Craftsman 536772400 User Manual EDGER Manuals And Guides L0050129
CRAFTSMAN Edger Manual L0050129 CRAFTSMAN Edger Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Edger installation guides
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3.5 Horsepower 9 Inch EDGER MODEL NO. 536.772400 Caution: Read and follow all Safety and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. SEARS, F-001106M ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. a g a g a g TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY STATEMENT SAFETY RULES INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE 2 S 5 6 10 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT 19 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 22 EDGER REPAIR PARTS 23 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS 31 SPANISH (ESPAI_OL) 37 PARTS AND SERVICE BACK COVER WARRANTY STATEMENT LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN EDGER Fortwo years fromthe dateof purchase,when this CraftsmanEdgeris maintained,lubricated, andtunedup accordingtothe operalJng andmaintenanceinstructions in the owner's manual,Sears will repair,free of charge,anydefect in materialor workmanship. If this CraftsmanEdgeris usedforcommercialor rentalpurposes,this warrantyappliesfor Only90 daysfromthe data of purchase. This warrantydoes notcover the following: • Expendableitemswhichbecomewom duringnormaluse, suchas sparkplugs,etc. • Repairsnecessarybecauseof aperator abuseor nsgliganoe,includingbentcrankshafts andthe failureto maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontainedin the owner'smanual. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLYWHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES. Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,andyoumay alsohaveother rightswhichvary fromstate to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Engine Exhaust, some of Its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductlve harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. F-OO11coM 2 SAFETY Safe Operation A RULES Pmctlcee for Edger. WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out Important safety precaul_ons, It means: "Attention! Become AtarttYour Safety Is Invohmd," A ARNING: To prevent eccldantat atmllng whim setting-up, transporting, adjusting or makIng repairs, atwsys dteconnect spmk plug wire end put wire whom it cannot contact the spark plug. Before Use • Rendthe owner'sman_ c_e_|y. Be thoroughly familiarwiththe controlsand the proper use _ the Edger.Knowhow to stop the Edgerand disengagethe controls gui_. • Do notoperatethe Edgerwithoutweadng adequateouter garments.Wear footwear _t will improvefootingon slipperysurfaces. • Keep the area of operationdear of all persons,particularlysmallchildrenand pets. • Thoroughlyinspectthe area where the Edgaris to be used and removeall foreign objects. Fuel Safety OperaUng Safety • Never ellow childrenor youngteanagereto operate the Edger. Keepthem away while it is operating.Neveratfowadultsto obefate the Edgerwithoutproperinstru_on, • Do notoperatethis machineif you are takthg drugsor other medicationwhichcan cause drowsinessor affectyourabilityto operate thismachine, • Do notuse this machineif youare mentally or physicallyunableto operatethismachinesafely. • Alwayswear safety glassesor eye shields dm_,goperatk3rtor while performing an adjustmentor repairto protectyoureyes fromforeign objectsthatmay be thrown fromthe Edger, • Do notputhandsor teat near or underrotatingparts. • Exerciseextremecaution whenoperating on o_crossinggravelddves,walks,or reads.Stay alertfor hiddenhazardsor traffic. • ExemicacauUonto avoidslippingor felling. • Neveroperatethe Edgerwithout proper guards,plates,or othereafaty protective devicesin place. • Handlefuelwith care; it is highlyflammable. • Never operate the Edgar at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and usa care when backing. • Use an approved container. • Neverallo',_bystanders_)sr the Edger. • Check fuelsupplybeforeeachuse, allowing spacefor expansionas the heatof the engineand/or suncan cause fuelto expand. • Keep children and pets away while operating. • FillfueltankoutdoorswithexVemecare. Never fillfuel tank indoors.Replacefuel tankcap securelyandwipe up spilledfuel • Do not run the engine indoors, The exhanst fumes are dangerous, containing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS. • Never removethe fuel tank cap or addfuel to a runningor hotengine. • Never store fuel or Edger with fuel in the tank inside a bu_k_n9where fumes moy reach an open llama. F-001106M • Never operate the Edger without gond _sibillly or light. • Takeall possibleprecautionswhen leaving the