Maintenance - Craftsman 138. 99005 Operator's Manual

ADVANCING THE TRIMMING LINE
• Lower the rotation speed of the string trimmer by
gradually releasing tension on the trigger.
• When the rotation speed is low, bump the spool
cap on the ground to extend the line.
• Press down on the trigger to increase the rotation
speed and continue trimming.
WARNING:
identical replacement parts. Use of any other
parts may create a hazard or cause product
damage.
WARNING:
side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1,
along with hearing protection. Head protection
may also be required depending on the type
of attachment used and as prescribed in the
attachment's Operator's Manual. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
servicing the machine, shut off motor, wait for all
moving parts to stop, and disconnect extension
cord. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury or property
damage.
OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

When servicing, use only
Always wear eye protection with
Before inspecting, cleaning, or
LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF BLADE
(See Figure 10. page iii.)
The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-
off blade on the grass deflector. Replace the string
when trimming efficiency diminishes. This will
maintain best performance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE(See Figure 4, page ii.
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.
Most plastics are susceptible to damage from
various types of commercial solvents and may be
damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove
dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products,
penetrating lubricants, etc., come in contact with
plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken
or destroy plastic which may result in serious
personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs
described here. For other repairs, have the power
head serviced by an authorized service dealer.
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Do not at any time let brake