Craftsman 944.361161 Manuel utilisateur

581 00 18-27 05.09.12 BY Printed in U.S.A.

Model No.

944.361161

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment.

Owner’s Manual

WHEELED

WEEDTRIMMER

675 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine

22 Inch Cut

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

Warranty ................................................4-5

Safety Rules ..........................................2-3

Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................6

Operation...............................................7-9

Maintenance Schedule...........................10

Maintenance......................................10-12

Product Speciﬁ cations ..........................10

Service and Adjustments...................13-14

Storage..............................................14-15

Troubleshooting......................................16

Repair Parts.......................................18-26

Sears Service .......................... Back Cover

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

Look for this symbol to point out im-

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

cidental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact plug.

CAUTION: Mufﬂer and

other engine parts become

extremely hot during

operation and remain hot

after engine has stopped.

To avoid severe burns

on contact, stay away from these areas.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions on the machine and in the manual

before starting. Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper use of

the machine before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts.

• Keep all parts of your body away from

mufﬂer and spinning line. A hot mufﬂer

can cause serious burns.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who

are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

• Stay away from breakable objects, such

as house windows, auto glass, green-

houses, etc.

• Clearthearea ofobjectssuchasrocks,toys,

wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the spinning lines.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before trimming, particularly small chil-

dren and pets. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Wear appropriate clothing such as a long-

sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long

trousers or slacks. Do not wear shorts.

• Do not wear loose clothing which could

get caught in this equipment.

• Do not operate the machine when bare-

foot or wearing open sandals. Always

wear work gloves and sturdy footwear.

Leather work shoes or short boots work

well for most people. These will protect

the operator’s ankles and shins from

small sticks, splinters, and other debris,

and improve traction.

• Do not pull machine backwards un-

less absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while mov-

ing backwards.

• Do not operate the machine without

proper guards, plates or other safety

protective devices in place.

• See manufacturer’s instructions for

proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessories ap-

proved by the manufacturer.

• Never use blades, wire, or ﬂailing devices.

This unit is designed for line trimmer use

only. Use of other accessories or attach-

ments will increase the risk of injury.

• Stop the rotating trimmer head when

crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.

Wait for the cutting lines to stop rotating.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment and allow it to cool,

before cleaning, repairing or inspecting

the unit. Be sure the trimmer head and

all moving parts have stopped.

The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into

the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or performing any

adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a

wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

MODEL NUMBER 126T02-1377-B1

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

562 691119 Bolt (Governor Control Lever)

563 691138 Screw (Debris Screen Guard)

564 690351 Screw (Control Cover)

584 697734 Cover-Breather Passage

585 691879 Gasket-Breather Passage

592 690800 Nut (Rewind Starter)

597 691696 Screw (Pawl Friction Plate)

601 791850 Clamp-Hose (Green)

604 691757 Cover-Control

608 697671 Starter-Rewind

613 691340 Screw (Mufﬂer)

615 690340 Retainer-Governor Shaft

616 698801 Crank-Governor

617 270344s Seal-O Ring (Intake Manifold)

621 692310 Switch-Stop (Brake)

633 691321 Seal-Choke / Throttle Shaft

(Throttle Shaft)

633A 693867 Seal-Choke / Throttle Shaft

(Choke Shaft)

668 493823 Spacer (Control Bracket)

676 393760 Deﬂector-Mufﬂer

677 690661 Screw (Mufﬂer Deﬂector)

684 690345 Screw

(Breather Passage Cover)

689 691855 Spring-Friction

703 696309 Clip (Debris Shield)

718 690959 Pin-Locating

741 795755 Gear-Timing (Includes Shim)

842 691031 Seal-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)

847 692047 Dipstick / Tube Assembly

851 493880s Terminal-Spark Plug

868 697338 Seal-Valve

869 691155 Seat-Valve (Intake)

870 690380 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)

