Operator's Manual CRAFTSMR 5 Amp Motor 14 Inch Cutting Path / 0,065 In. Line ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER ® Model No. 358.745460 • Safety • Assembly • ° Operation Maintenance • Espar_ol, p. 16 / J Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating WARNING: Instructions before first use of this product. For Call answers 7 am-7 • Sears, to your questions this product: pm, Mon-Sat; Sun,about 10 am-7 pm 1-800-235-5878 Roebuck 545123834 (Hours ,isted are Central Time) and Co., Hoffman Rev.
Warranty Statement Identification of Safety Symbols Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY LINE TRIMMER 2 2 4 6 9 12 Service & Adjustments Parts Available Storage Troubleshooting Table Spanish Parts Ordering ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC 13 14 14 15 16 Back Cover WEEDWACKER ® When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, if this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or other
Toreduce theriskofelectric shock, donotexpose unittowater. Donotoperate unitonwetground orinrain. _ lently. Youcanbeblinded orinjured. Always wearhearing protection and safety g lasses ma_ked Z87. Always Trimmer linelong canthrow viowear heavy, pants, objects long sleeves, boots and gloves. Hazard zone for thrown objects. • Trimmer line throws objects violently. • You and others can be blinded/injured. • Keep chitdren, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away.
When servicing unit,useonlyidentical replacement parts< Never allow children tooperate thisunit. _WARNING:When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always befollowed toreduce theriskoffire,electric shock, andserious injury< Read and follow allinstructions< mals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit immediately< If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, call 1-800-235-5878.
• Donotusetheunitiftheswitch does damp orwetlocations, oraround swimming pools, hottubs, etc.Donot notturntheunitonandoffproperly. expose tosnow, rain,orwater toavoid Repairs totheswitch must bemade thepossibility ofelectrical shock. byyourauthorized service dealer. • Useavoltage supply asshown on • Keep theextension cordclearofopunit. erator andobstacles atalltimes.Do • Avoid dangerous situations. Donot notexpose cords toheat, oil,water, useinthepresence offlammable orsharp edges.
• Useonlyindaylight oringoodartificiallight. MAINTENANCE SAFETY _WARNING: Disconnect unit from the power supply before performing maintenance, or when changing trimmer line. • Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. Follow instructions for changing trimmer line. • Have all service and maintenance not explained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer to avoid creating a hazard. • Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid.
2. Push thetubeintothemotor housinguntilitsnaps intoplace. Motor Housing _'_._ I_stallatiOnrrows 3. Try to remove tube from switch handle and motor housing. If the tube remains in place, it is propedy snapped into place. If the tube wilt not remain in place, repeat steps 1 and 2. Push until the tube snaps into place. ATTACHING THE SHIELD _WARNING: The shield must be properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others.
3. Clip the wheel together securely on the other side, The wheel should turn freely, INSTALLATION OF ASSIST HANDLE 1. Press the two buttons on the sides of the switch handle. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Turn height adjuster in the direction indicated to unlock (see illustration). ,_ "- _))L ," / / / Button adjuster BU_OR Assist Handle 2. Push the assist handle over the buttons and release the buttons. 3.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourseff with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Trigger Switch Assist Motor Housing operator's manual Debris Shie{d Head Trimmer Wheel Line Limiter Pin POWER CORD The POWER CORD is where you attach your extension cord to the unit. TRIGGER SWITCH The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn on the unit.
Extension cords are available unit at Sears. for this ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER 1. Form a toop in your extension cord. 2. Push the loop through the slot in the handle (see illustration). _ WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes and face and cause blindness or other serious injury. When operating unit, stand as shown and check for the following: • Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.
• When the required amount of line is fed out, gently pull on the second line (there is no need to press the manual line feed button again). • If the line extends past the line limiter pin, too much line has been fed out. If too much line is fed out, remove the spool cap and click spool counterclockwise until the tine is at the desired length. To remove 8pool cap: 1. Press and hold in the two cap release latches. 2. PuIt cap away from the hub. o_ Spo Hub _ Cap Cap release ch mIWARNING: Use only 0.
MOWING Your trimmer is ideai for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallet to the ground. Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool. Edging Mowing Direction SCALPING The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetation down to the ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle.
• Trigger Switch - Ensure switch functions properly by pressing and releasing the trigger switch. Make sure motor stops. • Debris Shield - Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged. AFTER EACH USE INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS • After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Never use a damaged trimmer. • Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent. • Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
9, Repeat on the lower section of the spool. 3. 4. Remove old spool. Clean entire surface of hub and spool. 5. Replace with a pre-wound spool or cut two lengths of 13 feet (4 meters) of 0.085" (1.85 mm) diameter Craftsman brand line. Use of heavier lines could overioad and damage unit. Notches Ai_WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile. 6.
1. Wind cord carefully to avoid kinking. 2. To release the cord, press the button and the bracket will drop down (see illustration). Bracket 3. TROUBLESHOOTING Push cord bracket fully back into position. TABLE _WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating.
