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USER MANUAL CMESTE920 Craftsman

English (original instructions) Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.

(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message. NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in propertydamage.

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/ or seriousinjury.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury,

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gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including thefollowing.

WARNING: Do not remove guard. The

guard must be attached during use. Operating this trimmer without the guard will violate the productwarranty.

CAUTION: When replacing the line, use only 0.065" (1.65mm) diameter round line. Other diameters or shapes may degrade performance or cause damage to thetrimmer.

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• ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION – Wear safety spectacles or goggles at all times when plugged in. These items are available forpurchase.

• GUARD - Do not use this appliance without the guardattached.

• DRESS PROPERLY – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Gloves and substantial rubber soled footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Don’t operate the appliance when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear heavy long pants to protect your legs. Wear protective hair covering to contain longhair.

• NYLON LINE – Keep face, hands and feet clear of rotating nylon line at alltimes.

• THE ROTATING LINE PERFORMS A CUTTING FUNCTION – Use care when trimming around screens and desirableplantings.

• DO NOT USE materials not recommended, such as metal wire, rope, and thelike.

• KEEP ALL BYSTANDERS AWAY – at a safe distance from work area, especiallychildren.

• MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet (30m)away.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK of rebound (ricochet) injury, work going away from any nearby solid object such as wall, steps, large stone, tree, etc. Use great care when working close to solid objects and where necessary, do trimming byhand.

• AVOID ACCIDENTALLY STARTING – Don’t carry plugged-in trimmer with finger ontrigger.

• USE THE RIGHT appliance – Do not use this appliance for any job except that for which it isintended.

• DON’T OVERREACH – Keep proper footing and balance at alltimes.

• Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it wasdesigned

• DAMAGE TO UNIT – If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop appliance immediately, unplug, check for damage and have any damage repaired before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with a broken hub orspool.

• DAMAGE TO Cord – Keep power cord away from rotating line. If you damage the cord, unplug it from the power supply before moving the tool or examining the damage. A damaged cord must be replaced before furtheruse.

• SECURE EXTENSION CORD using the cord retainer shown in in thismanual.

• DISCONNECT TRIMMER – when not in use, when replacing line, or prior tocleaning.

• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS – Do not use electric appliances in damp or wet locations. Follow all instructions in this Instruction Manual for proper operation of your appliance. Don’t use the appliance in therain.

• DO NOT OPERATE portable electric appliances in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignitefumes.

• STORE IDLE applianceS INDOORS – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in a dry, locked-up place out of reach ofchildren.

• STAY ALERT – Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, ormedication.

• MAINTAIN APPLIANCES WITH CARE – Follow instructions in maintenance section. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil andgrease.

• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the trimmer. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure ofsafety.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS – Before further use of the appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in thismanual.

• DO NOT immerse appliance in water or squirt it with a hose. DO NOT allow any liquid to get insideit.

• DO NOT store the appliance on or adjacent to fertilizers orchemicals.

• DO NOT clean with a pressurewasher.

• Keep guards in place and in workingorder.

• Keep hands and feet away from cuttingarea.

• KEEP CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND ANIMALS AWAY from the work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating theunit.

• INSPECT THE AREA before using the unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc.English

that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage duringoperation.

• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and beforeservicing.

• DO NOT use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a servicecenter.

• DO NOT pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep cord away from heatedsurfaces.

• DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not thecord.

• Do not handle plug or appliance with wethands.

• Turn off all controls beforeunplugging.

• This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-InsulatedAppliances.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such as SJW orSJTW.

• Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is the correct size for your appliance. The Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets chart below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating

• Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords periodically and replace ifdamaged.

• To reduce the risk of disconnection of appliance cord from the extension cord during operating: a ) Make a knot as shown in below; OR b ) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described in this manual; OR c ) Secure the extension cord to the appliance plug as shown or described in the OperatingInstructions.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal

injury due to a loose electrical connection between the appliance’s plug and extension cord, firmly and fully attach the appliance plug to the extension cord. Periodically check the connection while operating to ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an extension cord that provides a loose connection. A loose connection may result in overheating, fire, and increases the risk of aburning.

switch trigger does not turn the appliance on or off. Any appliance that can not be controlled with the switch trigger is dangerous and must berepaired.

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 andpesticides

• arsenic and chromium from chemically treatedlumber To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopicparticles. Additional Safety Information

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses.

Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETYEQUIPMENT:

WARNING: Use of this tool can generate

and/or disperse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face andbody.

WARNING: Always wear proper

personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearingloss.

• Air vents often cover moving parts and should be avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in movingparts. Safety Rules and Instructions: Extension Cords

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric

shock, use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such as an extension cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or SJTOW-A. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enoughENGLISH

to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The table shows the 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. If the extension will be used outside, the cord must be suitable for outdoor work. The letters “WA” on the cord jacket indicate that the cord is suitable for outdooruse.

• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is, 16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier thecord. Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters) 120 V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7) 240 V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4) Ampere Rating American Wire Gauge More Than Not More Than

12 16 14 12 Not Recommended Safety Rules and Instructions: Polarized Plug 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 polarized 2 wire or 3 wire 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 anyway. The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The symbols and their definitions are asfollows: V ......................... volts Hz .......................hertz min ..................... minutes or DC ......direct current ...................... Class I Construction (grounded) …/min ..............per minute BPM .................... beats per minute IPM ..................... impacts per minute RPM .................... revolutions per minute sfpm ................... surface feet per minute SPM .................... strokes per minute A ......................... amperes W ........................watts or AC ...........alternating current or AC/DC .... alternating or direct current ...................... Class II Construction (double insulated)

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FUTURE USE Motor Be sure your power supply agrees with the nameplate marking. Voltage decrease of more than 10% will cause loss of power and overheating. Craftsman tools are factory tested; if this tool does not operate, check powersupply. COMPONENTS (FIG. A)

tool or any part of it. Damage or personal injury couldresult. Refer to Figure A at the beginning of this manual for a complete list ofcomponents. Intended Use This appliance is designed for residential outdoor trimmingapplications. DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of flammable liquids orgases. DO NOT let children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use thistool.

ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

attempting to attach the guard, EDGE GUIDE OR

1. Turn the trimmer upside down so that you are looking

2. Remove the screw from the guard with a

upside down and slide it fully onto the motor housing

. Make sure the tabs

on the guard engage the ribs

on the motor housing as shown in Figure B. The locking tab

should have snapped into the housing slot

4. Continue to slide the guard on until you hear it “snap”

5. Insert the guard screw as shown in Figure C to complete

6. Once the guard is installed, remove the covering from

the line cut-off blade, located on the edge of theguard. Fig. B

both sides of the upper housing as shown in Figure D.

2. Position the handle as shown in Figure E, matching

up the grooved side of the handle with the grooved button. Partially push the handle on so that it will hold the buttons in when you release them with your hand.

3. Push the handle completely onto the housing and

position it slightly until it “snaps” into place (FigureF).

4. To adjust the handle up or down, press in on the

and raise or lower the handle.

5. The handle should be adjusted so that your front arm is

straight when the trimmer is in the workingposition. Fig. D

Height Adjustment (Fig. G, I3)

CAUTION: Adjust the length of the trimmer to obtain proper working positions as shown in FigureI3.

1. The overall height of the trimmer can be adjusted by

and rotating it in the direction of the arrow shown in Figure G.

2. Move the upper housing straight up or down. When the

desired height is achieved, tighten the collar by rotating it opposite of the direction shown in FigureG.English

is built into the switch handle that prevents the cord from comingunplugged.

1. To use this feature, simply double the extension cord

about 8 inches (203mm) from the end, and insert it into the slot

in the end of the handle area as shown in FigureH.

2. Hook the loop formed by doubling the cord over the

tab. Gently tug on the cord to insure that it is firmly retained in the trimmer’shandle.

3. Plug the receptacle end of the extension cord into the

Releasing the Cutting Line For shipping purposes, the cutting line is taped to the spoolhousing.

1. Remove the tape holding the cutting line to the

2. See Replacing the Spool for instructions for removing

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

protection that conforms to ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3) while operating thisappliance.

CAUTION: Before you begin trimming, only use the appropriate type of cutting line.

CAUTION: Inspect area to be trimmed and remove any wire, cord, or string-like objects which could become entangled in the rotating line or spool. Be particularly careful to avoid any wire which might be bent outwardly into the path of the trimmer, such as barbs at the base of a chain linkfence. Proper Hand Position (Fig. I, I1, I2, I3)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS use proper hand position as shown.

