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Working from the front of the edger, place the belt
onto the spindle sheaves, route it back onto the two
idler pulleys, and then place it onto the engine
flywheel pulley.
IMPORTANT:Make certain that the "V" side of the belt is
seated into the top pulley and the flat side of the belt is
seated into the bottom pulley. See Figure 15.
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Reinstall the spindle sheaves belt guard with the
self tapping screws removed earlier.
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Make certain that the drive belt is on the engine
flywheel pulley and idler pulleys, and retighten the
flange lock nut on the top of the frame.
IMPORTANT: Make certain that the drive belt is seated
correctly and that it is riding smoothly on the spindle
sheaves and is not pinched between them. Repeat the
first three steps if the belt is pinched.
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ARNING: Never operate the edger without
the spindle sheaves belt guard in place.
SECTION 7: 0FF-SEASON STORAGE
Observe the following when preparing the edger for
long-term storage:
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Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly as instructed on
page 9 of this manual.
•
Refer to the Engine Manual packed separately with
the edger for engine manufacturers's
storage
instructions.
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Coat the edger blade with chassis grease to
prevent rusting and corrosion.
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Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store
next to any corrosive materials, such as lawn
fertilizer.
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Coat the edger, especially any springs and
bearings with a light oil or silicone spray.
IMPORTANT:When storing any type of power
equipment in an poorly ventilated or metal storage
shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment.
SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Corrective Action
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine overheats
Excessive vibration
Possible Cause(s)
Dirty air cleaner
Engine needs to be primed
Fuel tank empty
Stale fuel in gasoline tank
Throttle control lever (If
equipped) not in starting position.
Spark plug wire disconnected
Spark plug fouled
Engine flooded
Spark plug wire loose
Stale fuel in gasoline tank
Vent in gas cap plugged
Water or dirt in fuel system
Dirty air cleaner
Carburetor out of adjustment
Engine oil level low
Air flow restricted
Dirty air filter
Carburetor not adjusted properly
Edger blade bent or damaged
Blade spindle bent or damaged
Belt worn or stretched
Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.
Push primer bulb two or three times.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Drain gasoline and refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Move throttle lever to FAST position.
Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace spark plug.
Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Drain gasoline and refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Clear vent of any debris.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.
Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Clean the area around the engine's cooling fins.
Replace the engine's air filter.
Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.
Replace edger blade.
Contact an authorized MTD service dealer.
Drive belt slips
Replace drive belt.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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