Little Wonder Xtra User Manual

LITTLE WONDER®

OPERATOR/OWNER MANUAL

AND

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

for

EDGER

2003, LITTLE WONDER, Div. Schiller-Pfeiffer, Inc.

Patents Granted in USA and Australia.

US Patent No. 5,826,667. Other US patents pending.

Design registrations Granted in

USA, Australia, Japan, Great Britain

Patent Pending on Cross-Blade System.

IMPORTANT MANUAL – DO NOT THROW AWAY

Manual always to be available for reference or instructing new operators

SUPERVISORS,THIS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

IMPROPER USE

CAN CAUSE

SERIOUS INJURY

MAKE SURE THIS MANUAL IS READ

AND CAREFULLY

UNDERSTOOD

BEFORE STARTING

OR OPERATING

THIS EQUIPMENT

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

SERVICE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

ARTS AND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ASSEMBLING THE XTRA EDGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

FUEL MIX AND FUELING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

TARTING AND

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . .10

PERATING INSTRUCTIONS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

IR AND

FUEL FILTER

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . .13

NGINE

IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . .13

UTTER BLADE R

EPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

UBRICATION OF

GEARS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

HECKING THE SPARK PLUG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

HECKING THE MUFFLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

ARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

ARTS BREAKDOWN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

NGINE PARTS

LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

NGINE PARTS BREAKDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

ODY WORKSHOP MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

ARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

INTRODUCTION

This Manual contains operating, assembling, safety and maintenance instructions for the Little Wonder Gasoline Powered Xtra Edger.

This professional edging machine was designed to the highest standards to ensure you many hours of uninterrupted service.

Pay special attention to the safety precautions outlined on pages 4 to 7. Allow only persons who understand this Manual to operate the Xtra Edger.

To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your Xtra Edger, it is important that you read and understand the maintenance and safety precautions before using the edger. Contact your Little Wonder dealer or the Little Wonder distributor in your area if you do not understand or cannot carry out any of the instructions in this Manual.

ERVICE INFORMATION

Contact your authorized Little Wonder dealer for service.

WARNING

As with any power tool, some special

safety precautions must be observed

to reduce the risk of personal injury.

Careless or improper use may cause

serious or even fatal injury.

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SAFETY WARNINGS

THE PURPOSE OF SAFETY WARNING AND NOTES IN THIS MANUAL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE DANGERS AND THE EXPLANATIONS WITH THEM DESERVE YOUR CAREFUL ATTENTION

AND UNDERSTANDING. THE SAFETY WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL AND

ON THE XTRA EDGER DO NOT, BY THEMSELVES, ELIMINATE ANY

DANGER. THE INSTRUCTIONS OR WARNINGS THEY GIVE ARE NOT

SUBSTITUTES FOR PROPER ACCIDENT PREVENTION MEASURES.

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WARNING: Failure to obey a

safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others.

NOTE: Advises you of information

or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

13 Blade cover reduces the risk of flying

debris and direct contact with the feet or hands.

10 Cross blade set rotates when engine speed

is increased above idle.

52 Wheel for moving and guiding edger.

27 Grass shield reduces flyback of stones

and foreign material.

68 Cross-brace attaches downwards on

handles

35, The handles of the Xtra Lawn 36 Edger are held by both hands.

50 The ON/OFF switch and throttle

trigger which increases speed of engine for automatic safety clutch to engage and thus rotate blade.

85 Handle nut for holding handles onto

housing (and adjusting anti-vibration of handle).

71 Height adjustment for adjusting depth of

cutting blade.

PARTS AND CONTROLS

DANGER!

KEEP HANDS & FEET AWAY

ROTATING BLADE

DIRECTION OF ROTATION

WARNING

KEEP INSIDE OF BLADE GUARD CLEAN,

ESPECIALLY IN WET CONDITIONS. A CLOGGED

GUARD CAN SLOW DOWN OR STOP BLADE

ROTATION AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO

AUTOMATIC SAFETY CLUTCH. ALWAYS OPERATE

BLADE AT HIGH SPEED WHEN EDGING.

Key #21

Key #22

Key #25

FIG 1

WARNING

● ALWAYS REPLACE FUEL CAP SECURELY.

● METAL PARTS OF ENGINE HOT DURING &

AFTER USE. DO NOT TOUCH.

