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Craftsman 944.360050 Owner`s manual

1. 9 Connect wire to plug 6 Replace spark plug 7 Move throttle lever to FAST 1 Clean replace air filter Buildup of grass leaves 2 Clean underside of trimmer 3 Check oil level 4 Trim at slower walking 1 Check trimmer lines 2 Check all hardware 3 Check repair trimmer head fresh clean fuel carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline position and trimmer head speed including engine bolts 1 Bent engine crankshaft 1 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center 1 Belt not driving 1 Trimmer line length is too short 2 Throttle contro lever not in correct position if equipped 1 Trimmer line not properly installed 2 Broken line retainer clip 3 Incorrect size of trimmer line 15 1 Put belt on pulleys or replace belt if broken 1 if line is worn or broken to half original length replace line 2 Move throttle lever to FAST position 1 Follow instructions in Maintenance section 2 Replace string carrier plate assembly 3 Use 130 diameter trimmer line REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER MODEL NO 944 360050 CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER MODEL NO 944 360050 KEY PART NO NO T wes 2 150406 3 169791 4 STD502502 5 174317 6 174274 174030 8 169821X479 9 150078 10 169797X479 11 131959 12 136376 16 153638 17 STD541025 i0 66426 19
2. Remove screw at front of chassis cover Lift cover up and away from trimmer Tum trimmer on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft Remove belt from trimmer head pulley Remove idler assembly from chassis and remove belt and idler from trimmer Housing slots SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS e Remove belt from idler assembly by removing bottom beit keeper and idler pulleys Assemble new belt idler pulleys and bottom beit keeper to idler bracket Tighten pulley bolts securely Be sure belt is inside top belt keeper on idler assembly Position belt and idler assembly in trimmer and assemble idler to chassis Tighten securely Install belt around trimmer head pulley and engine pulley Replace chassis cover and tighten screw securely Always use Craftsman replacement parts to assure proper fit and long life 12 Chassis Belt 1 Md E Pe 7 4 Top belt keeper Screw Chassis cover Bolt idler Spacer bracket Flat idler Bottom belt keeper Flat idler Trimmer head pulley ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow take your unit to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and or adjustment CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a nonadju
3. ENGINE COVER in the Maintenance section of this manual For best resuits and longer lasting line use the ends of the line to do the cutting This is easily done by moving slowly through very thick and heavy weeds Use the left side of trimmer when trimming along fences walis flowerbeds and other such objects if trimmer lines become too short it will take longer to complete the job If trimmer lines are worn to less than half their original length they should be replaced See TO REPLACE TRIMMER LINE in the Maintenance section of this manual Trimmer head contact with concrete asphalt or other hard surfaces may cause premature wear of the ball on bottom of trimmer head MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners Ctean Tammer J Clean Trimmer Check Engine Level Change Engine Oil Clean Ait Filter inspect Muffler MAINTENANCE In TR 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operaling in dirty or dusty conditions 3 Replace Wiinsnes ines when they have worn to half their original length GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this trimmer does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain trimmer as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need t
4. including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual Warranty service is available by retuming the Craftsman Weedtrimmers only while this product is in use in Canada This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation Furthermore some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you Sears Canada inc Toronto Ontario M5B 2B8 WARNING This trimmer is equipped with an intemal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any if a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual SAFETY RULES WEAR YOUR SAFETY GLASSES FORESIGHT iS BETTEH THAN NO SIGHT GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow ail instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting Do not put hands o
