Craftsman 257797020 Owner's manual
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- Power tools
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- Owner's manual
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO,
257.797020
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
CRRFTSMRN
114HORSEPOWER
13" CUTTING WIDTH
ADJUSTABLE HANDLE
ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER ®
• Assembly
- Operation
• Service and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.
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REV.A 1089
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
1. Risk of eye injury--a{ways use safety glasses orsimilar protection.
2. Keep hands, face and fee{ dear of rotating line. Do not operate
withoutguard in place,
3. Dress Properly--Do notwear loose clothing or jewelry. They can
be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial
footwear isrecommended when workingoutdoors. Wear long
pantsto protectyour legs.
....4o.Ke_p childrenaway--_li visitors should be kept ata distance `from .....
workarea.
5. Avoid dangerous environment.--don't use roofin damp or wet
locations,or in the vicinity of flamroable fumes. Don't Use InRain.
6. Use RightApp{iance_Do not useappliance tot any job except
that for which it is intended.
7. WARNING: To reduce risk of electric shock, use only.with an
extension Cord intendedfor outdoor use. A two-wire cordwithout a
ground connection may be used since the tool is double insulated.
8. Cord Sets--Make sure your cord set is in good condition, When
using a cord set be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw.An unders_zed cord set wit!cause
a drop in linevoltage resulting in lossofpower and over-heating.
Cord should be 16gage or heavier and should notexceed t00 ft.
To reduCethe like ihood of disconnect on ofcord set from too!
dudngoperation, seCure cords as shown in Figure A. I!L. listed
extensioncords suitable for outdoor use are available atyour
nearest Sears store.
•FIG. A
9. Avoid Unlntentional Starting--Don't carry plugged-in tool wlth
finger on switch. Be sure switch is offwhen pluggir_gin.
10. Don't abuse cord--never c_rry tooibycord or yank it froro
receptacle. Keep card away from heat, oilandsharp edges.
Replace damaged cord iroroed[atety
I "i.Don't force tool--it will dothe job better and with less ikel hood of
a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
........ i 2. D0n'I overreach--keep proper footing and balance at aii times,
13. Disconnect toolfrom power supply when notin use, and when
making any repairs, inspections, and changing accessories and
the like.
14. Double Insulated--When servicing useonly identical
replacement parts. Do not iJseany type of wireor meta! cutting
line.
15. Maintain trimmer with oare_to reduce riskof injury foih0w
instruclions forrepfaelng or rewinding spool. Keep trimmer glean.
Keep air vents clear of debris.
16. Stere trimmer indoors---wilen not inuse, toolshou(d be stored
indoorsin a high, dryor locked-up piaceo_dof reach of chiJdren.
17. The line cutler is extremely sharp and care should beexercised
when handling or operating _oavoid contact with the cutter.
SERVICING OF A TOOL WITH DOUBLE INSULATION REQUIRES
EXTREME CARE' AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM AND
SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECH=
NfCIAN. FOR SERVICE WE SUGGEST YOU RETURN THE TOOL TO
YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER FOR REPAIR WHICH
WILL BE:DONE'WITH ORIGINAL FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS.
This tool will operate on 110/120 Volt AC, 60 Hertz electrical current only.
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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY O1_CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC TRIMMER
Ifthis Craftsman Electdc Weedwacker Trimmerfails to give complete satisfaction within one
year from the date of purchase RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE
UNITED STATES, and Sears will repair or replace_t, free ofcharge.
Ifthis Craftsman E_ectrlc Weedwackar'£Hmmer is used for.commercia! or rental purposes,
this warranty applies for only 90 daysfrom the date of purchase. This warranty applies only
while this product is in use in the United States.
