Scag Power Equipment SE-3.5BS User manual

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THISMANUALCONTAINSTHEOPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA-
TION FOR YOUR SCAG EDGER. READING
THIS MANUAL WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH
MAINTENANCEANDADJUSTMENTPROCE-
DURES TO KEEP YOUR EDGER PERFORM-
ING TO MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY. THE SPE-
CIFIC MODELS THAT THIS BOOK COVERS
ARE CONTAINED ON THE INSIDE COVER.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE,
PLEASEREADALL THE INFORMATIONEN-
CLOSED.
PART NUMBER 03070

FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
* Keep all safety shields in place.
* Beforeperforminganymaintenanceorservice,stopthemachineand
remove the spark plug wire.
* Ifamechanismbecomesclogged,stopthe engine before cleaning.
* Keephands,feetandclothingawayfrompower-drivenparts.
* Readthismanualcompletely.
* Keepothersawayfrom the edger while operating.
REMEMBER - YOUR EDGER IS ONLY AS SAFE AS THE OPERATOR!
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the op-
eration, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment.
WARNING
Thismanualcovers theoperatinginstructions
andillustratedpartslistfor:
SE-3.5BS with a serial number of 4800001- 4809999
Alwaysusetheentireserialnumber listed on the serial number
tagwhenreferringto this product.

SUBJECT PAGE
Introduction..............................................................................................................1
Safety and Operating Instructions...........................................................................1-3
Setup & Operation...................................................................................................4-5
Maintenance ............................................................................................................6-8
Troubleshooting Guide.............................................................................................9
Illustrated Parts List.................................................................................................10-11
LimitedWarranty Statement...................................................................Inside Back Cover
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared to provide the
information you need to correctly assemble, operate,
and maintain this edger. Read it carefully and keep it
for future reference.
The replacement of any part on this product by other
than the manufacturer's authorized replacement part
may adversely affect the performance, durability or
safety of this product.
USE OF OTHER THAN ORIGINAL SCAG
REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
If additional information or service is needed that is
not outlined in this manual, please contact your Scag
Power Equipment dealer. Scag dealers are trained in
the latest service methods and carry a full line of Scag
replacementparts.
When ordering parts, always provide the complete
model and serial number of your edger.
All information provided in this manual is based upon
information available at the time of printing. Scag
Power Equipment reserves the right to make changes
at any time without notice or obligation.
SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid personal injury, it is imperative
that all safety instructions be observed.
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n Read This Operator's Manual
Areplacementmanualisavailablefromyourauthorized
Scag Service Dealer or by contacting: Scag Power
Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152,
Mayville, WI 53050. Please indicate the complete
model and serial number of your Scag product when
orderingareplacementmanual.
Your edger is only as safe as YOU, the operator. As
with any power equipment, carelessness or error can
resultinserious bodily injury. Impropermaintenance
can also result in injury. To reduce the potential for
injury,followthese instructions onsafeoperation.
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n How To Use This Edger
1. Be thoroughly familiarwith the controlsand the
proper use of the machine.
2. Know how to stop the edger and disengage the
controlsquickly.
3. Use the edger only on flower beds and lawns.
4. Always stay behind the handles. Stones and other
items thrown by the blade can cause serious injury
(See Figure 1, page 2).
5. Do not modify or alter any component of the edger.
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n Dress Properly
1. Wearsafetyglassesorgoggles.
2. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be
caughtin moving parts. Always wear long pants
that cover your legs.
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n Direction Reference
The "Right" and "Left", "Front" and "Rear" of the
machine are referenced from the normal operating
position.
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n Servicing The Engine
The detailed servicing of the engine is not covered in
this manual. For service of the engine it is important
to contact your Scag Dealer or an authorized servicing
agent of the engine manufacturer. Any unauthorized
work performed on the engine will void the
warranty.
CAUTION:

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SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D)
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n Dress Properly, cont.
3. Sturdy gloves and safety footwear are
recommended.
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n Check The Edger Before Use
1. Never operate the edger unless guards and other
protectivedevicesare in place.
2. Before you use the edger, make sure all nuts,
bolts, and screws are installed and properly
tightened.
3. Whereapplicable,checkpulleysetscrewsandall
fastenersfortightnessandlubricateperiodically
as described in the maintenance section on pages
6 and 7.
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n Stay Alert
1. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
2. Do not operate the edger when you are fatigued or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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n Operate With Care
1. Keep hands, feet, and clothing well away from the
bladeandmoving parts.
2. Don't overreach or stand on unstable ground.
Keepgood footing and balance at all times.
3. Start the engine carefully. Stop the engine when
leavingtheedgerunattended.
4. Do not operate the edger with a damaged or
excessivelywornblade.
5. Never attempt to make adjustments when the edger
isrunning.
6. Neverdirect discharge of materialtowardpeople.
Usecareindirectingdischargetoavoidglass
enclosuresorautomobiles.
7. Neveroperatetheedgerwithoutgoodvisibilityor
lightofday.
8. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the
terrain,orothersimilarconditionswhenusingthe
edger. Alwayspush slowly over rough ground.
9. Always keep the throttle in the STOP position
when the edger is not in use.
10. If the edger strikes a foreign object:
(1) stop the engine.
(2) disconnect the spark plug lead.
(3) inspect for damage.
(4) repair any damage before restarting and
operating the edger.
Figure 1, Proper Operating Position
Projectile Path