Troy-Bilt 436 User's Manual
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1. Remove the hairpin clips from the outer hole in the weld pins on the handle bracket assemblies Using a pair of pliers squeeze one leg of the lower handle against the handle bracket assemblies Insert the hairpin clip into the inner hole on the weld pin Repeat on other side See Figure 4 After you have moved the hairpin clip install the carriage bolt carriage bolt must go to the inside of handle included in the hardware pack in the upper hole on the handle mounting bracket Secure with one plastic wing nut also included in the hardware pack See Figure 4 Repeat process on other side Att SN Carriage Bolt e e SD i Upper r N Hole 8 Handle DL Mounting yee Brkt Wing Nut Move Hairpin Clip Figure 4 Fasten the cable to the lower handle with the two cable ties found on the lower handle Pull the cable ties tight and trim off the excess See Figure 5 Cable Tie Post on Cable Tie Figure 5 aching Starter Rope The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper handle Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide See Figure 6 With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded hold the blade control handle against the upper handle and pull the starter rope out of the engine Release the blade control handle Slip the starter rope into the rope guide Tighten wing nut Slip rope into rope ns Wing Nut Figure 6 Assembling Grass Catcher NOTE f your mower s g2. a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these steps a Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms b Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing c Pull the mower back slowly no more than half way toward you d Repeat these steps as needed Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not engage the self propelled mechanism on units so equipped while starting engine The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operation Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade The blade control handle must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released 8 Never operate the mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your footing release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds 9 Mow in daylight or good artificial light Walk never run Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walkways or roads 10 If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble 11 Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to acomplete stop before removing the grass catcher or uncloggin
3. e Change engine oil as specified in the engine manual Check oil level before starting engine every time e Service foam filter in the air cleaner as specified in the engine manual Service air filter more frequently in extremely dusty conditions e Clean engine periodically Remove dirt and debris with a cloth or brush e Clean spark plug and reset the gap to 030 at least once a season or every 50 hours of operation Inspect muffler periodically and replace if necessary Damaged mufflers or spark arresters can create a fire hazard IMPORTANT Make sure to avoid muffler and surrounding areas while the mower engine is hot because temperature of these areas of the engine may exceed 150 F Lubrication See Figure 12 Wheels Lubricate the wheels and bearings if so equipped at least once a season with light oil or engine oil Also if the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle and inner surface of the wheel with light oil Chute Deflector amp Rear Discharge Door e Lubricate the torsion springs and the pivot point on each end of the rear discharge door using a light oil This will prevent rusting Engine Follow the engine manual instructions and recommended schedule for lubricating engine Pivot Points Lubricate the pivot points on the discharge chute door blade control handle and the cutting height adjustment lever at least once a season with light oil The blade contr
4. without the mulching cover the grass catcher bag or the discharge chute properly installed SECTION 4 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this owner s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower Compare the illustrations in Figure 11 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Blade Control Handle Recoil Starter P Grass Catcher gt Mulch Plug ERSTEN dr q Chute Height Adjustment Figure 11 Blade Control Handle The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower The blade control handle must be depressed in order to operate the unit Release the blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade WARNING The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations The blade will be rotating whenever the engine is running Cutting Height Adjustment Lever This lever located at each wheel lets you adjust cutting height of the grass Remember to put all four levers at the same height to avoid uneven cut Throttle Control The engine is equipped with a constant speed throttle for maximum engine and cutting performance Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the handle Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter to start engine Primer The primer is used to pump gas into the carburetor Use it to assist in starting a cold engine but do not use it when restarting a warm engin
5. by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its possessions and territories Troy Bilt warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Troy Bilt for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows All normal wear parts or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 30 days regardless of cause After 30 days but within the two year period normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of OTHER component parts Normal wear parts and components include but are not limited to batteries belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck
6. or kink cables Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the handle brackets Refer to Figure 4 Remove the carriage bolts and wing nuts from the handle brackets Press out on the legs of the lower handle Remove lower handle from the mower Turn the lower handle around so the notch on the bottom of the lower handle is facing forward as shown in the box here Reassemble placing the bottom Lower holes in the handle over Handle the weld pins in the handle mounting bracket Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle Insert hairpin clips in the inner holes of the weld pins and replace the carriage bolts and wing nuts on the handle brackets Attach the starter rope as instructed in the Assembling Your Lawn Mower section Attach the new flap and new rod to deck bending the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck Rear Discharge Handle Door Bracket Handle Bracket Rear Flap Figure 15 Adjusting Cutting Height IMPORTANT All wheels must be placed in the same relative position For rough or uneven lawns move the height adjustment lever to a higher position This will help stop scalping of the grass An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel position provides cutting height adjustment Each adjusting plate has nine height positions Height of cut will change when you move the thumb lever from one position to another Simply depress the lever towards the w
