Husqvarna LE389 User manual

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Owner’s Manual 601 00 24 69
Reference No. F-031102C
Instruction Book − Model LE389
Read and keep this book for future reference.
This book contains important information on
SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE.
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY
Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna products to the
original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of pur-
chase for the “Warranty Period” of the product as set forth below:
Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand held
products.
2 Year Warranty: Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers, trim-
mers, brushcutters, snow blowers, hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, and electrical prod-
ucts for non-commercial, non-professional, non-institutional or non-income producing use,
except as herin stated.
Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-95 and EPA regula-
tions, except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third
party engine manufacturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with
product information supplied at time of purchase.
1 Year Warranty: Chain saws, cultivators, clearing saws and backpack blowers for non-com-
mercial, non-professional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. Trimmer models
120, 125, 122, 132, 225, 232 and 235 used for commercial purposes.
90 Day Warranty: Any Husqvarna product used for rental, commercial, institutional, profes-
sional or income producing use except as otherwise provided herin.
30 Day Warranty: Husqvarna bow guide and replacement parts.
SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY
Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a
component fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period.
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, in-
cluding, but not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, filters, guide bars, lubri-
cants, rewind springs, saw chain, spark plugs, starter ropes and tines.
2. Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light.
3. Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna; these items are covered by
the respective manufacturer’s warranty as provided in writing with the product information
supplied at the time of purchase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer.
4. Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty, all
claims for warranty should be sent to the manufacturer.
5. Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB-95 and EPA regu-
lations which are manufactured by third parts engine manufacturer.
SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following:
1. Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives,
moisture, rust, corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits.

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2. Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner/Operator’s manual
or instruction sheet furnished by Husqvarna.
3. Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the
product’s performance, operation, safety, or durability, or causes the product to fail to com-
ply with any applicable laws.
4. Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the
above.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLU-
SIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED
BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE
THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE, AND DOES NOT ASSUME OB-
LIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS.
Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations
or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
The product must exhibit reasonable care, maintenance, operation, storage and general up-
keep as written in the maintenance section of the Owner’s/Operator’s manual. Should an op-
erational problem or failure occur, the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an
authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation. Proof of purchase, as explained in section 6,
rests solely with the customer.
SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION
It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration
Card is properly filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card
should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warran-
ty and to facilitate post-sale service.
Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain
warranty service. This proof must include date purchased and model number.
To obtain the benefit of this warranty, the product believed to be defective must be delivered
to an authorized Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later that thirty (30) days from date
of the operational problem or failure. The product must be delivered at the owner’s expense.
Pick up and delivery charges are not covered by this warranty. An authorized Husqvarna
dealer can be normally located through the “Yellow Pages” of the local telephone directory
or by calling 1-800-HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area.
HUSQVARNA FOREST & GARDEN COMPANY
9006-J Perimeter Woods Drive
1Charlotte, NC 28216

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This instruction book is written for a person with some mechanical ability. Like most service books,
not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can
follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit.
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 instructions and the
safety rules. Keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT: Many units are not assembled and are sold in cartons. It is the responsibility of the
owner to make sure the assembly instructions in this manual are exactly followed. Other units are
purchased in an assembled condition. On assembled units, it is the responsibility of the owner to
make sure the unit is correctly assembled. The owner must carefully check the unit according to
the instructions in this manual before it is first used.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER
The responsibility of the owner is to follow the instructions below.
1. Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation.
2. Follow all the assembly and preparation instructions.
3. Inspect the unit.
4. Make sure that the operator of the unit knows how to correctly use all standard and accessory
equipment.
5. Operate the unit only with guards, shields, and other safety items in place and working correctly.
6. Correctly adjust the unit.
7. Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts.
8. Complete all maintenance on the unit.
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

