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3.5 Horsepower 9 Inch EDGER MODEL NO. 536.772101 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. F_)01101M...
Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Edger is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
Safe Operation WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: "Attention! tal starting when setting-up, ARNING: To prevent acciden- transporting, adjustin9 or mak- ing repairs, always disconnect plug wire and put wire where it cannot contact the spark plug.
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Safe Storage • Always refer to the owner's manual instruc- tions 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.
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature sup- plied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each symbol. Control And Operating Symbols Slow Primer Button Safety Warning Symbols WARNING Thrown Objects.
HOW TO RAISE THE HANDLE Loosen the knobs and raise the upper handle to the upright position. See Figure 2. Tighten the knobs. Make sure the knobs are to the outside of the handles as shown in Figure 2. Insert the end of the control rod, from RIGHT to LEFT, through the hole in the front wheel arm.
HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE Fill With Oil This Edger was shipped with a 20 ounce container of SAE30 motor oil. Add this oil to the engine before operating. To fill the crank- case, remove the oil fill cap/dipstick the SAE30 motor oil. DO NOT OVERFILL. NOTE: The engine may contain a small amount of oil.
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_" CHECKLIST For the best performance from this quality product, please review the following checklist before you operate the Edger: #-" All assembly instructions completed. Check carton. Make sure no loose parts remain in the carton. All fasteners have been properly tight- ened.
KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERATE the Edger. To familiarize yourself with the location of the controls, compare the illustrations with your Edger. Save this manual for future reference. Engine Stop Lever Depth Control Lever Control Rod Recoil...
runs, the blade will rotate. To ARNING: When the engine prevent injury, keep hands and feet away from blade. HOW TO STOP THE EDGER Move the depth control lever forward to raise the blade. Then, release the engine stop lever. See Figure 8. WARNING: Never leave the Edger unattended while the en-...
HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE To stop the engine, release the engine stop ieven If the engine continues to run, move the throttle control to the STOP position. If the engine will not stop, hold a screwdriver against the spark plug and against the en- gine cooling fins.
EDGING TIPS • Edging is best performed when conditions are dry. If the soil is to wet, dirt becomes packed around the blade causing ture belt wear and decreased perfor- mance. • If dirt does become packed around the blade, stop the engine and remove the wire from the spark plug.
Check Spark Plug Check Drive Belt Tighten Ali Fasteners Check Blade For Wear Or Damage Lubricate Quill Rod/ tube PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model No.: 536.772101 Date Of Purchase: Horse Power: Displacement: 10 cu. in. (163 cc.) Oil Capacity: 20 oz. SAE-30W Spark Plug:...
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LUBRICATION After each 25 hours, apply a small amount of engine oil to all moving parts, particularly the wheels. How To Change The Engine Change the oil in the engine crankcase after each 25 hours of use. NOTE: The oil will drain more freely when the engine is warm.
SPARK PLUG Check the spark plug every 25 hours. Re- place the spark plug if the electrodes pitted, burned, or if the porcelain is cracked. Make sure the spark plug is clean. Clean the spark plug by carefully scrap- ing the electrodes (do not sand blast or use a wire brush).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REMOVE THE BELT The belt made of a special compound. belt becomes worn or breaks, replace the belt with an original equipment belt. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Drain the gasoline and oil from the en- gine.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REPLACE THE BLADE The blade is subject to wear and damage, such as nicks and dents. This will not gener- ally affect its function. The blade is designed to not require sharp- ening. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade. The blade is also reversible.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT STORAGE Edger indoors with fuel in the WARNING: Never store the fuel tank. Never store in an en- closed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as on a furnace, wa- ter heater or clothes dryer.
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TROUBLE TROUBLE Engine difficult to start Engine runs erratically Engine will not run at full speed Engine smokes excessively Cutting blade will not rotate Blade will not cut properly Excessive vibration Engine does not shut off when engine control lever is released F_001101M SHOOTING...
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NO. DESCRIPTION 3.5HP 143.003502 (SeeEnginepages) Screw Pulley, V3L Key, Hi Pro #505 Frame, Edger Quill Assembly Spring Spring Pin Belt, V4L Blade Guard F=001101M 536.772101 PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION Engine 47792 52052 338490 740121-833 339283 51603 412281 32668 331076-833 REPAIR PARTS 339589C PARTNO.
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CRAFTSMAN F-001101M 143.003502 PART DESCRIPTION 590694 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. 590695 Starter Housing Ass'y. 590535 Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64" dia.)
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