How To Operate The Edger - Husqvarna LE389 Operator's Manual

How To Operate The Edger

The edger is designed to cut a small trench along
sidewalks and driveways or to trim close to trees,
flower beds, lampposts, etc. The main reason for
edging is to enhance the overall appeal of the yard. A
cleanly−edged yard gives a nice, overall finished look.
Always dress properly to protect against flying debris.
Wear substantial shoes, long pants and close−fitting
clothes that are not likely to get caught in the
machinery. Also, make sure to wear safety glasses or
goggles.
Thrown debris can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can cause severe eye damage.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while
you assemble, operate or do maintenance to
the unit.
To reduce the risk of flying debris, inspect the area
and remove any stones, sticks or other objects that
could be thrown by the edger.
If the lawn has not been edged in a while, it may take
several passes to obtain a nice, clean edge.
Because the front wheel and the right rear wheel are
adjustable, the edger can be used on uneven
surfaces, such as the curb shown in Figure 21.
NOTE: References to the right or left side of the edger
are from the viewpoint of the operator's position
behind the unit.
1 Before you start the engine, move the depth
control lever (C) back until the blade (A) will not
contact the ground.
2 When edging along a concrete driveway or
sidewalk, set the wheels on the concrete and
position the blade along the left side of the
driveway. To position the edger on a curb, see the
"Curb-hop feature" section. To keep the blade from
hitting the driveway, make sure to keep the blade
guide (B) aligned with the side of the driveway
(see Figure 20).
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3 Start the engine. See "How To Start The Engine".
4 Move the depth control lever forward to lower the
blade. Do not try to edge too deep. It may take
several passes to obtain a nice clean edge.
5 Stand behind the edger and firmly hold the handle
(D). See Figure 20. As the blade begins to cut,
slowly move forward.
6 Proceed at a moderate pace until you are
comfortable with the handling of the edger.
NOTE: To operate on a curb, see the "Curb-hop
feature" section.
Figure 20: Operation Of Edger
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C
A
B
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