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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.
NOTE
WARNING
CAUTION
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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
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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.
WARNING WARNING WARNING
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
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
A.
E
F
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
A
A
C
B
D
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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
A
B
Do not choke a warm
engine.
NOTE
Blade speed is increased
when engine speed is
increased.
NOTE
.
A
CAUTION
A. Recoil Starter Handle
Before stopping engine,
put clutch/blade control
lever in the DISENGAGED
position.
CAUTION
A
Blade will begin to turn
when lever is moved
toward handle grip. Keep
people and pets away
from blade when starting
edger.
WARNING
A
A
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Adjusting Cutting Depth
• Move control lever over to the
right to raise or lower cutting
blade assembly.
A. Control Lever
• When control lever is moved
back to center position, pin
locates in appropriate hole for
required cutting depth.
A. Pin
Adjusting Curb Height
• Move control lever over to the
left and lift up on right-hand
handle to change curb height
setting.
• When control lever is moved
back to center position, pin
locates in appropriate hole for
required curb height setting.
A. Pin
Adjusting Blade Angle
Adjust blade angle
BEFORE engaging
blade. Do not make
adjustments when blade
is rotating.
Vertical blade angle
• Move blade angle lever to
middle segmented position.
Right-vertical and left-vertical
blade angle
• Lift blade angle lever and
move to right or left of center
segmented position.
A. Blade Angle lever
Fuel
Use only clean fresh unleaded
regular grade gasoline
Gasoline is extremely
fl ammable and can be
explosive under certain
conditions. Turn the
engine switch OFF.
Do not smoke. Make
sure the area is well
ventilated and free from
any source of fl ame or
sparks; this includes any
appliance with a pilot
light. Never fi ll the tank
so the fuel level rises
into the fi ller neck. If
the tank is overfi lled.
heat may cause the fuel
to expand and overfl ow
through the vents in the
tank cap. After refueling,
make sure the tank cap
is closed securely. If
gasoline is spilled on
the fuel tank, wipe it off
immediately.
Fuel Tank Capacity
Capacity 1.8 L
Engine Oil
The following engine oils are
recommended:
API Service Classifi cation SF, SG,
SH or SJ
ALL SEASONS: Use SAE 1 OW-30
oil.
Adjust cutting depth
BEFORE engaging blade.
CAUTION
A
A
A
OPERATION
WARNING
A
WARNING
A
A. Control Lever
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Periodic Maintenance Chart
To ensure satisfactory operation over an extended period of time, any engine requires normal
maintenance at regular intervals. The Periodic Maintenance Chart below shows periodic inspection and
maintenance items and suitable intervals.
The bullet mark (
•) designates that the corresponding item should be performed at that interval.
Some adjustments require the use of special tools or other equipment. An electronic tachometer will
facilitate setting idle and running speeds.
OPERATION INTERVAL
Daily Every
5 hr.
Every
10 hrs.
Every
25 hrs
Every
50 hrs.
Every
100 hrs
Check blade nut and engine
mounting nuts
•
Check engine oil
•
Check for fuel and oil leakage
•
Check blade
•
** Clean engine cooling fi ns
•
Tighten nuts and screws
•
(fi rst)
•
Clean cutting depth/curb height
adjustment pins
•
** Clean air cleaner
•
Lubricate blade arm
•
* Change engine oil
•
Spark plug-clean and gap
•
Adjust drive belt tension
•
B Clean combustion chamber
•
B Check and adjust valve
clearance
•
B Clean and lap valve seating
surface
•
** Replace air cleaner paper
element
•
Adjust carburetor Service as necessary
Replace drive belt Service as necessary
* : Perform this maintenance after fi rst 4 hours of use, then at recommended intervals.
**: Service more frequently under dusty conditions.
B : Should be serviced by an authorized Bushranger Dealer.
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AA
A
A
Blade Nut and Engine
Mounting Nuts
• Check blade nut for tightness.
Blade nut torque is 39 N-m (4.0
kg-m).
• Check engine mounting nuts for
tightness. Tightening torque is 18
N-m (1 .8kg-m).
A. Blade Nut
A. Engine Mounting Nuts
Engine Cooling Fins
• Disconnect spark plug cable.
• Clean cooling fi ns on cylinder
block and head.
• Connect spark plug cable.
Air Cleaner
A clogged air cleaner restricts the
engine’s air intake, increasing
fuel consumption, reducing
engine power, and causing spark
plug fouling.
The air cleaner elements must be
cleaned and replaced.
