Operation Manual
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...Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustments 26 Service 38 Troubleshooting 41 Replacement Parts 42 Warranty Back Cover Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your machine, for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Garden Tiller. We reserve the right to operating the equipment. If applicable, the power... at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220 ◊ Write to Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Please read this manual may cover a range of product specifications for all engine-related issues with a local authorized ...
...Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustments 26 Service 38 Troubleshooting 41 Replacement Parts 42 Warranty Back Cover Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your machine, for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Garden Tiller. We reserve the right to operating the equipment. If applicable, the power... at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220 ◊ Write to Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Please read this manual may cover a range of product specifications for all engine-related issues with a local authorized ...
Operation Manual
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... run an engine indoors or in this manual, use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark or pilot light as necessary. 7. If situations occur which are not covered in personal injury. 21. Important Safe Operation Practices Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running . j. Operation 1. Stay alert for any...
... run an engine indoors or in this manual, use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark or pilot light as necessary. 7. If situations occur which are not covered in personal injury. 21. Important Safe Operation Practices Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running . j. Operation 1. Stay alert for any...
Operation Manual
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.... A spark arrestor for gas, oil, etc. This machine is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is required by law (Section 4442 of the Average Useful Life have similar laws. In the State of...
.... A spark arrestor for gas, oil, etc. This machine is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is required by law (Section 4442 of the Average Useful Life have similar laws. In the State of...
Operation Manual
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.... Do not insert the key into the handlebar. Engine Throttle Lever and Cable For shipping purposes, the throttle cable, together with the throttle lever, is covered with a clear protective coating, peel it off. WARNING! To avoid electric shock from the keyswitch and store them safely away. Route the cable below the...
.... Do not insert the key into the handlebar. Engine Throttle Lever and Cable For shipping purposes, the throttle cable, together with the throttle lever, is covered with a clear protective coating, peel it off. WARNING! To avoid electric shock from the keyswitch and store them safely away. Route the cable below the...
Operation Manual
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... NOTE: After the first two hours of the operating instructions in accordance with a fuel valve, turn the key to Lever in place. 6. All guards and covers must be securely in the NEUTRAL position. NOTE: Use the ENGAGE position if you want the tines 9. Move the Tines/PTO Clutch Lever into NEUTRAL...
... NOTE: After the first two hours of the operating instructions in accordance with a fuel valve, turn the key to Lever in place. 6. All guards and covers must be securely in the NEUTRAL position. NOTE: Use the ENGAGE position if you want the tines 9. Move the Tines/PTO Clutch Lever into NEUTRAL...
Operation Manual
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... the tiller is steady and smooth. Operation 17 Advance the throttle lever so the engine has sufficient power. Tilling under residues 4. Tilling under cover crops. 3. most 3. Mixing in sod or hard clay. 1. Moving tiller quickly. 8. This change is a matter of moving the belt... from one speed range into . Tilling under cover crops (best wheel speed and (lift handlebars to be raised). Making raised beds. Mixing fertilizer and optional hiller/furrower. HIGH RANGE and ...
... the tiller is steady and smooth. Operation 17 Advance the throttle lever so the engine has sufficient power. Tilling under residues 4. Tilling under cover crops. 3. most 3. Mixing in sod or hard clay. 1. Moving tiller quickly. 8. This change is a matter of moving the belt... from one speed range into . Tilling under cover crops (best wheel speed and (lift handlebars to be raised). Making raised beds. Mixing fertilizer and optional hiller/furrower. HIGH RANGE and ...
Operation Manual
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... soil and lightly, but in most tangling of the tiller and finish seating the belt. See Figure 5-9. Also, try to till under crop residues or cover crops while they are green, moist and tender. • While power composting, try swaying the handlebars from the lower front transmission groove to the lower...
... soil and lightly, but in most tangling of the tiller and finish seating the belt. See Figure 5-9. Also, try to till under crop residues or cover crops while they are green, moist and tender. • While power composting, try swaying the handlebars from the lower front transmission groove to the lower...
Operation Manual
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...the belt into LOW belt range and the Wheel Speed • Standing cornstalks of organic matter such as crop residues, leaves, grass clippings and cover crops. Keep the tines clear of the shallower settings and then slowly increase the tilling depth on later passes. remaining stubble. Use the deepest...damage or personal injury. • Begin by walking below the terrace you can be picked. after you may want to plant a "green manure" cover crop to protect the soil during the non-growing season and add important natural nutrients to chop up the stalks. For added stability, keep the...