5. reproductive harm ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new trimmer IMPORTANT This timmer is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine Your new trimmer has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembied for shipping purposes Ali parts such as nuts washers bolts etc necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag To ensure safe and proper operation of your trimmer all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct fools as necessary to ensure proper tightness Loose Parts Packed Separately C Safety 20 oz Trimmer Lines Goggles Bottle of oil 2 Sets 0 430 diameter x 16 75 inches long TO REMOVE TRIMMER FROM CARTON Remove loose parts included with trimmer Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down fiat Remove all packing materials Roll trimmer out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRIMMER TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT Unfold handie carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables Loosen handie knobs enough to allow upper handle to be unfolded from the shipping position Raise upper handle section into place on lower handie and tighten handle knobs Remove handle padding holding trimmer head control bar to upper handle Upper handle OPERAT
6. 171449 20 174038 21 198755 22 169787 23 150078 24 169789 25 57143 26 169795 27 83923 28 174037 29 174598 30 174032 31 172221 169803 174470 174682 DESCRIPTION Engine Model No 143 004018 See Breakdown Engine Bolt 3 8 16 Engine Pulley Includes setscrew Setscrew Pulley Engine Cover w screen Engine Cover Knob Engine Cover Stud Lower Handie Screw Hx Wshd 5 16 18 x 75 Upper Handie Handle Bolt Handle Knob Rope Guide Locknut 1 4 x 20 Wire Tire Control Bar Throttle Control Hex Washer Screw Axle Shaft Screw hex Wshd 5 16 18 x 75 Axle Spacer Wave Washer Wheel 10 x 1 75 Hex Flange Locknut 3 8 16 Drive Control Decal Warning Decal Engine Cover Bracket Axle Support Safety Goggles Not Shown Owner s Manual English Owner s Manual French 17 CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER MODEL NO 944 360050 CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER MODEL NO 944 360050 KEY PART NO NO 1 2 174040 174591 4 169790 5 172145004 6 166042 173716 8 751592 9 166043 10 160829 11 155552 12 173717 13 142748 14 145212 15 173811 16 170552 17 57808 18 85768 19 169800 20 169764 21 149746 22 570541137 23 STD551137 24 STD551037 25 169792 26 172551 27 174549 28 172603 29 169766X558 30 174543 31 174581 34 173531 35 172635 36 172516 37 174580 38 172523 39 172636 40 173619 41 174029 42 751153 43 174510 45 174596 DESCRIPTION 174024X558 Chassis Assembly Line 130 Dia x 16 75
7. 785 DESCRIPTION Screw 10 24 x 9 16 Nut amp Lock Washer 1 4 28 Retainer Clip Screw 1 4 28 x 7 8 Carburetor To intake Pipe Gasket Intake Pipe 36201 Governor Link Spring 37134 Control Bracket Incl 206 610973 Terminal 36200B Throttle Link 30200 Screw 10 24 x 9 16 650451 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 36786 Intake Pipe Gasket 650932 Screw 10 32 x 49 64 34338 Air Cleaner Gasket 36919 Air Cleaner Collar 36905 Air Cleaner Filter 37122 Air Cleaner Cover 37213A Blower Housing 30200 Screw 10 24 x 9 16 650831 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 36790A Muffler 650988 Screw 1 4 20 x 2 9 32 35000A Starter Cup 650926 Screw 8 32 x 21 64 34357 Fuel Line 26460 Fuel Line Clamp 35586 Fuel Tank inci 292 amp 301 36246 Fuel Cap 35577 Oil Fill Tube 36996 Q Ring 35499 O Ring 650562 Screw 10 32 x 3 8 35578 Dipstick 34080 Spacer Lubrication Deca 370C 37318 Primer Decal 3X 380 390 400 416 417 420 900 900 640262 Carburetor incl 184 590739 Rewind Starter 36792B Gasket Set Incl items Marked 36085 Spark Arrestor Kit Inci 417 Optional 650821 Screw 10 32 x 1 2 Optional 730225ASAE 30 4 Cycle Engine Oil Quart REPLACEMENT ENGINE 7508484 ORDER FROM 71 199 REPLACEMENT SHORT BLOCK 750812C ORDER FROM 71 999 RPM High 3250 to 3550 RPM Low 2450 to 2750 NOTE This engine could have been built with 590702 starter NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4
8. CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO 143 004018 AAA AA ara A A 5 Rc aes id iiid C MERE CC A 2 A LS ee ne HA KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin Incl 4 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 990601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley amp Rewind Spring Ass y 590703 Starter Housing Ass y 40 degree grommet 12 590535 ere ope 98 X 9 64 i dia 13 590701 Starter Handie Z 25 26 27 NEED A PART SEARS HAS ACCESS TO OVER 800 000 PARTS WHETHER IT S A SPARK PLUG OR TRIMMER LINE SEARS PARTS AND SERVICE CAN SUPPLY YOU WITH TOP QUALITY REPAIR PARTS FOR ALL YOUR PRODUCTS JUST CALL 1 800 469 4663 174470 Rev 1 04 19 00 VB Printed in U S A
9. HER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT Never cover trimmer while engine and exhaust areas are still warm ACAUTION Never store the trimmer with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to before storing in any enclosure TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Does not start Loss of power Excessive Vibration Starter rope hard to pull Loss of head drive Poortrimming performance Trimmer head does not retain line 1 Dirty air filter 2 Out of fuel 3 Stale fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire is disconnected 6 Bad spark piug 7 Throttle contro lever not in correct position if equipped Dirty air filter and trash under trimmer 1 2 3 Too much oil in engine 4 Walking speed too fast Lines uneven or broken Loose nuts or bolts Damaged trimmer head 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Fill fuel tank 3 Drain tank and refill with 4 Drain fuel tank and
