Craftsman 104.79211 Trimmer User Manual
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1. Before operating the unit stand in the operating position Fig 15 Check for the following e The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing e With a slightly bent right arm the operator s right hand is holding the shaft grip e The operator s left arm is straight and left hand holding the upper handle e The unit is at waist level e The cutting attachment is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the grass without the need to bend over HOLDING THE TRIMMER Fig 15 TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS e For best trimming results operate unit at full throttle e Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground e Do not force the cutting attachment Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting especially along walls Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the engine e Cut grass over 8 inches 200 mm by cutting from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or engine drag e Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the cutting area at the desired height Move either in a forward backward or side to side motion Cutting shorter lengths produces the best results e Trim only when grass and weeds are dry e The life of your cutting line is dependent upon 1 Proper adherence to explained trimming techniques 2 What vegetation is cut 3 Where vegetation is cut For example the line will wear faster when trimmi2. Operator s Manual 4 Cycle PROPANE POWERED TRIMMER Models 104 79212 16 4 oz 465 g propane bottle 104 79211 not included e SAFETY e ASSEMBLY e OPERATION e MAINTENANCE For assistance with assembly TROUBLESHOOTING or operation call WARRANTY 1 800 235 5878 CAU ION Before using this product read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our web site www sears com craftsman 769 03546 SERVICE AND SAFETY CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE PROPANE TRIMMER TABLE OF CONTENTS S rvice ANd Safety 0 essesssscsssecssesnessssessseessecssecessvessecsneessees 2 Safe Operation Rules ou sesssesseessecssssessessseessessesseesneessessessees 3 Understanding your trimMe te cssseesssecssecsseesneesneeeneeesnes 4 ASSEMBLY cas cesccciten A A EEEE 5 Oil Informatio N seeren i see rE dee 6 Understanding Propane scssessssssssecssesssssessecsseesseeseesseenss 7 Installing the Propane Canister secsssecsseesessesseesseesseess 8 Installing Attach ment ccsecssessesssessessssssessesssesssessesseesseenss 9 Starting StOPPING riire iiiar i ek 10 Operat oman S 11 Maintenance esssssessscsesevesssssessssssssessessessscsesavessssversnsnesonss 12 Cleaning and Storage cecsesssessesssessesssesssessesssessseesessessecsneense 17 TroubleshootiN
3. _ Insert both ends of your line into the insertion holes in the side of the cutting head Fig 23 Trimming Line Insertion Holes Positioning Tunnel Glide Plate Fig 23 2 Push the bend in the line until the ends of the line push through the positioning tunnels Fig 24 MAINTENANCE 3 Pull the ends of the line until the line bend is centered between the two insertion holes and firmly against the side of the cutting head Fig 25 4 Correctly installed line will be the same length on both sides NOTE Some line breakage will occur from e Entanglement with foreign matter e Normal line fatigue e Attempting to cut thick stalky weeds e Forcing the line into objects such as walls or fence post MAINTENANCE ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT 1 Remove the four screws on the engine cover with a phillips head screw driver Fig 26 2 Remove the engine cover 3 Disconnect the spark plug wire 4 Clean dirt from around the spark plug Remove the spark plug by using tool provided turn counterclock wise This requires partial dissasembly of the engine If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this take the unit to a Sears or other qualified service dealer NOTE Inspect the valve to rocker arm clearance with a feeler gage after the first 25 hours of operation The engine must be cold when checking or adjusting the valve clearances This task should be performed in a clean dust
4. pane canister Never attempt to operate a unit that has a suspected leak Always remove the propane canister from any unit that has a suspected leak CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD Burning propane makes Carbon Monoxide CO CO is invisible has no smell and can kill you Operating your trimmer in an enclosed area can be dangerous 1 Use only in well ventilated areas If you experience headache drowsiness or nausea turn unit off and get fresh air quickly 2 Never use where people are sleeping 3 Follow unit instructions for proper use HANDLING amp STORAGE 1 Keep out of reach of children 2 Never expose cylinder to heat sparks or flame Never leave in direct sunlight Never store at tem peratures above 120 degrees 49 degrees C 3 Never store in living spaces 4 Always use cylinder until it is completely empty 5 Never refill a disposable cylinder Refilling may cause an explosion Federal law forbids transportation if re filled imposes a penalty up to 500 000 and 5 years imprisonment 49 U S C 5124 6 Never put in luggage or take on trains or aircraft 7 To discard contact local refuse hauler or recycle center Never put in fire or incinerator Do not puncture If your cylinder was purchased with a Green Key or similar device install it when empty and cylinder may be recycled with other steel items Green Key is a trademark of The Coleman Company Inc NOTE FIRE EXPLOSION HAZARD Cont
