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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Model Series
530
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY
RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion
engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-
covered, brush-covered
or grass-covered land unless the enginefs exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark attester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department,
P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS
INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND,
OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 770-10139A
(3/99)
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- Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Model Series IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the enginefs exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
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Page 2: Calling Customer Support
SECTION 1: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new edger. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your edger. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start to prepare your edger for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operator's Manual. - Page 3 SECTION 3: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR EDGER.
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Page 4: Your Responsibility
• Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold operating the edger. Remember, heavy vibration is material to be cut when engine is running or when generally a sign of trouble. cutting blade is moving. • Always stop engine when edging or trimming delayed or when walking... -
Page 5: Setup Instructions
SECTION 4: SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Tighten the wing knobs on the handle and pull IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT the cable tie snugly to secure the cable to the GASOLINE or OIL. After setting up the unit, lower handle. Carefully trim any excess portion service engine with... - Page 6 CHECKING THE BLADE DEPTH CONTROL Blade Depth The blade depth control lever has been pre-adjusted at the factory, Before operating the edger, check the Start adjustment of the control cable as follows: Position Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug.
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Page 7: Section 6: Operation
PRIMER CURB WHEEL CONTROL (If so equipped) The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor. On some models, right rear wheel can be Use it to start a cold engine, but do not use it to adjusted to edge along a curb. The forward handle restart a warm engine after short shutdown. -
Page 8: Stopping The Engine
Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind slowly. Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle. - Page 9 EDGING ALONG CURB (If so equipped) Right Rear To edge along a curb on units equipped to do so, Wheel lower the right rear wheel by moving the curb wheel control lever toward the rear of the unit, pivoting the wheel to the desired depth and releasing the lever.
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Page 10: Section 9: Maintenance
Belt Guard Hex Lock Figure 16 Lube_ Install one bell washer (cupped side toward blade), the blade, and the other bell washer. See Figure 17. Lube Figure 15 SECTION 9: MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against engine _-Blade before... -
Page 11: Section 10: Off-Season
SECTION 10: OFF-SEASON Belt Guard STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare unit for storage. Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly according to the lubrication section. Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. Coat edging blade with chassis grease prevent rusting. -
Page 12: Shooting Guide
SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Dirty air cleaner. Reter to the engine manual packed with your unit. Engine tails to start Choke not in ON position. Move switch to ON position. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. - Page 13 Notes...
- Page 14 Model Series 530...
- Page 15 Model Series 530 REF. I PART NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART NO. 720-0297 Foam Grip "i--- 1710-1627 Hex Bolt 5/8-_ 747-0976 V-Belt Blade Control Handle 754-0343 746-1098 Hex Screw: 3/8-24 x 1.50 Lg. iControl Cable 31.75 /710-0191 712-0324 Shoulder Screw .500 x 2.62:3/8-16...
- Page 16 MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: YA.O C, ES. )[[ b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such PRODUCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck...