Page 2 - Table of Contents; WARNING; Safety Alert Symbol; See Back Cover for
SECTION 1: SAFETY ...........................................1 General Operation ......................................................1Slope Operation .........................................................2Children......................................................................2Service ......
Page 3 - Safety; Section; GENERAL OPERATION
Safety 1 Section 1 Figure 1-1 Trimmer Head Control Bail SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES Under California law, and under the laws of severalother states, you are not permitted to operate an inter-nal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels onany forest, br...
Page 4 - SLOPE OPERATION; CHILDREN
2 Section 1: Safety 16. Do not operate the machine whileunder the influence of alcohol or drugs,or when tired or ill. 17. If using machine in wet conditions,exercise extreme care to prevent loss offooting. Wear footwear that will improvetraction. Avoid sloping ground. Hold thehandlebars with two han...
Page 5 - Safety Decals
Section 1: Safety 3 e) Replace caps on the fuel tank and fuel container and clean up spilledfuel before starting engine. Movemachine away from any gasolinefumes before starting the engine. f) Keep matches, smoking materials, open flames, and sparks awayfrom the fuel tank and fuel container. g) Leave...
Page 6 - Assembly; INTRODUCTION; STEP 2: Install Handlebars
Assembly 2 Section 4 INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps tocorrectly prepare your machine for use.It is recommended that you read thisSection in its entirety before beginningassembly. INSPECTION AFTER DELIVERY Inspect your machine immediately after ithas been delivered. Make sure that...
Page 8 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS; Features and Controls; OPERATING SYMBOLS
FEATURES AND CONTROLS This Section describes the location andfunction of the features and controls onyour machine. Refer to the “Operation”Section for detailed operating instructions. IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate en-gine manual for detailed informationabout the controls on the engine. Trimmer He...
Page 9 - ADJUST LINE CUTTING HEIGHT; Operation; CAUTION
INTRODUCTION Read this Section thoroughly before youstart the engine. As with any piece ofoutdoor power equipment, getting the“feel” for how your machine operates andknowing the best techniques for particu-lar jobs are important to overall good performance. NOTE: All references to LEFT, RIGHT,FRONT ...
Page 10 - OPERATING THE MACHINE; Starting The Engine; To Start the Trimmer Head; To Stop the Engine
8 Section 4: Operation USE CORRECT DIAMETER TRIMMER LINE For tougher cutting conditions, use two(or four) sections of the thicker, .155" di-ameter extra-heavy duty line. For less demanding conditions, use twosections of the thinner, .130" diameterheavy-duty line. The thicker line has the hef...
Page 11 - Section 4: Operation; Trim When Wet or Dry; Trimming/ Mowing Quick Reference Chart
Section 4: Operation 9 When mowing, let the cutting head restlightly on the ground and do not lift up orpush down on the handlebars. This tech-nique allows the cutting head to followthe ground contour closely, resulting inthe most even cut possible. Also, be sureto ease into heavy growth to prevento...
Page 12 - Maintenance; REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Belt Tension Adjustment
Maintenance 5 Section 10 REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY AS REQUIRED MAINTENANCE EACH 5 25 100 NOTED USE HOURS HOURS HOURS Check engine oil level • • Check trimmer lines • 1 Check trimmer head engagement • Clean machine • 3 Check nuts and bolts • Change engine oil • 2, 5 Servi...
Page 13 - Section 5: Maintenance; Belt Inspection; DANGER
Section 5: Maintenance 11 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come toa stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in ...
Page 14 - Belt Replacement
12 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come toa stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in ...
Page 15 - CLEANING THE ENGINE; LUBRICATION; GENERAL ENGINE MAINTENANCE; Engine Oil Service
Section 5: Maintenance 13 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come toa stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in ...
Page 16 - Spark Plug Service
14 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come toa stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in ...
Page 17 - CHANGING TRIMMER LINES; To Change Trimmer Lines:; Reverse Loop
Section 5: Maintenance 15 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come toa stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in ...
Page 18 - PROBLEM POSSIBLE; TROUBLESHOOTING
16 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come toa stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in ...
Page 19 - Parts List; PARTS LIST – DRAWING NO. 1
Parts List 17 Model 52067 DRAWING NO. 1 1 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 17 17 17 16 15 18 19 14 14 6 6 1 1917765 Debris Guard ............................................ 1 2 1918116 Decal-Logo ............................................... 1 3 1915290 Push-in Fastener ..........................
Page 21 - PARTS LIST – DRAWING NO. 2
Parts List 19 Model 52067 1 1917592 Wheel/Tire Assembly.............................. 2 2 1917593 Locking Retaining Ring .......................... 2 3 1917775 Flat Washer ............................................ 2 4 1917258 Axle ........................................................ 1 5 17244...
Page 22 - PARTS LIST – DRAWING NO. 3
20 Parts List Model 52067 DRAWING NO. 3 1 4 5 2 3 6 6 8 7 9 12 13 13 13 14 15 16 14 10 11 1 1918283 Upper Handlebar (Incl. Refs. 2 & 3) ....... 1 2 1915889 Decal–Bail Engage/Disengage ................ 1 3 1918304 Decal–Throttle ....................................... 1 4 1918070001 Control Bail–...
Page 23 - ACCESSORIES AND KITS
Parts List 21 Model 52067 Ref. # Part # Description Qty. ACCESSORIES AND KITS 1 1904476 Trimmer String Kit, .155" dia. line (includes 24 pieces) ................................ N/I 2 1904477 Trimmer String Kit, .130" dia. line (includes 24 pieces) ................................ N/I 1 2 N/...
Page 24 - CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION; GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED •
1905694 (6/01) Printed in U.S.A. © 2001 Garden Way Incorporated CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Owner Registration Card Please fill out and mail the enclosed ownerregistration card. The purpose of this card isto register each unit at the factory so that wecan provide you with warranty benefits and in-f...