5. ACTION Stop the engine amp clean the cutting attachment Clean or replace the air filter ACTION Replace the spark plug IF FURTHER ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED CONTACT A SEARS OR OTHER QUALIFIED SERVICE DEALER 17 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE ENGINE TYPE AIR COOLED 4 CYCLE DISPLACEMENT 25 4 CC CLUTCH TYPE CENTRIFUGAL OPERATING R P M 6 800 9 300 R P M IDLE SPEED 3 000 3 400 R P M IGNITION TYPE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SWITCH PUSH ON OFF SWITCH VALVE CLEARANCE 0 003 0 006 INCHES 0 076 0 152 mm SPARK PLUG GAP 0 02 INCHES 0 5mm LUBRICATION SAE 10W 30 OIL CRANKCASE OIL CAPACITY 2 5 FLUID OZ 75 mL FUEL PROPANE 16 OZ 465 G CANISTER CARBURETOR CHOKE LESS ALL POSITION STARTER PULL START WITH AUTO REWIND MUFFLER BAFFLED WITH GUARD THROTTLE SAFETY LOCK WITH MANUAL SPRING RETURN DRIVE SHAFT AND HOUSING DRIVE SHAFT HOUSING ALUMINUM TUBE THROTTLE CONTROL FINGER TIP TRIGGER APPROXIMATE UNIT WEIGHT 13 1 14 9 LBS CUTTING MECHANISM HASSLE FREE CUTTING HEAD CUTTING HEAD DIAMETER 4 1 4 INCHES 108 mm TRIMMING LINE RED MEDIUM 71 85908 OR BLACK LARGE 71 85909 CUTTING PATH DIAMETER 14 INCHES 356 mm ALL SPECIFICATIONS ARE BASED ON THE LATEST PRODUCT INFORMATION AT THE TIME OF PRINTING WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE WARRANTY STATEMENT CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purc
6. Refer to Cleaning Air Filter p 13 ADJUST IDLE SPEED SCREW If after checking the fuel and cleaning the air filter the engine still will not idle adjust the idle speed screw as follows 1 Start the engine and let it run at a high idle for a minute to warm up Refer to Starting Stopping p 10 instructions 2 Release the throttle trigger and let the engine idle If the engine stops use a small phillips or flat blade to turn the idle speed screw in clockwise 1 8 of a turn at a time as needed until the engine idles smoothly NOTE The cutting attachment should not rotate when the engine idles 3 If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine idles turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn at a time as needed to reduce idle speed Checking the fuel cleaning the air filter and adjusting the idle speed should solve most engine problems If not and all of the following are true check the spark plug for proper gap and condition e the engine will not idle e the engine hesitates or stalls on acceleration e there is a loss of engine power f problem still occurs have the carburetor adjusted by a Sears or other qualified service dealer P WARNING Do not sand blast scrape or clean spark plug electrodes Grit in the engine could damage the cylinder Idle Adjustment Screw ORY 8
7. the dipstick Fig 17 MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation Change the oil while the engine is still warm but not hot The oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities 1 Unplug spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting 2 Remove the oil fill plug dipstick 3 Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container by tipping the unit to its side Fig 18 Allow ample time for complete drainage i Fig 18 NOTE Wear gloves to prevent injury when handling the unit 4 Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil that may have spilled Dispose of the oil according to Federal State and local regulations 5 Refill the crankcase with 2 5 fluid oz 75 mL of SAE 10W 30 SF SG or SH oil NOTE Use the bottle saved from initial use to measure the correct amount of oil The bottle measures approximately 2 5 fluid oz 75 mL Fig 16 Check the level with the dipstick If the level is low add a small amount of oil and recheck Do not overfill Fig 17 6 Replace the oil fill plug dipstick 7 Reconnect the spark plug boot 4 Cycle Motor Oil Fig 19 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER Clean and re oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation It is an important item to maintain Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to
8. the off position 3 When done using the trimmer for the day disconnect the propane canister from the unit WARNING Avoid accidental starting Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope Fig 13 To avoid serious injury the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting Make sure that any add on item is installed correctly and secure before starting the unit Fig 13 4 With the unit in the starting position do not squeeze the throttle control Fig 14 Then pull the rope smoothly and briskly The engine should start A cold ADVERTENCIA engine should start with 3 5 pulls A warm engine should start on the first pull WARNING NOTE On the very first use it may take extra pulls to fill the fuel system with propane WARNING Always wear eye hearing foot and body WARNING protection to reduce the risk of injury when ADVERTENCIA operating this unit 5 Squeeze the throttle control slightly to warm up the engine for 15 to 30 seconds In cold weather move the throttle slowly until the engine warms up for 30 to 60 seconds i NOTE This unit is provided with a Fast Idle Lock Fig 14 If experiencing starting difficulties under regular conditions squeeze the throttle control then push and hold the Fast Idle lock forward while releasing the throttle trigger Then start the unit OPERATION OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER
