Troy-Bilt TB280 Support Question
Troy-Bilt TB280 Support Question
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Question posted by Matthewsjeremy on May 19th, 2016
Troy-bilt Tb280es Wont Start.
I have gas, oil, compression, air, and spark. It will backfire occasionally when starting but will not turn over. What else am I missing?
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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on May 19th, 2016 7:29 AM
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Backfires, are usually caused by an overly lean condition. Check for fuel contamination in the gas tank ... droplets of water floating under that gas or clumps of anything down in the tank close to where the outlet hose attaches. To begin with, I would be certain that gas is reaching the carburetor by trying to by-pass the fuel tank, Do that by squirting a small amount of fuel directly into the carb throat. Does it have a priming bulb? If so use that but remove the air filter and try to re-start it to be certain that the A/Filter is not obstructed and causing a RICH backfire.
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Answer #2: Posted by Odin on May 19th, 2016 8:26 AM
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The earlier answer may work, but it may not. For various possible causes of your problem, see http://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Lawn-Mower/79---/Lawn-mower-won-t-start.
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Operation Manual - Page 1
... BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. Printed In USA
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Form No. 769-07346 (November 2, 2011)
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Operator's Manual
Self Propelled Mower -
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT...
Operation Manual - Page 2
....
Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in personal injury or property damage. Troy-Bilt's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be applicable to operating the equipment. Throughout this manual is responsible for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by standing at the operator's position and looking down at all references to...
Operation Manual - Page 3
... handling. As with any other reproductive harm.
Thrown objects can amputate fingers, hands, toes and feet.
3 Therefore, exercise extreme caution at least 75 feet from mower
to the safe operation practices in operation. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting
5. operate this symbol. Contact with these instructions may cause...
Operation Manual - Page 4
... alert and turn mower off and wait until resistance is a safety device. Important Safe Operation Practices Never pull the mower back toward ...than 15 degrees as part of the mower being pulled over should start to fully extend your footing, release ... a warning of alcohol or drugs.
16. Do Not:
1. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause serious personal injury.
Do not touch....
Operation Manual - Page 5
...gasoline is in any way. Clean up . Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. For safety ... cigars, pipes and other gas appliances.
13. Thoroughly inspect the mower for fuel expansion.
10. Repair the damage before starting .
3. Never fuel machine...the rim of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any damage. Service
Safe Handling Of...
Operation Manual - Page 6
...brush covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
Other states may include the...Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Important Safe Operation Practices Spark Arrestor
WARNING: This machine is required by ...
Operation Manual - Page 9
...
1. a.
A
b. 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...3-2. While this mower. Do not loosen or remove adjacent hex head screws. While stabilizing mower so it doesn't move, pivot upper handle up . Fill up with gasoline and oil as shown in ...
Operation Manual - Page 11
... chute under hinge pin on the frame. Slide two hooks of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. Pull the height adjustment lever towards wheel...and of the unit and rear discharge door is moved outward).
2. Slip plastic channel of mower. b.
Side Discharge Chute
Your mower is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the front and rear right wheel.
1.
Adjustments
...
Operation Manual - Page 12
... most comfortable. For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment levers to ...of grass. Tighten
Loosen
Figure 3-12
Set-Up
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
Refer to the separate engine owner's ...as follows: 1. See Fig. 3-12. Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out
of ignition....used to a higher position. NOTE: For mowers with the drive control engaged. Release lever ...
Operation Manual - Page 13
... to the right upper handle. release it against the upper handle to engage the drive; Your mower's deck is equipped with a water port on the right side of the mower. Controls and Features
Drive Control Electric Start Ignition Switch Recoil Starter
Side Discharge Chute
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
4
Blade Control
Deck Wash Cutting...
Operation Manual - Page 14
... exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing ... the off choke position after the engine starts. Electric Start (If Equipped): Turn ignition key to the right to stop ... Operation
Starting Engine
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Operation Manual - Page 15
... the "Assembly & Set-Up" section. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and repair damage before restarting and operating.
Such objects could damage lawn mower or engine. WARNING: The operation of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which can use the...
Operation Manual - Page 16
... the gas cap earlier, make sure these are tight. Keep the side with light oil. Scrape and clean the underside of the engine causing a starting problem.
3. Put the mower back on its wheels on the housing. See Fig. 6-1.
2. WARNING: Never tip the mower more than 90º in both directions. To receive full value from lawn mower...
Operation Manual - Page 17
... for good performance by the mower is recommended at the start of your house, garage, parked cars, etc.
2. Start the engine as described in engine manual.
• Service air cleaner every 25 hours under extremely dusty conditions. After cleaning your lawn, near enough for a detailed list and instructions.
• Maintain oil level as part of key...
Operation Manual - Page 18
... on the adapter such that the side of your mower, periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque. ... with small holes in . Make sure that the air filter and the carburetor are facing up.
2. Remove...adapter for blade service.
1. Placebladebellsupportontheblade.Alignnotchesontheblade bell support with light oil. Blade
Blade Bell
Support
Bolt
Figure 7-1
3.
Remove the ...
Operation Manual - Page 19
.... Unhinge the cover seal and plug the battery charger into
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Operation Manual - Page 20
...to check the fuse inside the battery housing:
1. Battery (If Equipped)
The battery must be started manually if the fuse burns
out. If it is burned out, replace with the electric starter... oil or silicone, coat the
equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of the battery.
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Section 7- If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will reduce life and capacity of your lawn mower ...
Operation Manual - Page 22
.... 1. Reset gap to .030".
1. Vent in the Operation
section. 5. Air flow restricted. 1. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Clean area around and on next page
22 Adjust gap to .030" or replace spark plug.
2. wait until later to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at desired height or make a narrower cutting path...
Operation Manual - Page 23
Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot, and clean out debris.
3. Section 9 - Damaged or worn belt. Sharpen or replace blade.
1.
Belt not installed properly. 2. Remedy
1.... Troubleshooting
23 Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Wheels not positioned correctly. 2.
Place front and rear wheels in same height position.
2. Problem
Uneven cut
Mower will not self propel
Cause
1.
Operation Manual - Page 26
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