Craftsman 257.79605 User manual

Brand: Craftsman

Model: 257.79605

Category: Power tools

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

257796050

ER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

257.796050

CAUTION:

Read RULES for

Safe OPERATION

and INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully

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FORM 88-588+00

ADJUSTABLE HANDLE

WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER

DOUBLE INSULATED

• Assembly

• Operating

• Repair Parts

PROTECTED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FoLLOWiNG

U:S; PATENTS: 4, 189, 833; 4, +269,372; 4, 490, 9t0.

Sold by SEARS,. :ROEBUCK AND CO. Chicago. IL.+60684 U.S,A. :

Re,/. C 0687

ifth_sElectricWeedw_ckerfailstoperformproperlyduetoadefectinmaterialorworkrn_.ship

withinoneyearfromthedateofpurchase,Searswillrepairit,fre_of eha_e.

ifthisElectricWesdw_c_erisusedforCOmmerCialorrerdalpurposes,thiSwarrantyappliesforonly

9_days fromthedateofpurchase. This warranty apples On_ywhilethisproduct isinuseinthe

Unite<l_ates.

Warranty service _s available by s_mply contacting the nearest Se_ =ore or Service Center

throughout the United Sta_tes,

Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,andyoumay_ haw otherdghtewhichva(yfrom

stateto state.

SEARS,ROEBUCKANDCO.,Dept.698/731A,SearsTower.Chicago,IL60684

IMPORTANT: RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS

CAUTION

...... 1: =Keep ha_qds,feet and face clear of rotating line. Do not

operate without guard in place.

2. Always ttse Safety Goggles. Wear at all times when

trimming.

3. Dress properly. Always wear shoes. DO not operate

Tool while barefoot or when wearing sandals, canvas

or open toed shoes. Use of rubber gloves and safety

footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

Wear long pants to protect your legs.

4. Keep Children away. Keep spectators at a safe

distance.

! WARNING: To reduce electric shock hazard use only

with an extension cord suitable for ot,'tdooruse,A two-

wi_cord without a ground connecttonmay be used

silt_ tJietool is double insulated. C0rdshould be "16

_a_ge0_: heavier to reduce overh,eating:and loss of

_<_weLExtension cord should not exceed100 feet. U.L

isled extension cords are available fromyour nearest

6. To _iey_nt disconnection of power supply cord from

the extension cord during operation, see instructions

wittt:_Figure4.

7. Avoid Dangerous Environment _ Do not use unit in

damp or wet areas, or in the vicinity of flammable

fumes.

8. Don't force this tool tt will Work better a_d safer at the

rate for which it was designed. If motor slows down

{o0 much, pull away and allow un|t to obtain fult speed,

9. Do not use toot for any job except that for which it is

intended.

10. Do not immerse tool in water or operate rinrain.

11. Don't overreach -- Keep proper footing and balance at

ait times.

12.. Don't abuse cord _ never carry appliance by,cord or

! yanki_€ordfrom receptacle. KeeP cord away from beat,

oil_,_b_nd sharp edges. Replace damaged cord

i_mediately.

13. Nev_r carry plugged ln appiianse with finger on swltoh.

14. DisP.;pnnect tootfrom the power sUpp!y when not in use

an when making any repairs or i_spections.

15. Mairdain Trimmer with care and fq!loW instructions for

replacing o[ rewinding spool.

16. Store idle Trimmer indoors. When not in use, Trimmer "

s!loutd be stored indoors in dry place out of reach of

children.

........ 17. The automatic line cutter is extremely sharp and care

should be exercised when handling or operating the

Trimmer to avoid contact with the cutter.

18. KEEP AIR VENTS CLEAR OF DEBRIS.

DOUBLE INSULATION

Double Insuiation is a concept in saf_y, replacing the stan-

dard grounded supply system, in electric power tools. The

construction of a double insulated too} affords comparable

protection to a properly grounded tool without the necessity

for using a grounded conductor. The double insulation

system eliminates the need for the usual three wire

grounded power cord and grounded supply system.

