Craftsman 74528 - Manual (Page 4)

WARNING:
Outdoor use extension cords:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use
only with an extension cord intended for
outdoor use, such as an extension cord of
type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A,
SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
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DOUBLE INSULATION
NOTE: This symbol denotes Double
Insulation. Double insulated tools are
constructed throughout with two
separate layers of electrical insulation or
one double thickness of insulation
between you and the tool’s electrical
system. Tools built with this insulation
system are not intended to be grounded.
As a result, your tool is equipped with a
two prong plug which permits you to use
extension cords without concern for
maintaining a ground connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take
the place of normal safety precautions
when operating this tool. The insulation
system is for added protection against
injury resulting from a possible electrical
insulation failure within the tool.
REPLACEMENT PARTS: When
servicing all tools, USE IDENTICAL
REPLACEMENT PARTS.
POLARIZED PLUGS
Repair or replace damaged cords.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
equipment has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This
equipment must be used with a suitable
3 wire outdoor extension cord. Polarized
connections will fit together only one
way. Make sure that the receptacle end
of the extension cord has large and small
blade slot widths. If the plug does not fit
fully into the extension cord, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, obtain a
suitable extension cord. If the extension
cord does not fit fully into the outlet,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the tool plug
or extension cord in any way.
SPECIFIC WARNING
WARNING: Some dust created by this
product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• compounds in fertilizers
• compounds in insecticides, herbicides
and pesticides
• arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber
To reduce your exposure to these
correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If
in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord. To reduce the risk of
disconnection of the appliance from the
extension cord during operation, use the
extension cord retainer described in this
manual.
IMPORTANT WARNINGS FOR STRING TRIMMERS
Minimum Gage for Extension Cords (AWG)
120 VAC Tools
Total Cord Length 0-25 26-50 51-100 105-150
Amp Rating AWG AWG AWG AWG
More than 0 18 16 16 14
Not More than 6
More than 6 18 16 14 12
Not More than 10
More than 10 16 16 14 12
Not more than 12
More than 12 14 12 Not
Not more than 16 Recommended
• The guard must be installed before
trimming or edging - if not, the motor
will overheat.
• When replacing the AFS outfeed line,
use only .060” diameter TWISTED line
- otherwise the unit will not function
properly.
• When replacing the HDL fixed line use
only Craftsman line item #85876.
• Do not bump the feed head against the
ground - it will disrupt the feed mechanism.
• Angle tool slightly (5˚ to 10˚) when
trimming.
• Always use the cord retainer.
• Wear long pants and substantial
footwear to protect yourself from injury
caused by flying debris. This is
especially important when edging with
the appliance.
SAFETY WARNINGS