871 262001 Bushing-Valve Guide

(Exhaust Valve)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

871 63709 Bushing-Valve Guide

(Intake Valve)

883 691881 Gasket-Exhaust

949 696306 Guard-Debris Screen

957 692046 Cap-Fuel Tank

966 795259 Base-Air Cleaner Primer

967 493537s Filter-Pre Cleaner

968 692298 Cover-Air Cleaner

972 699374 Tank-Fuel

975 493640 Bowl-Fuel

976 694395 Primer-Carburetor

994 398067 Arrester-Spark

997 696310 Shield-Debris

1005 691346 Fan-Flywheel

1036 - - - Label-Emissions (Available

from any Briggs & Stratton

Authorized Dealer)

1058 277039 Operator’s Manual

1059 692311 Kit-Screw / Washer

(Fuel Tank)

1095 498528 Gasket Set-Valve

1210 498144 Pulley / Spring Assembly

(Pulley)

1211 498144 Pulley / Spring Assembly

(Spring)

1329 Replacement Engine

1330 270962 Repair Manual

Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key Number 121

Engine Gasket Set, Key Number 358

Valve Gasket Set, Key Number 1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in

U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

WARNING: This trimmer is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should

not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered

land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap-

plicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in

effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California

Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands. A spark arrester for the mufﬂer is available through your nearest Sears

Service Centre/Department in Canada (see the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

• Operate only in daylight or good artiﬁcial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Never operate machine in wet grass. Al-

ways be sure of your footing: keep a ﬁrm

hold on the handle and walk; never run.

• If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and

check immediately for the cause. Vibra-

tion is generally a warning of trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when oper-

ating machine.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in

severe injury. All slopes require extra cau-

tion. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not

trim it.

DO:

• Trim across the face of slopes: never up

and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

• Do not trim on wet grass. Reduced foot-

ing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the machine

and the trimming activity. Never assume

that children will remain where you last

saw them.

• Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while moving backwards,

look behind and down for small children.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are ﬂammable and

vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling.

Do not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open ﬂame, such as a water heater.

- Move away from fueling site before

starting engine.

• Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running. Disconnect

the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent accidental

starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially trimmer

head and engine bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

cleaning or storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Do not change the engine governor set-

ting or overspeed the engine.

• Clean and replace safety and instruction

decals as necessary.

WARRANTY

GENERAL: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials

or workmanship for a speciﬁc time period as set-out below (the “Warranty Period”).

Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases

made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are

excluded. The relevant Warranty Period commences on the original date of purchase.

Within this period, Sears Canada, Inc. will, at its sole option, repair or replace any products

or components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no

charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible

for any transportation cost.

EXCLUSIONS: This warranty does not cover failures due to normal wear, abuse, misuse,

neglect (including but not limited to the use of stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust,

corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to improper storage or use habits), improper

maintenance or failure to follow maintenance guidelines and/or instructions, failure to

operate the product in accordance with the owner’s manual or any additional instructions

or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent communications with

the original purchaser, accident or unauthorized alterations or repairs made or attempted

by others. Also excluded from warranty coverage – except as provided below - are the

following: maintenance, adjustments, components subject to wear including but not

limited to: cosmetic components, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, tires, ﬁlters, guide

bars, lubricants, seats, grips, recoil assy’s, saw chains and bars, trimmer lines and spools,

spark plugs, starter ropers and tines, and discoloration resulting from ultraviolet light. Any

product missing the model and/or serial number identiﬁcation label will be disqualiﬁed

from coverage under this warranty.

REPAIRS: Repairs have a 90 day warranty. If the defective product is still within the

Warranty Period, then the new warranty is 90 days from the date of repair or to the end of

the original Warranty Period, whichever period is longer.