9. your engine 1 Remove the phillips head screw in the air filter cover Then pull the air filter cover out and upwards Fig 20 2 Remove the air filter Fig 20 Air Filter Base Plate Fig 20 3 Wash the filter in detergent and water Rinse the filter thoroughly and allow it to dry 4 Apply enough clean SAE 10W 30 motor oil to lightly coat the filter 5 Squeeze the filter and remove excess oil 6 Replace the filter NOTE If the unit is operated without the air filter you will VOID the warranty 7 Reinstall the air filter cover Position the hooks on the top of the air filter base plate into the slots at the top of the filter cover 8 Swing the cover until the air filter cover snaps into place and replace the screw WARNING To avoid serious personal injury be sure to turn the unit off before servicing it MAINTENANCE CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable An idle adjust ment screw is on the rear side of the carburetor Fig 21 NOTE Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit Only a Sears or other qualified dealer should make carburetor adjustments CLEAN AIR FILTER The condition of the air filter is important to the opera tion of the unit A dirty or oil saturated air filter will restrict air flow This is often mistaken for an out of adjustment carburetor Check the condition of the air filter before adjusting the idle speed screw
10. AD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING Inspect the unit before use Replace damaged parts e Check for fuel leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure Replace parts that are cracked chipped or damaged in any way Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts e Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as glass wire etc e Be aware of the risk of injury to the head hands and feet e Clear the area of children bystanders and pets At a minimum keep all children bystanders and pets outside a 50 feet 15 m radius there still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown objects Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection If you are approached stop the unit immediately e Use only Craftsman red medium thickness 85908 or black wide thickness 85909 replacement lines Never use metal reinforced line wire or rope These can break off and become dangerous projectiles e Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns automatically to the idle position Make all adjustments or repairs before using unit e Do not operate this unit when tired ill under the influence of alcohol drugs or medications e This unit is intended for adult use only Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use the unit e Familiarize yourself with the controls and proper use of your trimmer prior to using SAFE OPERATION RULES e N
11. Aes Fig 21 REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG Use NGK CMR 6A or Champion RCJ6Y replacement spark plugs The correct air gap is 0 02 in 0 5 mm Remove the plug after every 25 hours of operation and check its condition 1 Stop the engine and allow it to cool Remove the spark plug cover Grasp the plug wire firmly and pull the cap from the spark plug 2 Clean dirt from around the spark plug Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head by using a 5 8 in socket turning it counterclockwise 3 Replace cracked fouled or dirty spark plug Set the air gap at 0 02 in 0 5 mm using a feeler gauge Fig 22 4 install a correctly gapped spark plug in the cylinder head Turn the 5 8 in socket clockwise until snug If using a torque wrench torque to 110 120 in Ib 12 3 13 5 N m NOTE Do not over tighten p 0 02 in 0 5 mm Fig 22 LINE REPLACEMENT For Hassle Free Cutting Head Always use Craftsman Hassle Free XTRA QUIET Spiral Line Choose the line size best suited for the job at hand Red colored line is designed for cutting grass and small weeds Black colored line is designed for cutting larger weeds and light brush NOTE Before inserting new line into the holes in the cutting head identify the proper holes by following the directions on the glide plate Fig 23 Do not attempt to remove the cutting head from the unit when replacing line
