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General Cleaning and Tightening 

WARNING 

POTENTIAL HAZARD 

• When engine is running,  cutting blade is

rotating and other parts are moving.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN 

• Contact with  rotating  cutting  blade  or

other moving parts  could  cause  serious

personal injury or death.

HOW TO AVOID 1HE HAZARD 

• Always  turn  off your Edger before  you

clean or perform any maintenance on it.

The Maruyama Edger will provide maximum perfor­

mance for many, many hours if it is maintained proper­

ly.  Good maintenance includes regular checking of all 

fasteners for correct tightness, and cleaning the entire 

machine. 

Storage 

For long term storage of the Edger: 

I. Empty  the fuel  tank into a suitable fuel  storage

container.

2. Pump the primer bulb on the carburetor until all

fuel  is discharged through the clear fuel return

hose.

3. Run  the engine  to  remove  any  fuel that  may

remain in the carburetor.

4. Perform all regular maintenance  procedures  and

any needed repairs.

5. 

CAUTION 

POTENTIAL HAZARD 

• Oil may squirt out of the spark plug open-

ing when you pull the starter grip.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN 

• Oil can cause eye injuries.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 

• Protect your  eyes  and  keep  your  face

away from the spark plug opening.

Remove the spark plug and squirt a very  small 

amount of oil into the cy tinder. 

6. Pull the starter gtip once.

7. Slowly pull the starter gtip to bring the piston to

the top of the cylinder (TDC).

8. Reinstall the spark plug.

9. Store the Edger in a dry place away from exces­

sive heat, sparks or open flame.

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Summary of Contents for ED2300

Page 1: ...MARUYAMA Pow er Edger ED2300 ED2610 Owner s Operator s Manual Completely read and understand this manual before using this product ...

Page 2: ...i nal retail delivery aate Emission related parts are the carburetorassembly the Ignition coil assembly ihe Ignition rotor and the spark plug Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durabili ty may be used in non warranty maintenance or repairs and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of vlaruyama Mfg Co Inc This warranty does not cover the followlng i 1 Maintenance items e...

Page 3: ...o 217880 Exchange Add grease to gearcase every 10 hours of use ONG AffCASE Part No 223925 PIN 221771 Multi CutterMC2300 MC2610 MC3210 Page44 MC HT PIN 222224 Power Hedge Trimmer EHT2300D EHT2600D Page 21 PIN 222929 Multi Cutter MC321 Page 7 MC HT PIN 223082 Multi Cutter MC261 Page 25 MC HT PIN 223707 Multi Cutter MC3210 Page 7 MC HT Lubrication Maintenance Interval The gearcase ancf angle cfrive s...

Page 4: ...l system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system and catalytic converter Also included may be hoses belts and connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists Maruyama Manufacturing Company Inc will repair your utili ty lawn garden equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis if the diagnostic work is perf...

Page 5: ...ufacturers to war rant utility lawn garden equipment engines for two years These warranty periods will begin on the date the utility lawn garden equipment engine is purchased by the initial purchaser II any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be replaced by Maruyama Manufacturing Company Inc at no cost to the owner Maruyama Manufacturing Company Inc shall remedy warrant...

Page 6: ...formed or replacements not conforming to Maruyama Manufacturing Company Inc specifications that adversely affect performance and or durability and alter ations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Maruyama Manufacturing Company Inc and b replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required mainte nance at and after the first scheduled replacement poi...

Page 7: ...uyamaparts orotherinformation you may require Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory always know the serial number of your product This number will help theService Dealer or ServiceRepresentative provideexact information about your specific product You willfind the serial number located in a unique place on the product Product Descriptionon page9 For your convenience wr...

Page 8: ...d ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medica tion 6 7 Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can cause death 8 Keep handles clean of oil fuel and dirt Edger Safety 1 Make sure the Edger is assembled correctly and that the Edger blade is correctly installed and securely fastened as instructed in the Assembly section 2 Inspect the Edger befo...

