Atom 430 User Manual

DOMESTIC LAWN EDGERS
2 Stroke Engines – Model 430
MULTI INTERNATIONAL GOLD MEDALS &
AWARD WINNING LAWN EDGERS & TILLERS
Operator /
Owner Manual
63898MA-11
1711
• Safety Precautions • Assembling • Service
• Operating and Edging Instructions
Important Manual – Do Not Throw Away
Manual always to be available for reference or
instructing new operators.
Introduction: Gasoline Lawn Edger
This Atom Gasoline Powered Edger is designed to the highest
standards to ensure you many hours of uninterrupted service.
Pay special attention to the safety precautions. Only persons
who understand this Manual are to operate the Edger.
To receive maximum performance and satisfaction from
your Edger, it is important that you read and understand the
maintenance and safety precautions before using the unit.
Contact your Atom dealer or the Atom distributor in your
area if you do not understand or cannot carry out any of the
operating instructions in this Manual.
Atom’s philosophy is to continually improve all of its products.
As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made
from time to time. Appearances may differ between models.
This manual covers information required to operate, maintain
and service this Atom Lawn Edger.
AS WITH ANY POWER TOOL IMPROPER USE CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY. Make sure this manual is read and carefully
understood before starting or operating this equipment.
The purpose of Safety
Warnings and Notes in
this Manual is to attract your attention to possible dangers and
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The Safety
Warnings in this Manual and on the Edger do not, by themselves,
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not
substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others.
Contents
Safety Warning Labels ....................................... 1
Safety Precautions ......................................... 2 - 3
Assembling the Edger .........................................3
Parts and Controls ............................................. 4
Fuels and Oils .................................................. 4
Starting and Stopping Instructions ....................... 5
Edging Instructions ............................................ 5
Maintenance Instructions .................................... 6
Air Filter & Carburettor Instructions ...................... 6
Troubleshooting Tips .......................................... 7
Lubrication of Gears .......................................... 7
Parts List and Parts Illustration .......................... 7-8
The information contained in this manual is also
available at www.atomindustries.com
Advises you of information or instructions vital
to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
! SAFETY WARNING
! WARNING
! NOTE
Read operators manual
Do not expose motor
to moisture
Wear eye protection
Keep bystanders away
15m (50 feet)
Blade cover label
SAFETY WARNING LABELS
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
ATOM Lawn Edgers have Australian and foreign Patents, Patent Pending, and Design Registrations.
FIG 1
FIG 2
Disconnect the
mains plug if the
cord is damaged or
entangled
ELECTRIC
PRODUCTS
ONLY
ACN 000 583 924
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Atom 430 Specifications

General

Brand	Atom
Model	430
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Safety Precautions

Safe Maintenance, Repair, and Storing

Safe Starting and Working Conditions

Emphasizes proper footing, grip, and awareness of surroundings for safe operation.

Safe Fueling Instructions

Precautions for handling flammable gasoline, including refueling outdoors and cooling the engine.

Safe Starting Procedures

Safe Working Instructions and Adjustments

Assembling the Atom Edger

Assembly Steps

Parts and Controls Identification

Fuel and Oil Mixture

Instructions for using the correct 50:1 oil and gasoline mixture for 2-stroke engines.

Fueling Precautions

Safety advice on handling flammable fuel, including cooling the engine before refueling.

Starting and Stopping Instructions

Cold Start Procedure

Step-by-step guide for starting a cold engine, including choke and primer use.

Hot or Warm Start Procedure

Procedure for starting the engine when it's already warm.

Flooded Engine Recovery

Edging Instructions

General Edging Operation

Guidance on inspecting the area, adjusting height, and moving forward during edging.

Blade Rotation Speed and Clutch

Edging Along Concrete

Maintenance Instructions

Blade Replacement

Detailed steps for removing and installing blades, including using original parts.

Air Filter Maintenance

Procedure for cleaning and oiling the air filter to maintain warranty and performance.

Carburettor Adjustment

Fuel Filter Cleaning

Parts List and Illustrations

Throttle Trigger Assembly Repair

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Lists common problems, their causes, and recommended actions for resolution.