OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS! EdgeMasterTM. You are now the owner of a Brown READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! This manual will help you learn how to operate and service your EdgeMasterTM correctly. Failure to read and follow the instructions of this manual could result in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual should be considered a permanent part of your EdgeMasterTM. All operators should read and follow these instructions prior to operating the EdgeMasterTM.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY............................................................................. 1 OPERATION....................................................................... 5 TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................... 7 WARRANTY........................................................................ 8 SERVICE........................................................................... 11 PARTS LIST.............................................................
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PAGE 1 SAFETY RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol in this manual or on your EdgeMasterTM, be alert to the potential for personal injury. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS CAUTION is used for general reminders of good safety practices WARNING denotes a specific potential hazard. DANGER is the most serious specific potential hazard. These signal words are used in conjunction with the safety-alert symbol. FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read owner/operator manual.
PAGE 2 OPERATE EDGER SAFELY Do not let anyone operate edger without reading this manual. Keep edging area clear of people and pets. Wear protective clothing and eye and footwear. Do not use edger unless all guards are in place. Reduce ground speed on slopes, rough ground, and corners. Operate edger from handle bar position only. Disengage blade prior to starting engine. Do not run engine indoors. Do not put hands or feet near or under blade. Do not touch muffler or other hot parts.
PAGE 3 HANDLE FUEL SAFELY Fuel is highly flammable. Handle with care. Stop engine before refueling. Do not refuel while smoking or near open flames. Always fill fuel tank outdoors. Keep edger clean of oil, grease, and dirt. Clean up spilled fuel immediately. Never store machine where fumes may reach flame or spark. AVOID INJURY FROM THROWN OBJECTS Before operating edger: Be sure all guards are in place. Clear all objects and debris that may be thrown by blade from edging area.
PAGE 4 AVOID ROTATING BLADE Be sure blade guard is in place. Do not adjust curb depth while blade is turning. Do not put hands or feet near blade while engine is running.
PAGE 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: NEW ENGINES SHIPPED WITH MACHINES ARE NOT SERVICED. ADD OIL TO CRANKCASE BEFORE STARTING. WARNING: GASOLINE IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND IS EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. NOTE: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THE SAFETY, OPERATING, MAINTENANCE, ETC. OF THE PARTICULAR ENGINE SUPPLIED WITH YOUR BROWN EdgeMasterTM, SEE THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL THAT IS SUPPLIED TO YOU WITH THE EdgeMasterTM. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 1. CHECK MACHINE A.
PAGE 6 3. START ENGINE A. Be sure belt tensioner is in disengaged position and that no tension is on the belt. B. Turn ignition to “ON” position. C. Close choke if engine is cold. D. Pull start cord rapidly. E. As the engine warms, gradually move the choke lever to the “OPEN” position. WARNING: Do not operate the machine until area is cleared of people, pets, automobiles, etc. that might be damaged by projectiles. WARNING! Do not operate machine without blade guard in place.
PAGE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM A. Engine does not start. CAUSE 1. Engine switch in “OFF” position. 2. Engine flooded. 3. Out of fuel. 4. Spark plug wire loose or disconnected 5. Defective spark plug. SOLUTION 1. Switch to “ON” position. 2. Open choke completely. 3. Fill fuel tank. 4. Reconnect wire 5. Replace spark plug. B. Other engine problems. 1. ------------------- 1. See engine owner manual. C. Burning belts. 1. Pulleys worn excessively. 2. Pulleys out of alignment. 1. Replace pulley 1.
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PAGE 8 WARRANTY STATEMENT LIMITED WARRANTY BROWN PRODUCTS INC. hereby warrants that Brown’s EdgeMasterTM products will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use according to the provisions and limitations herein set forth. All parts, specifically EXCLUDING expendable “wear” parts, that become unserviceable, due to defective material or workmanship, within one year / 12 months from date of the original retail purchase, shall, at Brown’s option, be repaired or replaced.
PAGE 9 Brown is not responsible for and hereby disclaims any undertaking, representation, or warranty made by any dealer, distributor, or other person that is inconsistent with or in any way more expansive than the provisions of this limited warranty. This warranty grants specific legal rights and shall be read in conformity with applicable state law. In some jurisdictions, the applicable law mandates warranty provisions that provide greater rights than those provided herein.
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PAGE 11 SERVICE 1. ENGINE SERVICE A. See owner’s manual for service, maintenance requirements and procedures for engine. 2. EDGER SERVICE A. Check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness before initial operation and periodically thereafter. B. Check blade periodically. If worn excessively, replace. C. Check belt for wear. If necessary, replace. D. Check tension on belt and adjust if necessary. WARNING! MAKE CERTAIN THAT BLADE BOLT AND NUT ARE TIGHT AND IN GOOD CONDITION. INSPECT FREQUENTLY.
PAGE 12 E-104H EdgeMasterTM PARTS LIST REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. REQ. 1 E-100-001 GUARD, BLADE 10” 1 2 12-32A TIRE AND WHEEL ASSY. 3 3 E-100-003 HANDLE ASSY.
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PAGE 16 ASSEMBLY EDGEMASTER INSTRUCTIONS MODEL E–104 Refer to references and drawing on pages 11 and 12. Bolts, nuts and washers provided. STEP 1 : Bolt the handle (3) onto the frame using four 3/8” x 2” bolts and 3/8” nylon lock nuts. STEP 2 : Raise or lower the spindle arm assembly (17) until it is parallel to the ground. Place some object under the bearing housing to temporarily hold the housing assembly in place while attaching the belt tensioner control rod.
PAGE 17 STEP 6 : (cont.) Adjust the control rod ends as necessary to maintain the bottom of the front belt guard to be no less than 3/8” above the ground. (Be sure the idler pulley is still not touching the belts.) After adjustment, tighten the lock nuts on the rod ends and the bolts securing the rod ends to the machine. STEP 7 : Add unleaded gasoline and oil as directed in the engine manual. Read engine and EDGEMASTER operating instructions before operating.
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