Page 3 - Table of Contents
Features Operation Maintenance Trouble shooting Specifications W arranties Safety Assembly 1 Table of Contents Safety 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Symbols And Warnings 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - Safety; Symbols And Warnings; DANGER; CAUTION; SYMBOLS ASSOCIATED
Safety 2 www.usa.husqvarna.com Safety Symbols And Warnings The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity ...
Page 5 - Gasoline and its vapors are; Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.; Engines give off carbon monoxide, an; WARNING; Start and run engine outdoors.; Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback); WARNING
Safety 3 GB Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. When Adding Fuel • Stop the engine. Let engine cool at least 2minutes before removing the gas cap. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilatedarea. • Do not overfill fuel ...
Page 6 - Before performing adjustments or repairs:
Safety 4 www.usa.husqvarna.com Rotating parts can contact or entangle hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories.Traumatic amputation or severe laceration can result. WARNING • Operate equipment with guards in place. • Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. • Tie up long hair and remove jewe...
Page 7 - Operator Safety Rules
Safety 5 GB Operator Safety Rules Before Use • Read the owner’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of theEdger. Know how to stop the Edger and disengagethe controls quickly. • Do not operate the Edger without wearingadequate outer garments. Wear footwear th...
Page 8 - Repair / Adjustments Safety; After striking a foreign object, stop the engine.
Safety 6 www.usa.husqvarna.com Repair / Adjustments Safety • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove the wire from the spark plug, and keep thewire away from the plug to prevent accidentalstarting. Thoroughly inspect the Edger for any damage, and repair the damage before restartinga...
Page 9 - Assembly; Parts Packed Separately In Carton; NOTE: Some models will not use every fastener shown on this page.; Figure 1: Parts Bag Contents
Assembly 7 GB Assembly Parts Packed Separately In Carton 1 − Owner’s Manual (not shown) 1 − Container Of Oil 1 − Upper Handle 1 − Lower Handle 1 − Handle Panel 4 − Wheels 1 − Hardware Parts Bag 1 − Container of Oil 1 − Control Rod The fasteners are shown at full size. The quantities are shown in bra...
Page 10 - Thrown debris can result in foreign; Removal From The Carton; Figure 2: Product Completely Assembled
Assembly 8 www.usa.husqvarna.com Thrown debris can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. WARNING • Always wear safety glasses or eye shields whileyou assemble, operate or do maintenance tothe unit. Figure 2 shows the product completely assembled.Ref...
Page 11 - How To Assemble The Handle; For ease of assembly, attach the lower handle before
Assembly 9 GB How To Assemble The Handle For ease of assembly, attach the lower handle before mounting the wheels.1 Mount the lower handle (A) to the inside of the edger frame (B). Fasten the lower handle with thefasteners (C, D) shown in Figure 3. As you tightenthe fasteners, pull back on the lower...
Page 12 - NOTE: If it is difficult to move the clutch lever; Figure 7: Handle Assembly; Figure 8: Quill Support Arm; Assembly Checklist
Assembly 10 www.usa.husqvarna.com 5 Assemble the upper handle (T) and the handle panel (U) to the lower handle (V) with thefasteners (W, X) shown in Figure 7. Make sure thelocknuts (X) are on the inside of the lower handle. 6 Slide one end of the clutch rod (Y) from left to right through the hole in...
Page 13 - Features
Features 11 GB Features Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates, you will get the best performance. As you read this manual, compare the illustrations to the unit. Learn the location and the function of the controls. To help prevent an accident, follow the operating i...
Page 14 - Operation; Before Starting The Engine; Eye Protection; Oil Capacity
Operation 12 www.usa.husqvarna.com Operation Before Starting The Engine This engine was shipped from the factory without oil. If you start the engine without oil, the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty. CAUTION Eye Protection Always wear safety glasses. If yo...
Page 15 - Gasoline Requirements; Type of gasoline to use; Always; Gasoline Storage
Operation 13 GB Gasoline Requirements All gasoline is not the same. If a starting or performance problem is encountered after new gasoline has been used, try another service station or change brands. This engine is designed to operate on gasoline. The emission control system for this engine is EM (E...
Page 16 - How To Start The Engine; Rotating parts and belts can contact; Figure 12: Engine Controls
Operation 14 www.usa.husqvarna.com How To Start The Engine Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death. • Start and run engine outdoors. • Do not start or run engine in enclosed area,even if doors or windows are o...
