Section
2
Assembly
WARNING
To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and operating instructions in this manual.
INTRODUCTION
Read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or op- erate your new equipment.
The Border/Edger Attachment (H, Figure
5)does not need to be installed until you are ready to do edging projects (refer to instructions in this Section).
IMPORTANT: The correct mixture of un- leaded automotive gasoline and
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1.Inspect your machine immediately. If you find or suspect damage to the carton or contents, contact your local authorized dealer or the Factory for assistance.
2.Remove any packing material. Check for small parts before discarding the packing material. Loose parts include the following:
(1)Bottle of
(1)Wheel (for edging)
(1)Edger Tine
(2)*Long Bushings
(1)*Short Bushing
*Packed in a separate plastic bag.
3.Perform the assembly on a clean, level surface. Be careful not to severely bend any of the control cables on the unit.
4.Before starting any assembly steps, disconnect the engine spark plug wire from the spark plug.
ASSEMBLY STEPS
STEP 1: Unfold and
Adjust Handlebars
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to pinch any wires or cables while unfolding and ad- justing the handlebars.
1.Loosen the two handlebar knobs (A, Figure 1) and unfold the handlebars into the operating position. Do not use force
— if there is binding, continue to loosen the knobs.
| B |
| C |
A | C |
| A |
| C |
Figure 1: Loosen handlebar knobs and unfold handlebars. Slide plastic ties to the locations shown.
2.There are two height settings holes in the upper handlebar. The unit is shipped with the handlebar knobs in the lowest height setting holes. If this height is cor- rect for you, simply tighten the two han- dlebar knobs. If a higher setting is de- sired, reposition the handlebar knobs, mounting screws and washers in the other set of holes.
3.Check the locations of the three plastic ties (C, Figure 1). The ties must be posi- tioned as shown.
NOTE: There is just one handlebar storage position – folded over the engine as origi- nally shipped.
STEP 2: Inspect
and Tighten Hardware
Check all nuts, bolts and screws on your unit and tighten as needed. NOTE: Use a 7/16" socket with an extension to check hardware at ends of handlebar.
Tools Needed to Check for Loose Hardware:
•Adjustable wrench
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•7/16" socket and extension
IMPORTANT: Do not tighten engine gov- ernor screw (D, Figure 2). It is factory- adjusted for proper engine operation.
DANGER
•Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. Keep gaso- line away from possible ignition sources.
•Do not smoke while mixing the gaso- line and
•Never fill fuel tank when engine is run- ning or hot.
Failure to follow these precautions could result in the fuel igniting, causing per- sonal injury or property damage.
STEP 3: Add a Mixture of Gasoline and
IMPORTANT: Read the separate Engine Owner’s Manual before starting the engine.
1.Use clean, high quality
2.Use fresh, clean, unleaded regular, unleaded premium or reformulated au- tomotive gasoline only. DO NOT USE LEADED GASOLINE.
NOTE: Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol). Fuel containing up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) may be used, but requires special care when the engine is not used for extended periods. See “STORAGE” instructions in Engine Owner’s Manual for additional in- formation.
3.The fuel/oil mix ratio is 24:1 with the use of a NMMA classified oil. For new engines, use twice the normal oil quantity for the first gallon of fuel. NOTE: Due to differences in fuel and oil availability worldwide, Tecumseh recommends a 16:1 mix ratio if NMMA oil is not available.
D
Figure 2: Do not adjust or tighten the engine governor screw.
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