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Safe Operation Practices for Edger.
WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means: “Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved.”
WARNING: To prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting-up,
transporting, adjusting or mak-
ing repairs, always disconnect spark
plug wire and put wire where it cannot
contact the spark plug .
Before Use
SRead the owner’s manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the Edger. Know how to
stop the Edger and disengage the controls
quickly.
SDo not operate the Edger without wearing
adequate outer garments. Wear footwear
that will improve footing on slippery sur-
faces.
SKeep the area of operation clear of all per-
sons, particularly small children and pets.
SThoroughly inspect the area where the
Edger is to be used and remove all foreign
objects.
Fuel Safety
SHandle fuel with care; it is highly flam-
mable.
SUse an approved container.
SCheck fuel supply before each use, allow-
ing space for expansion as the heat of the
engine and/or sun can cause fuel to ex-
pand.
SFill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel
tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
SNever remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel
to a running or hot engine.
SNever store fuel or Edger with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame.
Operating Safety
SNever allow children or young teenagers to
operate the Edger. Keep them away while
it is operating. Never allow adults to oper-
ate the Edger without proper instruction.
SDo not operate this machine if you are tak-
ing drugs or other medication which can
cause drowsiness or affect your ability to
operate this machine.
SDo not use this machine if you are mentally
or physically unable to operate this ma-
chine safely.
SAlways wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes
from foreign objects that may be thrown
from the Edger.
SDo not put hands or feet near or under ro-
tating parts.
SExercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
SExercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
SNever operate the Edger without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices in place.
SNever operate the Edger at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind
and use care when backing.
SNever allow bystanders near the
Edger.
SKeep children and pets away while
operating.
SNever operate the Edger without good visi-
bility or light.
SDo not run the engine indoors. The ex-
haust fumes are dangerous, containing
CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS
and DEADLY GAS.
STake all possible precautions when leaving
the Edger unattended. Stop the engine.
SDo not overload the Edger capacity by at-
tempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.

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Safe Storage
SAlways refer to the owner’s manual instruc-
tions for important details if the Edger is to
be stored for an extended period.
SNever store the Edger with fuel in the fuel
tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present such as water and
space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in
any enclosure.
SKeep the Edger in safe working condition.
Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for
proper tightness.
Repair / Adjustments Safety
SAfter striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine. Remove the wire from the spark plug,
and keep the wire away from the plug to
prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly in-
spect the Edger for any damage, and re-
pair the damage before restarting and
operating it.
SIf Edger should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop engine and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
SStop the engine whenever you leave the
operating position. Also, disconnect the
spark plug wire before unclogging the
blade and when making any repairs, ad-
justments, or inspections.
SWhen cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
shut off the engine and make certain all
moving parts have stopped.
SNever attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine is running except when
specifically recommended by the manufac-
turer.

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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature sup-
plied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for
each symbol.
Control And Operating Symbols
Slow Fast
WARNING
Thrown Objects.
Keep Bystanders Away.
WARNING
Rotating Parts. Stop Engine.
Disconnect Spark Wire Before
Making Adjustments.
IMPORTANT
Read Owner’s Manual
Before Operating
This Machine.
WARNING
STOP
WARNING
Wear Eye Protection
Safety Warning Symbols
Fuel Oil

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ASSEMBLY
Read and follow the assembly and adjust-
ment instructions. All fasteners are in the
parts bag. Do not discard any parts or mate-
rial until the unit is assembled.
WARNING: Before doing any
assembly or maintenance to th
e
unit, remove the wire from the
spark plug.
NOTE: Torque is measured in foot
pounds (metric N.m). This measurement
describes how tight a nut or bolt must be.
The torque is measured with a torque
wrench.
2 - Adjustable Wrenches
1 - Utility Knife
1 - Blade Type Screwdriver
1 - Pliers
PARTS BAG - CONTENTS
The fasteners are shown at full size. The quantities are shown in brackets ( ).
NOTE: Some models will not use every fastener shown on this page.
Locknut
(1)
3/8-16
Shoulder Bolt (1)
3/8-16 x 1.40
Cotter Pin (1)
Locknut (8)
5/16-18
Bolt (1)
5/16-18 x 4-1/2
Spacer (1)
Bolt (4)
5/16-18 x 5/8
Spacer (2)
Handle Bolt (4)
Washer (4)
11/32 x 11/16
Hair Pin (2)
Washer (1)
1/2 x 3/4
Wide Flange Hex Nut (1)
5/16-18