10. ION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS OWNER S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER Compare the illustrations with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your trimmer or In literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning CATION ENGINE GEE PROPETARO CC MOT OPERATE WHN OR OTHERS ARF ARDURO REMOVE OBJECTS THAT af THRCWN BY THE CUTTING LINCS DD KOT EERVICE ADA CUTTING OF E HEAD OR OTER PARTS SPARE PLUG Orie LS UISCONNECTED peti da Lend 2 um 60 ACROSS SLOPES NOT UP AND LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING BALK AAAS HE Os Trimmer head control bar Throttle control Trimmer head control lever Starter handle Gasoline Engine cover Handle knob Primer Engine oit cap wi ORAE dipstick Chassis IMPORTANT This trimmer is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine Trimmer head contro bar must be held down to the handle to engage trimmer head Release to stop the trimmer head Primer pumps additional fuel trom the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine CON Of Trimmer head Trimmer line Throttle control used for starting and stopping the engine and allows you to select either fast or slow engine speed St
11. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 4 0 HORSEPOWER 20 INCH CUT WHEELED WEEDTRIMMER Model No 944 360050 safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts de o e m e TIT Ad caution Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario M5B 2B8 TABLE OF CONTENTS A A 2 Product Specifications 9 Safety Rules 3 Service and Adjustments 12 PASSENMDIY OD 5 DIOFAGR anida 14 CBSrFalODr EP Mus 6 Troubleshooting ses 15 Maintenance Schedule 9 16 Maintenance Y Parts Ordering ns Back Cover WARRANTY LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDTRIMMER For Two years from date of purchase Sears Canada Inc will repair or replace at Sears option free of charge parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE Warranty on Weedtrimmer will be ninety 90 days from date of purchase if used for commercial or rental purposes This Warranty does NOT cover Pre delivery set up Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as rotating lines belts air cleaners and spark plug Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence
12. Screw 5 16 18 x 1 Belt V Idfer Bracket Idfer Pulley V Groove Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 25 Hex Locknut 3 8 16 Idier Pulley Flat Shoulder Bolt Locknut 5 16 18 Spacer Shoulder Bolt Flange Locknut Return Spring Debris Shietd Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 Screw 10 24 x 3 4 Skirt Chassis Cover Fop Screw 10 24 x 4 3 4 Nut 3 8 24UNF Lockwasher 3 8 Flatwasher 3 8 Pulley Driven Spacer Pulley Bearing Jackshaft Cover Bottom Spindle Hsg Asm Includes Upper Bearing Key No 27 Retaining Ring 17mm External Carrier Plate Assembly Fixed Spacer Cover Bearing Retaining Ring 40mm Internal Mow Bolt Mow Ball Head Assembly Complete includes Key Nos 22 39 Spacer Locknut Flanged 5 16 18 Decal instruction Bottom Belt Keeper 19 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO 143 004018 20 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 37266 Cylinder Ind 2 20 amp 150 2 26727 Dowel Pin 6 33734 Breather Element 7 36557 Breather Ass y incl 6 4 12A 12 36775 Breather Tube 12A 36558 Breather Cover 4 Tube Incl 128 128 36694 Breather Tube Elbow 14 28277 Washer 15 30589 Governor Rod Incl 14 16 34839A Governor Lever 17 31335 Governor Lever Clamp 18 651018 Screw Torx T 15 8 32 x 19 64 19 37453 Extension Spring 20 32600 Oil Seal 30 36797 Crankshaft 40 40004 Piston Pin amp Ring Set Std 40 40005 Piston Pin amp Ring Set 010 OS 41 36070 Piston amp Pin Ass y Std I
13. arter handle used for starting the engine Trimmer head control lever used to engage trimmer head WEAR YOUR SAFETY GLASSES FORESIGHT 15 BETTER THAN NO SIGHT The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or perform ing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses The safety goggles provided with your trimmer may be worn over spec tacles HOWTOUSE YOURTRIMMER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed is controlled by a throttle located on the side of the upper handle Fast position is for starting and normal trimming Siow is for light trimming and fuel economy Stop is for stopping the engine TRIMMER HEAD DRIVE CONTROL Your trimmer is equipped with a trimmer head drive control bar and lever which requires the operator to be positioned behind the trimmer handle to operate the trimmer Trimmer head rotation is controlled by holding the trimmer head control bar down to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks then release the lever Trimmer head rotation will stop when the contro bar is released Drive control lever Trimmer head control bar Trimmer head disengaged To engage trimmer head BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your trimmer is shipped without oil
