Bolens 550, 551, 25A-550A163 Owner’s Manual

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Operator's Manual
Models 550
Edger
551
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 attester 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. FORM NO. 769-00566
(11/02)
TABLEOFCONTENTS
Content Page
Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3
Assembling The Edger ....................................................................................... 5
Know The Edger ................................................................................................. 6
Operating The Edger .......................................................................................... 7
Making Adjustments ........................................................................................... 8
Maintaining and Servicing The Edger ................................................................. 10
Off Season Storage ............................................................................................ 12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 12
Parts List ............................................................................................................ 13
FINDINGMODELNUMBER
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new edger. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an
authorized dealer.
You can locate the model number by looking on the surface of the base plate in the rear of the edger. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.
(Model Number)
(Serial Number)
__. TROY-BILT LLC www.boJens.com 330-558-7220
P. O. BOX 361131
CLEVELAND, OH44136
866-840-6483
Copy the model number here:
Copy the serial number here:
ENGINEINFORMATION
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.
CALLINGCUSTOMERSUPPORT
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
Call 1-866-840-6483 or 1-330-558-7220 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You wilt be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.
SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES
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. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL -- HEED ITS WARNING.
WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: This machine was builtto be operated accordingto the rules for safe operationinthis manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
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TRAINING
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets
at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, toys and other foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.
2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
3. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close- fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g. canvas)
shoes.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specifically recommended in the operator's manual.
5.
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Washer your skin and change clothes immediately.
a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
c. Never fuel machine indoors. d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is hot or running.
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
before refueling.
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more
than V2inch below bottom of filler neck to
provide space for fuel expansion. g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine
and equipment. Move unit to another area.
Wait five minutes before starting the engine. i. Never store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, spark or
pilot light as on awater heater, space heater,
furnace,clothes dryer or other gas
appliances. j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes
before storing.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts. Contact with the rotating blade can amputate hands
and feet.
2. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so, makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury.
3. Never operate without blade guard, debris shield and blade control handle in place and working.
4. Neveroperatewithdamagedsafetydevices. Failuretodoso,canresultinpersonalinjury.
5. Neverrunanengineindoorsorinapoorly ventilatedarea.Engineexhaustcontainscarbon
monoxide,anodorlessanddeadlygas.
6. Donotoperatemachinewhileundertheinfluence ofalcoholordrugs.
7. Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch.
8. Neveroperatethismachinewithoutgoodvisibility orlight.Alwaysbesureofyourfootingandkeepa
firmholdonthehandles.Walk,neverrun.
9. Donotoperatethismachineifithasbeendropped ordamaged.Returnmachinetoyournearest
authorizedservicingdealerforexaminationand repair.
10.Donotoperatethismachinewithadamagedor excessivelyworncuttingblade.
11.Neverattempttoclearmaterialfromtheblade guardwhiletheengineisrunning.Shuttheengine off,disconnectthesparkplugwireandground againsttheenginetopreventunintendedstarting.
12.Donotoverloadmachinecapacitybyattemptingto edgeattoofastofarate.
13.Stayalertforunevensidewalks,terrainetc.Always pushslowlyoverroughsurfaces.Donotusethis machineongravelsurfaces.
14.Donotoperatemachineinrainorwetsoil conditions.
15.Alwaysoperatemachinefrombehindthehandles andpositionyourselfwherethedirectlineofsight tocuttingbladeisblockedbyguards.
16.Alwaysstopenginewhenedgingortrimmingis delayedorwhentransportingmachinefromone
locationtoanother.
17.Neverleavearunningmachineunattended.Stop theengine,disconnectsparkplugwireandground againsttheenginetopreventunintendedstarting.
18.Onlyusepartsandaccessoriesmadeforthis machinebythemanufacturer.Failuretodoso,can
resultinpersonalinjury.
19.Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcoveredinthis manual,usecareandgoodjudgment.Contactyour
dealerortelephone1-866-840-6483forassistanceand thenameofyournearestservicingdealer.
MAINTENANCEANDSTORAGE
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
3. Check bolts, and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.
4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over- speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
5. The blade, blade guard and debris shield are subject to wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently check all components and replace with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safetyr'
6. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
7. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
8. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
such as a water heater, furnace,clothes dryer etc.
9. Always refer tothe operator's manual for proper instructionson off-season storage.
4_ WARNING:YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine,
Figure 1
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SECTION2: ASSEMBLINGYOUREDGER
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After setting up the unit, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger
is observed from the operating position.
Groundingthe Engine'sSparkPlug
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against the engine.
Positioningthe EdgerHandles
Remove and discard any packaging cardboard that may be present between the upper handle and the
lower handle.
Depress the blade control bail at the top of the upper handle and pivot the upper handle upward until it snaps into place.
Tighten the wing knobs which are located on both the left and right sides of the handle. See Figure 2.
jUpper Handle
J
Rope Guide
IMPORTANT:Make certain that the engine's spark plug wire isproperly grounded as instructed earlier in this
section before proceeding on tothe next step.
Stand behind the unit and hold the blade control
Upper Handle
_gKnob
Figure 3
bail against the upper handle and gently pull the starter rope out of the engine.
Figure 2
Attachingthe StarterRope
Locate the eyebolt found on the right side of the upper handle.
Loosen, but do NOT remove, the wing knob which secures the rope guide to the upper handle. See Figure 3.
,_ WARNING: The edger blade WILL rotate
NOTE: The starter rope will not puff out of the engine
unless the blade contro/ bail (refer to Figure 3) is depressed against the upper handle.
Slip the starter rope through the top of the rope
Retighten the wing knob which secures the rope
when the starter rope is pulled.
guide.
guide to the upper handle.
SECTION3: KNOWTHEEDGER
Pull Rope / Recoil Starter
Curb Height Adjustment Lever
(If Equipped) _
NOTE: Wheel and blade styles vary by model. Yours may differ slightly.
Bail
Blade Depth Control Lever
(Transport Position Shown)
Blade Adjustment Lever (If Equipped)
\
Spindle Belt Guard
WARNING: Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
NOTE: Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your
edger for a detailed description of all engine-related controls and components.
PullRope/ RecoilStarter
The pull rope/recoil starter is used to start the engine.
Primer
The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor and
aid in starting the engine. Use it to start a cold engine, but do not use it to restart a warm engine after a short
shutdown.
NOTE: Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your edger for a detailed description of all engine-related
controls and components.
BladeControlBail
Located on the upper handle, the blade control bail must be depressed against the upper handle in order to
operate the unit. Releasing the blade control stops the engine and the edger blade. See Figure 4.
Figure 4
BladeDepthControlLever
The blade depth control lever is located on the right side of the upper handle. It is used to control the depth
of the cut. The further forward the blade depth control lever is moved, the deeper into the soil the edger blade
will cut. See Figure 4.
BladeAdjustmentLever(if soequipped)
The blade adjustment lever, if so equipped, is located on the front, left portion of the edger, behind the edger
blade. It is used to vary the angle of the edger blade between one of three positions for edging, beveling, or
trenching. See Figure 4.
CurbHeightAdjustmentLever(ifso equipped)
The curb height adjustment lever, if so equipped, is found on the rear portion of the edger.When placed in
an applicable notch, it aids in stabilizing the edger while edging grass along a curb. See Figure 4.
IMPORTANT: Become familiar with all the controls before operating the edger.
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