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Parts Packed Separately In Carton
1 - Owner’s Manual (not shown)
1 - Upper Handle
1 - Lower Handle
1 - Handle Panel
1 - Control Rod
4 - Wheels
WARNING: Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while as
-
sembling the Edger.
Figure 1 shows the Edger completely as-
sembled.
References to the right or left side of the
Edger are from the viewpoint of the opera-
tor’s position behind the unit.
REMOVE THE EDGER FROM THE
CARTON
1. Remove the lower handle, upper handle,
control rod and packing material from the
carton.
2. Remove the wheels and parts bag from
the carton.
3. Cut down all four corners of the carton.
4. Remove the packing material positioned
around the unit.
5. Lift the Edger out of the carton and place
on a hard level surface.
Figure 1

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HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE
For ease of assembly, attach the lower han-
dle before mounting the wheels.
1. Mount the lower handle to the inside of
the edger frame (see Figure 2). Fasten
the lower handle with the fasteners
shown in the illustration. As you tighten
the fasteners, pull back on the lower
handle.
2. Attach the right rear wheel to the wheel
support rod with the fasteners shown
in Figure 3.
3. Attach the left rear wheel to the edger
frame with the fasteners shown in
Figure 4.
4. Attach the front wheels to the front
wheel arm with the fasteners shown in
Figure 5.
Figure 2
Locknut
5/16-18
Lower Handle
Bolt
5/16-18 x 5/8 Edger Frame
Figure 3
Cotter Pin
Washer
1/2x3/4
Wheel Support
Rod
Right Rear Wheel
Locknut
3/8-16
Spacer
Bolt
3/8-16 x 1.40
Left Rear Wheel
Figure 4
Figure 5
Bolt
5/16-18 x 4-1/2
Washer
11/32 x 11/16
Spacer
51887
Washer
11/32 x 11/16
Washer
11/32 x 11/16 Wide Flange
Hex Nut
5/16-18
Front Wheel

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5. Assemble the upper handle and the
handle panel to the lower handle with
the fasteners shown in Figure 7. Make
sure the locknuts are on the inside of
the lower handle.
6. Slide one end of the clutch rod from left
to right through the hole in the clutch
lever. Secure with the hair pin shown in
Figure 7.
7. Move the clutch lever to the first depth
position. Attach the other end of the con-
trol rod to the quill support arm with
the hair pin as shown in Figure 7.
8. Move the clutch lever back to the “N”
NEUTRAL position.
NOTE: If it is difficult to move the clutch
lever to the “N” NEUTRAL position, loos-
en the fasteners that hold the lower han-
dle to the edger frame (see Figure 2).
Raise the handle until the clutch lever will
easily move to the “N” NEUTRAL posi-
tion. Tighten the fasteners.
9. When the clutch lever is in NEUTRAL
position, the quill support arm must be
close to the screw as shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6
Quill
Support Arm
Screw
Figure 7
Locknut
5/16-18
Control
Rod
Handle Bolt
Handle
Panel
Upper
Handle
Lower
Handle
Hair Pin
Hair Pin
Clutch Lever
Quill Support
Arm

