Troy-Bilt 554 manual Dirty air cleaner, Engine flooded, Belt worn or stretched

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Troubleshooting Guide

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Problem

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

Engine Overheats

Excessive Vibration

Drivebelt Slips

Possible Cause(s)

Dirty air cleaner

Engine needs to be primed Fuel tank empty

Stale fuel in gasoline tank Spark plug wire disconnected. Spark plug fouled

Engine flooded

Spark plug wire loose Stale fuel in gasoline tank Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Carburetor out of adjustment

Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Dirty air filter

Carburetor not adjusted properly

Edger blade bent or damaged Blade spindle bent or damaged

Belt worn or stretched

Corrective Action

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit. Push primer bulb two or three times.

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

Drain gasoline and refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace spark plug.

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

Drain gasoline & refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clear vent of any debris.

Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit. Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.

Fill crankcase with proper oil.

Clean the area around the engine’s cooling fins. Replace the engine’s air filter.

Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your unit.

Replace edger blade.

Contact an authorized MTD service dealer.

Replace drive belt.

Troubleshooting

Guide

For parts and/or

accessories please call 1-800-520-5520, or 1-330-558-7220 or visit www.troybilt.com

NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notification or obligation.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Table of Contents Your Responsibility Safety LabelsOperation ChildrenReplace gasoline cap and tighten securely Maintain or replace safety labels, as necessary ServiceFrom one location to another Securing the Handle Assembling Your New EdgerPrimer Know Your EdgerAdding Gasoline And Oil OperationStarting The Engine Stopping The EngineBevel Adjustment Operation AdjustmentEdging Along a Curb BevelingLubrication MaintainingReplacing the Edger Blade Replacing the Drive Belt Your EdgerOff-Season Storage Off-Season StorageFill tank with clean, fresh gasoline Dirty air cleanerEngine flooded Belt worn or stretchedPage Part List Curb Height Adjustment LeverMANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for
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554 specifications

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