Craftsman 536772300 Owner’s Manual

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Horsepower

9 Inch

EDGER/TRIMMER

MODEL NO.

536.772300

Caution:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before first use of this product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

711943 05/11/98

Table of Contents 2 Warranty 2

Safety Rules 2-3

Contents of Shipping Carton 4

Assembly 4-5

Operation 5-9 Maintenance 9-10

Service and Adjustments 11-12 Storage 12-13

Troubleshooting 13

Edger/Trimmer Repair Parts 14-18 Engine Repair Parts 19-22 Spanish (EspaSol) 23-36

Parts Ordering/Service Back Cover

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN EDGER/TRIMMER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Edger/Trimmer is main-

tained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instruc- tions in the owner's manual, Craftsman will repair, free of charge, any defect in material

or workmanship.

Ifthis Craftsman Edger/Trimmer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this war- ranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover the following:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, etc.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con- tained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER/ TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST CRAFTSMAN SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN

THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT

IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

/_ Look for this symbol to point out Important safety precautions. It means---

ATTENTIONI!! Become alertll! Your safety is involved.

A_ CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting-up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

BEFORE USE

• Read the owner's manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the Edgar/Trimmer. Know how to stop the Edger/Trimmer and disengage the controls quickly.

• Do not operate the Edger/Trimmer without wearing adequate outer gar-

ments. Wear footwear that will improve

footing on slippery surfaces.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and

pets.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the Edger/Trimmer is to be used and remove

all foreign objects.

FUEL SAFETY

• Handle fuel with care;it is highly flam- mable.

• Use an approved container.

• Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion as the heat

of the eng_e and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors, Replace fuel

tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

• Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running or hot engine.

• Never store fuel or Edger/Trimmer with fuel in the tank inside a building where

fumes may reach an open flame.

OPERATING SAFETY

• Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the Edger/Trimmer. Keep them

away while it is operating. Never allow adults to operate the Edger/Trimmer

without proper instruction.

• Do not operate this machine if you are

taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your

ability to operate this machine.

• Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate

this machine safely.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while perform-

ing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes from foreign objects that may

be thrown from the Edger/Trimmer.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or

roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or

traffic.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

• Never operate the Edger/Trimmer without

proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.

• Never operate the Edger/Trimmer at high

transport speeds on slippery surfaces.

Look behind and use care when backing.

• Never allow bystanders near the Edged

Trimmer.

• Keep children and pets away while operating.

• Never operate the Edger/Trimmer without good visibility or light.

• Do not run the engine indoors. The exhaust fumes are dangerous, containing

CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the Edger/Trimmer unattended. Stop the engine.

• Do not overload the Edger/Trimmer capacity by attempting to edge too deep at too fast a rate.

SAFE STORAGE

• Always refer to the owner's manual instructions for important details if the

Edger/Trimmer is to be stored for an extended period.

• Never store the Edger/Trimmer with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where

ignition sources are present such as

water and space heaters, clothes dryers,

and the like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• Keep the Edger/Trimmer in safe working

condition. Check all fasteners at frequent

intervals for proper tightness.

REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

• After striking a foreign object, stop the

ertgine (motor). Remove the wire spark plug, and keep the wire away from

the plug to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspect the Edger/Trimmer for any damage, and repair the damage

before restarting and operating it.

• If Edger/Trimmer should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.

• Stop the blade whenever you leave the

operating position. Also, disconnect the spark plug wire before unclogging the

blades and when making any repairs,

adjustments, or inspections.

• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all

moving parts have stopped.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended by the manu-

facturer.

/_ WARNING: The engine exhaust

from this product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

/_ WARNING: This unit is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim- proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's ex- haust system is equipped with a spark ar- rester meeting applicable 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 spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the Cali-

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

apply on federal lands. A spark arrester/

muffler is available through your nearest

Craftsman Authorized Service Center (See

REPAIR PARTS section in this manual).

Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size) 1 - Owner's Manual (not shown) 1 - Container SAE30 oil

(1) - Hair Pin

,/_ CAUTION: Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while assembling Edger/Trimmer.

The figure to the right shows the Edger/ Trimmer completely assembled.

References to the right or left hand side

of the Edger/Trimmer are from the viewpoint

of the operator's position behind the unit. TO REMOVE EDGER/TRIMMER

FROM CARTON

• Remove the bottle of oil and parts bag

from the carton.