Edgerunattended.Stopthe engine. • Do notovedoedff_eEdgercapacitybyattemptingto tilltoo deep at too fasta rate, SAFETY RULES Safe Storage • Nways refer tothe owner'smanual instructionsfor importantdetailsif the Edgeris to be storedforan extendedperiod. • Neverstorethe Edgerwithfuel In the fuel tank insidea buildingwhere Ignition soumes are presentsuchas water and space heaters,clothesdryers,and the like. Allowthe engineto coolbeforestoringin any enclosure. spect the Edgerfor any damage,and repair the damagebeforerestartingand operatingit. If Edger shouldstartto vibrateabnormally. stop engineandcheck immediatelyfor the cause. Vibrationis ganemllya warningof trouble. Stop the enginewheneveryouleave the operatingposition.Also,disconnectthe sparkplugwire beforeuncloggingthe blade andwhen makingany repairs,adjsstments,or inspections. • Keepthe Edgerin safe workingcondition. Check all fastenem at frequentintervalsfor propertightness. Repair / Adjustments Safety When cleaning,repairing,or inspecUng, shutoffthe engineand make certainall movingparts have stopped. • Afterstrikinga foreignobject,stopthe engine. Remove the wire fromthe sparkplug. and keepthe wireaway from the plugto preventaccidentalstarting.Thoroughlyin- Neverattemptto make any adjustments while the engineis runningexceptwhen specificallyrecommendedby the manufacturer. F-001106M 4 SAFETY INTERNATIONAL RULES SYMBOLS IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each symbol. ControlAndOperatingSymbols Slow Fast Fuel OII Primer Button SafetyWarningSymbols WARNING WARNING Thrown Objects. Keep Bystanders Away. Rotating Parts. Stop Engine. Disconnect Spark Wire Before Making AdJeabnenta. IMPORTANT Read Owner's Manual Before Operating This Machine. F-001106M WARNING Wear Eye Protection 5 WARNING STOP ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY Parts Packed Separately In Carton 1 - Owner's Manual (notshown) 1 - ContainerOf Oil 1 - Hair Pin A 1 - Hair Pin 1 - Container of Oil REMOVE THE EDGER FROM THE CARTON 1. Removethebottleofoilandpartsbag fromthe carton, glasses or eye ahlelds while aaWARNING: Always wear safety eambllng the Edger. Figure 1 showsthe Edger completelyassembled. Referencesto the rightor left sideof the Edgerare fromthe viewpointof the opamtor'spositionbehindthe unit. 2. Cut down all four comers of the carton. 3. Remove the packing material positioned around the unit. 4. Roll the Edger out of the carton and place on a hard level surface. Figure 1 F-OO1106M 6 ASSEMBLY HOW TO RAISE THE HANDLE 1. Loosenthe knobs and raisethe upper handletothe uprightposltlon.See Figure2. Allowthe control rod to swing freely. 3. 2. "nghtenthe knobs. Make sum the knobs am to the outsideof the handles as shownin Figure2. 4. When the clutchleveris in NEUTRAL position,the quill support arm must be closeto the screw as shownin Figure4. ControlRod Upper Handle Rgure 2 vzwvzw Hair Pin Control Rod Quill SupportArm Figure3 F-OO1106M 7 Insertthe endof the €ontrol rod from left to rightthrough the hole in the quill support arm. Attachwith heir pin found in partsbag.See Figure3. ASSEMBLY HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE Fill With OII How To Add The Engine OII This Edger was shippedwith a 20 ounce containerof SAE30 motoroil.Addthis oilto the engine beforeoperating.Tofill the crankcase, removethe oilfill cap/dipstickand add the SAE30 motoroil. DO NOT OVERFILL, 1. Put the Edger on a levelsurface. 2. Removethe oilfillcap (Figure5). 3. Slowlyfillthe enginecrankcase.DO NOT OVERFILL. NOTE: The engine may contain a small amount of oil When adding o11,frequently Insert the oil fill celddlpetiek end check the amount of oll In the engine. DO NOT OVERFILl, How To Fill With Gasoline Make sure thatthe gasolinecontaineris cleanandfree fromdust or other foreignmaterial.Never use gasolinethat couldbe stale fromlongperiodsof storage. OII Recommendations 1. Removethe fuelcap. Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG. Select the oil's 2. FIll the fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade automotive gasoline. SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. Although multi-viscasity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity otis will result in increased oil coflsumption when used above 32 degrees. Check the engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running the engine low on oil, <<- Colder_._ fuel container. Do not smoke ARNING: Always use e safety when adding the fuel mixture to the engine. When Inside an enclosure, do not fill the fuel tank. Before you add the fuel mixture, stop the engine. Let the engine cool for several mlnutce. A 32+ I ,-_ 'l --Warmer NOTE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CAUFORNIA