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Summary of Contents for C944.517361

Page 1: ...eration Maintenance Parts List Fran_ ais 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 or 10 am 7 pm Sun 1 800 235 5878 l ours listed are Centra T me Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario M5B 2B8 530163407 10 15 02 ...

Page 2: ...ut shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation Furthermore some provinces do NOT allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario MSB 2B8 _ WARNING When using gar dening appliances basic safety pre cautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and follow...

Page 3: ... line at proper length Use only 0 065 1 65 ram diameter Craftsman brand line Never use wire rope string etc Install required shield properly be fore using the unit Use only speci fled trimmer head make sure it is properly installed and securely fas tened Make sure unit is assembled cor rectly as shown in this manual Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contacti...

Page 4: ...rres tor screen If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist you are legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operating condition of these parts Failure to do so is a viola tion of the law If a spark arresting screen is required in your area con tact your Sears Service Centre for the correct kit CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol lowing list Model C944 5...

Page 5: ...in the safety rules section of this manual before you begin If you do not understand the safety rules do not attempt to fuel your unit Call 1 800 235 5878 FUELING ENGINE _WARNING Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Before operation gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2 cycle air cooled engine oil We recommend Craftsman bra...

Page 6: ...ess the primer bulb 6 times Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 more times Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE posi tion and pull the starter rope until the engine runs but no more than 6 pulls If the engine still doesn t start it is probably flooded Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE 8 Once the engine starts allow it to run 10 seconds then move the choke le ver ...

Page 7: ...e running at full throttle The most efficient line length is the maximum length allowed by the line limiter blade Always keep the shield in place when the tool is being operated To advance line Operate the engine at full throttle Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on the ground one time Ap proximately 2 inches 5 cm of line will be...

Page 8: ...mmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach In the mowing position keep the line parallel to the ground Avoid pressing the head into the ground as this can scalp the ground and damage the tool Mowing _ 7_ __ SWEEPING The fanning action of the rotating line can be used for a quick and easy clean up Keep the line parallel to and above the surfaces being swept and move th...

Page 9: ...of oil to the filer squeeze the filter to distribute oil 5 Replace parts _ _Filts_rews Cover REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better Set spark plug gap at 0 025 inch Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable 1 Twist then pull off spark plug boot 2 Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard 3 Replace with Champion RCJ 6Y spark plug an...

Page 10: ...sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store unit with all guards in place Position unit so that any sharp ob ject cannot accidentally cause injury Store unit and fuel wel out of the reach of children SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare unit for storage at end of sea son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more If your unit is to be stored for a period of time ...

Page 11: ...Compression low 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover Engine wilI not f Air filter dirty 1 Clean or replace air filter accelerate 2 Spark plug fouled 2 Clean or replace plug and regap lacks power 3 Carburetor requires 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover or dies under adjustment a load 4 Carbon build up on 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover muffler outlet screen 5 Compression low 5 Contact ...

Page 12: ...our war ranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears Canada at 1 800 665 4455 WARRANTY COM MENCEMENT DATE The warranty pe riod begins on the date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of purchase WHAT IS COV ERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repa...

Page 13: ...ered up to maintenance schedule Ignition Module MAINTENANCE STATEMENT The owner is responsible for the performance of all required main tenance as defined in the instruction manual The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified Example Year EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and or CALIFORNIA This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use Moder...

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