If dirt gets through into
the engine, excessive
engine wear and possibly
engine damage will
occur.
• Remove air cleaner cover and
precleaner.
• Remove paper element.
• Wash precleaner in liquid
detergent and warm water. Let
air dry.
• Tap paper element lightly.
Brush off dust. If element is dirty,
install new element.
• Install precleaner element and
cover.
A. Air Cleaner Cover
A. Precleaner
Depth Adjustment Pins
• Clean springs of dirt.
• Put, grease on pins.
A . Pins
Blade Arm
Lubricate with grease, Wipe off
excess grease.
A. Blade Arm
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
A
Clogged cooling
fi ns cause severe
overheating and possible
engine damage
CAUTION
A. Cooling Fins
CAUTION
A
A
AA
A
A
A. Paper Element
A
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B
C
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
A
Blade
Blade is sharp and can
cut you. Help avoid in-
jury before you check
blade: Stop engine. Let
engine cool. Wear gloves
or wrap blade with rag.
Check Blade for Damage.
• Remove blade:
- Lower edger until blade
touches ground as shown.
- Hold opposite end of blade
spindle with wrench.
- Remove nut by turning it
counterclockwise.
A. Nut
• Reverse or replace blade .
• Install blade on spindle:
- Check that raised edge of
inside washer is facing
outward.
- Put blade on spindle.
- Fasten it with washer and nut.
- Tighten nut to 39 N-m (4.0
kg-m).
A. Raised Edge
WARNING
C. Washer
B. Nut
Spark Plug
• Disconnect spark plug cable and
remove spark plug.
Do not clean spark plug
in a machine using
abrasives.
CAUTION
• Clean spark plug with a wire
brush.
• Inspect spark plug for:
- Cracked porcelain.
- Pitted or damaged electrodes.
- Other wear or damage.
• Check gap with a thickness
gauge.
• Set gap to 0.6-0.7 mm .
• Install and tighten spark plug to
15 N-m (1 .5kg-m).
• Connect spark plug cable.
• NGK BR6HS
Engine Oil
In order for the engine to
function properly, maintain the
engine oil at the proper level,
and change the oil. Not only do
dirt and metal particles collect
in the oil, but the oil itself loses
its lubricative quality if used too
long.
Engine Oil Level
• Stop engine. Put edger on level
ground.
• Adjust cutting depth lever so
engine is level.
• Clean area around dipstick.
• Remove dipstick. Wipe with
clean rag.
• Install dipstick - Do not tighten.
Let dipstick threads rest on top of
tube .
• Remove dipstick. Check oil
level. If the oil level is near
or below the “L” mark on the
dipstick, add SAE 10W-30 Engine
Oil to the engine and bring the
engine oil level to the “H” mark
on the dipstick.
eg.
A. Dipstick
A
A
B
• Install and tighten dipstick.
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Drive Belt
A. Blade Angle Lever
Replacement
• Remove belt from blade sheave.
• Remove belt from engine
sheave .
• Pull belt out from rear.
A. Blade Sheave
B. Engine Sheave
• Install new belt.
Be sure angle lever is in
the middle segmented
position.
• Install brake guard. Do not
tighten bolts.
• Push brake guard assembly
forward or backward until brake
arm clearance is 5mm. Tighten
bolts to 15 N-m (1.5 kg-m) .
• Adjust belt tension.
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
At all times the tension of the belt
should be maintained in order to
run safely and prolong the life
of the belt. A belt that has been
incorrectly adjusted will result in
shorter belt life. A belt that has
been adjusted too loosely may
slip over the sheaves. If the belt
slips over the sheaves, adjust the
tension immediately.
WARNING
Help avoid injury when
you adjust belt tension:
Stop engine.
Let engine cool.
Belt Tension Adjustment
• Put blade angle lever at lowest
position as shown.
A
• Remove brake guard:
- Remove bolts.
- Remove brake guard.
A. Brake Guard
B. Bolts
NOTE
1. Belt
2. Brake Guard
Change engine oil
• Remove drain plug. Drain oil
into container.
• Install drain plug.
• Remove dipstick and add 0.4 L
engine oil.
A. Drain Plug
Change oil after fi rst 4
hours of use. Thereafter,
change oil every 50
hours. Change oil while
engine is warm.
NOTE
A
A
B
A
B
A
B
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Problem Solution Section
Engine Does Not Start. Fill fuel tank.
Pull choke rod to “choke” position.
Connect spark plug wire.
Check and set spark plug gap.
Install new spark plug.
