Bolens 248-600A Owner's Manual
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3. no 28 to the right so that the inside of guide ref no 32 is to the walk If operator is on lawn pull the guard ass y ref no 28 to the left This allows the outside of guide ref no 31 to be towards the walk This will protect your blade from wear and damage aon 4 Guard Ass y Ref No 50 Ref No 28 Blade Ref No 35 Figure 2 6 To operate the edger as a trimmer rotate the cutter head 90 by adjusting the blade plane adjuster The edger can be adjusted by lowering the front wheel with the wheel vertical adjustment so the front wheel will roll in the street while the rear wheel is on top of the curb UP SLOPED FLAT DRIVE LI ATT UP TO FENCE UP TO FENCE UNDER FENCE POST Foundations etc CAUTION Do not adjust the blade guard with the engine running 248 600A a IF YOU WRITE TO US ABOUT THIS ARTICLE OR IF YOU ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS AL WAYS MENTION THIS MODEL amp SERIAL NO MODEL PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 248 600A PART COLOR NEW PART COLOR Fa CODE DESCRIPTION PART CODE DESCRIPTION Thd Flat Washer 625 1 D x 937 Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 00 O D Pulley Spindle 1 720 0142 Flat Bar Grip 10244 Clamp Bracket 2 09948 Clutch Handle Assembly 09944 463 Belt Guard Assembly 3 710 0106 Hex Hd Cap Scr 4 20 x 1 1 4 736 0329 Spring L Wash 14 Scr
4. specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary from state to state WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester If this equipment is used on any forest covered land brush covered land or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California before using on such Jand the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided In addition spark arrester is required by law to be in effective working order The spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code 2 MIDIMPORTANT It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL After assembly see operating section of this manual for proper fuel and amount SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR EDGERS TRAINING 1 Read the Operating and Service Instruction Manual carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equip ment Never allow children to operate a power mower Keep the area of operation clear of all per sons particularly small children and pets PREPARATION 1 Thoroughiv inspect the area where the equip ment is t
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6. FIFTV CENTS OWNER S MANUAL Model No ASSEMBLY OPERATION 248 600A MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST Important Read Safetv Rules and Instructions Carefully EDGER PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 770 7479 LIMITED WARRANTV For one vear from the date of original retail purchase MTD PRODUCTS ING will either repair or replace at its option free of charge F O B factorv or authorized service firm any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship Transportation charges under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse excessive use accident neglect improper maintenance alterations or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This warranty does not apply to the engine motor battery battery charger or component parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor If you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area please write to the Customer Service Department of MTD The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written permission has been extended by MTD This warranty gives you
7. UDES All claims MUST be substantiated with the following information 1 Model Number of unit involved 1 Replacement of Missing Parts on new equipment 2 Date unit was purchased or first put into service 3 Date of failure 4 Nature of failure 2 Replacement of Defective Pasts within the warranty period 8 Repair of Defects within the warranty period MTD PRODUCTS INC 5389 WEST 130th STREET P O BOX 2741 CLEVELAND OHIO 44111