14. d oil on trimmer and on side of engine Fill engine with oil Fill only to the FULL line on the dipstick DO NOT overfill Replace engine oil cap Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug Container AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter Replace the air filter every year more often if you mow in very dusty dirty conditions Do not wash air filter TO CHANGE AIR FILTER Remove the air filter by turning clockwise to the stop and pull away from collar Remove filter from inside of cover Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation Insert new filter into cover Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot Push in on cover and turn counter clockwise to tighten 11 Turn Collar clockwise to remove Air filter Tab Air fitter cover Turn counterclockwise to tighten MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better Set spark plug gap at 030 inch CLEANING IMPORTANT For best performance keep trimmer free of built up grass and trash Clean the underside of your trimmer after each use ACAUTION Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug Turn trimmer on i
15. end a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses The safety goggles provided with your trimmer may be worn over spectacles Do not operate the machine without proper guards plates or other safety protective devices in place See manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Never use blades wire or flailing devices This unit is designed for line trimmer use only Use of other accesso ries or attachments will increase the risk of injury Stop the rotating tr mmer head when crossing gravel drives walks or roads Wait for the cutting fines to stop rotating Stop the engine motor whenever you leave the equipment before cleaning repairing or inspecting the unit Be sure the trimmer head and all moving parts have stopped Operate only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Never operate machine in wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handie and waik never run If the equipment should start to vibrate abnomnally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operat ing machine SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which ca
16. in the engine Be sure trimmer is level and area around oil fill is clean Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick NOTE Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate dipstick reading Engine holds 20 oz of oil For type and grade of oil to use see ENGINE in Maintenance section of this manual Pour oil slowly Do not over fill Check oil level before each use Add oil if needed Fill to full fine on dipstick To read proper level tighten engine oil cap each time Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season You may need to change the oil more often under dusty dirty conditions ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness AWARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an eng ne while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for addi
17. may damage the control cables 4 handie ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT Itis important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine un In storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Use fresh fuel next season 14 NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER Remove spark plug Pour one ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder Pull starter handie slowly a few times to distribute oil Replace with new spark plug OT
18. mm 21 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO 143 004018 22 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE KEY PART NO NO 640262 631615 631767 631184 631183 640070 650506 631807 651025 630766 640018 640200 631867 631024 632019 631028 631021 631022 640259 640080 632766 632547 640175 271104 630748 631027 ir 6327 60B MODEL NO 143 004018 DESCRIPTION Carburetor Incl 184 of Engine Parts List Throttle Shaft amp Lever Assembly Throttie Return Spring Dust Seal Washer Dust Seal Throttle Throttle Shutter Shutter Screw Fuel Fitting Throttie Crack Screw ldle Speed Screw Tension Spring idle Restrictor Screw idle Restrictor Scrwe Cap Black Float Bowl Float Shaft Float Float Bowl O Ring Inlet Needie Seat amp Clip incl 31 Spring Clip Primer Bulb Retainer Ring Main Nozzle Tube Carburetor Tube O Ring Main Nozzle Tube High Speed Bowl Nut Bow Nut Washer Welch Plug Idle Mixture Well Welch Plug Atmospheric Vent Repair kit Incl Items Marked 23 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO 143 004018 KEY PART NO NO 590739 3 590740 6 590616 7 590617 8 590618 11 590638 12 590535 13 590701 14 590760 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley amp Rewind Spring Ass y Starter Housing Ass y 740 degree grommet Starter Rope Length 98 x 9 64 dia Starter Handle Spring Clip
19. n result in severe injury All slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not trim it DO Trim across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles DO NOT Do not trim near drop offs ditches or embankments The operator could lose footing or balance Do not trim excessively steep slopes Do not trim on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the trimming activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the trimming area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do no
