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Operator’s Manual
LAWN EDGER
79 cc, 4 Cycle
MODEL No. P-WLE-0799-F2N
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Safety Definitions 1
Important Safety Information 2-4
Product Specifications 5
Parts & Features 5
Assembly 6
Engine Preparation 7-8
Operation 8-10
Maintenance 11-15
Troubleshooting 16
Technical Service 17
Warranty 17-20
Español 22
IMPORTANT:
Thank you for purchasing this Powermate® Edger.
This manual provides complete instructions for safely operating and maintaining your Edger. Read and save the
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Important Safety Information Safety Definitions • Save these instructions Safety Alert Symbols The following symbols are used on the product and in this manual to alert the operator of potential safety hazards. Read them carefully, and understand their meaning. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. DANGER Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indic
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Important Safety Information • Save all instructions RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATOR 1. Carefully read and follow these safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 2. Know your product. Read and understand this manual before use. Compare the illustrations to unit. Learn location and function of all controls. Thoroughly understanding the unit before use will result in the best performance and safety. 3. Follow all instructions when assembling the unit. If the unit wa
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Important Safety Information Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions OPERATION SAFETY (Continued) • Always wear ANSI compliant safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating edger to protect your eyes from foreign objects, which can be thrown from the unit. • Wear appropriate clothing such as a long sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long trousers or slacks. Do NOT wear shorts. Do NOT wear loose clothing, which could get caught in this equipm
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Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, AND ADJUSTMENT SAFETY • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspect the edger for any damage. If damaged, have the equipment repaired by a trained technician before restarting and operating. WARNING • Stop the engine before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the unit. Mak
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Edger Specifications • Save all instructions Unit Weight......................... 50.3 lb. (22.8kg) Spark Plug Gap ........... 0.024-0.028 in. (0.6-0.7 mm) Cutting Depths ................... 0-2.5 in. (0-63 mm) Engine Type......................... 4 Stroke OHV Blade Diameter................ 9 in. (228 mm), 2 point Displacement ................................ 79cc Gasoline Type ..... Regular Unleaded / 88 Octane (min.) RPM .................................. 3600 RPM Gasoline Capacity ....
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Assembly • Save all instructions If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. Read and follow the assembly instructions. Do not discard any parts or materials until the unit is assembled. References to the right or left side of the edger are from the viewpoint of the operator’s position behind the edger. WARNING Do not operate edger if it is damaged or not completely and correctly assembled. WARNING Before doing any assembly or maintenance to the unit, re
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Engine Preparation • Save all instructions Engine Oil A SAE CAUTION Engine shipped without oil. Failure to add oil will result in serious engine damage. SAE 10W-30 A bottle of SAE 30 engine oil is included with your edger. Refer to the chart on the right for alternative oil types to use at different temperatures. Always use a high quality detergent oil classified “For Service, SG, SH, SJ” or highe r . SAE 30 Do not use special additives. CAUTION Always use recommended oil t
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Engine Preparation (Continued) • Save all instructions Fuel B WARNING • Gasoline is extremely flammable and vapors can explod e if ignited. Handle with care. Use fresh, clean, regular-unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 88 Octane. Do NOT use leaded gasoline, gasohol, methanol, or diesel fuel. Do NOT mix oil with gasoline. Do NOT allow gasoline to become contaminated with dust, water, or debris. CAUTION Using incorrect fuel type or contaminated fuel will cause serious engine d
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Operation • Save all instructions Before Starting the Engine (Continued) A 5. Engine oil is at proper level. WARNING 6. Fresh, clean, regular-unleaded gasoline has been added Keep all bystanders, especia lly CHILDREN, away during to fuel tank. operation. 7. Spark plug wire is connected to spark plug. IMPORTANT: This unit’s engine exhaust system is equipped with a spark-arresting muffler. Tampering with or removing 8. Edger has been moved to desired location. the spark-arrestor vi
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Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Stop the Edger C Release the start lever (See Figure 6). This will ground out the engine through the flameout wire, causing the engin e to stop. WARNING The flameout wire terminals must be securely connected for the Start Lever to function. Refer to the “How to assemble the handle” section. How to Adjust Cutting Depth D Move the Depth Control Lever rearward to increase the depth. (See Figure 7
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Maintenance • Save all instructions Maintenance Schedule A WARNING Before performing any maintenance, turn engine off and remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting and serious injury. IMPORTANT: The warranty on this edger does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the edger as instructed in this manual, and only use genuine replacement parts. The following table
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions Lubrication B Add a small amount of engine oil to lubricate parts and pivot points. Refer to “Periodic Maintenance Schedule Table” for time intervals to lubricate parts. How to Change the Engine Oil C NOTE: Refer to Figure 8 when following the steps below: Frame Hole Drain Plug and Washer 1. Stop the engine and let it cool. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug. 3. Put the depth control lever in the starting position (See Figure
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Replace the Belt (Continued) D 3. Remove the two Front Guard Screws and the Belt Guard. (See Figure 10) 4. Push the blade arm toward the unit to compress the Front Guard blade arm spring and slacken the belt. TIP: This can be Screws accomplished by using a ratcheting tie-down strap. Always follow the strap manufacturer’s instructions. 5. Remove the old belt from the engine and quill assembly pulleys. 6. To install a rep
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Clean the Air Filter F A dirty air filter will restrict air intake. Regular maintenance of air cleaner will help improve engine performance and re- duce emissions. WARNING Never clean air filter with gasoline or an easy ignited solvent because it may cause explosion. NOTE: Refer to Figure 12 when following the steps below: 1. Remove the air filter cover bolts. Air Filter Cover 2. Remove the air filter cover. Air Filter Element 3. Carefu
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Prepare for Storage H WARNING Never store the edger indoors with fuel in the fuel tank. Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer . Allow engine to cool before storing unit. WARNING Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explosion or a fire. NOTE:
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Troubleshooting • Save all instructions PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Engine difficult to start 1. Out of fuel 1. Add fresh fuel 2. Start lever is not compressed 2. Pull start lever against handle 3. Choke in “Run / Warm Start” 3. Rotate Choke lever to “Choke / Cold Start” position position 4. Spark plug wire disconnected 4. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug 5. Fouled spark plug 5. Remove spark plug. Inspect. Replace if necessary 6. Dirty Carburetor 6. Take unit to an authorized
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Technical Service You may have further questions about assembling, operating, or maintaining this EDGER. If so, you can contact our Technical Service Department at 1-800-737-2112 (English only). You may also write to: METL Corporate Office - CORRESPONDENCE ONLY If you need assistance or have any questions, CALL ATTN: Technical Service – METL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. 6700 Wildlife Way Long Grove, IL 60047 When contacting the Technical Service Department, have ready: • Y our Name • Model
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Warranty (Continued) • Save all instructions Emisson Control System Warranty B This MAT Engine Technologies, LLC (METL) outdoor power equipment engine complies with the emissions regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“U.S. EPA”) and the State of California. To the extent there is any conflict between this Emissions Control System Warranty and the equipment manufacturer’s warranty, this Emissions Control System Warranty shall apply except where the equipment manufac
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Warranty (Continued) • Save all instructions Warranty Coverage: METL warrants that the product engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause such engine to fail to conform with the U.S. EPA or State of California emissions standards for small spark-ignited nonroad (off-road) engines – as applicable to your METL product. Small spark-ignited off-road engines manufactured after January 1, 1995 and sold in the State of California and U.S. EPA- certified small spark-ignited
