Trimming
Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the notch furthest to the left will put the spindle assembly at a proper angle for trimming with the edger as illustrated in Figure 13.
IMPORTANT: When the spindle assembly is rotated
Figure 13
Curb Wheel Adjustment
The right, rear wheel of the edger can be lowered into one of five positions to ease the task of edging along a curb.
To adjust the height of the curb wheel, proceed as follows:
•Perform the Front Wheel Adjustment for curb wheel operation as instructed earlier in this section.
•Lower the right, rear wheel by moving the curb height adjustment lever slightly to the left.
•Place the right, rear wheel into an applicable position in relation to the height of the curb to be edged along.
•Release the curb height adjustment lever to lock the wheel in position. See Figure 14.
Figure 14
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING & SERVICING THE EDGER
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any adjustment, repairs or maintenance. Refer to Figure 2.
Lubrication
Engine
Refer to the Service, Storage & Specifications section of the Briggs & Stratton Owner/Operator Manual packed with the edger for all
Wheels & Front Axle
Lubricate the wheels and front axle at least once a season with a light oil. Also if the wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
Pivot Points
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade angle adjustment lever, blade clutch/depth control lever and curb height adjustment lever with light oil at least once a season.
Cutting Head Bearings
The two ball bearings in the blade spindle housing are lubricated and sealed at the factory and require no lubrication.
Spindle Shaft
Lubricate the two shoulder spacers and the entire area surrounding the compression spring on the edger’s spindle shaft with light oil (NOT
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