Craftsman 536.797540 User Manual

Caution:
Read and Follow

All Safety Rules

and Instructmns

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3 HORSEPOWER .
9 iNCH

Before Operating

EDGER

This Equipment

o Assembly
" Operation

o Customer Responsibilities
° Serviceand Adjustments

• Repair Parts

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, iL 60179 U.S.A.

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PartNo,33_58SC

SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT A
CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SET-
TING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS

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BEFORE USE

• Read the owner's manual carefully+ Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the

edger. Know howtostop the edger anddisengage the

controls quickl'y.

@ Do not operatethe edger withoul wearing adequate

outer garments. Wear footwear thatwillimprove foot-

ing on sUpperysurfaces.

@ Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children_lndpets+:

@ Thoroughly inspect the area wheretheedger istobe

used and remove all foreign objects,

FUEL SAFETY

• Handte fuel with care; it is highly flammable°

• Use an approved container.

• Checkfuelsupplybeforeeachuse, allowingspacefor

expansion as the heat of the engine and/or sun can

cause fuel to expand..

• FiUfuettankoutdoorswith extreme care=Neverfilliuel
tank indoors+Replace |uel tankcap securely and wipe

up spilled fuel+

• Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel to a

runningor hot engine,.

• Neverstorefuel oredgerwith fuelinthetank inside a
buitdingwhere fumes may reach an openflame+

OPERATING SAFETY

@ Never allow childrenor youngteenagers to operate

the edger+ Keep them away while it is operating.
Never allow aduttsto operate the edgedtdmmer with+
out proper instruction+

Ill Nways wear safety glasses or eye shields during

operationor while performing an adjustment orrepair

toprotect your eyes from foreign objects that may be
thrownfrom the edger+

@

Donot put hands orfeet near or under rotating parts+

@

Exercise extreme caution when operating onorcross-
{nggravel drives, walks, or roads.Stayalert forhidden

hazards or traflic.

@ Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
@ Neveroperate the edgerwithout properguards,plates,

or other safety protective devices in place.

@ Never operate the edger at high transportspeeds or+

slipperysurfaces. Look behind and use care when

backing.

@ Never allow bystanders near the edger.

@ Keep childrenand petsaway whileoperating+

• Neveroperatetheedgerwithoutgood v!sibilityorlight.

• Donot runtheengineindoors.Theexhaustfumes are
dangerous (containingCARBON MONOXIDE, an

ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).

@ Take a!l possibteprecautionswhenleavingthe edger

unattended+ Stopthe engine+

@ Do not overload the edger capacityby attemptingto

edge toodeet_at too fast a rate.

SAFE STORAGE

@

Always reter to the owner'smanual storage section
for importantdetails if the edgeris to be stored for an

extended period+

@

Neverleave the edger with fuel in the fuel tank inside
abuilding where ignition sources are present such as
water andspaceheaters, clothesdryers, and thelike.

Allow the engine to cool before placing in any enclo-

sure.

@ Keep the edger in safe working condition. Check all

fasteners at frequent intervalsfor proper tightness

REPAiR!ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY'

@ Afterstdking aforeign object, stopthe engine (motor).

Remove the wire from the spark plug, and keep the
wire away fro mthe plug to prevent accidental starting..
Thoroughly inspectthe edger for any damage, and

repair the damage before restarting andoperating the

edger.

@ litheedger shouldstartto vibrate abnormally, stopthe

engine (motor) andcheck immediately {orthe cause

Vibration is generaUy a warning of troubte.

@ Stop the blade whenever you leave the operating

position. Also, stop the engine and disconnect the
spark plug wire before unclogging theblade andwhen

making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections

@ When cteaning, repairing,or inspecting, shuto{{ the

engine andmakecertain allmovingpartshave stopped

@ Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine is running (except when specitically recom-
mended by themanufacturer).

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ATTENTIONIt! BECOME ALERTLI! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED, 1

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Edger. tt has been designed, engineered and
manufactured togive youthe best possible dependability

and per/ormanceo
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service
Center/Deparlment. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

unit,.
Please read and retain this manual.. The inslruc!ions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your edgei: prop-

erlyo Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."

MODEL
NUMBER 536,797540

SERIAL
NUMBER

DATE OF
PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL ON THE FRAME OF THE
EDGER BEHIND THE ENGINE.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN ASAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE..