Page 17 - Rapid retraction of starter cord
Operation 15 GB 4 Hold the recoil starter handle (D) firmly with your right hand (see Figure 13). 5 Hold the edger handle firmly with your left hand. 6 Slowly pull the starter rope handle until resistance is felt, then pull quickly. DO NOT allow the starterrope to snap back. Let the rope slowly rewi...
Page 18 - How To Stop; Emergency Stopping; Rotating parts can contact or entangle; How To Use The Throttle Control; throttle control; Figure 14: Engine Controls
Operation 16 www.usa.husqvarna.com How To Stop Emergency Stopping To immediately stop the engine and the blade, move the throttle control (A), located on the engine, to the stop position (see Figure 14.To immediately stop only the blade, pull the clutch /depth control lever (B) all the way back to r...
Page 19 - How To Use The Clutch / Depth Control Lever; Thrown debris can cause severe
Operation 17 GB How To Use The Clutch / Depth Control Lever • Keep a safe distance from rotating blade during operation. Thrown debris can cause severe laceration. WARNING The clutch / depth control lever has two blade functions, a clutch and a depth control. When the lever is moved forward, the clu...
Page 20 - How To Use The Index Lever; Figure 17: Front Wheel Knob
Operation 18 www.usa.husqvarna.com How To Use The Index Lever 1 Stop the engine. Do not change the position of the index lever while the engine is running. 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 3 Loosen the front wheel knob (A) shown in Figure 17. Slide the front wheel (B) all the wa...
Page 21 - How To Operate The Edger; Operation Of Edger
Operation 19 GB How To Operate The Edger The edger is designed to cut a small trench along sidewalks and driveways or to trim close to trees, flower beds, lampposts, etc. The main reason for edging is to enhance the overall appeal of the yard. A cleanly − edged yard gives a nice, overall finished lo...
Page 23 - Edging Tips; Edging is best performed when conditions are dry.; Operate equipment with guards in place.
Operation 21 GB Edging Tips • Edging is best performed when conditions are dry. If the soil is too wet, dirt becomes packed aroundthe blade causing premature belt wear anddecreased performance. • If dirt does become packed around the blade, stopthe engine and remove the wire from the sparkplug. Remo...
Page 24 - Maintenance; Maintenance Chart; Use only original equipment replacement parts.
Maintenance 22 www.usa.husqvarna.com Maintenance Maintenance Chart PROCEDURE Before Each Use First 5 to 8 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Before Storage E D G E R Lubricate All Pivot Points √ √ Lubricate Wheel Axles √ √ Drive Belt, Check √ √ Tighten All Fasteners √ √ Check Blade ...
Page 25 - How To Remove The Belt; becomes worn or breaks, replace the belt with an
Maintenance 23 GB How To Remove The Belt The belt (A) is made of a special compound. If the belt becomes worn or breaks, replace the belt with an original equipment belt. 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2 Pull the clutch / depth control lever (B) back to release the tension fro...
Page 26 - How To Replace The Blade; The blade is subject to wear and damage, such as; NOTE: To remove or tighten the blade locknut,; Install a new blade and secure with the blade; Sharpening can damage the blade
Maintenance 24 www.usa.husqvarna.com How To Replace The Blade The blade is subject to wear and damage, such as nicks and dents. This is normal and does not affect its function.The blade does not require sharpening. Do not sharpen the blade.If both sides of the blade (A) are severely worn or damaged,...
Page 27 - Engine Maintenance; Emission Control; Spark Plug; Figure 26: Check Spark Plug
Maintenance 25 GB Engine Maintenance All the components used to build this engine must remain in place for the proper operation of this engine. CAUTION Emission Control Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any non − road engine repair est...
Page 28 - How To Change The Oil; Figure 27: Change Oil
Maintenance 26 www.usa.husqvarna.com How To Change The Oil Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use , then every 50 hours. Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures. 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug. 2 Clean th...
Page 29 - How To Service The Air Filter; Figure 28: Change Air Filter
Maintenance 27 GB How To Service The Air Filter Replace the air filter every 50 hours; more often in dusty or dirty conditions. Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents will dissolve the filter. CAUTION 1 Disconnect the spark plug...
Page 30 - Storage; Edger
Maintenance 28 www.usa.husqvarna.com Storage Follow these guidelines when storing the edger for longer than 30 days. Edger • Completely clean the edger. • Check the edger for worn or damaged parts.Tighten all loose hardware. • Apply a small amount of engine oil to all moving parts, particularly the ...
