Brown Products E-104H, E-104H5.5 User Manual

OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

CONGRATULATIONS! You are now the owner of a Brown
EdgeMasterTM.

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! This manual will help you learn
how to operate and service your EdgeMasterTM correctly. Fail-
ure to read and follow the instructions of this manual could result
in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual should be
considered a permanent part of your EdgeMasterTM. All operators
should read and follow these instructions prior to operating the

EdgeMasterTM.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY............................................................................. 1

OPERATION....................................................................... 5

TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................... 7

WARRANTY........................................................................ 8

SERVICE........................................................................... 11

PARTS LIST....................................................................... 12

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................. 16

All information, including illustrations and speci­fi cations, contained in this manual are based on the
latest information available at the time of publica­tion. The right is reserved to make changes, when
deemed necessary, without notice.

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SAFETY

RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION

This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see
this symbol in this manual or on your

EdgeMasterTM, be alert to the potential for

personal injury.

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS

CAUTION is used for general reminders of

good safety practices

WARNING denotes a specifi c potential
hazard.

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DANGER is the most serious specifi c

potential hazard.

These signal words are used in conjunction
with the safety-alert symbol.

FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read owner/operator manual.
Replace missing or damaged safety decals.
Safety decals and this manual must be consid­ered a permanent part of your EdgeMasterTM.
Keep your EdgeMasterTM in proper repair. Safety
decals, manuals and replacement parts are avail­able through your BROWN dealer. Unauthorized
modifi cations to the BROWN EdgeMasterTM are
not recommended. This could impair the func­tion, safety, and machine life. For any part of this
manual that you do not understand, contact your

BROWN dealer.

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OPERATE EDGER SAFELY

Do not let anyone operate edger without reading this manual.
Keep edging area clear of people and pets.
Wear protective clothing and eye and footwear.
Do not use edger unless all guards are in place.
Reduce ground speed on slopes, rough ground, and corners.
Operate edger from handle bar position only.
Disengage blade prior to starting engine.
Do not run engine indoors.
Do not put hands or feet near or under blade.

Do not touch muffl er or other hot parts.
Do not lift edger when engine is running.
Do not leave edger unattended when engine is running.
Operate edger only in daylight.

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WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Wear close-fi tting clothing appropriate for the job.
Wear a hearing protective device to protect from loud or
uncomfortable noise.
Wear proper eye protection. Safety goggles are supplied with each
BROWN EdgeMasterTM.
Wear appropriate foot wear.
Wear gloves when changing or replacing blades.

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HANDLE FUEL SAFELY

Fuel is highly fl ammable. Handle with care.

Stop engine before refueling.

Do not refuel while smoking or near open fl ames.

Always fi ll fuel tank outdoors.

Keep edger clean of oil, grease, and dirt.

Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

Never store machine where fumes may reach fl ame or spark.

AVOID INJURY FROM THROWN OBJECTS

Before operating edger:

Be sure all guards are in place.
Clear all objects and debris that may be thrown by
blade from edging area.
Clear area of people and pets.

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AVOID ROTATING BLADE

Be sure blade guard is in place.

Do not adjust curb depth while blade is turning.

Do not put hands or feet near blade while engine is running.

READ AND FOLLOW SAFETY SIGNS

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTICE: NEW ENGINES SHIPPED WITH MACHINES ARE NOT

SERVICED. ADD OIL TO CRANKCASE BEFORE STARTING.