12. ains enough gas to cause serious fire explosion and burns To reduce chance of leak fire or explosion BEFORE USE 1 Check propane cylinder and trimmer seals Never use with damaged or missing seals Discard cylinder if dirt or rust particles are in valve area 2 Turn trimmer off 3 Attach cylinder outdoors away from pilot lights flames sparks or other ignition sources These sources can ignite leaking gas 4 Hand tighten only Never use tools to tighten Over tightening can damage seals Check for leaks Put soapy water on connections Look for bubbles Listen for hiss of escaping gas Feel for extreme cold Smell for rotten egg odor Do not use if leaking 6 Read and follow trimmer instructions wn DURING USE Never use near pilot lights flames sparks or other ignition sources They can ignite leaking gas AFTER USE 1 Turn trimmer off and let cool 2 Detach cylinder when not in use 3 Detach outdoors away from pilot lights flames sparks or other ignition sources they can ignite leaking gas 4 Replace cylinder cap to keep valve clean IN CASE OF FIRE 1 Leave area quickly and call 911 or your local fire depart ment for help 2 Let fire burn out INSTALLING THE PROPANE CANISTER WARNING Propane is highly flamable and its vapors can explode if ignited Take the following precautions USE THE CORRECT PROPANE CANISTER Always use Propane canisters or Bottles that ar
13. ark Plug p 14 11 Reinstall the spark plug wire IF THE CLEARANCE IS NOT WITHIN SPECIFICATION 1 Loosen the jam nut and turn the adjusting screw as necessary To increase the clearance turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise To decrease the clearance turn the adjusting screw clockwise 2 Tighten the jam nut when the clearance is set 3 Recheck the both clearances Readjust if necessary 4 Reinstall the rocker arm cover using a new gasket 5 Tighten cover screws evenly until snug 6 Reinstall the engine cover checking the alignment of the cover Tighten the four engine cover screws until snug The recommended clearance for both intake and exhaust is 0 076 0 152mm 0 003 0 006in e Use a standard automotive 0 127mm 0 005in feeler gage CLEANING AND STORAGE CLEANING Use a small brush to clean the outside of the unit Do not use strong detergents Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon and sol vents such as kerosene can damage plastic housing or handle Wipe off any moisture with soft cloth STORAGE Remove propane canister e Never store the unit with attached propane canister where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing Lock up the unit to prevent unauthorized use or damage Store the unit in a dry well ventilated area e Store unit out of reach of children WARNING To avoid serious injury alwa
14. be fixed Discount of 10 from regular price of service and related installed parts not covered by the agreement also 10 off regular price of preventive maintenance check Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative Think of us as a talking owner s manual Once you purchase the Repair Protection Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Repair Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will provide a full refund Or a prorated refund any time after the product warranty period expires Purchase your Repair Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information in the U S A call 1 800 827 6655 Coverage in Canada varies on some items For full details call Sears Canada at 1 800 361 6665 Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage door openers water heaters and other major home items in the U S A or Canada call 1 800 4 MY HOME 19 Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice manage jy home www managemyhome com For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems
15. clockwise 3 Remove the empty canister 4 Dispose of empty propane canisters in accordance to Federal State and local Regulations WARNING Never attempt to force a connector onto a propane canister that has improper or damaged threads A WARNING ADVERTENCIA This container and by products of the combustion of its contents contain WARNING chemicals known to the state of meee California to cause cancer birth deffects or other reproductive harm A y Extrememly flamable fire explosion Hazard contents under pressure WARNING Carbon monoxide hazard ADVERTENCIA at Propane is extremely flamable Vapor may explode Always stop the engine WARNING and allow it to cool before replacing Me jsegese the propane canister Do not smoke Keep sparks and open flames ata distance from the area N J INSTALLING ATTACHMENTS AVAILABLE CUTTING ATTACHMENTS Brushcutter attachment cccccccssscssscssscsssesssessseeessnees 358 79244 Edger attache nt csscssssssssssscsssssesssseesssessssessssesses 358 79240 Cultivator attachment ccccccsssssssssssssssssesssssssesssessseeees 358 79241 Blower attachment ccsecsecssesssesssssssscsesssssseessessseseseeeees 358 79242 Pruner AttACHMe Na cecsscssscsesscsssssssssesesssesssesssssssesesseees 358 79245 INSTALLING CUTTING ATTACHMENTS Your unit is provided with the Hassle Free Cutting Head attachment shaft NOTE Place the u