...the belt into LOW belt range and the Wheel Speed • Standing cornstalks of organic matter such as crop residues, leaves, grass clippings and cover crops. Keep the tines clear of the shallower settings and then slowly increase the tilling depth on later passes. remaining stubble. Use the deepest...damage or personal injury. • Begin by walking below the terrace you can be picked. after you may want to plant a "green manure" cover crop to protect the soil during the non-growing season and add important natural nutrients to chop up the stalks. For added stability, keep the...
Operation Manual
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... thick screwdriver into the hole next to the bolt and wedge the tool against the side of petroleum jelly or grease to the terminals and cover both terminals with a sturdy block to the wheel shaft before re-installing the wheels. Prop the transmission up . • After cleaning the battery and terminals...
... thick screwdriver into the hole next to the bolt and wedge the tool against the side of petroleum jelly or grease to the terminals and cover both terminals with a sturdy block to the wheel shaft before re-installing the wheels. Prop the transmission up . • After cleaning the battery and terminals...
Operation Manual
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...eccentric shifting lever. Cap Screw Bolt Swing Bolt Eccentric Lever Lock Nut Tine Hardware Power Unit Transmission Figure 6-3 Housing Cover Bolts • Check the five bolts securing the tiller housing cover to the tine shaft. Using a torque wrench, tighten these bolts to 70-to determine how much oil has ... three rear bearing cap screws are low. 28 Section 6- Lock Nut on the tiller or the floor where it can result from a loose housing cover. It should be checked every 2-1⁄2 hours of oil is no cause for oil leaks. Add any worn seals or gaskets. • It ...
...eccentric shifting lever. Cap Screw Bolt Swing Bolt Eccentric Lever Lock Nut Tine Hardware Power Unit Transmission Figure 6-3 Housing Cover Bolts • Check the five bolts securing the tiller housing cover to the tine shaft. Using a torque wrench, tighten these bolts to 70-to determine how much oil has ... three rear bearing cap screws are low. 28 Section 6- Lock Nut on the tiller or the floor where it can result from a loose housing cover. It should be checked every 2-1⁄2 hours of oil is no cause for oil leaks. Add any worn seals or gaskets. • It ...
Operation Manual
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...is open whenever the Wheels/ Tines/PTO Drive Lever is not equipped with the correct amount of the lower screws from the tiller housing cover. The switches are three switches in the Service section.), then remove just one of the transmission will drain quite slowly since it is... This can cause the belt or disc to the Tine Attachment Transmission 1. Section 6 - Replace all the gear oil has drained, reinstall the housing cover screw securely (first coat its top notch. 2. Take dipstick readings frequently. Stop when oil reaches "Cold" range marking on the neutral plunger tab of...
...is open whenever the Wheels/ Tines/PTO Drive Lever is not equipped with the correct amount of the lower screws from the tiller housing cover. The switches are three switches in the Service section.), then remove just one of the transmission will drain quite slowly since it is... This can cause the belt or disc to the Tine Attachment Transmission 1. Section 6 - Replace all the gear oil has drained, reinstall the housing cover screw securely (first coat its top notch. 2. Take dipstick readings frequently. Stop when oil reaches "Cold" range marking on the neutral plunger tab of...
Operation Manual
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...improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Troy-Bilt for use the product. Troy-Bilt warrants the transmission (including all gears, shafts and housings) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of the ... separate oneyear warranty. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have other rights which vary from state to use with the product(s) covered by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to be free from defects in material and workmanship for ...
...improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by Troy-Bilt for use the product. Troy-Bilt warrants the transmission (including all gears, shafts and housings) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of the ... separate oneyear warranty. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have other rights which vary from state to use with the product(s) covered by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to be free from defects in material and workmanship for ...
Technical Manual
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... Turn 2-3 Wheel Shaft Moves To One Side 2-4 Noise From Rear Tiller Bearing 2-4 Oil Leaks 2-5 SECTION 3. Servicing the PTO Power Unit Transmission 5-1 PTO Power Unit Housing Cover 5-1 Removal 5-1 Inspection 5-2 Installation 5-2 Neutral Plunger Assembly 5-2 PTO Power Unit Drive Shaft 5-3 Removal 5-3 Inspection 5-4 Installation 5-4 Pinion Shaft Assembly 5-5 Removal 5-5 Inspection 5-6 Installation 5-7 SECTION...
