Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Edger — Model 554 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any uniiproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Edger. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents 1. Safety Labels................................................... 3 2. Safe Operation Practices............................ 4–5 3. Assembling Your New Edger.......................... 6 4. Know Your Edger............................................. 7 5. Operation and Adjustment.........................
Please take a moment to review your safety labels. 1 Safety Labels 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.
2 Safe Operation Practices WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
6. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes. from one location to another. Never leave a running machine unattended. Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts.
3 Securing the Handle IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE. After setting up the unit, service engine with gasoline as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Be sure to service engine with the oil enclosed with this unit as instructed in the separate engine manual. Assembling Your New Edger NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger is observed from the operating position.
Blade Control Blade Depth Control Lever (Transport Position Shown) Bevel Adjustment Lever 4 Know Your Edger Starter Rope/ Recoil Starter Curb Height Adjustment Lever WARNING: Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. Primer Figure 4–1 Blade Depth Control Lever WARNING: Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
5 Operation And Adjustment 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. grip on starter handle throughout the entire stroke. 7. Allow the starter handle to slowly return to the eyebolt.
Edging Along A Curb Curb Height Adjustment Lever 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: 5 1 3 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.
6 WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any adjustment, repairs or maintenance. Lubrication Maintaining & Servicing Your Edger Engine Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your edger for a detailed description of all engine-related service specifications. Wheels Lubricate the wheels and bearings at least once a season with a light oil.
6 Replacing the Drive Belt IMPORTANT: To aid in reassembly, note the orientation of the drive belt on the two idler pulleys and the engine flywheel pulley prior to performing the following steps. Refer to Fig. 6–3. Flange lock nut Maintaining and Servicing Your Edger The edger drive belt is subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present. To replace the belt, proceed as follows: 1.
Off-Season Storage Notes Observe the following when preparing the edger for long-term storage: 1. Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly as instructed maintenance section of this manual. 2. Refer to the Engine Manual packed separately with the edger for engine manufacturers’s storage instructions. 3. Coat the edger blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting and corrosion. 4. Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to any corrosive materials, such as lawn fertilizer. 5.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start 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 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.
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Ref. Part No. Description 1 687-02022 Curb Height Adjustment Lever 2 Ref. Part No. Description 34 734-1268 Wheel 8 x 1.75 T-Tread † 687-02125A Curb Height Adjuster Plate 35 736-0179 Flat Washer 1/2 x 1.25 x .10 † 3 687-02126 Blade Plate Assembly 36 736-0232 Wave Washer .531 x .781 x .013 4 710-0191 Screw 3/8-24 37 736-0234 Flat Washer, .385 x 1.5 x .075 5 710-0411 Screw 3/8-16 38 736-0258 Flat Washer .385 x 1.0 x .
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” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship 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.
