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3.5 Horsepower

9 Inch

EDGER

MODEL NO.

536.797460

Caution:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating

Instructions before first use

of this product.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates 60179 U.S.A.

337726 3125/96

Table of Contents 2

Warranty 2

Safety Rules 2-3

Contents of Shipping Carton 4

Assembly 4-6

Operation 7-10

Maintenance 10-12

Service and Adjustments 12-13

Storage 13-14

Troubleshooting 14

Edger Repair Parts 15-17

Engine Repair Parts 18-21

Spanish(EspaRol) 22-35

Parts Ordering/Service Back Cover

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN EDGER

For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Edger is maintained, lu-

bricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the

owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workman-

ship.

ff this Craftsman Edger is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty ap-

plies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover the following:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, etc.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER

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.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

A_ Look for this symbol to point out Important safety precautions. It means---

ATTENTION!!! Become alert!!! Your safety is involved.

/_ CAUTION: Always disconnect spark footwear that will improve footing on

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug to prevent accidental

starting when setting-up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs.

IMPORTANT: Safety standards require

operator presence controls to minimize the

risk of injury. Your edger is equipped with

such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the

function of the operator presence control

under any circumstances.

BEFORE USE

•Read the owner's manual carefully. Be

thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the edger. Know how to

stop the edger and disengage the

controls quickly.

•Do not operate the edger without

wearing adequate outer garments. Wear

slippery surfaces.

•Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, particularly small children and

pets.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the

edger is to be used and remove all

foreign objects.

FUEL SAFETY

• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam-

mable.

• Use an appro'_ed container.

•Check fuel supply before each use,

allowing space for expansion as the heat

of the engine and/or sun can cause fuel to

expand.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.

Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel

tank cap securely and wipe up spilled

fuel.

• Never remove the 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 proper instruc-

tion.

• Do not operate this machine if you are

taking drugs or other medication which

can cause drowsiness or affect your

ability to operate this machine.

•Do not use this machine if you are

mentally or physically unable to operate

this machine safely.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields during operation or while perform-

ing an adjustment or repair to protect

your eyes from foreign objects that may

be thrown from the edger.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating

on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or

roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or

traffic.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or

falling.

• Never operate the edger without proper

guards, plates, or other safety protective

devices in place.

• Never operate the edger at high transport

speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind

and use care when backing.

• Never allow bystanders near the edger.

•Keep children and pets away while

operating.

• Never operate the edger without good

visibility or light.

• Do not run the engine indoors. The

exhaust fumes are dangerous, containing

CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS

and DEADLY GAS.

• Take all possible precautions when

leaving the edger unattended. Stop the

engine.

• Do not overload the edger capacity by

attempting to edge too deep at too fast a

rate.

SAFE STORAGE '

•Always refer to the owner's manual

instructions for important details if the

edger is to be stored for an extended

period.

• Never store the edger with fuel in the fuel

tank inside a building where ignition

sources are present such as water and

space heaters, clothes dryers, and the

like. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

•Keep the edger in safe working condition.

Check all fasteners at frequent intervals

for proper tightness.

REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

•After striking a foreign object, stopthe

engine (motor). Remove the wire from the

spark plug, and keep the wire away from

the plug to prevent accidental starting.

Thoroughly inspect the edger for any

damage, and repair the damage before

restarting and operating it.

•If edger should start to vibrate abnormally,

stop engine (motor) and check immedi-

ately for the cause. Vibration is generally

a warning of trouble.

•Stop the blade whenever you leave the

operating position. Also, disconnect the

spark plug wire before unclogging the

blade and when making any repairs,

adjustments, or inspections.

•When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,

shut off the engine and make certain all

moving parts have stopped.

•Never attempt to make any adjustments

while the engine is running except when

specifically recommended by the manu-

facturer.

Z_ WARNING: The engine exhaust

from this product contains chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

L_ WARNING: This unit is equipped with

an internal combustion engine and should

not be used on or near any unimproved for-

est-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust sys-

tem is equipped with a spark arrester meet-

ing applicable local or state laws (if any). If a

spark arrester is used, it should be main-

tained in effe(_tive working order by the op-

erator.

In the state of California the spark arrester is

required by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply

on federal lands. A spark arrester/muffler is

available through your nearest Sears Autho-

rized Service Center (See ENGINE REPAIR

PARTS section in this manual).

