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Operation (CONTINUED)
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Before Starting the Engine (CONTINUED)
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3. The wheels are adjusted to provide the desired depth of cut. Assure the depth control knob is tight.
4. Pivot Edger attachment to 30 degree position to the right-hand side using finger release control. (See Fig. 6)
WARNING
Keep all bystanders, especially CHILDREN, away during operation.
How to Operate the Edger
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DANGER
Never run engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS
and DEADLY gas.
WARNING
Debris thrown from Edger can cause severe eye damage. Always wear ANSI compliant safety glasses or eye
shields when operating Edger. If you wear eyeglasses, put an OSHA certified Wide-Vision Safety Mask over
your eyeglasses.
Starting the Edger
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1. Start the engine per the (PWSTM4317) operator manual instructions.
2. Let the engine run at idle speed for two minutes. At idle speed the centrifugal clutch does not engage the
Edger blade.
WARNING
If the blade turns with the engine at idle speed, do not use the Edger until the engine idle speed is adjusted to a slower
speed so the blade does not rotate. Contact a servicing dealer if required.
3. Slowly increase the engine speed to full throttle. This engages the clutch and causes the blade to rotate.
4. It is recommended that the Edger be used with the engine at full throttle. This yields best performance and maintains
cooling air flow for the engine. Lower engine speeds can be used when required.
Stopping the Edger
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1. Release the throttle lever and allow the engine to idle for a few moments. The Edger blade will not rotate with the
engine at idle speed.
2. Move the ignition switch to the “STOP” position.
How to Change the Edger Cutting Depth
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WARNING
To avoid personal injury, never adjust the cutting depth when
the engine is running. Stop the engine, adjust the cutting
depth, then restart the engine.
1. Loosen knob and rotate the wheel assembly upward
or downward to regulate the cutting depth of the blade.
Retighten knob before operating. (See Fig. 7)
NOTE: Cutting depth setting will position the blade from
above the surface of the ground level to up to 2.5 inches
(63 mm) deep.
NOTICE
Do not overload the Edger capacity by attempting to edge too deep at too fast a rate. To edge at deeper settings, make
multiple passes, first cutting at shallow depths.
WARNING
Use extreme caution when edging along a curb. Make sure the unit is balanced and stable. Make sure of your footing.
Stay alert for traffic or other hazards.
Fig. 7
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