PLP Bushranger Edger Owner's Manual

SAFETY AWARENESS

Whenever you see the symbols shown below, heed their instructions! Always follow safe operating and maintenance practices.

WARNING

This warning symbol identiﬁ es special instructions or procedures which, if not correctly followed, could result in personal injury, or loss of life.

This caution symbol identiﬁ es special instructions or procedures which, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of equipment.

NOTE

lndicates points of particular interest for more efﬁ cient and convenient operation.

FOREWORD We wish to thank you for choosing this Bushranger Edger. Read this Owner’s Manual carefully before operating, as it contains information which will be of value in obtaining maximum service from your Bushranger Edger. All information, illustrations and speciﬁ cations in this manual are based on the latest production information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

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Speciﬁ cations ............................................................................................................. 4

Serial Number Locations .............................................................................................. 4

Location of Parts.........................................................................................................4

Operation .................................................................................................................. 5

Starting Engine .......................................................................................................... 5

Stopping Engine .........................................................................................................5

Engaging Blade .......................................................................................................... 5

Adjusting Cutting Depth .............................................................................................. 6

Adjusting Curb Height ................................................................................................. 6

Adjusting Blade Angle ................................................................................................. 6

Fuel ..........................................................................................................................6

Engine Oil .................................................................................................................. 6

Maintenance and Adjustment ...................................................................................... 7

Periodic Maintenance Chart .........................................................................................7

Blade Nut and Engine Mounting Nuts ............................................................................. 8

Engine Cooling Fins ..................................................................................................... 8

Air Cleaner ................................................................................................................ 8

Depth Adjustment Pins ................................................................................................ 8

Blade Arm ................................................................................................................. 8

Blade ........................................................................................................................ 9

Spark Plug ................................................................................................................. 9

Engine Oil ................................................................................................................. 9

Drive Belt .................................................................................................................10

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 11

Storage ..................................................................................................................... 12

Assembly .................................................................................................................. 12

Safety Tips Operate safely: Service safely:

Wear Protective Clothing

Avoid Rotating Blade

Avoid Injury From Thrown Objects

READ THIS FIRST

Read and understand all safety tips before using edger. Before you operate: Remove all debris that might wrap around blade shaft. Remove objects that might be thrown by edger.

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WARNING

Wear close ﬁ tting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

Do not put hands or feet under or into edger when engine is running. Do not adjust cutting angle or level while blade is turning.

WARNING

Do not let anyone operate edger without proper instruction. Keep people and pets away from edging area. Operate only in daylight. Do not put hands or feet near or under blade. Do not operate when barefoot or wearing sandals. Wear protective footwear. Be sure of your footing Keep a ﬁ rm hold on handgrips. Walk-do not run. Disengage blade before starting engine. Do not run engine indoors. Push-do not pull edger. Do not use edger as a lawn mower. Do not lift edger when engine is running. Do not use edger unless all guards are in place. Do not touch mufﬂ er or other hot parts. Wear protective eye and footwear while operating edger. Avoid loss of control or tipping on slopes and sharp corners by reducing ground speed. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in terrain or other hazards

If you hit an object, stop engine. Fix damage before you operate again. Adjust blade angle and set wheel spacing only after you stop engine and disengage blade. Keep all parts in good condition and fastened in place. Unauthorized modiﬁ cations to edger may impair the functions and/or safety and affect edger life. Before you service, clean or inspect edger: Stop engine. Let engine cool.

Keep children, pets and bystanders awayfrom cutting area. Pick up objects that may be thrown by blade.

when edging.

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ENGINE

Type Displacement

Bore x Stroke Maximum Horsepower Air Cleaner Ignition Spark Plug Lubrication System Engine Oil Capacity Fuel Tank Capacity

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Weight

Forced air-cooled, horizontal shaft 4-stroke OHV Single Cylinder Gasoline Engine 56 x 40 mm

2.2 kw (3 hp) /3600 rpm 3600 r/min (rpm) Dual elements Solid State Ignition NGK BR6HS Splash

0.41 L

1.8 L

1210 mm 474mm 864mm 30 kg

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

ENGINE NUMBER LOCATION

The serial number of the Bushranger Edger is located on the outer face of the edger blade cover

A. Frame Number

Engine No. The Engine Number of the Bushranger Edger is located on the side face of the fanhousing

A. Engine Number

LOCATION OF PARTS

A. Ignition Switch D. Choke Rod

Speciﬁ cations subject to change without notice.

B. Blade Engagement Lever

C. Cutting Depth & Curb Wheel Control

E. Engine/Blade Control Lever Speed Control

F. Blade Angle Lever Curb Wheel Control

OPERATION Starting engine

• With clutch/blade control lever in DISENGAGED position, move ignition switch to RUN.

A. Ignition Switch B. Engine/Blade Control Lever Speed Control

• Put engine speed control in mid-throttle position.

• Pull choke rod to CLOSE position to start a cold engine.

A. Choke Rod

• Pull recoil starter handle slowly until you feel resistance, then pull fast and steady.

• Use short pulls: one-half to two-thirds of rope length.

Do not allow rope to snap back by itself. This may damage rope or starter.

• Let rope recoil slowly when engine starts.

• Push choke rod across

• Warm engine at fast idle for 1 to 2 minutes.

Stopping Engine

• Move ignition switch to the OFF position.

A . Ignition Switch

Engaging Blade

• Move clutch/blade control lever toward handle grip. When held tight against handle, blade is fully engaged.

A. Clutch/Blade Control Lever

Start engine with clutch/ blade control lever in the DISENGAGED position. Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Check blade position so it will not strike any objects.

WARNING

Do not choke a warm engine.

NOTE

Blade speed is increased when engine speed is increased.

NOTE

CAUTION

A. Recoil Starter Handle

Before stopping engine, put clutch/blade control lever in the DISENGAGED position.

CAUTION

Blade will begin to turn when lever is moved toward handle grip. Keep people and pets away from blade when starting edger.

WARNING

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