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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Mantis Edger correctly, we guaran- tee you’ll love it. So first, please read this manual and watch the enclosed video. They show, step by step, how to use your edger safely and how to get the best edging results. Blade Replacement ... 16 Maintenance ... -
Page 3: Safety Rules & Warnings
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING! STAY ALERT! WARNING • DANGER WARNING • DANGER IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS EDGER OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER WEAR HEARING AND EYE PROTECTION. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals ▲ ▲... -
Page 4: Safety Decal Information
27. ▲ IF THE EDGER IS USED IMPROPERLY OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED, THE USERS RISK SERIOUS INJURY TO THEMSELVES AND OTHERS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS EDGER. - Page 5 The edger, as well as fuel, should not be stored in a house. Warnings - Don’ts Don’t use edger with one hand. Keep both hands on handles with fingers and thumbs encircling the handles, while blade is moving and engine is running.
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Page 6: Assembly
AUTHORIZED MANTIS DEALER Your Mantis Edger comes partially assembled; you must install the handlebars and clip in the throttle cable. The Mantis Edger can be assembled by one person, but will be easier with help from a second person. Assembly will take just a few minutes if you follow the directions. -
Page 7: Edger Diagram
KEY # see pages 26 & 27 for parts explosion Mantis Edger Parts List DESCRIPTION Screw M5 x 36 mm Nut Nyloc 5mm Main Body Handle Right Handle Left Handle Cross Brace Handle Clamp Bolt 1/4” x 5.5” Knob NOTE: Please use the Part No. - Page 8 Step 3 Insert the bolt through the right handle (with the throttle trigger) and through the main body of the Edger with the point of the plas- tic washer facing down towards the blades. Step 2 Slip the flat handle clamp (key #48) onto the long bolt (key #52) so that the hex head fits into the recessed area.
- Page 9 Step 6 Line up the holes in the brace with the holes in the handle tubing and attach the brace with one screw (key #1) and one nut (key #2) on each side. Your Mantis Edger is now fully assembled!
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Page 10: Important Note
Fuel Mix and Fueling Your Mantis Edger is powered by a two-stroke, air cooled engine which requires a fuel mixture of gasoline and two-cycle oil. Use a mixture of 50 parts unleaded regular gasoline and 1 part two-cycle oil (50:1). Use branded 89 octane (R+M+2) unleaded gasoline or gasohol (max. -
Page 11: Starting Instructions
Place the start/stop switch into the “start” position (Picture 1). Lay the Edger flat on the ground for the following steps. Pull out the choke button to close the engine choke (Picture 2). Locate the purge bulb on the upper right of the engine, in front of the fuel tank (Picture 3). -
Page 12: Additional Information
The engine will stop at once. About the Choke The choke controls the amount of air drawn into the engine. Your edger will run only if the choke is open - that is, if the choke button is pushed in. -
Page 13: Starting A Flooded Engine
What To Do Just In Case If you follow the normal starting procedure, you should have no problem starting your edger. But, just in case you do have problems, here’s what to do. Make sure the start/stop switch is on “start.” You’d be sur- prised how many people forget to slide the switch into the “start”... -
Page 14: Edging Instructions
The Mantis Edger is very easy and simple to use. For some people, it may take a few edgings to become an expert. Thoroughly inspect the area where the edger is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, and other foreign objects. - Page 15 “kisses” the concrete edge and acts as a guide (Picture 6). Edger blades are made from high tensile hardened spring steel and will last a long time. Once the edge is established, the second and subsequent times around are very fast.
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Page 16: Blade Replacement
Blade Replacement 1. Stop engine. Unplug the spark plug wire. Clean area around dust cover and pry debris out with a screw- driver (Picture 1). 2. Through dust cover, place 14mm or 9/16” socket wrench. On blade end of shaft, place 18mm or adjustable wrench on blade nut (Picture 2). -
Page 17: Maintenance
Maintenance Check the Air Filter Often A wet or dirty air filter can affect the way your engine starts, performs, and wears. So, it’s a good idea to check your air filter at least once a month. If you work in dusty soil, or if you want to be on the safe side - then check your filter more often (for instance, before each use). - Page 18 Maintenance Clear Blockages From the Fuel Line and Filter After you’ve used your Edger for a few seasons, check for blockages in the fuel tank and fuel filter. Such blockages can keep your Edger from starting. Clear any blockages you see in the tank, fuel filter, or fuel line.
- Page 19 Maintenance What To Do If Your Engine Runs “Rough” If your engine runs “rough” or stalls, you may need to adjust the carburetor and idle screws. If you remove the air-cleaner cover, you’ll see the two carburetor adjustment screws, next to the black choke button.
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Page 20: Storage
Each fall - or before you store your Mantis Edger for any long period - be sure to take these measures: 1. Do not store your Edger with fuel still in it. Even under ideal conditions, stored fuel containing ethanol or MTBE can start to go stale in 30 days. - Page 21 Edger. Again, Check the Carburetor If your Edger won’t restart in the spring - or if it lacks its usual power - the carburetor may need attention. Follow the steps on page 18 for adjusting the H and L screws (Picture 2).
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Page 22: Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Engine fails to start Engine hard to start. Engine misses. Engine overheats. Troubleshooting Tips Cause Start/Stop switch is in Stop position. No fuel in tank. Fuel strainer clogged. Fuel line clogged. Spark plug shorted or fouled. Spark plug is broken (cracked porcelain or electrodes broken) Ignition lead wire shorted, broken or disconnected from spark plug. - Page 23 Troubleshooting Tips Problem Engine lacks power. Engine noisy or knocking. Engine stalls under load. Cutting blade does not turn when operating. Gear case leaking. Noisy gears. Cause Air filter clogged. Carburetor out of adjustment. Muffler clogged. Clogged exhaust ports. Spark Arrestor clogged. Poor compression.
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Page 24: Specifications
Engine Specifications Dry Weight Type of Engine Rotation Bore Stroke Spark Plug Fuel Fuel Oil Ratio Gasoline Displacement Exhaust System Carburetor Ignition System Starter Fuel Tank Capacity Starter System Clutch Service Maintenance Guide Area Air Filter Spark Plug Carburetor Cooling System Muffler (Spark Arrestor) Gear Housing Blades... - Page 25 NOTES:...
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Page 28: Engine Parts Assemblies
SV-4B1E Engine Parts Carburetor Air Cleaner & Muffler PART 13001042032 90023805020 17851004560 13030104560 17881005230 13041005360 90024205057 89012140630 90052800005 13032611521 13031004560 17851504560 17851600830 12520013122 13001642031 PART DESCRIPTION 12520013122 Carburetor Asy Includes the following: 12534405360 Screw 12536308560 Ring 12538108660 Pump, Purge 12531005360 Screw 12538305360 Base, Purge... -
Page 29: Fuel Tank
SV-4B1E Engine Fuel Tank Starter, Pawl Catcher & Clutch NOTE: Please use the Part No. when ordering any parts PART QTY DESCRIPTION 90027505015 Screws 5x15 90060300005 Washers 13100511820 Tank, Fuel 13201011520 Pipe 3x5x210 13130056430 Valve, Check 13011100530 Clip, Pipe 13131244330 Pipe 3x 5x 70 13201049030 Pipe 3x6x50... - Page 30 NOTES:...
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Page 32: Limited Warranty Information
This warranty covers all portions of the MANTIS Edger. MANTIS will repair or, at its option, replace any defective part or parts of the product free of charge.
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