User manual CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER GAS TRIMMER 316-7961870

[. . . ] CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. [. . . ] You must pull the starter rope out far enough to hear the engine attempt to start. There is no need to pull the rope briskly-- there is no harsh resistance when pulling. Be aware that this starting method is vastly different from (and much easier than) what you may be used to. When the engine starts, squeeze the throttle control for 15 to 30 seconds. The red EZ-FireTM lever will click off automatically when you squeeze the throttle control. The engine does not start, go back to step 3. The engine stops while you are squeezing the throttle, go back to step 4. The engine stops before you squeeze the throttle control, hold the throttle control and pull the starter rope until the trimmer starts. NOTE: If you are having trouble starting the unit or are operating in extreme temperatures (below 40º F, above 90º F), refer to the Troubleshooting section. Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow the engine to cool down by idling. Press and hold On/Off Stop Control in the OFF (O) position until engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and Body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit. The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing · With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's hand is holding the shaft grip · The operator's left arm is slightly bent, the left hand holding the Dhandle · The unit is at waist level · The cutting attachment is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the Fig. 6 grass without the need to bend over LINE REPLACEMENT for Hassle-FreeTM Cutting Head Always use Craftsman Hassle-FreeTM XTRA QUIET Spiral Line. Choose the line size best suited for the job at hand. Red colored line is designed for cutting grass and small weeds. Black colored line is designed for cutting larger weeds and light brush. NOTE: Before inserting new line into the holes in the cutting head, identify the proper holes. Follow directions as shown on the line glide plate. Do Not attempt to remove the cutting head from the unit when replacing line. Remove the old line and line glide plate from the cutting head. [. . . ] WARNING: Do not sand blast, scrape or clean Tighten by turning the 5/8-inch socket clockwise until snug. Allow the engine to cool before transporting. Empty fuel tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Engine is flooded Old or improperly mixed fuel Fouled spark plug Plugged spark arrestor The outside temperature is below 40º F The outside temperature is above 90º F Fill fuel tank with properly mixed fuel Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times Pull the starter rope while holding the throttle control Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Replace the spark plug Clean or replace spark arrestor Pull the starter rope up to 10-15 times Pull the starter rope up to 10-15 times Replace or clean the air filter Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section or take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment Cutting attachment bound with grass Dirty air filter Plugged spark arrestor Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section or take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment Stop the engine and clean the cutting attachment Clean or replace the air filter Clean or replace spark arrestor Old or improperly mixed fuel Air filter is plugged Improper carburetor adjustment Fouled spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Replace or clean air filter Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section or take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment Replace the spark plug Clean or replace spark arrestor NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest Sears Parts & Repair center (1-800-4-MY-HOME®) or other qualified service dealer. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. [. . . ]