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FIGURE 12
MAINTENANCE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual included with your edger for
a detailed description of all engine-related service specications.
REPLACING DAMAGED OR WORN BLADE:
CAUTION
SHARP EDGES OF EDGETRIMMER BLADE CAN CUT
YOU DURING BLADE MAINTENANCE OR ADJUST
MENT. USE SUITABLE COVERING OVER CUTTING EDG
ES OF BLADE TO PREVENT BODILY HARM.
1. Turn off the engine switch.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and set
it aside.
3. Lower the head and use the ground to prevent the blade from
rotating.
4. Loosen the nut holding the blade in place. Remove the nut
and clamp washer. See Figure 12.
5. Replace blade with a new blade and secure it with a clamp
washer and nut.
6. Reconnect the spark plug wire.
LUBRICATION
WHEELS
Lubricate the wheels and bearings at least once a season with
a light oil. Also if the wheeels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of
the wheel with light oil.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade depth control lever
and, if applicable, the curb height adjustment lever with light
oil at least once a season.
WARNING
IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, OR FAILURE TO CORRECT
A PROBLEM BEFORE OPERATION CAN CAUSE A MAL
FUNCTION. ALWAYS FOLLOW THE INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SCHED
ULES INCLUDED WITH THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
CHECK ENGINE REGULARLY FOR LOOSE NUTS AND
BOLTS. KEEP THESE ITEMS TIGHTENED.
TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY AREAS
MAY EXCEED 150° F 65° C. AVOID THESE AREAS.
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING:
• ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND COOL.
• SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE REMOVED FROM
SPARK PLUG BEFORE CHECKING AND ADJUST
ING ENGINE OR EQUIPMENT.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS CAN RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Operator’s Manual
Edger
For additional information visit online at www.brutepower.com or call 800-743-4115 M-F 8-5 CST 15
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