DISCLAIMERS: THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE

EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR

WRITTEN (OTHER THAN AS STATED HEREIN), AND WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED

OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY. THIS WARRANTY

GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM PROVINCE TO

PROVINCE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SEARS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE

OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. THE

EXCLUSIONS IN THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL NOT APPLY IN JURISDICATIONS WHERE

APPLICABLE LAW DOES NOT ALLOW FOR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL

NOT APPLY, BUT THE REMAINING PROVISIONS OF THIS DOCUMENT SHALL

REMAIN VALID.

Sears retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the product or offer a full refund of

the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND

EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: In additional to complying with all suggested

maintenance guidelines and instructions, customers’ obligations shall include but shall

not be limited to: operating the product in accordance with the owner’s manual or any

additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent

communications to the purchaser from time to time, exhibit reasonable care in the use,

operation, maintenance, general upkeep and storage of the product. Failure to comply

with these requirements will void any applicable warranty.

MODEL NUMBER 126T02-1377-B1

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 697322 Cylinder Assembly

2 399269 Kit-Bushing / Seal

(Magneto Side)

3 299819s Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)

4 493279 Sump-Engine

5 691160 Head-Cylinder

7 692249 Gasket-Cylinder Head

8 695250 Breather Assembly

9 699472 Gasket-Breather

10 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly)

11 691781 Tube-Breather

11A 691923 Tube-Breather

12 692232 Gasket-Crankcase

13 690912 Screw (Cylinder Head)

15 691680 Plug-Oil Drain

16 691451 Crankshaft (Includes Shim)

20 399781s Seal-Oil (PTO Side)

22 691092 Screw

(Crankcase Cover / Sump)

23 790536 Flywheel

24 222698s Key-Flywheel

25 797302 Piston Assembly (Standard)

797303 Piston Assembly

(.020” Oversize)

26 797304 Ring Set (Standard)

797305 Ring Set (.020” Oversize)

27 691588 Lock-Piston Pin

28 298909 Pin-Piston

29 797306 Rod-Connecting

32 691664 Screw (Connecting Rod)

(Short)

32A 695759 Screw (Connecting Rod)

(Long)

33 262651s Valve-Exhaust

34 262652s Valve-Intake

35 691270 Spring-Valve (Intake)

36 691270 Spring-Valve (Exhaust)

37 793756 Guard-Flywheel

40 692194 Retainer-Valve

43 691997 Slinger-Governor / Oil

45 690548 Tappet-Valve

46 691449 Camshaft

48 - - - Short Block

50 794305 Manifold-Intake

51 794306 Gasket-Intake

54 691650 Screw (Intake Manifold)

55 697670 Housing-Rewind Starter

58 697316 Rope-Starter

60 281434s Grip-Starter Rope

65 690837 Screw (Rewind Starter)

78 691108 Screw (Flywheel Guard)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

81 691740 Lock-Mufﬂer Screw

97 696565 Shaft-Throttle

104 691242 Pin-Float Hinge

108 795935 Valve-Choke

117 498978 Jet-Main (Standard)

118 497466 Jet-Main (High Altitude)

121 498260 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

125 498170 Carburetor

127 694468 Plug-Welch

130 696564 Valve-Throttle

133 398187 Float-Carburetor

134 398188 Kit-Needle / Seat

137 693981 Gasket-Float Bowl

141 796193 Kit-Choke Shaft

163 795629 Gasket-Air Cleaner

187 791766 Line-Fuel

(Cut To Required Length)

188 693999 Screw (Control Bracket)

190 690940 Screw (Fuel Tank)

202 691829 Link-Mechanical Governor

209 691291 Spring-Governor (Vermillion)

222 790143 Bracket-Control

227 690783 Lever-Governor Control

276 271716 Washer-Sealing

287 690940 Screw (Dipstick Tube)

300 692038 Mufﬂer

304 493294 Housing-Blower

305 691108 Screw (Blower Housing)

306 690450 Shield-Cylinder

307 690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

332 690662 Nut (Flywheel)

333 793353 Armature-Magneto

334 691061 Screw (Magneto Armature)