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears Store for details.

PRODUCT sPEC!FICATIONS

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_HORSE POWER; 3.0 hp

DISPLACEMENT: 9.06 cu. in.

(148 c.c)

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 1,0 qt.

Unleaded

(Regular)

20 oz.
SAE- 3OW

SPARK PLUG : Champion

(GAP .030 in.) CJ-8 or

Equivalent

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

e Read and observe the Safety rules.
@ Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using your edger.

@ Follow the instructions under "Customer

Responsibilites"and"Storage" sections of thisowner's
manual

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

EDGER

For one year from the date of purchase,when this Craftsman Edger is maintained, lubricated and tuned-

up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will rePair, free of cl_arge, any detect in

material and workmanship
I! this Craftsman Edger is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days

{rbmthe date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover the following:

e Expendable items which become worn during normat use, such as spark plugs, etc

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure

to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual

WARRANTY SERVICE ISAVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTERIDEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY APPLIES

ONLY WHILE THiS PRODUCT tS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other righls which may vary trom

state to state

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Depadment D/871WA, Hoffmar] Estates, {L 60179

WARNING: This unit is equipped with aninternal combustion engine and should not beused on or near anyunimproved
foresFcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state taws (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 attester/muffler [savailable lhrough your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section in this manuaI)

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TABLE OF CONTEN rs

SAFETY RULES ,_......................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3,12,13

WARRANTY .................................................. 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS .............. ................... 4

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK ............ 5

ASSEMBLY ................................................ 6-7

INDEX

A

Adjustments:

Carburetor................................ 15

Assembly ..........................................6-7

Tools Required ............................ 6

To Assemble ........................... 6-7

B

Belt:

Removal/Replacement ................14

Blade:

Replacement ..........................14,15

CarburetorAdjustment...................15

Check List:

Operation ...........................................7

Maintenance ............................ 12

Clutch ......................._......................8,9

Controls,Edger ..............................8,9

Customer Respons_ilities.°.3,12,13

General Recommendations ....12

Lubrication.......................... 12,13

Edger ...............................................12

Er_jlne ...............................12,13

/kit Cleaner, Engine...................13

Spark Plugs ....................................13

Engine:

Air Cleaner .................................13

Oil Change ....:........................... 12

Oil Level ...................................9,12

Oil Type ................................3,9,12

Preparation ..................................9

Starting................................................11

Storage...........................................16

Edger Tips .......................................11

Fuel:

Type ........................................................9

Storage ..........................................16

General Recommendations .........12

Lubrication:

Edger ......................................12

Engine .......................................12,13

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions ......9,12

Engine ..............................................9,12

Storage............................................16

Type ......................................3,9,12

Operation ..........................................8-11

Operating Your Edger ......................9

OPERATION..., ........................................ 8-11

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .., ........ 14-15

STORAGE .............................................. ,....16

TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................... 17

REPAIR PARTS (EDGER)..; ................ 18-24

REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE) ................... 25-28

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .....Back Cover

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PartsBag..............................................5

PrimerButton.......,........................8,9

ProductSpech'ications.................. 3

Repair Pads:

Edger ................................................18-24

Engine ..................................25-28

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Safety Rules ....................................2

Service and Adjustments ..........t4-15

Carburetor.................................15

V-Belt:

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Removal/Replacemer_t ....................14

Specifications......................................3

Starting the Engine ...........................11

Stoppingthe Edger ..._..............................9

Storage.............................................16

Table of Contents .............................4

ThrottleControl...............................9

TroubleshootingPo{nts ..................... 1 7

Warranty...............................................2

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CONTENTS OF

Parts bag contents shown full size

ARDW'ARE

PACK

(4i" Hex Head Wide Range
S_tews 5/16-18 x 518 inch

(4) -Spacer .375 inch Gong
(Rear Wheel Assembly)

(3) -Shoulder Bolt 3/8-!6 x 1,390 inch

Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size)

(8) * Hex Head Nuts 5t16-18

(3) - Hex Head Jam n'ut 3/8-16

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(2) - Hex Head Screws
5116-18 x 1,1/4 inch

(2) - Hair PEns

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(1} - Owner's manual ._

(2)- Parts Bag

(3) -Wheels

(1) -Lowe;r Handle

(1) -Control Rod

(t) -Upper Handle Assembly

EMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE THE EDGER

1 - 314inch Wrench (or adjustable wrench)
2 - 1/2 inch Wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

1 - Pair Pliers Ill
1 - Regular Screwdriver

2- 9/!6 inch Wrench ( or adjustable wrenches)
Figure 1 shows the edger completely assemb(ed_

Reference to the rightand left hand side of the edger is

from the operator's position behind the unit.
TO REMOVE EDGER FROM CARTON

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Remove the lower handle from the carton.

