Briggs & Stratton 592 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Edger

Model 592

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.

FORM NO.

769-00044.fm
(12/01)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................12

Parts List ............................................................................................................13

Warranty Information..........................................................................................Back Cover

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

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 your your dealer or the MTD Customer Support
department.

•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.

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

ENGINE INFORMATION

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.

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

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- [phone] or 1- (866)-840-6483 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 will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.

For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com

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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

WARNING: THIS SYMBO L POINTS OUT IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUC TIONS WHICH, IF NO T

FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF
AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTION S IN THIS MA NUAL B EFORE ATTEMP TING
TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE IN STRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL — HEED ITS WARNING.

WARNING: The Engine Exhau st from this product con tains chemica ls known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine wa s built t o be opera ted acco rding to t he rules for safe o peration i n this m anual. 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.

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 ca use seriou s persona l
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 rico chet can cause se rious injury to
the eyes.

3. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close­fitting 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.

4. 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.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and

other source s of i gnitio n.
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 ½ inch 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 a water 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.

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4. Never operate with damaged safety devices.
Failure to do so, can result in personal injury.

5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

6. Do not operate machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.

7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.

8. Never operate this machine without good visibility
or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a
firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.

9. Do not operate this machine if it has been dropped
or damaged. Return machine to your nearest
authorized servicing dealer for examination and
repair.

10. Do not operate this machine with a damaged or
excessively worn cutt ing bl ade.

11. Never attempt to clear material from the blade
guard while the engine is running. Shut the engine
off, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
edge at too fast of a rate.

13. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, terrain etc. Always
push slowly over rough surfaces. Do not use this
machine on gravel surfaces.

14. Do not operate machine in rain or wet soil
conditions.

15. Always operate machine from behind the handles
and position yourself where the direct line of sight
to cutting blade is blocked by guards.

16. Always stop engine when edging or trimming is
delayed or when transporting machine from one
location to another.

17. Never leave a running machine unattended. Stop
the engine, disconnect spark plug wire and ground
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

18. Only use parts and accessories made for this
machine by th e manufact urer. Fa ilure to do so, can
result in personal injury.

19. If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact an
authorized MTD service dealer or telephone 1-800­800-7310.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check t heir
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 over­speed 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
safety!”

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.

Always refer to the o perator’s manual f or prope r

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instructions on off-sea son storage.

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.

KEEP AWAY — ROTATING BLADE

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