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Craftsman WEEDWACKER C944.511561 Instruction Manual

32cc/1.9 cu.in. 2-cycle gasoline weedwacker

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Instruction Manual
32cc/1.9 cu.in. 2-Cycle
GASOLINE
WEEDWACKER
®
Model No.
C944.511561
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
• Fran_;ais
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions
before first use of this product.
For answers
to your questions
about this product:
Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat.,
or 10 am-7
pm, Sun.
1-800-235-5878
l,ours
listed are Centra, T,me)
Sears Canada,
Inc., Toronto,
Ontario
M5B 2B8
530163193
9/25/02

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Summary of Contents for Craftsman WEEDWACKER C944.511561

  • Page 1 Instruction Manual 32cc/1.9 cu.in. 2-Cycle GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ® Model No. C944.511561 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Fran_;ais WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product:...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts and Ordering Back Cover LIMITED TWO (2_ YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS POWERED WEEDWACKER _ LINE TRIMMER For two (2) years from the date of purchase, Sears Canada, Inc,, will repair or replace free of charge at Sears option parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 Keep cutting glasses are available). Eye protec- tion should be marked Z87. line at proper length. • Use only Craftsman® replacement • Always wear face or dust mask if op- line. Never use wire, rope, string, eration is dusty. etc.
  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    • Store unit so line limiter blade can* ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES not accidentally cause injury. The FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS unit can be hung by the tube. • Store unit out of reach of children. _li WARNING: For each optional SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- attachment used, read entire instruc- tion manual before use and follow all...
  • Page 5 BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY _WARNING: Do not use trimmer _WARNING: Inspect area before head as a fastening device for the blade. starting unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
  • Page 6 CULTIVATOR SAFETY Blades move Allow blades to stop momentarily before removing after the them from the cut, _IkWARNING: Rotating tines can tdgger cause serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before un- clogging tines or making repairs.
  • Page 7 protection when operating thisunit _1_WARNING: Never lean over dis- witha pole pruner attachment. charge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause serious injury or blindness. WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove objects that could be thrown or dam- age the unit.
  • Page 8: Assembly

    CARTON CONTENTS Coupler Primary Hole Check carton contents against the fol- / ,_uide Recess lowing list. Model C944.511561 • Powerhead • Trimmer Attachment • Shield UTPuPb RO, e asge/ AttLa°(V_e_'e Button • Wing Nut (screwed onto shield) • Container of Oil _h, WARNING: Make sure the lock- Examine parts for damage.
  • Page 9 (called gasohol or using quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled ethanol or methanol) can attract mois- engine oil, We recommend Craftsman ture which leads to separation brand synthetic oil. Mix gasoline and formation of acids during storage. oil at a ratio of 40:1, A 40:1 ratio is...
  • Page 10 engine a ndletitrununtil t hefuellines andcarburetor areempty. Use fresh fuelnext s eason. Never useengine o rcarburetor clean- Choke erproducts inthefuel t ank orperma* position nent d amage may occur. decal SeetheSTORAGE section f oraddition- alinformation. HOW TOSTOP YOUR UNIT • To stop theengine, move the ON/OFF switch t otheOFF position.
  • Page 11 1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise. Upper Tube Coupler Choke position OOSEN Lower Attachment STARTING A WARM ENGINE TIGHTEN Knob 1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position. 2. Press and hold the locking/release 2. Move the choke lever to the HALF button.
  • Page 12 OPERATING POSITION fences, trees and flower beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of trees ALWAYS WEAR: or shrubs and scar fences. • For trimming or scalping, use less Eye Protection than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear, especially: •...
  • Page 13: Operation

    SWEEPING - The fanning action of the rotating line can be used to blow Sweeping away loose debris from an area, Keep the line parallel to and above the area surface and swing the tool from side to side. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance...
  • Page 14 4. Reinstall the spark plug boot. spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch socket wrench. LINE REPLACEMENT mer head and any optional attach- • Always use Craftsman replacement ments must not move/spin at idle line. speed. Choose the line size best suited for...
  • Page 15: Storage

    Prepare unit for storage at end of sea- utes after adding stabilizer. son or if it will not be used for 30 days Craftsman 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air or more. cooled) is already blended with fuel If your unit is to be stored for a period stabilizer.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Table

    ENGINE • Atthebeginning ofthenext s eason, • Remove spark p lug and pour1tea- use onlyfresh fuelhaving t heproper spoon o f40:1, 2 -cycle e ngine o il(air gasoline tooilratio. cooled) through t hespark plug OTHER opening. Slowly p ull t hestarter r ope •...
  • Page 17 YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND 1-800-665-4455. WARRANTY COM- OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environ- MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty pe- mental Protection Agency/Environ- riod begins on the date the small off- ment Canada and Sears Canada, road engine is purchased. LENGTH Inc., are pleased to explain the emis- OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be sions control system warranty on your for a period of two years from the initial...
  • Page 18: Parts List

    replacement part u sed inthe perfor* (covered up to maintenance schedule), mance o fany warranty maintenance Ignition Module. MAINTENANCE repair on emission related parts will be STATEMENT: The owner is responsible provided without charge to the owner if for the performance of all required main* tenance as defined in the instruction the part is under warranty.