Summary of Contents for Scag Power Equipment SE-3.5BS
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MODEL SE-3.5BS THIS MANUAL CONTAINS THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA- TION FOR YOUR SCAG EDGER. READING THIS MANUAL WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT PROCE- DURES TO KEEP YOUR EDGER PERFORM- ING TO MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY. THE SPE- CIFIC MODELS THAT THIS BOOK COVERS ARE CONTAINED ON THE INSIDE COVER.
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This manual covers the operating instructions SE-3.5BS with a serial number of 4800001- 4809999 Always use the entire serial number listed on the serial number tag when referring to this product.
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.
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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.
SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) n n n n n Keep Hands And Feet From Blade The rotating blade is sharp and can severely cut body parts. The blade coasts after the edger is turned off (See Figure 2). Figure 2, Protect Hands And Feet 1.
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 at the same site. SETUP & OPERATION n n n n n Assembly 1.
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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 to the view from the normal operating position, behind the handles. n n n n n Before Operation 1.
SETUP & OPPERATION (CONT'D) 3. Push the edger forward slowly, adjust your pace to the engine's capacity. Figure 7, Engaging The Blade MAINTENANCE CAUTION: To prevent injury from rotating parts turn the engine stop switch to OFF and disconnect the spark plug wire from the engine before attempting any maintenance.
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MAINTENANCE (CONT'D) n n n n n Belt Tension Always adjust the belt tension after changing the belt. New belts may stretch. Excess tension on the belt will make holding the clutch difficult and cause the belts to wear. To adjust belt tension (See Figure 9): 1.
MAINTENANCE (CONT'D) n n n n n Rubber Debris Deflector Replace the rubber deflector when worn or damaged to prevent operator injury. n n n n n Lubrication Grease the edger periodically at the points shown on Figure 11. Use lithium-based grease. Note: The spindle bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated.
Problem Engine fails to start Hard starting or loss of power Operation erratic Engine skips at high speed Engine idles poorly TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Cause Fuel level is low. Spark plug lead wire disconnected. Throttle or choke not in starting position. Spark plug defective.
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KEEP AREA CLEAR OF BYSTANDERS TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE. DO NOT LEAVE ENGINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE USE. 481043 LAWN EDGER SE-3.5BS 32 04012-04 Set Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/8" 33 04030-02 Lockwasher, 1/4" Spring 34 48454 35 481043 36 04062-02 Hair Pin, .080 x 1.19...
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This warranty does not cover engines and electric starters, which are warranted separately by their manufacturer. Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to change or improve the design of any accessory without assuming any obligation to modify any accessory previously manufactured.