Ignition parts bad. See your Bushranger
dealer.
Adjust carburetor. See your Bushranger
Dealer
Assembly
Operation
Operation
Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance
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Maintenance
Engine Starts Hard or Loses
Power.
Drain and clean fuel tank. Fill with
fresh fuel.
Clean vent or install new fuel cap.
Clean or install new air fi lter.
Choke sticking. See your Bushranger dealer.
Clean and set spark plug gap.
Install new spark plug.
Ignition parts bad. See your Bushranger
dealer.
Maintenance
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Maintenance
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Maintenance
Maintenance
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Engine Does Not Run
Smoothly
Adjust carburetor. See your Bushranger
Dealer
Install new spark plug.
Check and set spark plug gap.
Fuel screen plugged or dirty. See your
Bushranger Engine dealer.
Maintenance
Maintenance
Maintenance
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Engine Idles Poorly. Clean or replace air fi lter.
Adjust carburetor. See your Bushranger
Dealer
Clean fuel screen. See your Bushranger
dealer.
Maintenance
Maintenance
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Engine Overheats Clean cooling fi ns
Add engine oil.
Maintenance
Maintenance
Engine Vibrates. Tighten blade nut.
Tighten engine mounting nuts.
Maintenance
Maintenance
Engine Dies. Raise blade.
Reduce ground speed.
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Blade Does Not Engage Adjust clutch/blade rod.
Replace belt. See your Bushranger dealer.
Assembly
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STORAGE
• Make sure that the control rod
is supported on the support plate
between the two shoulders on the
control rod
A. Belt Adjustment Nuts
Storing Edger
Gasoline is extremely
fl ammable and can be
explosive under certain
conditions. Turn the
ignition switch OFF.
Do not smoke. Make
sure the area is well
ventilated and free from
any source of fl ame or
sparks; this includes any
appliance with a pilot
light.
• Stop engine.
• Drain fuel tank.
• Run engine until it stops.
• Change engine oil while engine
is warm .
• Remove spark plug. Add 30 mL
(1 oz) clean engine oil to cylinder.
Crank engine twice to distribute
oil. Install spark plug. Do not
attach spark plug cable .
• Clean edger.
• Tighten hardware.
• Touch up unpainted areas.
• Check all parts for wear.
Replace where necessary.
• Lubricate clutch/blade linkage
pivots.
ASSEMBLY
Assemble Edger
WARNING
Removing Edger From
Storage
• Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel.
• Remove spark plug.
• Crank engine 10 to 12 times to
remove oil from cylinder.
• Check spark plug gap. Install
spark plug.
• Check engine· oil level. Add oil
if necessary.
• Start engine. Warm engine
before you operate.
A. Control Rod Shoulder
B. Control Rod
C. Support Plate
Fix Handlebars to main frame
locate control rod into support
bracket
A. Control Rod
B. Support Bracket
• Fasten crank arm to control rod
A. Crank Arm
B. Control Rod
• Adjust nuts on Crank Arm
to obtain correct adjustment
at the height and gutter wheel
mechanism
A. Adjustment Nuts
A
C
B
A
B
A
B
A
A
• Adjust control rod linkage:
- Put blade angle lever in
lowest position.
- Squeeze clutch/blade control
lever against handle grip.
- Adjust nuts until correct
tension is placed onto the
drive belt
A
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ASSEMBLY
• Tighten blade nut:
- Lower edger until blade
touches ground as shown.
- Hold opposite end of blade
spindle with wrench.
- Tighten nut to 39 N-m
(4.0kg-m).
Add Engine Oil
Do not check or add oil
when engine is running
Edger is shipped without
oil in engine. Add oil
before operating edger.
A. Dipstick
• Put edger on a level surface and
clean area around dipstick .
• Adjust cutting depth lever so
engine is level.
• Remove dipstick and add
approximately 0.41 L oil.
• Install and tighten dipstick.
Fill Fuel Tank
Do not mix oil with
gasoline. Use a clean fuel
container.
• Remove fuel tank cap.
• Fill tank with clean fresh
unleaded regular grade gasoline.
A. Fuel Tank Cap
Blade is sharp and can
cut you. Help avoid
injury before you tighten
blade nut:
Stop engine. Let engine
cool.
Wear gloves or wrap
blade with rag.
WARNING
A. Blade Nut
A
WARNING
CAUTION
A
CAUTION
A
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Dealer:_________________________________________________________
Serial Number:___________________________________________________
Engine Number: _________________________________________________
Hours Maintenance Performed Parts Replaced
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