OWNER’S MANUAL Trimmer/Mower SAFETY FIRST! Before operating this equipment, read this Owner's Manual and the separate manual supplied by the engine manufacturer.
Table of Contents Dear Owner: You now own one of the finest trimmer/mowers available. 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. It 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.
1 Section 1 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, brush, hay, grain, or grass covered land; or land covered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine spark arrester in continuous effective working order.
2 Section 1: Safety 17. If using unit in wet conditions, exercise extreme care to prevent loss of footing. Wear footwear that will improve traction. Avoid sloping ground. Hold the handlebars with two hands and walk; never run. 18. Release the Trimmer Head Control Bail before starting the engine. 19. If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire. Check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. 20.
Section 1: Safety 2. Never run the engine inside a closed area. 3. Never clean, or 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. Keep all nuts and bolts tight, especially the trimmer head attachment bolts, and keep equipment in good condition. Check mounting hardware on trimmer head every time you change trimmer line and prior to each use. 5.
4 Section 2 Assembly WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not attempt to start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand all of the safety and the operating instructions in this Manual. INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps to correctly prepare your machine for use. It is recommended that you read this Section in its entirety before beginning assembly.
Section 2: Assembly STEP 3: Attach Throttle Control Lever 5 A 1. One end of the Throttle Control Cable (H, Figure 2-3) is attached to the engine. Gently unwind the cable from its shipping position and position the Throttle Control Lever (I) on the outside of the right handlebar, next to the throttle control decal. 2. Secure the Throttle Control Lever to the handlebar with a 1/4-20 x 2 hex hd. screw (J, Figure 2-3) and 1/4-20 hex locknut (K). 3.
6 Section 2: Assembly STEP 6: Connect and Charge Battery X DANGER • Wet conditions can cause an electric shock hazard during battery recharging. Avoid wet conditions when charging battery. • Recharging the battery with improper equipment could cause a battery explosion. Use only the battery charger shipped with the unit. The engine must be shut off and the spark plug wire disconnected and moved away from the spark plug. P Figure 2-5: Lift and tilt debris shield forward to access battery.
7 Section 3 Features and Controls OPERATING SYMBOLS STOP Various symbols (shown here, with word descriptions) are used on the unit. ENGINE STOP WARNING Before operating your machine, carefully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury.
8 Section 4 Operation WARNING Before operating your machine, carefully read and understand 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 instructions can result in serious personal injury. INTRODUCTION Read this Section thoroughly before you start the engine.
Section 4: Operation 9 7. Recoil Starting: Height Guide A Figure 4-2 Figure 4-3: Control bail disengaged. USE CORRECT DIAMETER TRIMMER LINE For tougher cutting conditions, use two (or four) sections of the thicker gauge, .155" diameter extra-heavy duty line. 2. When the engine is running, pull the control bail against the handlebar (Figure 4-4) to start rotation of the trimmer head. NOTE: The thinner line is also recommended for use near trees or shrubs to help prevent girdling (cutting the bark).
10 Section 4: Operation WARNING THROWN OBJECT HAZARD • Objects such as rocks, pebbles, and small debris will be thrown violently by the cutting head, resulting in significant hazard to eyes and exposed body parts. • Always wear safety-approved eye protection and suitable clothing and footwear. • Keep children, pets and bystanders 50 feet away from machine while operating. • Be alert to hidden obstacles. Failure to comply could result in injury or property damage.
11 Section 5 Maintenance 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 instructions can result in personal injury or property damage.
12 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. REMOVING AND REPLACING THE TRIMMER HEAD INSPECTING/REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT 4. Remove the plastic plug (A, Figure 54) from the top of the mower deck. 1.
13 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. 11.
14 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
15 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
16 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. CHANGING TRIMMER LINES When trimmer lines wear, it takes longer to complete mowing and trimming projects.
Section 5: Maintenance 17 WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
18 Parts List Model 52063 & 52064 DRAWING NO.
Parts List 19 Model 52063 & 52064 PARTS LIST – DRAWING NO. 1 Ref. # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Part # 1917765 1918082 1904401 1915290 1917407001 1754128 1915320 * 1904511 1917728 1100243 1100009 1918228 Description Debris Guard ............................................ Decal-Logo (B) ......................................... Decal-Logo (A) ......................................... Push-in Fastener....................................... Debris Guard Support...............................
20 Parts List Model 52063 & 52064 DRAWING NO. 2 See DRAWING NO. 3 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 6 1 4 See DRAWING NO. 1 3 19 18 11 2 20 12 23 21 18 Ref. # 25 14 26 15 27 16 17 18 PARTS LIST – DRAWING NO.
Parts List 21 Model 52063 & 52064 PARTS LIST – DRAWING NO. 3 DRAWING NO. 3 Ref. # 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 11 6 10 2 12 3 Part # Description Qty. 1 6 5 7 9 8 13 1918283 1915889 1918304 1918070001 1917589 1908677 1749977001 1983658 1185814 1918081 1100807 1110106 1763682 1100799 1917145001 1732499 Upper Handlebar (Incl. Refs. 2 & 3) ....... Decal–Bail Engage/Disengage ................ Decal–Throttle ....................................... Control Bail–Trimmer Head .......
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 so that we can provide you with warranty benefits and informational bulletins. Customer Service and Technical Service If you have questions or problems with the unit, contact your local dealer or the factory. (When calling or writing, provide the Model/Serial Numbers of the unit.