Craftsman 536.797571 User Manual

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

536.797571

Caution: Read and Follow

All Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

CRAFTSMRN

3.5 HORSEPOWER

9 INCH

EDGER/TRIMMER

Assembly Operation

Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

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

Part No. 336765

SAFETY RULES

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BEFORE USE

Read the owner'smanual carefully.Be thoroughly familiarwiththe controlsand the properuse of the

edger/trimmer.Knowhowto stopthe edger/trimmer anddisengagethecontrols quickly.

• Do not operate the edger/trimmer without wearing

adequate outergarments. Wear footwear that will improvefootingonslipperysurfaces.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularlysmallchildrenandpets.

• Thoroughly inspectthe areawheretheedger/trimmer isto be used and remove allforeignobjects.

FUEL SAFETY

• Handlefuel withcare;it ishighlyflammable.

• Usean approved container.

• Chackfuelsupplybeforeeachuse,allowingspacefor

expansionasthe heat of the engineand/or suncan

causefueltoexpand.

• Fillfueltank outdoorswithextreme care.Neverfill fuel

tankindoors.Replacefuel tankcapsecurelyandwipe up spilledfuel.

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

runningorhot engine.

• Neverstorefueloredger/trimmerwithfuelinthetank insidea buildingwherefumes may reach an open

flame.

OPERATING SAFETY REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

• Never allowchildrenor young teenagersto operate

the edger/trimmer.Keep them away while it isoper-

ating.Neveraliowadultstooperatetheedger/trimmer

withoutproperinslruction.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during

operationorwhileperforming an adjustmentorrepair toprotectyoureyesfromforeignobjectsthatmaybe

thrownfrom the edger/trimmer.

• DOnotputhandsorfeet nearor underrotatingparts.

• Exemiseextremecautionwhenoperatingonorcross-

inggraveldrives,walks,orroads.Stayalertforhidden hazardsortraffic.

Exercise cautiontoavoid slippingor falling. Never operate the edger/trimmer wilhout proper

guards,plates,or other safety protectivedevices in

place.

• Never operate the edger/trimmer at high transport

speeds on slipperysurfaces. Look behind and use

care when backing.

• Never allow bystandersnearthe edger/trimmer.

• Keep childrenand pets awaywhile operating.

• Never operatetheedger/trimmerwithoutgoodvisibil- ity or light.

• Donot runtheengineindoors. The exhaustfumesare

dangerous (containingCARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).

• Take allpossibleprecautionswhen ioavingtbeedger/

trimmer unattended,Stop the engine.

• Do not overloadthe edger/trimmer capacity by at-

temptingto edge too deep at too fast a rate.

SAFE STORAGE

• Always referto the owner's manual storagesection for imporfantdetails if the edger/trimmer is to be

stored for an extended period.

• Neverleavethe edger/trimmerwithfuelinthefueltank

insidea building where ignitionsourcesare present suchas waterandapaceheaters,clothesdryers,and

the like.Allowtheenginetocool before placinginany

enclosure.

• Keep the edger/tdmmer in safe working condition. Check all fasteners at frequent inte_,als for proper

tightness.

After striking aforeignobject,stopthe engine(motor).

Removethe wire from the spark plug,and keep the

wire away from theplug toprevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspectthe edger/trimmer for any dam-

age, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the edger/trimmer.

If the edger/trimmershould start to vibrate abnor-

mally,stopthe engine (motor)and checkimmediately

for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Stop the blade whenever you leave the operating position.Also, stopthe engine and disconnect the

spark plugwirebefore uncloggingthe bladeandwhen makingany repairs,adjustments,or inspections.

• When cleaning, repairing,or inspecting,shutoffthe engineandmakecertainallmovingpartshavestopped.

• Never attempt to make any adjustmentswhile the engine is running (exceptwhen specificallyrecom-

mended bythe manufacturer).

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS-, ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears CraftsmanEdger/trimmer. It hasbeen designed, engi-

neeredand manufacturedto give youthe best possible dependabilityandperformance.

Shouldyou experienceany problemyou cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained

techniciansandthe proper toolsto serviceor repairthis

unit.

Pleasereadandretainthismanual. The instructionswill

enable you to assemble and maintainyour edger/trim- merproperly. Alwaysobservethe "SAFETY RULES."

MODEL NUMBER 536.797571

SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

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

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTHSERIAL NUMBER ANDDATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN ASAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product, Contact yournearest Sears Store for details.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSE POWER:

DISPLACEMENT: 9.52 cu. In.

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

LUBRICATION: 20 oz.

SPARK PLUG :

GAP .030 In.)

3.5 hp

(156 c.c)

2.0 qt. Unleaded

(Regular)

SAE- 30W

Champion CJ-8 or

Equivalent

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observethe safety rotes.

• Followa regular schedulein maintaining, caringfor

and using youredger/trimmer.

• Follow the Instructions under uCustomer

Responsibilites"and"Storage"sectionsofthisowner's manual.

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

EDGER/TRIMMER

Fortwo years fromthe date of purchase, whenthis CraftsmanEdger/trimmer is maintained, lubricated

and tuned-up accordingtothe instructionsinthe owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defectin materialand workmanship.

Ifthis CraftsmanEdger/trimmerisused for commercialor rentalpurposes, thiswarranty appliesfor only

90 days fromthe date of purchase.

