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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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Operator's
Manual
Model No.
257. 796422 - 3Wheels
257. 796432- 4Wheels
257.796433-4 Wheels
358.796440-- 4 Wheels
HOURS: [
Mon.- Sat. 7 a.m, -7 p.m. CST
Sun, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
WARNING:
Read the Operator's Manual and
Follow All Warnings and Safety
Instructions. Failure To Do So
Can Result in Serious Injury.
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Always Wear Eye Protection
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ELECTRIC EDGER
DOUBLE INSULATED
• Assembly •Maintenance
•Operation • Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S,A.
530-082629-05/24/94 ©1994, Sears, Roebuck and Co.
FULL ONEYEARWARRAI'_I_ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC EDGER
MODELS 257.796422, 257.796432, 257.796433
fte_ Craftsman Electric Edger fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within one (1) year from
ate of purchase, Sears will repair or replace it, free of charge.
This warranty does not cover the blade.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BYRETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC EDGER TO THE NF_AREST SEARS STORE IN
THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO. D/817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES, _60179
FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC EDGER
MODEL 358.796440 ONLY
this Craftsman Electric Edger fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within two (2) years from
me aate of purchase, Sears will repair or replace it, free of charge.
This warranty does not cover the 51ade.
WARRANTY SERVICE tS AVAILABLE BYRETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC EDGER TO THE N_ST SEARS STORE IN
THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. D/817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
TABLE OF CONTENTS
:WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .. 3
: KNOW YOUR UNIT ......................... 5
ASSEMBLY ................................. 6
PRE- OPERATION CHECKS ................ 6
USING YOUR UNIT ......................... 7
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES -
MAINTENANCE ....................... 9
ACCESSORIES ............................ i0
PARTS AND SERVICE ...................... 12
MODEL:
MOTOR: ,11 i iiii
VOLTAGE:
AMPS:
CUTTING DEPTH:
SPECIFICATIONS
257.796422
1_ Permanent Magnet
120 Volts A.C.
6.0
1 Inch Maximum
Man_ un_r the following UoS. patent: 4,463,_4.
257.796432 & 257.796433 358.796440
_19.5]_P, Pe_ent Mac-net" 1.50'HP, Pemanent M_et
120 Volts .__C. 120 Volts A.C.
8.0 7.5
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1-1/4 Inch Maximum :1-1/4 Inch Maximum
BLADE
GUARD
TRIGGER
SWITCH
AIR
VENTS CORD
CONTROL
HANDLE
EDGE
GUIDE BLADE
-2-
MODEL 257.796422
has only one front adjusting wheel
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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT [
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT t
MEANS '_TTENTION! BE ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED."
PIVOT
-w< LOCI41NGBAR
WHEEL
LOCKING BUTTON
FRONT
- ADJUSTMENT WHEEL
A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AWARNTNG: When using electric edgers, basic safety precautions should always be followed to re-
duce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Read all instructions (see additional safeW instructions
throughout this manual).
_k DANGER: THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGERO US! This unit can cause serious injury
includin_ g amputat_ion or_blindness to the operator and others. The w .arnin.gs and safety instructions in. this
manual must be followed to provide reasonable s..afety and efficiency m using this unit. The operator mre-
sponsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire Opera-
tor's Manual before assembling and using this unit! Restrict the use of this power t0ol to pers0ns who read, understand,
and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit,
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Eye
Protection Boots
AWARN'ING
BLADE CAN THROW OBJECTS
VIO_NTLY.
- YOU CAN BE BLINDED
OR INJURED.
-WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
60 Foot
Hazard Zone AWARNING
.HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN
OBJECTS
- BLADE CAN THROW
OBJECTS VIOLENTLY.
- OTHERS CAN BE BLIN'DED
OR INJURED.
-KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS
3O FEET AWAY.
BLADE ROTATES
MOMENTARILY
AFTER THE
SWITCH IS
2ELE__SED
ALLOW BLADE TO
STOP BEFORE
REMOVING IT
FROM THE CUT.
AWARNING
BLADE ROTATES MOMENTARILY.
- THE BLADE CAN SERIOUSLY
CUT YOU OR OTHERS.
-ALLOWBLADE TO STOPBEFORE
REMOVING ITFROM THE CUT
A WARNING
CUTTING BLADE CAN
CUT THE EXTENSION CORD.
- A CUT EXTENSION CORD CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK TO YOU
OR OTHERS.
-KEEP THE EXTENSION CORD AWAY
FROM THE CUTTING BLADE.
