Table Of Contents - Troy-Bilt 52057 Owner's Manual

Dear Owner:
You now own one of the finest trimmer/mowers avail-
able. 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.
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.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the state of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-
tive harm.

Table of Contents

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 the Correct Diameter Trimmer Line.....................9
Using the Trimmer Head Control Bail.........................9
Operating the Trimmer/Mower ...................................9
Additional Operating Tips and Techniques ...............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 Debris Guard............................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
Engine Cleaning .......................................................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
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION ...........Back Cover