mcculloch EDGER 500 user Manual

C04 FORM NO. 769-01071
MTD Products Aktiengesellschaft • Saarbrücken • Germany
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Information on the identification plate
This information is very important for identification purposes when ordering replacement parts and for your service dealer.
You will find the identification plate near the engine. Enter all the information shown on the identification plate of your unit in the space provided below.
Proper disposal for the sake of our environment
Danger Environmental hazard due to engine oil.
Dispose of used engine oil at a used oil collecting point or hand it over to an approved disposal company.
Avoid endangering small animals
It is your responsibility to protect hedgehogs and other small animals. Make sure that there are no small animals on the area to be mown before you start.
For your safety
Correct use of the unit.
This unit is approved to be used: – As an edger in a residential or
recreational environment,
– According to the descriptions
and safety instructions specified in this operating
manual. Any further use of the unit is not permitted. The operator is liable
for any damage suffered by other people or their property. Any modifications to the unit carried out by the operator exclude the liability of the manufacturer for resulting damage or injury.
General safety instructions
Before attempting to operate the unit, read and follow carefully the instructions in this manual. Familiarize other operators with the operating instructions. The unit must not be used unless it conforms to the technical standards prescribed by the manufacturer. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference. If the unit changes hands, make sure the new owner is given the operating manual.
Children Tragic accidents can happen if you do not pay attention to the presence of children. Children often feel attracted by motor­driven machines. You must never assume that children will remain standing in the place where you saw them last. The unit must never be operated by children.
Before operating the unit
Do not operate the machine under the influence of intoxicants such as, for example, alcohol, narcotics or medicine. The unit must not be operated by any person under the age of 16. Before starting work, familiarize yourself with all equipment, controls and associated functions. Only
store fuel in approved containers and never store fuel near sources of ignition (e.g. gas hot water heater or furnace). Replace exhaust, fuel tank and tank lid, if damaged.
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Replacement parts must meet the manufacturer´s requirements. Only use original replacement parts or replacement parts approved by the manufacturer. Repairs are only to be carried out by an authorized service dealer.
While the unit is in use
Make sure that there are no other people, especially children, or animals anywhere near the operating area of the unit. Never leave the unit unattended with engine running. Operate the unit at normal walking speed. While working with the unit always wear: protective goggles work shoes close-fitting clothes which can´t become entangled in the unit. Always wear close­fitting gloves without hanging shafts or laces.
To avoid risk of fire, keep the engine and exhaust free of grass, leaves or leaking fuel and oil. The area to be mown should be made completely free of stones, toys, wires etc., which could be caught up in the cutting blades and thrown out.
Overlooked objects could unintentionally be flung out in any direction and injure you and other people nearby. Never run the engine in closed rooms; danger of poisoning ! Never allow your hands, feet, face or clothes to get anywhere near the cutting blades or other rotating parts of the unit. Only operate the unit in daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Turn off the engine when the unit is not in use. Never use the unit on slippery, wet, loose or frozen ground. To prevent accidents, it is essential that the unit should be standing securely. If the unit tips over or
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the operator slips over, accidents
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can happen. Ensure that all the safety devices are in full working order and correctly attached to the unit at all times. Do not make any unauthorized adjustments to the safety devices. The unit must not be used unless it conforms to the technical standards prescribed by the manufacturer. Avoid open fire, sparks and do not smoke.
Before working on the unit:
Protect yourself from injury. Before working on the unit:
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Stop the engine
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Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete standstill
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Remove wire from spark plug
to avoid accidental starting
Transporting the unit Never transport the unit with engine running.
After operating the unit
Do not get off the unit until you have turned the engine off
Safety devices
For the protection of the operator the unit is equipped with safety devices which must always be in full working order. You should never make any unauthorized adjustments to the safety devices or bypass them. Safety devices:
Safety bar
The safety bar is designed to protect the operator by bringing the engine and the cutting blades to an immediate standstill in the case of an emergency. Do not ever try to bypass this function.
Blade cover
The blade cover is designed to protect you against injury. The unit is only to be operated with the cover in place.
Symbols on the unit
Stickers with various symbols are attached to the unit They have the following specific meanings:
Injury hazard, or
ossibility of damage
to property.
Before using the unit read and observe the information in the user’s guide, in
articular the section
„ For your safety“
Injury hazard due to rotating blade. Keep hands and feet away from the blade.
Injury hazard. Wear goggles.
Keep the area of operation clear (at least 15 m) of all persons, especially small children and animals.
Injury hazard. The unit is only to be operated with the
blade-cover in place
Ensure that the symbols on the unit are legible at all times.
Symbols in this manual
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Warning / Danger
The symbol is intended to point out hazards related to the activity described, which could endanger the personal safety of the operator or others and cause damage to property.
References to positions
To determine positions (e.g. left, right) stand behind the handle in the operating position.
Assembly
Always remove wire from spark plug to avoid accidental starting
Danger This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. See engine manual.
