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- Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 2.8 HORSEPOWER, 4-stroke engine 9 INCH BLADE MODEL:400028 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all of this S afety R ules and Operating Instructions. www.Ardisam.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
WARRANTY STATEMENT LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON ARDISAM EDGER For two years from the date of purchase, when this Ardisam Edger is maintained, lubri- cated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Ardisam will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship. -
Page 3: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Edger. WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: “Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved.” Operating Safety WARNING: To prevent acciden- tal starting when setting-up, S Never allow children or young teenagers to transporting, adjusting or mak- operate the Edger. - Page 4 SAFETY RULES Safe Storage prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly in- spect the Edger for any damage, and re- S Always refer to the owner’s manual instruc- pair the damage before restarting and tions for important details if the Edger is to operating it.
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Page 5: International Symbols
SAFETY RULES INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature sup- plied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each symbol. Control And Operating Symbols Slow Fast Fuel... -
Page 6: Assembly
A S S E MB LY A S S E MB LY P arts P ac ked S eparately In C arton 1 - Ower's Manual (not s hown) 2 - Hair P in 2 - Hair P in R E MOV E T HE E DG E R WA R NING : A lways wear s afety glas s es or eye s hields while as... - Page 7 A S S E MB LY HOW T O R A IS E T HE HA NDL E 1. Loos en the knobs and rais e the upper 3. Ins ert the end of the c ontrol rod from handle to the upright pos ition. S ee left to right through the hole in the quill F igure 2.
- Page 8 ASSEMBLY HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE Fill With Oil How To Add The Engine Oil This Edger was shipped without a container of 1. Put the Edger on a level surface. SAE30 motor oil. Add this oil to the engine 2.
- Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST For the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product, please review the following checklist before you operate the Edger: All assembly instructions have been completed. Check carton. Make sure no loose parts remain in the carton. All fasteners have been properly tight- ened.
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Page 10: Operation
OPERATION KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERA TE the Edger . T o familiarize yourself with the location of the controls, compare the illustrations with your Edger . Save this manual for future reference. ENGINE Throttle Choke... - Page 11 OPERATION HOW TO STOP THE EDGER Emergency Stopping Clutch Lever To immediately stop the engine and the blade, move the throttle control to the STOP position. Normal Stopping First, move the clutch lever back to the DIS- ENGAGED position. Then, move the throttle control to SLOW, then to STOP (if Figure 7 equipped) See Figure 7.
- Page 12 OPERATION HOW TO USE THE INDEX LEVER 1. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2. Loosen the front wheel knob shown in Figure 10. Slide the front wheel all the way to the right side. 3.
- Page 13 OPERATION HOW TO USE THE CURB-HOPPING FEATURE Because only the front wheel are adjustable, wheel until the front wheel is level with the Edger can be used on the even surfaces, the rear wheels and the unit is setting such as the shown in Figure 13. on the curb as shown in Figure 13.
- Page 14 OPERATION HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE Emergency Stopping 6. Move the choke control lever to the CHOKE position (Figure 14). To immediately stop the engine and the blade, move the throttle control to the STOP 7. To start engine, hold the recoil starter position.
- Page 15 OPERATION EDGING TIPS S Edging is best performed when conditions are dry. If the soil is to wet, dirt becomes packed around the blade causing prema- ture belt wear and decreased perfor- mance. S If dirt does become packed around the blade, stop the engine and remove the wire from the spark plug.
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Page 16: Maintenance
Check Blade For √ Wear Or Damage PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Model No.: 400028 The warranty on this Edger does not cover items that have been subjected to operator Horse Power: abuse or negligence. To receive full value Displacement: 9.02 cu. in. - Page 17 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION 4. Remove the oil fill cap. Fill the engine crankcase. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. After each 25 hours, apply a small amount of See “Product Specifications” for amount engine oil to all moving parts, particularly the and type of oil. Install the oil fill cap. wheels.