• Cut down all four corners of the carton.

• Remove packing material on Edger/

Trimmer.

• Loosen T-knobs and raise handle to operator's position allowing control rod to

swing freely.

• Tighten T-knobs. T-knobs should be to the outside of the handles as shown in

figure below.

T-Knob '!_=

• Insert end of control rod left to right through the hole in the quill support arm.

Attach with hair pin found in parts bag. See figure below.

• '_'" Hair Pin Control Rod

Whentheclutchleverisin NEU- TRAL,thequillsupportarmshould

becloseto thespacerandscrewbe- hinditasshowninfigurebelow.

Quill Support_

,,I CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new Edger/Trimmer, we wish to assure that you

receive the best performance and satisfac-

tion from this quality product.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CH ECKLIST:

,I All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/ No remaining loose parts in carton. 4" All fasteners have been tightened.

While learning how to use your Trimmer, pay extra

important items: ,/',I Engine oil is at proper level.

,I,/" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clea

I'egular Unleaded gasoline.

,/,/ Become familiar with all controls-their

location and function. Operate controls before starting engine.

KNOW YOUR EDGER/TRIMMER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDGER/TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your EDGER/TRIMMER to familiarize

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

reference.

Fast Slow Stop Primer Button

Blade

Guard

Throttle

Starter_

Handl_

Wheel

Adjustable Wheel

VIEW OF BLADE AREA "_

Throttle Control - Used to control the en- gine speed.

Primer Button - Injects fuel directly into the carburetor manifold for faster starts.

Starter Handle -The engine on this Edger/ Trimmer is equipped with an easy pull recoil

starter.

Clutch Lever - Used to start and stop the blade and control the depth of cut.

Blade Guard - Used to prevent stones or other material from being thrown at the op-

erator.

Index Lever - Permits adjustment from the edging (vertical) position to trimming (hori-

zontal) position. To change position, pull the

index lever and rotate the quill assembly to

the desired angle or position.

Adjustable Rear Wheel - Right rear wheel is adjustable to level Edger/Trimmer when edging along a curb(curb-hopping).

Adjustable Front Wheel - Front wheel is

adjustable from side-to-side for balance.

Also, can be adjusted down for curb-hop-

ping.

HOW TO USE YOUR EDGER

/_ WARNING: The operation of this

Edger/Trimmer can result in foreign objects

being thrown into the eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating the

Edger/Trimmer.

We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over your

glasses.

seconds between each push.

• Do not use primer button to restart a

warm engine after a short shutdown.

TO USE THE CLUTCH LEVER

• Start the engine and move the clutch lever forward or down to engage the cutting blade.

• Select the edging depth you need. There are 5 selections up to approxi-

mately 2-3/4 inches deep. IMPORTANT: If very deep edging is

required, we recommend that a shal- low cut be made first, then cuts at

greater depths until the desired depth

is obtained.

TO USE THE INDEX LEVER

(TRIMMING OPERATION)

• Stop engine and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

• Loosen the knob shown in figure below on the front wheel arm and slide the

wheel all the way to the right side.

• Tighten the knob securely.

,/_ CAUTION: The front wheel must be

in the extreme right position to prevent the blade from striking wheel while in trimming position.

TO STOP EDGER/TRIMMER

• To stop the engine, make sure the clutch lever is all the way back or up and move

the throttle control lever to the STOP

z_osition.

CAUTION: Never leave the Edger/

Trimmer unattended while the engine is

running. Always disengage the cutting blade

and stop the engine. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

• Run at full engine speed during normal

use.

• Push throttle control lever up to increase

speed; down to decrease speed.

TO USE PRIMER BUTTON

• Push primer button five times. See page 5

figure for location. Wait about two

Knob

• Pull the index lever out of its notch as shown below and position it in the

notch ma_ked 90 °. See figure on page 7.

• Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine. Move the clutch lever to the desired trimming height.

Z_ CAUTION: Never leave the Edger/

Trimmer unattended while the engine is

running. Prior to adjusting the wheels and/ or indexing blade position, always disen-

gage the cutting blade and stop the engine.

INDEX LEVER IN THE NOTCH MARKED "90"

TO USE CURB-HOPPING FEATURE

The adjustable front and right rear wheel feature permit the Edger/Trimmer to be

used on an uneven surface such as a curb as shown in figure below.

• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

• Loosen the knob on the front wheel arm bracket and slide the wheel to the best

position to clear the curb and balance the unit.

• Tighten the knob securely.

• Using the curb height adjust lever, lower the front wheel to a position that places

the Edger/Trimmer level with the left rear wheel on the uneven curb surface.

• Loosen tee knob on the inside right rear of the main frame that secures the wheel

support rod as shown below.

• Slide the rear wheel down until the Edger/Trimmer is level when the left

wheel is on the curb.

• Tighten the knob securely.

Blade

Tee Knob

(Behind _

Wheel)

Knob

• Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine. The depth of cut adjustment

is the same as described in Edging Operation paragraph.

•iK CAUTION: Keep away from the rotating blade. The blade can cause injury.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE PRE_.USECHECK OF CONTROLS

All controls should be checked for proper function before servicing or starting the engine.

• Move the clutch lever into all six positions in the selector plate. Make

sure the clutch lever snaps into all six holes.

• Return the clutch lever to the rearmost hole in the selector plate.

FILIJADD OIL:

This Edger/Trimmer was shipped with a 20 ounce container of SAE30 motor oil. This

oil must be added to the engine before operating. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick

to fill the crankcase. DO NOT OVERFILL.

NOTE: Engine may already contain some residual oil. Check frequently when filling

the crankcase.

OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG. Select

the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

A{though mu{ti-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Colder << 32°F _ >>Warmer ]

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Rod Adjust Lever

Wheel

TO ADD ENGINE OIL

• Place the Edger/Trimmer on a level

surface.

• Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.

• Fill the engine crankcase, poudng slowly.

DO NOT OVERFILL. For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS chart in this manual.

• Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick and tighten securely.

• Check oil before each use. Add if

needed.

• Change oil every 25 operating hours

thereafter.

Oil Fill Cap/

Dipstick

FILL GAS

NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI-

FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA

AND US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS

FOR ULGE ENGINES: Are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline.

Include the following emission control system(s): EM, TWC (if so equipped).

Include any user adjustable features - therefore no other adjustments are needed.

Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded regular, unleaded premium, or reformulated

automotive gasoline only. DO NOT use leaded gasoline. Be sure that the container

you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from dust or other foreign particles. Never

use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the container.

/_ CAUTION" Never fill the gas tank

wT=iirethe engine is running or hot.

Immediately wipe oft any spilled gasoline before attempting to start the engine.

an,_ CAUTION: Gasoline is flammable

caution must be used when handling or

storing it. Do not fill fuel tank while Edger/ Trimmer is running, hot, or when in an enclosed area. Keep away from open

flame, electrical spark, and do not smoke while filling the fuel tank. Never fill fuel tank completely; but fillthe tank to within 1/4-1/2

inch from the top to provide space for expansion of fuel. Always fill fuel tank

outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling. Make sure to wipe up any

spilled fuel before starting the engine. Store

gasoline in a clean, approved container, and keep the cap in place on the container. Keep gasoline in a cool, well ventilated

place; never in the house. Never buy more

than a 30 day supply of gasoline to assure

volatility. Gasoline is intended to be used as a fuel for internal combustion engines therefore, do not use gasoline for any other purpose. Since many children like the smell

of gasoline, keep it out of their reach because the fumes are dangerous to inhale,

as well as being explosive.

WARNING: Experience indicates

that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or

using 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 fuel tank, start engine

and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor

are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.

TO START THE ENGINE

Before starting the engine, be sure you have read and understood all the instruc-

tions on the preceding pages. The Edger/ Trimmer is equipped with a recoil starter. The operation of the engine is controlled by

the throttle control lever.

• Pull the clutch lever all the way back or up to the rearmost hole to raise and

disengage the blade.

• Move the throttle control lever, see figure on page 5 to the FAST position.

• Push primer button five times, see figure on page 5. Wait about two seconds

between each push.

NOTE: Do not use primer button to restart a warm engine after a short

shutdown.

• To start engine, grasp the engine starter handle firmly with your right hand.

• Hold the edger handle firmly with your left hand.

• Pull up sherply on the recoil starter

handle. DO NOT allow the starter rope to

snap back, let it rewind slowly while

holding the starter handle. If engine fails

to start after three pulls, push primer

button two times and pull starter rope again.

• When the engine starts. Push throttle control lever up to increase speed; down to decrease speed. Run at full engine speed during normal use.

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