AND US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES, ere certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline. Include the following emieslon control system(s): EM, TWC (if so equipped). Include any user adjustable features - therefore no other adjustments are needed. Fuel Cap Oil Fill Cap / Fuel Tank F-001106M 8 Figure 5 ASSEMBLY CHECKUST For the bestperforrnenoeand satisfaction fromthis qualityproduct,please mvlaw the followingchecklistbeforeyouoperatethe Edger:. P" All assemblyinstmctionshavebeen completed. p, Check carton.Make sure no loose pads remainin the carton. v" Allfastanershave been propedytightened. Asyou learn howto use the Edger,pay extra attentionto the followingimportantitems: _"P" Engineoil isat properlevel. J_'J," Fueltank is filledwitha fresh,dean, regular Unleadedgaso|ine. _'_" Becomefamiliarandunderstandthe functionof all conb'ols.Beforeyour startthe engine, operateall conbols. IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine end must not be used on or near any unimproved foreet--covered, brush-covered or grees-covered land unleee the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark errester meeting applicable local or state laws (If any). If a spark arreeter Is used, It must be maintained In effective woridng order by the operator. In the State of California the above la required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other etstee may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A el}ark arrester/muffier is avellabla through your nearest Sears Service Canter (see the REPAIR PARTS section In this manual). F-OO1106M 9 OPERATION KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERATE the Edger.To familiarize yourselfwiththe locationof the controls,comparethe illustrationswith yourEdger. Save thie manual for future reference. ENGINE ClutchLever ControlRod PrimerButton Tl_rodle BladeGuard AdjustableRear Wheel AdjustableFrontWheel VIEW OF BLADE AREA Blade Figure6 Throttle Control - Controlsthe engine speed. The frontwheel can alsobe adjusteddown for curb-hopping. Primer Button - Injectsfueldimly into the carburetorfor fasterstarts. Recoil Starter Handle - The engine is equippedwith an easy pullrecoilstarter. Clutch Lever - Use to startand stopthe blade andcontrolthe depthof cut. Blade Guard - Use to preventstonesor other matadalfrom beingthrownat the operator, Adjustable Rear Wheal - Rightrear wheelis adjustable to level the Edgerwhen edgingalonga curb(curb-hopping). Index Lever - Permitsadjustmentfrom the edging(vertical)positionto the tdmming (horizontal)position. To change poaltion, pull the indexleverand rotatethe quillassembly to the desiredangle or position, Adjustable Front Wheal - Frontwheel is adjustablefromside-to-side for balance. EYE PROTECTION Alwayswearsafety glasses.If you weareye glasses,puta Wide VisionSafety Mask over youreye glasses. F-001106M the Edger can resultthrown In foreign ARNING: Debris from objects being thrown Into the eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. Always wear eafety Blame or eye shields when operating the Edger. A lO OPERATION HOW TO STOP THE EDGER 1. Move the clutch lever backto the DISENGAGED position.Then, move the throttle control to the STOP position. See Figure7. A WARNING: Never leave the EDGER unattended while the engine Is running. Always dieengage the cutting blade and stop the engine. HOW TO USE THE THRO'I'I'LE CONTROL 1. Dudng normal use, run the engine at full speed. 2. Move the throttle control up to increase engine speed, or down to decrease engine speed (see Rgure 7). HOW TO USE THE PRIMER BUTTON When startinga coldengine, pushthe primer button five times (see Figure8). Walt approximatelytwo secondsbetween each push. IMPORTANT:When atartlng • warm engine, do not use the primer button. HOW TO USE THE CLUTCH LEVER ClutchLevsr_ 1. Startthe engine. 2. Toengage the cuttingblade,move the clutch lever forward (see Figure9). 3. Select the edging depth you need. There are five selections down to approximately 2-3/4 inches deep. NOTE: For deep edging, first cut at shallow depths. Then, cot at greater depths until the desired depth is obtained. F-001106M 11 OPERATION HOW TO USE THE INDEX LEVER 1. Stopthe engineand disconnectthe sparkplugwire fromthe sparkplug. 2. Loosen the front wheel knob shown in Figure 10. Slide the front wheal all the way to the right side. 3. Securely Ughten the front wheal knob. NOTE: To prevent the blade from hitting the wheel while trimming, make sure the front wheal is set in the extreme right position. 4. Disengagethe index lever (see Figure 11). Movethe Index lever to the notchmarked90° . 5. Reconnectthe sparkplugwire to the sparkplug. 