... Turn 2-3 Wheel Shaft Moves To One Side 2-4 Noise From Rear Tiller Bearing 2-4 Oil Leaks 2-5 SECTION 3. Servicing the PTO Power Unit Transmission 5-1 PTO Power Unit Housing Cover 5-1 Removal 5-1 Inspection 5-2 Installation 5-2 Neutral Plunger Assembly 5-2 PTO Power Unit Drive Shaft 5-3 Removal 5-3 Inspection 5-4 Installation 5-4 Pinion Shaft Assembly 5-5 Removal 5-5 Inspection 5-6 Installation 5-7 SECTION...
Technical Manual
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...add gasoline to operate the tiller or its safety message. The Owner/Operator Manual contains additional service and maintenance information that are covered in its engine. Be sure you know what each section in the Owner/Operator Manual. • Service and maintenance information regarding...best results, read and follow all times. AVOID MOVING PARTS! Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and should be used by TROY-BILT Manufacturing Company, Troy, New York. Oily rags and waste should , however, call our Technical Service Department with the PTO Horse Model Owner/...
...add gasoline to operate the tiller or its safety message. The Owner/Operator Manual contains additional service and maintenance information that are covered in its engine. Be sure you know what each section in the Owner/Operator Manual. • Service and maintenance information regarding...best results, read and follow all times. AVOID MOVING PARTS! Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and should be used by TROY-BILT Manufacturing Company, Troy, New York. Oily rags and waste should , however, call our Technical Service Department with the PTO Horse Model Owner/...
Technical Manual
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..., the teeth on gears and worms may fit on the battery or electrical system. A spark from spontaneous combustion. Use only genuine Troy-Bilt replacement parts. PTO HORSE MODEL TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 1-2 4/90 SECTION 1: General Information in an enclosed space. Batteries contain sulfuric acid..., Tiller Drive Shaft Bearings, Tiller Tine Shaft Bearings, Wheel Shaft Belts Bolo Tines Bronze Bushings Carburetor Choke Clutch Clutch Roller Cover, Transmission Depth Regulator Dog Clutch, Tiller Attachment Dog Clutch, PTO Power Unit Drive Shaft, PTO Power Unit Drive Shaft, Tiller...
..., the teeth on gears and worms may fit on the battery or electrical system. A spark from spontaneous combustion. Use only genuine Troy-Bilt replacement parts. PTO HORSE MODEL TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 1-2 4/90 SECTION 1: General Information in an enclosed space. Batteries contain sulfuric acid..., Tiller Drive Shaft Bearings, Tiller Tine Shaft Bearings, Wheel Shaft Belts Bolo Tines Bronze Bushings Carburetor Choke Clutch Clutch Roller Cover, Transmission Depth Regulator Dog Clutch, Tiller Attachment Dog Clutch, PTO Power Unit Drive Shaft, PTO Power Unit Drive Shaft, Tiller...
Technical Manual
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...■ Use emery cloth to seat the seal so that wou►d permit oil to seep out between the seal and the housing. Contact the TROY-BILT Technical Service Department for sand holes (imperfections in the cast iron) or cracks in the tiller tine shaft. Remedy • An oil seal is... the rear bearing cap: ■ Make sure the screws are the correct length. ■ Apply non-hardening gasket sealer to each of the titter housing cover screws and tighten the screws. • Replace any minor defects. ■ Replace the tiller tine shaft if necessary. • Check for a special seal. ...
...■ Use emery cloth to seat the seal so that wou►d permit oil to seep out between the seal and the housing. Contact the TROY-BILT Technical Service Department for sand holes (imperfections in the cast iron) or cracks in the tiller tine shaft. Remedy • An oil seal is... the rear bearing cap: ■ Make sure the screws are the correct length. ■ Apply non-hardening gasket sealer to each of the titter housing cover screws and tighten the screws. • Replace any minor defects. ■ Replace the tiller tine shaft if necessary. • Check for a special seal. ...