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Remove the control rodfrom the carton.

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Remove theupper handleandpackingmaterialfrom
the carton_

e.. Remove wheels,partsbagand packingmaterialfrom

the carton.

• Cut downall four comersof the carton

• Remove packingfrom edgerblade_

....,_ CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR 'SAFETY !

GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS WHILE |
ASSEMBLING EDGER.

NOTE: Lower handle should be attached first as it is
difficult to attach lower handle with the wheels on.

Place the lower handle inside the edgerlrame (See

Fig.3) and secure inplace withfour (4) 5/16-18 hex
head wide flange screws and four (4) 5;/16-18 hex

head Iocknuts (found inparts bag), Hold back on the

lower handle as you tighten the screws,. NOTE:

Locknuts should be on the inside of frame as shown

in Fig. 3.

• Attach each rear wheel,as shown, to the edger (See
Fig 2) with a 3/8-t6 x i_390 inch shoulder bolt,

spacer and 3/8-16 hex head jam nut (found in parts
bag).

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WHEEL

3/8-16 X 1,390 INCH

SHOULDER BOLT 318-16 HEX

1

FIG. 1

SPACER

(NOT USED ON FRONT WHEEL)

VIEW FROM RIGHT SIDE OF UNIT

FIG. 2

ill Attach the front wheel, as shown, to theoutside, of

the edger (See Fig 1) with a 3/8-t6 x 1.390 inch

shoulder boll and 3/8-16 hex head jam nut (found in

parts bag)

_: ii ,i i, LowER HANDLE ....

HEX.EADW_OE | t/

FLANGE SCREWS 5t16-18 _'3 { /

\ \\ % HE .E O1 //

I_" 7"7: .. -': ..j INCH HEXHEAD

FRAME WIDE FLANGE

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FIG, 3

SCREWS

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ASS L¥

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• Place theupper handle on the lower handle (See Fig.

4), aiign upper handle holes with holes in the lower
handle, and secLJreinplace Withfour (4) 5/16-18 x 1-

1/4 inch hex head screws and four (4) 5/16-18 hex
head locknuts (found in parts bag). Locknuts should
be to the insideof the two handles asshown in Fig..4

O Insert one end ol the control rod from left to right

through the hole in the clutch lever (See Fig, 4) and
attach with a hair pin (found in the parts bag),

O Place the clutch lever inthe first depth selection-(Figo

4) and insert the other end of the control rod through
the hole in the quill support arm (See Fig. 4)_Attach

with ha!qoin(found in parts bag),

@ Move the clutch levei"to rearmost (NEUTRALi posi-

tion ahd !a!ch in. See note below_

NOTE: tf it is difficult to get the clutch lever into NEU-
TRAL, It may be necessary to loosen the four screws'and

nuts holding the lowerhandles to the frame (See Fig•.5).

Pry up (forward) on the handles onty enough to allow the
clutch le_,erto freely enter the NEUTRAL position.. Re-
tighten nuts and screws° When the clutch lever is in

NEUTRAL the quitl support arm shoiJid be against the

spacer and screw behind it (See Fig. 4 inset),

J CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

EDGER,WE WISHTOASSURE THATYOURECEIVETHE

BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION.FROM THIS

QUALITYPRODUCT

PLEASEREVIEWTHEFOLLOWINGCHECKLIST:

4' Aft assemblyinstrucl[onshave beencompleted.
J Noremainingioosepartsin carton..

,/ All {asleners have been properly installed and tightened,

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR EDGER,

PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING

1MPORTANTtTEMS'

JJ' Engine oil is at proper level
,/'v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh• ctean, regutar Unleaded

gasoline.

,/,f Become familiar wilh all controls-their Iocafion and

function Operate conlrolsbefores_,arling engine

UPPER HANDLES °

(IN OPERATING POSIT!ON!