Warranty service is available by simptycontacting the nearest Sears store or Service Center
throughout the United States,
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may afse have other rights which vary from
state tostate.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept 731CR-W, Sears Tower,Chicago, IL 60684
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BOX CONTENTS
257.797020 W_ED AND GRASS TRIM MER
1 Loose Parts Kit Containing
2 Ea. 79621 Machine Screws (For Tubes)
2 Ea. 2935-2 Stop Nuts
:2Ea. 8268-1 Pointed Screws (For Guards)
I Ea, 1592-15 Assist Handle
1 _. "82-84 Bolt,
1 Ea. 8285 , Wingnut
I Ea. 6784-05 Front Guard
1Ea. O6817-15 Guard & Btade Assy.
1 Ea. 88-693-00 Owner's Manual
Remove TRIMMER from carton and examine it thoroughly to
make sure it isnot damaged.
Remove and discard protective plastic clips inserted in
handle tubes before assembly of.trimmer.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
• Medium Phillips screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench or pliers
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
ATTACHING THE ASSIST HANDLE AND TUBES
Attach the assist handle to the uppertube before joining the
three tube sections. (Fig. 1}
• The harness Wirethat is exposed between the tubes will pass
through the slot in the bottom ofthe handle.
• Slide assist handle uponto the upper tube.
• Place the bolt into the handle, attach wingnut and tighten. (Fig. 2)
. Slide outer tube up lower tube and overupper tube until
the assembly holes are aligned, being carefu! not topinch
'orcut harness wire.
NOTE: Shouid the outer tube be difffcuit toslide, grasp outer
tube steeve firmly and twist slowly back and forth while
pushing upward.
• insert screws carefully to avoid damage to harness wire, attach
Iocknuts and tighten. (Fig. 3)
ATTACHING THE GUARD
• TurnTrimmer upside down. Slide Guard and Blade Ass_ and
FrontGuard into grooves on Trimmer housing (Fig 4).
- Insert 2 screws supplied and tighten firmly.
• DO NOT OPERA'rE TRIMMER WITHOUT GUARDS IN
PLACE.
CAUTION: THE CUTTING BLADE MOUNTED iN THE
GUARD ASSEMBLY IS EXTREMELY SHARP AND CARE
SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN HANDLING OR
OPERATING TRIMMER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH
CUTTER.
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
ftANGER
I,_-_ HA_r'aLE
4_IRIGGER
UPPER _.-_" ASSIST HANDLE
LOWER TUBE'-_'_ FOAM GRIP
kk
_$j_ YRIMMER HOUSING
GUARD & BLAID_ ASN_ _FRONT GUARD
C_AITTtNG HF.AD
$ "_"_.._ rowE.
/ _ "ruse
LOC.I_tR
SCREW\
_ CUT/ING _tJ_DE
TRIMMER HOUSING
TRIMMER HOUSING
KEEP AIR VEN_
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OPERATION
THE OPERATION OF ANY POWER TOOL CAN RESULT IN FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING
THROWN INTO THE EYES, WHICH CAN RESULT iN SEVERE INJURY. ALWAYS WEAR
SAFETY GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS BEFORE COMMENCING POWER TOOL OPERATION.
WE RECOMMEND USING STANDARD SAFETY GLASSES OR USING A WIDE VISION
SAFETY MASK IF YOU ALREADY WEAR GLASSES. BOTH ARE AVAILABLE AT SEARS
RETAIL OR CATALOG STORES.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RETAINING EXTENSION CORD
Toprevent extension cord from disconnectingfrom appliance
cord, tie cords as shown in Fig. 5, Devises for retaining
extension cords are alsoavailable fromyour nearest Sears
store,
Extension cord should be 16gauge or heavier and shoutd not
exceed 100feet.
TOOLCORD EXTENSIONCORD
FIG. 5 [
HOW TO ACTUATE SELF FEEDING CUTTING LINE
Your trimmer is equipped with an Automatic LitheFeed head,
Whenever sw_tchisdepressed, thehead will advance the
cutting line. Allowtrimmer to stop before restarting toadvance
mere line, Avoid frequent starting and stopping oftrimmer. This
may cause unnecessary use of the line.
The line cutter mounted in the guard willautomatically cut the
line tothe correct length.
