CRAFTSMAN 536.772100 3.5 Horsepower 9 Inch EDGER User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Craftsman
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CRAFTSMAN 536.772100 3.5 Horsepower 9 Inch EDGER User Manual
MODEL NO. 536.772100
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.
WARRANTY STATEMENT
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN EDGER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Edger is
maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and
maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Craftsman 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.
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 contained in the owner’s manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN EDGER TO THE NEAREST CRAFTSMAN 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
SAFETY RULES
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means—
ATTENTION!!! Become alert!!! Your safety is involved.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark 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 footwear that will improve footing on 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
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Handier fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
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Use an approved container.
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Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.
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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.
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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 instruction.
- 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 performing 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
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After striking a foreign object, stop the 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 immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
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Stop the blade whenever you leave the operating position. Disconnect the spark plug wire before unclogging the blade and when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.
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When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
**** WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust systern is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark
arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the
operator.
In the state of California the spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the California 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 Authorized Service Center (See ENGINE REPAIR PARTS section in this manual).
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
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.
MAINTENANCE
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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 Craftsman Service Center.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Over speeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest Craftsman Service Center, which has the proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.
STORAGE
WARNING: Never store your Edger indoors or in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area. If gasoline remains in the tank, fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light from a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, cigarette, etc.
EDGER
- Clean the Edger thoroughly; remove all debris and wipe the unit dry.
- Inspect the Edger for worn or damaged 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 Craftsman 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 jn storage.
To prevent engine damage (if Edger is not used for more than 30 days) follow the steps on next column.
- To remove gasoline, run the engine until the tank is empty and the engine stops.
- If you do not want to remove gasoline, a fuel stabilizer (such as 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 a safe place. See warning on this page.
• 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 operating condition during storage by:
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 on next column.
- 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 SHOOTING
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.993502
Printed in U.S.A.
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