3 Edger-Trimmer Features ...................... 4 Assembly............................................... 5 Attaching the Handle.............................. 5 Installing Throttle Wire............................ 5 Fill Engine With Oil................................. 5 Operating Your Edger- Trimmer ..................................................6 Correct Engine Operation....................... 6 Fuel Specication ................................... 5 Oil Specication...................................... 5 Starting The Engine................................ 6 Engaging Drive Belt................................ 6 Stopping The Engine.............................. 6 Correct Edger-Trimmer Usage.....................................................8 Operation of the Edger-Trimmer........................................8 Maintaining Your Edger-Trimmer ......................................9 Maintenance Check List......................... 9 Engine .................................................... 9 Oil Quality............................................... 9 Oil Level.................................................. 9 Oil Changes............................................ 9 Spark Plug.............................................. 9 Blade Maintenance................................. 9 Blade Changes....................................... 9 Lubrication.............................................. 9 Storage Instructions................................13 Maintenance Notes.................................13-15 Parts Illustration...................................10 Parts List...............................................11 Troubleshooting Chart .........................12 Warranty................................................Back Cover Thissymbolmarksimportantinstructionsrelatingtoyourpersonalsafety. To avoid the possibility of injury, read and follow such instructions carefully. When the manual refers to the left or right side of the edger-trimmer, it means your left and right when standing in the operation position. CAUTION TO AVOID INJUR Y 2 GENERAL SAFETY SUGGESTIONS Recommended by Outdoor Power Equipment Institute DO NOT MODIFY EDGER-TRIMMER Unauthorized modication to the edger-trimmer may impair its function and safety and aect edger-trimmer life. TRAINING 1. Read the Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment. 2. Neverallowchildrentooperateedger-trimmer. 3. Keep area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. 4. Thoroughly train anyone using the edgertrimmer. Makesurealledger-trimeroperators knowthesafety,operating,andmaintenance procedures. PREPARATION 1. Thouroughly inspect the area where edger- trimmer is to be used, and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, and other foreign objects which might be picked up and thrown. 2. Donotoperate edger-trimmer whenbarefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantialfootwear, andpantsorslacksthatcover your legs when operating edger-trimmer. 3. Check fuel before starting engine. Do not ll gasoline tank indoors, when engine is running, or while engine is still hot. Clean o any spilled gasoline before starting engine. 4. Disengage cutterhead drive before starting engine. 5. Donotuseedger-trimmerunlessbladeguard, belt guards, and debris guard are properly in place. 6. Edgeortrimonlyindaylightoringoodarticial light. 7. Neveroperateequipmentinwetgrass.Always be sure of your footing. Keep a rm hold on the handle and walk, never run. OPERATION 1. Start the engine carefully. Keep hands and feet well away from blade. 2. Do not change engine governor setting or overspeed engine. 3. Wear safety glasses when operating edger- trimmer. 4. Keep clear of discharge opening at all times. Neverdirectdischargeofanymaterialtoward bystanders nor allow anyone near machine while it is in operation. 5. Stopbladewhencrossinggraveldrive,walks, or roads. 6. Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stoptheengine andinspectedger-trimmerfordamage.Repair damage before starting engine. 7. Avoid loss of control or tipping on slopes and 8. Ifedger-trimmershouldstarttovibrateabnormally, stoptheengineandcheckforthecause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. 9. Stop the engine whenever you leave the edger-trimmer, and when making repairs or inspections. 10. When repairing or inspecting, make certain blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep wire awayfromplugtopreventaccidentalstarting. 11. Do not run engine indoors. 12. Shut engine o and wait until blade comes to a complete stop before removing grass that may clog blade guard. 13. Watch out for trac when working near roadways. 14. Stayalertforunevensidewalks,holesinterrain, orotherhiddenhazardswhenusingedger-trimmer. Always push slowly over rough ground. 15. Remember, never operate edger-trimmer unless blade guard, belt guards, and debris guard are properly in place. 16. Disengage power to cutterhea...