16. e maintenance procedures may require oil level reading special tools or skills If you are unsure about these procedures call 1 800 235 5878 for assistance 3 Keep dirt grass clippings and other debris out of the engine Clean the area around the oil fill plug dipstick before removing it NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed 4 Remove the oil fill plug dipstick and wipe off oil Rein by any non road engine repair establishment individual sert it all the way back in or authorized service dealer 5 Remove the oil fill plug dipstick and check the oil level Oil Fill Plug Dipstick ____ Oil should be between the add and fill marks Fig 16 6 If the level is low add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole Fig 17 and recheck Repeat this procedure until the oil level reaches the full mark of the dipstick O ring NOTE Do not overfill the unit NOTE Make sure the O Ring is in place on the oil fill plug dipstick when checking and changing the oil Fig 16 WARNING When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard Oil Fill Plug or cause product damage Dipstick ae WARNING To prevent extensive engine wear and damage to the unit always maintain the Oil Fill Hole proper oil level in the crankcase Never operate the unit with the level below the bottom of
17. e the correct size The 17 ounce or 16 4 ounce canisters that are approximately 3 7 8 inch in diameter are the cor rect canisters Fig 8 Do not use the smaller diameter canisters as they will not latch securely to the unit and vibration may cause damage to the trimmer and poten tially result in a dangerous leak 16 4 OZ 465g Fig 8 CANISTER ATTACHING THE PROPANE CANISTER 1 Make sure the engine is off 2 If the propane canister to be installed has a protec tive plastic cap over the threaded end remove it Make sure the canister clamp is in the un latched position 3 Insert the threaded end of the propane canister into the clamp as far as it will go Fig 9A Insert the propane con nector onto the threaded end of the canister and screw it onto threads clockwise Fig 9B Screw it until snug Do not over tighten It may be normal to hear or smell a slight momentary leak of propane as the connector is being screwed in Make sure that the connector is installed tight enough that any leakage stops Hand tight is sufficient Slide canister back so all of fuel line components are behind the guard and latch the canister clamp Guard Ra ae gs ES Canister Clamp Propane Connector Fig 9B REMOVING THE PROPANE CANISTER 1 Make sure the engine is off 2 Un latch the bottle clamp and push canister against the guard exposing the propnae connector Remove the propane connector by turning it counter
18. ed shaft ASSEMBLY TOOL KIT Your unit is provided with a tool kit Fig 1 This tool kit consists of the following 4mm Allen Wrench a 5 mm Allen Wrench a 8 amp 10 mm Wrench z Four 5 mm Screws l with captive washers Pa ye Washers oP P oP OP n Me Phillips Screw Driver Socket Wrench si eo Straight Shaft models include 2 Plate Washers Fig 1 INSTALLING CUTTING ATTACHMENT SHIELD Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment shield on your unit is not installed Use only the instructions that apply to the type of shaft and shield that your unit is equipped with FOR CURVED SHAFT TRIMMERS Place the cutting attachment shield and spacer against tube as shown in Fig 2 Use the 2 screws provided to clamp the cap and shield onto the tube Tighten the screws evenly Make sure the shield does not touch any rotating parts CuttingAttachment Shield Attaching Screws Fig 2 FOR STRAIGHT SHAFT TRIMMERS Place the cutting attachment shield onto the shaft mount Install using provided hardware in the sequence as shown Fig 3 Shaft Mount Cutting Attachment Shield Plate Washer Washer F Lock Washer Attaching Screws Fig 3 INSTALLING THE UPPER HANDLE AND SAFETY BAR 1 Locate the 4 screws included in the tool kit 2 Assemble the upper handle safety bar and 4 attaching screws as shown in Fig 4 Position the handle parts e
19. er free from grass leaves excessive grease or carbon buildup OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS e Never store a unit with propane canister attached inside a building where vapor may reach an open flame or spark e Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting Be sure to secure the unit while transporting e Store the unit in a dry area locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage out of the reach of children e Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid Keep handles dry clean and free from debris Clean after each use see Cleaning and Storage instruc tions p 19 e Keep these instructions Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users If you loan someone this unit also loan them these instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRIMMER SAFETY amp INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product Read the operator s manual for complete safety assembly operating and maintenance and repair information WARNING Indicates danger warning or caution May be used in conjunction with other symbols or ON OFF STOP CONTROL ON START RUN pictographs WARNING READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Read the operator s manual s and follow all warnings ON OFF STOP CONTROL OFF or STOP and safety instructions Failure to do so can result in serious in