Operator's
Manual Labels
A WARNING
READ OPERATOR "SMANUAL.
- FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS.
-FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment.
If you need assistance, contact your nearest Sears Service Center or call
the CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at 1-800-235-5878.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....(Continued)
_, OPERATOR SAFETY
1. DRESS PROPERLY -- Always wear safety glasses or
,similar eye protection when operating, servicing, or per-
forming maintenance on your _t. Always wear a face
mask or dust mask if operation is dusty. Always wear
heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Do not
:go barefoot or wear short pants, short sleeves, sandals,
jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging
:straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they can be caught in moving
parts. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. Being
fully covered will help protect you from pieces of toxic
plants such as poison ivy thrown by the blade, which could
be more of a hazard than touching the plant itself.
2. STAYALERT - Do not operate unit when you are tired,
ill, or under influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Watch what you are doing; use common sense.
3. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE UI'_IT
- Never carry the unit with your finger on the switch.
Keep your hands and fingers away from the switch when
connecting the extension cord.
4. DANGER - RISK OF CUT - KEEP HANDS AND FEET
AWAY FROM BLADE AND CUTTING AREA - Do not
attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in
motion. Make sure switch is in the off position and the
power source is disconnected when removingjammed ma-
terial from the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold unit by
the cutting blade.
5. CAUTION - Blade moves momentarily after the switch
is turned off.
AELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Use only a120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on the name
plate of the unit.
2. Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating afire or ex-
plosion and/or causing damage to unit.
3. WAltZING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRI-
CAL SHOCK - Do not use in rain, in damp or wet loca-
tions, or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not ex-
pose to snow, rain, or water to avoid the possibility of elec-
trical shock.
4. WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRI-
CAL SHOCK -- Use extension cords specifically marked
as suitable for outdoor appliances having an electrical rat-
ing not tess than the rating of the unit. The cord must be
marked with the suffix '¢W-A."Use apolarized cord. Make
sure your extension cord is in good condition. An under-
sized extension cord wi!l cause a drop in line voltage re-
sulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use
the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number
the heavier the cord (NOTE: Figure 2 shows the correct
size to be used depending on the cord length).
5. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR UNIT -Inspect insu-
lation and connectors on unit and extension cord before
each use. If there is any damage, do not use until damage
is repaired by your SEARS Service Center_epartment.
6. REPLACE OR REPAIR DAMAGED CORDS -have
damaged cords repaired or replaced by your SEARS Ser-
vice Center.
7. DON'T ABUSE CORD - Never carry unit by the exten-
sion cord or yank extension cord to disconnect the unit.
8. To reduce the possibility of the extension cord disconnect-
ing from the unit during operation, tie the power cord on
the unit to the extension cord as shown in Figure 3.. In-
sert the cord socket on the unit into hhe extension cord re-
ceptacle.
9. Do not use unit if the switch does not turn the unit on and
off properly. Repairs to the switch must be made by your
Sears Service Center.
10. Keep extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all
times. Do not expose the cord to heat, off, water, or sharp
edges.
11. Avoid any body contact with any grounded conductor,
such a metal pipes or wire fences, to avoid the possibility
of electric shock.
12. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)protection
should be provided on the circuit or outlet robe used for
this unit. Receptacles are availablehavingbuilt-in GFCI
protection and may be used for this measure of safetF.
13. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK -
This unit has apolarized plug. This plug will fit a polar-
ized outlet of extension cord only one way. If the plug does
•not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
AUNIT SAFETY
1. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR UNIT - Inspect entire
unit and extension cord before each use. Have damaged
parts repaired or replaced by your Sears Service Center.
Make sure a!l fasteners, handles, and guards are in place
and securely fastened. A guard or other part that is dam-
aged should be properly repaired or replaced by a Sears
Service Center.
2. Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, bro-
ken, or damagedin any other way. Before usingyour unit,
have your Sears Service Center repair or replace parts
that are cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in any oth-
er way.
3. Use only genuine replacement blades and accessories as
recommended for this unit. Disconnect unit from the
power supply before changing the blade.
4. Install required blade guard properly before using the
unit. Keep blade guard in good working orden
AEDGI VG SAFETY
1. Inspect the area to be edged before each use. Remove ob-
2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - Keep others including chit.
dren, animals, bystanders and helpers outside the 60 foot
(20 meter) Hazard Zone. Stop the unit immediatelyifyou
are approached.