Contents of Parts Bag (shown full size)

(2) - Hex Head Nuts

5/16-18

(2) -Flatwashers(large)

,520xl .25x.209

(2)- Hex Head Screws

5/16-18x 1-1/4 inch

(2) - Flatwashers(small)

.504x.75x.059

(2) -Hair Pins

(3) -Retaining Rings

(1 is a spare)

Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size)

(1)-Control Rod

1-Container SAE30 oil

1 - Owner's Manual (not shown)

1 - Parts Bag (not shown)

(2) - Tire & Rims

,4k

Z.L_CAUTION: Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while assembling

edger.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 - 7/16 inch Wrench

(or adjustable wrench)

2 - 1/2 inch Wrenches

(or adjustable wrenches)

1 - Pair Pliers

1 - Knife

Handle

Control Lever

Handle

Lever

Blade tard

The figure to the right shows the edger

completely assembled.

References to the right or left hand side

of the edger are from the viewpoint of the

operator's position behind the unit.

TO REMOVE EDGER FROM CARTON

• Remove the control rod from the carton,

• Remove wheels, parts bag and packing

material from the carton.

• Cut down all four corners of the carton.

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

tighten all four clamping bolts. Locknuts

should be to the inside of the handles as

shown in figure below.

Lower

Handle

5/16-18

Hex

Locknuts

•Insert one end of the control rod from right

to left through the hole in the depth

control lever and attach with ahair pin

found in parts bag. See figure below.

•Place the depth control lever in the rear

selection slot and insert the lower end of

the control rod through the hole in the

pivot bracket arm located inside the frame

on the rear axle. Attach with hairpin.

Rear

Selection,

Hair Pin

Con_ol

Rod

5/16-18X1-1/4 inch

Hex Head wide

flange Screws

•Attach left rear wheel to the edger as

shown below. Place two large flatwashers

(need to keep wheel away from side

frame bolts) between the wheel and the

frame. Place one small flatwasher outside

of the wheel and install the retaining ring

on the axle.

• Attach right rear wheel as shown below to

the edger. Place a flatwasher and

retaining ring to rear axle.

VIEW FROM LEFT REAR WHEEL

Flatwasher (large)

.520x 1.25x.209

Flatwasher(small)

,504x.75x.059

g Ring

520xl .25x

VIEW FROM RIGHT REAR WHEEL

Flatwasher(small)

.504x.7!

Retaining

Hair Pin

Pivot

Arm Rod

• Loosen the rope guide nut located on the

inside of the right handle as shown below.

•Thread starter rope through the guide.

•Tighten nut.

Starter

Nut

Rope

/' CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new Edger, to

ensure that you receive the best perfor-

mance and satisfaction from this quality

product, please review the following

checklist:

All assembly instructions have been

completed.

No remaining loose parts in carton, ex-

cept spare retaining ring. Keep in safe

place.

,/ All fasteners have been properly in-

stalled and tightened.

While learning how to use your edger,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

,#/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,// Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular Unleaded gasoline.

// Become familiar with all controls, their

location and function. Operate controls

before starting engine.

KNOW YOUR EDGER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

EDGER. Compare the illustrations with your EDGER to familiarize yourself with the location

of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

• I+

Fast Slow Stop Primer Button

Engine Control

Throttle

Contro_Rod 3ap

Blade Guard

Blade Guide

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 thrown at the op-

erator.

Engine control Lever - Must be held back

to allow engine to start and run.

L_ WARNING: Blade is rotating when

engine is running or being started. Keep

hands and feet away from blade to prevent

injury.

HOW TO USE YOUR EDGER

L_ WARNING: The operation of this

edger can result in foreign objects being

thrown into the eyes, which can cause se-

vere eye damage. Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while operating the

edger.

We recommend standard safety glasses or

Wide Vision Safety Mask for over your

glasses.

TO STOP EDGER

•Make sure the depth control lever is all

the way forward and releaseengine

control lever to the STOP _position.

Wait for all moving parts to stop before

leaving the operator position.

L_ CAUTION: Never leave the edger

unattended while the engine is running.

Always raise the cutting blade and stop the

engine.

TO USE THE ENGINE CONTROL

LEVER

• Pull the engine control lever back with

your left hand and hold it in contact with

the upper handle cross tube to allow en-

gine to start and run. See next figure.

• Release the engine control lever to stop

the engine.

