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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

(12/01)

Summary of content (16 pages)

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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.
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TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Assembling The Edger ....................................................................................... 5 Know The Edger ................................................................................................. 6 Operating The Edger .......................................................................................... 7 Making Adjustments ..........
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SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION 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. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL -- HEED ITS WARNING.
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. Neveroperatewithdamaged safetydevices. Failuretodoso,canresultin personal injury. 5. Neverrunanengineindoorsorina poorly ventilated area.Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, anodorlessanddeadlygas. 6. Donotoperatemachinewhileundertheinfluence of alcoholordrugs. 7. Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch. 8. Neveroperatethismachine withoutgoodvisibility or light.Alwaysbesureofyourfootingandkeepa firmholdonthehandles.Walk,neverrun. 9. Donotoperatethismachineif ithasbeendropped or damaged.
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SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOUREDGER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After setting up the unit, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Owner/Operator Manual packed with your edger. Upper Handle NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger is observed from the operating position.
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\ Clip Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it as instructed eadier in this section. Refer to Figure 2. With the blade clutch/depth control lever in the disengaged position (the top notch in the depth adjustment bracket), carefully pull the recoil starter rope. The blade on the edger should not turn. If the blade turns, remove the ferrule from the blade clutch/depth control lever by first removing the hairpin clip and flat washer.
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Blade Clutch / Depth Control Lever Throttle Control & Choke Control Blade Angle ustment Lever Curb Height Adjustment Lever Pigure SECTION4: OPERATING THEEDGER The operation of any edger can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses WARNING: Do not lower blade if blade is over concrete, asphalt, rocks or the like.
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Movethethrottlecontrolleverontheengineinto To disengage the blade, proceed as follows: the STOP or OFF position. Move the blade clutch!depth control lever to the left and place it in the top notch in the depth adjustment bracket. See Figure 7. IMPORTANT: Make certain that the engine's spark plug wire is properly grounded as instructed in SECTION 2: Assembling The Edger before storing the edger for its next use. Refer to Figure 2.
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EdgerBladeAngleAdjustment WARNING: Rotating cutting blade may throw objects causing personal injury. Keep area clear of bystanders and do not operate without guards in place. Edging Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the second notch from the right will put the spindle assembly at a 90 ° angle for vertical edging as illustrated in Figure 11. The cutting blade can be adjusted to eight positions.
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Trimming To adjust the height of the curb wheel, proceed as follows: Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the notch furthest to the left will put the spindle assembly at a proper angle for trimming with the edger as illustrated in Figure 13. Perform the Front WheelAdjustment for curb wheel operation as instructed earlier in this section. Lower the right, rear wheel by moving the curb height adjustment lever slightly to the left.
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Removethebladespindlebeltguardbyremoving thehexscrews,twolockwashersandtwohexnuts whichsecureittothebladespindleplate.See Figure17. Blade Spindle Plate Hex Screws Blade Belt Guard Figure 15 Replacingthe EdgerBlade Figure 17 Remove the belt from around the blade spindle pulley. Place the blade clutch!depth control lever in the lowest notch (all the way forward).
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Coat the edger blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting and corrosion. Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to any corrosive matedals, such as lawn fertilizer. Off-Season Storage Observe the following when preparing the edger for long-term storage: Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly as instructed on page 10 of this manual. Refer to the Service,Storage& Specificationssection of the Briggs & Stratton Owner/Operator Manual packed with the edger for engine storage instructions.
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Model592 17 / " , .. ..,_L3@"- .. "o Y V-BELTS disengage safely. A substitute _,non-OEMJ V-Belt are specially designed to engage and can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. 7 712-0413 Hex Jam Nut, 5/8-18 2. 736_0317 Bell Washer, .64 x 1.25 x .18 3. 781-0076 Blade Guard 4. 750-0118 Sleeve, 1632 x .875 x :90 5. 712-0267 Hex Nut, 1/4-.20 20. 736-0329 Lock WaSher, 1/4 21. 05034A Bearing Housing 8. 741-0155 Ball Beadng, .62 x 1.38 x .44 9. 715-012! Spirol Pin, !/4 X 2.
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Model592 • 42 45 / (Spindle assembly shownfor referenceonly.
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Model592 Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Description Part No. Description 1, 712-0267 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 33. 710-0654A Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 2. 736-0119 Lock Washer, 5/16 34. 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin, .072 x 1.0 3. 712-0287 Hex Nut, I/4-20 35. 736-0264 Flat Washer, .330 x .630 x .0635 4_ 736-0329 Lock Washer, 1/4 36. 736-3050 Flat Washer, .406 x .810 x .051 5. 781-0095 Debris Deflector 37. 711-0392 Adjustment Ferrule 6. 731-0725 Debris Guard 38.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: ® The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.