Page 9: ...er or while using the Edger 4 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop filling 1 4 1 2 inch 6 mm 13 mm from the top ofthe tank 5 Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine 6 Move the Edger at least 10 feet 3 m away from the fueling location before starting the engine 10 fee1 3 m Minimum D l D fJ iJ 0 7 Do not remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running or right after stopping the engin...

Page 10: ...Rl f llGS ANO NSlFllJC110NS CNI R5SULTIN SERIOUSII LIUFW I I A WARNING I HURLED OBJECTSCAN CAI ISE fll JUI V ALWAYSWEAA PROTECTIVE CLOll llNG MIDGCGGLESWHEN OPERA TINGTHIS EQUIPMENT SE eOPEM TOR SMANUAL I AwARNING IHlS EQU l MENT PROiltx ESSOUJ ClS l llCHCANOMIAGE l EAAINIJ Q WJi l SUSE HEARINGPROTEC110 Vll lEN OPEAATING THISEQUIPMENT ScE Of EIIATOll S MANUAU r o NOT OPEAAT a WITHIN so FEET FROM O...

Page 11: ... Gearcase 2 Blade Shield 10 V Jheel 3 Shaft Assembly 11 Throttle Trigger and Stop Switch 4 Loop Handle 12 Throttle Cable and Stop Switch Wires 5 Shaft Grip 13 FuefTank 6 Clutch Drum Housing 14 Air Filter 7 Engine 8 Serial Number on rear of engine ...

Page 12: ... handle Screw 4 Rubber Sleeve Bottom Clamp 1 Slip the rubber sleeve around the sliaft approxi mately 9 inches 22 8 cm from the md of the stop switch throttle trigger assembly for an initial han dle position 2 Rotate the rubber sleeve sothe split is 10 one side 3 Place the loop handle and the bottom clamp over the rubber sleeve 4 Install the four screws and nuts Lea ve the screws finger tight 5 Rep...

Page 13: ...ter Screw Slotted Fitting 1 With the air cleaner cover removed insert the throttle cable through the cable adjuster sleeve on the carburetor bracket Make sure the end of the cable housing is seatedpositivelyin the sleeve 2 Position the slotted fitting on the carburetor so the recessed hole for the cable lug is away from the cable adjuster sleeve 3 Rotate the carburetor throttle cam clockwise and s...

Page 14: ...nstall the flat washer and knob onto_the shield srud Installing Edger Blade A CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD If the Edger blade is not adequately tightened it can come Io ose from the Edger during use WHAT CAN HAPPEN This may cause damage tc properfy or personal injury HOWTO AVOID THE HAZARD Make sure the Edger bla is securely fastened to the splined shaft in the gearcase Edger Blade Splined Shaft Boss ...

Page 15: ... container and keep it out ofthe reach of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline 1 Do not smoke near fuel 2 Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames 3 Always shut off the engine before refueling Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running orjust right after stopping the engine 13 4 Always open the fuel tank cap slowly to release any possib...

Page 16: ...OL CONTAINING MORE THAN 10 ETHANOL PRE MIUM GASOLINE OR WHITE GAS BECAUSE ENGINE FUEL SYS TEM DAMAGE COULD RESUI T DO NOT USE FUEL ADDITIVES OTHER THAN THOSE MANUFACTURED FOR FUEL STABILIZATION DURING STORAGE SUCH AS MARUYAMA S STABILIZER CONDITIONER OR A SIMILAR PRODUCT MARUYAMA S STABILIZER CONDITION ER IS A PETROLEUM DISTILLATE BASED CONDITIONER STABILIZER MARUYAMA DOES NOT RECOMMEND STABILIZER...

Page 17: ...ng the Edger fuel tank clean around the fuel tank cap to_ preveut dirt and debris from entering the tank during cap removal 7 Always shake the premix fuel contaioer momen tarily before filling the fuel tank 8 Always use a spout or funnel when fueling to reduce fuel spillage 9 Fill the tank only to within l 4 1 2inch 6 mm 13 mm from the top of the tank Avoid filling to the top ofthe tank filler nec...

