Husqvarna 966951101 User manual

OPERATOR'S
MANUAL / 2008
WITH PARTS LIST
EDGER/TRIMMER
•Specications
•Operating
Instructions
•Maintenance
Information
Model: LE475 / 966951101
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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 INJURY
General Safety Suggestion...................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 Specication ...................................5
Oil Specication......................................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
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DO NOT MODIFY EDGER-TRIMMER
Unauthorized modication to the edger-trimmer may impair
its function and safety and aect edger-trimmer life.
TRAINING
1. Read the Operating and Maintenance In-
struction 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 per-
sons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Thoroughly train anyone using the edger-
trimmer.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. Donotoperateedger-trimmerwhenbarefoot
or wearing open sandals. Always wear sub-
stantialfootwear,andpantsorslacksthatcov-
er your legs when operating edger-trimmer.
3. Check fuel before starting engine. Do not ll
gasoline tank indoors, when engine is run-
ning, 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. Edgeortrimonlyindaylightoringoodarticial
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
sharp corners by reducing speed.
8. Ifedger-trimmershouldstarttovibrateabnor-
mally,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 trac when working near
roadways.
14. Stayalertforunevensidewalks,holesinterrain,
orotherhiddenhazardswhenusingedger-trim-
mer. 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 cutterhead and stop
engine before leaving edger-trimmer, before
making repairs, inspections or adjustments,
and when transporting or not in use.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check blade mounting nut frequently for
proper tightness.
2. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
sure equipment is in safe working condition.
3. Never store edger-trimmer with gasoline
in the tank in a building where fumes may
reachanopenameorspark.Besureengine
has cooled before storing in any enclosure.
4. To reduce re hazard, keep engine free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
5. After operating engine, never touch ex-
haust muer until it has cooled completely.
6. Keep edger-tirmmer in good operating
condition, and keep safety devices in place
.
GENERAL SAFETY SUGGESTIONS
Recommended by Outdoor Power Equipment Institute
Read Operator's Manual. Know location
and function of controls. Maintain safety
devices. Remove potential thrown objects.
Never edge or trim near people. Never carry
passengers. Look before backing. Avoid
slipperyorsteepareas.Stopbladeandback
slowlyifmachinestops.Avoidbladeunless
blade and engine are stopped.
CAUTION
TO AVOID INJURY
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EDGER-TRIMMER FEATURES
Throttle Lever
Clutch & Depth Lever
Gasoline Fill
Recoil Starter
Oil Fill
Front & Back
Engine
Air Cleaner
Control Rod
Belt Guards
Blade Guard
Cutterhead
Blade
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ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED: 7/16" Wrench, Pliers,
Screwdriver
NOTE: Reference to Left or Right side of machine
is from the operator's position of the handle,
facing forward.
The lawn edger, except the handle and throttle
control, is fully assembled, packed, and shipped
in one container.
ATTACHING THE HANDLE
1. Remove handle brace, nuts, and bolts. Align
the handle, lower support, and handle brace
holes. Use all six nuts and bolts. Leave bolts
loose until Steps 2 and 3 are completed (See
Fig. 1).
2. Install control rod into upper and lower pivot
holes and secure with cotter pins (See Fig.
1). Oil pivots lightly before installing rod.
3. Move clutch-depth lever into rear notch of
quadrant on handlebards. Move cutterhead
angling lever to top notch of quadrant.
4. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.
Move throttle to OFF position. Check clutch
operation by pulling recoil starter rope. If
blade turns when depth lever is in top notch,
loosenhandle boltsandpull towardoperator.
Snugbolts andcheckclutchoperationagain.
— IMPORTANT NOTE —
Make sure blade does not turn when lever is in
top notch (disengaged).
5. Slip on the handle grips.
6. Tighten bolts.
FILL ENGINE WITH OIL
NOTE: There is no oil in engine crankcase.
1. Follow instructions in the engine manual for
correctgradeofoil,oillling,andoilchanging.
2. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
INSTALLING THE THROTTLE WIRE
1. If the throttle cable is not attached to the
engine carburetor, follow the instructions in
the engine operating manual. Some throttle
cables cannot be attached before shipping.
Check oil level of engine every time edger-
trimmer is used. An improper oil level can cause
extensive internal damage to engine.
FUEL SPECIFICATION
1. Follow fueling instruction in the engine
manual.
Handlefuelwithcare—itishighlyammable.
Useonlyapprovedfuelcontainer.Neveradd
fuel while engine is running. Fill fuel tank
outdoors, with extreme care. Never ll fuel
tankindoors.Replacegasolinecapsecurely
and wipe up all spilled fuel.
CAUTION
Always clean area around fuel cap before
removing it to prevent excessive amounts of dirt
from entering fuel system. Also insure that the
fuel storage container you are using is clean and
in good condition.
CORRECT ENGINE OPERATION
Beforestartingengine,becomefamiliarwith
all controls. Read this Operator's Manual
thoroughly. Always check engine oil level
before starting engine.
CAUTION
Care should be taken to avoid inhaling ex-
haust gasses, as they contain carbon mon-
oxide gas, which is colorless and oderless.
Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas that
can cause unconsciousness and is poten-
tially lethal. Do not run engine in conned
areas such as closed garages.
WARNING
Fig. 1
Throttle Cable
Throttle
Cable Clip
Install 6 Bolts Through
Handle Lower Support
& Handle Brace Holes
Control Rod
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