6. Start the engine. 7, Move the clutch lever to the desired trimming height. A WARNING: While the engine is running, never leave the Edger. Before you adjust the wheels or change the blade position, always disengage the cutting blade end stop the engine. F-OO1106M 12 OPERATION HOW TO USE THE CURB-HOPPING FEATURE Because the front wheel and the dght rear wheel are adjustable, the Edger can be used cn uneven surfasas, such as the curb shown in Figure 12. Set the wheel positions as follows. wheal until the front wheel is level with the left rear wheel and the unit Is setting on the curb as shown in Figure 12. 7. Loosen the rear wheal knob. 8. Lower the right rear wheel unUlthe Edger is level and the left rear wheel is on the curb. 1. Stopthe engine. 2. Disconnectthe sparkplugwire fromthe sparkplug. 3. Loosenthe front wheal knob. 4, Slide the front wheel fo the bast positionto clearthe curband balancethe unit, 10. Connectthe sparkplugwire to the spark plug. 5. Securely tighten the front wheel knob. A 6. Use the curb height adjust lever to lower the front wheal. Lower the front 9. Securelytightenthe rear wheel knob, ARNING: Keep away from the rotating blade. The blade can cause Injury. Blade Guard Front WheelKnob Support Rod Rear Wheel Knob Front Wheel Figure12 F-001106M 13 OPERATION HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE To stop the engine, move the clutch lever all the way back to the DISENGAGED poeition. Then, push the throffie control lever down to the STOP position. If the engine will notstop, hold a screwdriver againstthe sparkplugand againstthe engine coolingfins.The sparkwill go to groundand the enginewill stop. HOW TO START THE ENGINE NOTE: Do not usathe primer button to start a warm engine. IMPORTANT: Before you start the engine, operate the controls several times. Make sure all controls move freely. 7. TO start engine, hold the recoil starter handle firmly with your right hand. 1. Check the oil. 8. Hold the edger handlefirmlywith your left hand. 2. Fillthe fueltankwith mgulm unleaded gasoline,Make sure the gasolineis clean. Leaded gasolinewillincreasedepositsand shortenthe life of the valves. Quicklypullthe recoilstarter handle. DO NOT allow the starterrope to snap back. Letthe starterropeslowlyrewind.If anginsfails to startafterthree pulls,push primerbuttontwo timesand again pull the recoilstarterhandle. NOTE: Do not use gasohol or methanol.Do not use premium unleaded gasoline. 10.Whan the engine starts, move the throttle control lever up (FAST p<_ition) to increase speed or down to decrease speed. During normal usa keep the throttle in the FAST position. gasoline container. Do not A ARNING: Always use s safety smoke when adding gasoline to the fuel tank. When inside an encieaure, do not add gasoline. Before you add gasoline, stop the engine and let the engine cool for several minutes. 11. If the enginedoes notstartin 5 or 6 ties, Seethe "Problemand Repair"Instructions. 3. Make sure the sparkplugwire is connectedto the sparkplug. NOTE: trolled cutting throttle 4. Pullthe clutchleverall the way backto raiseand disengagethe blade. ring blade speed, pull up on the throttle control lever. 5. Movethe throttle controlleverto the FAST position. Indoors or in s poorly ventilated ARNING: Never run the engine area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts. Avoidthe muffler and surrounding areas. Temperatures can exceed 150 degrees. A 6, Some models have a primer button on the that or side of the engine (Figure 13). Every time you push the primer button, wait two seconds. For the number of times required to push the primer button, see the engine manufacturer's instruc_ons. F-OO1106M The cutting blade speed la conby the engine speed. To reduce the blade speed, push down on the control lever, To increase the cut- 14 OPERATION EDGING TIPS • Edging is best performed when cor_liUo_s are dry. If the soil is to wet, dirt becomes packed around the blade causing premature belt wear and decreased partormancs. • If dirt does become packed around the blade, stop the engine and remove the wire from the spark plug. Remove the packed dirt and debris from the blade. • For deap edging, firstcut at shallow depths.Then, cut at greaterdepthsuntil the desireddepth is obtained. • For uniformedging, makesure the blade guideddeson the surface. • Edgingcan be customizedby varyingthe numberof passes andby the distancethe blade isfrom the surtaca. manuel. Know location and ARNING: Read the Owner's functions of all controls. Keep all safety devices end shleids in place, Never allow children or unlnstruofed adults to operate Edger. Shut off engine before unclogging blade or making repalre. Keep bystanders away