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© 2006 Mantis, Div . of Schiller -Pfeiffer Inc. All Rights Reserved. Edger “E” System Owner s Manual and Saf ety Instr uctions[...]
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1 T able of Contents Important Information A. Introduction This attachment is fitted with a blade, intended to be used to edge flower beds, sidewalks, driveways, curbs, etc. B. Specification. C. Contents of the package 1. Edge T rimmer Attachment Assembly 2. Handle with handle bracket 3. Wheel assembly with bracket 4. Blade shield with debris flapp[...]
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2 Safety and W arnings A. Safety Decals Please pay particular attention to the warning and information decals found on various parts of this Edger Attachment unit. They are an important part of the safety system. These decals must be replaced in time due to abrasion, etc. It is your responsibility to replace the decals when they become hard to read[...]
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3 General Safety Rules 1. Never edge while people, especially children or pets are nearby . 2. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blade, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. 3. Do not start the motor when a bystander is standing in front of the blade. 4. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. 5[...]
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Length (feet) 1 to 25 26 to 50 51 to 100 101 to 150 Cord gauge (A WG) 18 16 14 12 4 b. Based on the total length of cord that you are going to use, check the chart to make sure the cord meets the correct minimum cord gauge (A WG) requirements. IMPOR T ANT NOTE: Using an undersized cord or a larger number cord gauge (A WG) than recommended in the ch[...]
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5 W ARNING – DANGER IMPROPER ASSEMBL Y OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESUL T IN SERIOUS INJUR Y . MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULL Y . IF YOU HA VE ANY QUESTIONS, CONT ACT MANTIS CUSTOMER SER VICE. 34. Always disconnect power cord from power source: a. Before cleaning blockages. b. Before checking, cleaning or working on the cutting portion [...]
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6 T ools: 9 / 16 " wrench, pin supplied with the unit or screwdriver 1. Remove the following parts from the Edge T rimmer Assembly: blade mounting bolt #1 by rotating it clockwise, clamping plate #2, gear case cover #3, holding screws #4, and cover #5. (Pictures 1 and 2) 2. Install the blade guard to the gear case aligning 3 mounting holes (Pi[...]
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7 Check the balance of the assembled unit. The handles and shoulder harness have been assembled at the factory and set according to the average sized person. This can be adjusted to the operator ’ s preference. 1. Unit handles can be re-adjusted to the operator ’ s preference by simply loosening the screws and sliding handles up or down the sha[...]
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8 T ools: 9 / 16 " wrench, pin or screwdriver 1. Lock the gear shaft by inserting the pin or screwdriver through the aligned keyholes in the gear case cover and the gear case to prevent rotation (Picture 19). 2. Hold the pin or screwdriver in place and remove bolt by turning it clockwise (Picture 20), then remove clamping plate (Picture 21), a[...]
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9 1. Clean. 2. Lubricate for rust prevention. 3. Store indoor . Storage 1. W ith both hands on the handles, push lockout trigger button with your thumb first, and then squeeze trigger . Start edging when blade rotates at full RPM, by lowering the blade gently into the ground. 2. Thoroughly inspect the surface were the equipment is to be used and re[...]
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10 Service Maintenance Guide Area Maintenance procedure Frequency Spline male/female connection of the inner drive shaft Inspect/Lubricate 1. Remove the side screw , and loosen up other three as shown on the diagram (left). 2. Pull the shaft from the gear housing. 3. Pull and clean internal shaft. 4. Lubricate. 5. Re-install the drive shaft. 6. Do [...]
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11 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 20 11 12 24 25 9 10 13 14 15 16 23 22 18 19 21 26 31 29 28 30 32 27 42 39 41 40 34 33 35 36 37 38 44 43 49 58 48 47 46 51 54 55 56 57 53 52 56 45 50 62 60 61 59 63 1 7 Edger “E” System Exploded V iew[...]
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KEY # DESCRIPTION P ART # QTY 1 GEAR CASE ASSEMBL Y 331 137 1 2 GEAR CASE 331 138 1 3 O-RING 331 139 1 4 BEARING 6201Z 331 140 1 5 SEAL 331 141 1 6 RING RET AINING 331 142 1 7 SHAFT 331 143 1 8 GEAR 331 144 1 9 PINION 331 145 1 10 BEARING 609 331146 1 1 1 BEARING 609Z 331 147 1 12 RING RET AINING 331 148 1 13 RING RET AINING 331 149 1 14 MOUNTING B[...]
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Specifications, descriptions, and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. P/N 331702 3/06 MANTIS 1028 Str eet Road Southampton , P A 18966 (215) 355-9700 2 YEAR LIMITED SER VICE & W ARRANTY POLICY FOR ELECTRIC EDGER A TT ACHMENT MANTIS extends this l[...]