NOTE: If engine continues to run after le-

ver is released, see your Sears service

center.

an,Ln__ CAUTION: Always stop engine

the

make sure all parts have stopped

whenever leaving the operator's position or

when cleaning, replacing or inspecting the

edger.

Engine Control

Lever

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

•Run at full'_ engine speed during

normal use.

•Push throttle control lever forward to

increase speed; beck to decrease

speed.

•Pulling the throttle control lever all of the

way back will stop _ the engine.

TO USE PRIMER BUTTON

|.1

•Push primer button r"_ five times. See

page 6 figure for location. Wait about two

seconds between each push.

NOTE: Do not use primer button to re-

start a warm engine after a short shut-

down.

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 2-1/2

inches deep.

IMPORTANT: If very deep edging is

required, we recommend that a shallow

cut be made first, then cuts at greater

depths until the desired depth is ob-

tained.

L_ WARNING: Keep away from the ro-

tating blade. The blade can cause injury.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

PRE-USECHECK OFCONTROLS

All controls should be checked for proper

function before servicing or starting the

engine.

• Move the depth control lever into all four

positions in the selector plate. Make sure

the depth control lever snaps into all four

holes as shown in figure on page 6.

•Return the depth control lever to the

forward hole in the selector plate.

FILL/ADD OIL:

This edger was shipped with a 20 ounce

container of SAE30 motor oil. This oil must

be added to the engine before operating.

Remove the oil fill cap and fill the crank-

case to 1/4 inch from top of oil fill hole,

residual oil remaining. DO NOT OVERFILL.

OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

Only use high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SG. Select

the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to

your expected operating temperature:

I 32°F -- >_Warmer

,, Coldersw30" _ _ -'_ A_30 -- '>

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30,

10W30, etc.) improve starting in cold

weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result

in increased oil consumption when used

above 32°F. Check your engine oil level

more frequently to avoid possible engine

damage from running low on oil.

TO ADD ENGINE OIL

•Place the edger on a level surface.

• Remove the oil fill cap as shown in next

figure.

• Fill the engine crankcase, pouring slowly.

Do not overfill. For approximate capacity

sea PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on

page 10 of this manual.

• Reinstall the oil fill cap and tighten

securely. Wipe away excess oil.

• Check oil before each use. Add if

needed.

• Change oil after the first 2 operating

hours and every 25 operating hours

thereafter.

,l_ CAUTION: Never fill the gas tank

while the engine is running or hot.

Immediately wipe off any spilled gasoline

before attempting to start the engine.

Fill Cap

-Fuel Fill Cap

FILL GAS:

Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded

grade automotive gasoline. Be sure that

the container you pour the gasoline from is

clean and free from dust or other foreign

particles. Never use gasoline that may be

stale from long periods of storage in the

container. Reinstall fuel cap.

WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using methanol) can attract moisture which

leads to separation and formation of acids

during storage. Acidic gas can damage the

fuel system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system

should be emptied before storage of 30

days or longer. Drain fuel tank, start engine

and let it run until fuel lines and carburetor

are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage Instructions for additional informa-

tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.

"_ 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 the top to provide space for

expansion of fuel. Always fill fuel tank

outdoors and use afunnel or spout to

prevent spilling. Make sure to wipe up any

spilled fuel before starting the engine. Store

gasoline in a clean, approved container,

and keep the cap in place on the container.

Keep gasoline in a cool, well ventilated

place; never in the house. Never buy more

than a 30 day supply of gasoline to ensure

volatility. Gasoline is intended to be used as

a fuel for internal combustion engines;

therefore, do not use gasoline for any other

purpose. Since many children like the smell

of gasoline, keep it out of their reach

because the fumes are dangerous to inhale,

as well as being explosive.

TO START THE ENGINE

Before starting the engine, be sure you

have read and understood all the instruc-

tions on the preceding pages. The edger is

equipped with a recoil starter. The opera-

tion of the engine is controlled by the

throttle control lever. See page 6.

• Push the depth control lever forward and

latch in the forward slot of the adjustment

bracket to raise the blade.

• Move the throttle control lever, see figure

on page 6, to the FAST '_ position.

•Push primer button I_- five times, see

figure on page 6. wait about two

seconds between each push.

NOTE: Do not use primer to restart a

warm engine after a short shutdown.

• Pull the engine control lever back to

contact the upper handle tube and hold

the edger handle and control lever firmly

with your left hand.

