LawnMaster Eco Series Manual

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Eco-Series Edger

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Page 1 Eco-Series Edger...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Instructions ............4 Preparation .............. 5 Operation ..............5 Commissioning the Edger .......... 6 Engine Information: ..........6 Oil: ................7 Fuel: ................8 Assembling the Edger ..........9 Handle: ..............9 Attaching the Handle to the Edger ....11 Cutter Nut ............
Page 4 Fasteners and Linkages ........19 Cleaning ..............19 Lubrication ............. 20 Belt Change ............21...
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions  Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and use of the equipment before you begin.  Know how to stop the Edger and disengage the controls quickly in an emergency.  The operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or property.
Page 6: Preparation
 Never lift or carry the Edger while the engine is running.  Keep hands and feet well clear of rotating blades and moving components  Always stop the engine when you leave the Edger unattended and when crossing roads, pathways or gravel drives.
Page 7: Commissioning The Edger
Commissioning the Edger Open the carton and inspect the contents, you will find  1x Edger  1x Edger Handle Assembly  1x Owner’s Manual  1x Engine Manual  1x Warranty Card Take precautions when removing the Edger from the carton to ensure that you do not put undue stress upon your back when lifting.
Page 8: Oil
Oil: Caution Engines are shipped without oil. Check the engine manufacturers’ manual for oil grade and quantity details. 1. Place the Edger on a level surface. 2. Remove the oil dipstick. 3. Wipe the dipstick clean. 4. Fill to the full mark indicated, pouring slowly – DO NOT OVERFILL.
Page 9: Fuel
Fuel: Caution Petrol vapour is highly flammable. Handle with extreme care. Store in approved containers. Your engine will run best of fresh, clean unleaded petrol (91 octane). Do not over fill the petrol tank, it is recommended that approximately 5 to 10mm of tank space is left for fuel expansion.
Page 10: Assembling The Edger
Assembling the Edger Handle: Figure 2 - Handle Assembly The handle is supplied in two pieces for shipping, the main handle labelled (2) and the height\tilt lever (4)  Unscrew the black knob (1) from height\tilt lever (4).  Remove lever guide (3) from handle (2) by undoing bolts (5).
Page 11  Reattach guide (3) to handle (2) so that it retains lever (4) using bolt (5) with washer (8) from the top and spring washer (7) and nut (6) from the bottom.  Screw Knob (1) onto lever to complete pre assembly.
Page 12: Attaching The Handle To The Edger
Attaching the Handle to the Edger Figure 3 Handle Attachment  For all 4 bolts (5) place one washer (7) onto the bolt. Line up the handle (4) with the Edger (1)  using the 4 bolt holes at the end of the handle.
Page 13  Place another washer (7) onto the exposed end of the bolt and then screw nylok nut (6) onto the bolt  Attached Clevis Joint (3) to the height\tilt link end (9).  Attached Clevis Joint (8) to the Cutter Actuator Link (2).
Page 14: Cutter Nut
Cutter Nut Figure 4 Cutter Before using the Edger check cutter nut for tightness. Cutter nut torque is 39 Nm (4.0kg-m). Belt Adjustment Figure 5 Belt Tension Adjustment With the engine off, pull the cutter engagement handle to engage the belt.
Page 15 With the handle pulled home the belt tension adjust point (1) should sit midway on the slideway (2). If it does not, wind both nuts (3) (4) to shift the slideway in the direction required.
Page 16: Operating The Edger
Operating the Edger Operator Controls 1. Engine On\Off Switch 2. Height or Tilt Adjust Lever 3. Cutter Operating Lever 4. Cutter Angle Selector Figure 6 Operator Controls...
Page 17: Starting The Edger
Starting the Edger Caution Only start the Edger with the Cutter operating lever disengaged. Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. Check Cutter clearance to ensure it will not contact anything once started Set the Engine On\Off switch to On (note some models have a second On\Off switch mounted on the engine.
Page 18: Engaging Cutter
Engaging Cutter Caution Cutter will turn when the cutter control lever is pulled. Ensure area is clear of objects people or pets that might come in contact with the cutter. With both hands on the handles, slowly pull the cutter control lever towards the handle. When the lever is pulled all the way down to the handle the cutter is fully engaged.
Page 19: Adjusting Curb Height
depth is obtained release the control lever and the locking pin will re-engage. Adjusting Curb Height With one hand firmly grip the handle, using the other hand move the height\tilt control lever left towards the tilt indicator. This will release the locking pin on the right hand wheel, allowing it to drop to suit a curb.
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance Engine Refer to the manufacturers manual for engine maintenance information including Oil, Air Cleaner and Spark plug servicing. Cutter Check the condition of the cutter looking for excessive wear or cracking. Ensure cutter nut is tight. Torque should be 39 Nm (4.0kg-m). The cutter is reversible so when the leading edge is sufficiently worn remove the cutter, flip it over and reattach it.
Page 21: Lubrication
Lubrication Grease Nipples are provided on the cutter head (2) and cutter shaft (1). Using a standard grease gun, fill with fresh grease via the two ports. Figure 7 Grease Nipple Locations...
Page 22: Belt Change
Belt Change Figure 8 Belt Guard Note: Bolt (2) is inside of guard.  To change the Edger belt remove the belt guard by loosening bolts (1) & (2) and sliding the belt guard up and off the machine.  Work the belt off each of the pulley’s and remove.