3. Always keep the unit in front of your body.
4. Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
5. DO NOT OVERREACH OR USE FROM UNSTABLE
SUPPORT -Keep fn-m footing and balance at all times.
6. Keep the wheels in contact with the ground.
7. Do not raise the unit above the ground. The blade can
come dangerously close to your body.
8. Always push unit slowly over ground. Stay alert for un,
even sidewalks, holes in terrain, large roots, etc.
9. DO NOT FORCE UNIT - It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which
it was designed. Use the right appliance. Use only for jobs
explained in this manual.
AMAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE - Maintain unit accord-
ing to recommended procedures. Keep blade and blade
guard clean to reduce the risk of injury.
2. Never start unit with blade guard removed; blade can fly
off or canthrow objects and cause serious injury.
3. DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE POWER
SOURCE before performing maintenance.
4. Use only genuine SEARS replacement parts as recom-
mended.
5. Have all maintenance and service not explained in this
manual performed by your Sears Service Centen
6. Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liq-
uid. Clean the unit and labels with adamp sponge. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
ATRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
1. Hand carrythe unit with the motor stopped and the blade
away from your body.
2. Do not grasp or hold the exposed cutting blade.
3. Unplug unit before storing; secure unit when transport-
ing it in avehicle.
4. Store unit so the blade cannot accidentally cause injury.
The unit can be hung by the handle.
5. STORE UNIT INDOORS - Store unit unplugged in a
high, dry place out of reach of children.
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KNO YOUR UNIT
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A. CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase ofa
SEARS Craftsman Edger. It has been designed, en-
gineered and manufactured to give you the best pos-
sible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot eas-
ily remedy, please contact your nearest SEARS Ser-
vice Center/Department. SEARS has competent,
well trained technicians and the proper tools to ser-
vice or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instruc-
tions will enable you to assemble and maintain you
unit properly. Always observe the '_Warnings and
Safety Instructions?'
B. INTRODUCTION
Your unit will edge sidewalks, driveways, and curbs
precisely and neatly.
C. UNPACKIrqG INSTRUCTIONS
1. After removing the contents from the carton,
check the parts against the carton contents list.
2. Examine the parts for damage. Do not use dam-
agaed parts.
3. If a part is missing or damaged, immediately
notify your SEARS store or call our CUSTOMER
ASS-IST, aAZCE HOTLINE at 1-800-235-5878.
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NOTE: The edger is packaged with the motor in a
shipping position. Rotate the motor to the operating
position before using your unit.
D. CARTON CONTENTS
KEY NO.
1. Edger/Handle/Tube Assembly
- - Operator's Manual (not shown)
-- Loose Parts Bag (not shown)
LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS:
2. Screw
3. Locknut
QTY.
1
.....
2
2
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E. DOUBLE INSUIATION CONSTRUCTION
This unit is Double Insulated to help protect
against electric shock. Double insulation con-
struction consists of two separate "layers" of electri-
cal insulation instead of grounding.
Tools and appliances built with a double insulation
system are not intended to be grounded. No ground-
ing means is provided on this unit, nor should a
:means of grounding be added to this unit. As aresult,
the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged
into any standard 120 volt electrical outlet.
Safety precautions must be observed when op-
erating any electrical tool. The double insulation
system only provides added protection against injury
resulting from an internal electrical insulation fail-
llre.
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AWARNING
All electrical repairs to this unit, including
housing, switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed
and repaired by qualified service personnel. Re-
placement parts for a double insulated
appliance must be identical to the parts they re-
place. A double insulated appliance is marked
with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or
"DOUBLE INSUI_TED." The symbol (square
within a square) [] may also be marked on the
appliance. Failure to have the unit repaired by
SEARS service personnel ean cause the double
insulation construction to become ineffectiw
and result in serious in_ur_
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ASSEMBLY
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(If unit is received assembled, repeat all steps in this section to be sure assembly is correct.)
A. PREPARATION
This Operator's Manual has been developed to help
you assemble the unit and to provide its safe opera-
tion. It is important that:you read the entire manua!
to become faznfliar with the unit before you begin as-
sembly.
1. Read your Operator's Manual
2. Tools you will need:
-Phillips Screwdriver
-Adjustable Wrench
B. TUBE AS SEMBLY
1. Remove the two shipping plugs from the tubes.
2. Slide the outer tube down the upper tube and over
the end of the lower tube. Figure 1. Align the
screw hole in the outer tube with the screw hole in
the lower tube. Figure I.
3. Insert screw through the aligned holes. Figure 1.
4. Align the screw hole in the outer tube with the
screw hole in the upper tube. Figure 1.