•Tostart engine, grasp the engine starter

handle firmly with your right hand.

•Pull back sharply on the recoil starter

handle. DO NOT allow the starter rope to

snap back, let it rewind slowly while

holding the starter handle.

NOTE: If engine fails to start after three

pulls, push primer button two times and

pull starter rope again.

•When the engine starts, run at fult engine

speed during normal use.

NOTE: The cutting blade speed is

controlled by the engine speed. To

reduce the cutting blade speed, push

back on the throttle control lever. To

increase the blade speed, push the

throttle control lever forward.

•To stop IO the engine, make sure the

depth control lever is all the way forward

and release the engine control lever to

the stop position. See figure on page 6.

Z_ WARNING: Never run the engine

indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,

an odorless gas and deadly gas. Keep

hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away

from any moving parts on the engine or

edger. Avoid the muffler and surrounding

areas. Temperatures may exceed 150' F.

EDGING TIPS

•Edging is best performed when conditions

are dry. if the soil is too wet, dirt becomes

packed in and around the blade causing

premature belt wear and decreased

performance.

•If dirt does become packed around the

blade, stop the engine, remove the spark

plug wire, and remove the packed debris

before continuing to edge.

• ff very deep edging is required, we

recommend that a shallow cut be made

first, then cuts at greater depth until the

desired depth is obtained.

•Uniform edging can be performed when

the blade guide (see figure on page 6)

rides on and against the surface which

you are edging.

•Edging can be customized by varying the

number of passes and by the distance

your blade is from the surface you are

edging.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

SERVICE

RECORDS

SCHEDULE

Fill In dates as After Before Fie. E_en/ Every Every Begin Before

you complete First Each quently 10 25 _Each Storaga

regular service 2 Use Hours Hours Hours Season

Hours

SERVICE

DATES

Lubricateall Pivot Points tJ Ivj

LubricateWheel Axles tJ tJ

Check Engine Oil Level tf

Change Engine Oil _tJ t,J

!Replace AirCleaner Filter

CheckSpark Plug p,_

CheckDrive Belt

T_ghtenAll Screwsand Nuts jvj _'_

Check BladeWear/Damage V'l

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 3.5

DISPLACEMENT: 9.06 cu. in. (148 cc)

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 1.25 qt.

(unleaded regular)

LUBRICATION: 20 oz. SAE-30W

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM

(Gap .030) or Equivalent

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this Edger does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value

from the warranty, the operator must main-

tain the Edger as instructed in this manual.

The above chart is provided to assist the

operator in properly maintaining the Edger.

LUBRICATION

• After each 25 hours of use of your Edger,

apply light machine oil to all moving

parts, particularly the wheels.

• The oil in the engine crankcase must be

changed after the first 2 hours of opera-

tion and after each 25 hours of use there-

after.

NOTE: If the edger is being used in sandy

or dusty areas, change the oil more fre-

quently to prevent premature engine wear.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the

spark plug.

• Remove the oil drain plug as shown be-

low and drain the oil into a flat pan.

• After draining all the oil, reinstall the oil

drain plug securely.

NOTE: The oil will drain more freely when

the engine is warm.

•Remove the oil fill cap. See figure on

page 8.

•Fill the engine crankcase, pouring slowly.

DO NOT OVERFILL. For approximate ca-

pacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICA-

TIONS.

NOTE: The quill assembly bearings are

factory sealed and will require no lubrica-

tion. o

•Reconnect the spark plug wire on the

spark plug.

Oil Drain Plug

AIR CLEANER

Replace the filter once a year; more often

under dusty or dirty conditions. DO NOT

attempt to c_ean 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 filter from the flange.

•Discard the air filter.

•Clean the cover and the flange thor-

oughly.

•Insert the new air filter into the cover.

•Push the cover firmly against the flange

and turn it to the right (clockwise) as far

as it will go as shown in figure below. Be

sure the retainers are locked around the

flange.

• Reconnect the spark plug wire.

"_ _Turn cover to the left

_"_==,.J _[ (counterclockwise)

v to remove

F_ange

Iter

CAUTION: Never run the engine without

the air cleaner element installed. A

defective air cleaner can result in loss of

engine power and can cause excessive

wear or damage to the engine components

if dirt or dust is permitted to enter the

engine through the carburetor. A damaged

air cleaner, or one that is clogged with dust

or dirt should be replaced immediately.

