Troy-Bilt 52065 - Manual (Page 2)

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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: SAFETY ........................................... 3
General Operation....................................................... 3
Slope Operation .......................................................... 4
Children ...................................................................... 4
Service........................................................................ 4
Safety Decals ............................................................. 5
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY ....................................... 6
Inspection After Delivery ............................................ 6
Step 1: Unpacking Unit ............................................... 6
Step 2: Install Handlebar ............................................ 6
Step 3: Attach Throttle Control Lever.......................... 6
Step 4: Add Motor Oil ................................................. 6
Step 5: Check Trimmer Head Hardware...................... 6
SECTION 3: FEATURES & CONTROLS ........................ 8
SECTION 4: OPERATION ...................................... 9
Pre-Start Checklist...................................................... 9
Fill Fuel Tank............................................................... 9
Adjust Handlebar Height ............................................. 9
Adjust Line Cutting Height .......................................... 9
Use the Correct Diameter Trimmer Line ..................... 10
Using the Trimmer Head Control Bail ......................... 10
Operating the Machine................................................ 10
Operating Tips and Techniques .................................. 11
SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE .................................. 12
Maintenance Schedule................................................ 12
Adjusting Trimmer Head Engagement ........................ 12
Removing and Replacing the Trimmer Head .............. 12
Inspecting and Replacing the Drive Belt ..................... 13
Belt Performance Troubleshooting ............................. 14
Lubrication ................................................................. 14
Cleaning the Engine .................................................... 14
Trimmer/Mower Cleaning and Debris Removal .......... 15
Compact Storage ........................................................ 15
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
Changing Trimmer Lines ............................................ 16
Troubleshooting ................................................ 17
Parts List ........................................................ 18
Customer Service Information .................... Back Cover
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 ques-
tions, please contact your local authorized service dealer or the
Factory.
We want to be sure that you are completely satisfied at all
times.
NOTE: Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Registra-
tion Card that was supplied with this Manual.
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.