from me. chine. Keep away from the blade all rotetlng parts, which cause injury. A F-OO1106M 15 MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECORDS Fill in datesas you Before completeregular Each service, use Every Every Before Often tO 25 Hours Hours Each Season Before Storage SERVICE DATES Lubricate Wheel Axles _/ Change Engine Oil _/ _/ Check Spark Plug _/ _/ • ghten All Fasteners _/ Lubricate Quill Rod/ tube _/ _ PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: GENERALRECOMMENDA_ONS 536.772400 The warranty on this Edger does not cover items _t have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the Edger as instructed in this manual. Date Of Purchase: Horse Power: 3.5 Dlsplaoement: 10 cu. in. (163 cc.) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug Gap: F-001106M Some adjustments mustbe made periodicallyto propedymaintainyourEdger. 20 oz. SAE-30W Spark Plug: ._ Champion RJ17LM All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual must be checked at least once each season. 0.030 inch 16 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Aftereach 25 hours,apply a smallamountof engineoil to all movingparts,particularlythe wheels. How To Change The Engine OII Change the oilin the enginecrankcaseafter each 25 hoursof use. NOTE: The oil will drain more freely when the engine Is warm. 1. Disconnectthe sparkplugwire fromthe sparkplug. 2. Remove the oil drain plug (see Figure 14). Drainthe oilintoa fiat pan. 3. Afterdrainingall the oil,installand tightan the oll dreln plug. 4. Removethe oll fill cap (see Figure15). Fillthe enginecrankcase.Pourslowly. Do notoverfill.See "ProductSpecifications"for amountandtypeof oil. Install the oll fill cap. Oil Fill Cap / 5. Connectthe sparkplugwire to the spark plug. Figure1_ = HOWTO CHANGETHE AIRRLTER CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air filter. A defective air filter will Replacethe air filteroncea year; more often in dustyor dirtyconditions. cause • lose of engine power. If dirt or dust enters the engine through the earburetor, the result will be exceealve wear or damage to the engine. Replace a damaged or clogged air cleaner Immediately. NOTE: DO NOT clean or oll the air filter. The air filter Is not serviceable and must be replaced. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2. Turn the cover to the left (counterclockwise). Remove the cover and the air filter from the flange, (see Figure 16). 3. Discardthe sir filter. 4. Clean the cover andthe flange. 5. Installa new air filter intothe cover, 6. Pushthe cover firmlyagainstthe flange. Tum the cover to the right (clockwise)untiltight.Make sure the retelnere are lockedaroundthe flange. Flange Cover 7. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug. F-OO1106M 17 MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG Check the spark plug every 25 hoops.Replace the spark plug if the electrodesare pitted, bumed,or if the pomelainis cracked. moval._ghten the sparkplugto a torque of 15 foot-pounds. I Make sure the spark plug is clean. Clean the spark plug by carefully scraping the electrodes (do not sand blast or usa a wire brush). 2. Check the spark plug gap witha feeler gauge. 3. Before installing the spark plug, coat the threads lightly with oil for easy re- CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Nevermake unnecessaryadjustmentsto the carburetor.The carburetorwas set at the factoryto operateefficientlyundermost applications.However,if adjustmentsare required,we recommendyoucontactyour nearestSears ServiceCenter. nor Is set atThe the engine factory.goverDo not WARNING: change the governor setting, Over speeding the engine above the factory setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine governor needs an sd|ustment, contact your nearest Sears Service Center. A F-001106M 18 Feeler 0.030" Gauge I SERVICE HOW TO REMOVE AND ADJUSTMENT THE BELT The beltmade of a specialcompound.If the beltbecomeswom or breaks,replace the beltwith an odglnalequipmentbelt. 4. Loosen,do notremove,the ecrewthat holdsthe belt guide. Then, movethe belt guide away fromthe belt. 1. Disconnectthe sparkplugwire fromthe sparkplug. 5. Removethe two screws fromthe belt guard (see Figure19). Pull the clutch lever back to release the tension from the belt. 6. Remove the two ecrews end spa(ere fromthe top of the engine pulley cover. Removethe engine pulley cover (see Figure18). Removethe old belt fi'omthe engine andquillassemblypulleys.Replacewith an odglnalequipment belt. 7. Toinstalla new belt, reversethe above steps. 2. 3. Belt Guard Screw Figure19 F-OO1106M 19 SERVICE HOW TO REPLACE AND ADJUSTMENT THE BLADE The blade is subjectto wear and damage, suchas nicksanddents.This willnotgenerallyaffectitsfunction, 1. Disconnectthe sparkplugwirefrom the sparkplug. The blade is designed to not require sharp. ening. