!® Operator's Manual Edger Model 553 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Assembling The Edger ....................................................................................... 5 Know The Edger ................................................................................................. 6 Operating The Edger .......................................................................................... 7 Making Adjustments ..........
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES 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 -- HEED ITS WARNING.
. Neveroperatewithdamaged safetydevices. Failureto doso,canresultinpersonalinjury. 5. Neverrunanengineindoorsorina poorly ventilated area.Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, anodorlessanddeadlygas. 6. Donotoperatemachinewhileundertheinfluence ofalcoholordrugs. 7. Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch. 8. Neveroperatethismachinewithoutgoodvisibility orlight.Alwaysbesureofyourfootingandkeepa firmholdonthehandles.Walk,neverrun. 9. Donotoperatethismachineifit hasbeendropped ordamaged.
SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOUREDGER IMPORTANT:This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After setting up the unit, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Upper Handle NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger is observed from the operating position. Groundingthe Engine'sSpark Plug • _ Blade Control Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against the engine.
SECTION3: KNOWTHEEDGER Bail Blade Depth Control Lever (Transport Pull Rope / Recoil Starter Position Shown) Curb Height Adjustment Lever (If Equipped) Bevel Adjustment Lever (If Equipped) \ Spindle Belt Guard NOTE: Wheel and blade styles vary by model. Yours may differ slightly. Figure 4 _, and their proper operation. how to WARNING: Be familiar with Know all controls stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
SECTION4: OPERATING THEEDGER 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 _ over concrete,Doasphalt, rocksblade or theif WARNING: not lower blade can strike the supporting resulting in personal injury or damage. like.
SECTION5: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS BevelAdjustment(modelssoequipped) NOTE: Edger features vary by model All edger models do NOT come equipped for blade tilt adjustment nor is there a blade tilt kit available to modify your edger if it was not purchased equipped to do so. Edging Set the bevel adjustment lever (refer to Figure 5) in the center notch to place the edger blade in a 90 ° position for edging. See Figure 7.
Remove the spindle belt guard by removing the two self tapping screws which secure it to the blade plate assembly. See Figure 9. Secure with the bell washer and the hex lock nut removed earlier. See Figure 11. Bell Washer Edger I FII Triplex Hex Nut Figure 11 Screws Guard IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the hex lock nut to between 37 foot-lbs, and 50 foot-lbs. Belt \ Spindle Sheaves Note: Wheel and blade styles vary by model.
Lowertheright,rearwheelbymovingthecurb heightadjustment leverslightlytotheleft.See Figure12. • Release the curb height adjustment lever to lock the wheel in position. See Figure 13. Curb'Height Adjustment Lever (Normal Operating Position) Figure 12 Curb Hei, Pivot the right, rear wheel into an applicable position in relation to the height of the curb to be edged along.
• • • • • • Working in front of the edger, with the rear wheels backed up to a curb or the unit tilted back to keep it from rolling backwards, grasp the spindle belt guard with one hand and push towards the rear of the unit to compress the spring and relieve the tension on the drive belt. The edger drive belt is subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present.
SECTION7: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Observe the following when preparing the edger for long-term storage: • • • Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly as instructed on page 10 of this manual. Refer to the Engine Manual packed separately with the edger for engine manufacturers's storage instructions. • Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to any corrosive materials, such as lawn fertilizer. • Coat the edger, especially any springs and bearings with a light oil or silicone spray.
SECTION9: MODEL553 HANDLE 19t 15 t4 \ 16 REE NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PART NO. 710-0116 710-0449 710-1205 710-3008 710-0606 712-3004A 720-0279 720-0142 720-0284 732-0369 REF. PART NO. NO. 11 736-0451 12 746-04036 13 746-04052 746-04035 14 747-0976A 15 749-1225 16 7494044 17 781-0741 18 781-0742 19 720-0297t DESCRIPTION Screw, 5/16-18 Screw, 5/16-18 Eye Bolt Screw, 5/16-18 Screw Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Wing Nut Grip Wing Knob Compression Spring tlf so equipped 13 DESCRIPTION Saddle Washer,.
Model553 Frame 2 lO 15 4 13 -4 REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 PART NO. 710-0191 710-0599 710-0654A 710-0944 712-0431 731-04168 736-0320 736-0452 736-3052 736-3090 750-04142 756-0313 756-1035A 756-1150A 787-01072 DESCRIPTION Screw, 3/8-24 Screw, 1/4-20 Screw, 3/8-16 Screw, 3/8-16 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Debris Guard Flat Washer, 3/8 ID x 1.37 OD Bell Washer,.396 x 1.140 Flat Washer,.406 x 1.00 Flat Washer,.260 x.720 Pulley Mount Spacer Flat Idler Pulley, 1.
Model553 SpindleAssembly 10 6 /- 23 18 29 I 8 15 V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 REF. , NO.
Model553 WheelAssembly (Frameshownfor referenceonly) 2 18 \ 2 16 < REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PART NO.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED 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 LLC warrants this product against defects 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.