7. should be trained and supervised by a parent Service Safe Handling of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately Use only an approved gasoline container Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling 5 If possible remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle 6 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device AN 7 Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other lead to improper performance and compromise sources of ignition safety 8 Never fuel machine indoors because flammable 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the vapors will accumulate in the area blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when 9 Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine servicing them is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two 5 Keep all nuts bolts an
8. your inquiries or update your personal profile Service Locator Need local assistance Click here to find authorized service centers in your area Manuals Online Need a manual and or parts list Download literature from recent model years The answer you are looking for could be just a mouse Click away If you prefer to reach a Customer Support Representative please call 1 800 520 5520 information The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your unit for more SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING WARNING This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instruc
9. 87 02070 Pivot Arm L H 10 746 1130 Control Cable 35 782 5002A Front Baffle 11 664 04011 Grass Bag 36 710 0654A Hex L Wash Scr 3 8 16 x 1 12 714 0104 Int Cotter Pin 5 16 Dia 37 782 5003 Rear Baffle LH 13 732 04090 Door Spring R H 38 710 1017 Torx Mach AB Tap Scr 1 4 x 62 14 732 04089 Door Spring L H 39 710 1652 HexIndWash Scr 1 4 20 625 15 731 04134 Rear Discharge Door 40 787 01144 Handle Bracket RH 16 732 1014 Torsion Spring 41 787 01143 Handle Bracket LH 17 747 0710 Hinge Pin 42 787 01104 Deck 21 18 732 0700 Wire Rod 43 734 04033 Wheel Complete 19 731 1236 Rear Flap 44 736 0270 Bell Washer 1 4 I D 20 748 0376C Blade Adapter w Star 45 687 02055 Hinged Mulching Plug 21 710 1044 Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 5 Lg 46 731 04177 Side Chute Deflector 22 736 0524A Blade Bell Support 47 710 0599 Hex Hd Self Tp Scr 1 4 20 x 5 23 17032A Deflector Chute Adapter 48 782 5004A Rear Baffle RH 24 742 0741 21 Mulching Blade w Star 49 736 0451 Shoulder Washer 25 712 0431 Flange Nut 3 8 16 Thd 51 710 0703 Hex Carriage Screw 1 4 20 26 15261A Height Adj Plate 52 712 0397 Wing Nut 27 687 02077 Pivot Arm Assembly RH 53 750 04162 Spacer 3750D x 50ID 687 02076 Pivot Arm Assembly LH 54 747 04035 Rear Door Pivot Rod MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR OTROV BILT The limited warranty set forth below is given
10. NING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLAC TO REDUCE ae RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OP TE MOWER UNLESS DISCHARGE CHUTE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE is AROUND BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY 6 DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR en ent SLOPES e USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER UP AND DON DANGER KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY MN NEVER P UR FET LOOK KOONS NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LG A CKWARI AD EHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MO Au ee S MANUAL K EEP SAFETY DE 5 G SHIELD DISCHARGE COVER ET CIN SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 2 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY A E o SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE po A POWER POLE dee 4 A CORNER OF A BUILDING 1 CTN tg OR A FENCE POST a Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip resulting in serious injury Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes Operate WALK BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes never up and down slopes SECTION 3 ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER Removing Uni
11. OTROV BILT Operators Manual 21 Rear amp Side Discharge Mulching Lawn Mower Model 436 IMPORTANT Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 769 00010C 9 2003 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Servicing Your Lawn Mower 13 Slope Gauge 6 Making Adjustments 14 Assembling Your Lawn Mower 7 Off Season Storage 15 Know Your Lawn Mower 9 Trouble Shooting 15 Operating Your Lawn Mower 10 Illustrated Parts List 16 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 12 Warranty 20 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mo
12. ashers or garden hose to clean your unit They may cause damage to bearings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability Lubricate the mower as instructed on page 12 You can fold your mower s handle for convenience of storage Inspect and replace sharpen blade if required Refer to page 13 SECTION 10 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine fails to start 1 Blade control handle disengaged 1 Engage blade control handle 2 Spark plug wire disconnected 2 Connect wire to spark plug 3 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 3 Fill up tank with fresh gasoline 4 Blocked fuel line 4 Clean fuel line 5 Faulty spark plug 5 Clean adjust gap or replace 6 Engine flooded 6 Wait a few minutes and start again Engine runs erratic 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 2 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline 3 Ventin gas cap plugged 3 Clear vent 4 Water or dirt in fuel system 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Dirty air cleaner 5 Clean air cleaner Refer to engine manual Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Air flow restricted 2 Clean lawn mower engine Occasional skip athigh 1 Spark plug gap too close 1 Adjust gap to 030 inches speed Idles poorly 1 Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too
