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APPLICATIONS
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Edging along paths, driveways, rockeries, etc.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Handle
Straight Metal Shaft
Throttle
On/Off Switch
Bail Lock
Lever
Bail
Starter Rope Grip
Depth Adjustment Lever
Edger Blade
Blade Shield
Wheel
Wheel
Spark Plug
Air Filter Cover
Choke Lever
Bail Lock
Muffler
Oil Plug
Gas Tank
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. Check the oil before
each use and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, can cause
premature engine wear and failure. Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American Petroleum
Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE
NOTE:
This unit is shipped without oil. In order to avoid damage
to the unit, put oil in the crankcase before you attempt to
start the unit.
Your unit is supplied with one 3.04 fluid oz. (90 ml.) bottle of SAE
30 SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 7).
NOTE:
Save the empty oil bottle. It can be used to measure the
correct amount during future oil changes. See Changing
the Oil.
1.
Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the paper seal
covering the opening. Replace the top. Next, cut the tip off
the funnel spout (Fig. 7).
2.
Tip unit so that the back of the engine is facing up in a vertical
position.
3.
Remove the oil fill plug from the crankcase (Fig. 8).
4.
Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 9).
NOTE:
Never add oil to the gas or gas tank.
5.
Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall the oil fill
plug.
Check oil before each use and change as needed. Refer to
Checking the Oil Level.
RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Old gasoline is the primary reason for improper unit performance.
Be sure to use fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.
NOTE:
This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid damage to
the unit, do not mix oil with the gasoline.
Definition of Blended Fuels
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such
as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended fuel
absorbs water. As little as 1% water in the fuel can form acids
when stored. Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days old), when using
alcohol-blended fuel.
Using Blended Fuels
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable,
follow recommended precautions:
•
Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
•
Use a gas stabilizer fuel additive
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Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit
Using Fuel Additives
The use of a gas stabilizer will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel
additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8
oz. (23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container. NEVER add
fuel additives directly to the unit's gas tank.
FUELING THE UNIT
1.
Remove the gas cap.
2.
Place the gas container’s spout into the fill hole on the fuel
tank (Fig. 10) and fill the tank.
NOTE:
Fill or add gas to the tank only when the edger is in the
horizontal position.
NOTE:
Do not overfill the tank.
3.
Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
4.
Reinstall the gas cap.
5.
Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source
and site before starting the engine.
NOTE:
Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal,
State and Local regulations.
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
WARNING:
OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY. Check and maintain the proper oil level in the crank case; it is important and
cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil before each use and change it as needed. See
Changing the Oil
.
Fig. 7
Funnel
Spout
O-Ring
Fig. 9
Oil Fill Plug
Oil Fill
Hole
Fig. 8
WARNING:
Add gasoline in a clean, well ventilated outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled
gasoline immediately. Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the
engine until gasoline vapors dissipate.
WARNING:
Remove gas cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray. Never operate the
unit without the gas cap securely in place.
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited vapors may explode. Always
stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the gas tank. Do not smoke while filling
the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.
Gas Cap
Gas Can Spout
Fig. 10
Gas Tank
Unleaded
Gas
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
1.
Remove the nuts and bolts from the middle handle only, but
not the eyehook.
NOTE: DO NOT
remove the bolt and nut in the upper handle.
2.
Place the flared end of the middle handle over the lower
handle and align the holes (Fig. 1). Making sure the “
TO
START
” label is facing up.
3.
Insert two of the bolts previously removed in
step 1
into these holes
and thread the lock-nuts onto them until hand tight.
4.
Using a 3/8” wrench to hold the bolts, tighten the lock-nuts with
a 7/16” wrench until firm.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
5.
Place the flared end of the upper handle onto the end of the
middle handle making sure to align the holes. (Fig. 2)
6.
Insert two of the bolts previously removed in
step 1
into these holes
and thread the lock-nuts onto them until hand tight.
7.
Repeat
step 4
for tightening of this bolt.
8.
Extend the switch/ throttle assembly and wires toward the top
of the handle.
9.
Align the switch/ throttle control assembly post with the hole
that can be found on the side of the upper handle, (Fig. 3).
10. Firmly push the switch/ throttle assembly onto the upper
handle, making sure that the post slightly protrudes through
the hole on the opposite side.
11. Remove the nut and bolt from the throttle control (Fig. 4).
12. Align the throttle control with the hole on the right side of the
handle.
13. Insert the nut thru both holes and thread the lock-nuts onto it until
hand tight. (Fig. 4).
14. Repeat
step 4
for tightening of this bolt.
15. Cut the Zip tie holding the bail to the handle (Fig. 5).
16. Insert the Z-Hook into the hole on the right side of the bail to
secure the clutch cable to the bail (Fig. 5).
NOTE:
Make sure that the bail wire is on top of the upper handle
and not installed under it.
17. Pull out the starter rope and run it thru the eye hook (Fig. 6).
18. Tighten the nut onto the eye hook using a 7/16” wrench to
tighten.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
.
19. Using the zip ties found in the hardware bag, secure the
handle cables to the lower and middle handle between the eye
hook and the motor housing.
Fig. 4
Bolt
Nut
Throttle Control
WARNING:
DO NOT
run any control wires
though the eye hook. As this may prevent certain
safety features from working properly.
Fig. 1
Lock-Nut
Bolts
Lower
Handle
Middle
Handle
Fig. 2
Upper
Handle
Middle
Handle
Lock-Nut
Bolts
Fig. 3
Post
Switch/
Throttle
Assembly
Upper
Handle
Fig. 6
Eye Hook
Starter
Rope
Lock-Nut
Starter Rope Handle
Fig. 5
Bail
Z-Hook
Zip Tie