337 796112s Plug-Spark

346 690661 Screw (Spark Arrester)

356 692390 Wire-Stop

358 794307 Gasket Set-Engine

362 793351 Shield-Spark Plug

365 691688 Screw (Carburetor)

404 690272 Washer (Governor Crank)

425 690670 Screw (Air Cleaner Cover)

443 692523 Screw

(Air Cleaner Primer Base)

445 491588s Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge

455 791960 Cup-Flywheel

456 692299 Plate-Pawl Friction

459 281505s Pawl-Ratchet

505 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever)

523 499621 Dipstick

524 692296 Seal- Dipstick Tube

525 495265 Tube-Dipstick

MODEL NUMBER 126T02-1377-B1

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

Engine Power Rating Information

The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society

of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating

performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05).

Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM; horsepower values are derived at 3600 RPM. Actual gross

engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other things, ambient operating conditions

and engine-to-engine variability. Given both the wide array of products on which engines are placed

and the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the equipment, the gas engine will

not develop the rated gross power when used in a given piece of power equipment (actual “on-site”

or net power). This difference is due to a variety of factors including, but not limited to, accessories

(air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.), application limitations, ambi-

ent operating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Due to

manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated

power for this Series engine.

592

597

456

689

459

1210

1211

608

455

332

305

304

1036 EMISSIONS LABEL

356

604

564

949

1005

703

997

563

334

851

333

362

851

883

1095 VALVE GASKET SET

358 ENGINE GASKET SET

883

177

617

524

163

585

134

121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT

104

127

137

163 633

617

276

LIST OF APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIODS: The following list contains the applicable

Warranty Period for your Craftsman product and is based on a combination of the type of

product or component and the intended and actual use of the product or component:

1. 90 DAYS: Craftsman products intended for use or actually used for commercial,

institutional, professional or income-producing purposes

2. 2 YEARS: Craftsman riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind

mowers, tillers, brush cutters, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpack blowers,

hedge trimmers and electrical products for noncommercial, nonprofessional, non-

institutional, or non-income-producing use, except for those components which are

part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for which

the purchase has received an separate warranty with product information supplied at

the time of purchase.

3. 1 YEAR: Craftsman power cutters, stump grinders, pole pruners, gas chain saws,

electric chain saws, trimmer attachments, baggers and pole saws for noncommercial,

nonprofessional, non-institutional, or non-income-producing use.

4. 90 DAYS: All defective batteries, which will be replaced during this 90-day Warranty

Period.

5. 60 DAYS: Additional Warranty Period of 60 days will apply to adjustments and worn

products or components BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE WEAR OR ADJUSTMENTS

for products used for commercial, institutional, professional or income-producing

purposes. Wear items include but are not limited to: belts, blades, tires, spark plugs,

air ﬁlters, chains, shear bolts, skid plates, scraper bars, drift cutters, ropes, tines,

collection bags and pulleys.

As the Warranty Period runs from the date of purchase and NOT from the date that a

product is delivered, opened, assembled or ﬁrst used, plea se ensure during this time

period that your product or component has been assembled and tested for correction

operation regardless of when you intend to actually use it. Claims made after the

Warranty Period has expired will not be honored.

PROOF OF PURCHASE/DOCUMENTATION: Warranty coverage is conditioned upon

the original purchaser furnishing Sears Canada or its authorized third party service

provider if applicable, with the original sales receipt or other adequate written proof of

the original purchase date and identiﬁcation of the product. In the event that the original

purchaser is unable to provide a company of the original sales receipt, Sears Canada

Inc. reserves the right to determine in its sole discretion what other written proof of the

original purchase date and identiﬁcation of the product is acceptable.

WARRANTY

ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION

Read these instructions and this manual in

its entirety before you attempt to assemble

or operate your new trimmer.

IMPORTANT: This trimmer is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the

engine.

