Craftsman 172.74544 User Manual

Operator’s Manual12-in. 4.0 AmpWeedwacker® Electric TrimmerModel No. 172.74544CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Inst

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.A\ WARNING: : Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or

UNPACKING1. The trimmer comes assembled except for the safety guard and auxiliary handle, which must be attached.2. Remove the trimmer, auxiliary ha

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER / EDGER (Fig. 2, 2a, 2b and 3)NOTE: Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safe

DESCRIPTION cont.This Trimmer/Edger has the following features cont.:7. Edge Guide provides a cutting guide to help protect flowers, plants, screens

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS cont.INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD cont. (Figs. 4 and 4a )4. Insert the edge of the guard into the slot along the back of th

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS cont.ATTACHING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE cont. (Fig. 6 and 6a)NOTE: THE AUXILIARY HANDLE MUST BE ATTACHED to the trimmer shaft b

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS contADJUSTING THE HEIGHT(Fig. 7 and 7a)The Trimmer’s Telescopic Shaft Comesin the Collapsed Position1. To raise the telesco

ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS cont.TO USETRIMMER FOR EDGING:ROTATE REAR HANDLE AND UPPER SHAFT 180°(Figs. 9, 9a and 10)1. Disconnect the trimmer from the

OPERATION cont.TRIMMING AND EDGING (Figs. 11 and 12)When trimming, cut from left to right for cutting efficiency; this throws the clippings aw

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/K WARNING: DO NOT grasp the exposed cutting line when picking up or holding the trimmer.A single 0.065-inch round cutting line is pre-installed on th

OPERATION cont.TO REPLACE CUTTING LINE (Fig. 14)REMOVETHE SPOOLFor easy spool replacement we recommend using Craftsman 71-85967, bump feed replacement

FILLING SPOOL WITHCUTTING LINE cont. (Fig. 15)4. When the wound cutting line reaches the eyelets (recesses), cut the line. Temporarily park the line

MAINTENANCEA WARNING: To avoid injury, ALWAYS turn off and disconnect the trimmer from the power outlet BEFORE installing line, cleaning the trimmer o

A WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories (cutting line) that are not recommended for this tool will be dangerous and can result in serious per

12-in.Weedwacker® ElectricTrimmerModel No. 172.74544The model number wi be found on the nameplate of the Trimmer.Always mention the model number w

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSA WARNING: if correctly used, this electric trimmer Is an easy to handle and efficient tool; If used Improperly or without the due

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.PERSONAL SAFETY cont.5. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields or full face sh

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.As. WARNING: GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection shou provided on all circuits or outle

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.EXTENSION CORDS cont.A\ WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace immediately. Never use tool wit

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC TRIMMERS cont7. DO NOT carry the trimmer by the cord or pull the cord to disconnect it from the re