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OPERATORS MANUAL OPERATORS MANUAL
OPERATORS MANUAL
OPERATORS MANUAL OPERATORS MANUAL
MODEL SE-3.5BS
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA-
TION FOR YOUR SCAG EDGER. READING
THIS MANUAL WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT PROCE-
DURES TO KEEP YOUR EDGER PERFORM-
ING TO MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY. THE SPE-
CIFIC MODELS THAT THIS BOOK COVERS
ARE CONTAINED ON THE INSIDE COVER.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE,
PLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION EN-
CLOSED.
PART NU
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WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. * Keep all safety shields in place. * Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and remove the spark plug wire. * If a mechanism becomes clogged, stop the engine before cleaning. * Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts. * Read this manual completely. * Keep others away from the edger while operating. REMEMBER - YOUR EDGER IS ONLY AS SAFE AS THE OPERATOR! Hazard co
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® TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1 Safety and Operating Instructions ........................................................................... 1-3 Setup & Operation ................................................................................................... 4-5 Maintenance ..................................................................
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INTRODUCTION SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This manual has been prepared to provide the information you need to correctly assemble, operate, CAUTION: and maintain this edger. Read it carefully and keep it for future reference. To avoid personal injury, it is imperative that all safety instructions be observed. The replacement of any part on this product by other than the manufacturer's authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability or n n n n n R
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n n n n n Stay Alert SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) 1. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. n n n n n Dress Properly, cont. 2. Do not operate the edger when you are fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 3. Sturdy gloves and safety footwear are recommended. n n n n n Operate With Care n n n Check The Edger Before Use n n 1. Keep hands, feet, and clothing well away from the blade and moving parts. 1. Never operate the edger unless guards and other protective devi
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3. After operating the edger, stop the engine and SAFETY AND OPERATING allow the engine to cool before refueling. INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) 4. To reduce the risk of fire, replace the gasoline cap securely after adding fuel to the tank. n n n n n Keep Hands And Feet From Blade 5. Use an approved gasoline container. 6. Do not store gasoline in a house. The rotating blade is sharp and can severely cut body parts. The blade coasts after the edger is 7. If gasoline is spilled on the ground, move the ed
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SAFETY AND OPERATING Operator presence shown separated for illustration INSTRUCTIONS (CONT'D) purpose only. n n n n n Protect Operators 1. Keep a safe distance between two or more operators when working with a cutting crew at the same site. SETUP & OPERATION n n n n n Assembly Figure 3, Handle Setup 1. Install the upper handle assembly with hardware as shown in Figure 3 using (4) 5/16-18 x 1" bolts, and (4) 5/16-18 elastic stop nuts. 2. Attach the height adjustment index to the upper handle asse
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n n n n n Starting The Engine SETUP & OPPERATION (CONT'D) n n n n n Operating Instructions CAUTION: Figure 5 is a general view of the edger. Be sure no one is standing near the blade. Keep body parts away from the blade. Before Note: The right or left side of the edger refers to starting, clear operating area of foreign the view from the normal operating position, objects, sticks, stones, etc. behind the handles. Refer to the engine operator's manual for starting n n n n n Before Operation ins
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4. Remove the oil drain plug and drain the oil into SETUP & OPPERATION (CONT'D) an appropriate container. 3. Push the edger forward slowly, adjust your pace 5. After the oil is drained, replace the drain plug to the engine's capacity. and refill the crankcase to the level specified in the engine owner's manual. 6. Replace the oil cap. 7. Dispose of the used oil properly. n n n n n Changing The Belt 1. Remove the flat bar belt guide at the front of the spindle boom assembly (See Figure 8). 2. Rem
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n n n n n Changing the Blade MAINTENANCE (CONT'D) n n n n n Belt Tension CAUTION: The blade is sharp! Wear gloves when Always adjust the belt tension after changing the changing the blade. Do not operate the edger belt. New belts may stretch. Excess tension on the with a damaged or excessively worn blade. belt will make holding the clutch difficult and cause the belts to wear. Note: Blades must be balanced before installation To adjust belt tension (See Figure 9): to prevent vibration and we
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MAINTENANCE (CONT'D) nnnnn Rubber Debris Deflector Replace the rubber deflector when worn or damaged to prevent operator injury. n n n n n Lubrication Grease the edger periodically at the points shown on Figure 11. Use lithium-based grease. Note: The spindle bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated. They should require no maintenance. Figure 11, Lubrication 8
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Engine fails to start Fuel level is low. Spark plug lead wire disconnected. Throttle or choke not in starting position. Spark plug defective. Carburetor improperly adjusted. Old/stale gasoline. Engine kill switch in off position. Hard starting or loss of power Carburetor improperly adjusted. Spark plug wire loose. Dirty air cleaner. Operation erratic Dirt in gasoline tank. Dirty air cleaner. Water in fuel supply. Vent in gas cap and/or carburetor plugged. Carb
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R COMMERCIAL EDGER LAWN EDGER SE-3.5BS 30 1 29 30 28 26 34 53 15 36 2 5 19 32 22 23 9 8 54 3 A 6 7 54 4 18 12 20 3 21 15 37 37 10 3 20(REF.) 14 11 13 38 24 36 16 9 18 4 39 46 49 43 41 36 44 40 24 63 44 A 4 13(REF.) 35 46 43 17 39 36 18 27 47 12 4 42 25 48 51 62 57 52 49 50 59 54 4 3 50(REF.) 60 49 58 54 59 39 45 61 46 31 33 52 49 56 45 54 53 3 55 49 390S0184 10 WARNING USE EYE PROTECTION. ROTATING BLADE MAY THROW OBJECTS. KEEP AREA CLEAR OF BYSTANDERS TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY. DO NOT OPERATE WI
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LAWN EDGER SE-3.5BS Ref. Part No. No. Description 32 04012-04 Set Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/8" 1 481886 Engine, 3.5 HP. Briggs & Stratton 33 04030-02 Lockwasher, 1/4" Spring 2 04001-12 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1.75" 34 48454 Decal, SCAG 3 04030-03 Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring 35 481043 Decal, Warning 4 04021-10 Locknut, 5/16-18 Hex Elastic Stop 36 04062-02 Hair Pin, .080 x 1.19 5 04063-05 Key, 3/16 x 3/16 x 1.50" 37 48100-05 Bearing, Oilite 6 48451 Pulley, 2.50 Dia. - .75 Bore Engine 38 44039 Control Rod,
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LIMITED LIMITED LIMITED W W WARRANTY- COMMERCIAL A ARRANTY- COMMERCIAL A ARRANTY- COMMERCIAL ACCESSOR CCESSOR CCESSORY Y Y LIMITED LIMITED W WARRANTY- COMMERCIAL A ARRANTY- COMMERCIAL ACCESSOR CCESSORY Y Any part of the Scag commercial accessory manufactured by Scag and found, in the reasonable judgment of Scag, to be defective in material or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Scag Service Dealer without charge for parts and labor. The Scag accessory, including any defec
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© 1998 PART NO. 03070 SCAG POWER EQUIPMENT PRINTED 12/98 DIVISION OF METALCRAFT OF MAYVILLE, INC PRINTED IN USA