Your new trimmer has been assembled

at the factory with the exception of those

parts left unassembled for shipping

purposes. All parts such as nuts, wash-

ers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the

assembly have been placed in the parts

bag. To ensure safe and proper operation

of your trimmer, all parts and hardware

you assemble must be tightened securely.

Use the correct tools as necessary to

ensure proper tightness.

When right hand (RH) or left hand (LH) is

mentioned in this manual, it means when

you are in the operating position (standing

behind the handle).

TO REMOVE TRIMMER FROM

CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with trim-

mer.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton

and lay end panel down ﬂat.

3. Remove all packing materials.

4. Roll trimmer out of carton and check

carton thoroughly for additional loose

parts.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRIMMER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so

as not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Loosen handle knob enough to allow

upper handle to be unfolded from the

shipping position.

2. Raise upper handle section into place

on lower handle and tighten handle

knob.

3. Remove handle padding holding trim-

mer head control bar to upper handle.

Your trimmer handle can be adjusted for

your trimming comfort. Refer to “ADJUST

HANDLE” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

Loose Parts Packed Separately

Bottle of oil

Trimmer Lines

(2) Sets

(0.155 diameter

x 18.75 inches long)

LIFT UP

Lower

handle

Upper handle

Handle

knob

MODEL NUMBER 126T02-1377-B1

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

601

187

190

1059

443

445

968

425

966

613

883

300

188

202

209

365 972 957

163

11A

967 976

668

621

222

676

677

276

118

975

133

134

617

130

633

163

276

137

104

276

108

633A

125 141

127

117

994

346

MODEL NUMBER 126T02-1377-B1

BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

718

307

337

13 5

22 20

287

40 45

741

870

869

871

306

684

585

584

868

1330 REPAIR MANUAL

1058 OPERATOR’S MANUAL

48 SHORT BLOCK 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE

868

616

404

615

505

562

227

32A

847

523

524

525

842

362

851

FAST CAUTION FUEL

SLOW OIL

ENGINE OFF

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING

YOUR TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your trimmer to familiarize yourself with

the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Starter handle

Gasoline cap

Air ﬁlter

Trimmer head

Handle knob

Trimmer line

Engine oil cap w/dipstick

Chassis cover

Trimmer head control bar

Throttle control

Throttle control – used for starting and

stopping the engine and allows you to

select either fast or slow engine speed.

Starter handle – used for starting the

engine.

Trimmer head control bar – must be

held down to the handle to engage trimmer

head. Release to stop the trimmer head.

Primer – pumps additional fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder for use when

starting a cold engine.

These symbols may appear on your trimmer or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and

understand their meaning.

IMPORTANT: This trimmer is shipped

WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

Primer

Mufﬂer

Spark plug

HOW TO USE YOUR TRIMMER

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed is controlled by a throt-

tle located on the side of the upper handle.

FAST position is for starting and normal

trimming. SLOW is for light trimming and

fuel economy. STOP is for stopping the

engine.

The operation of any trimmer can result in

foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields

while operating your trimmer or performing

any adjustments or repairs. We recom-

mend standard safety glasses or a wide

vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

TO ADJUST TRIMMING HEIGHT

CAUTION: Stop the engine and wait for

all moving parts to stop. Disconnect spark

plug wire from spark plug and place wire

where it cannot come in contact with plug.

The height of cut can be set to six (6) dif-

ferent positions ranging from 1-1/2 inches

to 3 inches. Recommended cutting height

for the average yard is 2 inches.

1. To adjust trimming height, push in the

locking plate tab and move trimmer

head up or down to desired position.

2. Release tab and be sure head is

locked into one of the six (6) height

positions.

TRIMMER HEAD DRIVE CONTROL

Your trimmer is equipped with a trimmer

head drive control bar which will require

the operator to be positioned behind the

trimmer handle to operate the trimmer.

• Trimmer head rotation is controlled by

holding the trimmer head control bar

down to the handle.

• Trimmer head rotation will stop when

the control bar is released.