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade. The blade is also reversible. If nicks or dents are excessive, remove the blade and tum it around. This will provide a fresh cutting edge. Replace the blade if both sides are wom or damaged. 2. Remove the blade Iocknut that holds the blade to the ddve shaft. A tenARNING: the bladeToIocknut, remove always or tighuse the method shown In Figure 20. Always position the holding wrench on the nut behind the blade. 3. blade. Sharpening damage ARNING: Do not can sharpen the the blade end cause it to break, which can cause Injury to yourself or to others. 4. A Remove the blade. Install a new blade and blade look.nut. Tighten the blade tocknut 40-45 foot pounds. 5. To replace the blade, followthe stepsbelow. to a torque of Connectthe sparkplugwire to the spark plug. Tum Wrench To "nghten Locknut Blade Looknut Hold NUt, Do Not Turn Rgure 20 F-(]O1106M 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT STORAGE parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, and tank during storage. Also, using alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohoi, ethanol or methanol) can attract molsturs which leads to aeparstlon end formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an angins while In storage. Edgor indoors withstore fuel In the A ARNING: Never fuel tank. Never store In the an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or • pilot light as on a furnace, ws. tar heater or clothes dryer. To prevent engine damage when the Edger is in storage for 30 days or more, follow the steps below: oline while inside building,gaSARNING: Do nota remove near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explosion or a fire. A Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline. When the Edger is put in storage for thirty days or more, follow the steps below to make sure the Edger is in good condition the following season. If youdo not wantto removethe gasoline. adda fuelstabilizerto any gasoline left in the fueltank. A fuel stabilizerwill minimizegum depositsandacids. If the fueltank is almostempty,mix the fuel stabilizerwithfresh gasolinein a separate containerand addthe mixtureto the fuel tank. Alwaysfollowthe instructions on the stabilizercontainer.Startthe angins. Letthe enginerunfor 10 minutes to allow the mixtureto roachthe carburotor. Edger Completelycleanthe Edger. Check the Edgerfor wom or damaged pads. Tightenall loose hardware. Applya smallamountof engineoilto all movingpads, psrticulady the wheels. Putthe Edgerin a buildingthat has good vanttiation. Change the engine oil. See "How To Change The Engine Oil" in the Maintenance section. Cover the Edgerwitha suitableprotective coverthatdoes not retainmoisture. Do not use plastic. Lubdcatathe piston/cylindarares. This can bedone byfirstremovingthe spark plug andsquirtings smallamountof clean engineoilintothe sparkplug hole. Then, coverthe sparkplug holewitha ragto absorboilspray.Next, rotatathe engineby pullingthe startertwo or throe Umes. Finally,installthe sparkplugand attachthe sparkplugwire. IMPORTANT: Never cover the Edgar while the engine and exhaust areas are still warm. NOTE: A yearly checkup or tune-up by a Sears Service Center is a good way to make sure that your Edger will _ovldo maximum performance for the next season. Storethe Edgerin the operatingposition withthe wheelsdown. If the Edgeris storedin any other position,oilfrom the crankcasewillenterthe cylinderand cause a sentise problem. Engine IMPORTANT:It Is important to prevent gum deposits from forming In fuel system F-001106M 21 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine difficult to start Stale fuel Drainfuel tank. Fillwith fresh fuel. Cloggedfuel filter Replacefuelfilter Dirtin fueltank or outof fuel Clean fuel tank. or Engine runs ermticelly Carburetoroutof adjustment Takeunitto a Sears Service Center. or Engine will not run st full speed Engine smokes excesaively Cutting blade will not rotate Fouledsparkplug Clean andset sparkplug gap. Dirty air filter Replaceair filter. Plugged air filter Replace air filter. Debris interfering with blade Clean debris from blade. Loose blade "nghtenbladenut. Defec_ve V-belt Replace V-bait. Defective quill beadngs Replace the quillassembly. Damage or worn blade Reverse the bladeor replace the blade. Looseparts Stop engineimmediately. Tightenall fasteners.If vibrationcontinues,take the unitto a Sears Service Center. Blade will not cut properly Excessive F-O01106M vibration 22
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