HAIR CONTROL

SELECTION

LOWER HEAD LOCK. CURVED

HANDLE_ NUTS HEAD

ED

HEAD SCREW

QUILL

SUPPORT

ARM

F!g. 4 Inset

LOWER HANDLE

MOUNTING BOLTS

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CLUTCH

LEVER

ROD

5f16-18 HE]< 5116-18

SCREWS

HAIR PiN

QUILL

SUPPORT

ARM

FIG. 4

FIGo 5

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR EDGER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDGER.

Compare the illustrationswith you? edger to familiarize yourselfwith the location of various controls and adiust-
merits, Save this manual forfuture

LEVER

ART#0515

CONTROL ROD

FUEL FILL

CAP \,_

PRIMER BUTTON

THROTTLE

CONTROL

STARTER

HANDLE

OIL FILL CAP

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control the engine

speed.

PRIMER BUTTON - Injects fuel directly into the carbure o

tot manifoid for faster starts,

STARTER HANDLE - The engine on this edger is

equippedwith an easy pull recoil starter_

VIEW FROM LEFT OF ENGINE

BLADE

ARD

FIG. 6

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 operator

............................................ERA'rUo............•.....

The operationof this edgercan resultinforeign objectsbeing'thmwn int0the eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Always Wearsafety glasses oreye shields
whileoperatingthe edger.

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

: :: ::! !: i ii,ul,,ll,u,ull, i i i,,i _ .......... ,

HOW TO USE YOUR EDGER

glasses,,

TO STOP EDGER

O

To stop the engine, make sure the clutchlever is all
the way back (or up) and move the throttlecontrol

lever to the STOP position

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CAUTION: NEVER LEAVE THE EDGER IUNATTENDED WHILE THE ENGINE IS i
RUNNING. ALWAYS DISENGAGE THE ! J

CUTTING BLADE AND STOP THE I
ENGINE. , " I

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

O Run at fullengine speed during normal user
O. Push throttle control lever up to increase speed;

down to decrease speed,

TO USE PRIMER BUTTON

e Push pdmer button five (5) times (see Fig. 6)o Wait

about two (2) seconds between each push.

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

TO USE THE CLUTCH LEVER

e Start the engine and move the clutch lever forward

(or down) to engage the cutting blade.

e Select the edging depth you need There are 5

selections up to 2-3/4 inches deep,,

IMPORTANT: IFVERY DEEP EDGING ISREQUIRED,

WE RECOMM EN DTHAT A SHALLOW
C[,ITBE MADE FIRST, THEN CUTS AT

GREATER DEPTHS UNTIL THE

DESIRED DEPTH IS OBTAINED

TATING BLADE. THE BLADE CAN

CAUTION; KEEP AWAY FROM THE RO- I
CAUSEiNJURY. " I

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

PRE-USE CHECK OF CONTROLS

Al!controls should becheckedfor proper func!ionbefore
servicingor starting the engine.

O Move the clutch leverintoall six (6) positionsirl the

selectorplate° Make sure theclutch lever snaps into

all six(6) holes, (Fig. 6)

O Return the clutch lever to the rearmost hole in the

selectorplate

FILL/ADD OIL:

The engine on thisedger was shipped with littleor nooi!,
Add oilbefore you start the engine,

OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Only use highquality detergent oi1rated withAPI service

classification SG Select the"oil's SAE viscositygrade
according to your expected operating temperature:

32OF ' ]

COLDER<< ! - _>WARMER

5W30 SAE30

NOTE: Although•multi-Viscosity oits(5W30, 10W30, etc.)
improvestarting incoldweather,thesemultFviscosity oils

willresuti inincreasedoilconsumptionwhenused above
32°F Check yourengineoillevel morefrequently toavoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil
TO ADD ENGINE OIL

@ Place the edger on a level surface
@

Remove the oil fitl cap (Fig 7A)

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Fill the engine crankcase, pouring slowly Do not
overfill. For approximate capacity see PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual

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Reinstall the oil fi!l cap and tighten securely.

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Check oil before each use. Add if needed

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Change oil afterthe first2 operating hours and every
25 operating hours thereafter.

