Craftsman WEEDWACKER C944.511561, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...nce 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 530163193 9 25 02 ...

Page 2: ...islation 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 z_ d IbWARNING 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 all instructions This power unit can be dangerous ...

Page 3: ... steep slopes rooftops etc Use only in daylight or good artificial light Use only for jobs explained in this manual or manuals for optional at tachments UNIT MAINTENANCE SAFETY Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except car buretor adjustments Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use Look for and repair fuel leaks before use Keep in good working condition Rep...

Page 4: ...he area to be trimmed before each use Remove objects rocks broken glass nails wire etc which can be thrown by or become entangled in line Hard ob jects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury Use only for trimming scalping mow ing and sweeping De not use for edging pruning or hedge trimming Cutting on left side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator ADDITIO...

Page 5: ...use for spreading chemicals fertilizers or other substances which may contain toxic materials To avoid spreading fire do not use near leaf or brush fires fireplaces barbecue pits ashtrays etc BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY DANGER Blade can thrust vio lently away from material it does not cut Blade thrust can cause amputa tion of arms or legs i _WARNING Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the bla...

Page 6: ... jammed material from the cutting blade Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade Blades move momentarily after the tdgger s d Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut _ib WARNING Inspect the area be fore starting the unit Remove all de bris and hard objects such as rocks glass wire etc that can ricochet be thrown or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation Do not us...

Page 7: ...ce and cause serious injury or blindness _ WARNING Inspect the area where the unit is to be used Remove objects that could be thrown or dam age the unit Some objects may be hidden by fallen snow be alert for the possibility Direct material discharge away from glass enclosures automobiles etc Do not run engine at high speed while not removing snow Be attentive when using the snow thrower and stay a...

Page 8: ...t tighten the knob securely by turning clock wise Coupler Primary Hole _uide Recess UTPuPb er RO easge AttLa V_e_ e nt Button _h WARNING Make sure the lock ing release button is locked in the pri mary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole For optional attachments see the AS SEMBLY section of the applicable at t...

Page 9: ...e sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin If you do not under stand 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...

Page 10: ... to start but do not pull rope more than 6 times 7 As soon as engine sounds as if it is trying to start move choke lever to HALF CHOKE by aligning lever with position shown on decal see following illustration Choke position 8 Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs but no more than 6 pulls If the engine doesn t start after 6 pulls at the HALF CHOKE position move the choke lever to the FULL CHO...

Page 11: ...ed with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed The optional attach ments are Edger C944 511570 Cultivator C944 511580 Brushcutter C944 511590 Blower C944 511601 _I_WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before re moving or installing attachments REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH MENT OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT TACHMENTS CAUTION When removing or instal ling attachments place the u...

Page 12: ... area The right and wrong ways are shown below Tip of the Line Line Crowded into Does The Cutting Work Area Right Wrong The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls fences trees and flower beds but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences For trimming or scalping use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear especially During li...

Page 13: ...the switch to the OFF position Make sure engine stops then restart en gine and continue Fuel Tank Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA BELS After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Wi...

Page 14: ...d and any optional attach ments must not move spin at idle speed Carburetor adjustment is critical and if done improperly can permanently damage the engine as well as the car buretor If you require further assis tance or are unsure about performing this procedure call our customer as sistance help line at 1 800 235 5878 Old fuel a dirty air filter a dirty fuel fil ter or flooding may give the impr...

Page 15: ... the high speed mixture screw H counterclockwise until it stops 3 Turn the high speed mixture screw H 1116 of a turn clockwise at a time until the engine runs smooth ly After completing adjustments check for acceleration and trimmer head movement at idle Reset if necessary Acceleration Check If engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerating turn the low speed mix ture screw L counterclockwise un...

Page 16: ...eals worn 3 Compression low f Air filter dirty 2 Spark plug fouled 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen 5 Compression low f Choke partiaIly on 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 3 Air filter dirty 4 Carburetor requires adjustment 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 2 Spark plug incorrect 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen 2 See Starting a ...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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...