Craftsman 944.511590 manual

Operator's Manual BRUSHCUTI'ER ATTACHMENT Model No. 0944.511590 NOT DESIGNED FOR USE WITH ELECTRIC POWERHEADS DANGER: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 <.o°,, liste[...]

Warranty Statement 2 Service & Adjustments 10 Safety Rules 2 Storage 11 Assembly 5 Parts List 12 Operation 7 French 13 Maintenance 9 Parts and Ordering Back Cover LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, Sears Canada, Inc,, will repair or replace free of charge, at Sears o[...]

DANGER: Blade can thrust vio- lently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust can cause amputa- tion of arms or legs. Keep people and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. _WARNING: Blade can throw ob- jects violently, You can be blinded or injured, Wear eye and leg protection. ALWAYS WEAR _ Eye _O_4_ Protection tim Leg • • Guards _ Boots _[...]

• Be sure blade stops turning when engine idles. • Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end supported to prevent the blade from contacting any object. Hold the unit by hand; do not use the shoulder strap forsupport. • Keep others away when making car- buretor adjustments. • Use only recommended Craftsman accessories and replacement pa[...]

CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol* lowing list. Model C944.511590 • Brushcutter Attachment • Handlebar (with Clamp and Knob) • Handlebar Clamp Base (with Spacer Tabs) • Shoulder Strap • Upper Shoulder Strap Clamp • Lower Shoulder Strap Clamp (with Spacer Tabs) • Clamp Screws (6) • Attachment Hanger • Hex Wrench[...]

6, Retighten handlebar byturning clamp knob clockwise until handle- bar is secure and stationary in clamp (clamp knob cannot be overtightened), SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY i_ WARNING: Proper sbeulder strap and handlebar ad ustments are required before use, The shou der strap camp must be installed as shown above the handlebar on the upper tube (power- [...]

KNOW YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiar- ize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference, ocking Lever e Hanger _b, Gearbox _ Blade Shield "__ Bl[...]

4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clock- wise. INSTALLING ATTACHMENT HANGER An attachment hanger is provided for storage when attachment is not in use. To install hanger on attachment: 1. Remove the tube cap from the at- tachment (if present) and discard. 2. Press and hold the locking/release button. 3. Push hanger onto[...]

• Do not raise the engine above your waist as the blade can come danger- ously close toyour body. • Do not swing the unit with such force that you are in danger oflosing your balance. Bring the powerhead engine tocutting speed before entering the material to be cut. If the blade does not turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger ofthe pow- erh[...]

BLADE REPLACEMENT _WARNING: The blade will contin- ue to spin after the engine stops or af- ter the throttle trigger has been re- leased. To avoid serious injury, make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade. WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the [...]

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: • Allow attachment and gearbox to cool before storing or transporting. • Store attachment with blade shield in place. Position attachment so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. • Store the attachment in a dry, well ventilated area out of the reach of children. SEASONAL S[...]