STOP

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL

Your trimmer is shipped without oil in the

engine. For type and grade of oil to use,

see “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section

of this manual.

CAUTION: DO NOT overﬁll engine with

oil, or it will smoke on startup.

1. Be sure trimmer is level and area

around oil ﬁll is clean.

2. Remove oil dipstick from oil ﬁll spout.

Make sure that rim of spout is clean.

3. You receive a container of oil with the

unit. Slowly pour the entire container

down the oil ﬁll spout into the engine.

NOTE: Initial oil ﬁll requires only 18 oz.

due to residual oil in engine from the

manufacturers 100% quality testing. When

changing oil you may need 20 oz.

4. Insert and tighten dipstick.

Locking

Plate Tab

Adjustable

Trimmer

Head

CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.361161

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 174031X615 Chassis Assembly

2 182219 Line, Trimmer .155 diameter x 18.75 long

3 173715 Screw, Self-Tapping 5/16-18 x 1

4 185476 V-Belt

5 172145X004 Bracket, Idler

6 166042 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

7 173716 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1.25

8 73930600 Locknut, Hex 3/8-16

9 166043 Pulley, Idler, Flat

10 160829 Bolt, Shoulder

11 73930500 Locknut 5/16-18

12 173717 Spacer

13 174719 Bolt, Shoulder

14 409149 Locknut, Flange

15 173811 Spring, Return

16 180268 Deﬂector, Bottom

17 17060410 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

18 178848 Screw #10-24 x 3/4

19 199574 Belt Keeper

20 430485 Cover, Chassis, Top

21 149746 Screw #10-24 x 1-3/4

22 STD541137 Nut, Hex 3/8-24 UNF

23 STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8

24 STD551037 Washer, Flat 3/8

25 180340 Pulley, Driven

26 172551 Spacer, Pulley

27 174549 Bearing

28 172520 Jackshaft

29 169766X479 Cover, Chassis, Bottom

30 174543 Spindle Housing Assembly (* Includes Upper Bearing, Key No. 27)

31 174581 Ring, Retaining, External, 17mm

32 173973 Spring, Locking Plate

33 172519 Locking Plate

34 180338 Carrier Plate Assembly

35 182217 Mow Ball Assembly (Includes Key Numbers 27, 37 and 38)

36 172516 Cover, Bearing

37 174580 Ring, Retaining, Internal, 40mm

38 172523 Mow Ball

39 180334 Bolt, Mow Ball

40 180333 Spindle Assembly, Complete (Includes Key No. 22-28 and 30-39)

41 174029 Spacer

43 174042 Decal, Instruction

45 174596X479 Belt Keeper, Bottom

46 17060408 Screw, Self-Tapping

47 182205 Decal, Instruction

51 189006 Deﬂector, Rear

52 178848 Screw

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts.

Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your weed trimmer and void your warranty.

CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.361161

52 51

30*

27*

40 45

TRIMMING TIPS

• Set the throttle control in the FAST posi-

tion. If the weeds or grass are tall and

thick, operate the trimmer at a slower

walking speed.

• Frequently clean the underside of the

trimmer to remove any grass build up.

Keep top of engine around starter clear

and clean of grass clippings and chaff.

This will help engine air ﬂow and extend

engine life.

• For best results and longer lasting

line, use the ends of the line to do the

cutting. This is easily done by moving

slowly through very thick and heavy

weeds.

• Use the left side of trimmer when trim-

ming along fences, walls, ﬂowerbeds

and other such objects.

• If trimmer lines become too short, it will

take longer to complete the job. If trim-

mer lines are worn to less than half their

original length, they should be replaced.

See “TO REPLACE TRIMMER LINE” in

the Maintenance section of this manual.

• Trimmer head contact with concrete, as-

phalt or other hard surfaces may cause

premature wear of the ball on bottom of

trimmer head.

IMPORTANT:

• Check oil level before each use. Add oil

if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may

need to change the oil more often under

dusty, dirty conditions.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank ﬁller neck.

