Operation; Before Starting The Engine - Craftsman Edger 536.772360 Operator's Manual

Operation

Read "Operator Safety Rules" section prior to using
this product.

Before Starting The Engine

CAUTION
This engine was shipped from the factory without
oil. If you start the engine without oil, the engine
will be damaged beyond repair and will not be
covered under warranty.
Oil Capacity
The engine holds approximately 20 ounces (0.6 liter)
of oil.
Oil Recommendation
Choose a viscosity from the following chart.
SAE 30 40ºF and higher (5ºC and higher)
is good for all purpose use above 40ºF, use below
40ºF will cause hard starting.
10W-30 0 to 100ºF (- -18 to 38ºC)
is better for varying temperature conditions. This
grade of oil improves cold weather starting, but may
increase oil consumption at 80ºF (27ºC) or higher.
Check oil level frequently at higher temperatures.
Synthetic 5W-30 - -20 to 120ºF (- -30 to 40ºC)
provides the best protection at all temperatures as
well as improved starting with less oil consumption.
5W-30 40ºF and below (5ºC and below)
is recommended for winter use, and works best in
cold conditions.
Check Oil Level
x Before you start the engine, check the oil level.
x Make sure the engine is level. Remove the dipstick
(A) from the engine oil fill (B).
x Make sure that the oil level is at the FULL mark
shown on the dipstick (see Figure 6).
Check oil level daily, or after every eight (8) hours.
Add Oil
1 Make sure the engine is level.
2 Clean the engine oil fill area of debris.
3 Remove the dipstick from the engine oil fill. Wipe
the dipstick with a clean cloth.
4 Install and tighten the dipstick. Remove and check
the oil level.
5 To add oil, pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill.
Eye Protection
Always wear safety glasses. If you wear eye glasses,
put a Wide Vision Safety Mask over your eye glasses.
Thrown debris can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can cause severe eye damage.
x Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while
you assemble, operate or do maintenance to
the unit.
6 Fill to the FULL mark shown on the dipstick (see
Figure 6). Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
A
Figure 6: Oil Fill
WARNING
B
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