Instruction Manual 25cc / 1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER Model No. 0944.514320 • Safety • • • Assembly Operation Maintenance • Parts List - 22" Blade WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Sears Canada, 530164945 4/2/04 Inc.
Warranty 2 Storage Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Statement 2 4 5 7 Troubleshooting Service 8 Parts and Ordering & Adjustments Emissions 9 Chart Statement Parts List 10 11 Center Section Back Cover UMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY FOR CRAFTSMAR _'_GAS POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER 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 materials or workmanship.
Safety Glasses _i_ WARNING: Bladesce,q throwobjectsviolently. • Youcan be blindedor injured. • Wearsafetyglasses. B!ots ,%. Blades move momentarily after the trigger is _i_ WARNING: Hazard zone for thrown objects • Blades can throw objects violently. Others can be blinded or in ured. Keep peop e and an ma s 30 feet (t Om) away. Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut. _i_ WARNING: Blades move momentarily after the trigger is released. • The blades can seriously cut you or others.
• Use only for jobs explained in this manual. MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY • Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by a Sears Service Centre. • Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. • Do not use a cutting blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Have worn or damaged parts replaced by your Sears Service Centre.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the vadees controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Muffler Spark Plug ON/OFF Switch _/Throttle Lock Rand Guard --_Lock-out "_ Primer Bulb ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the engine. To stop the engine, move the switch to the OFF position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT POINTS • Use the minimum throttle speed necessary to effectively cut hedges for optimal hedge trimmer performance. • Never attempt to use this hedge trimmer to cut hedges that have any branches with a diameter larger than 7/16" (1 cm). OPERATING POSITION NOTE: Keep the throttle lock engaged until the engine starts. ON OFF 3. Slowly press the pnmer bulb 6 times. 4. Move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position.
tion, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. 2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times. 3. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. 4. Engage the throttle lock as directed in STARTING A COLD ENGINE. NOTE: Keep the throttle lock engaged until the engine starts. 5. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no more than 5 pulls. 6.
CLEAN AIR FILTER As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen. For normal homeowner use, however, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler and spark arresting screen be replaced by a Sears Service Centre. Air Filter Cover Air Filter Screw A didy air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions.
hedge trimmer blade. Sedous injury to the operator and others can occur if the carburetor is not properly adjusted. Keep all parts of your body away from the blade and muffler. Idle Speed Adjustment Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without blade moving (idle too fast) or engine stalling (idle speed too SLOW). • Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies. • Turn idle speed screw counterclockwise to decrease engine speed if the blade moves at idle.
ENGINE • Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil. • Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range (see REPLACE SPARK PLUG section). • Clean air filter. TROUBLESHOOTING • Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn pads.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U. S, Environmental Protection Agency/Environment Canada and Sears Canada, Inc., are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2002-2004 small off-roed engine. Sears Canada must warrant the emission control system on your small offroad engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your small off-toed engine.
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the instruction manual.
