OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EDGING
As you become familiar with your edger, you will be able to determine your own operating pace. Conditions such as depth of cut and material being cut will regulate the speed and time required for your edging job.
SAllow the engine to warm up for one minute before you begin edging.
SIncrease the engine speed before placing the blade in the cut. For best operation, run
the engine at full throttle while cutting.
SKeep your edging path straight by aligning the blade guide rib on the rear of the blade guard with the edge of the sidewalk. Keep all wheels flat on the walkway.
Blade
Guide Rib
SAlways work going away from people and
solid objects such as walls, large stones, trees, automobiles, etc.
SBe careful when edging near trees or valu- able plants. The high speed metal blade may cut roots and cause damage to the
plants.
S If the blade stalls, immediately move the unit rearward slightly to allow the blade to restart. If the blade continues to stall, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and inspect for blockage or damage.
SAlways keep the blade area clean. Stop the engine, make sure the blade has complete- ly stopped turning, and disconnect the spark plug before cleaning.
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.
1.Remove the two mounting screws which hold the skid to the support arm.
2.Rotate the skid 180 degrees.
3.Reinstall the mounting screws.
EDGING TIPS
SInspect unit before each use.
SInspect 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 the ground.
S Always work going away from others.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec- ommended maintenance described in the instruction manual performed by an authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized service dealer performs work on the product, WEED EATER may not pay for repairs under warranty. It is your re- sponsibility to maintain and perform general maintenance.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Various adjust- ments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.
SOnce each year, replace the spark plug, re- place air filter element and check blade for wear. A new spark plug and a clean/new air filter element assures proper air/fuel mix- ture and helps your engine run better and last longer.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
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