Thiswarranty does not coverthe following:

• Expendableitems whichbecome wornduringnormal use, such as spark plugs,etc.

• Repairs necessarybecause ofoperator abuseor negligence, includingbent crankshafts andthe failure

to maintain the equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER/TRIMMER TO THE

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT iN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY

APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES. Thiswarranty givesyou specificlegal rights,and you may also have other rightswhich may vary from

state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Department D/871W,A,Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179

WARNING: This unitisequippedwithan internalcombustion engineandshouldnotbe usedonor nearanyunimproved

forest-covered,brush-coveredor grass-covered land unlessthe engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrestermeeting applicablelocalor state laws(if any). Ifa sparkarrester is used, it shouldbe maintained in effective

workingorder bythe operator. Inthestateof Calitorniatheaboveisrequiredbylaw(Section4442 oflhe CallfomiaPublicResourcesCede).Otherslates

may have similarlaws. Federal lawsapplyon federal lands.A sparkarrester/mufflerisavailablethroughyournearest SearsAuthorizedService Center (See REPAIR PARTS sectionin this manual).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ........................................... 2

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....3,14,15

WARRANTY .................................................. 3

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

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

ASSEMBLY ................................................ 6-8

INDEX

Adjustments:

Carburetor ................................ 17

Assembly ................................... 6-8

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

To Assemble ........................... 6-8

Belt:

Removal/Replacement.............16

Blade:

Replacement....................... 16,17

Carburetor Adjustment ................ 17

CheckList:

Operation .................................. 8

Maintenance ........................... 14

Clutch Lever ............................ 9,10

Controls, Edger/trimmer........... 9-11

Curb.Hopping Feature ................ 11

Customer Respensibilities ...3,14,15

General Recommendations....14

Lubrication......................... 14,15

Edger/trimmer....................... 14

Engine............................. 14,15

AirCleaner, Engine.................. 15

Spark Plugs............................. 15

Engine:

Air Cleaner ............................... 15

Oil Change ............................... 14

Oil Level .............................. 11,14

Oil Type ............................ 3,11,14

Preparation.......................... 11,12

Starting..................................... 13

Storage .................................... 18

Edger/tdrnmerTips..................... 13

Fuel:

Type ......................................... 12

Storage .................................... 18

General Recommendations ........14

Indexlever ............................... 9,10

Lubrication:

Edger/trimmer ....................... 14

Engine ............................. 14,15

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions.....11,14

Engine ................................. 11,14

Storage .................................... 1B

Type ................................. 3,11,14

Operation ................................ 9-13

Operating Your Edger/trimmer10,11

OPERATION ............................................ 9-13

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........... 16-17

STORAGE ................................................... 18

TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................... 19

REPAIR PARTS

(EDGER/TRIMMER) .............................. 20-27

REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE) ................... 28-31

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE.....Back Cover

Parts Bag ...................................... 5

PalmerButton........................... 9,10

Product Specifications.................. 3

Repair Parts:

Edger/trimmer.................... 20-27

Engine ............................... 28o31

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

Service and Adjustments.......16-17

Carburetor............................... 17

V-Belt:

Removal/Replacement........ 16,17

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

Startingthe Engine ..................... 13

Stoppingthe Edger/trimmer........10

Storage....................................... 18

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

ThrottleControl ........................ 9,10

TroubleshootingPoints............... 19

Warranty....................................... 3

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts bag contents shown full size

(4) - He= Head Wide Flange

_rews 5/16-18 x 5/8 Inch

(4) - Hax Head Screws 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 inch

(1) "3H/1_18_ 3'?lewrich

(1) - 1.39 Inch long Spacer

(front wheel 8ssembly)

(8) - Flex Head Loclmule 5/16-18

(1) • Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 x 1.400 Inch

1 - Cotter Pin

(2) - Hair Pins

(1) - Hex Head Jam Nut 3/8-16

(1) • .70 Inch long Spacer (left rear wheel assembly)

(1) - 5/16-18 Hex Head Wide

Flange Locknut

(1) - 112x 3/4 inch Ratwltsher

(right rear wheel assembly)

Parts packed separately In carton (not shown full size)

(2) - 11/32 x 11/16 inch

Flatweshers

(front wheel aeaembly)

i I

€1)- Owner's manual

(1) - Parts Bag

(1) -Control Rod

1 - conlelner SAE30 oil

(1) -Lower Handle

(1) -Upper Handle Assembl)

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

2 - 1/2 inchWrenches (Oradjustablewrenches)

2 - 9/16 inchWrench ( or adjustablewrenches) 2 - AdjustableWrenches

1 - Knife 1 - Regular Screwdriver

Figure1showsthe edger/trimmercompletelyas-

sembled.

Referenceto the rightand lelt hand side of the edger/

trimmeris fromthe operator'spositionbehindthe unit.

TO REMOVE EDGER/TRIMMER

FROM CARTON

• Removethe lowerhandlefrom the carton.

• Removethe controlrodfromthe carton,

• Removetheupperhandleandpacking materialfrom

the carton.

• Remove wheels, parts bag and packing material

fromthe carton.

• Cul downalltourcorners of the carton.

• Removepackingfrom edger/trimmerblade.

FIG. 1

GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS WHILE CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY

ASSEMBLING EDGER/TRIMMER.

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