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- Page 1 Models 52051– 4HP Std. 52052– 4.5 HP Elec. GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED Owner’s Manual Trimmer/Mower • Safety • Assembly • Features/Controls • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List (Recoil Start Model Shown)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Dear Owner: You now own one of the finest trimmer/mowers available. It was designed to easily handle a wide vari- ety of trimming, mowing and clearing chores. You will find the Trimmer/Mower 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 main- tain your machine. -
Page 3: Section 1: Safety
Section Safety SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES Under California law, and under the laws of several other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest covered, brush covered, or grass covered land, or on land covered with grain, hay, or other flammable agricultural crop, without an en- gine spark arrestor in continuous effective working order. -
Page 4: Ii. Slope Operation
Section 1: Safety 20. Always wear approved safety gog- gles or safety glasses with side shields when operating equipment. The use of any powered machine can result in for- eign objects being thrown by high- speed rotating parts which can cause personal injury or property damage. -
Page 5: Safety Decals
2. Never run the engine inside a closed area. 3. Never clean, 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 electric start models. 4. -
Page 6: Section 2: Assembly
Section Assembly WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not at- tempt to start the engine until all assembly steps are com- plete and you have read and understand all of the safety and the operating instructions in this Manual. -
Page 7: Step 3: Add Motor Oil
STEP 3: Add Motor Oil CAUTION Do not overfill the engine with motor oil as engine damage could result. A. The unit’s engine was shipped without motor oil which MUST BE ADDED before the engine is started. B. See the Engine Owner’s Manual you received for filling instructions and for the correct oil specifications for your engine. -
Page 8: Section 3: Features And Controls
Section Features and Controls The following are features and controls found on the various models of the Trimmer/Mower. Read the description and location of each feature and con- trol. Unless otherwise noted, a de- tailed descriptions of each feature and control can be found in “Section 4: Operation.”... -
Page 9: Section 4: Operation
Section Operation WARNING Before operating your ma- chine, carefully read and un- derstand all safety (Section 1), controls (Section 3) and operating instructions (Section 4) in this Manual, in the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these in- structions can result in seri- ous personal injury. -
Page 10: Adjust Cutting Height
Section 4: Operation ADJUST LINE CUTTING HEIGHT CAUTION Before adjusting the cutting height, shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, allow the engine to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug. Failure to comply could result in personal injury or property damage. -
Page 11: Operating The Trimmer/Mower
OPERATING THE TRIMMER / MOWER Once you have read and understood the sections in this Manual on “Safety,” “Features and Controls,” “Assembly,” and “Operation,” you are ready to start and operate your trimmer/mower. Checklist Before Starting: 1. Complete the Pre-Start Checklist in this section of the Manual. -
Page 12: Trimming And Mowing Techniques And Tips
Section 4: Operation TRIMMING & MOWING TECHNIQUES AND TIPS Trim When Wet or Dry Grass and most other materials are most efficiently trimmed when dry. But the trimmer/mower will do a fine job even with damp or wet materials. When conditions are moist or damp, be sure to clean debris off the machine regularly to keep cutting efficiency high. -
Page 13: Section 5: Maintenance/Repairs
Section Maintenance/Repairs WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instruc- tions can result in personal in- jury or property damage. -
Page 14: Adjusting Trimmer Head Engagement
Section 5: Maintenance/Repairs WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 15: Inspecting/Replacing The Drive Belt
WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 16: Belt Performance Troubleshooting
Section 5: Maintenance/Repairs WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 17: Changing Trimmer/Mower Lines
WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 18: Cleaning The Engine Foam Debris Filter
Section 5: Maintenance/Repairs WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 19: Battery Recharging
WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Section 5: Maintenance/Repairs Before performing any of the corrections in this Troubleshooting Chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealer for engine service. Contact your local authorized Trimmer/Mower dealer for service problems with the machine. PROBLEM Engine does not start. - Page 21 If you need service or parts: For service assistance or parts, contact your local authorized dealer or the factory. Your local dealer or the factory service department will need to know the model/serial numbers of the unit to provide the most efficient service.
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Page 22: Parts List
Trimmer/Mower Parts List 35, 36 ENGINE, DECK, COVERS AND GUARDS, BATTERY 14, 38... - Page 23 Hex Hd Flange Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4 ... 2 * Order parts from your local Briggs and Stratton engine dealer. Refer to engine for model/type number. ** Quantity of 3 for Model 52052 only. Quantity is 1 for Model 52051. (A) Model 52051...
- Page 24 Trimmer/Mower Parts List HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY...
- Page 25 Hex Flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4... 90063 Hex Flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 1... 9953 Hardened Shim, 3/4 ID x 1.022 OD x .060 thick... 9928 Belleville Washer, 5/8 ... Models 52051 and 52052 Ref. # Part # Description Qty. 1763682 Cable Tie... 1910809001 Lower Handlebar (B) ...
- Page 26 Trimmer/Mower Parts List LOWER STEERING ASSEMBLY Ref. # Part # Description 1910823 Wheel - 6 spoke ... 1915823 Wheel Stud... 1915824 Wheel Mounting Bracket ... 1733398 Top Lock Nut, 3/8-16 ... 1744708 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 ... Qty. Ref. # 1111606 1186331 9901...
- Page 27 Description 1904476 Trimmer String Kit, .155" (includes 24 pieces)... N/I 1904477 Trimmer String Kit, .130" (includes 24 pieces)... N/I N/I Not included with unit, order separately Models 52051 and 52052 Qty. Ref. # Part # Qty. 5003 1768449 Description Safety Goggles ...
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Page 28: Customer Service Information
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Owner Registration Card Please fill out and mail the enclosed owner registration card. The purpose of this card is to register each unit at the factory in order to keep the owner informed with informational bulletins and safety literature. Warranty Service The warranty statement is included in the unit’s literature package.