SPARK PLUG

Clean the spark plug and reset the gap

periodically. Clean the area around the

spark plug base before removal, to prevent

dirt from entering the engine. Replace the

spark plug if the electrodes are pitted or

burned or if the porcelain is cracked. Clean

the spark plug by carefully scraping the

electrodes (do not sand blast or use a wire

brush). Be sure the spark plug is clean and

free of foreign material. Check the elec-

trodes gap with a wire feeler gauge and

reset to .030 if necessary. If a new spark

plug is needed, refer to the PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS for the proper replace-

ment spark plug.

Before reinstalling the spark plug, coat the

threads lightly with graphite or light oil to

insure easy removal. Tighten the spark plug

firmly into the engine. If atorque wrench is

available, torque the spark plug to 15 foot-

pounds.

Slot

Tab cover

to the right

(clockwise)

to install

,_ CAUTION: Always stop the engine

and disconnect the spark plug wire before

making any repairs to the edger.

V-BELT REPLACEMENT

Your edger is equipped with a V-belt made

of a special compound. If the belt becomes

worn or breaks, replace itwith an orignal

equipment belt as shown in the Repair

Parts section of this manual. Never use a

substitute.

• Disconnect the spark plug wire.

• Drain gasoline and oil from edger.

• Tip edger backwards on handle and

block top of handle against wall or bench.

•Remove three screws and flatwashers

from the belt guard as shown in figure

below.

p.Bearing

Housing

twist

•Push blade bearing housing back towards

engine to compress spring and release

tension on belt.

• Remove old belt (carefully note direction

of twist around engine pulley).

• While spring is compressed, install new

belt on quill and engine pulleys being sure

to twist belt in proper direction as shown

in figure.

NOTE: If belt is not installed properly the

blade will not turn in the proper direction and

could damage the blade or bolt. Refer to

figure above for proper direction of belt

travel.

BLADE REPLACEMENT

The cutting blade is subject to wear and

damage such as nicks and dents. This will

not generally affect its function.

This blade is specially designed to not re-

quire sharpening. Do not attempt to sharpen

this blade. If worn or damaged the blade

should be replaced.

CAUTION: When removing or tightening

the blade nut, always use the method

shown in figure below. The holding wrench

must always be positioned on the nut be-

hind the cutting blade.

,_ CAUTION: Do not attempt to sharpen

this blade. You could cause damage to the

blade which could result in breakage and

possible user or bystander injury.

To replace the blade, do the following:

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

• Remove the 1/2-20 Iocknut shown in

figure below securing the blade to the

drive shaft.

• Remove the blade.

IMPORTANT: Note the position of the

washer and the blade cutting edge to

ensure proper re-assembly. The blade is

marked THIS SIDE OUT.

• Position the replacement blade against

the washer on the drive shaft and secure

with flange nut. Be sure to tighten nut

securely.

• Reconnect the spark plug wire.

Tightening

Wrench

Holdin_

LEVELING ADJUSTMENT

•When the 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 1-1/2 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 1/4

inch above the surface which you

are edging and the blade tip should be

2-5/8 to 2-7/8 inches below the surface of

the ground. The two middle adjustment

slots provide shallower edging depths.

•To adjust the depth control lever to give

the proper blade proper blade positions,

remove the ignition wire from the spark

plug and keep the wire away from the

spark plug. Place the edger on a work

bench or sturdy table. Position edger so

that the blade can extend below the top of

the bench top, put the depth control lever

in the rear adjustment slot and place a

1/4 inch thick shim between the edging

guide and the top of the bench, see figure

below. Remove the hairpin cotter from the

hook in the lower control rod and slide the

hook out of the hole in the linkage

bracket. Turn the rod in (clockwise) to

1/4 inch

Space

Edging Guide--

Table

-Blade

raise the blade and out (countemlock-

wise) to lower the blade. The adjustment

is correct when there is a 1/4 inch space

between the edging guide and the bench

top. When the rod is adjusted correctly,

insert the hook of the rod into the hole in

the linkage bracket and replace the

hairpin cotter in the hole in the hook.

Lower

Rod

•When the adjustment procedure is

complete, put the edgar back on the floor

and install the _jnition wire on the spark

plug.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

The carburetor has been pre-set at the

factory and readjustment should not be

necessary. However, if the carburetor does

need to be adjusted, contact your nearest

Sears Service Center.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper, engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. H you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest Sears

Service Center, which has the proper

equipment and experience to make any

necessary adjustments.

