Craftsman 172.797740 User Manual

Operator’s Manual
CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this
Manual before using this product.
• WARRANTY
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
• ESPAÑOL
20-in. 4.2 Amp
Electric
Hedge Trimmer
Model No. 172.797740
final Eng.
11-13

Craftsman 172.797740 Specifications

General

Type	String Trimmer
Power Source	Gasoline
Engine Type	2-Cycle
Engine Displacement	25cc
Cutting Swath	17 inches
Starter System	Pull Start
Shaft Type	Straight Shaft

Summary

SAFETY SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

Explains the meaning of safety alert symbols like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION.

GENERAL OPERATIONAL SAFETY

POWER TOOL AND WORK AREA SAFETY

Covers general safety warnings, work area safety, and electrical safety for power tools.

PERSONAL SAFETY AND TOOL HANDLING

Guidelines for operator safety, proper tool use, and maintenance to prevent accidents.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND EXTENSION CORD USE

EXTENSION CORD GUIDELINES

HEDGE TRIMMER OPERATIONAL SAFETY

ADDITIONAL OPERATIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Specific safety warnings and precautions for operating the hedge trimmer.

OPERATION AND USAGE GUIDE

STARTING AND STOPPING THE TRIMMER

Instructions on how to safely start and stop the hedge trimmer.

HEDGE TRIMMING TECHNIQUES

TOP CUTTING METHODS

SIDE CUTTING METHODS

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

CLEANING THE TRIMMER

LUBRICATING THE CUTTING BLADE

PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM