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Operator's Manual 12-in. 18 Volt Weedwacker ® Cordless Trimmer Model No. 172.74815 CHARGE BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USE CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this Manual before using this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co.
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_NARNING: if correctly used, this cordless trimmer is an easy to handle and efficient tool; if used improperly or without the due precautions it could become a dangerous tool. For pleasant and safe work, ALWAYS strictly comply with the safety rules that are contained in this manual.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont. 3. Do not abuse the cord on the charging stand. Never carry the charging stand by its power cord. Never pull the power cord to remove the charging stand from the power outlet. Damage to the cord or charging stand could occur and create an electric shock hazard.
SAFETY RULES FOR CORDLESS TRIMMERS cont. 23. BEFORE using the trimmer, remove any stones, sticks, debris or objects that could be entangled in or thrown by the trimmer. 24. NYLON CUTTING LINE Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at all times.
SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY CHARGING STAND cont. 10. Do not disassemble charging stand.Take it to a Sears Parts and Repair Center when service or repair is required, incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. 11. Disconnect charging stand from the power supply when net in use.
KNOWYOUR CORDLESSTRIMMER (Fig. 2) NOTE: Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Safety, performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product, making it easy to maintain and operate.
Cutting Path Speed Rating Line Diameter Line Feed Mechanism Power Head Tilt Adjust Height of Shaft Charging Stand input Charge Rate Charging Stand Number Battery Pack Number 12 inches 7000 RPM 18.
iNSTALLiNG THE BATTERY PACK (Fig. 4) Fig. 4 1. 2. Place the battery pack into the rear handle of the trimmer, aligning the raised rib on battery pack with grooves on trimmer. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack "snap" into place, and the battery pack is secured in the trimmer before beginning operation.
ATTACHING THE AUXiLiARY HANDLE (Fig. 7 and 7a) NOTE: THE AUXiLiARY HANDLE MUST BE ATTACHED to the trimmer shaft before use. 1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer. Z_ WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS remove the battery from the trimmer BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments.
TO USETRIMMER FOR EDGING: ROTATE REAR HANDLE AND UPPER SHAFT 180 ° (Figs. 10, 11, 11a and 11b) 1. Remove the battery pack from the trimmer• 2. Pull bottom collar down and rotate top shaft, rear handle (and auxiliary handle) t80 ° 3. Release bottom collar to lock shaft in place.
AUTOMATIC LiNE FEED SYSTEM (Fig. 15 and 16) When turning the trimmer ON for the first time a small length of line will automatically be fed out of the spool. To extend the line out to the full 12-inch cutting path, it will be necessary to start the trimmer and completely stop the trimmer approximately 4 to 5 times.
z:_ CAUTION: Before you begin trimming, only use the appropriate type of | cutting line. OPERATING TIPS 1. Before each use make sure the protective safety guard is tightly installed. Tighten tile guard screw, but DO NOT over tighten. 2. Be sure to check the auxiliary handle before each use, to make sure it is firmly tightened.
Z_ WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement parts. Use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. Z_ WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn trimmer off and disconnect the battery from the trimmer BEFORE installing parts or cleaning the trimmer or making any adjustments.
12-in.Weedwacker ® Cordless Trimmer The model numberwill be found on the nameplate Model No.172.74815 of the Trimmer.Always mentionthe model number when requesting parts and service for your tool. / "_- 38 39 40 41 19 / / / 20 34 / 31 12=in.
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