Technical Manual
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... HORSE MODEL TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 2-6 4/90 SECTION 2: Transmission Trouleshooting Oil Leaks Symptom Remedy Oil leaks from the engine air cleaner, power unit housing cover, or engine seal. • Check the transmission gear oil level when the unit is cold. Oil is leaking from any pipe plug in the... gasket sealer to the proper level. Oil is not an oil leak from the neutral plunger. Replace the gasket. • A special transmission cover gasket (Part No. 9260) may be seeing oil that leaked from the front oil seal on the power unit drive shaft. Oil could be...
... HORSE MODEL TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 2-6 4/90 SECTION 2: Transmission Trouleshooting Oil Leaks Symptom Remedy Oil leaks from the engine air cleaner, power unit housing cover, or engine seal. • Check the transmission gear oil level when the unit is cold. Oil is leaking from any pipe plug in the... gasket sealer to the proper level. Oil is not an oil leak from the neutral plunger. Replace the gasket. • A special transmission cover gasket (Part No. 9260) may be seeing oil that leaked from the front oil seal on the power unit drive shaft. Oil could be...
Technical Manual
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...a moment to -side on the bolts that hold the front bearing cap may have failed. Tiller Attachment - HOUSING COVER '1*--REAR BEARING CAP TILLER TINE SHAFT HOUSING COVER GASKET Figure 3-3: Pre-Disassembly Inspection of the Wheel Shaft. In doing so, you see oil, make sure that... parts. If There should be worn or the bolts may have failed; If you begin your shop. this is resting entirely on the housing cover; If you have been coated with non-hardening gasket sealer. c. d. This bolt should be sufficiently tightened. find out why. See Figure 3-1....
...a moment to -side on the bolts that hold the front bearing cap may have failed. Tiller Attachment - HOUSING COVER '1*--REAR BEARING CAP TILLER TINE SHAFT HOUSING COVER GASKET Figure 3-3: Pre-Disassembly Inspection of the Wheel Shaft. In doing so, you see oil, make sure that... parts. If There should be worn or the bolts may have failed; If you begin your shop. this is resting entirely on the housing cover; If you have been coated with non-hardening gasket sealer. c. d. This bolt should be sufficiently tightened. find out why. See Figure 3-1....
Technical Manual
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... tine shaft for oil leaks. Then, discover why the oil seal failed. • Check the tiller tine shaft for play , tighten the tiller housing cover bolts. If you see an oil leak, the oil seal needs to be replaced. PTO Power Unit and Tiller Attachment Drive Shaft Connection - The dog...side of the PTO power unit. PTO HORSE MODEL TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 3-2 4/90 SECTION 3: Pre-Service Inspection a. The washers on the bolts that the side cover needs to be worn or the bolts may not have been coated with non-hardening gasket sealer. Engage the Tines/ PTO Clutch Lever and turn...
... tine shaft for oil leaks. Then, discover why the oil seal failed. • Check the tiller tine shaft for play , tighten the tiller housing cover bolts. If you see an oil leak, the oil seal needs to be replaced. PTO Power Unit and Tiller Attachment Drive Shaft Connection - The dog...side of the PTO power unit. PTO HORSE MODEL TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 3-2 4/90 SECTION 3: Pre-Service Inspection a. The washers on the bolts that the side cover needs to be worn or the bolts may not have been coated with non-hardening gasket sealer. Engage the Tines/ PTO Clutch Lever and turn...
Technical Manual
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...the tiller. 13. Then remove the bolt from falling off the tiller attachment. 4. Remove the other surface that is necessary to the transmission housing cover and remove the base and the attached handlebars. 15. Remove the engine from the handlebar. 6. Remove the bolt (8) or T-handle that holds the... of the transmission housing and motor mount. 5 8 3 12 14 13 N 11 10 Figure 4-2: Transmission Removal and Installation. 11. Or, remove the red plugs in the top of the engine mounting bars (5) if a bumper is rusted on tillers so equipped) around the engine. 5. Loosen the jam nut ...
...the tiller. 13. Then remove the bolt from falling off the tiller attachment. 4. Remove the other surface that is necessary to the transmission housing cover and remove the base and the attached handlebars. 15. Remove the engine from the handlebar. 6. Remove the bolt (8) or T-handle that holds the... of the transmission housing and motor mount. 5 8 3 12 14 13 N 11 10 Figure 4-2: Transmission Removal and Installation. 11. Or, remove the red plugs in the top of the engine mounting bars (5) if a bumper is rusted on tillers so equipped) around the engine. 5. Loosen the jam nut ...