WARNING - TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY

FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN OPERATOR MANUAL - IMPROPER USE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY ● OBJECTS MAY BE THROWN OR RICHOCHET IN ALL DIRECTIONS - ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION

● KEEP BYSTANDERS AT LEAST 50FT (16M) AWAY ● ALWAYS WEAR EAR PROTECTION ● WEAR SNUG FITTING CLOTHING ● MINORS SHOULD NEVER BER PERMITTED TO USE THIS EDGER ● WEAR STURDY SHOES WITH NON-SLIP SOLES ● DO NOT LEND, RENT OR SELL THIS EDGER WITHOUT THE OPERATOR MANUAL.

(FORM No.43133)

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WARNING:

Little Wonder’s philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your Xtra Edger differs from those described in this manual, please contact your Little Wonder dealer for information and assistance.

WARNING

Like any power tool, the use of

any lawn edger may be dangerous.

It is important that you read, fully

understand, and observe the following

safety precautions and warnings.

Re-read this operator’s manual and

the safety instructions periodically.

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WARNING

Careless or improper use of the

machine may cause serious injury.

Have your dealer show you how

to operate your Xtra edger.

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WARNING

The Xtra Edger must not be

operated by minors. Bystanders,

especially children and animals,

should not be allowed in the area

where a machine is in use

(at least 15 feet away) (Fig. 2b).

Never let the unit run unattended.

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WARNING

Do not lend, rent or sell this

machine without the operator’s

manual. Be sure that anyone using

this unit understands the information

contained in this manual before use.

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Safe use of an Xtra Edger involves:

1. The Operator

2. The Xtra Edger

3. The use of the Xtra Edger

HE OPERATOR

HYSICAL CONDITION

Operator must be in good physical condition and mental health, and not under the influence of any substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair vision, dexterity or judgement (Fig. 2a).

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

Prolonged use of any hand-held

powered machine exposing the

operator to vibrations may produce

whitefinger disease (Raynaud’s

phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome.

These conditions reduce the hand’s

ability to feel and regulate temperature,

produce numbness and burning

sensations, and may cause nerve and

circulation damage and tissue necrosis.

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sunny conditions, always wear a hat and long sleeve shirt for protection against skin cancers. Use of a good brand of sunscreen cream is also recommended on exposed skin surfaces.

Replace immediately broken or cracked blade covers and grass debris deflector.

Never operate an Xtra Edger unless wearing goggles or properly fitting safety glasses with adequate top and side protection which comply with ANSI Z 87.1.

Engine noise may damage your hearing. Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing. Continual and regular users should have their hearing checked regularly.

AFE FUELING

The Xtra Edger unit uses an oil-gasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on “Fuel,” page 8).

Do not operate an Xtra Edger when fatigued. Be alert - if you get tired while operating the machine, take a break. Tiredness may result in loss of control. Working with any power tool can be strenuous. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operating the machine.

The Xtra Edger is equipped with vibrationreducing hand grips and main handle antivibration mountings. These are designed to reduce the transmission of engine vibrations to the operator’s hands. Replace hand grips and mountings when worn or damaged.

The rubber handles do not guarantee that you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately.

ROPER CLOTHING

Clothing must be sturdy and snug-fitting, but allow complete freedom of movement (see Fig.

3). Avoid loose-fitting jackets, flared or cuffed pants, or anything that could trip the operator. Wear overalls or long pants to protect your legs. DO NOT wear shorts. Use of gloves when working with the Xtra Edger is recommended.

Good footing is most important. Wear sturdy shoes with nonslip soles. DO NOT wear sandals or operate with bare feet. In hot or

WARNING

Proper eye protection is a must.

The blade cover may not protect the

operator from all fast moving foreign

objects, even though the discharge is

directed away from the operator,

as ricochets and bouncebacks may

occur during lawn edging operations.

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FIG 4

WARNING

Gasoline is an extremely flammable

and explosive fuel. Use extreme

caution when handling gasoline or

fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring

any fire or flame near the fuel.

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SAFE FUELING INSTRUCTIONS

Refuel outdoors only. Always switch off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Relieve fuel tank pressure by loosening fuel cap slowly. Never remove fuel filler cap while engine is running.

Select bare ground for fueling, then move at least 10 feet from the fueling spot before starting the engine. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting your Xtra Edger and check for leakage.

Always tighten fuel filler cap securely after fueling.

AFE STARTING

You should always inspect your unit before starting it. Make sure the controls and safety devices are working properly.

