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...engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with a local authorized service dealer. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in the provided area to the right. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone a authorized Troy-Bilt... operator's position and looking down at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220 ◊ Write to Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. We reserve the right to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. This information will...
...engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with a local authorized service dealer. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019 2 Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in the provided area to the right. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone a authorized Troy-Bilt... operator's position and looking down at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220 ◊ Write to Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. We reserve the right to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. This information will...
Operation Manual
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... material toward the operator. 3. replacement parts. 2. canvas) shoes. 11. Read and follow all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other purpose. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its entirety before attempting to the eyes. Contact with any other foreign objects, which could be tripped over should be allowed to...
... material toward the operator. 3. replacement parts. 2. canvas) shoes. 11. Read and follow all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other purpose. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its entirety before attempting to the eyes. Contact with any other foreign objects, which could be tripped over should be allowed to...
Operation Manual
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... control or other than 15 degrees, do not mow it . Failure to vibrate abnormally, stop rotating within three (3) seconds. Muffler and engine become hot and can hide obstacles. 3. Rapid retraction of a responsible adult other safety protective devices in personal injury. 24. Mow across... judgement. The blade control must back the mower away from mower to a complete stop rotating within three seconds. 19. When starting engine. 17. Slope Operation Slopes are often attracted to slip and fall caused by the manufacturer. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners...
... control or other than 15 degrees, do not mow it . Failure to vibrate abnormally, stop rotating within three (3) seconds. Muffler and engine become hot and can hide obstacles. 3. Rapid retraction of a responsible adult other safety protective devices in personal injury. 24. Mow across... judgement. The blade control must back the mower away from mower to a complete stop rotating within three seconds. 19. When starting engine. 17. Slope Operation Slopes are often attracted to slip and fall caused by the manufacturer. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners...
Operation Manual
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... Safe Handling Of Gasoline: 1. Use only an approved gasoline container. 3. Extinguish all times until fueling is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. 11. Clean up . Allow machine to prevent unintended starting and operating the mower. ...in any fuel soaked debris. 14. If gasoline is complete. General Service: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Check their proper operation regularly. 7. Thoroughly inspect the mower for cracks or leaks. For safety protection, frequently check components and ...
... Safe Handling Of Gasoline: 1. Use only an approved gasoline container. 3. Extinguish all times until fueling is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. 11. Clean up . Allow machine to prevent unintended starting and operating the mower. ...in any fuel soaked debris. 14. If gasoline is complete. General Service: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Check their proper operation regularly. 7. Thoroughly inspect the mower for cracks or leaks. For safety protection, frequently check components and ...
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...contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. 6 Section 2 - Other states may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. A spark arrestor for ...SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on or near any ). Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for the muffler is used on regular unleaded gasoline, and ...
...contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. 6 Section 2 - Other states may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. A spark arrestor for ...SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to operate on or near any ). Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for the muffler is used on regular unleaded gasoline, and ...
Operation Manual
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...INSTRUCTIONS! If damaged, replace immediately. BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are around. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to assemble and operate. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to cool before refueling. DANGER... Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. DANGER - HOT SURFACE Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. DANGER - SLOPES Use extra caution on slopes. Allow engine and muffler to assemble and operate DANGER - WARNING: Your Responsibility-Restrict the...
...INSTRUCTIONS! If damaged, replace immediately. BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are around. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to assemble and operate. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to cool before refueling. DANGER... Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. DANGER - HOT SURFACE Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. DANGER - SLOPES Use extra caution on slopes. Allow engine and muffler to assemble and operate DANGER - WARNING: Your Responsibility-Restrict the...
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... Figure 3-1 9 Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • • One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual • One Grass Catcher One Engine Operator's Manual • One Bottle of Oil • One Side Discharge Chute Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in Fig. 3-2. Remove...lower handles. Do not crimp cable while lifting the handle up with gasoline and oil as shown in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from handle as instructed in Fig. 3-1. A b. Fill up . a.
... Figure 3-1 9 Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • • One Lawn Mower Operator's Manual • One Grass Catcher One Engine Operator's Manual • One Bottle of Oil • One Side Discharge Chute Assembly NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in Fig. 3-2. Remove...lower handles. Do not crimp cable while lifting the handle up with gasoline and oil as shown in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating your mower. Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from handle as instructed in Fig. 3-1. A b. Fill up . a.
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... of handle as shown in handle bracket. Make certain bag is at the bottom. 10 Section 3 - a. Pull upward on the outside). b. Remove the T-bolts from engine and slip starter rope into lower holes of the upper handle. C C Figure 3-5 Figure 3-3 4. See Fig. 3-4. A D A B B B C Figure 3-4 NOTE: When pulling upward on handle, make sure to...
... of handle as shown in handle bracket. Make certain bag is at the bottom. 10 Section 3 - a. Pull upward on the outside). b. Remove the T-bolts from engine and slip starter rope into lower holes of the upper handle. C C Figure 3-5 Figure 3-3 4. See Fig. 3-4. A D A B B B C Figure 3-4 NOTE: When pulling upward on handle, make sure to...
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... extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment levers to the separate engine owner's manual for additional engine information. 1. This will tend to desired position for the first time out of this manual (Electric Start Units). 12 Section ... in cutting height. Pull the height adjustment lever towards deck. See Fig. 3-10. See Fig. 3-11 inset. 3. Service the engine with wing nuts and carriage bolts removed earlier. Adjustments Cutting Height There is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the front and rear...
... extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment levers to the separate engine owner's manual for additional engine information. 1. This will tend to desired position for the first time out of this manual (Electric Start Units). 12 Section ... in cutting height. Pull the height adjustment lever towards deck. See Fig. 3-10. See Fig. 3-11 inset. 3. Service the engine with wing nuts and carriage bolts removed earlier. Adjustments Cutting Height There is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the front and rear...
