Instruction Manual J€:RAFTSMA#°J CULTIVATOR A'I-FACHMENT Model No. C944.511580 • • Safety Assembly • • Operation Maintenance • Parts List WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Sears Canada, 545001432 2/14/05 Inc.
Warranty Statement 2 Service & Adjustments 9 Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance 2 5 6 8 Storage 9 Parts List Parts and Ordering Center Section Back Cover LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, Sears Canada, Inc., will repair or replace free of charge, at Sears option, parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship.
/ Hazard Zone Keep children, bystanders, and animals 30 feet (10 meters) away. Stop unit immediately if approached. • Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87. • Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. • Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. • Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.
carry current fromthepower source andmaybeused forthismeasure of thefulllength oftheextension cordto safety. theunit. Anundersized extension UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY cordwillcause adropinlinevoltage _&WARNING: Disconnect powerresulting inlossofpower andoverhead spark plug (or disconnect powerheating. Ifindoubt, usethenext heavier gauge. Thelower thegauge head from power source) before pernumber, theheavier thecord. forming maintenance. • Inspect entire unit before each use. • Donotusemultiple cords.
• Holdtheunitfirmly withbothhands. • Keep firmfooting andbalance. Do notoverreach orstand onunstable surfaces. • Lookbehind andusecarewhen backing up. • Keep allparts ofyourbody away fromthetinesandmuffler. • Donotforce theunit.Useonlyfor jobsexplained inthismanual. Use onlyforcultivating. Donotabuse unit.Donotuseinrainorwetlocations. • Useonlyindaylight orgoodartificial light. TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE • Stop powerhead before leaving work area.
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT READ THIS iNSTRUCTiON MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CULTIVATORA'i-FACHMENT Compare the illustrations with your attachment to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Hanger Shaft Tine Guard Cutting Tines CUTTING TINES The CUTTING TINES are designed loosen soil. OPERATING to TINE GUARD The TINE GUARD provides partial protection from the rotating tines.
INSTALLING ATTACHMENT 1. Remove the shaft cap from the attachment (if present) and discard. 2= Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of upper shaft coupler. Coupler Primary Hole Guide Recess Upper Shaft Locking/ Release Button CULTIVATING 1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to starting the engine/motor. 2. With the engine/motor running and the tines off the ground, press the throttle trigger to increase the engine speed. 3. Hold trigger handle and assist handle firmly.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug wire (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing maintenance.
TINE REPLACEMENT ,_WARNING: The tines will contin- ue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. To avoid serious injury, make sure the tines have stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug (or disconnect powerhead from power source) before performing work on the tines. 2. Remove the tines and felt cushions from the shaft. 3. Clean and oil the shaft. 4. Replace the tines and the felt cushions.