,/_ WARNING: Never store your

edger indoors or in an enclosed, poody

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

parts and*tighten all loose hardware.

• Oil all points described in the Lubrication

paragraph in the MAINTENANCE section

of this manual.

• Store the edger in a protected area and

cover for additional protection.

IMPORTANT:A yearly checkup or tune-

up by a Sears Service Center is a

good way of ensuring that your Edger

will Provide maximum performance for

the next season.

ENGINE

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as the carburetor,

fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

Also, experience indicates that using

alcohol-blended fuels (called gasohol,

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine while

in storage.

To prevent engine damage (if edger is not

used for more than 30 days) follow the

steps below.

• To remove gasoline, run the engine

until the tank is empty and the engine

stops.

•If you do not want to remove gasoline,

afuel stabilizer (such as Sears

Craftsman fuel stabilizer No. 33500)

may be added to any gasoline left in

the tank to minimize gum deposits

and acids. If the tank is almost empty,

mix stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a

separate container and add some to the

tank. Always follow instructions on

stabilizer container. Then run engine at

least 10 minutes after stabilizer is added

to allow mixture to reach carburetor.

Store edger in asafe place. See warning

on page 13.

•Store the edger in the wheels-down,

operating position. If the edger is stored

in any other position, oil from the

crankcase could enter the cylinder,

causing a service problem.

You can keep your engine in good operat-

ing condition during storage by:

•Changing oil.

•Lubricating the piston/cylinder area. This

can be done by first removing the spark

plug and squirting clean engine oil into

the spark plug hole. Then cover the spark

plug hole with a rag to absorb oil spray.

Next, rotate the engine by pulling the

starter two or three times. Finally,

reinstall spark plug and attach spark plug

wire.

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

erractlcally Blocked fuel line or empty fuel tank Clean fuel line; check gas tank

Carburetor out of adjustment Have carburetor adjusted

Fouled spark plug Clean and adjust gap

Clogged air cleaner Replace air filter

Jammed due to foreign object Clear obstruction

Cutting blade falls

to turn Loose blade Tighten blade retaining nut

Defective belt Replace V-belt

Defective quill bearings RepTace the bearings

Blade falls to cut Damaged or worn blade Replace blade

properly

Excessive vibra- Loose parts Stop engine immediately; tighten

tlon all bolts. If vibration continues,

take the unit into the nearest

Sears Service Center

CRAFTSMAN 9" -3.5 H.P. EDGER 536.797460

ENGINE/FRAME ASSEMBLY

Note: Always use original equipment

parts. Use of service/replacement

partsother than original parts may void

your warranty.

All unnumbered items ere

interchangeable with opposite

side

REF.

NO. PART NO. PART NAME

10 ENGINE

100

300

301

302

305

310

311

48148

52052

102580

337658-833

339283

51603

412281

32668

336555

57072

3.5 HP 143.963508

(See Engine pages)

Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00

Pulley, V3L 2.50X.75

Screw, 5/16-18 x .25

Frame Assembly

Quill Assembly

Spring

P{n, Spring

Belt, V 4L 32.60Lg

Guard, Blade

Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18x.63

REF,

NO.

312

313

314

315

316

317

318

319

320

321

PART NO.

120393

1498

22265

20562"

46023

337792-833

338582

1501

336631

411666

337726

Flatwasher .344x.69x.065

Nut, 5/16-18 Reghexctrlk

Flatwasher.515x1.38x. 119

Blade, Edger

Nut, 1/2-20 WDFL

Plate, Rubber Flap

Deflector, Rubber

Flatwasher .203x.56x.040

Belt Guard

Screw, 10-16x.50 TAP

Owner's Manual Eng/Sp

339589A

PART NAME II

CRAFTSMAN 9" - 3.5 H.P. EDGER 536.797460

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

REF.

NO.

400

401

402

403

404

405

406

407

4081

4O9

410

411

412

PART NO.

337323-833

57101

45174

332232-853

45602

337321-853

180081

25644

1498

337322-8531

321354

180024

1502

PART NAME

Bracket, Handle

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18x 75

Nut, 5/16-18 Hexwdfllk

Handle, Lower 7/8"

Flatwasher .333x.87x 119

Handle, Depth Adjust

Screw, 5/16-18xl.25

Spring

Nut, 5/16-18 Reghexctrlk

Bracket, Quadrant

Rope Guide

Screw, 1/4-20xl .25

Nut, 1/4-20 Reghexctrlk

REF

NO. PARTNO.