For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of this operators manual.

Place the machine on firm ground or other solid surface in an open area. Maintain good balance and secure footing. Failure to follow this procedure may result in

injury to hand or fingers or may damage the starter mechanism.

AFE WORKING INSTRUCTIONS

AND

IMPORTANT ADJUSTMENTS

Never operate your machine if it is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely and securely assembled. At correct idle speed, the blade should not turn. Do not use the Xtra Edger with incorrect idle speed; see the speed setting instructions on page 13.

AFE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORING

Use only original Little Wonder replacement parts for maintenance and repair. Use of parts manufactured by others will void warranty and/or may cause serious or fatal injury.

Follow the maintenance instructions in the appropriate section of this manual. Any repairs should be carried out by an authorized service dealer.

WARNING

Always allow engine to cool before

refueling. Accidental spillage of gasoline

over hot engine could cause fire or

explosion to occur with consequent

possible disfigurement or fatal injury.

Wash and clean hands after fueling.

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WARNING

The Xtra Edger is a one-person

machine. To reduce the risk of eye or

other injury from thrown objects,

ensure that bystanders are at least 50

feet away during use. Replace

immediately any worn or broken debris

deflector shield or blade cover. If

approached, release throttle trigger to

immediately deaccelerate the engine.

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WARNING

When you pull the starter grip, do not

wrap starter rope around your hand.

Do not allow grip to snap back, but

guide starter rope slowly back to

permit rope to rewind properly.

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WARNING

Always stop the engine, make sure that

the blade is stopped, and disconnect

the spark plug before adjusting blade

height, doing any maintenance or repair

work, or cleaning the unit or blade.

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Check fuel filler cap for leaks at regular intervals. Use the specified spark plug and make sure it and the ignition lead are always in good condition.

Remember that the risk of forest or grass fires is greater in hot weather.

Keep spark plug and wire connection tight and clean. Spark plug electrode gap should be checked with a feeler gauge at least every 50 operating hours and reset if necessary. Fit a new spark plug if electrodes are badly pitted or fouled with carbon build-up.

Store Xtra Edger in a dry, high or locked location place and out of reach of children.

Before storing for a longer period, always empty the fuel tank.

WARNING

A worn or damaged muffler is a fire

hazard and may cause loss of hearing. Check to see that the muffler is in good condition. The lawn edger must not be

operated if the muffler is not functioning

properly, is damaged, or has been removed.

In order to reduce the risk of fire, do not

modify or remove any part of the muffler

and ensure your spark arrestor screen

is not worn or broken.

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Keep the space behind and beside the engine clear at all times to allow for the escape of hot and toxic exhaust fumes.

Operate your machine under good visibility and daylight conditions only. Work carefully.

AFE

WORKING

CONDITIONS

When working with the Xtra Edger, always wrap your fingers tightly around each handle. Keep your hands in this position to have your machine under control at all times. NEVER attempt to operate the Xtra Edger with one hand, as a loss of control may result in serious or fatal injury.

Make sure the handle grips are in good condition and free of moisture, pitch, oil or grease. Use both hands, one on each handle, to operate and control the lawn edger. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

WARNING

Never touch a hot muffler

as burns will result.

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WARNING

Never store the machine with gasoline

inside a building where fumes may reach

an open flame or spark (e.g. gas or oil-fired

heater appliance, electric motor, etc.).

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WARNING

Start and operate your unit

outdoors and in a ventilated area.

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WARNING

Do not touch hot engine during

and immediatley after use as

you may burn yourself.

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WARNING

Electrical shock. Never touch electrical

wires or components while the engine

is running. They are sources of high

voltage and can give you an electrical

shock. Replace immediately any

faulty tension lead or spark plug cap.

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ASSEMBLING THE XTRA EDGER

FUEL MIX AND FUELING

1. Fit cross brace (Key #68) to handles (Key #35 & 36) with brace touching the ground. Use 4 screws (Key #1) and 4 locknuts (Key #2) provided in packet.

2. Fit handle assembly to edger. Insert 150mm (6”) bolt through left handle, edger body and right handle. Screw large wing nut (Key #85) on bolt (Key #31) so that bolt end is approximately flush (level) with face of the center boss of the large wing nut. This allows handle “platform” to “float” without vibration. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN WING NUT.

