Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman 257.796050 Owner's Manual

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SEARS,ROEBUCK ANDCO.,Dept.698/731A, S earsTower.Chicago, IL60684
IMPORTANT: RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS
CAUTION
...... 1: =Keep ha_qds,feet and face clear of rotating line. Do not
operate without guard in place.
2. Always ttse Safety Goggles. Wear at all times when
trimming.
3. Dress properly. Always wear shoes. DO not operate
Tool while barefoot or when wearing sandals, canvas
or open toed shoes. Use of rubber gloves and safety
footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
Wear long pants to protect your legs.
4. Keep Children away. Keep spectators at a safe
distance.
5.
! WARNING: To reduce electric shock hazard use only
with an extension cord suitable for ot,'tdooruse, A two-
wi_cord without a ground connecttonmay be used
silt_ tJie tool is double insulated. C0rdshould be "16
_a_ge0_: heavier to reduce overh,eating:and loss of
_<_weLExtension cord should not exceed100 feet. U.L
isled extension cords are available from your nearest
6. To _iey_nt disconnection of power supply cord from
the extension cord during operation, see instructions
wittt:_Figure 4.
7. Avoid Dangerous Environment _ Do not use unit in
damp or wet areas, or in the vicinity of flammable
fumes.
8. Don't force this tool tt will Work better a_d safer at the
rate for which it was designed. If motor slows down
{o0 much, pull away and allow un|t to obtain fult speed,
9. Do not use toot for any job except that for which it is
intended.
10. Do not immerse tool in water or operate rinrain.
11. Don't overreach -- Keep proper footing and balance at
ait times.
12.. Don't abuse cord _ never carry appliance by, cord or
! yanki_€ordfrom receptacle. KeeP cord away from beat,
oil_,_b_nd sharp edges. Replace damaged cord
i_mediately.
13. Nev_r carry plugged ln appiianse with finger on swltoh.
14. DisP.;pnnect toot from the power sUpp!y when not in use
an when making any repairs or i_spections.
15. Mairdain Trimmer with care and fq!loW instructions for
replacing o[ rewinding spool.
16. Store idle Trimmer indoors. When not in use, Trimmer "
s!loutd be stored indoors in dry place out of reach of
children.
........ 17. The automatic line cutter is extremely sharp and care
should be exercised when handling or operating the
Trimmer to avoid contact with the cutter.
18. KEEP AIR VENTS CLEAR OF DEBRIS.
DOUBLE INSULATION
Double Insuiation is a concept in saf_y, replacing the stan-
dard grounded supply system, in electric power tools. The
construction of a double insulated too} affords comparable
protection to a properly grounded tool without the necessity
for using a grounded conductor. The double insulation
system eliminates the need for the usual three wire
grounded power cord and grounded supply system.
Wherever there is electric current in the tool there are two
complete sets of insulation to protect the user. All exposed
metal parts are isolated from the Internal metal motor
Components with protecting Insulation. The lead wires,
switch, etc. with their functional insulation have the added
protection of non-conductive sleeving or housings to
complete the double insulation system.
SERVICING OF A TOOL WITH DOUBLE INSULATION
REQUIRES EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE
SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHN|CtANo FOR SERVICE WE
SUGGEST YOU RETURN THE TOOL TO YOUR NEAREST
AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR REPAIR WHICH WILL BE
DONE WtTH OR_GINAL FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS.
BOX CONTENTS
This box ShOuld contain
1 257.796050 WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER
1 Ea. 6838-15 REAR GUARD & BLADE ASSY.
1 LOOSE PARTS KIT CONTAINING
2 E& 1745-2 SCREWS
2Ea.
.2 Ea.
' lEa.
lEa.
1 Ea.
lEa.
2 Ea,
1 Ea.
lea.
, , l_'_-Ea,
23591 STOP NUTS
1847-4 SCREWS '
6834_5 ASS!ST HANDLE
683205 PIVOT YOKE
HANDLE KNOB
2181 BOLD
7191-05 HANDLE INSERT
454526 WASHER
6772-05 FRONT GUARD
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