McCulloch ME240 Edger User Manual


 
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ENGINE PREPARATION
ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN OIL OR PETROL WHEN SHIPPED
Before you use the unit, read the information on safety,
operation, maintenance, and storage. This edger was
shipped with a 400 ml contain er of SAE30 motor oil.
This oil is to be added to the engine before operating.
Follow the below procedure to fill the crankcase with
oil.
FIRST TIME FILL
1. Place the edger on a level surface and make sure the
adjustable wheels are set so the main frame of the
edger is level.
2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
Note: the crankcase is shipped empty. Fill with 400
ml of oil.
3. When adding oil, use a funnel or a nozzle for the oil
container to reduce spillage.
4. DO NOT OVERFILL. Check the oil level by
following the instructions below.
TO CHECK THE OIL LEVEL AND FILL TO PROPER LEVEL
1. Place the edger on a level surface and make sure the
curb-hoping wheels are set so the main frame of the
edger is level.
2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean with
cloth. (See Figure 7)
3. Replace dipstick and do NOT screw it. Remove and
check oil level.
4. When oil level is full, the oil will be at upper limit on
dip stick. (See Figure 8)
5. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark
on the dipstick (See Figure 8), add oil slowly and
recheck until oil level reaches upper limit of dipstick.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Replace and tighten dipstick.
7. Clean up any spilled oil.
NOTE: When adding oil, frequently insert the oil fill
cap/dipstick and check the amount of oil in the engine.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
OPERATION
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and must not be used on or near
any forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state
laws. If a spark arrestor is used, the operator must
maintain it in effective working order.
CHECKLIST
For the best performance and satisfaction from this
quality product, please review the following checklist
before you operate the edger:
• All assembly instructions have been completed.
• Check carton to make sure no parts are remaining.
• All fasteners have been properly tightened.
As you learn how to use the edger, pay extra attention
to the following important items:
• Engine oil is at proper level.
• Fuel tank is filled with a fresh, clean, regular unleaded
petrol.
• Become familiar and understand the function of all
controls. Before you start the engine, operate all
controls.
WARNING
Follow the user manual instructions for the type
of petrol and oil to use. Always use a safety petrol
container. Do not smoke when adding petrol to
the engine. When inside an enclosure, do not
fill with petrol. Before you add petrol, stop the
engine. Let the engine cool for several minutes.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Fuel Tank
Oil Fill Cap/
Dipstick
Oil Fill Cap/
Dipstick
Upper Limit
Lower Limit