Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times as the rotating blade can cause injury. 4. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. 5. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the edger for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the edger. 6. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of

Additional adjustment can be made by unscrewing the axle bolt and using the different holes in the end of the wheel bracket assembly. Ref. No. 24. By becoming familiar with all the controls and adjustments before you operate your edger you will be able to easily adjust your edger to a variety of cutting and trimming conditions. While the engine is running, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS except with the engine control or the depth control adjustment. 1. Fill the crankcase with oil. See

If these items cannot be obtained locally, order by part number and size as shown or parts list. The engine is not under warranty by the edger manufacturer. If repairs or service is needed on the engine, please contact your nearest authorized engine service outlet. Check the “Yellow Pages" of your telephone book under “Engines — Gasoline.” Find It Fast In The Yellow Pages 11 PARTS; INFORMATION POWER EQUIPMENT PARTS AND SERVICE Parts and service are available through the authorized sjrvice

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. PRINTED IN U.S.A READ SAFETY RULES AND

Make certain that all loose parts and literature are removed from carton before carton is dis-carded. SHOULDER BOLT (A) BELLEVILLE WASHER (B) HEX NUT (D) 2. Place lower handle into the slots in the rear frame. See figure 3. 3. Line up holes in handle with holes in frame. See figure 3. 4. Secure rear wheels (P) and lower handle (M) to frame with shoulder bolts (A), belleville washers (B), lock washers (C) and hex nuts (D). See figure 3. FIGURE 3. HEX NUT (D) LOCK WASH 5. Assemble the f

Then place axle through one wheel so the hub of the wheel is to the outside of the unit. Next place axle through spacer (D), the other wheel (hub to the outside of the unit) and through second support arm. See figure 4. Secure with push cap (E) by tapping it on with a hammer. See figure 5. It is necessary to hold a block of wood or a second hammer against the push cap on the other side of the axle. 5. Secure the front wheels and axle in position using two hairpin cotters (A). See figure 5. 6.

See figure 3. 3. Line up holes in handle with holes in frame. See figure 3. 4- Secure rear wheels (P) and lower handle (M) to frame with shoulder bolts (A), belleville washers (B) (cupped side of washer against the frame), lock washers (C) and hex nuts (D). See figure 3. FRONT WHEEL BELLEVILLE WASHER (B) LOCK WASHER (C) HEX NUT. (D) Assemble the front wheel (0) as shown in figure 4. Place shoulder bolt (A) through wheel, then belleville washer (B) (between wheel and frame, cupped side a

See figure 15. 5. Reassemble the belt cover, making sure the new belt is over the engine pulley. 6. When tightening the castle nut, only tightt., enough to line up hole in bolt for cotter pin. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Belt cover must pivot freely. See figure 15. 8 FIGURE 15 7. Set edger back on its wheels. Replace spark plug wire. OFF-SEASON STORAGE The following steps should be taken to prepare unit for storage. 1. Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly. 2. Refer to engine manual for correct e

Refer to figure 10. FIGURE 12 I BLADE PLANE ADJUSTMENT The cutting blade can be adjusted to eight positions from vertical to horizontal. To adjust, release tie adjustment lever on the pivot bracket and rotate ihe spindle housing. Place adjustment lever in nolch desired. See figure 13. When the blade is adjusted toward the horizontal position, the front wheels must also be adjusted. Remove the two hairpin cotters and slide the spacer and wheel to the right as shown in figure 14. Reinsert the