Southland SWLE0799 User Manual

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Safety Definitions 1
Important Safety Information 2-4
Product Specifications 5
Parts & Features 5
Assembly 6
Engine Preparation 7-8
Operation 8-11
Maintenance 12-16
Technical Service 16
Troubleshooting 17
Warranty 18-21
French 23
Spanish 45
07/01/2015 Printed in China A101102
Operator’s Manual
LAWN EDGER
3.1 ft-lbs, 4 Cycle
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MODEL No. SWLE0799
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WARNING
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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Southland SWLE0799 Specifications

General

Brand	Southland
Model	SWLE0799
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Safety Definitions

Safety Alert Symbols

Defines symbols used to alert operators of potential safety hazards.

Safety Warning Symbols

Explains symbols found on the edger for safety precautions.

Control and Operating Symbols

Illustrates and defines symbols related to machine controls and operations.

Important Safety Information

Responsibility of Operator

Outlines the operator's duties for safe use of the edger.

Preparation Safety

Details safety precautions before starting or using the edger.

Operation Safety

Provides safety guidelines for operating the lawn edger.

Important Safety Information

Operation Safety (Continued)

Continues operation safety guidelines, including clothing and visibility.

Fuel Safety

Covers critical safety procedures for handling and storing gasoline.

Storage Safety

Advises on safe storage practices for the edger, especially for extended periods.

Important Safety Information

Repair, Maintenance, and Adjustment Safety

Details safety measures for servicing and maintaining the edger.

Children Safety

Emphasizes precautions to protect children during operation.

Edger Specifications

Parts & Features

Lists and describes the key components and features of the edger.

Assembly

How to Remove Edger from Carton

Instructions for safely unpacking and preparing the edger from its packaging.

How to Assemble the Handle

Step-by-step guide for attaching the edger's handle assembly.

Engine Preparation

Engine Oil

Information regarding the type and checking of engine oil.

How to Check Oil Level and Fill to Proper Level

Detailed steps for checking and filling the engine oil correctly.

Engine Preparation

Fuel

Guidance on the correct type of fuel and fuel handling precautions.

How to Fill Engine with Fuel

Steps for safely adding fuel to the edger's tank.

Operation

Before Starting the Engine

Pre-operation checks and familiarization with controls.

Operation

How to Start Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the edger's engine.

How to Stop the Edger

Procedure for safely shutting down the edger.

Operation

How to Change the Edger Cutting Depth

Guide to adjusting the depth of the cutting blade.

How to Change the Blade Angle for a Beveled Edge

Instructions for adjusting the blade angle for specific edging tasks.

Operation

How to Edge Along a Curb

Steps for maneuvering the edger along curbs.

Edging Tips

Useful advice and best practices for effective edging.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

A table outlining periodic maintenance tasks and their frequency.

Maintenance

Lubrication

Guidance on lubricating moving parts of the edger.

How to Change the Engine Oil

Detailed procedure for draining and replacing engine oil.

How to Replace the Belt

Instructions for replacing the drive belt on the edger.

Maintenance

How to Replace the Belt (Continued)

Continues instructions for belt replacement, including torque specs.

How to Change the Blade

Steps for safely removing and replacing the edger blade.

Maintenance

How to Clean the Air Filter

Procedure for cleaning the engine's air filter for optimal performance.

How to Check the Spark Plug

Guide to inspecting, cleaning, and checking the gap of the spark plug.

Maintenance

How to Prepare for Storage

Steps for preparing the edger for long-term storage.

Technical Service

Contact Information

Provides contact details for technical support and service inquiries.

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Southland® LAWN EDGER Limited Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the product's limited warranty.

Warranty

Emission Control System Warranty

Explains the warranty specific to the engine's emissions control system.

Warranty

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Outlines the process for requesting warranty repairs or service.

Exclusions

Lists conditions and circumstances not covered by the warranty.

Limitations of Liability

Defines the extent of the manufacturer's liability regarding damages.

Warranty

Limitation of Liability (cont.)

Continues the explanation of limitations on manufacturer liability.

Systems Covered by This Warranty

Lists the specific systems and components included in the warranty.