20. ever start or run the unit inside a closed room or build ing Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal Operate this unit only in a well ventilated outdoor area e Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI 287 1 standards and are marked as such Wear ear hearing protection when operating this unit Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty e Wear heavy long pants boots gloves and along sleeve shirt Do not wear loose clothing jewelry short pants sandals or go barefoot Secure hair above shoulder level e The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while operating the unit as a trimmer Do not operate unit without proper line installed e This unit has a clutch The cutting attachment remains stationary when the engine is idling If it does not have the unit adjusted by a Sears or other qualified service dealer e Adjust the handle to your size in order to provide the best grip Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything before starting the unit e Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light e Avoid accidental starting Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting Refer to Starting Stopping Instructions p 10 e Only use this tool for its intended purpose e Do not overreach Always keep proper footing and bal ance e Always hold the unit with both hands when operat
21. free environment Engine cover screws amp screws 5 Clean dirt from around the rocker arm cover 6 Remove the three screws holding the rocker arm cover with a phillips head screwdriver 7 Remove the rocker arm cover and gasket Fig 27 Rocker Arm Cover Screws Rocker Arm Cover WARNING To prevent serious injury never perform maintenance or repairs with unit running Always service and repair a cool unit Disconnect the spark plug wire to ensure that the unit cannot start 8 Pull the starter rope slowly to bring the piston to the top of its travel this position is known as top dead center Check that the piston is at the top of its travel by looking down into the spark plug hole Both valves should be closed and the rocker arms should move freely If this statement is not true repeat this step until top dead center is acheived before proceeding to the next step 9 Slide a feeler gage between the rocker arm and the valve return spring Measure the distance between the rocker arm and valve stem Fig 28 Take care to only measure the free play It is very easy to insert too thick a feeler gauge and accidentally depress the valve and valve return spring Measure both the intake and exhaust valve distances Adjusting Screws Rocker Arm Feeler Gauge Exhaust Valve Intake Valve Valve Return Spring Fig 28 10 Check the spark plug and reinstall see Replacing the Sp
22. hase return it to any Sears store Parts and Repair Service Center or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair or replacement if repair prove s impossible This warranty applies for only 90 days if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes This warranty covers ONLY defects in materal and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period such as cutting line filters or spark plugs Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the product according to all supplied instructions Preventive maintenance or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture contaminated or stale fuel This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Craftsman product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require repair from time to time That s when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation Here s what the Repair Protection Agreement includes Expert service by our 10 000 professional repair specialists Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs Product replacement up to 1500 if your covered product can t
23. ing Keep a firm grip on both handles or grips e Keep hands face and feet at a distance from all moving parts Do not touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it rotates e Do not touch the engine gear housing or muffler These parts get extremely hot from operation even after the unit is turned off WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut trim or edge Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting e Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another e If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object stop the engine immediately and check for damage Do not operate before repairing damage Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts Stop the unit switch the engine to off and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair e Use only identical replacement parts and accesories designed for this line trimmer Use of any other parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user or damage to the unit and void your warranty e Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield e To reduce fire hazard replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor Keep the engine and muffl
