injury. Do not attempt to use fishing line or other lines that are not recommended.
CUTTING LINE
Replace the cutting line ONLY with 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) twisted (helical or spiral) shaped, not round, line for auto feed. Craftsman Professional
SPOOL
Replace the spool with a new
BATTERY PACKS
Replacement battery packs (73083) are available for purchase at Sears stores and other Craftsman outlets, Sears Service Centers, and through the craftsman.com web site. See part number on PARTS LIST pages
!WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS remove the battery from the trimmer BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments.
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