MTD 24604C User Manual

OWNER’S GUIDE

OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT

for all seasons

Spring

3 H.P.

EDGER

1.00

Important:

Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully

Model Numbers

246-604-000

24604C

Thank you for purchasing an Annerican-built product.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-5201A

INDEX

Safe Operation Practices Assembly Instructions

Controls .......................................................................... 7

Operation ........................................................................ 8

Lubrication

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Maintenance Off-Season Storage

Trouble Shooting Chart...................................................11

Illustrated Parts

Replacement Parts List...................................................13

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t. .WARNING {

This unit is equipped with an internal comb ustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is

available at your nearest engine authorized service center.

WARNING

To reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR EDGERS

TRAINING

1. Read this owner's manual carefully in its en tirety before attempting to assemble or operate this machine. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine be fore operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Your edger is a precision piece of power equip ment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times.

3. Never allow children to operate a power edger. Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your edger.

4. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Stop engine when they are in the vicinity of your edger. Al though the area of operation should be complete

ly cleared of foreign objects, an object may have

been overlooked and could be accidently thrown

by the edger in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed in the area.

5. No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions.

PREPARATION

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equip ment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the edger in any direction and cause serious personal injury to

the operator or any others allowed in the area.

2. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wear ing open sandals. Always wear substantial foot

wear.

3. Checkthefuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the

gasoline tank indoors, while the engine is running, or while the engine is still hot. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

4. Disengage the blade clutch on units so equipped before starting the engine.

5. Never attempt to make a wheel adjustment while

the engine is running.

6. Never operate the equipment in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause

serious personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the

handle and walk, never run.

OPERATION

1. Never operate this edger unless wearing safety glasses or some other suitable eye protection at all times the engine is running.

2. Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine.

3. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times as the rotating blade can cause injury.

4. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.

5. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, and thor oughly inspect the edger for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the edger.

6. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnor mally, stop the engine and check immediately

for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

7. Stop the engine whenever you leave the equip

ment, before cleaning the guard assembly, and when making any repairs or inspections.

8. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stop ped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

9. Do not run the engine indoors.

10. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before unclogging

guard assembly.

11. Never operate edger without proper guards, plates

or other safety protective devices in place.

12. Always operate the edger so that the protective

guard guide is positioned between the walk and the rotating blade. Never allow the rotating blade to operate directly against concrete walk or drive.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness.

2. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

3. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

4. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of

grass, leaves, or excessive grease.

NOTE

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

This unit is shipped WITHOUT GAS OLINE or OIL. After assembly, see operating section of this manual for proper fuel and engine oil recom mendations.

FIGURE 1

NOTE

Any reference to right and left hand will be determined from behind the edger, in the operator's position.

HOLE AND SLOT IN FRAME

TOOLS REQUIRED:

A B

D E F

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK: (See Figure 1)

A B C (2)

D E F (2)

G (2)

H 1 (2)

J (4)

K (4) L (4) M N

P Q (2)

R (4) S T (3)

Adjustable Wrench.

(1)

7/16" Open End or Box Wrench.

(1)

9/16" Open End or Box Wrench.

(1)

Pair of Pliers.

(1)

Hammer

(1)

Block of Wood.

(1)

Hair Pin Cotters

(2)

Rod Adjustment Link

(1)

Cotter Pins 1/8" Dia. x 1.00" Long Spacer .50" I.D. x .62" O.D. x 1.62" Long

(1)

Push Caps

(2)

Shoulder Bolts (Rear Axles)

Lock Washers 3/8" I.D.

Hex Nuts 3/8-16 Thread

(2)

Cable Ties Carriage Bolts 1/4-20 x 1.25" Long

Lock Washers 1/4" I.D. Hex Nuts 1/4-20 Thread Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.75" Long

(1)

Compression Spring

(1)

Flat Washer

(1)

Hex Center Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thread

(1)

Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 1.25" Long Hex Center Lock Nuts 1/4-20 Thread Hex Bolts 1/4-20 X 1.00" Long

(2)

Grips

Self-Tapping Screw

(1)

FIGURE 2

LOCK WASHER (G)

SHOULDE\

BOLT (F)

Remove the edger and all parts from the carton.

1. Make certain that all loose parts and literature are removed from carton before carton is dis carded.

Line up holes in lower handle with holes in

2. frame. Secure rear wheels (larger) and lower

handle to frame with shoulder bolts (F), lock washers (G) and hex nuts (H). See figure 2.

Using a hammer, tap one push cap (E) onto the

end of the front axle which has a hole closer to it.

See figure 3.

HAIRPIN COTTERS (A)

FIGURE 4

HOLES IN

AXLE

FRONT AXLE

HAIR PIN

Starting on the right side of the edger, place the axle through the support arm on the frame. Then place axle through one wheel so the hub of the wheel is to the outside of the unit. Next place axle through spacer (D), the other wheel (hub to the outside of the unit) and through second support arm. See figure 4. Secure with push cap

(E) by tapping it on with a hammer. See figure 5.

It is necessary to hold a block of wood or a second hammer against the push cap on the other side of the axle.

FIGURE 5

5. Secure the front wheels and axle in position using two hairpin cotters (A). See figure 5.

Slip the three handle grips (T) on the upper

handles and the engagement handle. They will slip on more easily if you first soak them in warm, soapy water.

Assemble the two upper handles to the lower

handle with four carriage bolts (J), lock washers (K) and hex nuts (L). Tighten only finger tight at

this time. See figure 6.

FIGURE 6

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