WARNING: GASOLINE IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND

IS EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

NOTE: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THE SAFETY,

OPERATING, MAINTENANCE, ETC. OF THE PARTICULAR ENGINE

SUPPLIED WITH YOUR BROWN EdgeMasterTM, SEE THE EN-

GINE OWNER’S MANUAL THAT IS SUPPLIED TO YOU WITH THE

EdgeMasterTM.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

1. CHECK MACHINE
A. Read and be familiar with equipment operating instructions.
B. Be sure you have the proper blade for your edging purpose. The
E-104H will accommodate blades up to 10” long. The blade must
have a 1/2” arbor hole.
C. Check blade retaining nut for tightness. Tighten blades hand tight
with an eight inch wrench. Do not overtighten nut if an impact
wrench is used.
D. Be sure belt and pulleys are properly aligned and adjusted. Be sure
belt stops are properly adjusted.
E. Check blade guard for proper alignment and tightness.
F. Check all other nuts and bolts for tightness.

2. CHECK ENGINE
A. Read and be familiar with manufacturer’s operating and safety
instructions for engine.

B. Check oil level and add if necessary. Do not over-fi ll.
C. Check air fi lter and clean frequently.
D. Use only clean fuel. Unleaded fuel is recommended in all engines.
E. Be sure muffl er and exhaust defl ector are installed, are in proper
position, and are in good operating condition.

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3. START ENGINE

A. Be sure belt tensioner is in disengaged position and that no tension
is on the belt.
B. Turn ignition to “ON” position.
C. Close choke if engine is cold.
D. Pull start cord rapidly.
E. As the engine warms, gradually move the choke lever to the

“OPEN” position.

WARNING: Do not operate the machine until area is cleared of
people, pets, automobiles, etc. that might be damaged
by projectiles.

WARNING! Do not operate machine without blade guard in place.

WARNING! Operator must wear eye protection when operating the

Edge Mastertm. (Eye goggles are provided with each
machine.)

4. ENGAGE BLADE / SET CUTTING DEPTH

CAUTION! Blade will begin to turn when the belt tensioner lever is

moved forward.

A. Move belt tensioner lever forward to tighten belt and set cutting
depth.
B. Insert locking pin into appropriate hole for desired cutting depth.

5. ADJUST CURB HEIGHT

CAUTION! adjust curb height before starting engine.

A. Place left rear tire of edger on the curb.
B. Loosen adjustment handle on front wheel assembly and right rear
wheel assembly.
C. Lift edger frame to level position by pushing the handle to the left
until frame is level.
D. Re-tighten wheel adjusting handles (The edger will work on curbs
up to 10” high.)
E. Proceed with operating procedures.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

A. Engine does not
start.

B. Other engine
problems.

C. Burning belts. 1. Pulleys worn

1. Engine switch in
“OFF” position.

2. Engine fl ooded.

3. Out of fuel.

4. Spark plug wire
loose or discon­ nected

5. Defective spark
plug.

1. ------------------- 1. See engine owner

excessively.

2. Pulleys out of
alignment.

1. Switch to “ON”
position.

2. Open choke
completely.

3. Fill fuel tank.

4. Reconnect wire

5. Replace spark
plug.

manual.

1. Replace pulley

2. Realign pulley

D. Excessive vibra­ tion.

1. Blade bent or
broken.

2. Blade bearings
worn.

1. Replace blade.

2. Replace bearings

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

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LIMITED WARRANTY

BROWN PRODUCTS INC. hereby warrants that Brown’s
EdgeMasterTM products will be free from defects in material and workman­ship under normal use according to the provisions and limitations herein set
forth. All parts, specifi cally EXCLUDING expendable “wear” parts, that be­come unserviceable, due to defective material or workmanship, within one
year / 12 months from date of the original retail purchase, shall, at Brown’s
option, be repaired or replaced.

