Troy-Bilt 52067 - 5HP - Manual (Page 2)

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: Unpack Unit ...................................................4
Step 2: Install Handlebars ..........................................4
Step 3: Attach Throttle Control Lever .........................4
Step 4: Add Motor Oil.................................................4
Step 5: Check Trimmer Head Hardware .....................4
SECTION 3: FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...................6
SECTION 4: OPERATION ......................................7
Pre-Start Checklist .....................................................7
Fill Fuel Tank ..............................................................7
Adjust Handlebar Height ............................................7
Adjust Line Cutting Height .........................................7
Use Correct Diameter Trimmer Line...........................7
How to Use Trimmer Head Control Bail......................8
Operating the Machine ...............................................8
Operating Tips and Techniques ..................................9
SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE .................................10
Required Maintenance Schedule ..............................10
Adjusting Trimmer Head Engagement......................10
Removing and Replacing the Trimmer Head ............11
Inspecting/Replacing the Drive Belt..........................11
Lubrication ...............................................................13
Cleaning and Debris Removal ..................................13
Compact Storage .....................................................13
Cleaning the Engine..................................................13
Changing Trimmer Lines..........................................14
General Engine Maintenance ....................................15
Engine Oil Service .................................................15
Air Cleaner Service................................................15
Spark Plug Service................................................15
Spark Arrester Screen Service ..............................15
Engine Cleaning ....................................................15
Carburetor/Governor Control Adjustments............15
Throttle Control Adjustment..................................15
Off-Season Storage ..................................................15
Troubleshooting .......................................................16
PARTS LIST ...................................................17
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION ...........Back Cover
Table of Contents 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 which 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
questions, please contact your local authorized service
dealer or call the Factory.
We want to be sure that you are completely satisfied
at all times.
Note: Be sure to fill out and return the Owner
Registration Card that was supplied with this Manual.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
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.
See Back Cover for
Customer Service information