McCulloch ME240 Edger User Manual


 
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HOW TO USE THE THROTTLE CONTROL
1. During normal use, run the engine at full speed.
2. Move the throttle control rearward to increase
engine speed, or forward to decrease engine
speed. (See Figure 9)
HOW TO USE THE CHOKE
To start the the engine, slide the choke lever to the
CHOKE position. After the engine has been
running for 2-5 seconds, slide the choke lever to the
RUN position. (See Figure 10)
HOW TO USE THE CLUTCH LEVER
1. To engage the cutting blade, move the clutch lever
forward. (See Figure 11)
2. Select the edging depth you need. There are five
selections down to approximately 70 mm deep.
FILLING TANK
1. Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent
contanimation.
2. Remove fuel cap slowly. Place the cap on a clean
surface.
3. Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
4. Prior to fitting the fuel cap, clean and inspect the
gasket.
5. Immediately refit fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe
up any spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a
new engine after the first use.
OPERATION
WARNING
Debris thrown from the edger can result in
foreign objects being thrown into eyes, which
can cause severe eye damage. Always wear
ANSI/SAA compliant safety glasses or eye
shields when operating the edger. If you wear
eyeglasses, use a Wide Vision Safety Mask over
your eyeglasses.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
Throttle Control
Increasing
Speed
Decreasing
Speed
IDLE
RUN
Choke Lever
Choke
Clutch
Control
Forward
Full
Depth
Neutral
Start
Lever