Page 2 - SAFETY RULES
SAFETY RULES CAUTION; ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANS PORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS. BEFORE USE * Read the owner’s manual carefully. Be thor oughly familiar with the controls and the pr...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT; ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN
CONGRATULATIONS on your purciiase of a Sears Craftsman Edger. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possibie dependabil ity and performance.Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen- ter/Deparlment, We ...
Page 5 - CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG (shown actual size)
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES .. ................................ 2,3PRODUCT SPECiFiCATIONS........ .............. ..4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES,............ .... 4WARRANTY............. ................................. ...4TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................. ...5ASSEMBLY........... ......
Page 6 - TO ASSEMBLE THE EDGER
CAUTION: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS WHILE ASSEMBLiNG EDGER. Figure 1 shows the edger compteteiy assembled. Reference to the right and left hand side of the edger is from the operator’s position behind the unit TO REMOVE EDGER FROM CARTON ® Open the top of the carton e Remove the packi...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY • Place the upper handle on the lower handle (See Fig. 38) and secure in place with two (2) 5/18-18 x 1-1/2 inch hex head screws and two (2) 5/16-18 head head locknuts (found in parts bag) • Insert one end of the control rod through the hole in the clutch lever {See Fig, 4) and attach with ...
Page 8 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR EDGER
OPERATION KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDGER^ Compare the ilfustrations with your edgerto familiarize yourseit with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference. FURI FU i - CAP STARTER HANDLE I I t §“*"...
Page 10 - OPERATiON; PRE-USE CHECK OF CONTROLS; TO START THE ENGINE; EDGING OPERATION
OPERATiON PRE-USE CHECK OF CONTROLS AiJ controls should be checked for proper function before servicing or starting the engine. ® Move the ciutch lever into all five {5)posf{ions in the selector píate. Make sure the ciutch lever snaps into all five (5) holes.fFig. 6) ® Return the clutch lever to the...
Page 11 - MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE The warranty on this edger does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive Jul! value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the edger as instructed in this manual The foilowing Maintenance Check List is supplied to assist the operator pro...
Page 12 - AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE; SPARK; PLUG MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE Replace the filter once a year; more often under dusty or dirty conditions. DO NOT attempt to clean or oil the air filter. To install a new air filter, do the loilowing: ® Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Turn the cover (See Fig , 9) to the left...
Page 13 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; BLADE REPLACEMENT
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS J A CAUTION: ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE MAKING ANY REPAIRS TO *T'IJíCí i i * y I * * * » V OCTI *1" inErDi A "OE m E mi Ini: 1^ff iiiinijMiVw^ k ZiViiK)IM i Youf edger is equipped with a V-beft made of a special compound. If the b...
Page 14 - CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS To replace ihe blade, do the following: • Disconnect the spark plug wire. ® Remove the flange nut (See Fig. 12} securing the blade to the drive shaft, • Remove the blade. ® Install the new blade and tighten the nut securely, ® Reconnect the spark plug wire. CARBURETOR ADJUSTM...
Page 15 - TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE SHOOTING 1 1nUUoLh CAUSE CORRECTION Difficult starting Stale fuel Drain fuel tank Fill wilh fresh fuel Defective spark plug Clean and re-gap spark plug . Engine runs erratic Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter, Blocked fuel line or empty fuel tank Clean fuel line; check gas tank, ' Carbu...
Page 16 - STORAGE; ENGINE STORAGE; EDGER STORAGE
STORAGE A CAUTiON: NEVER STORE YOUR EDGER INDOORS OR IN AN EN CLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA IF GASOLINE REMAINS IN THE TANK. FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT FROM A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER, CIGARETTE, ETC. To prevent engine damage (if edger is not used for more tha...
Page 17 - EDGER
REPAIR PARTS FOR CRAFTSMAN EDGER MODEL 536.797510 0 17
Page 24 - Bmm; MANUAL; H O W T O O R D E R
Bmm CRRFTSMRN. OWNER'S 9 INCH - MANUAL 2.5 HORSEPOWER EDGER MODEL NO. Each EDGER has its own MODEL NUMBER on a model plate on the frame behind the engine. 536.797510 Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER found on the BLOWER HOUSING. Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when requesting service or Repair...