'DO NOT BUMP AUTO HEAD ON GROUND TO ADVANCE LINE J
IMPORTANT:
Remove protective cover from the cuttingblade before
operating trim met,
CAUTION: The cutting blade mountedin the guard assembJyis
extremely sharp and care should be exercisedwhen handling or
operating trimmer to avoid contact with cutter,
BEFORE OPERATING
Before operating your trimmer, read and understand the
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION,
* Always wear safety goggles ora safety mask
• Cut to your LEFT skfe.
• Keep people away from you.
a,Inspect the areas you are goingto trimfor wires, cord and any
String-like matter to prevent them from getting tangle d in the
cutting head.
HOW TO OPERATE
Hotd trimmerin a comfortabte uprightposition and depress
triggerswitch. Swing trimmer slowly from righttoleft using a
sweeping motion, keeping the cutting head off the ground.
Formost trimming,the Trimmer Head should be tilted tothe left
side approximately10to 30 degrees. {Fig 6)
NOTE: The tipof the nylon line doesthe cutting. Do not force
more Ofthe lineinto the material being cuL Best results are
obtained with properlength line and maintaining fultmotor
speed.
FIG. 6 4 ._1o_ "
OPERATING TIPS
The trimmer will stir up dust particles which may get intoyour
eyes, Wear safety goggles or safety mask to prevent this. When
you cut tothe LEFT SIDE, your trimmer willslingparticles
FORWARD, away from you. When you cut to the RIGHT SIDE, it
wil!slingparticles BACK toward you. ALWAYS_,UT TO THE
LEFT SiDE ONLY.
Your trimmer can slingobjects with adequate velocitytocause
harm to others. It wiUALWAYS sling small particles ofdirt Wear
pants to protect your legs and KEEP PEOPLE AWAYFROM
YOU when using your trimmer just to be safe.
CHANGING HANDLE POSI_rlON
1, Unplug power cord to avoid accidents.
2, Grasp tube grip.
3. With other hand, support housing rear.
4. Pull tube away from trimmer housing (Fig 7). This will
disengage the locking pin and the handle tube wilf
pivot freely.
5. Rotate to desired position and release handle tube,
Tube will lock into place automatically,
FIG. 7
- and ADJUSTMENT
SPOOL REPLACEMENT
• Stop motorand unplugpower cord.
• Push in button (marked "PUSH") toe°ted on head and remove
cover. Do not force. No tools needed. Use finger pressure only.
o Lift out spoo_and replace with new spool and line.
See RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS & CAUTION
below,
-Keeping line tightly wound on spool, set spool into-head
housing, guiding approx.3to 4 inches of line lhrough the
opening.
• Replace cover.
IF LINE DOES NOT FEED
• Stop motor and unplugpower cord.
• Push inbutton (marked "PUSH") located on head and remove
cover and spool. Do not force. No tools needed. Use finger
pressure only:
• Check to make sure lineiswound in direction indicated on
spool and that the spout isnot overfilled or jarnmed.
• Separate strands oftangled lineor install new line if
necessary.
,, Replace spool and cover.
REWINDING SPOOL
t Stop motor and unplugpower cord.
t. Push in button (marked "PUSH") located on head and remove
cover. Do notforce. No tools are necessary. Use finger
pressure only.
= Lift out spoo! to rewlnd with new line.Remove any old linefrom
spool.
See RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS & CAUTION
below.
Do not wind more than atotal of 17feet ofline onto spool
• Secure new line tospool by slippingit intothe tapered slot
(located in topof line spool)and sliding line towards the
narrow part of the slot.
. Wind the line side by side (do notcrossover or crisscross) in
the direction indicated onthe spool.(Fig.9)
IMPORTANT: It you wind inthe opposite direction, the linewill
not feed.
- Keeping line tightly woundon spool,set spool into head
housing, guiding approx. 3 to 4 inches of linethrough the
opening.
• Replace cove_
NOTE: After rewinding, line may be held in position by
inserting the end ofthe line into the retaining slot.