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WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR

CAUTION: NEVER FILL THE GAS TANK
HOT, IMMEDIATELY WIPE OFF ANY

SPILLED GASOLINE BEFORE AT-
TEMPTING TO START THE ENGINE,

FIGo7A

FILL GAS:

Fillthefueltank(See Fig. 7A) withclean, fresh,unleaded

grade automotive gasoline_ Be sure that the container

you pour the gasoline from isclean and free from dust or
otherforeign particles.. Never use gasoline that may be

stale fromlong periods of storage in the container.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasoho! or using methanol) can attract mois-
ture which leads to separation and formation of acids
dudng storage. Acidic gas can damage thefue!system of

anengine while in storage. Toavoid engine problems, the

fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days
or lor_jer_Drain fuel tank, start engine andletitrununtil fuel

lines and carburetor are empty_ Use fresh fuel next sea-
son. See Storage Instructions for additional information_

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tankor permanent damage may occur

AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN
CAUTION: GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE

HANDLING OR STORING IT. DO NOT
FILL FUEL TANK WHILE EDGER IS RUNNING,
HOT, OR WHEN EDGER IS IN AN ENCLOSED
AREA. KEEP AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME, ELEC-

TRICAL SPARK, AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE

FILLING THE FUEL TANK. NEVER FILL FUEL

TANK COMPLETELY; BUT FILL THE TANK TO
WITHIN 1/4 - 1/2 INCH FROM THE TOP TO PRO-

VIDE SPACE FOR EXPANSION OF FUEL. AL-
WAYS FILL FUEL TANK OUTDOORS AND USE A
FUNNEL OR SPOUT TO PREVENT SPILLING.
MAKE SURE 1'O 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 VOLATIL-
ITY. 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 DAN-

GEROUS TO INHALE, AS WELL AS BEING EX-
PLOSIVE.

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TO START THE ENGINE

Before starting the engine, be sure you have read and

understoodall the instructionson the precedingpages.
The edgerisequippedwithe recoilsta_er.The operation

ofthe engine ts controlledby tile throttlecontroliever.
O Pul!the clutch lever allthe way back (or up) to the

rearmosthole to raise and disengage the btade,,

o

Movethethrottlecontrollever(See Fig,6) totheRUN

position.

O

Pushprimer button five (5) times (see Fig. 6)_ Wait
about two (2) seconds between each push_

NOTE: Do not use primer to restart a warm engine alter
a short shutdown.

0 To start engine, grasp the engine starter handle

firmlyWithyour righthand

O Holdthe edger handle firmly with your lefthand:
O Pullup sharplyon the recoil starterhandle..DO NOT

allowthe starterrope tosnapback,letitrewind slowly

while holding the starter handle.

NOTE: tf enginefails to start after three (3) pulls,push

primerbutton two (2) times and pullstarter rope again.
O Whenthe enginestarts..Pushthrottlecontrolleverup

to increasespeed; down todecrease speed..Runat
full engine speed during normaluse

NOTE: The cutting blade speed is controlled by the
engine speed. To reduce the cuttingblade speed, push

downon the throttlecontrollever_To increasethe blade

speed, pushthe throttlecontrol lever up.

O To stopthe engine, make sure the clutchlever is all

the way back (or up) and move the throttle control

leverto the STOP position..

CAUTION: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE IN-
DOORS OR IN A POORLY VENTILATED

AREA. ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS
CARBON MONOXIDE_ AN ODORLESS

GAS AND DEADLY GAS.
KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE

CLOTHING AWAY FROM ANY MOVING
PARTS ON THE ENGINE OR EDGER,

WARNING - AVOID THE MUFFLER AND
SURROUNDING AREAS (SEE FIG. 6).

TEMPERATURES, MAY EXCEED 150oF.

EDGING TIPS

O

Edging is best performed when conditions are dry. If

the soil is to wet,did becbmes packed inand around

the blade causing premature belt wear and de-
creased performance

0 If dirt does become packed around the blade, stop

the engine, remove the spark plug wire, and remove
the packed debris before continuing to edge.

