Troy-Bilt 554 User Manual

NOTE:  Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your 
edger for a detailed description of all engine-related 
controls and components.

The starter rope/recoil starter is used to start the engine. 
See Fig. 4–1

The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor and 
aid in starting the engine. Use it to start a cold engine, 
but do not use it to restart a warm engine after a short 
shutdown. See Fig. 4–1
NOTE:  Refer to the Engine Manual packed with your 
edger for a detailed description of all engine-related 
controls and components. 

Located on the upper handle, the blade control must be 
depressed against the upper handle in order to operate 
the unit. Releasing the blade control stops the engine 
and the edger blade.  See Fig. 4–1.

The blade depth control lever is located on the right side 
of the upper handle. It is used to control the depth of the 
cut. The further forward the blade depth control lever is 
moved, the deeper into the soil the edger blade will cut. 
See Fig. 4–1. 

The bevel adjustment lever is located on the front, left 
portion of the edger, behind the edger blade. It is used to 
vary the angle of the edger blade between one of three 
positions for edging/trenching or beveled edging. See 
Fig. 4–1.

The curb height adjustment lever is found on the rear 
portion of the edger. When placed in an applicable notch, 
it aids in stabilizing the edger while edging grass along a 
curb. See Fig. 4–1.
IMPORTANT:  Become familiar with all the controls 
before operating the edger. 

them quickly. 

NOTE:  Refer to the 
Engine Manual packed 
with your edger for a 
detailed description of all 
engine-related controls 
and components.

IMPORTANT: 
Become familiar with all the 
controls before operating 
the edger.

NOTE: Specifications are 
subject to change without 
notification or obligation.  
Images may not reflect your 
exact model and are for 
reference purposes only.

Blade Depth Control Lever 
(Transport Position Shown)