13. can hide obstacles 3 Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your balance release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds Do Not 1 Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments you could lose your footing or balance 2 Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator 2 Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area 3 Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children 4 Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower 5 Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler 6 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and
14. d screws tight to be sure the minutes before refueling equipment is in safe working condition 10 Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than Ya 6 Never tamper with safety devices Check their inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for proper operation regularly fuel expansion 7 After striking a foreign object stop the engine 11 Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against 12 If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and the engine Thoroughly inspect the mower for any equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 damage Repair the damage before starting and minutes before starting the engine operating the mower 13 Never store the machine or fuel container inside 8 Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as adjustment while the engine is running on a water heater space heater furnace clothes 9 Grass catcher components discharge cover and dryer or other gas appliances trail shield are subject to wear and damage which 14 To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass could expose moving parts or allow objects to be leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel thrown For safety protection frequently check spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris components and replace immediately with original 15 Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before equipment manufacturer s O E M parts on
15. e after a short shutdown Mulching Plug The mulching plug is used only for mulching purposes Instead of collecting the grass clippings in a grass catcher some mower models have the option of recirculating the clippings back to the lawn This is called mulching SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Gas and Oil Fill Up WARNING Never fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is running or hot Do not smoke when filling up the fuel tank e Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your mower Read instructions carefully Before Starting Mower Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug Starting Engine A WARNING Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower WARNING Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas WARNING Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower Push the primer three times Wait two seconds between each push In temperatures below 55 F prime five times Do not prime to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown e Standing behind the mower depress the blade control handle and hold it against the upper handle e Grasp star
16. g height and the handle height For best results in mowing keep the cutting height position high until you have determined which cutting height is preferred SECTION 6 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance or adjustments on the mower WARNING Never tip mower more than 90 degrees in any direction and do not leave it tipped for long Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem A Cleaning the Lawn Mower e Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent any build up of grass If this debris accumulates it will cause rust and corrosion NOTE We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to bearings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduced serviceability e Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from the mower or place a piece of plastic under gas cap Tilt the mower so that the side with the air cleaner is facing up Hold the mower firmly e Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool Do not spray with water Put mower back on its wheels remove plastic from under gas cap and put gas cap back on Engine Maintenance A list of key maintenance jobs required for good performance by the mower is given below Follow the engine manual for detailed list and instructions
17. g the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating 12 Never operate mower without proper trail shield discharge cover grass catcher blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working Never operate mower with damaged safety devices Failure to do so can result in personal injury 13 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 14 Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the original equipment manufacturer O E M Failure to do so can cause personal injury 15 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your dealer for assistance Telephone 1 800 520 5520 for the name of your nearest dealer Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury Operation on slopes requires extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it Before operating this unit ona slope or hilly area use the slope gauge on page 6 to measure slopes If the slope is greater than 15 degrees do not mow it Do 1 Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 Watch for holes ruts rocks hidden objects or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip Tall grass
18. heel and move the lever assembly to desired position See the illustration in the box above Adjustment Adjusting Carburetor NOTE A dirty air cleaner may cause an engine to run rough too Make sure that the air cleaner is clean and attached to the carburetor before deciding to adjust the carburetor WARNING If any adjustments are made to the engine e g carburetor while the engine is running keep clear of all moving parts Be careful of heated surfaces like the muffler To adjust carburetor please follow the engine manual SECTION 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE Prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more Store the mower in a clean dry area Gasoline Do not store gasoline from one season to another Gasoline stored more than one month may affect engine performance e Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust Rust and or dirt in the gasoline will cause problems Engine e Follow recommendations in the accompanying engine manual for off season storage of the engine Mower NOTE f storing the mower in an unventilated or metal storage shed make sure to rustoroof the equipment with a light oil or silicone e Store unit in a clean dry area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rocksalt e Clean underside of the mower according to instructions on page 12 NOTE We do not recommend the use of pressure w
