Brown Products BedEdger Bantam _ Bantam Mole (B565H, B580H, B590H, B765H, B780H, B790H) - Manual (Page 12)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Brown BedEdger Bantam ™
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
1. Check machine.
a. Read and be familiar with equipment operating instructions.
b. Be sure you have the proper rotor for trench size and soil conditions.
c. Check rotor retaining nut for tightness.
d. Be sure belts and pulleys are properly aligned and adjusted.
e. Check hood mounting bolts and nuts for tightness.
f. Check set screws in pulleys and lock collars for tightness.
g. Check all other nuts and bolts for tightness.
h. Check Clutch Cable tension. Tension is adjusted using the turnbuckle so that the clutch
spring stretches approximately ¾” to 1” when clutch in engaged.
2. Check machine
CAUTION:
NEW ENGINES SHIPPED WITH MACHINES ARE NOT SERVICED. ADD OIL
TO CRANKCASE BEFORE STARTING.
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain
conditions. Always stop the engine and do not refill tank while you are smoking or near
open flame or sparks.
WARNING:
Never start or run the engine while in an area where fumes may
collect. Carbon Monoxide from the exhaust is an odorless and deadly gas which must
have adequate space or ventilation to allow rapid dispersal.
a. Be familiar with manufacturer’s operating and safety instructions for engine.
b. Check oil level with dipstick and add if necessary. Do not overfill.
c. Check air filter and clean if necessary. Clean frequently if operating in dusty conditions.
d. Use only clean fuel. Unleaded fuel is recommended in all engines.
e. Be sure muffler and exhaust deflector are installed, are in proper position, and are in
good operating condition. (Deflector should exhaust to the left, away from the air
intake.)
3. Start engine
a. Be sure clutch lever is in disengaged position and no tension is on drive belts.
b. Turn ignition switch to “ON” position.
c. Turn fuel on.
d. Close choke if engine is cold.
e. Pull start cord rapidly.