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HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE
ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN
OIL OR GASOLINE
See the engine manufacturer’s instructions
for the type of gasoline and oil to use. Before
you use the unit, read the information on
safety, operation, maintenance, and storage.
To fill the crankcase, remove the oil fill cap/
dipstick and add SAE30 motor oil. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
NOTE: The engine may contain a small
amount of oil. When adding oil, frequently
insert the oil fill cap/dipstick and check
the amount of oil in the engine. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
Oil Fill
Cap/Dipstick
Figure 8
Fuel Tank
WARNING: Follow the engine
manufacturer’s instructions for
the type of gasoline and oil to
use. Always use a safety gasoline con-
tainer. Do not smoke when adding gaso-
line to the engine. When inside an en-
closure, do not fill with gasoline. Before
you add gasoline, stop the engine. Let
the engine cool for several minutes.
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an
internal combustion engine and must not
be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap-
plicable local or state laws (if any). If a
spark arrester is used, it must be main-
tained in effective working order by the op-
erator.
In the State of California the above is re-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-
nia Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. See an Authorized Ser-
vice Center for a spark arrester for the muf-
fler.
nCHECKLIST
For the best performance and satisfaction
from this quality product, please review the
following checklist before you operate the
Edger:
nAll assembly instructions have been
completed.
nCheck carton. Make sure no loose
parts remain in the carton.
nAll fasteners have been properly tight-
ened.
As you learn how to use the Edger, pay extra
attention to the following important items:
nn Engine oil is at proper level.
nn Fuel tank is filled with a fresh, clean,
regular Unleaded gasoline.
nn Become familiar and understand the
function of all controls. Before your
start the engine, operate all controls.

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KNOW YOUR EDGER
READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERATE the
Edger. To familiarize yourself with the location of the controls, compare the illustrations with
your Edger. Save this manual for future reference.
Figure 9
Clutch Lever
Control Rod
OIl Fill
Cap/Dipstick
Blade Guard
Adjustable Front Wheel
Adjustable Rear Wheel
Throttle
Control
Starter
Handle
ENGINE
VIEW OF BLADE AREA
Primer Button
Blade Index Lever
Throttle Control - Controls the engine
speed.
Primer Button - Injects fuel directly into
the carburetor for faster starts.
Clutch Lever - Use to start and stop the
blade and control the depth of cut.
Adjustable Rear Wheel - Right rear
wheel is adjustable to level the Edger when
edging along a curb (curb-hopping).
Adjustable Front Wheel - Front wheel
is adjustable from side-to-side for balance.
The front wheel can also be adjusted down
for curb-hopping .
Recoil Starter Handle - The engine is
equipped with an easy pull recoil starter.
Blade Guard - Use to prevent stones or
other material from being thrown at the oper-
ator.
Index Lever - Permits adjustment from
the edging (vertical) position to the trimming
(horizontal) position. To change position, pull
the index lever and rotate the quill assembly
to the desired angle or position.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses. If you wear eye
glasses, put a Wide Vision Safety Mask over
your eye glasses.
WARNING: Debris thrown from
the Edger can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the
eyes, which can cause severe eye dam-
age. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields when operating the Edger.

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HOW TO STOP THE EDGER
1. Move the clutch lever back to the DIS-
ENGAGED position. Then, move the
throttle control to the STOP position.
See Figure 10.
WARNING: Never leave the
EDGER unattended while the
engine is running. Always dis-
engage the cutting blade and stop the
engine.
HOW TO USE
THE THROTTLE CONTROL
1. During normal use, run the engine at full
speed.
2. Move the throttle control up to increase
engine speed, or down to decrease en-
gine speed (see Figure 10). Figure 10
Clutch
Lever
Throttle
Control
HOW TO USE
THE PRIMER BUTTON
When starting a cold engine, push the prim-
er button five times (see Figure 11). Wait
approximately two seconds between each
push.
IMPORTANT: When starting a warm engine,
do not use the primer button.
Primer Button Figure 11
HOW TO USE
THE CLUTCH LEVER
1. Start the engine.
2. To engage the cutting blade, move the
clutch lever forward (see Figure 12).
3. Select the edging depth you need. There
are five selections down to approximate-
ly 2-3/4 inches deep.
NOTE: For deep edging, first cut at shallow
depths. Then, cut at greater depths until
the desired depth is obtained.
Clutch Lever
Figure 12

