Troy-Bilt 52065 owner manual Introduction, Assembly Steps

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Section

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Assembly

WARNING

To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and 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 Sec- tion in its entirety before beginning assembly.

NOTE: If an assembly step applies only to certain models, those models are noted at the beginning of that step. Otherwise, a step applies to all models.

INSPECTION AFTER DELIVERY

Inspect your machine immediately upon delivery. Be sure that neither the carton nor the contents have been damaged.

If you find or suspect any damage, contact the carrier (trucking company) right away. Inform them of the specific damage and that you wish to file a claim. To protect your rights, be sure to put this in writing to the carrier within 15 days after your machine arrives. Please let us know if you need assistance with this matter.

IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with- out motor oil in its crankcase. Motor oil must be added before starting the engine.

NOTE: LEFT and RIGHT sides of the unit are as viewed from the operator’s position behind the handlebars.

Tools/Supplies Needed:

•(1) Utility Knife or Scissors

•(2) 1/2" (or adjustable) Wrenches

•(2) 7/16" Wrenches (one with a boxed end)

•Motor Oil (see engine manual for oil specifications and amount needed)

ASSEMBLY STEPS

STEP 1: UNPACKING UNIT

1.Remove any protective packaging (plas- tic film and cardboard) from the handlebar and the unit.

2.Carefully remove the handlebar (do not pinch or kink the attached cable) before removing the unit from the carton.

3.Check that you have received the fol- lowing items:

•Trimmer/Mower Assembly (A, Figure 2-1)

•Extra Trimmer Line (B, Figure 2-1): six each of heavy-duty gauge .130" dia. line and extra heavy-duty gauge .155" dia. line.

•The following are packaged separately:

(3)Plastic Cable Tie

(1)Hex Hd. Screw, 1/4-20 x 2

(1)Hex Locknut, 1/4-20

(2)Hex Hd. Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

(2)Hex Locknut, 5/16-18

STEP 2: INSTALL HANDLEBAR

1.Remove the plastic tie and tape that secure the control bail (G, Figure 2-2) to the handlebar (A).

NOTE: Do not pinch or kink the cable that is attached to the handlebar.

2. Carefully lift the handlebars (A, Figure 2-2) to the rear of the unit and align the handlebar legs with the handlebar support bracket (B).

3.Route the trimmer head control cable (C, Figure 2-2) to the outside of the handlebar.

4.Select the low or high height setting holes in the handlebar legs and attach the legs to the support bracket (B) using two 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 hex hd. screws (D) and 5/16-18 locknuts (E).

IMPORTANT: Adjust the handlebars as close as possible to waist level so that your arms are at a comfortable height.

This position will result in less pressure on the mower wear cup (located at bottom of trimmer head), making the unit easier to roll and reducing wear to the wear cup.

5.Use two cable ties (F, Figure 2-2) to secure the trimmer head control cable (C) to the handlebar at the locations shown.

STEP 3: ATTACH THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER TO HANDLEBAR

1. The throttle control cable (H, Figure 2-

3)is attached to the engine. Gently unwind the cable and position the Throttle Control Lever (I) on the outside of the right handle- bar, next to the throttle control decal.

2.Attach the lever with a 1/4-20 x 2 hex hd. screw (J, Figure 2-3) and 1/4-20 hex locknut (K).

3.Use a cable tie (L, Figure 2-3) to secure the cable to the handlebar, as shown.

STEP 4: ADD MOTOR OIL

1. The engine is shipped without motor oil which MUST BE ADDED before the engine is started.

2.See the separate engine manual for fill- ing instructions and for oil specifications. The engine must be level when checking the oil level. In ambient temperatures above 400 F, use a high-quality, SAE #30 weight detergent oil classified for Service SF, SG or SH. Use no special additives. Do not mix oil with fuel.

STEP 5: CHECK TRIMMER

HEAD HARDWARE

Check that the two bolts (M, Figure 2-4) on the trimmer head are tightened securely. You can rotate the trimmer head, as needed.

IMPORTANT: The trimmer head hardware is permanently installed and is not remov- able. Do not attempt to replace the hard- ware.

NOTE: The hole in the top, front end of the mower deck is an access point that allows the trimmer head assembly to be serviced.