Troy-Bilt 52065 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Correction

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Section 5: Maintenance

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WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before performing any of the corrections in this Troubleshooting Chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual or the Engine Owner’s Manual for the correct safety precautions and servicing procedures. Contact your local autho- rized Engine Service Dealer for engine service. Contact your local authorized dealer for service problems with the machine.

PROBLEM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

CORRECTION

 

 

 

 

 

Engine does not start.

1.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

1.

Connect wire.

 

2.

Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug.

2.

Inspect/replace spark plug.

 

3.

Fuel tank empty.

3.

Add fuel.

 

4.

Dirty carburetor or fuel line.

4.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

5.

Dirty air cleaner.

5.

Clean or replace.

 

6.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

6.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

7.

Engine flooded.

7.

Wait several minutes before starting.

 

8.

Engine Throttle Lever in incorrect position.

8.

Move Throttle Lever to FAST position.

 

9.

Stale gasoline.

9.

Drain old fuel and add fresh fuel.

 

10.

Defective Engine Throttle Lever.

10.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

11.

Dirt or water in fuel tank.

11.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine runs poorly.

1.

Bad spark plug.

1.

Inspect/replace spark plug.

 

2.

Dirty air filter.

2.

Clean or replace.

 

3.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

3.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

4.

Stale fuel.

4.

Drain and replace fuel mixture.

 

5.

Dirt or water in fuel tank.

5.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

6.

Engine cooling system clogged.

6.

Clean fins.

 

 

 

 

Engine overheats.

1.

Engine cooling system clogged.

1. Clean air cooling areas and behind debris shield.

 

2.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

2.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine does not shut off.

1.

Throttle control misadjusted.

1.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

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1.

Line length is too short or too long.

1.

Adjust line length to 18" long. When less

Poor mowing performance.

 

 

 

 

than 1/2 this length, replace the line.

 

2.

Cutting height is too high or low for height

2.

Adjust cutting height to approximately 1/3

 

 

of grass being cut.

 

of the length of the grass.

 

3.

Engine not set at FAST speed.

3.

Move Engine Throttle Lever to FAST (Rabbit).

 

 

 

 

 

Trimmer/Mower vibrates.

1.

Trimming head mounting nut loose.

1.

Tighten nut.

 

2.

Line lengths are substantially different.

2.

Adjust lines to approximately equal lengths.

 

3.

Loose nuts or bolts.

3.

Check all bolts and nuts, including engine

 

 

 

 

bolts.

 

4. Broken spindle head or trimmer head.

4.

Replace broken part.

 

 

 

 

Trimmer head does not

1. Incorrect line installation.

1.

See Changing Trimmer Lines in Section 5.

retain line.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trimmer Head does not

1.

Head bolts may be loose.

1.

Tighten head bolts to 75 in/lbs.

retain height setting.

2.

Head is worn.

2.

Replace head assembly.

 

3.

Foam inserts worn.

3.

Replace foam inserts

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Trimmer/Mower Table of Contents General Operation SafetySlope Operation ServiceChildren Do notOn right Handlebar On right side, rear Mower deck Safety DecalsHandlebar Introduction AssemblyAssembly Steps Assembly Recoil starter G, -1 is used to pull start the engine Features and ControlsFeatures and Controls Adjust Handlebar Height PRE-START ChecklistAdjust Line Cutting Height OperationOperating the Machine Using the Trimmer Head Control BailMaterials to the right side Operating Tips & TechniquesMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceAdjusting Trimmer Head Engagement To Adjust Belt TensionBelt Inspection Belt ReplacementInspecting and Replacing the Drive Belt Lubrication Belt Performance TroubleshootingCleaning the Engine Compact Storage TRIMMER/MOWER Cleaning and Debris RemovalGeneral Engine Maintenance Trimmer lines can be changed To Change Trimmer LinesProblem Possible Cause Correction TroubleshootingDrawing no Ref. # Description Qty Ref. # DescriptionParts List Parts List Drawing no 715 133 Accessories and Kits Replacement Parts Warranty ServiceEngine Service and Repair Owner Registration Card

52065 specifications

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