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HOW TO USE THE INDEX LEVER
1. Stop the engine and disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug.
2. Loosen the front wheel knob shown in
Figure 13. Slide the front wheel all the
way to the right side.
3. Securely tighten the front wheel knob.
NOTE: To prevent the blade from hit-
ting the wheel while trimming, make
sure the front wheel is set in the ex-
treme right position.
4. Disengage the index lever (see
Figure 14). Move the index lever to the
notch marked 90_.
5. Reconnect the spark plug wire to the
spark plug.
6. Start the engine.
7. Move the clutch lever to the desired trim-
ming height.
WARNING: While the engine is
running, never leave the Edger.
Before you adjust the wheels or
change the blade position, always dis-
engage the cutting blade and stop the
engine.
How To Use The Bevel Edging Feature
The index lever has four other positions that
will provide a beveled edge. A bevel edge
cut along a sidewalk or driveway makes a
trench and will reduce the need to edge as
often. The larger the degree of cut set with
the index lever, the larger the trench.
1. With the engine off, move the front wheel
far enough to the right to clear the blade.
2. Move the index lever to the desired posi-
tion.
3. Before you start the engine, line up the
edger as if you were going to bevel cut.
Move the clutch lever down to test the
blade location. Return the clutch lever to
the ”N’ NEUTRAL position.
4. Start the engine and move the clutch le-
ver to the desired depth of cut.
Figure 13
Front Wheel
Knob
Front Wheel
Figure 14
Index Lever

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HOW TO USE THE CURB-HOPPING FEATURE
Because the front wheel and the right rear
wheel are adjustable, the Edger can be used
on uneven surfaces, such as the curb shown
in Figure 15. Set the wheel positions as fol-
lows.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
3. Loosen the front wheel knob.
4. Slide the front wheel to the best posi-
tion to clear the curb and balance the
unit.
5. Securely tighten the front wheel knob.
6. Use the curb height adjust lever to
lower the front wheel. Lower the front
wheel until the front wheel is level with
the left rear wheel and the unit is setting
on the curb as shown in Figure 15.
7. Loosen the rear wheel knob.
8. Lower the right rear wheel until the
Edger is level and the left rear wheel is
on the curb.
9. Securely tighten the rear wheel knob.
10. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark
plug.
WARNING: Keep away from the
rotating blade. The blade can
cause injury.
Figure 15
Blade Guard
Front Wheel
Front
Wheel Knob
Curb Height
Adjust Lever
Support Rod
Rear Wheel Knob
Right Rear Wheel

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HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE
To stop the engine, move the clutch lever all
the way back to the DISENGAGED position.
Then, push the throttle control lever down to
the STOP position.
If the engine will not stop, hold a screwdriver
against the spark plug and against the engine
cooling fins. The spark will go to ground and
the engine will stop.
HOW TO START THE ENGINE
IMPORTANT: Before you start the engine,
operate the controls several times. Make
sure all controls move freely.
1. Check the oil.
2. Fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded
gasoline. Make sure the gasoline is
clean. Leaded gasoline will increase de-
posits and shorten the life of the valves.
NOTE: Do not use gasohol or methanol. Do
not use premium unleaded gasoline.
WARNING: Always use a safety
gasoline container. Do not
smoke when adding gasoline to
the fuel tank. When inside an enclosure,
do not add gasoline. Before you add
gasoline, stop the engine and let the en-
gine cool for several minutes.
3. Make sure the spark plug wire is con-
nected to the spark plug.
4. Pull the clutch lever all the way back to
raise and disengage the blade.
5. Move the throttle control lever to the
FAST position.
6. Some models have a primer button on
the front or side of the engine (Figure 16).
Every time you push the primer button,
wait two seconds. For the number of
times required to push the primer but-
ton, see the engine manufacturer’s in-
structions.
Primer Button Figure 16
NOTE: Do not use the primer button to start
a warm engine.
7. To start engine, hold the recoil starter
handle firmly with your right hand.
8. Hold the edger handle firmly with your left
hand.
9. Quickly pull the recoil starter handle. DO
NOT allow the starter rope to snap back.
Let the starter rope slowly rewind. If en-
gine fails to start after three pulls, push
primer button two times and again pull
the recoil starter handle.
10.When the engine starts, move the throttle
control lever up (FAST position) to in-
crease speed or down to decrease
speed. During normal use keep the
throttle in the FAST position.
11.If the engine does not start in 5 or 6 tries,
See the “Trouble Shooting Instructions”.
NOTE: The cutting blade speed is con-
trolled by the engine speed. To reduce the
cutting blade speed, push down on the
throttle control lever. To increase the cut-
ting blade speed, pull up on the throttle
control lever.
WARNING: Never run the engine
indoors or in a poorly ventilated
area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and
loose clothing away from any moving
parts. Avoid the muffler and surround-
ing areas. Temperatures can exceed 150
degrees.

