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Troy-Bilt 258 Operator's Manual

Troy-Bilt 258 Operator's Manual

22” string trimmer mower
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Operator's Manual
22" String Trimmer
Mower
Model 258
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
769-00009E.fm
FORM NO.
(10/03)

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  • Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. TROY-BILT LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 www.troybilt.com...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    9. Trim or mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk never run. 10. Stop the trimmer head when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. 11. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause.
  • Page 5 up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris. 10. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing. General Service: 1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

  • Page 6: Section 2: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower or string trimmer mower on such slopes.

  • Page 7: Section 3: Assembling Your String Trimmer Mower

    SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR STRING TRIMMER MOWER This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT: in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the string trimmer mower is observed from the operating position.

  • Page 8: Stopping Engine

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR STRING TRIMMER MOWER Control Lock Bracket Starter Handle Handle Connectors String Cutting Blade Bracket Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your string trimmer mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 4 with your string trimmer mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.

  • Page 9: Starting Engine

    SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR STRING TRIMMER MOWER WARNING: Debris thrown from the string trimmer mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can cause severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses included with unit or eye shields when operating the string trimmer mower.

  • Page 10: Customer Responsibilities

    • Secure the handle connectors in position by tightening each wing nut (carriage bolts must be seated properly into the handle and grooves must line up between connectors). Also make certain the bottom tip of the upper handle connector in front of the bottom tip of lower handle connector.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    WARNING: Always disconnect spark cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your string trimmer mower. Lubrication Control Lever: Lubricate the pivot points on the control lever at least once a season with light oil. See Figure 7. Wheels: Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil.

  • Page 12: Drive Belt Removal And Replacement

    Drive Belt Removal And Replacement • Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. • Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage. • If unit is tipped for easier access to belt, tip the string trimmer mower back on its side to keep engine spark plug side up.

  • Page 13: Section 8: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. (If Equipped) 4. Blocked fuel line. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Engine flooded Engine runs erratic 1.

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