- Page 18 Do not change the governor setting. Over speeding the engine above the fac- tory setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine governor needs an ad- justment, contact your nearest Ardisam Service Center.
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Page 19: Service And Adjustment
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REMOVE THE BELT The belt made of a special compound. If the 4. Loosen, do not remove, the screw that belt becomes worn or breaks, replace the holds the belt guide. Then, move the belt with an original equipment belt. belt guide away from the belt. - Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REPLACE THE BLADE The blade is subject to wear and damage, 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the such as nicks and dents. This will not gener- spark plug. ally affect its function. 2. Remove the blade locknut that holds The blade is designed to not require sharp- the blade to the drive shaft.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT STORAGE parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, WARNING: Never store the fuel hose, and tank during storage. Also, Edger indoors with fuel in the using alcohol-blended fuels (called gaso- fuel tank. Never store in an en- hol, ethanol or methanol) can attract closed, poorly ventilated area where moisture which leads to separation and...
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Page 22: Troubleshooting Table
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine difficult to start Stale fuel Drain fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel. Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter Dirt in fuel tank or out of fuel Clean fuel tank. Engine runs erratically Engine runs erratically Carburetor out of adjustment Take unit to a Sears Service Center. -
Page 23: Edger Repair Parts
ARDISAM 400028 R E PA IR PA R T S 12-1 323095 F DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. 2.8 HP Engine - - - - Cover, Engine Pulley 331281E201 Plate, Engine Spacer 1701036 Screw, 5/16 24x3.00 181624 Screw , 5/16- 1 8X3.0... -
Page 24: Repair Parts
ARDISAM 400028 REPAIR PARTS REF. FRAME ASSEMBLY 331765 E DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Front Wheel Arm 339299E201 Knob, Rectangle 20252 Front Curb Hopper 740132 Flatwasher 22265 Pushnut, Washer 338614 45905 Plastic Washer 325892 Screw, 5/16−18x.63 51333 Spacer, Height Adjust... - Page 25 ARDISAM 400028 REPAIR PARTS REF. SUPPORT BRKT. REF. 323129 E FRAME ASSY. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Flatwasher 710083 Quill Assembly 338070 Quill Support 338656E201 Lever, Index 308466 Bolt, 3/8−16 308254 Spring, Torsion 308155 Flatwasher 120396 Nut, 5/16−18 1498 Nut, 3/8−16...
- Page 26 ARDISAM 400028 REPAIR PARTS REF. UPPER HANDLE 343718 A DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Bolt, 5/16−18x1.75 315288 Screw, 5/16−18x.63 51333 Knob, Wing 5/16−18 71294 Control Rod 580292E701 Lower Handle 740127E701 Hair Pin 36368 Nut, 5/16−18 1498 Hair Pin 36368...
- Page 27 ARDISAM 400028 REPAIR PARTS 323136 F DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Upper Handle 740147 Spring, Compression 25644 Selector Plate 310052E701 Nut, 5/16−18 1498 Screw, 1/4−20x1.25 180024 Grip, Hand 56924 Nut, 1/4−20 782585 Stud 310053 Depth Adjust Handle 310050E701 Nut, 3/8−16 1499 Screw, 5/16−18x1.25...
- Page 28 ARDISAM 400028 R E PA IR PA R T S 343720B DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Screw , 5/16- 1 8 190628 103 Axle 300863 Washer 120393 105 Spacer, Sleeve 1701056 Spacer, Sleeve 51887 Tire & Rim 1502190 Tire & Rim...
- Page 29 ARDISAM 400028 REPAIR PARTS REF. QUILL ASSY. 332247 E DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. Blade Guard 331076E201 Screw, 1/4 20x.50 710264 Bolt, Carriage 2x53 Cover, Quill Pulley 53405E201 Nut, 5/16 18 15x88 Screw, 10 16x.50 26x245 Guide, Belt Front...
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