Page 31 - Troubleshooting; or
Tr ouble shooting 29 GB Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine difficult to start or Engine runs erratically or Engine will not run at full speed Stale fuel Drain fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel. Dirt in fuel tank or out of fuel Drain and clean fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel. Carburetor ou...
Page 33 - Specifications; Product Specifications
Specifications 30 www.usa.husqvarna.com Product Specifications Product Specifications Model No.: LE389 Horsepower: 4 Displacement: 9.02 cu. in (148 cc) Gasoline Capacity: 1 quart Oil Capacity: 20 oz SAE − 30W Spark Plug Gap: 0.030 in Bore: 2-9/16 in (65.09 mm) Stroke: 1-3/4 in (44.45 mm) Armature Ai...
Page 34 - arranties; WARRANTY STATEMENT; SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY
W arranties 32 www.usa.husqvarna.com WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the ...
Page 35 - SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
W arranties 33 GB WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY The following items are not covered by this warranty:1. Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use, including, but not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, clutches, cl...
Page 38 - ENGINE MOUNT ASSEMBLY; Key
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 36 www.usa.husqvarna.com ENGINE MOUNT ASSEMBLY 43 44 40 45 41 22 26 42 20 24 29 30 32 20 80 81 12 10 Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 10 − − − − − Engine 12 601 00 08 35 Screw, 3/8 − 16x1.00 20 601 00 22 03 Pulley, Half 22 601 00 13 27 Scr...
Page 39 - WHEEL ASSEMBLY
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 37 GB WHEEL ASSEMBLY REF. LOWER HANDLE REF. FRAME 667 654 651 654 655 655 654 653 654 650 670 680 669 668 Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 650 601 00 22 49 Tire & Rim 651 601 00 08 67 Nut, 5/16 − 18 653 601 00 00 86 Screw, 5/16 − 18x4....
Page 40 - WHEEL BRACKET ASSEMBLY
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 38 www.usa.husqvarna.com WHEEL BRACKET ASSEMBLY REF. FRAME ASSEMBLY 151 150 163 152 164 155 157 156 158 159 154 161 160 153 Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 150 601 00 22 33 Front Wheel Arm 151 601 00 22 34 Rod, Front Mount Curb 152 601 00...
Page 42 - EDGER BLADE ASSEMBLY
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 40 www.usa.husqvarna.com EDGER BLADE ASSEMBLY 310 311 302 321 331 329 330 322 323 320 301 325 312 305 300 REF. FRAME ASSY. REF. SUPPORT BRKT. Key No. Part No. Description Key No. Part No. Description 300 601 00 00 21 Flatwasher 301 601 00 21 96 Quill Support 302 6...
Page 43 - BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 41 GB BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 REF. QUILL ASSY. Key No. Part No. Description 1 601 00 22 10 Blade Guard 2 601 00 07 86 Bolt, Carriage 5/16 − 18x.63 4 601 00 08 67 Nut, 5/16 − 18 5 601 00 22 11 Guide, Belt Front 6 601 00 21 95 Screw, 1/4 − 20x.50 8 601 00...
Page 44 - CLUTCH / DRIVE LEVER ASSEMBLY
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 42 www.usa.husqvarna.com CLUTCH / DRIVE LEVER ASSEMBLY 741 737 743 745 738 732 731 739 740 725 735 Key No. Part No. Description 725 601 00 21 98 Upper Handle & Foam 731 601 00 22 22 Selector Plate 732 601 00 00 69 Screw, 1/4 − 20x1.25 735 601 00 23 18 Nut, 1/4...
Page 45 - HANDLE ASSEMBLY
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 43 GB HANDLE ASSEMBLY REF. BLADE ASSY. REF. UPPER HANDLE 7 5 1 8 2 4 3 4 9 Key No. Part No. Description 1 601 00 22 27 Screw, 5/16 − 18x.63 2 601 00 00 59 Nut, 5/16 − 18 3 601 00 12 94 Bolt, 5/16 − 18x1.63 4 601 00 05 23 Hair Pin 5 601 00 22 28 Lower Handle 7 601 ...
Page 46 - DECALS
FACTORY NO. EH4000x37NA MODEL LE389 44 www.usa.husqvarna.com DECALS 825 829 830 823 821 824 826 820 822 Key No. Part No. Description 820 601 00 22 00 Decal, Recoil Cover 821 601 00 18 77 Decal, Information Danger 822 Reference Only 823 601 00 22 52 Decal, Engine 824 601 00 22 29 Decal, Angle Indicat...