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EDGING TIPS
SEdging is best performed when conditions
are dry. If the soil is to wet, dirt becomes
packed around the blade causing prema-
ture belt wear and decreased perfor-
mance.
SIf dirt does become packed around the
blade, stop the engine and remove the
wire from the spark plug. Remove the
packed dirt and debris from the blade.
SFor deep edging, first cut at shallow
depths. Then, cut at greater depths until
the desired depth is obtained.
SFor uniform edging, make sure the blade
guide rides on the surface.
SEdging can be customized by varying the
number of passes and by the distance the
blade is from the surface.
WARNING: Read the Owner’s
manual. Know location and
functions of all controls. Keep
all safety devices and shields in place.
Never allow children or uninstructed
adults to operate Edger. Shut off engine
before unclogging blade or making re-
pairs. Keep bystanders away from ma-
chine. Keep away from the blade all ro-
tating parts, which cause injury.

MAINTENANCE
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
SERVICE
RECORDS
Fill in dates as you
complete regular
service.
After
First
2
Hours
Before
Each
Use Often
Every
10
Hours
Every
25
Hours
Before
Each
Season Before
Storage
SERVICE
DATES
Lubricate All Pivot
Points √ √
Lubricate Wheel
Axles √ √
Check Engine Oil
Level √
Check Spark Plug √ √
Check Drive Belt √
Tighten All Fasteners √ √
Check Blade For
Wear Or Damage √
Lubricate Quill Rod/
tube √√ √
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this Edger does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, the operator must main-
tain the Edger as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments must be made periodical-
ly to properly maintain your Edger.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual must be
checked at least once each season.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Use the following maintenance section to
keep your unit in good operating condition.
All the maintenance information for the en-
gine is in the “Engine Instruction Book”. Be-
fore you start the engine, read this book.
LUBRICATION
1. After each 25 hours, apply a small amount
of engine oil to all moving parts, particular-
ly the wheels.
2. To lubricate the engine, refer to the “En-
gine Instruction Book”.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
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HOW TO REMOVE THE BELT
The belt 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 lever back to release the
tension from the belt.
3. Remove the two screws and spacers
from the top of the engine pulley cover.
Remove the engine pulley cover (see
Figure 17).
4. Loosen, do not remove, the screw that
holds the belt guide. Then, move the
belt guide away from the belt.
5. Remove the screws from the belt guard
(see Figure 18).
6. Remove the old belt from the engine
and quill assembly pulleys. Replace with
an original equipment belt.
7. To install a new belt, reverse the above
steps.
Figure 17
Spacer
Engine
Pulley
Belt
Guide
Screw
Engine
Pulley
Cover
Spacer
Screws
Figure 18
Screw
Screw
Belt Guard