Page 2 - WARNING; This manual covers the operating instructions
FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. * Keep all safety shields in place.* Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and remove the spark plug wire.* If a mechanism becomes clogged, stop the engine before cleaning.* Keep hands, feet and clothin...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1 Safety and Operating Instructions ........................................................................... 1-3 Setup & Operation ............................
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; Read This Operator's Manual
1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared to provide theinformation you need to correctly assemble, operate,and maintain this edger. Read it carefully and keep itfor future reference. The replacement of any part on this product by otherthan the manufacturer's authorized replacement partmay advers...
Page 5 - SAFETY AND OPERATING; Check The Edger Before Use; Projectile Path
2 SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) n n n n n Dress Properly, cont. 3. Sturdy gloves and safety footwear are recommended. n n n n n Check The Edger Before Use 1. Never operate the edger unless guards and other protective devices are in place. 2. Before you use the edger, make sure all nuts,...
Page 6 - Keep Hands And Feet From Blade; The rotating blade is sharp and can severely cut; Figure 2, Protect Hands And Feet
3 P R O P E R L Y P R O P E R L Y P R O P E R L Y P R O P E R L Y P R O P E R L Y S E R V I C E S E R V I C E S E R V I C E S E R V I C E S E R V I C E E N G I N E E N G I N E E N G I N E E N G I N E E N G I N E W I T H W I T H W I T H W I T H W I T H OIL OIL OIL OIL OILA N D A N D A N D A N D A N D...
Page 7 - Protect Operators
4 SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) n n n n n Protect Operators 1. Keep a safe distance between two or more operators when working with a cutting crew atthe same site. SETUP & OPERATION n n n n n Assembly 1. Install the upper handle assembly with hardware as shown in Figure 3 using (4) ...
Page 8 - Keep body parts away from the blade. Before; Pull the operator presence safety levers up to
5 SETUP & OPPERATION (CONT'D) n n n n n Operating Instructions Figure 5 is a general view of the edger. Note: The right or left side of the edger refers tothe view from the normal operating position,behind the handles. n n n n n Before Operation 1. Check the engine oil level as detailed in the e...
Page 9 - MAINTENANCE; To prevent injury from rotating parts turn the; Changing Engine Oil
6 4. Remove the oil drain plug and drain the oil into an appropriate container. 5. After the oil is drained, replace the drain plug and refill the crankcase to the level specified inthe engine owner's manual. 6. Replace the oil cap. 7. Dispose of the used oil properly. n n n n n Changing The Belt 1....
Page 10 - Belt Tension; Remove the cotter pin from the lower control rod; Figure 9, Belt Tension; The blade is sharp! Wear gloves when; Note: Blades must be balanced before installation; Figure 10, Blade Replacement
7 MAINTENANCE (CONT'D) n n n n n Belt Tension Always adjust the belt tension after changing thebelt. New belts may stretch. Excess tension on thebelt will make holding the clutch difficult and causethe belts to wear. To adjust belt tension (See Figure 9): 1. Remove the cotter pin from the lower cont...
Page 14 - Description
1 1 1 481886 Engine, 3.5 HP. Briggs & Stratton 2 04001-12 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1.75" 3 04030-03 Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring 4 04021-10 Locknut, 5/16-18 Hex Elastic Stop 5 04063-05 Key, 3/16 x 3/16 x 1.50" 6 48451 Pulley, 2.50 Dia. - .75 Bore Engine 7 45291 Engine Adapter Bracket 8 4...
Page 16 - PRINTED IN USA
PART NO. 03070 PRINTED 12/98 PRINTED IN USA © 1998SCAG POWER EQUIPMENTDIVISION OF METALCRAFT OF MAYVILLE, INC