Attaching the handle Figure 1
1. Wing nuts
2. Rope guide
3. Lower handle
4. Bowden cable
Raise the upper handle until it snaps into place. Tighten the wing nuts (1). Do not crimp the starter rope nor the Bowden cable.
Attaching the starter rope
The rope guide is already attached to the right side of the upper handle (optional) of your unit. See Figure 2.
1. Push the safety bar (11) and pull the starter rope out of the engine.
2. Slip the rope through the rope
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guide. Tighten the wing nut holding the rope guide.
Adjusting the blade depth control Figure 3:
1. Depth control lever
2. Start position
3. Lowest edging position
4. Hex lock nut (otional)
5. Control cable
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General view of the unit
Figure 2:
1. Blade depth control
2. Starter rope
3. Wing nuts
4. Lower handle
5. Tilt blade control lever (optional)
6. Curb wheel control lever (optional)
7. Belt guard
8. Blade cover
9. Spark plug connector
10. Upper handle
11. Safety bar
Controls
Throttle control lever (optional)
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It regulates the engine speed and stops the engine.(See engine manual).
Safety bar Figure 4
The safety bar (3) must be depressed against the upper handle in order to operate the unit. Release the safety bar to stop the engine and the blade.
Recoil starter Figure 4
Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter (2) to start the unit
Blade depth control Figure 4
Danger Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the blade depth control. Use unit only with properly adjusted control. (see section Adjusting the blade depth control)
The function of the blade depth control (1) is to control the depth of the cut. To lower the blade to the cutting position, move the handle lever to the left and move it forward to select the cutting
depth. The further forward the control lever is moved, the deeper or lower the cut.
Figure 4:
1. Blade depth control lever
2. Recoil starter
3. Safety bar
Primer
The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor. Use it to start a cold engine. (See engine manual)
Blade tilt control (optional) Figure 5
1. Blade tilt control lever
2. Notches
Danger Never make any adjustments while engine is running
The cutting blade can be adjusted to 3 positions . From beveling to edging to trenching.
Adjusting the curb wheel control (optional) Figure 6a/b
1. curb wheel control handle
2. normal operation position
3.
Danger Never make any adjustments while engine is running
The right rear wheel can be adjusted to edge along a curb.
Operation
Also follow the instructions in the engine handbook. Danger
People, particularly children, or animals must be kept away from the mower during operation. They can be injured by stones or similar objects being thrown out. Children must never be allowed to operate the mower.
Falling over
– Push the lawn mower along at
no faster than walking pace.
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– Take particular care when
mowing backwards and pulling the lawn mower towards you.
– When cutting grass on a steep
slope, the lawn mower could tip over and cause an injury. Always cut at right angles to the slope. Take particular care when changing the direction of travel.
– Injury hazards occur when
mowing around the fringes. It can be dangerous to mow at the lawn edges and in the vicinity of hedges or steep banks. Always maintain a safe distance from such hazards.
– When cutting wet grass, the
lawn mower can slip due to reduced traction and cause you to fall over. Only cut grass when it is dry.
– Only operate the lawn mower
during daylight
Injuries
– Stop engine before moving
the unit across surfaces such as paths or drives.
– Inspect the area to be mown
and remove all objects that could be picked up by the unit and thrown out.
– Do not make any adjustments
to the unit while the engine is running. For safety purposes disconnect the spark plug wire.
Danger of suffocation through carbon monoxide
Only run the engine in well- aired rooms and outdoors.
Danger of explosion and fire.
Fuel and gasoline vapours are highly explosive and fuel is extremely flammable. Always add fuel before starting the engine. Do not remove the fuel cap and expose the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Avoid
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open fire and sparks and do not smoke. Always refuel the machine outdoors. Do not start the engine if fuel has been spilled. Remove the unit from the area with spilled fuel and wait until the fuel vapours have evaporated. To avoid fire hazard keep the following parts of the machine free of grass or oil: engine, exhaust pipe, fuel tank.
Danger Danger of injury through faulty machine
Only operate the unit in perfect working order. Visually inspect the unit before each operation. It is particularly important to check that the safety devices, the cutting blades with their holders, the controls and all nuts & bolts are undamaged and securely fitted. Replace damaged parts before operation.
Warning
Lack of engine oil can cause possible damage to the engine. The unit is shipped without engine oil and fuel. Fill up with engine oil and fuel before putting the unit into operation for the first time (see engine manual).
Warning
Do not lower the cutting blade over concrete, asphalt surfaces or rocks. This could cause injury or damage to property.
Before each operation
‚" Check engine oil level ‚" Check fuel level, refuel if
necessary (see engine manual)
‚" Check that unit is in perfect
working order
Starting the engine
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Warning
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To avoid injury, only start the
engine when standing behind
the unit.
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Keep feet away from the
cutting deck.
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Do not ever put hands, feet or
other parts of the body on or
under rotating parts.
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Do not lift or carry the unit
with the engine running. To prevent an accidental starting of the engine, stop engine and disconnect the spark plug wire: – Before you inspect the unit,
clean and make adjustments
to it or before you carry out
any other work on the unit. – When you hit an object.