8. e holes in the frame and insert the axle bolt through the wheel belleville washer frame handle lockwasher and secure with hex nut as shown on the parts drawing 3 Assemble the upper handle assembly to the lower handle with four carriage bolts lockwashers and nuts 4 Assemble the clutch rod to the clutch handle and pivot bracket assembly and secure with cotter pins 5 Check the lubrication section of this manual for proper engine lubrication care CONTROLS Engine One lever operates the choke regulates the engine speed and stops the engine Ref No 73 Depth Control Adjustment The clutching and declutching of the belt is accomplished by moving the clutch handle To declutch pull the handle towards you as you operate the edger The farther you push the handle forward the deeper the cut To operate the clutch handle move it to the left so the pin clears the clutch plate Ref No 4 Cam Lever The cam lever releases the blade guard assembly so it can be rotated to any position The cam lever can be tightened by adjusting the hex nut on the stud ref no 29 Blade Plane Adjustment The cutting blade can be adjusted from vertical to horizontal position by releasing the lever on the pivot bracket assembly and rotating the spindle housing The notches will hold it in any position Ref No 24 Wheel Horizontal Adjustment Loosening the lever on the front of the frame will allow you to move the front wheel brac
9. ew Lg 710 0599 Hex Wash Hd Thd Cut Scr 4 09950 Clutch Plate Type F 4 20 x Lg 5 732 0171 Compression Spring 09934 Spindle Housingt 6 736 0264 Flat Washer 711 0385 Spacer 7 712 0372 Hex Centerlock Nut 5 16 18 711 0384 Spindle 8 736 0116 711 0420 714 0115 Lg Clutch Rod 9 09951 715 0246 Spirol Pin 3 16 Dia x 1 10 10113 463 Handle Cover Lg l 11 Engine 738 0213 Axle Bolt Front Wheel 12 714 0105 Square Key 187 Sq x1 Lg 09392 513 Wheel Assembly 7 Dia 13 711 0421 Pulley Engine Front 14 09941 463 Belt Guard Assembly 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 15 736 0114 Internal Lockwasher 12 Dia 736 0119 Spring L Wash 5 16 Scr 16 710 0121 Hex Hd Cap Ser 12 20 x 3 4 715 0111 Spirol Pin 3 16 Dia x 1 Lg Lg 711 0386 Spacer 17 748 0227 Hex Bearing 711 0110 Shoulder Bolt 18 710 0442 Hex Hd Cap Scr 5 16 18 x 712 0114 Castle Hex Nut 12 20 Thd 11 2 Lg 736 0105 Belleville Washer 19 1 754 0142 V Belt 3 8 x 31 2 Lg 711 0207 Lock Handle 20 710 0402 Hex Hd Cap Scr 5 16 18 x 711 0382 Shaft 4 Lg 09392 514 Wheel Ass y 8 Dia Rear 2 21 711 0379 Bushing 07006 Fortiflex Bearing 22 732 0187 Compres
10. ket assembly to either side of the frame Ref No 58 Wheel Vertical Adjustment By releasing the lever on the R H side of the frame you can raise and lower the front wheel of your edger Additional adjustment can be made by unscrew ing the axle bolt and using the different holes in the end of the wheel bracket assembly Ref No 24 By becoming familiar with all the controls and adjustments before you operate your edger you will be able to easily adjust your edger to a variety of cutting and trimming conditions While the engine is running DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS except with the engine control or the depth control adjustment STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Fill the crankcase with oil See Lubrication section of this manual 2 Fill the gasoline tank with regular gasoline 3 Move the depth control adjustment lever back as far as it will travel and engage the pin in the clutch plate ref no 4 4 Set the engine control in the choke position 5 Grasp the starter handle and pull out the cord rapidly Return it slowly to the engine If the engine does not start after two pulls move the engine control to the fast position CAUTION The manufacturer recommends that the operator wear safety glasses or some other suitable eye protection LUBRICATION Engine Fill sump with oil Use a high quality detergent oil classified For Service MS Nothing should be added to the recommended oi
11. l SUMMER Use SAE 30 WINTER Below 40 F Use SAE 5W 20 or SAE 10W Directions Place the engine level Remove filler plug FILL THE OIL SUMP TO POINT OF OVERFLOW Pour slowly Wheels The wheel bearings are lifetime fortiflex and require no lubrication Cutter Head Bearings The two ball bearings in the cutter head are lubricated and sealed at the factory and require no lubrication Lubricate all other moving parts with engine oil MAINTENANCE Blade Removal Use a wrench on both sides of the blade when removing it for replacement Belt Removal To remove the V Belt remove the belt guard on the engine pulley and the belt guard on the spindle housing Replace with a 3 8 x 31 2 V Belt Part Number 754 0142 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Loosen the lever ref no 58 on the wheel horizontal adjustment and move it all the way to the right and tighten the lever Lever Ref No 58 Guard Ass y Ref No 28 Blade Ref No 35 Figure 1 2 3 Move the depth control adjustment lever down until the blade engages in the ground Be sure the guide ref no 31 which is mounted on the guard ass y ref no 28 follows in the fresh cut of the blade See position of guard fig 1 Be sure guide ref no 31 rides against the walk see fig 2 below 5 Guard ass y ref no 28 is adjustable hori zontaliv If operator is on walk as in fig 2 pull guard ass y ref
