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

Section 1: Safety 3
e) Replace caps on the fuel tank and
fuel container and clean up spilled
fuel before starting engine. Move
machine away from any gasoline
fumes before starting the engine.
f) Keep matches, smoking materials,
open flames, and sparks away
from the fuel tank and fuel
container.
g) Leave 1/2" air space at the top of
the fuel tank to allow for fuel ex-
pansion.
2. Never run the engine inside a closed
area.
3. Never clean, or make adjustments or
repairs with the engine running.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep
the wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting. Remove key on elec-
tric start models.
4. Keep all nuts and bolts tight, espe-
cially the trimmer head attachment bolts,
and keep equipment in good condition.
Check mounting hardware on trimmer
head every time you change trimmer line
and prior to each use.
5. Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
6. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower
free of grass, leaves or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spills. Let
machine cool before storing.
7. After striking an object, stop the en-
gine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Inspect the machine and repair, if neces-
sary, before restarting.
8. Never make adjustments or repairs
while engine is running.
9. Components subject to wear, damage
and deterioration could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and re-
place with factory recommended parts,
when necessary. Regularly inspect the
trimmer head and debris shield. Make
sure they are not bent, damaged, or
loose.
10. Only use eighteen-inch long .130" or
.155" diameter trimmer line. Never use
other lengths, diameters or material as
trimmer line.
11. Trimmer line moves at high speed
and can cut. Always stop
the engine and let all mov-
ing parts stop before re-
placing the trimmer lines.
Let the engine cool.
12. Do not change the engine governor
setting or overspeed the engine. The
governor controls maximum safe operat-
ing speed and protects the engine and all
moving parts from damage caused by
overspeed. Authorized service shall be
sought if a problem exists.
13. Do not touch engine parts which may
be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool
completely before inspecting, cleaning or
repairing the unit.
14. Maintain or replace safety and in-
structional decals. Refer to the Parts List
for replacement decal information.
15. Use only original-equipment replace-
ment parts. Parts manufactured by oth-
ers could present safety hazards and af-
fect performance even though they may
fit on this trimmer/mower.
16. Remember– the end of the season is
a good time to inspect equipment prior to
storage.
17. To guard against engine overheating,
always keep the engine debris guard
mounted and clean.
Safety Decals
Make certain that all safety decals on this equipment are
kept clean and in good condition. The decals are shown
(at reduced sizes) below. If you need a replacement decal,
please refer to the Parts List in this Manual.
WARNING
THROWN OBJECT HAZARD
Objects will be thrown violently by the
cutting head, resulting in significant hazard!
Keep children, pets and bystanders 50 feet
away from machine while operating.
Be alert to hidden obstacles.
ROTATING CUTTING HEAD
Do not service or adjust cutting head or other
moving parts unless engine is stopped and
spark plug wire is disconnected.
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READ OWNERS MANUAL
If you need a replacement manual, write to the
address listed on the serial number decal on
this unit.
1918115 (12/99)
On top of deck
On engine, above muffler
On left
handlebar
On right
handlebar
STOP
1918304 (02/00)