Operator’s Manual ® 12-in. 4.0 Amp Weedwacker Electric Trimmer ® Model No. 172.74544 CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this Manual before using this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman® website: www.craftsman.
SAFETY SYMBOLS TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty……………………………..........................................……………..Page 2 Safety Symbols……………………..........................................……………..Page 3 Safety Instructions……………………..........................................……….....Pages 4 - 9 Unpacking..……………………………...........................………………….....Page 10 Description………………………………..........................................………..Pages 11 - 13 Assembly and Adjustments………………………………..............................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. ! WARNING: if correctly used, this electric trimmer is an easy to handle and efficient tool; if used improperly or without the due precautions it could become a dangerous tool. For pleasant and safe work, ALWAYS strictly comply with the safety rules that are contained in this manual. ! WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this electric trimmer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont. EXTENSION CORDS cont. ! WARNING: GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection should be provided on all circuits or outlets to be used for electric lawn and garden power tools. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and should be used for this measure of protection. ! CAUTION: This trimmer has a 12-in. Pigtail Power Cord that must be plugged into a proper extension cord (see below).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC TRIMMERS cont. 7. DO NOT carry the trimmer by the cord or pull the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. 8. DO NOT grasp or touch the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the trimmer. 9. DO NOT FORCE the trimmer. Do not try to cut more than what the trimmer is designed for.
DESCRIPTION UNPACKING 1. The trimmer comes assembled except for the safety guard and auxiliary handle, which must be attached. 2. Remove the trimmer, auxiliary handle and safety guard from the carton and inspect your trimmer. 3. Do not discard box or packing material until all parts are examined. ! WARNING: If any part of the trimmer is missing or damaged, do not plug in the trimmer until the damaged part is repaired or replaced. Fig. 1 KNOW YOUR TRIMMER / EDGER (Fig.
DESCRIPTION cont. DESCRIPTION cont. This Trimmer/Edger has the following features cont.: 7. Edge Guide provides a cutting guide to help protect flowers, plants, screens and fences from being cut by trimmer line. SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Path 12 inches No-Load Speed 9000 RPM Rating 4.0 Amp 10. Bump-Feed Head allows you to simply bump the trimmer head to advance cutting line. Line Diameter 0.065 inch round line 11. Your Trimmer uses 0.065-in. round line.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS cont. ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS cont. INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD cont. (Figs. 4 and 4a ) 4. Insert the edge of the guard into the slot along the back of the trimmer’s head, carefullly lining the 4 screw holes in the guard up with the 4 screw holes in the trimmer head. 5. Insert screws and securely attach the safety guard (see Fig. 4a). NOTE: Safety Guard will only fit one way. ! CAUTION: Line cutter on edge of safety guard is sharp. Use caution when handling. Fig. 4 Fig.
TO USE TRIMMER FOR EDGING: ROTATE REAR HANDLE AND UPPER SHAFT 180˚ (Figs. 9, 9a and 10) 1. Disconnect the trimmer from the power supply. 2. To rotate the top shaft 180o, pull (separate) both the top and bottom collars apart (see Fig.9), and rotate the top shaft with rear handle (and auxiliary handle) 180°. Release both collars and shaft will lock in place. 3. Your trimmer is ready for use as an edger (See Figs. 9a and 10). ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT (Fig.
OPERATION cont. OPERATION cont. TRIMMING AND EDGING (Figs. 11 and 12) When trimming, cut from left to right for cutting efficiency; this throws the clippings away from the operator (See Fig. 11). To edge, rotate the shaft 180˚ (See Page 17, Figs. 9, 9a and 10). Place edge guide and trimmer head above the surface you are going to edge, as shown in Fig. 12. THE CUTTING LINE ! WARNING: DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the trimmer. A single 0.
OPERATION cont. OPERATION cont. TO REPLACE CUTTING LINE (Fig. 14) REMOVE THE SPOOL For easy spool replacement we recommend using Craftsman 71-85967, bump feed replacement spool with 0.065 cutting line. It is factory wound for maximum reliability. FILLING SPOOL WITH CUTTING LINE cont. (Fig. 15) 4. When the wound cutting line reaches the eyelets (recesses), cut the line. Temporarily park the line in the spool rail notch on one side of the spool as shown in Fig. 15. 1.
ACCESSORIES 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. ! 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.
The model number will be found on the nameplate of the Trimmer. Always mention the model number when requesting parts and service for your tool. Model No. 172.74544 12-in. Weedwacker® Electric Trimmer 24 of the Trimmer. Always mention the model number when requesting parts and service for your tool. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Parts No.
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