12. ment before cleaning the mower hous ing and when making any repairs or inspec tions When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Do not run the engine indoors Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging chute MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 2 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the en gine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce fire hazard keep the engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease Check the grass catcher bag frequently for wear or deterioration Replace with new bag for safety protection ASSEMBLV Your new edger is shipped preassembled with the exception of the handle rear wheels and throttle control 1 Remove the edger and all parts from the carton Make certain that all loose parts and literature are removed from carton before carton is discarded 2 Assemble the lower handle into the slots in the rear of the frame Line up the holes in the handle with th
13. ndle shaft order part number 10229 Part of throttle control complete 10449 NOTE The engine is not under warranty by the edger manufacturer lf repairs or service is needed on the engine please contact your nearest author NOTE This instruction manual covers various ized engine service outlet Find It Fast models and all specifications shown do not Check the Yellow Pages of In The necessarily apply to your model Specifica your telephone book under Yellow Pages tions subject to change without notice or Engines Gasoline obligation ia gt SA PARTS INFORMATION BRIGGS 8 STRATTON TECUMSEH AND PEERLESS PARTS AND SERVICE ji Briggs amp Stratton Tecumseh and Peerless parts c service should be handled by your nearest authorizeu engine service firm Check the yellow pages of your telephone directory under the listing Engines Gasoline Briggs amp Stratton or Tecumseh Lauson POWER EQUIPMENT PARTS AND SERVICE Parts and service for all MTD manufactured power equip ment are available through the authorized service firms listed below All orders should specify the model number of your unit parts number description of parts and the quantity of each part required ALABAMA BIRMINGHAM NEW YORK CARTHAGE Auto Electric 8 Carburetor Co 2625 4th Ave S 35233 Gamble Dist Inc West End Ave 13619 ARKANSAS NORTH LITTLE ROCK NORTH CAROLINA GRE
14. o be used and remove all stones sticks wire bones and other foreign objects Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals Alwavs wear substan tial footwear Check the fuel before starting the engine Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors when the engine is running or while the engine is still hot Wipe off anv spilled gasoline before starting the engine Disengage the self propelled mechanism or drive clutch on units so equipped before starting the engine Never attempt to make a wheel adjustment while the engine is running Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light Never operate the equipment in wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run OPERATION 1 2 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat ing parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times l Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drive walks or roads After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower If the equipment should start to vibrate ab normally stop th engine and check im mediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine whenever you leave the equip
15. sion Spring 738 0108 Axle Bolt Rear 23 09932 Pivot Bracket Assembly 736 0169 Spring L Wash for 3 8 Scr 09946 Lever Assembly 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 Thd 736 0112 Belleville Washer 09930 463 Base Assembly 715 0119 Roll Pin 5 32 x 3 4 Lg 09936 463 Wheel Bracket Ass y 09953 Cam Lever 09955 Handie Lower 09938 463 Guard Assembly 726 0178 Cable Tie 711 0383 Stud 710 0111 Carriage Bolt 4 20 x 11 4 Lg 712 0107 Hex Centerlock Nut A 20 736 0329 Spring L Wash 1 4 Scr Thd 712 0287 Hex Nut 4 20 Thd 09952 Guide 10112 Handle Upper 712 0101 Roll Pin 14 x 1 Lg 10449 Throttle Control Complete 732 0188 Tension Spring 746 0232 Conduit and Wire 710 0316 Hex Hd Cap Scr 5 16 18 x 07470 Knob 1 Lg 710 0606 Hex Hd Cap Scr 20 x 09954 Blade 1 Lg 712 0200 Hex Elastic Stop Nut 20 718 0144 Grip Handle Thd 710 0137 Set Scr 5 16 24 Thd Hex Jam Nut 12 20 Thd 712 0922 Spring Pin Spir 3 16 Dia x i Bearings 203 38 741 0124 1 00 Lg For faster service order standard nuts bolts and washers locally If these items cannot be obtained locally order by part number and size as shown on parts list 715 0247 463 Top Flite Red When ordering parts if color or finish is important use the appropriate color code shown at left e g Top Flite Red 10112 463 tTo order spindle housing complete with two bearings spacer and spi
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