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GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED

OWNER’S MANUAL

Trimmer/Mower

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Safety

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Assembly

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Features/Controls

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Operation

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Maintenance

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Parts List

Models

52057 – 5HP Recoil Start
52058 – 6HP Electric Start

(Electric Start Model Shown)

$4.

Summary of Contents for 52057

Page 1: ...RDEN WAY INCORPORATED OWNER S MANUAL Trimmer Mower Safety Assembly Features Controls Operation Maintenance Parts List Models 52057 5HP Recoil Start 52058 6HP Electric Start Electric Start Model Shown 4 50 ...

Page 2: ... Lines 16 Troubleshooting 17 PARTS LIST 18 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Back Cover Table of Contents Dear Owner You now own one of the finest trimmer mowers avail able It was designed to easily handle a wide variety of trimming mowing and clearing chores You will find the machine to be an invaluable tool in caring for your property Please carefully read this Manual which tells you how to safely an...

Page 3: ...a chine is to be used The machine can propel small objects at high speed causing personal injury or property damage Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire bones sticks etc which could be picked up and thrown by the trimmer line 5 Be sure the area is clear of other people particularly small children and pets before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Keep by standers at least 5...

Page 4: ...you can not back up the slope or you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it DO Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme cau tion when changing direction on slopes Avoid slopes greater than 15o Remove objects such as rocks tree limbs etc Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Watch for holes ruts or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Use extra care with gras...

Page 5: ...op the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire Inspect the machine and repair if necessary before restarting 8 Never make adjustments or repairs while engine is running 9 Components subject to wear damage and deterioration could ex pose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check compo nents and replace with factory recom mended parts when necessary Regularly inspect the trimmer ...

Page 6: ...Assembly A Figure 2 1 Extra Trimmer Line B Figure 2 1 six pieces of heavy duty gauge 130 dia line and six pieces of extra heavy duty gauge 155 dia line The following items are in a separate package 1 Safety goggles 3 Plastic cable ties 1 Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20 x 2 1 Hex Locknut 1 4 20 2 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 2 2 Hex Locknut 5 16 18 Electric Start Model Only 1 Battery installed on unit see C Figure 2...

Page 7: ...ocation 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 Owner s Manual for filling instructions and for the correct oil specifications Engine must be level when checking oil level In ambient temperatures above 320 F use a high quality SAE 30 weight detergent oil classified for Service SF SJ Use no speci...

Page 8: ... grounded 120V wall outlet 3 Charge the battery for 24 hours After charging first unplug the charger box W from the wall outlet then dis connect the recharging line plugs U and V Wet conditions can cause an elec tric shock hazard during battery recharging Avoid wet conditions when charging battery Recharging the battery with im proper equipment could cause a battery explosion Use only the bat tery...

Page 9: ...ure 3 1 protects the engine from all manner of debris The shield tilts forward for ac cess to the engine ENGINE STOP TRIMMER HEAD ENGAGE BAIL DISENGAGE BAIL SLOW FAST STOP Engine Throttle Control Lever Use this lever F Figure 3 1 to regu late engine speed and to stop the en gine The throttle settings are shown on the decal next to the lever Engine Recoil Starter The recoil starter G Figure 3 1 is ...

Page 10: ...e with tougher cutting conditions For less demanding situations use any trimming height desired To adjust the cutting height 1 The cutting line height can be changed when the wear cup is in con tact with the ground If necessary you may tip the unit back slightly for a better view do not tip unit all the way back or motor oil may flow to the ex haust area and the engine may smoke for several second...

Page 11: ...tting height is adjusted according to the instructions Starting the Engine 1 Move the unit to the work area 2 Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug 3 Put on safety approved eye protection 4 Release disengage the Trimmer Head Control Bail A Figure 4 3 5 Put the Engine Throttle Control Lever in the FAST rabbit symbol position 6 Push in the fuel primer button as instructed in the Engine Owner...

Page 12: ...hen the ground is slippery Trim across the face of a slope not up and down Slow down and exercise caution when changing direction on slopes Use Correct Walking Speed Use a walking speed that is suitable for the conditions at hand For example you ll get better trimming and mowing results at slower walking speeds if the grass is tall or lush Shorter grass or less dense growth can be cut at faster tr...

Page 13: ... MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY AS REQUIRED MAINTENANCE EACH 5 25 100 NOTED USE HOURS HOURS HOURS CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK TRIMMER MOWER LINES 1 CHECK TRIMMER HEAD ENGAGEMENT ENGINE MACHINE CLEANING 3 CHECK NUTS AND BOLTS CHANGE ENGINE OIL 2 5 SERVICE AIR FILTER SYSTEM 5 CLEAN UNDER DECK GENERAL LUBRICATION INSPECT DRIVE BELT CLEAN ENGINE DEBRIS GUARD 4 CHECK WEAR CUP 6 NOTE 1 N...