20. ncl 43 41 36071 Piston amp Pin Ass y 010 OS incl 43 42 40006 Ring Set Std 42 40007 Ring Set 010 OS 43 20381 Piston Pin Retaining Ring 45 36777 Connecting Rod Ass y incl 46 46 32610A Connecting Rod Bolt 48 27241 Valve Lifter 50 37460 Camshaft Exhaust MCR inc ref 104 52 29914 Oil Pump Ass 69 37130 Mounting Flange Gasket 70 34311E Mounting Flange Incl 72 thru 83 306 72 36083 Oil Drain Plug 75 27897 Oil Seal 80 30574A Govemor Shaft 81 30590A Washer 82 30591 Governor Gear Ass y Incl 81 83 30588 Governor Spool 86 650488 Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 89 610961 Flywheel Key 90 611213 Flywheel 92 650815 Belleville Washer 93 650816 Flywheel Nut 100 34443B Solid State Ignition 101 610118 Spark Plug Cover 103 651007 Screw Torx 1 15 10 24 x 15 16 104 37480 Cam Bushing 110 36230 Ground Wire 119 36787 Cylinder Head Gasket 120 36825 Cylinder Head 125 37288 Exhaust Valve Std Incl 151 126 37289 Intake Valve Std incl 151 130 6021A Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 135 35395 Resistor Spark Plug RJ19LM 150 31672 Valve Spring 151 31673 Valve Spring Cap 151A40017 intake Valve Seal 169 36783 Valve Cover Gasket 172 36784 Valve Cover KEY NO 174 178 179 182 184 185 186 200 206 207 209 223 224 238 239 241 245 250 260 261 262 273 277 285 287 290 292 300 301 305 306 307 309 310 313 370 36261 MODEL 143 004018 PART NO 30200 29752 30593 6201 26756 36
21. o be made periodically to properly maintain your unit Ail adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year replace the spark plug and replace air filter element A new spark plug and clean new air filter element assures proper air fue mixture and helps your engine run better and last tonger Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level Check for loose fasteners Clean under engine cover LUBRICATION To prolong the useful life of your trimmer change engine oil as recommended in this section of Owner s Manual IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you fee they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial No __ AE PAR Date of Purchase AAA A ome Gasoline Type Gasoline Capacity Unteaded Regular 1 25 Quarts Oil Type SAE 30 Above 32 F API SF SG SH SAE 5W 30 Below 32 F Oil Capacity 20 Ozs Spark Plug Champion J19LM Gap 030 or RJ19LM Valve Clearance Intake 004 008 Exhaust 004 008 Trimmer Line Dia 130 inch Trimmer Line Length 16 75 inches The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the trimmer Record both serial numbe
22. r and date of purchase in space provided above TRIMMER Always observe safety rules when perform ing any maintenance TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect controt chemicals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage TRIMMER LINE For best results replace trimmer lines when they have worn to half their original length Use 130 inch diameter trimmer line Cut new trimmer line length to 16 3 4 inches After new line is installed on trimmer head check ali lines so they do not vary more then one 1 inch in length This is important to make sure the trimmer head is balanced and will not vibrate abnormally AWARNING Use only the specified trimmer fine Do not use other materials such as wire string rope etc Wire can break off during trimming and become a dangerous missile that can Cause serious injury TO REPLACE TRIMMER LINE Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug Remove worn trimmer line from line carrier plate e Fold new cut to length trimmer line half and insert folded end through carrier plate opening to back side of retainer clip With folded end of line at back side of retainer clip pull fine outward until fine is fully seated under the retainer clip Repeat on other side of carrier plate Check all lines to be sure they a
23. r feet near or under rotating parts Keep all parts of your body away from muffier and spinning line A hot muffler can cause serious bums Only allow responsible individuals who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Stay away from breakable objects such as house windows auto glass green houses etc Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire bones sticks etc which could be p cked up and thrown by the spinning l nes Be sure the area is clear of other people before trimming particularly small children and pets Stop machine if anyone enters the area Wear appropriate clothing such as a long sleeved shirt or jacket Also wear long trousers or slacks Do not wear shorts Do not wear loose clothing which could get caught n this equipment Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals Always wear work gloves and sturdy footwear Leather work shoes or short boots work well for most people These will protect the operator s ankles and shins from small sticks splinters and other debris and improve traction Do not pull machine backwards unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or performing any adjustments or repairs We recomm
