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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
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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).
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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS-,
ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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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).
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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
A
Adjustments:
Carburetor ................................ 17
Assembly ................................... 6-8
Tools Required ........................... 6
To Assemble ........................... 6-8
B
Belt:
Removal/Replacement.............16
Blade:
Replacement....................... 16,17
C
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
E
Parts Bag ...................................... 5
PalmerButton........................... 9,10
Product Specifications.................. 3
Repair Parts:
Edger/trimmer.................... 20-27
Engine ............................... 28o31
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Safety Rules ................................. 2
Service and Adjustments.......16-17
Carburetor............................... 17
V-Belt:
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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
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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
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(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)
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(2) - 11/32 x 11/16 inch
Flatweshers
(front wheel aeaembly)
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€1)- Owner's manual
(1) - Parts Bag
(1) -Control Rod
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1 - conlelner SAE30 oil
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(1) -Lower Handle
(1) -Upper Handle Assembl)
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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
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GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS WHILE
CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY
ASSEMBLING EDGER/TRIMMER.
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