19. here is growth WARNING If you strike a foreign object A stop the engine Remove spark plug wire from spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower Extensive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage Bagging Grass Clippings You can use the grass catcher bag to collect clippings while you are operating the mower Attach the grass catcher following instructions on page 8 of this manual Grass clippings will automatically collect in the bag as you run mower e Operate mower till the grass bag is full Stop the engine completely by releasing the control handle Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower to dispose of the grass clippings Using the Mulcher For effective mulching do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck preventing proper mulching of grass clippings New or thick grass may require a narrower cut The ground speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn If mowing has been delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4 mulching is not recommended Mow using the grass bag if so equipped to reduce the grass height to 3 1 4 maximum before mulching Adjusting Cutting Height Refer to height adjustments section of this manual on page 14 for instruction on how to adjust the cuttin
20. ly storing listed in this manual Use of parts which do not General Service meet the original equipment specifications may 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly lead to improper performance and compromise ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon safety monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 10 Do not change the engine governor setting or 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make overspeed the engine The governor controls the certain the blade and all moving parts have niai sale an speed of le stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and 11 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as ground against the engine to prevent unintended NECESAN starting 12 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations 3 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade for damage e g bent cracked worn Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture s O E M blade only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may A DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTA nm e REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN B the environment Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine A WAR
21. ol handle must operate freely in both directions The cutting height adjustment levers should be able to move easily Lubricate Follow engine manual for lubrication Figure 12 SECTION 7 SERVICING YOUR LAWN MOWER Blade Care Periodically inspect the blade adapter and pulley for cracks especially if you strike a foreign object Replace when necessary WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect hands by using heavy gloves or a thick rag to grasp the cutting blade e Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug e Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up Remove the bolt and blade bell support which hold the blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft See Figure 13 Remove the blade and adapter from the crankshaft Blade Adapter Bell lt Support B Hex Bolt Figure 13 To Sharpen Blade The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen the blade while it is still on the mower Follow the original angle of grind as a guide Make sure that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade NOTE An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds may cause damage to the mower and could break causing personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver See Figure 14 Remove me
22. onal injury Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet toward operator To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury stay in the operator zone behind the handles and keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown 10 11 objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel toed shoes are recommended Never operate this machine in bare feet sandals slippery or light weight e g canvas shoes Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade can amputate hands and feet A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling release the handle immediately Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking If you must back the mower away from
23. purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Troy Bilt During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale Troy Bilt shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased a
24. rass catcher has been already assembled before shipping proceed to the next section If it is unassembled follow the steps below Insert frame into grass bag with the black plastic side on the bottom of bag See Figure 7 Insert frame Grass Catcher Frame Figure 7 e Slip the side openings of the plastic channel on the bag over the hooks on the grass catcher frame Secure bag to the frame by working the six plastic channels on bag over frame All the plastic channels attach from the outside of bag See Figure 8 Plastic Channel Grass Catcher Figure 8 Attaching Grass Catcher Liftthe rear discharge door and place the grass catcher on the pivot rod Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher See Figure 9 ES SDR i J lt WE INK gt A EOS Figure 9 Removing Grass Catcher Lift the rear discharge door on the mower and lift the grass catcher up Release the rear discharge door Mulching Plug Converting to Side Discharge Your mower has been shipped as a mulcher To convert it to a side discharge mower lift the mulching plug Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflector under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly Lower the mulching plug N Side 3 Chute See Figure 10 Deflector Figure 10 Do not remove the side mulching plug at any time even when you are not mulching WARNING Never operate the mower
25. s a gift HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Troy Bilt LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 800 520 5520 1 330 558 7220