Wherever there is electric current in the tool there are two

complete sets of insulation to protect the user. All exposed

metal parts are isolated from the Internal metal motor

Components with protecting Insulation. The lead wires,

switch, etc. with their functional insulation have the added

protection of non-conductive sleeving or housings to

complete the double insulation system.

SERVICING OF A TOOL WITH DOUBLE INSULATION

REQUIRES EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE

SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A

QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHN|CtANo FOR SERVICE WE

SUGGEST YOU RETURN THE TOOL TO YOUR NEAREST

AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR REPAIR WHICH WILL BE

DONE WtTH OR_GINAL FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS.

BOX CONTENTS

This box ShOuld contain

1 257.796050 WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER

1 Ea. 6838-15 REAR GUARD & BLADE ASSY.

1 LOOSE PARTS KIT CONTAINING

2 E& 1745-2 SCREWS

2Ea.

.2 Ea.

' lEa.

lEa.

1 Ea.

lEa.

2 Ea,

1 Ea.

lea.

, , l_'_-Ea,

23591 STOP NUTS

1847-4 SCREWS '

6834_5 ASS!ST HANDLE

683205 PIVOT YOKE

HANDLE KNOB

2181 BOLD

7191-05 HANDLE INSERT

454526 WASHER

6772-05 FRONT GUARD

88-588-00 OWNERS MANUAL

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Remove TRIMMER from carton and examine it thoroughly to

make sure it is not damaged.

Remove and discard protective plastic ciips inserted in

handle tubes before assembly of trimmer.

TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY

Medium Phillips screwdriver

" Adjustable wrench or pliers

ATrACH|NG THE ASSIST HANDLE AND TUBES

YOUR WEEDWACKER COMES EQUIPPED WITH A

PIVOTING ASSIST HANDLE. THIS FEATURE ALLOWS YOU

ADDITIONAL FLEXIBILITY AND COMFORT FOR THE

ANGLE OR CUTTING POSITION YOU MIGHT REQUIRE.

HANGER

POWERCORD "_

_JTER TUB _

LOt_VER TUgE

REAR GU.ARD '

6_ A Ft_21Nr 13_J_D

--,a' /

The wire and cabte that is exposed between the tube sections

will pass through the slot in the bottom of the yoke_ " ...... I] F i

...2, Slide the yoke onto the upper tube (Fig. 1). _.,

3, Locate the assist handle on the yoke (Fig. 1) and replace all

parts as shown in Rgure 1A. IG.

4, Slideoutertubesleeveuptowertubeandoveruppertubeunt_!

t_e assembly holes are aligned. BE CAREFUL NOT TO

PINCH, CUT OR TWIST CABLE AND HARNESS DURING

ASSEMBLY.

5. Insert screws into the holes and attach locknuts (Fig. 2). Actu-

ate lever to ensure free movement of cable before tightening

screws (see instructinns under "ADJUSTABLE HANDLE" --

PAGE 4).

6. Adjust position of handle to conform to height a_ndarm length FIG. 1A

of user. Handle may be adjusted forward or backward as

desired. Assist handle may be rotated or moved up or down

by loosening t_e knob.

ATTACHING THE GUARD

TURN TRIMMER UPSIDE DOWN, SLIDE REAR GUARD

SECTION AND FRONT GUARD SECTION INTO GROOVES

,ON TRIMMER HOUSING (FIG. 3).

iNSERT 2 SCREWS SUPPLIED AND TIGHTEN FIRMLY.

DO NOT OPERATE TRIMMER WITHOUT GUARD 1N PLACE.

FIG. 2

FIG. 3

CAUTION: THE CUTI'ING BLADE MOUNTED IN THE

GUARD ASSEMBLY IS EXTREMELY SHARP AND CARE

SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN HANDLING OR

OPERATING TRtMMER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH

CUTTER.

