Craftsman 315.796621 User manual

SWAINS

OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

315.796621

CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

Carefully

SAVE THIS

MANUAL FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

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CRRFTSMRN

16 INCH HEDGE TRIMMER

DOUBLE INSULATED

Introduction

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance

Repair Parts

Designed exclusively for and sold only by

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 731A!671, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

PRINT£O IN U _ A

FULL ONE YE.AR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN HEDGE TRIMMER

If this Craftsman Hedge Trimmer fails to perform properly due to adefect in material or workmanship

within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge,

if this Craftsman Hedge Trimmer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty coverage

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase,

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE

CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while product is in use in the United

States.

This warranty gwes you specific legal rights and you may also, have other rights which vary from

state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AN[3 CO.

DEPT, 731A/671

SEARS TOWER

CHICAGO, IL 60684

INTRODUCTION

DOUBLE INSULATION -- is a concept in safety, in

electric power tools, which eliminates the need for

the usual three wire grounded power cord and

grounded supply system. Wherever there is electric

current in the tool there are two complete sets of in.

sulatlon to protect the user. AH exposed metal parts

are isolated from the internal metal motor com-

ponents with protecting Insulation.

IMPORTANT _ Servicing of a tool with double in.

sulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the

system and should be performed only by a qualified

service technician. For service we suggest you

return the tool to your nearest Sears Store for repair.

Always use original factory replacement parts when

servicing.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

1, KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER -- READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS -- Read

owner's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific

potential hazards related to this tool.

2, DRESS PROPERLY -- Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry. They can be caught tn mov-

ing parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear and safety goggles or safety glasses

with side shields is recommended.

3. STAY ALERT -- Watch what you are doing -- use common sense, Do not operate trim-

mer when fatigued,

.CUT HAZARD -- KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADES -- Keep

both hands on handles when power is on, Do not attempt to remove cut material or hold

material to be cut When blades are moving, Make sure your trimmer is unplugged and

the switch is off when clearing jammed material from blades. Do not grasp the exposed

cutting blades or cutting edges of trimmer.

5. I_i]]_-- Blades will coast after trimmer is turned off.

7. WHEN OPERATING YOUR TRIMMER --Keep extension cord behind trimmer. Never

drape it over hedge being trimmed.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY-- Do not permit children to contact trimmer or extension cord.

Keep children asafe distance from work area.

9. USE TRIMMER PROPERLY -- Use only for trimming the type of shrub, growth, etc.,

described in the operating instructions, Do not abuse trimmer.

10. DON'T OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTABLE SUPPORT -- Keep goodfooting and

balance at all times. Do not use on ladder.

11, AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF TRIMMER -- Before plugging in trimmer, be

sure trimmer switch is off. Don't carry trimmer with finger on switch.

12. DISCONNECT (UNPLUG) TRIMMER FROM POWER SUPPLY -- When not in use, before

servicing, cleaning, etc.

13. MAINTAIN TRIMMER WITH CARE -- Keep blades sharp at all times, and clean for best

and safest performance. Follow maintenance instructions. Always use a clean cloth

when cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any

strong solvents to clean your tool.

14. STORE TRIMMER INDOORS -- When net in use store trimmer indoors in a dry place

where not accessible to children.

15. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TRIMMER -- For service or repair return the trimmer to

your nearest Sears store. See that only identical replacement parts are used.

16. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN -- Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

17.

i8: AVOID LOCKING TRIMMER SWITCH ON -- Do not use switch lock unless necessary.

Do not leave switch locked on.

19. WEAR HEARING PROTECTION DURING EXTENDED PERIODS OF OPERATION.

20. EXTENSION CORDS. -- The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power.

To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent tool overheating, be sure to use an exten-

sion cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw, For lengths less than

100 feet, No. 16 A.W.G. extension cords should be used. Follow the recommended cord

sizes on the chart below when using extension cords. If in doubt, use the next heavier

gage. The smaller the gage number the heavier the cord, For tools rated 6 amps or less:

Extension Cord Length Wire Size A.W.G.

25 Feel 18

50 Feet 16

100 Feet 16

150 Feet 14

21. TO PREVENT DISCONNECT of extension cord during operation, make knot as shown in

Fig. 8.

22. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Review them frequently for continuing safe operation

and instructing third-party users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these

instructions also.

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING FRONT HANDLE

See 'Figure I,

After removing your hedge trimmer from its carton,

install the front handle, screw, and hex nut as

follows:

1. Turn the front handle sothat the flat surface faces

the barrier ofyour hedge trimmer, then fit theears

of the front handle Into the handle slots on the

motor housing. See Figure I,

2. Holding yourhedge trimmerby the rear handle, in-

sert screw from left to right through the front han-

dle and motor housing.

3. Thread hsx nut onto end of screw, then fit into

molded slot on right side of the front handle, See

Figure 2.

4. Tighten screw securely with a flat screwdriver.

HAN_.t

_F_|

SLOTAS SHOWN Fig. 2

OPERATION

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,e Figure 3.

,rease of operation yourhedge trimmer has a front

ndte _A! lind arear handle _B_.

front handle and the blade [D).DO NOT OPERATEIF

+RRIERBECOMES BROKEN OR DAMAGED, When

using your hedgetrimmer hold It with both handsas

own In Figure 3, DO NOT USE BARRIERAS GRIP-

_G SURFACE,

iliBil

ADE LUBRICATION

See Figure 4.

