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WARNING:
To prevent serious injury, never perform
maintenance or repairs while the unit is running. Always
allow the unit to cool before servicing or repairing the unit.
Disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent the unit from
starting accidentally.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency
stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any
seasonal tune-up.
NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or
skills. If unsure about these procedures,
take the unit to a Sears
or other qualified service dealer. Call 1-800-469-4663
for more
information.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control
devices and system may be performed by a Sears or other qualified
service dealer. Call 1-800-469-4663 for more information.
NOTE: Please read the California/EPA statement that came with the
unit for a complete
listing of terms and coverage for the
emissions control devices, such as the spark arrestor, muffler,
carburetor, etc.
FREQUENCY
Every 10 hours
After the first
10 hours and
at 38 hours
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED
•
Clean and re-oil the air filter. Refer to
Maintaining the Air Filter.
•
Change the oil. Refer to Changing the Off.
Have the rocker arm clearance checked by
a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Check the spark plug condition and gap.
Refer to Maintaining the Spark Plug.
Line
Fig. 15
Cutting
Head
Holes
REPLACING THE TRIMMING
LINE
Only use the trimming line described in the Specifications
section.
Other types of trimming line may cause the unit to overheat or fail.
_WARNING:
Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, chain or |
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rope. These can break off and become dangerous projectiles.
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NOTE: When using Craftsman®
Hassle Free
TM
XTRA QUIET Spiral
Line, use the line best suited for the job at hand. Medium-sized (red)
line is designed for cutting grass and small weeds. Large-sized
(black) line is designed for cutting larger weeds and light brush.
Installing
New Trimming
Line
1. Remove the old line from the cutting head.
2. Use a clean cloth to clean the surface of the cutting head.
3. Insert the ends of the line through the large circular holes in the
side of the cutting head (Fig. 15). Push the line through the holes
until both ends protrude from the positioning tunnels (Fig. 16).
4. Pull the ends of the line until the line is tight against the cutting
head. Make sure the ends of the line are of equal length (Fig. 17).
Positioning
Tunnel
Fig. 16
Positioning
Tunnel
Line
Line
13
Fig. 17
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