Check the unit for damages
and carry out any necessary
repairs before you continue
operating the unit. – If the unit starts to vibrate in
an unusual way. Inspect the
unit immediately. Before starting the engine, move the blade depth control handle back to the start position.
‚" Set the throttle lever in the
FAST position (rabbit) ‚" When starting a cold engine,
push the primer bulb in two
or three times. Wait two to
three seconds between each
push. In cold weather (below
50 degrees F/19 degrees C)
push five times.(see engine
manual) ‚" Standing behind the unit,
depress the safety bar and
hold it ‚" Grasp starter handle and pull
rope out slowly until it gets
harder to pull, then pull rope
with a rapid full arm stroke.
Let the rope rewind slowly
and do not let it shoot back.
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Stopping the engine
‚" Release the safety bar ‚" Move throttle control lever
(optional) to the SLOW position (turtle).
‚" Disconnect spark plug wire
(after end of work).
Operating the Unit
Adjusting the cutting blades (optional) Figure 8, 9, 10
‚" Set the adjustment lever (see
figure 5) in the middle notch to edge vertically (figure 8)
‚" Set the adjustment lever (see
figure 5) in the 1.or 3. notch (top) for beveling (figure 9/10).
Edging along curb (optional) Figure 11
To edge along a curb, lower the right rear wheel by moving the height adjustment lever toward the rear of the unit. When edging the grass along a curb, the unit will ride on the two rear wheels and the wheel at the front.
Maintenance
Cleaning, maintenance, installation, removal, adjustments and storage
Danger Danger of injury due to accidental starting of the engine.
Protect yourself against injury. Before carrying out any work on this unit:
‚" Stop the engine ‚" Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete standstill
‚" Disconnect the spark plug wire
from the engine to prevent an accidental starting of the engine
‚" Wait until the engine and all
other hot parts have cooled down
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Cleaning
Warning Danger of damage to unit.
Do not use a steam jet to clean the unit. ‚" Clean unit if possible after
each use.
‚" Place the unit on hard level
ground and make sure it cannot roll away.
Danger of injury
Wear protective gloves.
Warning Possible danger of damage to engine.
Do not tip the unit at an angle of more than 30 degrees. Fuel can flow into the combustion chamber and cause damage to the engine. Clean unit with a scrubbing brush, hand brush or rag. Remove grass debris from under the belt guard.
Lubricating
Wheels
Lubricate wheels, axle bolts and bearings at least once a season with light oil or engine oil.
Pivot points
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade handle, Bowden cable and the cutting adjustment lever with light oil at least once a season
Shaft Figure 12
Lubricate the bearings and the spring with light oil frequently during the season.
1. Lube fitting ((optional) Lubricate all other moving parts with engine oil.
Information
Please contact your local service dealer for replacement of the cutting blade or assembly of the trenching accessory (optional).
Maintenance of the engine
Refer to the engine manual for appropriate instructions.
Storage
Warning
Danger of explosion and fire
If the fuel tank still contains fuel (gasoline), never store the unit in rooms in which the fuel vapors could come into contact with fire or sparks.
Warning
Risk of damage to unit
Only store the unit in an area which is clean and dry. Protect the unit when it is to be stored for longer periods of time, e.g. winter, but in all cases against rust. E.g. at the end of the season, or if the unit is not to be used for longer than a month:
‚" Clean the unit. ‚" Wipe over all metal surfaces
with an oil-impregnated cloth (non-resinous oil) or spray a fine coat of oil onto them, to protect them from corrosion.
‚" Follow the instructions in the
engine manual for storing the engine.
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Warranty
The warrantee conditions that apply in each country are published by either our company or the importer of our products. Faults will be repaired free of charge within the framework of the guarantee, provided that they have been caused by a material defect or manufacturing error. In the event of a guarantee claim, please contact your dealer or our nearest branch office.
Information on engine
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, powerrating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.
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What to do in the case of
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difficulties with the unit
Danger
Risk of injury due to accidental starting of the engine.
Protect yourself from injury. Before working on the unit: ‚" Stop the engine
Problem Possible cause(s) Corrective Action
Engine fails to start Empty fuel tank or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Throttle control lever in wrong
osition
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Faulty spark plug. Loss of power, operation erratic Spark plug wire loose
Stale fuel Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline
Unit running on CHOKE Move CHOKE back
‚" Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop
‚" Remove spark plug wire to
prevent accidental starting
Problems that arise with the operation of the unit often result from simple causes , which you should be aware of and partly be
Move throttle control lever to RABBIT / or CHOKE position (use primer)
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
able to resolve yourself. If there is any doubt, your dealer will be pleased to provide further assistance.
For repairs, see your authorized service dealer.
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Vent in gas cap plugged
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Air filter dirty.
Carburetor not adjusted.
Excessive vibration Spindle bent
Ball bearings worn out
Engine attachment loose
Belt slips Belt worn or stretched Adjust or have belt replaced
Clear vent
Drain fuel tank, refuel. (See engine manual)
Clean air filter. (See engine manual)
Have carburetor adjusted
Have spindle replaced
Have ball bearings replaced
Have engine fixed securely
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