RF_R GU/,R=)

"' • KEEP AIR VENT_

. 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE OPERATING

Before using your WEEDWACKER read and understand the Safety

Rules for Power Tools.

• Always wear SAFETY GOGGLES.

• Cut to your LEFT s_de.

• Keep people away from you.

• Inspect the areas you are going to trim for wires, cord and any

string-like matter to prevent them from getting tangled in the

cutting head.

APPLIANCE EXTENSION

CORD CORD

HOW TO ACTUATE SELF FEEDING CUTTING LINE

t. Plug in power cord.

2. Start motor

3. Tap the hub light|_, on the-tuff. Cutting line will advance

automatically while, motor is running.

4. Repeat step number 3 to advance additional cutting line. The

cutting line will be trimmed automatically by the _ade line cut-

ter while motor is running, so don't "tap out"unneCessarily long

cutting linelengths.

GENERAL TRIMMING

For mosttdmmingtheunitis TILTEDTO THE LEFTatapproximately

30 degrees(as shownbelow).

FIG.5

FIG.4 TIE CORD AS SHOWN

RETAINING EXTENSION CORD

To prevent extension cord from disconnecting from

appliance cord, tie cords as shown in Figure 4. Devices for

retaining extension cords are also available from your

nearest Sears store.

HOW TO OPERATE

1, Hotd trimmer in a comfortable upright position and depress

trigger switch.

2. Bestresultsareaccomplished withproper length lineand maim

taining full speed. Cut only with the tip of the nylon line.

WHEN OPERATING

1. The WEEDWACKER will stir up dust particles which may get

intoyour eyes. Wearsafetygoggles to prevent this. When you

cut to the LEFT SIDE, your WEEDWACKER willslingparticles

FORWARD, away from you.When you cut tothe RIGHT SIDE,

itwillslingpar£[ctesBACKtowardyou. ALWAYS CUT TO THE

.LEFT SIDE ONLY..

2. Your WEEDWACKF_Rcansting objects with adequate velocity

to cause harmtOothers,it wilt ALWAYS sling small particles

of dirt. KEEP PEOPLE AWAY FROM YOU when using your

trimmer just to be safe.

UNE IS TRIMMED AUTOMATICALLY

Your new WEEDWACKER isequipped with a fut]yautomatic line

cutter.After a newsection of lineisfed out, a blade mounted in the

guard will cut the line.toits proper length automatically.

This feature keepsthe linetdmmed toa safe and mostefficientcut-

ting length. Alwaysmake sure this cutter is wo_'kingefficiently to

achieve the best results.

toAUT,oN-THEO0, '.GB .OE.O0. 0INTHEI

tGUARDASSE SLY,S S.ARPA"DeA" I

JSHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN HANDLING OR|

/OPE"AT'" T"'M"ERTOAVO'OCO.TAO V 'T"i

0 °

MOWING

SimplypassyourWEEDWACKER over U'mareasyou wish to cut,

keepingthe cuttinghead parallel to the ground.DO NOT use the

usual 30 degree cuing angle when mowing as in lig. 5.

ADJUSTABLE HANDLE

Your TRIMMER incorporates a new adjustable handle

feature which makes trimming and edging in "hard to get at

areas" much easier, The adjust mechanism islocated on top

,P* + tit&'. \ _

-_f,,he handle gr,p _F,_.Sj..Aake sure head ison the ground

when adjusting.

1. Grasp the lever with. thumb and forefinger and puil

back gently. This will disengage the locking.pin in the

motor housing, and th e handle tube will pivot freely.

:2. Select desired position and release the lever. Tube will

Ioc!_into place automatically.

ADJUSTABLE

LEVER

FIG.6

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont'd)

REPAIR BROKEN cUTTING LINE

StOp the motor an unplug power cord.