5. Insert screw through the aligned holes. Figure 1.
6. Thread locknuts onto screws and tighten securely.
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Screw T
Upper Outer
Tube rTube
Shipping plugs
located here.
Figure 1
Screw
C. EXTENSION CORD
1. Use only a120 A,C. voltage supply as shown
on nameplate of the unit to power your edger.
2. The extension cord used to reach the pow-
er source must be:
a. Specifically marked as suitable for out-
door use. The cord must be marked with the
suffix "TC-A."
b. Heavy enough to carry current from
the power source the full length of the
extension cord to the unit. Otherwise,
loss of power and overheating can occur caus-
ing damage to the unit. Refer to Figure 2 for
minimum wire gauge recommendations.
The cord must be marked with the proper wire
gauge. (Appropriate extension cords are
available.) Do not use multiple cords.
c. In good condition. Cord insulation must
be intact with no cracks or deterioration.
Plug connectors must be undamaged.
3. Secure extension cord to unit as follows:
a. Tie the power plug on the unit to the exten-
sion cord as shown in Figure 3.
b. Insert plug into cord socket. Figure 3.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this Unit has apolar-
ized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If
the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse
the cord. If it still does not fit, make sure you have a po-
larized extension cord. If the extension cord does not fit
into the outlet, reverse the cord. If it still does not fit into
the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug or socket of the
_t0r extension cord in any way.
IVHI'_IMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
VOLTS 25 FT 50 FT. 100 FT. 150 FT. .......
120 18 16 14 12
A.W.G.* A.W.G.* A.W.G.* A.W.G.*
•_v_ Figure 2
Power Plug Extension
on Unit xCord
Figure 3
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PRE- OPERATION CHECKS
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t _ WARNING !
Review all Warnings and Safety Instructions in
this manual.
Before operating your unit, always:
1. Inspect the entire unit before each use. Re-
place damaged parts. Make sure all fasteners are
in place and securely fastened.
2. Throw away blades that are bent, warped,
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cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
3. Use only genuine SEARS edger blades and
accessories. Never use saw blades.
4. Use only with the blade guard properly at-
tached.
5. Make sure blade is properly installed and
securely fastened. Refer to "CUSTOMER RE-
SPONSIBILITIES."
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USING YOUR UNIT
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ADANGER - THIS POWER UNIT CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Tm_s urdt can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and ot_ers. The warnings and
sety instructions __this m_ual must be followed toprovide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. The
operator zs responsible for fbllowi'ng the war_. 'ngs and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire
Operator's Manual before us m.g this !t! Restrict the use of_this unit to persons who read, understand,
ana _ouow _ne warmngs aria mstTuctions in _nis manual and on the unit.
A. EDGER SAFETY
1. OPERATOR SAFETY
a_Read the entire Operator's Manual before
assembling and using this unit! Restrict the
use of this unit to persons who read, under-
stand, and follow the warnings and instructions
in this manual and on the unit.
b.Always wear a safety face shield or gog-
gles. The blade guard will not prevent rocks
and debris from being thrown or ricocheting
into the eyes and face which can result in loss of
vision or serious injur_. See the '_Accessories"
section.
c. Always wear heavy, longpants, boots' and
gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear short pants,
sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with
loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they
can be caught in moving parts. Secure hair so it
is above shoulder length. Being fully covered
will help protect you from pieces of toxic plants
such as poison ivy thrown by the trimmer head
which could be more of ahazard than touching
the plant itself.
d.Do not operate this unit when you are
tired, ill, or under the influence of alco-
hol, drugs, or medication.
e: Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
2. UNIT
a.Inspect the entire unit before each use.
Have damaged parts repaired or replaced by qu-
alified service personnel. Make sure all fasten-
ers are in place and securely fastened.
b.Be sure the blade guard is properly at-
tached. The blade guard must be installed
when using the unit.
c.Make sure the blade is properly installed
and securely fastened.
d.Rest rear wheels on ground, supporting
blade off ground away from trees, bushes,
onlookers, etc. Do not allow the blade to make
contact until you are ready to begin edging.
3. EDGING
a. Inspect the area to be cut before each use.
Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
string, etc.) which can be thrown or become en-
tangled in the blade.
b.Always keep the unit in front of your bod_
Hold handle firmly with both hands. Figure 4.
c. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
over-reach.
d.Keep wheels in contact with the ground.
e. Do not raise motor above your waist. The
blade can come dangerously close to your body.
f. Direct the discharge of debris away_ from
people, animals, glass, and solid objects
SUChas trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The spin-
ning blade may cause rocks, dirt, sticks, etc., to
be thrown or to ricochet which may hurt people
or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
g. Do not use edger on graveled surfaces or
in extremely muddy areas.
h.Always push the unit slowly over rough
ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes
in the terrain, or other similar conditions.
i. Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
Eye Protection
B. OPERATING POSITION
Your unit has two operating positions, as follows: one for
edging, one for trenching.
To set the operating position, do the followin_
1. Squeeze the pivot locking bar and pivot the motor
to the desiredposition. Figure 5. Release the piv-
ot locking bar, making sure the motor locks into
position.
2. Pivot the front wheel position to correspond to the
rear wheel position by squeezing the pivot locking
bar and rotating the front wheel assembly. Fig-
ure 5. Make sure the front wheel assembly locks
into position.
Pivot
Locking Bar
Figure 57
C. SETTING THE DEPTH
aWARNING [
Never attempt to adjust the depth adjusting[
wheel when the motor isrunning. Always stop[
the motor, wait until the blade stops turning,[
and disconnect the unit from the power source[
before making adjustments. [
Your edger is equipped with three cutting positions
which help control the depth of edging and trenching.
Adjust to the following positions to compensate for blade
wear:
Cutting Position 1 - First edging cut or re-cut after sev-
eral wee_.
Cutting Position 2 - Maintain initial cut - compensate
for blade wear -slightly deeper cut than #1.
Cutting Position 3 - Maintain initial cut -compensate
for blade wear - slightly deeper cut than #2.
IMPORTANT: Do not use cutting positions 2 and 3 for
first cuts, or you may overload the motor, shorten-
Lug it's life.
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D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AWARNING
To set edging/trenching depth, do the following:
Press wheel locking button and pivot the wheel to the de-
sired position_ Figure 6. Release the wheel locking but-
ton, making sure the wheel is in the locked position.
Wheel Locking Button
Cutting
Position i
Cutting
Position2 \(. _"
Cutting f !
Position3--.._ I, !
Figure6
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Blade Rotates
Momentarily
After the
Switch is
Released
Stop Rotat-
ing Blade by
Contact with
1. Allow the motor to reach full speed before
entering the material to be cut. The blade has
maximum cutting power at htl! speed and is less
likely to bind or stall.
2. If blade does not turn when switch is acti-
vated, make sure it is not stuck or bound by
debris.
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E. OPERATING TIPS
• As you become fam_ar with your edger, you will be able
to determine your own operating pace. Conditions such
as depth of cut, angle of cut, and material being cut will
regulate the speed and time requ_ed for your edging job.
EDGING (Figure 8)--yields precise, close cutting
around sidewalks, driveways, patios, etc.
TRENCHING (Figure 9 )--provides a wider cut or
trench around sidewalks, driveways, patios, etc..
Trenching removes more material and therefore in-
creases motor load. Be careful to cut slowly to avoid
motor stalling or overload.
1. Allow the blade to reach full speed before placing the
blade in the cut. Be careful to cut slowly to avoid mo-
tor stalling or overload.
2. If the area to be edged has never been cut or several
:weeks have passed since the last cut, then use the cut-
ting position 1. Figure 6.
3. Keep your edging path straight by guiding the depth
adjusting wheel fiat on walkway. Figure 8.
4. Always work going away from people and solid ob-
jects such as walls, large stones, trees, automobiles,
etc.
5. Be careful when edging near trees or valuable plants.
The high speed metal blade may cut roots and cause
damage to the plants.
6. Always keep blade area clean. Stop the unit, make
sure blade has completely stopped turning, and dis-
connect unit from the power source before cleaning.
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Figure 7
3. Always release the switch and allow motor
to stop when not cutting.
4. To stop the motor, release the switch; allow
blade to stop turning before removing it from the
cut. Figure 7.
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7. If blade stalls, immediately raise the blade from the
cut by lowering the handle. If blade continues to stall
when raised, stop the unit, disconnect the power
source, open the blade guard cover, and inspect blade
area for blockage or damage. Clean the blade area of
mud/grass and close the blade guard cover.
EDGING
Figure 8
TRENCHING
Figure 9
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SERVICE - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
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A. MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Maintain the unit according to recom-
mended procedures.
2. Never start the unit with the blade guard re-
moved. The blade can throw debris, which can
result in serious injury.
3. Disconnect power source before perform-
ing maintenance.
