Troubleshooting - Craftsman 151.30383 Operator's Manual

If your line trimmer does not seem to operate properly,
fi rst consult the Troubleshooting Table below.
If the solution to your trimmer problem is not found in
the Troubleshooting information, take the trimmer to
a qualifi ed service dealer for inspection and possible
repair.
PROBLEM
Lines will not feed when
used as per instructions.
Grass wraps around
drive shaft housing and
line head.
Motor fails to start
when switch trigger is
depressed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Lines have become stuck
together due to heat or
storage time.
2. Not enough line present in
spool.
3. Lines are tangled on spool.
1. Cutting tall grass at ground
level.
1. Power cord is not plugged
in or connection is loose.
2. Household circuit breaker
is tripped.
3. Extension cord may be
faulty.
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WARNING!
Before proceeding, switch off
and unplug.
SOLUTION
1. Unplug trimmer. Open spool cover. Remove
spool. Unwind line and then rewind onto spool.
2. Unplug trimmer. Open spool cover. Remove spool
and replace with new line or new spool assembly as
per instructions in this manual.
3. Unplug trimmer. Open spool cover. Remove
spool. Unwind and remove tangled line. Rewind line
as per instructions in this manual.
1. Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent
wrapping.
1. Plug in the power cord.
2. Check circuit breaker.
3. Try another extension cord or connect into
another wall receptacle socket on a different circuit.