Visible cutting fine can be retrieved with needle nosed pliers.

3. Hub should be depressed and released while keeping tension

on the cutting line. One inch o_ cutting line should feed each

time the hub is depressed.

4. If cutting line cannot be retrieved, follow instructions under

SPOOL REPLACEMENT.

SPOOL REPLACEMENT

1. Stop motorand unplug powercord.

2. Restrainrearplate_pushintookbutton (located onhub),andtwist

Ilub counter-clockwiseuntil locking bbs disengage.Removehub.

3. Rereove spool from assembly a_ndremovespring from spool

4. Rewindspooiinacco_ancewiththeinstructionsincludedherein

(fig. 8) or replace spool as appropriat_

Before reinstallingspooi be sureapproximately :3inchesof|ine

exits spool between the two foam padsasshown in fig. 7. "

Install spring on "TOPSIDE" of spool. Seefig. 7.

insertline thrueyeletin hub assemblyandseatspringendonto

center post inside hub assembly.

NOTE:Make surelinedoes notgettmpped underspool, between

the spool and hub assembly.

8. Slidespooland hubassemblyontomotorst=aft.Manlpulateparts

siightiy to obtain proper alignment.Align lockingtabson hub

assembly with slots inrear plateandinsert tabs intostotsuntil

parts bottom, Rotate hubassembly clockwisewhile restraining

the rear plate until all four lockingtabs areproperlyengaged.

9. Remove debris from undersideof yourWEEDWACKER.

IF LINE DOES NOT FEED

1, Follow instructions 1-3 under "Spool Replacement:'

2. Check to make sure line is wound in direction indicated

on spool,

3. Separate strands of tangled Itne or install new line if

t_ecessary,

4. inspect foam pad for tears of damage, replace if necessary.

5. Check spring for damage and proper installation.

6. Follow instructions 5 thru 11under "Spool Replacement."

REWINDING SPOOL

When rewind_g be sure to wind the line in the direct|on of arrow

indicatedonspool{Fig.8) Plastic isa memory malaria!and the line

should be recoiledformtheoriginalcoil to the spool ina way so the

built-in memorytendstokeepthe coilstightto the spool. If you recoil

in tileo_ite directionthecoils w0uld be 100SOai'_ tend to come

unwound.Tosecure lineto spool, place tape over approx. 11/2"of

!ine, then securetapeto spool. Line must be wound side by side

avoiding crossoveror crisscrossingto insureproper lineadvancing.

Do not wind more than a total of 40 feet of line onto spool.

FIG. 8

RECOMMENDED REPLACEME_ PARTS

AND ACCESSORIES

Your SEARS WEEDWACKJERuses SPECIALLY TREATED .065

DIAMETER MONORLAMENT NYLON cuttinglinewhichis available

at SEARS STORES AND CATALOG STORES. You may purchase

a fullywoundspoo!(PartNo. 85744) or you may purchasea package

oftwo50 foot coils(Part No.85772) or a large bulk spool ofline and

rewind yourpresent spool.

CAUTION: The use of heavier line, different types of line and ac-

cessoriesorattachments other than recommended may be hazar-

dous or cause unitfailure.

THE OPERATION OF ANY TRIMMER CAN RESULT IN FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN

INTO THE EYES,WHICH CAN'RESULT IN SEVERE EYE DAMAGE. ALVVAYSWEAR SAFETY

GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS BEFORE COMMENCING POWER TOOL OPERATION. WE

RECOMMEND WIDE VISION SAFETY MASK FOR OVER SPECTACLES OR STANDARD

• .SAFETY GLASSES AVAILABLE ATSEARS RETA L OR CATALOG STORES.

MODEL NO. 257.796050

F-.XPLODED VIEW

14"_

NO.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

18.

..... 19. •

20.

21.

22.

23_

24.

25.

26. •

27.

28.

29.

30.

31.

32,

33.

34.

35.

36.

37.

