Edging Along A Curb

The right, rear wheel of the edger can be lowered into one of five positions to ease the task of edging along a curb.

To adjust the height of curb wheel, proceed as follows:

1.Lower the right, rear wheel by moving the curb height adjustment lever slightly to the left. See Fig. 5–2.

2.Pivot the right, rear wheel into an applicable position in relation to the height of the curb to be edged along. See Fig. 5–2

3.Release the curb height adjustment lever to lock the wheel in position. See Fig. 5–2.

Bevel Adjustment

The angle of the edger blade can be adjusted by placing the bevel adjustment in one of three positions for edging. See Fig. 5–3.

WARNING: Rotating cutting blade may throw objects causing personal injury. Keep area clear of bystanders and do not operate without guards in place.

Beveling

In order to achieve a bevelled edge, set the bevel adjustment lever (refer to Fig. 5–3) in the first (left hand) or third (right hand) notch to place the edger blade in position for beveling (See fig. 5–4).

Trenching (Optional)

You can utilize the edger’s optional trenching feature in order to create a wider cutting path for such things as laying wire for landscape lighting.

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing the following steps.

WARNING: The edger blade is sharp.

3

 

5

Curb Height

 

 

Adjustment

1

 

Lever

 

Operation

And

Adjustment

2

Figure 5–2

WARNING

 

Disconnect the

 

spark plug wire and

 

ground against the

 

Disconnect the spark

 

plug wire and ground

Figure 5–3

against the engine

before performing the

 

 

following steps.

 

The edger blade is

 

sharp. Wear leather

 

work gloves to protect

 

your hands when

 

working around the

 

edger blade.

Wear leather work gloves to protect your hands when working around the edger blade.

1.Use two wrenches (one wrench to prevent hex bolt head from spinning and the other to unthread the flange nut) to remove flange nut that secures edger

blade, leaving the edger blade in place. See Fig. 9.

5.Install the Tri-star edger blade and the flat washer. See Fig. 10.

6.Secure with the flange nut removed earlier. IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the flange nut to between 37 foot-lbs. and 50 foot-lbs.

IMPORTANT: Make certain that drive belt is seated correctly on blade spindle and that it is riding smoothly on spindle sheaves and is not pinched between them. Repeat first three steps if belt is pinched.

Figure 5–4

Edger Blade

Tri-star Blade

Flange Nut

Flat Washer

Figure 5–5

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

Images my not reflect your exact model and are for reference purposes only.

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554 specifications

The Troy-Bilt 554 is a powerful and reliable garden tiller designed to provide efficient soil cultivation for both novice gardeners and seasoned landscape professionals. This compact yet robust tiller combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it an indispensable tool for anyone looking to enhance their gardening experience.

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One of the standout features of the Troy-Bilt 554 is its 54-inch tilling width. This wide coverage allows for fewer passes over the same area, enabling quicker completion of tilling tasks. The counter-rotating tines are designed to penetrate the soil more effectively than conventional tines, resulting in better soil aeration and improved mixing of organic materials. This adds to the overall health of the soil and promotes stronger plant growth.

The tiller also boasts a user-friendly design, featuring adjustable handlebars that provide comfort for users of different heights. The adjustable depth stake enables precise control over tilling depth, making it a breeze to tailor the tilling process to your specific gardening needs. The robust construction of the Troy-Bilt 554 enhances its durability, ensuring that it can withstand the rigors of regular use in diverse soil conditions.

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