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USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS

Spool with 0.065 inch Trimmer Line

C944.510210

Assist Handle

530403805

Bolt Carriage, 1/4-20

530403886

Wing Nut

530016118

Shield Assembly

530404080

REPLACEMENT PART

PART NUMBER

STORAGE

WARNING:

Perform the follow-

ing steps after each use.

S

Stop the unit and disconnect the
power source when not in use.

S

Carry the unit with motor stopped.

S

Store the unit so the line limiter
blade cannot cause injury.

S

Store unit and extension cord in-
doors in a high, dry place out of the
reach of children. Store unit un-
plugged.

S

Store unit with all guards in place.
Position unit so that any sharp ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.

TROUBLE

CAUSE

REMEDY

Trimmer head
stops under a
load or does not
turn when switch
is pressed.

1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.

2. Contact Sears Service (see back

cover).

3. Check Breaker Box.
4. Remove debris.

Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.

1. Check line routing.

2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.

3. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.
4. Remove cover and pull 4 inches

(10 cm) of line out of head.

5. Clean unit.

Line welds onto
spool.

1. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.
2. Replace with correct spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.

Line releases
continuously.

1. Check line routing.

2. Replace spool.

Line pulls back
into head.

1. Too little line outside

of head.

2. Line size incorrect.

1. Remove cover and pull 4 inches

(10 cm) of line outside of head.

2. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

1. Line improperly

routed in head.

2. Spool damaged.

1. Line size is incorrect.
2. Incorrect spool.
3. Line is being crowded

against material being
cut.

1. Line improperly routed

in head.

2. Line improperly

wound into spool.

3. Incorrect line size
4. Not enough line

outside of head.

5. Dirt buildup on unit.

1. Crowding trimmer line

against material being
cut.

2. Electrical failure.

3. Thrown circuit breaker.
4. Debris stopping head.

Line usage is
excessive.

1. Check line routing.

2. Replace spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.

4. Replace spool.

1. Line improperly routed

in head.

2. Line size is incorrect.
3. Crowding line against

material being cut.

4. Spool worn or damaged.

WARNING:

Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before

performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that re-
quire unit to be operating.

Summary of Contents for ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER C944.512200

Page 1: ...n Line WARNING Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product For answers to your questions about this product Call 7 am 7 pm Mon Sat Sun 10 am 7 pm 1 800 235 5878 Instruction Manual Hours listed are Central Time S S S S Safety S S S S Assembly S S S S Operation S S S S Maintenance S S S S Français ...

Page 2: ...ars Canada Inc Toronto Ontario M5B 2B8 SAFETY RULES WARNING When using electric gardening appliances basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and serious injury Read and follow all instructions SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE UNIT This power unit can be dangerous Operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on th...

Page 3: ... fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet Do not change the equipment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way S To reduce risk of electrical shock use extension cords specifically marked as suitable for outdoor a...

Page 4: ...onge Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease S Keep the air vents clean and free of debris to avoid overheating the mo tor Clean after each use TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE S Stop the unit and disconnect the power source when not in use S Carry the unit with motor stopped S Store the unit so the line limiter blade on underside of shield can not cause injury S Store unit indoors in a high d...

Page 5: ...ndle Tube Trigger Housing ATTACHING THE SHIELD WARNING The shield must be properly installed The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others Your unit is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length while running The line limiter blade on underside of shield is sharp and can cut you NOTE If shield is not properly i...

Page 6: ...stop LINE LIMITER BLADE The LINE LIMITER BLADE cuts the cut ting line to the proper cutting length ASSIST HANDLE The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help hold and guide the unit TRIMMER HEAD The TRIMMER HEAD holds cutting line and rotates during operation TAP BUTTON The TAP BUTTON is used to advance the cutting line during operation and to remove the spool during line replace ment OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 7: ...ause serious injury Do not use other materials such as wire string rope etc Wire can break off during cut ting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious injury See page 2 for warning concerning other cutting devices TRIMMING Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow only the tip of the line to make contact Do not force trimmer line i...

Page 8: ...CT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA BELS S After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE 1 Remove the spool by firmly pulling on the tap button 2 Clean entire surface of hub and spool 3 Replace with a pre wound spool C944 510210 or cut a length of 30 feet...

Page 9: ...line out of head 5 Clean unit Line welds onto spool 1 Use only 0 065 inch 1 65 mm dia line 2 Replace with correct spool 3 Cut with tip of line fully extended Line releases continuously 1 Check line routing 2 Replace spool Line pulls back into head 1 Too little line outside of head 2 Line size incorrect 1 Remove cover and pull 4 inches 10 cm of line outside of head 2 Use only 0 065 inch 1 65 mm dia...

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