Dlaconnae| Hedge Tdmmar from power supply,

For easier operation lind longer blade life lubricate

Dhedge trimmer blade before end after each use.

=fore lubricating, be sure the switch Is in the "off"

p ,sltlon and the tool is disconnected from the power

supply. Apply light machine oll along the edge of the

strap as shown in Figure 4. Fig. 4

The trimmer should be stopped, dlscc ...... "_ ""_

oiled occasionally during use. Page 4

TRIMMINGAHEDGE

See Figures 5 & 6,

USE TRIMMER PROPERLY. Hold the Hedge Trimmer

with both hands and with the cutter blade away from

you BEFORE turning the switch on.

Always keep cord behind your Hedge Trimmer when

in use. Do not place It over the hedge where it may

be cut by thE!blade.

trimming thorny or prickly growth,

When trimming new growth, use a wide, sweeping

action so that the stems are fed directly into the cut-

ter blade. Older growth will have thicker stems and

will be trimmed easiest by using a sawing move.

ment. Do not try to cut stems that are larger than

3/8" thick or those obviously too large to feed into

the cutter blade. Use a non-powered hand saw or

pruning saw to cut the larger stems.

If desired, you can use a string to help cut your

hedge level. Decide how high you want the hedge,

Then stretch a piece of string along the hedge at

this height, Trim the hedge lust above this guide line

of string. Sea Figure 5. Trim the side of ahedge so

that It will be slightly narrower at the top as shown in

Figure 8. More of the hedge will be exposed when

shaped this way and its growth will be more uniform.

SHARPENING THE cUTTER BLADE.

See Figure 7.

1. Allow the Hedge Trimmer to come to a stop with

the cutter blade and blade guard positioned as

shown in Figure 7. This will allow clearance for

the file between cutter teeth and guard teeth.

2. Disconnect Hedge Trimmer from power supply.

3. Clamp the blade assembly in avise and file the ex-

posed cutting surface of each blade tooth with an

8 inch smooth round file, 1/4" or 7/32" diameter.

Be sure to retain the original angle of tooth when

filing.

4. Remove the Hedge Trimmer from the vise, restart

it, and stop it so that the unsharpened edges of

the blade teeth are exposed.

5. Disconnect the tool and repeat the sharpening

procedure as described above.

CUTTER

BLADE

GUARD

Fig. 7

Page 5

See Figure 8.

If you have not yet purchased a cord-lock (Cat. No. 9

2595), it I$ possible to tie the extension cord and tool

cord tn a knot to prevent them from becoming

disconnected during use, Make the knot as shown in

Figure 8, then connect the plug end of the tool cord

into the receptacle and of the extension cord. You

can also use this method to tie two extension cords

together.

EXTEHSION TOOL

CO ',D

TIE CORD AS SHOWN AND CONNECT

PLUG AND RECEPTACLE Fig, 8

GENERAL

MAINTENANCE

WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS

Only the parts shown in parts list, page 7, are intend-

ed to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All

other parts represent an important part of the double

insulation system and should be serviced only by a

qualified service technician.

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts.

Most plastics are susceptible to various types of

commerciat solvents and may be damaged by their

usa. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust,

etc.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a

sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for tl;_Jlfe

of the unit under normal operating conditions.

Therefore, .no further lubrication is required,

The operation of any hedge trimmer can result In foreign objects being thrown

Into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before commencing

power loci operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side

shields and a full face shield when needed, We recommend Wide Vision Safety

Mask for use over spectacles or standard safety glasses with side shields,

available at Sears Catalog Order or Retail Stores,

Pa_ge6

--_'---CRAFTSMAN 16 INCH HEDGE TRIMMER -- MODEL NUMBER 315.796621-_--.-

The Model Number will be found on a plate attached Io the Motor Housing. I

Always mention the Model Number in all correspondence regarding your I

H_DGE TRIMMER or when ordering repair parts.

SEE BACK PAGE FOR PARTS ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

SEE NOTE "A"

Kay

No. Part Number

1 998557.002

2 930517,073

3 612695-001

4 929058-005

5 998553,002

612547-511

PARTS LIST

Description Quan.

Logo Plate ............................... 1

Screw (1/4-20 x 4.1/4 Rd. Hd,) ............... 1

Front Handle ............................. 1

"Hex Nut (1/4-20)" "STD541025 ............... 1

Data Plate ................................ I

Owner's Manual

i i

NOTE: "A" -- The assembly shown represents an important part of the Double Insulated System. To

avoid the possibility of alteration or damage to the System, service should be performed by your

nearest Sears Repair Center. Contact your nearest sears Catalog Order or Retail Store.

"Standard Hardware Item _May Be Purchased Locally

"'Available From DIv. 98 _ Source 980,00

Page 7

SWAINS

OWNERS

MANUAL

SERVICE

MODEL NO.

315.796621

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

CRAFTSMRN

16 INCH HEDGE

TRIMMER

DOUBLE INSULATED

Now that you have purchased your Hedge Trimmer,

should a need ever exist for repair parts or service,

simply contact any Sears Service Center and most

Sears, Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure to provide

all pertinent facts when you call or visit,

The model number of your Hedge Trimmer will be

found on a plate attached to the motor housing.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

• PART NUMBER •PART DESCRIPTION

• MODEL NUMBER

315.796621 •NAME OF ITEM

Hedge Trimmer

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Ser-

vice Center and most Sears stores.

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your

order will be electron_ally transmitted to a Sears

Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.

SEARS, ROEBUCK ANO CO,, Dept. 731A/671, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

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