Maintenance - Craftsman CMCST915 Instruction Manual


CAUTION:
the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade,
cut it off so that it just reaches the blade.
1. Remove battery from appliance.
2. Press the release tabs 20
remove the spool cap from the spool housing
3. Pull the nylon line spool out and clear any broken line or
cutting debris from the spool area.
4. Fit the spool onto the appliance as described in
Replacing Spool Assembly.
Replacing Spool Assembly (Fig. K)

WARNING:
not recommended by CRAFTSMAN for use with this
appliance could be hazardous.

WARNING:
or any accessory or attachment other than those
recommended by CRAFTSMAN on this trimmer/edger.
Serious injury or product damage may result.
Reload nylon line (either bulk or prewound replacement
spool) as shown in this manual.
USE ONLY .065" (1.65 mm) DIAMETER ROUND NYLON
MONOFILAMENT LINE. Do not use serrated or heavier gauge
line, as they will overload the motor and cause overheating.
This line is available at your local dealer or authorized
service center.
1. Remove battery from appliance.
2. Press the release tabs 20
remove the spool cap from the spool housing
3. For best results, replace spool with CRAFTSMAN
Model CMZST065.
4. If lever in base of housing becomes dislodged, replace in
correct position before inserting new spool into housing.
5. Remove any dirt and grass from the spool cap and
spool housing.
6. Unfasten the end of the cutting line and guide the line
into the eyelet 17 .
7. Take the new spool and push it onto the boss
housing. Rotate the spool slightly until it is seated.
8. The line should protrude approximately 5-3/8" (136 mm)
from the housing.
9. Align the release tabs on the spool cap with the slots in
the spool housing.
10. Snap the spool cap back on by depressing release tabs
and pressing into spool housing.
11. Push the cap onto the housing until it snaps securely
into place.
nOTE: Make sure that cover is fully positioned, listen for
two audible clicks to ensure both release tabs are correctly
located. Power the appliance on. In a few seconds or less
you'll hear the nylon line being cut automatically to the
proper length.
To avoid appliance damage, if
on the spool cap 19 , and
12 .
The use of any accessory
Do not use any blades,
on the spool cap 19 , and
12 .
21 in the
nOTE: Other replacement parts (guards, spool caps, etc.)
are available through authorized service centers. To find
your local service location call: 1‑888‑331‑4569 or visit
www.craftsman.com.
Rewinding Spool from Bulk Line (Fig. L, M)
Use Only .065" (1.65 mm) Round
Diameter Line
Bulk line is also available for purchase from your local retailer.
nOTE: Hand wound spools from bulk line are likely to
become tangled more frequently than CRAFTSMAN factory
wound spools. For best results, factory wound spools
are recommended.
1. Disconnect the plug from the power sourceRemove
battery from appliance.
2. Remove the empty spool from the appliance as
described in Replacing Spool Assembly.
3. Remove any remaining cutting line from the spool.
4. Make a fold 22 at the end of the cutting line at about
3/4" (19 mm). Feed the cutting line into one of the line
anchoring slots 23 .
5. Insert the 3/4" (19 mm) end of the bulk line into the
hole 24 in the spool adjacent to the slot. Make sure the
line is pulled tight against the spool.
6. Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the direction of
the arrow on the spool. Make sure to wind the line on
neatly and in layers. Do not crisscross.
7. When the wound cutting line reaches the recesses
cut the line.
8. Fit the spool onto the appliance as described in
Replacing Spool Assembly.

MAINTENANCE


WARNING:
personal injury, turn unit off and remove the
battery pack before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start‑up can cause injury.
Cleaning

WARNING:
of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a
week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always
wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when
performing this procedure.

WARNING:
harsh chemicals for cleaning the non‑metallic parts
of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into
a liquid.
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To reduce the risk of serious
Blow dirt and dust out
Never use solvents or other
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