3. For best results, replace spool with Craftsman model
no. CMZO98030.
4. Grasp empty spool with one hand and spool housing
with other hand and pull spool out.
5. If lever
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(Figure O) in base of housing becomes
dislodged, replace in correct position before inserting
new spool into housing.
Figure O
6. Remove any dirt and grass from the spool and housing.
7. Unfasten the end of the cutting line and guide the line
into the eyelet
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Figure P.
Figure P
8. Take the new spool and push it onto the boss
the housing. Rotate the spool slightly until it is seated.
The line should protrude approximately 5-3/8 inches
(136 mm) from the housing.
9. Align the tabs on the spool cap with the slots
housing (Figure Q).
10. Push the cap onto the housing until it snaps securely
into place.
Figure Q
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CAUTION:
the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade,
cut it off so that it just reaches the blade.
nOTE: Call the Craftsman help line at: 888-331-4569
replacement parts for replacement parts (guards, spool
caps, etc.).
WARNING:
not recommended by Craftsman for use with this
appliance could be hazardous.
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in
in the
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To avoid appliance damage, if
The use of any accessory
Rewinding spool from bulk line
(use only .065 in. round diameter line)
(Fig. R, S, T)
Do not use square, star or other shaped line or larger diameter.
These may cause feeding issues or overload the motor.
Bulk line is also available for purchase from your local retailer.
nOTE: Hand wound spools from bulk line are likely to
become tangled more frequently than Craftsman factory
wound spools. For best results, factory wound spools
are recommended.
To install bulk line, follow the steps below:
1. Unplug trimmer.
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Remove the empty spool from the trimmer as described
in Replacing the spool.
2. Remove any remaining cutting line from the spool.
3. Make a fold at the end of the cutting line at about 3/4
inch (19mm)
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. Feed the cutting line into one of the
line anchoring slots
25
as shown in Figure R.
Figure R
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4. Insert the 3/4 inch (19mm) end of the bulk line into the
hole
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in the spool adjacent to the slot as shown in
Figure S. Make sure the line is pulled tight against the
spool as shown in Figure S.
Figure S
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5. Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the direction of
the arrow on the spool. Make sure to wind the line on
neatly and in layers. Do not crisscross (Figure T).
6. When the wound cutting line reaches the recesses
cut the line. (Figure S).
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Fit the spool onto the trimmer as described in
Replacing the spool.
English
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