Maintenance - Weed Eater 530163408 Instruction Manual

S Keep you edging path straight by aligning
the blade guide rib on the rear of the blade
guard with the edge of the sidewalk. Keep
all wheels flat on the walkway.
Blade
Guide Rib
S Always work going away from people and
solid objects such as walls, large stones,
trees, automobiles, etc.
S Be careful when edging near trees or valu-
able plants. The high speed metal blade
may cut roots and cause damage to the
plants.
S If the blade stalls, immediately move the
unit rearward slightly to allow the blade to
restart. If the blade continues to stall, stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and
inspect for blockage or damage.
S Always keep the blade area clean. Stop the
engine, make sure the blade has complete-
ly stopped turning, and disconnect the
spark plug before cleaning.
SETTING THE EDGING DEPTH
WARNING:
Never attempt to adjust
the depth adjusting skid when the engine is
running. Always release the throttle trigger,
wait until the blade stops turning, move the
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, and dis-
connect spark plug before making adjust-
ments. Your edger is equipped with several
edging depths. The depth used will depend
on your personal edging preference and the
condition of the area where the edging opera-
tion is to be done.
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various adjust-
ments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
S Once each year, replace the spark plug, re-
place air filter element and check blade for
wear. A new spark plug and a clean/new air
filter element assures proper air/fuel mix-
ture and helps your engine run better and
.
last longer
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer
placement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE:
If the area to be edged has never
been cut or several weeks have passed since
the last cut, the first edging should be done at
no more than half depth.
To set the depth:
S Move the depth control lever forward for
shallower edging.
S Move the depth control lever backward for
deeper edging.
Support Arm
When edging, the trigger handle must be
raised until the skid rests on the ground. The
trigger handle must be held in the raised posi-
tion during the entire edging operation to
maintain a consistent edging depth.
DEPTH ADJUSTING SKID
The surface of the depth adjusting skid will
wear over a period of time. This part is revers-
ible to provide a second wear surface.
1. Remove the two mounting screws which
hold the skid to the support arm.
2. Rotate the skid 180 degrees.
3. Reinstall the mounting screws.
EDGING TIPS
S Inspect unit before each use.
S Inspect the area to be cut before each use.
S Keep unit in front of your body.
S Cut at full throttle.
S Keep the wheels and skid in contact with
the ground.
S Always work going away from others.

MAINTENANCE

S ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving the switch to
the OFF position and assure the engine
stops; then restart engine and continue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of edger if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Blade Guard -- Discontinue use of edger if
blade guard is damaged.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Blade nut
S Muffler
S Cylinder shield
S Clutch
S Throttle trigger
S Handle screws
S Fasteners
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LA-
BELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and
for re-
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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Depth Control Lever
Depth
Adjusting
Skid