EDGER Model EV3850x4B 3.8 Horsepower 9 Inch Blade Edge / Bevel Cut Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY STATEMENT . . . . . . SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS . . . . ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 5 6 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART . . REPAIR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 accidental starting when setting–up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and put wire where it cannot contact the spark plug . S Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the Edger. Keep them away while it is operating.
Safe Storage SAFETY RULES spect the Edger for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating it. S Always refer to the owner’s manual instructions for important details if the Edger is to be stored for an extended period. S If Edger should start to vibrate abnormally, stop engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
SAFETY RULES INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each symbol. Control And Operating Symbols Slow Fast Fuel Oil WARNING Rotating Parts. Stop Engine. Disconnect Spark Wire Before Making Adjustments. WARNING Safety Warning Symbols WARNING Thrown Objects. Keep Bystanders Away. IMPORTANT Read Owner’s Manual Before Operating This Machine.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 1 – Control Rod Parts Packed Separately In Carton 1 – Owner’s Manual (not shown) 1 – Container Of Oil 2 – Hair Pin 1 – Control Rod 1 – Hair Pin 1 – Container of Oil from the carton. WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while assembling the Edger. 2. Cut down all four corners of the carton. 3. Remove the packing material positioned around the front and rear of the unit. Leave the packing material on the bottom of the unit until the control rod is assembled.
ASSEMBLY HOW TO RAISE THE HANDLE 1. Loosen the knobs and raise the upper handle to the upright position. See Figure 2. 5. Insert the other end of the control rod, from RIGHT to LEFT, through the hole in the depth control lever and fasten with hair pin. See Figure 4. 2. Tighten the knobs. Make sure the knobs are to the outside of the handles as shown in Figure 2. 6. Move the depth control lever forward to the STARTING and TRANSPORT position. 3.
ASSEMBLY HOW TO PREPARE THE ENGINE ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN OIL OR GASOLINE See the engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use. Before you use the unit, read the information on safety, operation, maintenance, and storage. This Edger was shipped with a 20 ounce container of SAE30 motor oil. Add this oil to the engine before operating. To fill the crankcase, remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and add the SAE30 motor oil. DO NOT OVERFILL.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR EDGER READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERATE the Edger. To familiarize yourself with the location of the controls, compare the illustrations with your Edger. Save this manual for future reference.
EYE PROTECTION OPERATION Always wear safety glasses. If you wear eye glasses, put a Wide Vision Safety Mask over your eye glasses. WARNING: Debris thrown from the Edger can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when operating the Edger. HOW TO USE THE INDEX LEVER Bevel edging cuts a trench and reduces the need to edge as often. WARNING: While the engine is running, never leave the Edger.
OPERATION HOW TO USE THE DEPTH CONTROL LEVER WARNING: When the engine runs, the blade will rotate. To prevent injury, keep hands and feet away from blade. 1. Start the engine. HOW TO STOP THE EDGER 2. To lower the cutting blade, pull the depth control lever back. 1. Move the depth control lever forward to raise the blade. Then, release the engine stop lever. See Figure 8. 3. Select the edging depth that you need. There are three selections with an approximately depth of two inches.
OPERATION HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE mately two seconds between each push. See Figure 10. To stop the engine, release the engine stop lever. If the engine continues to run, move the throttle control to the STOP position. If the engine will not stop, hold a screwdriver against the spark plug and against the engine cooling fins. The spark will go to ground and the engine will stop. HOW TO START THE ENGINE WARNING: When the engine runs, the blade will rotate.
EDGING TIPS OPERATION S Edging is best performed when conditions are dry. If the soil is to wet, dirt becomes packed around the blade causing premature belt wear and decreased performance. S If dirt does become packed around the blade, stop the engine and remove the wire from the spark plug. Remove the packed dirt and debris from the blade. S For deep edging, first cut at shallow depths. Then, cut at greater depths until the desired depth is obtained.
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECORDS Fill in dates as you complete regular service. After First 2 Hours Before Each Use Often Lubricate All Pivot Points Before Each Season Before Storage SERVICE DATES √ √ Check Engine Oil Level √ √ √ Check Spark Plug √ √ Check Drive Belt √ Check Blade For Wear Or Damage √ √ GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS ENGINE MAINTENANCE Use the following maintenance section to keep your unit in good operating condition.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REMOVE THE BELT 5. To compress the spring and release tension on the belt, push the blade bearing housing back toward the engine (see Figure 12). The belt made of a special compound. If the belt becomes worn or breaks, replace the belt with an original equipment belt. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 6. Carefully note the twist of the belt around the engine pulley. Remove the old belt. Replace with an original equipment belt. 2.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO REPLACE THE BLADE The blade is subject to wear and damage, such as nicks and dents. This will not generally affect its function. 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. The blade is designed to not require sharpening. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade. The blade is also reversible. If nicks or dents are excessive, remove the blade and turn it around. This will provide a fresh cutting edge. Replace the blade if both sides are worn or damaged. 2.
STORAGE SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT der. Slowly pull the recoil–start grip so that the oil will protect the cylinder. Install a new spark plug in the cylinder. WARNING: Never store the Edger indoors with fuel in the fuel tank. Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer. 5. Clean the dirt and debris from the cylinder cooling fins and the engine housing. 6. Completely clean the Edger. 7.
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. Carburetor out of adjustment See Carburetor Adjustment section. Fouled spark plug Clean and set spark plug gap. Dirty air filter Replace air filter. Plugged air filter Replace air filter. Debris interfering with blade Clean debris from blade. Loose blade Tighten blade nut.
MODEL EV3850x4B 10 100 321 317 318 12 21 321 329 20 334 332 302 22 301 311 310 316 315 328 314 305 300 320 313 321 343714C KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. 10 12 20 21 22 100 300 301 302 305 310 311 313 ––––– 0025x6 52052 338490 120580 740124E245 740096 51603 412281 32668 331076E245 002x53 15x88 Engine Screw Pulley, V3L Key, Hi Pro #505 Screw, Set Frame, Edger Quill Assembly Spring Spring Pin Belt, V4L Blade Guard Bolt, Carriage Nut, 5/16–18 F–041104L 19 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
MODEL EV3850x4B 418 412 416 419 422 417 420 423 405 409 421 411 427 406 423 408 407 415 410 428 425 424 426 403 423 428 427 REF. FRONT WHEEL ARM 402 REF. FRAME ASSY. REF.
MODEL EV3850x4B F–041104L KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. 401 Bolt, 5/16–18x.75 711558 402 Nut, 5/16–18 015x79 403 Lower Handle 740128E701 405 Handle, Depth 740130E701 406 Screw 180081 407 Spring, Compression 25644 408 Nut, 5/16–18 015x43 409 Brkt, Adj. Quadrant 740143E701 410 Rope Guide 672510 411 Screw, 1/4–20x1.
MODEL EV3850x4B 116 118 117 103 117 138 106 117 103 105 116 118 117 107 104 101 111 110 109 138 114 112 113 344943 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. KEY NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
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HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Only use a factory repair part. Repair parts, except for the engine or the transmission, are available from the store where the unit was purchased, a service shop recommended by the store, or an authorized service shop found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory. If you cannot get a repair part or service as described above, call or write to the Central Parts Distributor shown below.