415 337713-853

416 337744

417 337775

418 314276

419 339489 °

420 339229

421 57796

422 340162

423 57444

424 180081

425 1498

426 337326

427 36368

339591

PART NAME

Handle, Upper

Bail, Operator Control

Spring, Torsion

Nut, Push on 1/4

Cap, Operator Control

Insulator, Operator Control

Screw, #6x.50 Plastite

Clip, Grounding

Cable Tie

Screw, 5/16-18x 1.25

Nut, 51/6-18 Reghexctrlk

Control Rod

Hair Pin

CRAFTSMAN 9" - 3.5 H.P. EDGER 536.797460

WHEELS/LINKAGE ASSEMBLY O

REF

NO.

101

102

103

104

105

106

107

108

109

PARTNO.

339286

339146

20864

337871-833

339284

417098

337333

339079

27142

PART NAME

Front Axle

Spring, Axle Torsion

Ring, Ret. E.

Bracket, Front Wheel

Axle, Rear Vertical

Flatwasher .531 x1.06x.063

Bracket, Linkage

Tire & Rim 7xl.50

Shoulder Bolt, 3/8-16

REF

NO. PARTNO.

110 120394

111 1499

115 337327

116 584593

117 4230

118 36368

120 49998

121 2968

DECALS

339590A

PART NAME

Flatwasher.406x.81x.065

Nut, 3/8-16 Reghexctrlk

Rod. Control

Nut, Trunnion5/16-24

Flatwasher.328x.68x. 104

Hair Pin .072 Diaxl. 13Lg

Flatwasher .520xl .25x.209

Flatwasher.504x.75x.059

REF.

NO.

800

801 69711

802 338984

803 338980

804 324860

805 3_475

8_ 324476

807 402862

808 402859

PART NO. PART NAME

Reference Only

Decal, Information Danger

Decal, Recoil Cover

Decal, Engine Sears

Decal, Blade Rotation

Decal, Danger Blade

Decal, Warning Edger

Decal, Eng. Cont. Lever

Decal, Blade Height

339592A

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.963508

4OO

135

130

120 119

260 f

126

125

370A

•285

1301

Q"- 292

174

185

178

.14

18 17

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.963508

REF. REF.

NO. PART NO. PART NAME NO. PART NO. PART NAME

1 36470A Cylinder 126 29315C Intake Valve (1/32" OS)

(Incl. 2, 7, 20, & 125) (Ind 151) .

2 26727 Dowel 130 6021A Screw 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

6 33734 Breather Element 132 650708 Washer

736557 Breather Assy(Incl.6 & 135 35395 ResistorSpark Plug

12A) (RJ 19LM)

12A 36558 BreatherCover & Tube 150 35991 Valve Spring

(thcL12B) 151 31673 Valve Spring Cap

12B 34695 BreatherTube Elbow 169 27234A Valve Cover Gasket

14 28277 Washer 172 32755 Valve Cover

15 30589 Governo Rod(Inc114) 174 30200 Screw 10-24 x 9/16"

16 32651 Governor Lever 178 29752 Nut & LockWasher

17 131335 Governor Lever Clamp 1/4-28

18 $50548 Screw, 8-32 x 5/16" 179 30593 Retainer Clip

19 36281 ExtensionSpring 182 6201 Screw 1/4-28 x 7/8"

20 32600 Oil Seal 184- 26756 Carburetorto intake

30 34460A Crankshaft Pipe Gasket

40 34514 Piston,Pin&RingSet(std) 185 36544 Intake Pipe

40 34515 Piston,Pin& RingSet i 186 34337 Governor Link

(().010 OS) J200 35727 ControlBracket (Ind.