Page 14: ...Belt Removal 1 Stop the engine and wait for engine to cool Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug Remove the ignition key on electric start models 2 Remove gasoline from fuel tank 3 Carefully tip unit on its left side and secure it in place 4 Remove the plastic plug A Figure 5 4 from the top of the mower deck 5 Using a 3 4 socket wrench remove nut B Figure 5 4 bellevil...

Page 15: ...oves that are cut into the inner sides of the hole These grooves were formed by the splines on the spindle shaft E Figure 5 5 6 Install the belt on the spindle head pulley P Figure 5 5 and insert the spindle shaft E with attached spindle head assembly into the spindle head mounting hole O Figure 5 6 Rotate the spindle head assembly to align the splines on the spindle shaft with the grooves in the ...

Page 16: ...to avoid kinking the cables rotate the handlebar so that the upper portion rests on the engine and the handlebar legs face to the rear of the unit GENERAL ENGINE MAINTENANCE Perform the following engine mainte nance for your engine according to the engine maintenance schedule and in structions in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Engine Oil Service Check the engine oil level before start ing the ...

Page 17: ...er box C Figure 5 8 into a grounded 120 Volt wall outlet 3 Charge the battery for 24 hours After charging unplug the recharger box C Figure 5 8 from the wall outlet first then disconnect the recharging line plugs A and B Figure 5 8 BATTERY REPLACEMENT If the battery no longer takes a charge or if it is leaking or otherwise damaged it must be replaced 1 Tilt the debris shield forward 2 Disconnect t...

Page 18: ...anged when the trimmer head is in contact with the ground If necessary you may tip the unit back slightly for a bet ter view However do not tip the unit all the way back or motor oil may flow to the exhaust area and the engine may smoke for several seconds when started 3 Three different line installation pat terns are available as shown in Figures 5 10 5 11 and 5 12 4 Simply feed the line through ...

Page 19: ... cut of the length of the grass 3 Engine not set at FAST speed 3 Move Engine Throttle Lever to FAST Rabbit Trimmer Mower vibrates 1 Trimming head mounting bolt loose 1 Tighten bolt 2 Line lengths are substantially different 2 Adjust lines to approximately equal lengths 3 Loose nuts or bolts 3 Check all bolts and nuts including engine bolts 4 Broken spindle head or trimmer head 4 Replace broken par...

Page 20: ...18 Parts List Models 52057 52058 DRAWING NO 1 1 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 17 17 17 16 20 21 22 23 24 25 15 18 19 14 14 6 6 ...

Page 21: ...8228 Deck Incl Ref 13 1 Ref Part Description Qty Order parts from your local authorized engine dealer Refer to engine for model type number 13 1918115 Decal Warning 1 14 1917144001 Hood Bracket 2 15 1186389 Flange Lock Nut 1 4 20 2 16 1917574 Belt Guide 1 17 1768194 Hex Hd Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 3 18 1917154 Deflector Flap 1 19 1917155 Rod 1 20 1909647 Battery A 1 21 1915268 Battery Pad A 1 22 19152...

Page 22: ... 1917579 V Belt 1 12 1918246 Spindle Head Adapter Incl Bearing 1 13 1917581 Spindle Shaft 1 14 1918329 Spindle Head Assembly Incl Bearing Insert and Refs 16 17 18 1 15 1918393 Trimmer Head Assembly Incl Ref 27 1 16 1915220001 Wear Cup 1 17 1917599 Square Washer 1 18 1724491 Self Tap Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 3 19 1917573 Cable Bracket 1 20 1910849 Idler Spring 1 21 1917746 Flat Washer 1 22 1917589 Contr...

Page 23: ...ever Cable Assembly 1 11 1100807 Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20 x 2 1 12 1110106 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 1 13 1763682 Cable Tie 3 14 1100799 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 2 15 1917145001 Handlebar Support 1 16 1732499 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 18 2 Ref Part Description Qty PARTS LIST DRAWING NO 3 ACCESSORIES AND KITS 1 2 3 4 Ref Part Description Qty 1 1904476 Trimmer String Kit 155 diameter line 24 pieces N I 2 1904477 T...

Page 24: ...the part needed Part description Quantity needed NOTE All replacement parts must conform to our rigid quality specifications Although some parts we provide may vary slightly in shape color or texture from the original parts any variations will not affect the fit or performance of these parts on your unit Engine Service and Repair For engine service or repair contact your nearest authorized engine ...

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