Landscaping/Trenching
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: DO NOT use the edger with any type of accessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.
MAINTENANCE
When cleaning, DO NOT immerse tool in water or squirt it with a hose. IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, should be performed by qualified service organizations. Use only identical replacement parts. Inspect and thoroughly clean your edger at the beginning of each edging season for longer life and better performance.
The cutting blades are made from high quality, hardened steel and with normal use, they will not require resharpening. However, if you accidentally hit a wire fence, stones, glass or other hard objects, you may put a nick in the blade. There is no need to remove this nick as long as it does not interfere with the movement of the blade. If it does interfere, unplug unit and use a fine toothed file or sharpening stone to remove the nick.
If you drop the edger, carefully inspect it for damage. If the blade is bent, housing cracked, or handles broken or if you see any other condition that may affect the edger’s operation, contact your local Sears Service Center for repairs before putting it back into use.
Cleaning
With the unit unplugged, use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
Storage
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.
CAUTION: DO NOT HANG EDGER ON THE SWITCH TRIGGER OR POWER CORD!
Note: Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can cause rapid corrosion.
Preventing Corrosion
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents that greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you use the tool in areas where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the tool should be cleaned immediately afterwards. Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.
Wipe all exposed parts with a damp cloth. You may lubricate only metal parts with a light petroleum based oil.
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