Maintenance ........... Parts Ordering ......Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDTRIMMER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Weedtrimmer is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship.
The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tr mmer or perform- ing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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II. SLOPE OPERATION Move away from fueling site before starting engine. Slopes are a major factor related to slip • Never run a machine inside a closed and fall accidents which can result in area. severe injury. All slopes require extra •...
Read t hese instructions and this manual in its TO REMOVETRIMMER FROM CARTON entirety before you attempt to assemble or 1. Remove loose parts included with operate your new trimmer. trimmer. IMPORTANT: This tnmmer is shipped 2. Cut down two end corners of carton WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
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KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your tnmmer to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference, symbols mayappear onyourtrimmeror in literature s upplied withthe product. Leamandunderstand CAUTION ENGINE FAST...
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,Trimmer head control bar Drive control lever SAFETY GLASSES The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown into the To engage trimmer head disengaged eyes, which can result in severe eye TO ADJUST TRIMMING HEIGHT damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer _,CAUTION:...
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3. You receive a 20 oz. container of oil spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or with the unit. Slowly pour 3/4 (15 oz.) use gasoline near an open flame. of the oil from the container down the TO START ENGINE 6il fill spout into the engine.
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TRIMMER Always observe safety rules when Trimmer line performing any maintenance. TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. TRIMMER LINE Carrier plate For best results, replace trimmer lines...
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TO CHANGE ENGINE OiL 4. Install cartridge, then replace cover making sure the tabs are aligned with NOTE: Before tipping trimmer to drain the slots in the back plate. Fasten oil, drain fuel tank by running engine screw securely. until fuel tank is empty. 1.
TO REMOVE/REPLACE TRIMMER HEAD A CAUTION: Before performing any DRIVE BELT service and adjustments: 1. Stop engine. 1. Remove screw at front of chassis 2. Make sure the rotating lines and all cover. moving parts have completely 2, Lift cover up and away from trimmer. stopped.
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11.Assemble new belt, idler pulleys and screw securely. bottom belt keeper to idler bracket. Always use Craftsman replacement parts to assure proper fit and long life. Tighten pulley bolts securely. NOTE: Be sure belt is inside top belt keeper on idler assembly.
Imrdediately prepare your trimmer for storage tank during storage. Also, experience at the end of the season or if the unit will not indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called be used for 30 days or more. gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation TRIMMER and formation of acids during storage.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 6oesnotsta_ 1, Dirtyairfilter. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3, Stale fuel. 3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. 4. Water in fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline.
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SLOPE GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LI'NE "'°'_°*°'o,.° POLE, OR A FENCE. Operate a trimmer across the face of slopes, never up or down slopes. 15 DEGREES Use this guide and do not trim on a slope greater than 15 degrees.
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CRAFTSMAN W EED TRIMMER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.773700 14 15 '_"...
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CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.773700 PART DESCRIPTION ..Engine, Briggs & Stratton, Model N umber 122H02-0110-D1 (See Breakdown) 150406 Bolt, Engine Mounting 3/8-16 169791 Pulley, Engine (Includes Setscrew, Key #4) STD502502 Setscrew, Pulley 169821X479 Handle,Lower 150078 Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/16-18 x .75...
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CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER - - MODEL NU MBER 917.773700 0--31...
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CRAFTSMAN W EED TRIMMER - - MODEL N UMBER 917.773700 PART DESCRIPTION 174031 X558 Chassis Assembly 169802 Line, Trimmer .155 diameter x 18,75 long 173715 Screw, Self-Tapping 5/16-18 x 1 169790 V-Beg 172145X004 Bracket, Idler 166042 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 173716 Bolt, Hex Head 3/6-16 x 1.25...
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MODEL NUMBER 122HO2-O110-D1 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE...
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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122H02-0110-D1 lee_ 12___J 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 365_ _37_ 137_ 633 G 617_il._l 27eo 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 633_ 27eQ 127_...
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MODEL NUMBER 122H02-0110-D1 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498826 Short Brock (Replacement 493260 Cylinder Assembly Engine 12D602-0015-B1 399269 KS-BushingJSeal 497465 Manifold-Intake 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 272199 • Gasket-Intake 493279 Sump-Engtne 691160 Head-Cylinder 691650 Screw (Intake Manifold) 691421 Housing-Rewind Starter...
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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122HO2-O110-D1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 6906o62 690345 Scre Nut (Flywheel) 802574 Armature-Magneto (Breather Passage Cover) 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 691855 Spdng*Fdction 802592 Spark Plug 696309 Clip 692390 Wire-Stop 691830 Gear-]]ming 497316 Engine Gasket Set 691031 °...
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