These are available at your Black & Decker Dealer. We recommend No. 16 AWG wire size for length up to 100 feet, and No. 14 AWG or larger wire size for longer lengths. Always inspect your extension cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. DO NOT use a damaged cord with your, mower . ASSEMBLY 1, Open carton and remove cardboard fillers and plastic hardware bag(s) (contents shown in Figure 1). FIGURE 1 ■ Note: 680551-01 Wheels (4) not in bag. E 2. Without removing mower from c

Some adjustments must be made periodically to properly maintain your Edger. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual must be checked at least once each season. ENGINE MAINTENANCE Use the following maintenance section to keep your unit in good operating condition. All the maintenance information for the engine is in the “Engine Instruction Book”. Before you start the engine, read this book. LUBRICATION 1. After each 25 hours, apply a small amount of engine oil to all

43 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: FORMNO.769-04706B WarrantyStatement Page2 .................................. SafeOperationPracticesPages3-6 .......................... SlopeGuide.............................................. Page7 SafetyLabels............................................ Page9 Assembly.............................

247.28672 16 3 17 42 Engine Accessories B IViodel No. 247.28672 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 683-04549-0637 710-0227 710-04683 710-0599 710-1314A 712-0271 783-06378A 721-0460 725-0157 726-0205 728-04000 751-3141-14 751-0564B 751-10349 751-10353 951-10517A 751-10542A MulfflerShieldAssembly Screw,IndentedWasher,#8-18:0.500 TaptiteScrew,IndentedWasher,3/8-16:1.000 TaptiteScrew,IndentedWasher,1/4-20:0.500 SocketHeadScrew,5/16-18:.750 SeresNut, 1/4-20 HeatShield ExhaustGasket CableTie,3/16

2-4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ............................................. 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ t O Maintenance .................................... 10-13 Product Specifications.......................... 11 Service and Adjustments................. 13-14 Storage ............................................ 14-15 Troubleshooting .............................. 15-16 Repair Parts .......................................... 32 P

Cleaning Battery Cleanthe batteryby removingit fromthe tractorandwashingwith a bakingsodaandwatersolution.Ifnecessary,scrapethe battery terminalswitha wirebrushto removedeposits.Coatterminalsand exposedwiringwithgreaseor petroleumjellyto preventcorrosion. Battery Failures Somecommoncausesfor batteryfailureare: incorrectinitialactivation Overcharging Freezing Undercharging Corrodedconnections Thesefailuresare NOTcoveredbyyourtractor'swarranty. 21 CLEANING THE ENGINE AND DECK Anyfueloroil spilledo

TOWING • Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. • Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. • Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. V. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or

ASSEMBLY _WARNING: If received as sembled, repeat all steps to ensure _/aOUrunit is properly assembled and all steners are secure. • A hex wrench (provided) is required for assembly, HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY DANGER: RISK OF CUT, To avoid serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown on the upper shaft of the pew erheed to provide a barrier between operator and the spinning blade. Attach handlebar mounting bracket above arrow on safety warning decal on the upper shaft

917,385141 ®® ,, Espar_ol, p. 18 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: 385141-es-412842_r0indd 1 4_ 2/23/2007 10:58:12AM ® . Warranty ................................................... 2 Maintenance ...................................... 11-13 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Service and Adjustments ........................ 14 Prod

See Figure 14. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season. Refer to engine parts list for correct spark plug type. NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and washing with a commercial solvent. Figure 14 Muffler WARNING: Do not operate the lawn mower without a muffler, or tamper with the exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150o