Instruction Manual HEAVY DUTY LANDSCAPE EDGER Models 900.79654 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. • • • • • Safety Operation Maintenance Parts List Español Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com/craftsman Form No. 244105-00 SEPT. ‘02 Printed in U.S.A.
EDGER DIAGRAM Trigger Cord Retainer Height Adjustment Guard Edge Guide Blade SEARS WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN HEAVY DUTY LANDSCAPE EDGER If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to your nearest Sears store or Craftsman outlet to have it replaced free of charge. This warranty applies only while this landscape edger is used in the United States.
• WEAR SAFETY GLASSES or other eye protection. Also use face or dustmask if operation is dusty. • GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the landscape edger. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. • USE RIGHT APPLIANCE - Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
SAFETY WARNINGS DOUBLE INSULATION large and small blade slot widths. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, obtain a suitable extension cord. If the extension cord does not fit fully into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the tool plug or extension cord in any way.
ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE Assemble Handle Tubes (Figure 2 & 3) 2 1. Remove knob and curved head bolt from lower handle tube mounting holes. 2. Slide upper handle tube down into lower handle tube so that holes will line up (Figure 3). 3. NOTE: Ensure the wire cable moves smoothly down into the lower handle tube while assembling. 4. Fasten handle tubes together with the knob and curved head bolt.
Blade Guard (Figure 6A & 6B) 6A Wait for blade to come to complete stop! UNPLUG TOOL! The guard swings open for cleaning inside of blade housing or for changing blades. To open guard turn the guard release knob clockwise (facing blade guard side of tool) until it stops (a turn of about 90˚) fig. 6A detail; pull the knob to open the door (fig. 6B). When closing the guard turn the knob clockwise 90˚ (fig. 6A detail) and push the door completely closed. The knob should automatically lock the door.
To Attach New Blade: grass side. This will require lifting up the edge guide and may require reducing the depth of cut. For the first edging each season, it is best to move forward slowly because grass is thickest then. On subsequent edgings you should be able to move forward more rapidly. If the tool slows down, back it up an inch or two until the blade comes up to normal speed. During edging some sparks may be generated from hitting stones. This is normal.
Landscaping/Trenching Storage WARNING: Before Landscaping or Trenching, inspect and ensure there are no objects that may create a hazard or interfere with operating the edger. Do not overload. If tool slows, pull back slightly and wait until blade comes up to normal speed. WARNING! Be sure the tool is unplugged. Remove and clean any debris from the outside of the edger and inside of guard before storage. See Cleaning.
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