LIMITATIONS

The obligations of Brown for breach of warranty shall be limited to
products manufactured by Brown; (1) that are installed, operated, and main­tained according to Brown’s instruction furnished and/or available to the pur­chaser upon request; (2) that are installed according to all other applicable
Federal, State, and Local codes or regulations; and (3) that the purchaser
substantiates were defective in material and workmanship notwithstanding
that they were properly installed and correctly maintained as set forth and
were not abused or misused.
The obligation of Brown shall be limited to replacing or repairing the
defective product, at the option of Brown. Brown shall not be responsible for
any labor or cost of removal or repairing or re-installment of its products and
shall not be liable for transportation costs to and from its plant in Midland
City, Alabama.
Use of parts for modifi cation or repair of the EdgeMasterTM or any com­ponent part thereof not authorized or manufactured by Brown specifi cally for
the EdgeMasterTM shall void this warranty.
This warranty shall not apply to any damage to or caused by; (1) FORCE
MAJEURE, Act of God, or other accident not related to an inherent product
defect; or (2) abuse, misuse, or neglect of the EdgeMasterTM, including any
damage caused by improper assembly, installation, adjustment, or faulty
instruction of the purchaser.
Other than as expressly set forth hereinabove, Brown makes no other
warranty, express or implied, with respect to the EdgeMasterTM, including but
not limited to any merchantability or fi tness for a particular purpose.
In no event shall Brown be responsible for any incidental or conse­quential damages of any nature suffered by purchaser or any other person
or entity caused in whole or in part by the EdgeMasterTM.
Any person or entity to whom this warranty extends and who claims
breach of warranty against Brown must bring suit thereon within one year
from the date of occurrence of such breach of warranty or be forever barred
from any and all legal or other remedies for such breach of warranty.

Brown is not responsible for and hereby disclaims any undertaking,

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representation, or warranty made by any dealer, distributor, or other person
that is inconsistent with or in any way more expansive than the provisions of
this limited warranty.
This warranty grants specifi c legal rights and shall be read in confor­mity with applicable state law. In some jurisdictions, the applicable law man­dates warranty provisions that provide greater rights than those provided
herein. In such case, this limited warranty shall be read to include such
mandated provisions; and any provision herein that is prohibited or unen­forceable in any such jurisdiction shall, as to such jurisdiction, be ineffective
to the extent of such prohibition or un-enforceability without invalidating the
remaining provisions and without affecting the validity of enforceability of
such provisions in any other jurisdiction(s).

STATEMENT OF POLICY

In accordance with our established policy of constant improvement, we
reserve the right to amend these specifi cations at any time without notice.

ENGINE WARRANTY

Warranty of all engines and engine parts is the sole responsibility
of the particular engine manufacturer. See engine warranty in the engine
manual. Engine problems must be checked and approved for warranty by an
authorized engine manufacturer’s service center. Brown Products Inc. is not
an authorized service center for any engine manufacturer and accepts no
responsibility for engine warranties, either expressed or implied.

WARRANTY BY MANUFACTURER

Dealer/distributor understands and agrees that the manufacturer ex­tends only the following warranty to its customers. In the event dealer/
distributor extends any additional warranty such as enlarging the scope or
period of warranty or undertaking a warranty of fi tness for any particular
purpose or obligation not encompassed in manufacturer’s warranty, dealer/
distributor shall be solely responsible therefore and shall have no recourse
against manufacturer with respect thereto.

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SERVICE

1. ENGINE SERVICE

A. See owner’s manual for service, maintenance require­ ments and procedures for engine.

2. EDGER SERVICE

A. Check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness before initial
operation and periodically thereafter.

B. Check blade periodically. If worn excessively, replace.

C. Check belt for wear. If necessary, replace.

D. Check tension on belt and adjust if necessary.

WARNING! MAKE CERTAIN THAT BLADE BOLT AND
NUT ARE TIGHT AND IN GOOD CONDITION. INSPECT
FREQUENTLY.

E-104H EdgeMasterTM

PARTS LIST

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REF.

NO.