WARNING:To reduce the risk of serious

personal injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a suddenreaction. Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handleand one hand on the auxiliary handle

1. With the unit on, angle unit and slowly swing the

trimmer side to side as shown in Figure I.

2. Maintain a cutting angle of 5° to 10° as shown in

Figure I1. Do not exceed 10° (Figure I2). Cut with the tip of the line. To keep distance from hard surfaces use edge wheel

3. Maintain a minimum distance of 24 inches (609.6 mm)

between the guard and your feet as shown in Figure I. To acheive this distance adjust the overall height of the trimmer as shown in FigureG.English

Fig. I Fig. I1 Fig. I2 Fig. I3 Feed Button (Fig. J) The Feed feature allows you to advance the length of cutting line available while trimming. To extend the cutting line, fully depress the feed button

while trimming and then release (FigureJ). nOTE: The trimmer will stop cutting when the feed button is pressed and will resume cutting whenreleased.

• For maximum line length, press the button multiple times until you hear the cutting line hitting the guard. nOTE: Do not continue to press the feed button once the maximum length is reached. This will result in overfeeding and will consume stringquickly. Fig. J

Convert to Edging Mode (Fig. K) The trimmer can be used in trimming mode or edging mode to trim overhanging grass along lawn edges and flowerbeds.

WARNING: Disconnect the plug from the

power source before making anyadjustments.

WARNING: When being used as an

Edger, stones, pieces of metal and other objects can be thrown out at high speed by the line. The trimmer and guard are designed to reduce the danger. However, MAKE SURE that other persons and pets are at least 100 feet (30m)away.

1. To operate as a maintenance edger, turn the collar

as shown in Figure K.

2. Hold the metal shaft and rotate the lower housing 180°

as shown in Figure K.

3. Turn the collar back untiltight.

nOTE: The metal shaft and housing will only rotate in onedirection.

4. To return to the trimming position, loosen the lock

collar and rotate the lower housing back 180° and retightening the collar

Edging (Fig. A, L) Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges deeper than 2 inches (50 mm). Do not use this trimmer to createtrenches.

1. Using the edging wheel

, guide the trimmer as shown in FigureL.

2. Position the edging wheel on the edge of the sidewalk

or abrasive surface so the cutting line is over the grass or dirt area to beedged. nOTE: The line feed system may not operate correctly if wheeled edge guide is notused. nOTE: You will experience faster than normal cutting line wear if the edging wheel is positioned too far from the edge with the cutting line positioned over the sidewalk or abrasivesurface.

3. To make a closer cut, slightly tilt thetrimmer.

4. Return to the trimming postion by loosening the lock

collar and rotating the lower housing back 180°. The tool will lock in the trimmerposition.English

Fig. L Cutting Line / Line Feeding Your trimmer uses .065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter, ROUND nylon line. During use, the tips of the nylon lines will become frayed and worn. Press the feed button to feed and trim a fresh length of line. Cutting line will wear faster and require more feeding if the cutting or edging is done along sidewalks or other abrasive surfaces or heavier weeds are being cut. Do not bump trimmer on ground in attempt to feed line or for any otherpurposes. Helpful Cutting Tips

• Use the tip of the string to do the cutting; do not force string head into uncutgrass.

• Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear, even breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may wear stringrapidly.

• Do not allow spool cap to drag on ground or othersurfaces.

• In long growth, cut from the top down and do not exceed 12 inches (304.8 mm)high.

• Keep trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cuttingarea.

• The trimmer cuts when passing the unit from the left to right. This will avoid throwing debris at theoperator.

• Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding, and fence posts can easily be damaged by thestring. MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

1. Keep the air intake slots clean to avoidoverheating.

2. Your trimmer line can dry out over time. To keep your

line in top condition, store spare pre-wound spools or bulk line in a plastic, sealable bag with a tablespoon ofwater.

3. Plastic parts may be cleaned by using a mild soap and

4. The line cutter on the edge of the guard can dull over

time. It is recommended you periodically touch-up the sharpness of the blade with afile. Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all

air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performingthis.

WARNING: Never use solvents or other

harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into aliquid. Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories, other than

those offered by Craftsman, have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only Craftsman recommended accessories should be used with thisproduct.

WARNING: The use of any accessory not

recommended by Craftsman for use with this trimmer could behazardous.