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B. MAINTENANCE - BLADE
4. Replace blade parts that are cracked,
chipped, broken, or damaged in any other
way before using the unit.
5. Use only genuine SEARS replacement
paints as recommended.
6. Inspect the entire unit. Replace damaged
parts. Make sure all fasteners are in place and se-
curely fastened.
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LAWAP_xrING I
The blade will spin momentarily after the motor I
stops. Make sure the blade has stopped _gl
and disconnect the unit from the power source i
before performing work on the blade. [
Wear protective gloves when
.......handling or performing maintenance on
the blade to help avoid injury.
•Use the proper replacement blade. Contact your
SEARS Store for the proper part number.
•The blade is reversible. When the cutting edge on
one side becomes worn, turn the blade over.
•Check blade for flatness periodically. Lay the
blade on afiat surface and inspect the blade for
flatness. Throw away ablade that is not flat.
AWARNING , '...... I
Always replace a blade that is bent, warped,[
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. [
Never attempt to straighten and re-use a dam- [
aged blade. Use only the specified replacement [
blade. _ I
To reverse or replace blade, do the following:
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source.
2. Push the latch toward the front wheel and open
the blade guard cover. Figure 10 (inset).
3. Bend the tabs on the lockstrap away from the hex
nuts. Figure 10.
4. Remove the hex nuts, washers, lockstrap, and
blade from the unit. Figure 11.
Bhde
Guard
Latch Front
Wheel
Figure 10
Mounting Bolt
\
Lockstrap
Washer_
Hex
Nut
5+ Clean all parts and check for damage. Replace
t
Figure 1!
7. Replace lockstrap, washers, and hex nuts. Fig-
ure 11. Tighten hex nuts securely.
8. Bend tabs on lockstrap toward the hex nut.
9. Close the blade guard cover, making sure the latch
is properly locked.
I CAUTION: I Do not use the unit without the
blade guard cover closed and the latch
properly locked.
damaged parts.
Reverse or replace blade; then, set it into position
over both mounting bolts. Figure 11.
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CAUSE REMEDY
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SYMFrOM
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Blade stops under a
load or does not
turn when switch
is pressed.
Blade turns but
will not cut.
Edger drags ground
or cuts too deep.
a. Forcing blade into material being c_t.
b. Depth adjustment set too low.
e. Blade guard clogged with debris.
d. Edge guide bent toward blade.
e. Unit unplugged.
f. None of the above.
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a. Incorrect Blade_lade worn too short.
b, Depth Adjustment set too high.
c. Neither of the above.
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a. Edger depth adjustment set too low,
b. Depth adjustment mechanism(s) or
wheel mount(s) broken.
c. Neither of the above.
Cut at a slower pace.
b. Raise edger by altering depth adjustment.
c. Clean blade guard area.
d. Replace edge guide.
e. Plug unit into astandard 120 volt outlet.
f. Contact your SEARS Service Center!Dept.
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a. Replace blade.
b. Lower edger by altering depth adjustment.
c. Contact your SEARS Service Center!Dept.
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a. Raise edger by altering depth adjustment.
b. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
c. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
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SAFETY GOGGLES
BLADE
EXTENSION COP_
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Operator's
Manual
Model No.
257.796422- 3 Wheels
257.796432--4 Wheels
257.796433--4 Wheels
358.796440-- 4Wheels
How to Order
Repair Parts
REPAIR SERVICE
1-800-4-REPAIR
(1-800-473-7247)
ORDERING PARTS
1-800-FON-PART
(1-800-366-7278)
1-800-235-5878
The Model Number can be found on the decal below the top handle. The
Serial Number is located on the rear swivel. Always mention the Model
Number when requesting service or repair parts for your unit.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service Center
and most Sears Stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-
ING INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST:
1. The PART NUMBER 3. The PART DESCRIPTION
2. The MODEL NUMBER 4. The NAME OF ITEM --
257.796422-3 Wheels ELECTRIC EDGER
257.796432-4 Wheels
257.796433-4 Wheels
358.796440-4 Wheels
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be trans-
mitted to aSears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.
When you buy merchandise from
Sears you get an extra value _hat
nobody else can offer --
Sears Service.
Across town or across the cram-
try, Sears Service is always near,
providing trustworthy, compe-
tent service technicians using
only Sears specified factory parts.
Your Sears Merchandise takes on added value when you discover that
Sears has Service Units throughout the country. Each is staffed by
Sears-Trained, professional technicians using Sears approved methods.
HOURS:
Men. - Sat. 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
CST
Sun. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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