0 If very deep edging is required, we recommendthat

a shallow cutbemade first,then cuts atgreater depth
until the desired depth is obtained_

0 Uniform edging can be performed when the blade

guide rides on and against the surface which you are
edging

@ Edging can be Customized by varying the numberof

passes and by the distance your blade is from the
surface you are edging

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE

CHECK LIST

BEFORE STORAGE

BEGINNING EACH SEASON

....EVERY 25 HOURS OFUSE

EVERY 10 HOURS OF USE
EVERY 5 HOURS OF USE

FREQUENTLY
BEFORE EACH USE

AFTER FIRST 2 HOURS OF USE

SERVICE RECORD

FILLIN DATES

ASYOU COMPLETE

REGULARSERVICE

LubricateallP_votPoints
LubricateWheelAxles

CheckEngine OilLevel

ChangeEngineOi!
ReplaceAir CleanerFitter

Check Drive Belt
Tighten All Screws and Nuts

Check Blade Wear/Damage

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this edger' does not cover items that

havebeen subjected tooperatorabuse ornegligence. To

receive full value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain the edger as instructed in this manual.. The

followingMaintenance Check List is supplied to assist
the operator properly maintain the edger.

LUBRICATION

EDGER

• Apply light machine oil after each 25 hours of use to
all moving parts, particularly thewheels.

ENGINE

The oil in the crankcase must be changed after the
first2 hours of operation and alter each 25 hours of

use thereafter.

NOTE: If the edger is being used In sandy or dusty
areas, change the oll more frequently to prevent

premature engine wear.

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COLDER<_ ,,I *>WARMERs>

OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Only use highquality detergentoil rated with APt service

classification SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature:

NOTE: Although multiwiscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, thesemulti-viscosity oils

will result inincreasedoil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oil levelmore frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from runninglow on oil
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug
! Remove the oil drain plug (See Fig 8) and drain the

oil into a fiatpan..

i After draining all the oil, reinstall the oil drain plug

securely.

NOTE: The oilwilt drain more freely when the engine is

warm

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5W30 SAE30

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O Remove the oilfillcap (see Fig,,7A),
e Fill the engine crankcase, pouring slowly. Do not

overfill. Foi" approximate capacily see PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual,

e Reinstall the 0il fill cap and tighten securely,
NOTE: The quillassembly bearings are factory sealed

and willrequire no lubrication.
e Reconnect the spark plug wire on the spark plug.

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OILDRAINPLUG

,,,_,_,r::_:::: FIG, 8

AIR CLEANER

Replace the filteronce a year; moreoftenunder dustyor
dirtyconditions°DO NOT attempt to clean or oll the air

filter,
To instalta new airfilter,dothe following:

e Disconnectthe spark plugwire from the spark plug.
e Turn the cover (See Fig.9) to the left (counterclock-

wise) andremove the cover and theairfilter from the
flanger

@ Discard the air filter.
e Clean the cover and the flange thoroughly_

e Insert the new air filter into the cover.
@ Push the cover firmly against the flange and turn itto

the right (clockwise) as far as itwilt go (See Fig,,9. Be

sure the retainers are locked around the flange,

• Reconnect fhe spark plug wire_

CAUTION: NEVER RUN THE ENGINE
WITHOUT THE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

INSTALLED. A DEFECTIVE AIR
CLEANER CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF

ENGINE POWER AND CAN CAUSE EX-
CESSIVE WEAR OR DAMAGE TO THE
ENGINE COMPONENTS IF DIRT OR

Dus'r IS PERMITTED TO ENTER THE
ENGINETHROUGH THE CARBURETOR,
A DAMAGED AIR CLEANER, OR ONE

THAT ISCLOGGEDWITH DUSTOR DIRT
SHOULD BEREPLACED IMMEDIATELY°

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FLANGE

FILTER

RETAINER

SLOT

TAB

FIG. 9

SPARK PLUG

Clean the spark plug and =reset the gap periodically.
Clean the area around the spark plug base, before

removal, to prevent dirt _[om entering into the engine.
Replace the spark plug if the electrodes are pitted or
burned or ifthe porcelain iscracked. Clean thesparkplug

bycarefully scraping the electrodes (do not sand blast or
usea wire brush). Be surethe spark plug iscleanand free

of foreign material. Check the electrodes gapwith awire
feeler gauge and reset to ,,035 if necessary. If a new

spark plug isneeded, refer to the Engine Operation and
Maintenance manual for the proper replacement spark

plug
Before reinstalling the spark plug, coat the threads lightly

with graphite or light oil to insure easy removal° Tighlen
the spark plug lirmly into the engine,, If a torque wrench

is available, torque the spark plug to 15 foot- pounds_

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TURNCOVER
TOTHE _
(COUNTER.