38.

39.

40.

41.-*

42.

43.

44.

45.

46.

-47.

48.

49.

50.

57.

52.

_OrOR 63.

54,

56.

57.

58.

59.

61.

62.

MODEL NO. 257.796050

PARTS LIST

DOUBLE INSULATED -- WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS

PART

NO.

23452

6781

6780_4

6767-55

3272-3

6858

6962

5517-4

6828-1

6777-05

3366

7160.1-28

7683

REE

4872_35

68454

6791

6779-04

'6792 .....

7818-1

2224

6772-05

t937

6838-15

6832-05

2181

6834O5

6833-05

2359-I

6963

78t7

1745-2

6827-7

6826-1

2701

5899

4877.15

22074643

2467-3

1586-2

4868-05

1574-1

1576

4864-15

1847.4

2865-05

2287-3

2276-1

2288

2270-4

747-2

7677

2467

2389-3

2275-1

2260

2278

2280

2277

7191-05

.454526

7182

88-58800

DESCRIPTION

,r_¢verCord

Switch Slide

Trigger

Handle R.HJL.H.

Pin, Hinge

Cable and Lever Ass,/

Tube, Upper

Harnes Assy (Incl_ Item 11)

Tube, LOwer

Pivot, R.H./LH.

PC, Bridge Assy.

Housing R.HJLH.

Motor Assy.

Auto Head Ass,/

Air Baffle

Label, Housing Front

Pin, Sleeve

S{'eeve

Spring, Sleeve

Label, Housing Top

Screw, 10-t6 x t Thd Form

Guard, Front

Screw 8-1811 x 1f2 Thd Form

Guard and Blade Assy

Yoke

Bolt, 7f4-20 x 4 Hex

Assist Handle

Knob, Adjust

Nut, Stop

Tube, Outer

Label, WarninglNameplat_

Screw, 10-24 x 1-1/4Mech.

Label, Lower HandJe

Label, Upper Handle

Hanger

Drive Adapter

Rear Plate

Washer

Retaining Ring

.Foam Pad

Spool & Line (65744) (incr. Item 40)

Spring, Compression

Eyelet

Hub ASsy (ineL Item 43, 45)

Screw, 1016 x 1t2Thd Form

Adapter Ring

Screw, 10-32 x 2 3/8 Thd Form

IEndbelfAssy (Drive)

Washer

F_eld Assy

Retaining Ring

Armature Assy

Retaining Ring

Load Washer

Endbel! Assy (Brush)

Insulator

"Brush

*Brush Spring

"Brush Holder

Handle Insert

Washer _

Sleeving

Ownem Manual

QTY.

1(set)

1 (set)

1(set)

13-<

1 .

I €_..--_ 54

I ,_-.--.49

_--61

_--- 49

*Part No..4504 Brush Assembly Kit

includes Items 57, 58, and 59

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

"257.796050......

Sears

SERVICE

is at

YOUR SERVICE.

How to Order Repair Parts

The Model Number will be found on a plate attached toyour Weedwacker

handle tube. Always mention the Model Number when requesting service

or repair parts for your Craftsman Weedwacker.

A{Ipartslistedhereinmay be ordered from any SEARS, ROEBUCK AND

CO. retail or cata!og store.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWING

• INFORMATION.

t. PART NUMBER

2. PART DESCRIPTION

3. MODEL NUMBER -- 257.796050

4. NAME OF ITEM -- WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER

USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS.

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be elec-

tronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts DistributionCenter for

expedited handling.

"Your Sears merchandise has added Value when you consider that S_ars;has

service units staffed with Sears trained technicans...professional techni-

cians specifically trained on Sears products, having the parts, tools and equip-

ment to insure that we meet ou_rpledgeto you.., we service what we sell."

I . Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chica_o,.,IL. 60684 U.S.A. 't

FORM 88-588-00 " " '.... P0687 Printedin U.SJ_

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