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- Page 1 4 Horsepower HIGHWHEEL WEEDTRIMMER MODEL NO. 536.773400 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. IL 60179 U.S.A ! SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, F-000208M 11/03/99...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN WEED- TRIMMER 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 watr_ty givns you spedfic tegai dghts, and you may aiso ha.ve other dghte which may vary from state to state. -
Page 3: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Trimmer. WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: "Attention! Become Alertl Your Safety Is Involved." I. General Operation Only use accessories approved by the manufacture[ Read, understand, and follow all instruc- 15. - Page 4 SAFETY RULES Never refuel the machine indoors. stopesrequireextra cau_on,tl youfeel uneasy on a slope, do nottrim it. d. Never store the machineor fuel con- Do trim acrossthe face ofslopes;neverupand tainer inside where there is an open down. Do not trim excessivelysteep slopes flame,suchas a water heater.
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Page 5: International Symbols
SAFETY RULES 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. ControlAndOperatingSymbols Slow Fist Fuel Safety Warning Symbols WARNING WARNING... -
Page 6: Assembly
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG 1 - Owner'sManual 1 - Parts Bag 1 - Fuel Stabilizer Not shown actual size) 2 Sets -Trimmer Lines 1 - 20 oz. Bottle Oil 1- Safety Glasses (0.130 Inch dlsmetel TO REMOVE THE TRIMMER FROM CARTON glasses or eye shields while sa- WARNING: Always wear safety... - Page 7 ASSEMBLY HOW TO RAISE THE HANDLE Hold the handle with one hand and loosen both handle adjustment knobs until the ratchet teeth are disengaged. Do not remove the handle adjustment Imob_. See Figure 2. Raise the handle to the operating poslUon. S_and _n the operator's position behind the trim- mer.
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Page 8: Operation
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THE OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERATE the trim- mer.Tofamiliarize yo_Jrealf withthe location of the contro(s, comparethe ill_tions with yourtrim- mer. Save this manual for future reference, Control ThrottleContro_ Laver Upper Handle RecoilStarterHandle FuqlCap TrimmerUne ShieldEdgeGuard /... - Page 9 OPERATION HOW TO USE THE TRIMMER HEAD DRWE LEVER Handle 1. Toengagethe trimmer head,holdthe con- trol bail againstthe handle. See Figure5. The fasterthe engine runs,the fasterthe tdmmerhead willrotate. 2. Once the trimmer head is rotating,push the tdmmerforwardto trim. Rgure 5 HOW TO USE THE THROTTLE CONTROL...
- Page 10 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Oil Recommendation How To Fill With Gasoline Only use highqualitydetergentoil ratedwith NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI- API serviceclassification SG. Selectthe oil's FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND SAE viscositygrade accordingto your ex- US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS pectedoperatingtemperature: ULGE ENGINES:...
- Page 11 OPERATION HOW TO START THE ENGINE NOTE: If engine fails to start after three pulls, push the primer button two times and NOTE: DO NOT BE ALARMED, your engine again pull the recoil starter handle. will smoke the first time it Is started. It is burning off the protective coating that Is on WARNING: Never...
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Page 12: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICERECORDS Before Every Every Every Fill in datesas you E=©h SERVICE completeregularservice, Hours Heml Hows Noted DATES !i_!i!!!!iiiiiii!ii;i Check trimmer Lines Engine/Mechine Cleaning ,,,,_, Check Spark Plug Service Air Filter _i!ili!ili Note I - When old line is half the original length, replace with new line. Note 2- Clean daily if used in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. - Page 13 MAINTENANCE How To Change Engine Oil Change the engine oil when the engine is Connect the spark plug wire to the spark warm. For the proper oil capacity, see "Product plug. Specifications". Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2.
- Page 14 MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG Check the spark plug every 25 hours. Re- Tighten the spark plugto a torque of 15 place the spark plug if the electrodes are foot-pounds. pittedor burnedor if the porcelainis cracked. Make sure the spark plug is dean. Clean Feeler Gauge 0.030"...
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Page 15: Service Andadjustment
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT Make sure that all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the wire from the WARNING: Before you Inspect, clean or service the trimmer, stop the engine. spark plug. HOW TO REPLACE THE TRIMMER LINE met line, keepthe trimmer line moist. If not For the best performance, use a heavy kept moist, the nylon trimmer line will be- gauge (0.130"... - Page 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE HANDLE Use the knobs, oneach sideofthe handle, to adjustthe heightof the handle. 1. Removethe knob andcarriage bolt. See CamagsBolt Figure13. 2. To change the height of the handle, as- semblethe handle in the nexthole. Tighten the knobs.
- Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REPLACE THE DRIVE BELT To replace the drive belt. the trimmer head and shield must be removed as follows. the drive belt, disconnect the wire WARNING: Before remove from the spark plug. Remove the four fasteners that hold the front of the shield and trimmer heed to the trimmer housing.
- Page 18 Craftsmanfuel maximum performance for the next sea- stabilizer No. 33500, to any gasolineleftin son. the tank. Craftsman fuel stalibizsr will minimizethe formationof gum deposits Engine andacids. If the tankis almostempty,mix IMPORTANT:It is Importantto prevent gum Craftsmanfuelstabilizerwith fresh gaso-...
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Page 19: Trouble Shooting Chart
Add fuel. Fualtankempty. Clean carburetor or fuel line. Dirtycarburetor or fuel line, Dirtyair fiiter. Replaceairfilter. Carburetoroutof adjus_nent. For carburetor a djustment, take the unittoa Craftsman Sewice Center. Wait severalminutesbefore Engineflooded. starting. Move throttle leverto FAST Throttle control lever i n incorrectposition. - Page 20 Engine cooling system Clean debds screen and clogged, engine cooling fins. Carburetor out of adjustment, Adjust carburetor. Take the unit to a Craftsman Service Canter, Oil level is low. Add oil. Engine will not stop Defec_ve throttle control Inspect and rel_ace lever or wire, running.
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Page 21: Slope Guide
SLOPE GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LINE POLE, OR A FENCE. Operate a trimmer across the face of slopes, never up or down slopes. Use this guide and do not trim on a slope greater than 15 degrees. A 10 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approximately 1.7 feet in 10 feet..