Operator's Manual
WE43 Series Walk-Behind Edger
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OPERATION
PREPARING ENGINE FOR STARTING
Before starting your edger, make sure the black throttle cable
housing is seated all the way into the brass ferrule at the engine
side of the cable.
GAS AND OIL QUALITY
To operate the engine, we recommend using Viper® brand two-
cycle oil (P/N 300400) to ensure that the engine operates cor-
rectly throughout the life of the engine. Use unleaded regular
gas only.
NOTE: Viper® oil can be purchased from our web site at www.
getearthquake.com.
MIXTURE
Run engine with a 50:1 ratio.
MIXING FUEL AND FILLING FUEL TANK
MIXING FUEL
1. Fuel must be mixed in a container outside in a well-ventilated
area.
2. Fill certified fuel container 1/4 full of recommended fuel. Use
unleaded regular gas only. It is best to use premium gasoline
that has no ethanol content.
3. Add recommended amount of two-cycle oil. Earthquake®
also suggests the use of a fuel stabilizer/additive to prevent
gasoline from oxidizing and gumming up the carburetor.
4. Screw container cap on straight and tight.
5. Shake the container to mix fuel and oil.
6. Unscrew fuel cap slowly to vent; add the remainder of fuel
requirements.
7. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil and allow to evaporate before
moving or transporting.
GAS
OIL
RATIO
1 gallon
2.6 ounces
50:1
2 gallons
5.1 ounces
50:1
5 gallons
13 ounces
50:1
CAUTION
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN THE TANK INDOORS.
FUEL AND FUEL VAPORS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
NEVER MIX FUEL AND OIL DIRECTLY IN ENGINE FUEL TANK.
USE ONLY NONMETAL, PORTABLE FUEL CONTAINERS AP-
PROVED BY THE UNDERWRITER’S LABORATORY (U.L.)
OR THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING & MATERIALS
(ASTM).
ONLY AN ADULT SHOULD HANDLE AND FILL THE EN-
GINE WITH FUEL.
ALWAYS HANDLE GAS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA,
OUTDOORS, AWAY FROM FLAMES OR SPARKS.
DO NOT START ENGINE IF FUEL IS SPILLED. WIPE OFF
EXCESS FUEL AND ALLOW TO DRY. REMOVE ENGINE
FROM AREA TO AVOID SPARKS.
IMPORTANT
THIS ENGINE USES A GAS/OIL MIXTURE. DO NOT RUN ON
STRAIGHT GAS ONLY, ENGINE DAMAGE WILL RESULT.
DO NOT START ENGINE WITH BATTERY CHARGER CON-
NECTED TO BATTERY. THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO
THE EDGER.
FILLING FUEL TANK
1. Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool before
refilling the fuel tank.
2. Move to a well-ventilated area, outdoors, away from flames
and sparks.
3. Clean debris from area around the fuel cap.
4. Loosen fuel cap slowly. Place the cap on a clean, dry surface.
5. Carefully add fuel without spilling.
6. Do not fill fuel tank completely full; allow space for fuel to
expand.
7. Immediately replace fuel cap and tighten. Wipe off spilled
fuel and allow to dry before starting engine.