24. jury to the operator and or bystanders WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION WARNING ii Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye m KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING injury and hearing loss Wear eye protection meeting 4 9 Keepall bystanders especially children and pets at ANSI Z87 1 standards and ear protection when oh least 50 feet 15 m from the operating area operating this unit Use a full face shield when needed HOT SURFACE WARNING Do not touch a hot muffler gear housing or cylinder You ra OIL Refer to operator s manual for the proper type of oil may get burned These parts get extremely hot from opera Mh tion They remain hot for a short time after the unit turned off Ne THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN SHARP BLADE WARNING ce SAUSESEVERE INE YWARNING S Sharp blade on cutting attachment shield To prevent ren Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in i serious injury do not touch the line cutting blade place Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment Starter Rope Muffler Guard Grip Fast Idle Lock Serial Number Upper Handle Air Filter Attachment Cover Hassle Free Shaft Shaft Grip Cutting Head Throttle Control Attachment Propane Canister Coupler Anti Kickback Bar NOTE This illustration may differ from your unit For example the picture shows a straight shaft your unit may have a curv
25. n Fig 12 3 While firmly holding the upper shaft housing pull the cutting attachment or add on straight out of the coupler Fig 12 Coupler Release Button pen Q lt lt gt Fig 12 WARNING To avoid serious injury and damage to the unit shut off the unit before removing or installing WARNING attachments ADVERTENCIA STARTING STOPPING STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Start On I 1 Check the oil level in the crankcase Refer to Checking the Oil Level p 12 2 Turn switch to ON position Fig 14 Fast Idle NOTE If your unit is equipped with a spring loaded type ON OFF switch it will always remain in the ON position 3 Place trimmer firmly on the ground or a very sturdy work surface Make sure cutting head is clear of all objects Make sure all bystanders are a minimum of 50 feet 15m away Do not attempt to start near pilot lights or any open flame Do not smoke Grasp the starter rope handle with one hand and the handle pole with the other hand Fig 13 Fig 14 NOTE When starting the engine in very hot or cold conditions it may be necessary to squeeze the throttle control while pulling the starter rope STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Release your hand from the throttle control Allow the engine to cool down by idling 2 If your unit is equipped with a spring loaded ON OFF switch press and hold the button on OFF until the unit stops Otherwise push the switch to
26. ng ssssesessssosseserororororororororsnsnsnsnororororrorororerorsrsrs 17 SPECICATION S wainene i e 18 EEES AE E E E E E E E EES 19 SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE NOTE For users on U S Forest Land and in the states of California Maine Oregon and Washington All U S Forest Land and the state of California Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443 Oregon and Washington require by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and or grass covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor maintained in effective working order or the engine be constructed equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire Check with with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements Failure to follow these require ments could subject you to liability or a fine This unit is is factory equipped with a spark arrestor All information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest production information available at the time of printing We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice WARNING When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or product damage WARNING When using this unit you must follow these safety rules Please read these to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders Please keep these instructions for later use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSRUCTIONS RE
27. ng against a foundation wall as opposed to trimming around a tree Some line breakage will occur from e Entanglement with foreign matter e Normal line fatigue e Attempting to cut thick stalky weeds e Forcing the line into objects such as walls or fence posts NOTE This unit is equipped with an Anti Kickback bar This bar helps protect you from kick back which may occur during operation The Anti Kickback bar hits the side of your leg when the trimmer jumps back prevent ing the cutting head to contact the operator MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED REFER TO BEFORE STARTING ENGINE CHECK OIL PAGE 6 EVERY 10 HOURS CLEAN AND RE OIL AIR FILTER PAGE 13 FIRST CHANGE AT 10 HOURS CHECK OIL PAGE 13 EVERY 25 HOURS THEREAFTER CHECK OIL PAGE 13 EVERY 25 HOURS CHECK SPARK PLUG POSITION GAP PAGE 14 EVERY 25 HOURS ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT PAGE 16 Perform these required maintenance procedures at CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL the frequency stated in the table These procedures should also be apart ofany seasonal tune up The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized NOTE Failure to maintain your trimmer at the recom Check oil before each use mended schedule may result in poor performance 1 Stop the engine and allow to cool and or cause permanent damage to your trimmer 2 Place the unit on a flat level surface to get a proper NOTE Som
