Troubleshooting - Craftsman Edger 536.772360 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM
Engine difficult to start
or or
Engine runs erratically
or
Engine will not run at full Engine will not run at full
speed
Engine smokes excessively
Cutting blade will not rotate
Blade will not cut properly
Excessive vibration
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CAUSE
Stale fuel
Dirt in fuel tank or out of fuel
Carburetor out of adjustment
Fouled spark plug
Dirty air filter
Dirty air filter
Debris interferes with blade
Loose blade
Damaged V--belt
Damaged quill bearings
Damage or worn blade
Loose parts
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Drain fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel.
Drain and clean fuel tank. Fill with fresh
fuel.
Contact a Sears or other qualified
service dealer.
Clean and set spark plug gap.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean debris from blade.
Tighten blade nut.
Replace V--belt.
Replace the quill assembly. Contact a
Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Replace the blade.
Stop engine immediately. Tighten all
fasteners. If vibration continues, take
the unit to a Sears or other qualified
service dealer.
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