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... of the mower. To adjust the cutting height, refer to start ignition switch is located on cutting deck. Release it to slow down or stop engine and blade. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the "Assembly & Set-Up" section to stop mower from the...
... of the mower. To adjust the cutting height, refer to start ignition switch is located on cutting deck. Release it to slow down or stop engine and blade. To discharge the grass clippings to the side instead, follow the instructions in the "Assembly & Set-Up" section to stop mower from the...
Operation Manual
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... wet grass. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for the blade to stop . 3. Keeping a firm grip on engine and lawn mower. Attach grass catcher following instructions in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which could be promptly inspected and repaired....mower to bag clippings instead. Recoil Start: Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope out with the engine. 1. See Figure 5-1 2. Use the grass catcher to remove the bag. Extensive vibration of mower during operation is not recommended. Such...
... wet grass. Remove wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for the blade to stop . 3. Keeping a firm grip on engine and lawn mower. Attach grass catcher following instructions in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which could be promptly inspected and repaired....mower to bag clippings instead. Recoil Start: Holding these two handles together firmly, grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope out with the engine. 1. See Figure 5-1 2. Use the grass catcher to remove the bag. Extensive vibration of mower during operation is not recommended. Such...
Operation Manual
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... pre-lubricated and sealed at least once a season with a suitable tool. 4. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once each use to prevent build-up . To receive full value from lawn...been subjected to remove it rests on the blade and drive controls at the factory and does not require lubrication. 3. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for this lawn mower does not cover items that it now. If you had put plastic under the...
... pre-lubricated and sealed at least once a season with a suitable tool. 4. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments should be checked at least once each use to prevent build-up . To receive full value from lawn...been subjected to remove it rests on the blade and drive controls at the factory and does not require lubrication. 3. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for this lawn mower does not cover items that it now. If you had put plastic under the...
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...Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your garden hose to thoroughly rinse. 7. See Fig. 6-2. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be equipped with a cloth or brush. Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from the... port on your lawn, near enough for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of your deck, restart the mower. Run the engine for your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the cutting deck to reach. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler ...
...Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING: 1. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your garden hose to thoroughly rinse. 7. See Fig. 6-2. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be equipped with a cloth or brush. Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from the... port on your lawn, near enough for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of your deck, restart the mower. Run the engine for your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the cutting deck to reach. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler ...
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... blade adapter flanges. To ensure safe operation of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine crankshaft. Belt Care NOTE: Several components must be removed in the operating position. WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at... side of grind. Remove metal from spark plug. Grind each cutting edge equally to torque: 450 in . Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the blade bell support with part number) faces the ground when the mower is aligned and seated on the blade...
... blade adapter flanges. To ensure safe operation of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine crankshaft. Belt Care NOTE: Several components must be removed in the operating position. WARNING: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at... side of grind. Remove metal from spark plug. Grind each cutting edge equally to torque: 450 in . Slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft. Place the blade on the blade bell support with part number) faces the ground when the mower is aligned and seated on the blade...
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Remove fuse from socket and inspect as fertilizer. NOTE: The engine can be started manually if the fuse burns out. • Store mower in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be stored with standard... lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to start with the electric starter, perform the following steps should be taken to corrosive materials, such...
Remove fuse from socket and inspect as fertilizer. NOTE: The engine can be started manually if the fuse burns out. • Store mower in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be stored with standard... lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. • Coat mower's cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting. • Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. • Secure side discharge chute to start with the electric starter, perform the following steps should be taken to corrosive materials, such...
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... path. 3. Burnt fuse. (Electric Start only) 1. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. Water or dirt in gas cap plugged. 4. See engine manual. 10. Replace fuse (see Service Section). 1. Drain fuel tank. Push CHOKE knob in the Operation section. 5. Dull blade. 1. Mow once... 3. Do not mow when grass is wet; Blade control disengaged. 2. Air flow restricted. 1. Clear vent. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Connect wire to engine manual. 1. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Reset gap to .030". 1. See an authorized service dealer. 1. Spark plug boot loose. 2. Fuel ...
... path. 3. Burnt fuse. (Electric Start only) 1. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. Water or dirt in gas cap plugged. 4. See engine manual. 10. Replace fuse (see Service Section). 1. Drain fuel tank. Push CHOKE knob in the Operation section. 5. Dull blade. 1. Mow once... 3. Do not mow when grass is wet; Blade control disengaged. 2. Air flow restricted. 1. Clear vent. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Connect wire to engine manual. 1. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Reset gap to .030". 1. See an authorized service dealer. 1. Spark plug boot loose. 2. Fuel ...
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Place front and rear wheels in same height position. 2. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2. Belt not installed properly. 2. Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Remedy 1. Troubleshooting 21 Inspect and replace belt. Damaged or worn belt. Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel Cause 1. Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement. 2. Section 8 -
Place front and rear wheels in same height position. 2. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2. Belt not installed properly. 2. Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris. 3. Remedy 1. Troubleshooting 21 Inspect and replace belt. Damaged or worn belt. Problem Uneven cut Mower will not self propel Cause 1. Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and movement. 2. Section 8 -
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... commercial use or exposure. Refer to misuse, abuse, commercial use the product. e. To locate the dealer in your Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at www.mtdcanada.com. The engine or component parts thereof. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have other peril or natural disaster. IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof...
... commercial use or exposure. Refer to misuse, abuse, commercial use the product. e. To locate the dealer in your Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at www.mtdcanada.com. The engine or component parts thereof. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have other peril or natural disaster. IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof...
