Troy-Bilt 52063 - Manual (Page 2)

Dear Owner:
You now own one of the finest trimmer/mowers available. It
was designed to easily handle a wide variety of trimming,
mowing and clearing chores. You will find the machine to
be an invaluable tool in caring for your property.
Please carefully read this Manual. It tells you how to safely
and easily assemble, operate and maintain your machine.
Be sure that you and any other operators carefully follow
the recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury or property damage.
Of course, if you should ever have any problems or ques-
tions, please contact your local authorized service dealer or
call the Factory (see back cover).
We want to be sure that you are completely satisfied at all
times.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
See Back Cover for
Customer Service information
Safety Alert Symbol
This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this
manual and on the unit to alert you to potential
hazards. When you see this symbol, read and
obey the message that follows it. Failure to obey
safety messages could result in personal injury or
property damage.
SECTION 1: SAFETY ...........................................1
General Operation ......................................................1
Slope Operation .........................................................2
Children......................................................................2
Service .......................................................................2
Safety Decals .............................................................3
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY .......................................4
Inspection After Delivery ............................................4
Step 1: Unpacking Unit ..............................................4
Step 2: Install Handlebars ..........................................4
Step 3: Attach Throttle Control Lever .........................5
Step 4: Add Motor Oil.................................................5
Step 5: Check Trimmer Head Hardware .....................5
Step 6: Connect and Charge Battery...........................6
SECTION 3: FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...................7
SECTION 4: OPERATION ......................................8
Pre-Start Checklist .....................................................8
Fill Fuel Tank ..............................................................8
Adjust Handlebar Height ............................................8
Adjust Line Cutting Height .........................................8
Use Correct Diameter Trimmer Line...........................9
How to Use the Trimmer Head Control Bail................9
Operating the Machine ...............................................9
Additional Operating Tips and Techniques ...............10
Trimming/Cutting Quick Reference Chart.................10
SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE .................................11
Required Maintenance Schedule ..............................11
Adjusting Trimmer Head Engagement......................11
Removing and Replacing the Trimmer Head ............12
Inspecting/Replacing the Drive Belt..........................12
Cleaning and Debris Removal ..................................14
Cleaning the Engine .................................................14
Lubrication ...............................................................14
Compact Storage .....................................................14
General Engine Maintenance ....................................14
Engine Oil Service ....................................................14
Air Cleaner Service ...................................................14
Spark Plug Service ...................................................14
Spark Arrester Screen Service..................................14
Carburetor/Governor Adjustments ...........................14
Throttle Control Adjustment .....................................15
Off-Season Storage ..................................................15
Battery Recharging/Replacement .............................15
Changing Trimming Lines ........................................16
Troubleshooting .......................................................17
PARTS LIST ...................................................18
ACCESSORIES & KITS .......................................21
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION ...........Back Cover
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