CAUTION: Before you begin trimming, only use the appropriate type of cutting line. Use Craftsman replacement spool no. CMZO98030. Reload nylon line (either bulk or prewound replacement spool) as shown in thismanual.

• USE ONLY .065 inch (1.65 mm) DIAMETER ROUND NYLON LINE. Do not use serrated or heavier gauge line, as they will overload the motor and cause overheating. This line is available at your local dealer or authorized servicecenter.

• Other replacement parts (guards, spool caps, etc.) are available through Craftsman service centers. To find your local service location call: 888-331-4569 or visit www.craftsman.com. Replacing the Spool (Fig. M–P)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

serious personal injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power source before making any adjustments or removing/installing attachments or accessories. An accidental start-up can causeinjury.

from the spool housing

in the trimmer head (FigureM).ENGLISH

3. For best results, replace spool with Craftsman model

4. Grasp empty spool with one hand and spool housing

with other hand and pull spoolout.

(Figure N) in base of housing becomes dislodged, replace in correct position before inserting new spool intohousing. Fig. N

6. Remove any dirt and grass from the spool andhousing.

7. Unfasten the end of the cutting line and guide the line

8. Take the new spool and push it onto the boss

the housing (Figure N). Rotate the spool slightly until it is seated. The line should protrude approximately 5-3/8inches (136mm) from thehousing.

9. Align the tabs on the spool cap with the slots

in the housing (FigureP). Fig. P

10. Push the cap onto the housing until it snaps securely

CAUTION: To avoid trimmer damage, if the cutting line protrudes beyond the trimming blade, cut it off so that it just reaches theblade. Rewinding Spool From Bulk Line (Fig. Q, R, S) (use only .065 in. [1.65 mm] ROUND diameter line) 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 arerecommended. To install bulk line, follow the steps below:

2. Remove the empty spool from the trimmer as described

in Replacing the Spool.

3. Remove any remaining cutting line from thespool.

4. Make a fold at the end of the cutting line at about

. Feed the cutting line into one of the line anchoring slots

as shown in FigureQ. Fig. Q

end of the bulk line into the hole

in the spool adjacent to the slot as shown in Figure R. Make sure the line is pulled tight against the spool as shown in FigureR. Fig. R 23 25English

6. 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 (FigureS).

7. When the wound cutting line reaches the recesses, cut

8. Fit the spool onto the trimmer as described in

CAUTION: Before you begin trimming, only use the appropriate type of cutting line. Fig. S Troubleshooting Trimmer Runs Slowly

1. Unplug thetrimmer.

2. Check that the spool housing can rotate freely.

Carefully clean it ifnecessary.

3. Check that the cutting line does not protrude more

than approximately 5-3/8 inches (136mm) from the spool. If it does, cut it off so that it just reaches the line trimmingblade. Repairs iMPORTAnT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by qualified service organizations, always using identical replacementparts.

TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Craftsman (U.S.) Inc. warranties this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years following the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in a home environment. This limited warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, accidental damage or when repairs have been made or attempted by anyone other than qualified service organizations. A defective product meeting the warranty conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no charge: Return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer).Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges. Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for its specific return policy regarding time limits for returns or exchanges. This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. This product is not intended for commercial use, and accordingly, such commercial use of this product will void this warranty. All other guarantees, express or implied, are herebydisclaimed. LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company or see the website for suchinformation. Imported by Craftsman Tool Co. 701 East JoppaRd. Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.ENGLISH

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BE SURE TO FOLLOW SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS For assistance with your product, visit our website at www.craftsman.com, or call the Craftsman help line at 888-331-4569. Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Trimmer will not start. Cord is not plugged in. Circuit fuse is blown.

Circuit breaker is tripped

Cord or switch is damaged. Plug tool into a working outlet. Replace circuit fuse. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit fuse to blow, discontinue use immediately and call the Craftsman help line at 888-331-4569. Reset circuit breaker. (If the product repeatedly causes the circuit breaker trip, discontinue use immediately and call the Craftsman help line at 888-331-4569. Call the Craftsman help line at 888-331-4569 or have cord or switch replaced. Cutting line is consumed quickly in edge mode. Edging too far from edge of sidewalks or abrasive surfaces. The cutting line is hitting the sidewalk or abrasive surfaces. Ensure edging wheel is on the edge of the surface and the cutting line is positioned in the grass or dirt area to be edged, not the sidewalk or abrasive surface.1