SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the depth adjusting skid when the engine is running. Always release the throttle trigger, wait until the blade stops turning, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, and dis- connect spark plug before making adjust- ments. Your edger is equipped with several edging depths. The depth used will depend on your personal edging preference and the condition of the area where the edging opera- tion is to be done.
NOTE: If the area to be edged has never been cut or several weeks have passed since the last cut, the first edging should be done at no more than half depth.
To set the depth:
S Move the depth control lever forward for shallower edging.
SMove the depth control lever backward for deeper edging.
Depth Control Lever
Depth
Adjusting
Skid
Support Arm
When edging, the trigger handle must be raised until the skid rests on the ground. The trigger handle must be held in the raised posi- tion during the entire edging operation to maintain a consistent edging depth.
DEPTH ADJUSTING SKID
The surface of the depth adjusting skid will wear over a period of time. This part is revers- ible to provide a second wear surface.
S Remove the two mounting screws which hold the skid to the support arm.
SRotate the skid 180 degrees.
S | Reinstall the mounting screws. |
EDGING TIPS | |
S | Inspect unit before each use. |
S | Inspect the area to be cut before each use. |
S | Keep unit in front of your body. |
S | Cut at full throttle. |
S | Keep the wheels and skid in contact with |
IGNITION TIMING
Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug yearly using a Cham- pion
BLADE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: The blade will continue to spin after the engine stops or after the throttle trigger has been released. Make sure the blade has stopped coasting and disconnect the spark plug before performing work on the blade.
Always replace a blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Never attempt to straighten and reuse a damaged blade. Use only specified replace- ment blade.
S The blade is reversible. When the cutting edge on one side becomes worn, turn the blade over.
SCheck blade for flatness periodically. Lay the blade on a flat surface to inspect for flat- ness. Throw away a blade that is not flat.
BLADE REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury.
Blade
STo remove the blade, insert a screwdriver into the hole in the gearbox; then, remove the nut (clockwise), washer and blade from the blade shaft.
the ground. |
S Always work going away from others. |
We recommend all service and adjustments not listed in this manual be performed by an
Hole
Flat sides
Nut
Washer
authorized authorized service dealer.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps. Damage will occur if you turn the needles be- yond the limiter caps. Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task. We recommend that you take your unit to an authorized authorized service dealer.
SAlign the flat area of the blade opening with the flat side of the shaft. Place the new blade on the shaft.
SInstall the washer and nut; turn nut counter- clockwise on the blade shaft.
SBind blade by inserting a screwdriver in to the hole in the gearbox; then, firmly tighten nut with a wrench.
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