Page 18: ... then pull the starter grip until the engine starts Hot Restart To start an engine that is already warmed up hot restart or if the ambient temperature exceeds 68 F 20 C 1 Pump the primer bulb at the bottom of the carbu retor until fuel can be seen flowiog through the fuel return lioe to the fuel tank 2 Set the engine stop switch to the ON position pull the starter grip until the engine starts 3 If...

Page 19: ...gagement speed The Edger blade rnust not rotate and the engine should not stall stop running at engine idle speed To adjust the engine idle speed rotate the idle speed adjustment screw on the carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment Screw Turn the idle speed screw in clockwise to increase the engine idle speed Tum the screw out counterclockwise to decrease the engine idle speed If idle speed adjustment is...

Page 20: ...ly distributed between the arms 6 Adjust the Edger to the correct cutting depth before you start the engine Refer to Setting Depth ofCut on page 19 Make sure the shield is adjusted to shield the operator from thrown debris Increase the Depth of Cut Wheel 7 Make sure the hlade is rotating at least falf throt tle before inserting the blade into the cut The Edgerperforms best at full throttle 8 Alway...

Page 21: ...d parts may impair the effectiveness of the emission control system and may have a bearing on the outcome of a warranty claim Air Filter Maintenance Interval The air filter should be cleaned daily or more often when working in extremely dusty condi tions Replace after every 100 hours of operation Air Filter Cleaning 1 Loosen the knob _andremove the air filter cover 2 Remove the foam element and fi...

Page 22: ...ilterback into the fuel tank 7 Make sure that the fuel filter is not stuck in a cor ner of the tank and that the fuel hose is not dou bled over kinked before refueling Spark Plug Maintenance Interval The spark plug should be removed from the engine and checked after each 25 hours of opera tion Replace the spark plug after every 100 hours of operation Spark Plug Maintenance 1 Twist the hlgh tension...

Page 23: ...rom the cooling fins and from around the cylinderbase 4 Reinstall the cylinder and air cleaner covers Spark Arrester A WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Muffler surface becomes hot when Edger is in operation and remains hot for some time after fue engine is shut off WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact wifu hot muffler surfaces could cause a burn HOW TO AVOID TIIE HAZARD Make sure the muffler is cool before inspecting ...

Page 24: ...e the two socket head screws holding the spark arrester assembly to the muffler and remove the tail gasket and spark arrester 4 Remove the three socket head screws holding the muffler cover to the muffler body and remove the muffler cover 5 Clean the muffler body and cover with a safety solvent and a stiffbrush IMPORTANT Be careful not to allow any dirt or debris to fall into the exhaust ports as ...

Page 25: ...ng lube 4 Reinstall the flexible drive shaft into the drive shaft tube Twist the flexible drive shaft as you insert it into the to ensure that it seats into the clutch drum 5 Reinstall the gearcase onto the drive shaft tube then tighten the two Phillips hex head screws Gearcase Maintenance Maintenance Interval The gearcase should be checked for lubrication after each 30 hours of use Gearcase Lubri...

Page 26: ...el tank into a suitable fuel storage container 2 Pump the primer bulb on the carburetor until all fuel is discharged through the clear fuel return hose 3 Run the engine to remove any fuel that may remain in the carburetor 4 Perform all regular maintenance procedures and any needed repairs 5 A CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD Oil may squirt out ofthe spark plug open ingwhen you pull the starter grip WHAT C...

Page 27: ... Stalls When Thro1tle wire has come loose lighten throttle wire Cutting Dirty air filter Clean or replace air filter Iffurther assistance is required contact yourlocal authorized Maruyama service dealer Specifications ED2300 ED2610 Weight 14 1 lbs 6 4 kg 15 1 lbs 6 8 kg Engine Displacement 22 5 cc 25 4 cc Anti Vibration Grip Shaft Curved full support Blade Type 8 spring steel Carburetor Walbro Dia...

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