40 34516 Piston,Pin & RingSet 202 thru 206)

(0.020OS) 202 36482 CompressionSpring

41 32538B Piston& RingAssy 203 31342 CompressionSpring

(Std) (lnc143) 204 650549 Screw 5-40 x 7/16

41 32548B Piston& PinAssy 205 650777 Screw, 6-32 x 21/32"

(.010" OS) Inc143 206 610973 Terminal

41 32549B Piston& PinAssy 207 34336 Throttle Link

(.020" OS (Inc143) 209 30200 Screw 10-32 x 9/16"

42 28986 Ring Set (Std) 215 32410 ControlKnob

42 28987 Ring Set (.010" OS) 223 650451 Screw 1/4-20 x 1•

42 28988 Ring Set (.020" OS) 224 34690A Intake Pipe Gasket

43 20381 Piston Pin Retain Ring 238 650932 Screw 10-32 x 49/64"

45 30963B Connecting Rod Assy 239 34338 Air Cleaner Gasket

(Inc146 & 49) 241 35797 Air Cleaner Collar

46 32610A Connecting Rod Bolt 245 35066 Air Cleaner Filter

48 27241 Valve Lifter 250 35065 Air Cleaner Cover

49 28594 Oil Dipper 260 36420A Blower Housing

50 35990 Camshaft (BCR) 261 30200 Screw 10-24 x 9/16"

52 29914 Oil Pump Assy. 262 650831 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2"

69 35261 Mountin I Flange Gasket 275 35708 Muffler (Inc1277)

70 30571C Mountin 1Flange 277 650795 Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/4"

(Incl 72 hru 83, 311) 285 35000A Starter Cup

72 36083 Oil Drain Plug 287 650926 Screw 8-32 x 21/64"

75 26208 Oil Seal 290 34357 Fuel Line

80 30574A Governor Shaft 292 26460 Fuel Line Clamp

81 30590A Washer 300 35586 Fuel Tank

82 30591 Governor Gear Assy (Inc1292 & 301)

(tncl 81) 301 35355 Fuel Cap

83 30588A Governor Spool 311 27625 Oil Fill Plug

86 650488 Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 313 34080 Spacer

89 610961 Flywheel Key 370A 36261 Lubrication Decal

90 611123 Flywheel 370B 35169 Control Decal

92 650815 Belleville Washer 380 632046A Carburetor (Inc1184)

93 650816 Flywheel Nut 390 590694 Rewind Starter

100 34443A Solid State Ignition 400 36475 Gasket Set

103 651007 Screw, TorxT-15, 10-24 •

x 15/16"

110 36816 Ground Wire You may order a spark arrestorkit 36664 which

110A 36230 Ground Wire contains muffler, screen and hardware.

119 36437 Cylinder Head Gasket This engine couldhave been built with 590737

120 36474 Cylinder Head (Inc1130) starter. Refer to the design of the rope pulley

125 36471 ExhaustValve (Std) strength ribs for part identification. Individual

(Incl. 15I) starter parts do not interchange.

125 36472 Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS

(Inc1151)

126 29314B Intake Valve (Std)

(Inc1151)

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.963508

Carburetor No,632046A

-30

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

632046A

631615

631767

631184

631183

631616

650506

631775

631700

REF. PART

PART NAME NO. NO.

Carburetor 27 631024

_nct, 184 of Engine Parts List) 28 632019

hrottle Shaft & Lever Ass'y, 29 631028

Throttle Return Spring 30 631021

Dust Seal Washer 31 631022

Dust Seal (Throttle) 35 632047

Throtter Shutter 40 631937A

Shutter Screw 44 631334

Fuel Fitting 48 631027

Float Bowl

•PART NAME

Float Shaft

Float

Folat Bowl "O" Ring

Inlet Needle, Seat, Clip (incl 31

Spring Clip

Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring

High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer

Welch Plug Atmosphe=ic Vent

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.963508

Starter No. 590694 REF. PART

NO. NO. PART NAME

590694 Rewind Smiler

1590599,4 Spring Pin (Incl.4)

2 590600 Washer

3590696 Retainer

4 590601 Washer

5590697 BrakeSpring

6 590698 Starter Dog

7 590699 Dog Spring

] 8 590700 Pulley & Rewind Sprg Assy.

590695 Starter Housing Assy

(_40°grommet)

590535 Starter Rope

590701 Starter Handle

8 13

Starter No. 590737

n 5

I REF,

NO.

!3"

PART

NO.

590737

590740

590616

590617

59O618A

590687A

590535

590701

590741

PART NAME

RewindStarter

Retainer

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley&RewindSpring Ass)

Starter HousingAssy

Starter Rope

Starter Handle

LockingTab

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)

Pare 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 reparacion a

domicilio -1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am -5pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

• Product Type •Part Number

•Model Number • Part Description

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