24. re the same jength Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug Trimmer line Carrier plate opening ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG or SH Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature x xr Ay 0 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED SEFORE NEXT CHANGE 20 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils SW30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will resuit in increased consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE Before tipping trimmer to drain oil drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty Disconnect spark plug wire from spark piug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug Remove engine oil cap lay aside on a clean surface Tip trimmer on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container Rock trimmer back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine Wipe off any spille
25. stable fixed main jet for mixture control If your engine does not operate properly due to sus pected carburetor problems take your unit to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and or adjustment IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous If you think the engine governed high speed needs adjusting take your unit to a Sears or other qualified service center which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments 13 STORAGE Ben prepare your trimmer re at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more TRIMMER When trimmer is to be stored for a period of time dean it thoroughly remove all dirt leaves etc Store a clean dry area Clean entire timmer See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts screws and pins are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting HANDLE You can fold your trimmer handle for storage Loosen handle knobs enough to allow upper handle to be folded forward IMPORTANT When folding the handle for storage or transportation be sure to fold the handie as shown or you
26. t smoke Never refuei the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Move away from fueling site before starting engine Never run a machine inside a closed area Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine motor running Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Keep nuts and bolts especially trimmer head and engine bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before stor ng Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine Clean and replace safety and instruc tion decals as necessary lock for this symbol to point out impor tant safety precautions It means CAU TION BECOME AWARE YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED AcAUTION In order to prevent acci dental starting when setting up transport ing adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other
27. tional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur amp CAUTION Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame Gasoline filler cap Engine oil cap TO START ENGINE To start a cold engine push primer three 3 times before trying to start Use a firm push This step is not usually necessary when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes Move throttle control lever to fast position Hold upper handle firmly and pull starter handle quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back TO STOP ENGINE To stop engine move throttle control lever to stop position NOTE in cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat priming steps in warmer weather overpriming may cause fiooding and engine will not start If you do fiood engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps Throttle control Starter _ amp i TRIMMING TIPS Setthe throttle control in the fast position if the weeds or grass are tali and thick operate the trimmer at a slower walking speed Frequently clean the underside of the trimmer to remove any grass build up Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff This will help engine air flow and extend engine life See TO REMOVE
28. ts side Make sure air filter and carburetor are up Clean the underside of your trimmer by scraping to remove build up of grass and trash Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean trimmer unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life CLEAN UNDER ENGINE COVER Ciean under engine cover before each use or more frequently in heavy cutting or dirty conditions Engine cover screen and engine air intake screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Knob Engine cover Unscrew knob on top of cover Lift cover up and away from engine Clean cover and cover screen thor oughly Clean top of engine and air intake screen Replace engine cover and tighten knob securely Be sure the front tabs of engine cover are located in the slots in engine housing Threaded Engine cover screen A CAUTION Before performing any service and adjustments Stop engine Make sure the rotating lines and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug TRIMMER TO REMOVE REPLACE TRIMMER HEAD DRIVE BELT

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