FIG. 8
RG.9
TOOPENPUSHIN BUTTON
. , FTOFFCOVER
_COVER
OOL & LINE
HEAD'HOUSING
"PUSH"
_ BUTTON
\RET_NINGSLOT
TAPEREDSLOT
RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS
AND ACCESSORIES
YourSEARS l_immer uses SPECIALLY TREATED.065 DIAMETER
MONOFILAMENT NYLON cutting, line which is available at
SEARS STORES AND CATALOG STORES. You may purchase a
•fugywound spool (Part No.85835) oryou may purchase a 100foot
coil of line (Part No. 85772} or a large bulk spool of line and rewind
your present spool.
CAUTION: The use of heavier line, different types of line and
accessories or attachments other than recommended may be
hazardous or cause unitfailure.
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CRAFTSMAN 13" ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER257.797020 REPAIRPARTS
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CRAFTSMAN 13" ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER 257-797020 REPAIR PARTS
DOUBLE INSULATED-WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS
REF, PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1. 8730-.I Power Cord
2. 6781 Switch Slide
3. 6780-04 Trigger
4. 6767-75 Handle R,HJL.H.
5. " 3788-4 Tube, Upper
6. 8660-3 Harness
7. 8085 LowerTube/Grip Assy.
8. 6776-05 Pivot R,HJ'LH,
g. 7159-2-28 Housing R_HJL,R.
10. 9684-2 MotorlAdapter Assy.
"_1. 9183-2 Head Assy. (cOmplete} (85842)
12. 9192 Cover
13, 9190-1 Spool & Line (85835) Gray
14. 9188 Cam
15. 9t88 Arm
16. 9187 Spr_ng
17. 9185 Uae Shield
18. 9786 Screw, 10-32 x.62 Math.
19. 9087 Washer, .030 x J96x.750
20. 9688-1 HousinglBaffie Assy.
21. 4007 Push Nut
22.. 8726-1 HousingASSy.
(incLItems 15,16,17, 20, 21}
23. 8477 Label, Housing Front
24. 9717 Label, Housing Top
2.5. 3272-4 Pin, Sleeve
26. 6783*04 Sleeve
27. 1574-t Spdng, Sleeve
28. 7903-1 Screw
29, 6784-05 Guard, Front
30. 8268-t Screw
31. Q6817-15 Guard and Blade Assy.
32. 8284 Bolt, t/4-20 x I Hex
33. 8285 Wingnut
34. 1582-t5 Assist Handle
35. 3932-2 Tul_, Outer
36. 9682 Labet, WaminglNameplate
37. 3935_2 Nut, Stop
38. 7962-1 Screu,_,'8-32 X7/8 Mach,
39. 8622 L_bet, Handle
40. ;2701 Hanger
4"_- 7340-1 Label, Push/Pull
42. 9817-6t Anmature Endbell Assy.
43. 3.678-4 Field ,_ssy.
44. 9273 Bridge, Termia_
45. 4946-t6 Washer
46. 26-007 Brush Holder
47. 57-009 Spring, Brusk
48. 20-018 Brush
49. 8726-1 Endbell ASS'y,(Brush)
.50. 2467-1 Retaining Ring
51. 50-026-3 Screw, 6-32 x 2 Thd Fon'n
52. 52-020 Loclo,vashe_;,#6 Split
53. 88-693-00 Owner's Marin!!
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
257.797020
How to Order
Repair Parts
CRRFTSMRN®
1/4 HORSEPOWER
13" CUTTING WIDTH
ADJUSTABLE HANDLE
ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER ®
The Model Number will be found on a label attached to your
Trimmer's handle tube. Always mention the Model Number when
requestingservice orrepair parts for your Craftsman Trimmer.
AI! parts listedherein may be ordered from ariy SEARS SERVICE
CENTER located in most retail stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOL-
LOWING INFORMATION.
1. PART NUMBER
2.PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER -- 257.797020
4. NAME OF _EM--WEED AND GRASS TRIMMER
USE ONLY SEARS REPLACEMENT PARTS.
tf the parts you need are not stocked locally,your Orderwiltbe
electronical{y transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts DistributionCen-
ter for handling,
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S,A.
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