1 E-100-001 GUARD, BLADE 10” 1

2 12-32A TIRE AND WHEEL ASSY. 3

3 E-100-003 HANDLE ASSY. 1

4 E-200-002 BELT 2

5 E-100-005 BLADE, EDGER, 10” 1

5A E200-029-10 BLADE, EDGER, 10” STAR

5B E200-029-09 BLADE, EDGER, 9” STAR

6 12-02 HANDLE GRIP 2

7 E-100-007 LEVER, BELT TENSIONER 1

8 E-200-008 ROD, BELT TENSIONER CONTROL 1

9 E-100-009 ROD END 2

10 E-200-010 IDLER ARM 1

11 12-22-2 PULLEY, IDLER 1

12 E-100-012 BELT GUARD (FRONT) 1

13 E-200-013 BELT GUARD (REAR) 1

14 E-200-014 BLADE BOLT ASSY.

15 12-16 SPINDLE BEARING 2

16 780-09 PULLEY, SPINDLE 1

17 E-200-017 SPINDLE ARM 1

17A E-200-018 BUSHING 1

18 701-02-2 PULLEY, ENGINE 1

NS E-100-020 DECAL, WARNING 2

NS E-100-021 DECAL, DANGER 1

21 E-200-023 WHEEL ADJUSTING HANDLE 2

23 E-20-025 RUBBER FLAP 1

24 E-100-026 HANDLE GRIP, LEVER 1

25 E-200-027 SPINDLE 1

26 E-100-031 INNER WHEEL SLIDE 2

27 E-200-032 FRAME 1

28 12-05 SPRING, IDLER ARM 1

29 E-100-036 SPRING, LEVER 1

NS 12-19 1/4” x 1 1/2” KEY, SPINDLE PULLEY 1

NS E-100-038 3/16” x 1 1/4” KEY, ENGINE PULLEY 1

32 E-100-039 BLADE GUARD CLAMP 1

PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

REQ.

(1/2” X 8 1/2” Gr. 8 w/ lock nut)

1

* NS = Not Shown

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A S S E M B L Y I N S T R U C T I O N S

E D G E M A S T E R M O D E L E – 1 0 4

Refer to references and drawing on pages 11 and 12.
Bolts, nuts and washers provided.

STEP 1 :
Bolt the handle (3) onto the frame using four 3/8” x 2” bolts and 3/8” ny­lon lock nuts.

STEP 2 :
Raise or lower the spindle arm assembly (17) until it is parallel to the
ground. Place some object under the bearing housing to temporarily hold
the housing assembly in place while attaching the belt tensioner control rod.

STEP 3 :
Install the belt tensioner control rod (8) by attaching the control rod end (9)
through the ½” hole located on the belt tensioner lever (7) using a 7/16”
x 1 ½” bolt, 7/16” lock washer and 7/16” nylon lock nut. This 7/16” lock
washer also serves as a spacer between the tensioner lever (7) and the con­trol rod end (9). The control rod end (9) should be mounted onto the outer
side of the handle.

STEP 4 :
Place the belt tensioner lever (7) in the uppermost position on the tensioner
adjuster graduator.

STEP 5 :
Attach the lower lower control rod end (9) to the inner side of the spindle
control bar using a 7/16” x 1 ½” bolt, 7/16” lock washer and a 7/16” nylon
lock nut. This 7/16” lock washer also serves as a spacer between the spin­dle control bar and the control rod end.

STEP 6 :
Adjustments may need to be made by turning the control rod ends to ei­ther lengthen or shorten the tensioner control rod as needed to maintain the
spindle arm assembly in a near level position and to insure that the idler pul­ley is not touching the belts. Remove the object being used to maintain the
spindle arm in a near level position, move the tensioner lever to the lowest
position/hole on the ten- sion adjuster graduator.

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STEP 6 : (cont.)
Adjust the control rod ends as necessary to maintain the bottom of the front
belt guard to be no less than 3/8” above the ground. (Be sure the idler pul­ley is still not touching the belts.) After adjustment, tighten the lock nuts
on the rod ends and the bolts securing the rod ends to the machine.

STEP 7 :
Add unleaded gasoline and oil as directed in the engine manual. Read en­gine and EDGEMASTER operating instructions before operating.

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