3. Fit throttle (Key #50) to right handle (Key #36). Clip in throttle cable/ignition switch wire with 2 cable clamps (Key #60) attached to handle. THROTTLE CABLE FROM ENGINE MUST BE FITTED UNDER HANDLE. DO NOT LOOP OVER HANDLE.

WARNING DANGER

FUEL IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. HANDLE IT WITH CARE.

KEEP AWAY FROM IGNITION SOURCES.

DO NOT SMOKE WHILE FUELING YOUR EQUIPMENT.

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FIG 6

Your Little Wonder Xtra Edger is powered by a commercial, 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 unleaded gasoline or gasohol (maximum 10% ethyl alcohol, or 15% MTBE, no methyl alcohol.)

Here’s how to mix the oil with the gas:

1. Pour 1/2 gallon of the gasoline into a safe one gallon container. Do not mix the fuel and oil in the engine fuel tank.

2. Add 2.6 ounces (50:1 ratio) of two-cycle engine oil to the gasoline and mix. Then add the other 1/2 gallon of gasoline.

3. Screw the cap onto the gasoline can. Then swirl the can to blend the oil and gas.

4. Carefully pour the fuel mix into the Xtra Edger’s fuel tank. After putting the fuel tank’s cap back on, wipe up spilled fuel from tank and gasoline can.

IMPORTANT:

Two-cycle fuel separates and ages. Do not mix more than you will use in a month. Using old fuel can cause difficult starting or engine damage. Shake fuel container to thoroughly mix fuel before each use. Do not attempt to run your engine on gasoline only; this will cause engine failure and void engine warranty.

Need pre-measured engine oil? Contact your local authorized Little Wonder dealer.

Remember...

• Always mix two-cycle oil with gasoline before fueling your edger. Never, ever run your Edger on gasoline alone. This will ruin your engine and void all warranties.

• Always use a clean gas can and always use unleaded gas.

• Never try to mix the oil and gasoline in the engine fuel tank.

• Always mix oil and gas in the proper proportions: 2.6 ounces of two-cycle engine oil to one gallon of unleaded gasoline.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

DO NOT use old or stale oil/gasoline mixture. Always use the proper oil/ gasoline mixture. If you do not, your engine will suffer rapid, permanent damage and you will void the engine warranty.

WARNING DANGER

Pressure may build up in the canister. Remove fuel cap slowly

to avoid injury from fuel spray. Replace fuel cap securely.

Clean the fuel cap and canister from time to time.

Take care when handling gasoline. Avoid direct

contact with the skin and avoid inhaling fuel vapor.

Change fuel pickup filter at least once every year or more frequently, depending on use.

Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it to ensure that no dirt

falls into the tank. Never mix the gasoline and oil in the fuel tank of the engine.

Always allow engine to cool before refueling. Accidental spillage of gasoline over a hot engine could cause fire or explosion to occur. See Page 6 - Safety Precautions, Fueling.

Fill or add fuel to the tank only when the edger is in a horizontal position as shown

(Fig. 7). Allow engine to cool down for at least 5 minutes before adding fuel.

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FUEL MIX

STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place lawn edger on ground in horizontal position (see Fig. 9C). Be sure the ignition switch is “ON.” Pull switch toward operator to turn ON. Switch is located on right side of trigger (see Fig. 8).

2. COLD START: Move choke lever up to start (closed) position (Fig. 9A). Press and release primer 3 or 4 times until the fuel flows into the clear tube (Fig. 9B). Place one foot on the cross brace. Make sure you have a firm footing. Hold down engine with left hand and with right hand, pull the starter grip slowly until you feel it engage and then give it a fast pull (Fig. 9C). Do not pull out starter rope more than 26” (65 cm) - it might break.

3. Stand between handles to start. Do not let starter grip snap back. Guide it back slowly so that the starter rope can rewind slowly.

4. PULL THE STARTER ROPE BRISKLY until you hear the engine sound like it wants to run or runs then stops (normally 1-5 pulls).

5. Open choke gradually (open position, Fig. 9A) to allow engine to run.

NOTE: In warm temperatures or with hot engine, this step may not be necessary.

6. HOT OR WARM START: (Engine has already been started and warmed up.) Switch ignition “ON.” Pull starter until engine runs.

WARNING

The blade will rotate when engine is

idling fast or when engine is cold). TO STOP ENGINE move ignition switch forward into the “OFF” position (Fig. 8).

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FIG 8

FIG 9C

FIG 9A

FIG 9B

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