CLOCKWISE)
TO REMOVE

COVER

TURN COVER
TO THE RIGHT

(CLOCKWISE)

TOINSTALL

"1

SERVICE AND ADJUS rMEN rs

AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG |

CAUTION: ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE I
WIRE BEFORE MAKING ANY REPAIRS |

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V-BELT REPLACEMENT

Your edger is equippedwith a V_beitmade of a special
compound°If the belt becomes worn or breaks, replace

itwith an original equipment belt as shown in the Re-
pair Parts section o! this manual. NEVER USE A

SUBSTITUTE.
@ Disconnectthe sparkplug wirefrom the sparkplug.

@ Pull the clutch lever back (or up) to release the

tensionfrom the belt.

• Remove the twotop screws from the engine pulley
cover (See Fig° 10) and.remove the cover.

NOTE: Make sure youdonot losethe spacer onthe rear

screw.

@ ' Remove the front screw securing the belt guide

(See Fig..t0) to the engine. Then loosen the rear
screw and swing the belt guide away from the bell

€ Remove the three (3) screws from the belt guard

(See Fig°11)o

@ Remove the belt from the engine andquill assembly

pulleys and install the new belt.

@ Install and secure front belt guard,,
@ Secure the belt guide loosenedeart[er_

® Reinstall the engine pulley cover and reconnect the

spark plug wire.

BLADE REPLACEMENT

SHARPEN THIS BLADE. YOU COULD
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO

CAUSE DAMAGETOTHE BLADE WHICH
COULD RESULT IN BREAKAGE AND
POSSIBLE USER OR BYSTANDER IN-

JURY,

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ENGINE

ENGINE

PULLEY

COVER

ENGINE

PULLEY

V-BELT FRONT

SCREW BELT

GUIDE

PULLEY

COVER

REAR

RG. 10

The cutting blade is subject to wear and damage such as
nicks and dents_Th_swillnotgenerally affect its function,_

This blade is specially designed to not require sharpen-
ing_DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHARPEN THIS BLADE

The blade is reversible,, if the nicks and dents are
excessive, remove the blade, turn itaround and reinstall
This willprovide atresh cutting edge, _!worn ordamaged

the blade should be replaced.

CAUTION: WHEN REMOVING OR

TIGHTENING THE BLADE NUT,ALWAYS
USE THE METHOD SHOWN IN FIGURE

12. THE HOLDING WRENCH MUST AL-
WAYS BE POSITIONED ON THE NUT

BEHIND THE CUTTING BLADE.

BELT

GUARD

ELT

GUARD

SCREWS

FIG, 11

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SERVHCE

To replace the blade, do the following:

O Disconnect the spark plugwire.
Q Remove the 112-20 Iocknut (See Fig° 12) securing

the blade to ttie drive shall
O Remove the blade_
O Insta!lthe newblade and reinstall nutoTighten the nut

securely,

• Re_nnect the spark plug wire.

I':,,ADJUSTME

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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carl_Jretor'(See F_. 13) has been pre-set at lhe
factoryand rea_djustmentshouldnotbe necessary_How-

ever, ifthe carburetordoes need to be adjusti_l,proceed
as followS:

O Closethe high speed adjusting screwby hand.
® Do not over-tighten. .

O Then open it 1-!/4 to t-1/2 turns.
O Start the engine and let it warm up.
O Setthe.throttle c0ntiol toRUN. Adjust the high speed

ad_sting screw in untilthe engine speed or sound,

a_ers. Adiust the screw old untilthe engine speed

sound alters, Note the difference between the two

limits and set the screw in the middle of the range.
O Iftheenginetends to stallunder Ioador notaccelerate

fromlow speed toh_ghspeed properly,adjustthe high

speed screw out in 1/8 turn increments until the

problem is resolved.,
O Let the engine run undisturbed for 30 seconds be-

tweeneach setting to allow the engine to react to the

previous adjustments.
IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY
SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED°

OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE
ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED

SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS, 1F
YOU THINK THE ENGINE - GOV-

ERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS AD-

JUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAR-

EST SEARS SERVICE CENTER.

WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIP°,
MENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE
ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS,,

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TIGHTENING

WRENCH

BLADE

FIG. 12

HIGH SPEED ADJUSTING

SCREW

(Close finger tight only)

FIG, 13

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