28. nit on the ground or on a work bench to make accessory installation or removal easier 1 Turn knob counterclockwise to loosen Fig 10 2 While firmly holding the attachment shaft push it straight into the attachment coupler Fig 10 NOTE Aligning the release button with receiving hole will help installation Fig 10 Line up parts Attachment Coupler Receiving Hole Release Button Ly Attachment Knob Shaft Upper Shaft Housing Fig 10 3 Turn the knob clockwise to tighten Fig 11 The unit is ready to use NOTE e Lock the release button in the receiving hole and securely tighten the knob before operating this unit e Except for edging attachments are to be used in the receiving hole only Using the wrong hole could lead to personal injury or damage to the unit e Always install the attachment so that the engine is upright propane tank on bottom when unit is oper ated A secondary receiving hole is provided for use of a trimmer being used for edging only No other acces sory should be used in this secondary hole 90 edging hole Fig 11 EDGING POSITION For edging lock the release button of the cutting attachment into the 90 edging hole Fig 11 so that the engine remains in the upright position while operating 90 Edging Hole Fig 11 REMOVING CUTTING ATTACHMENTS 1 Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen Fig 12 2 Press and hold the release butto
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30. oil and remove the 3 Remove the oil plug dipstick from the crankcase Fig 7 A covering the opening Replace the top 4 Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole Fig 7 ig 5 4 Cycle Motor Oil Fig 5 Oil fill plug dipstick Oil Fill Hole Fig 7 NOTE Save the bottle of oil It can be used to measure Eheakoil bar h dch Aen the correct amount during future oil changes See ECV OL OETOTE CASA V Sand Mange as NEJEN NEIE Changing The Oil p 13 to Changing the Oil p 13 5 Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall the oil plug dipstick WARNING Overfilling crankcase may cause hot oil to drip from air filter and smoke to come out from the exhaust Check and maintain the proper oil level in the crank case it is important and cannot be over emphasized Check the oil before each use and change as needed See Changing the Oil p 13 UNDERSTANDING PROPANE SAFETY WARNINGS FOR PROPANE UNITS NOTE Use propane only in containers specifically designed and approved for this unit Propane is a combustible gas it is colorless and thus invisible to the naked eye Propane has a harmless odorant added so that it is possible to smell it The propane odorant makes the propane smell like sulfer or rotten eggs If at any time the smell of propane is identified turn off the engine If the leak persists remove the pro
31. venly over the rubber sleeve on shaft Do not com pletely tighten 3 While holding the unit in the operating position Fig 14 position the upper handle to the location that pro vides you the best grip 4 Tighten the clamp screws evenly until the upper handle is secure Attaching Screws eT 5 Upper Handle ia e Rubber Sleeve Safety Bar Fig 4 WARNING To prevent serious injury never operate the trimmer without the cutting attachment in place OIL INFORMATION RECOMENDED OIL TYPE 2 Place the unit on a level surface Fig 6 Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important Check the oil before each use and change the oil regularly Failure to use the correct oil or using dirty oil can cause premature engine wear and failure Use a high quality SAE 10W 30 weight oil of API American Petroleum Institute service class SF SG SH 5 T ADDING OIL TO THE CRANKCASE sill INITIAL USE 7 NOTE This unit is shipped without oil in the crankcase In order to avoid damage to the unit put oil in the crankcase before you attempt to start the unit Yea Your unit is supplied with one 2 5 fluid oz 75 mL bottle of SAE 10W 30 SF SG or SH oil Fig 5 Fig 6 1 Unscrew the top of the bottle of
32. ys turn your off and allow it to cool before you service it LONG TERM STORAGE 1 Remove propane canister 2 Allow the engine to cool Remove the spark plug and put 5 drops of high quality motor oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil Rein stall the spark plug NOTE Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the cylinder before attempting to start the trimmer after storage 3 Change the oil referring to Changing the Oil p 13 Dispose of the old oil in accordance to Federal State and Local regulations 4 Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any loose or damaged parts Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws nuts or bolts The unit is ready for storage TRANSPORTATION e Allow the engine to cool before transporting e Secure the unit while transporting Remove propane canister TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION Empty propane canister Install full canister Bad spark plug Replace the spark plug ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE CAUSE ACTION Air filter is plugged Improper carburetor adjustment ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE CAUSE Cutting attachment bound with grass Dirty air filter ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING CAUSE Bad spark plug Replace or clean the air filter Adjust according to the carburetor adjustment section or take to a Sears or other qualified service dealer for an adjustment
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