Do not overﬁll. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87

octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Pur-

chase fuel in quantities that can be used

within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels

(called gasohol or using ethanol or

methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of acids

during storage. Acidic gas can damage

the fuel system of an engine while in

storage. To avoid engine problems, the

fuel system should be emptied before

storage of 30 days or longer. Drain

the gas tank, start the engine and let it

run until the fuel lines and carburetor

are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.

See Storage Instructions for additional

information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open ﬂame.

Starter

handle

Throttle

control

Gasoline

ﬁller cap

Engine

oil cap

Primer

2. Move throttle control lever to FAST

position.

3. Hold upper handle ﬁrmly and pull

starter handle quickly. Do not allow

starter rope to snap back.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be

necessary to repeat priming steps. In

warmer weather overpriming may cause

ﬂooding and engine will not start. If you

do ﬂood engine, wait a few minutes before

attempting to start and DO NOT repeat

priming steps.

TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, move throttle control

lever to STOP position.

TO START ENGINE

1. To start a cold engine, push primer three

(3) times before trying to start. Use a

ﬁrm push. This step is not usually neces-

sary when starting an engine which has

already run for a few minutes.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this trimmer does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, operator must maintain

trimmer as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodically to properly maintain your unit.

At least once a season, check to see if

you should make any of the adjustments

described in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

• At least once a year, replace the spark

plug and replace air ﬁlter element. A

new spark plug and clean/new air ﬁlter

element assure proper air-fuel mixture

and help your engine run better and

last longer.

• Follow the maintenance schedule in

this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check for loose fasteners.

3. Clean under engine cover.

LUBRICATION

To prolong the useful life of your trimmer,

change engine oil as recommended in this

section of this Owner’s Manual.

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will

attract dust and dirt that will shorten the

life of the self- lubricating bearings. If you

feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Serial No. __________________________

Date of Purchase: ____________________

Gasoline Type: Unleaded Regular

Gasoline Capacity: 1,5 Liters

Oil Type: SAE 30 (Above 32º F)

(API-SF-SJ) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32º F)

Oil Capacity: 0,58 Liters

Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM

(Gap: 0,76 mm)

Trimmer Line Diameter: 0,155 inch

Trimmer Line Length: 18,75 inches

The model and serial numbers will be found

on a decal attached to the rear of the trim-

mer. Record both serial number and date of

purchase in the space provided above. 19

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts.

Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your weed trimmer and void your warranty.

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - Engine, Briggs & Stratton, Model No.

126T02-1377-B1 (See Breakdown)

2 150406 Bolt, Engine Mounting 3/8-16

3 179466 Pulley, Engine

4 88348 Washer, Flat

8 169821X479 Handle, Lower

9 428867 Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/16-18 x 3/4

10 177815 Handle, Upper

11 170980 Bolt, Handle

12 442571X428 Knob, Handle

15 179751 Handle Adjuster Assembly

16 194788 Guide, Rope

18 66426 Wire Tire

19 176983 Control Bar

20 417238 Throttle Control

21 158755 Screw, Hex Washer Head

22 447829 Axle Shaft

23 428867 Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/16-18 x 3/4

24 169823 Spacer

25 197480 O-Ring

26 431880X460 Wheel, 12" x 1-3/4

27 409149 Locknut, Hex 3/8-16

28 181699 Drive Control Cable

29 178365 Decal, Warning

30 406678 Decal, Warning

31 172221X004 Support Bracket, Axle Shaft

32 164265 Grip, Handle

33 132004 Nut, Hex

34 429930X004 Bracket, Upstop

35 178848 Screw #10-16 x 5/8

36 851084 Bolt, Hex Head

37 850263 Washer, Lock

38 851074 Washer, Flat, Hardened

41 445315X479 Tube, Axle

- - 581001827 Owner's Manual, English

- - 581001831 Owner's Manual, French

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