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    CRR FTSMI:tW 4 Horsepower 9 Inch EDGER MODEL NO. 536.797400 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. 711044 04/11/97[...]

  • Page 2

    Table of Contents 2 Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2-3 Contents of Shipping Carton 4 Assembly 4-6 Operation 7-10 Maintenance 11-12 Service and Adjustments 13-14 Storage 15 Troubleshooting 16 Edger Repair Parts 17-20 Engine Repair Parts 21-24 Spanish(EspaSol) 25-41 Parts OrderinglService Back Cover LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN EDGER For two years[...]

  • Page 3

    • Never removethe fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running or hot engine. • Never store fuel or Edger 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. Keep them away while it is operating. Never allow adults to operate the Edger without [...]

  • Page 4

    Contents of Parts Bag (shown full size) (2) - Hex Head Nuts (2)- Hex Head Screws 5/16-18 5/16-18x 1-1/4 inch (2) - Hair Pins Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size) 1 - Container SAE30 Oi1(20 ounces) (1) -Control Rod 1 - Owner's Manual (not shown) 1 - Parts Bag (not shown) Z..L_ CAUTION: Always wear safety glasses or eye shield[...]

  • Page 5

    TO ASSEMBLE THE EDGER ' • Pivot the upper handle upward being careful not to pinch or pull the engine control wire, until the mounting holes in the upper handle align with the mounting holes in the lower handle. Install (2) 5/16- 18 x 1-1/4 inch hex head screws and (2) 5/16-18 hex lock nuts (found in parts. bag) in the empty handle holes and[...]

  • Page 6

    KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EDGER. Comparethe illustrations with your EDGER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. s, l I_- Fast Slow Stop Primer Button Engine Control Adjustable Rear Wheel Blade Guard .Blade Oil F[...]

  • Page 7

    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 is equipped with an easy pull recoil starter, Depth Control Lever - Controls the depth of the blade. Blade Guard - Used to prevent stones or other material from being [...]

  • Page 8

    TO USE THE DEPTH CONTROL LEVER • Position your Edger in desired edging lo- cation, before operating. • Start the engine and move the depth control lever back to lower the cutting blade. • Select the edging depth you need. There are 4 selections up to approxi- mately 2-1/2 inches deep. IMPORTANT: If very deep edging is required, we recommend t[...]

  • Page 9

    TO USE THE BEVEL CUT FEATURE Bevel edging reduces the need to edge as often creating a type of trench along your sidewalk, driveway and etc. Move the in- dex lever to the bevel cut position and se- cure index lever in the slot. Prior to starting the engine, line the Edger up as if you were going to bevel cut and move the depth con- trol lever down [...]

  • Page 10

    ,/_ WARNING: Gasoline is flammable and caution must be used when 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, electrical 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 th[...]

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    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECORDS SCHEDULE Fill In dates as After Before Fre- E_ew Every Every Begin Before you complete First Each quently i 10 25 Each StoragG regular service 2 Use Hours Hours Hours Season Hours SERVICE DATES Lubricate aJt Pivot Points _ IJ Lubricate Wheel Axles t,/ Check Engine Oil Level t.J ...... Change Engine Oil _ ._[...]

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    Oil Drain Plug AIR CLEANER Replace the filler 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 following: • Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. • Turn the cover as shown below to the left (counterclockwise) and remove.the cover and the air[...]

  • Page 13

    Z_ CAUTION: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before making any repairs to the Edger. _BELT REPLACEMENT Your edger is equipped with a V-belt made of a special compound. If the belt becomes worn or breaks, replace it with an orignal equipment belt as shown in the Repair Parts section of this manual. Never use a substitute. ?[...]

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    LEVELING ADJUSTMENT • whenthe depth control lever is in the forward adjustment slot, the engine platform should be approximately level and the edging blade tip should be 1-1/4 to t-1/2 inches above the surface of the ground. • When the depth control lever is in the rear adjustment slot the edging guide (see figure below) should be approximately[...]

  • Page 15

    WARNING: Never store your Edger indoors or in an enclosed, 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. EDGER • Clean the Edger thoroughly; remove all debris and wipe the unit dry. • Inspect the Edger for worn or damaged [...]

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    TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Difficult starting Stale fuel Drain fuel tank, Fill with fresh fuel or Defective spark plug Clean and re-gap spark plug Clogged fuel line Replace fuel filter Engine runs erractically Blocked fuel line or empty fuel tank Clean fuel line; check gas tank Carburetor out of adjustment Have carburetor adjusted Fouled spark plug C[...]

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    For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am-7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio -1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) _ ...... Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a[...]