26. t From Carton Remove staples break glue on top flaps or cut tape at carton end and peel top flap to open carton Remove loose parts if included with unit e Cutcorners and lay carton down flat Remove packing material e Roll or slide unit out of carton Check carton thoroughly for loose parts NOTE Make sure not to crimp cables while removing the loose parts or the entire unit from the carton T Hardware Pack S QS Please identify each piece of the hardware pack as Wing Carriage shown here Nut Bolt 1 4 20 2 1 4 20 2 Tools Required e Pair of Pliers Funnel NOTE Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position Disconnecting Spark Plug e Before setting up your lawn mower disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug See Figure 1 Spark Plug Wire Spark Plug Figure 1 Assembling Handle For shipping purposes the grass bag was placed on top of the unit Remove it from the unit and set it out of the way See Figure 2 Figure 2 e Raise the lower handle as shown in Figure 2 until it snaps into place e Raise the upper handle as shown in Figure 2 e Tighten the two wing nuts which are already on the handle See Figure 3 Tighten these wing nuts Lower Handle Handle Figure 3 NOTE Make sure to route the cables outside the lower handle Also do not crimp the cables while lifting the handle up
27. tal from the heavy side until it balances evenly It is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter for the best test of balance 1 Insert screw driver through hole 2 Blade should be parallel to ground Screw Driver Blade Ground Figure 14 Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil or engine oil Also lubricate the bolt holes and bolt e Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the star away from the engine Refer to Figure 13 Place the blade with the side marked bottom or with part number facing away from the adapter Align the blade bell support over the blade with the tabs in the holes of the blade and insert the hex bolt Tighten the center bolt to 450 in lbs min 600 in lbs max IMPORTANT To ensure safe operation all nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness Replacing Rear Flap To remove rear flap cut off the flat end of the wire rod which secures itto the deck See Figure 15 SECTION 8 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting Handle Height Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position To lower height proceed as follows Remove the starter rope from the rope guide Remove the upper handle by removing the hand knobs and carriage bolts Lay upper handle out of the way being careful not to bend
28. ter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point Let the rope rewind slowly Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind slowly NOTE See your engine manual packed with your unit for more detailed instructions Stopping Engine e Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade e Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from spark plug to prevent accidental starting Operating Your Lawn Mower Once the engine has started squeeze the blade control handle against the upper handle to run the lawn mower Do not operate the mower without the mulching cover the grass catcher bag or the discharge chute properly installed e Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones sticks wire or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others For best results do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the mower preventing proper discharge of grass clippings poor mulching conditions and could cause you to slip and fall New grass thick grass or wet grass may require a narrower cut For a healthy lawn always cut off one third or less of the total length of the grass Lawn should be trimmed in fall as long as t
29. tions could result in serious injury or death WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm General Operation 1 Read this operator s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before operation Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts This machine is a precision piece of power equipment not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Your unit has been designed to perform one job to mow grass Do not use it for any other purpose Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these safe operation rules should use this machine Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade Thrown objects can cause serious pers
30. wer It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below A sample model plate is also given below You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the deck This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site and or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer Copy the model number here TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 Copy the serial number here CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from where it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below g Visit troybilt com for many useful suggestions Click on Customer Support button and you will get the four options reproduced here Click on the appropriate button and help is immediately available w Find Answers 0 here to search our knowledge base Sear I oduct keyword or phrase The answer you are looking for could be just a mouse Click away My Stuff Login to check the status of your questions modify
31. wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area check your Yellow Pages or contact Troy Bilt LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 800 520 5520 or 1 330 558 7220 or log on to our Web site at www troybilt com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Engine or components thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Troy Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution e Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer g Transportation charges and service calls No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular
32. wide 1 Reset gap or replace spark plug 2 _ Dirty air cleaner 2 Clean air cleaner Excessive vibration 1 Cutting blade loose or unbalanced 1 Tighten blade and adapter balance blade 2 Bent cutting blade 2 Replace blade 3 Bent engine crankshaft 3 Contact your nearest service center Fails to mulch grass 1 Wetgrass 1 Wait until grass is dry to cut 2 Excessively high grass 2 Mowonce ata high cutting height then mow again at desired height 3 Dull blade 3 Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut 1 Wheels not in same height position 1 Reposition all wheels at same height 2 Dull blade 2 Sharpen or replace blade NOTE For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above contact your nearest authorized service dealer PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 436 SECTION 11 y 16 Model 436 I Part No Description NE Part No Description 1 747 1161A Control Handle 28 732 0404 Front Spring Lever 2 710 1205 Rope Guide 29 738 0507B Shld Bolt 5 Dia x 357 3 720 0279 Handle Knob 1 4 20 Thd 30 731 04204 Deluxe Bail Cover 4 710 1174 Curved Hd Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 31 720 0426 Spring Lever Knob 5 720 0284 Hand Knob 32 732 04175 Rear Spring Lever 6 749 1092A Upper Handle 33 687 02074 Height Adj Assy Comp RH 7 749 0928A Lower Handle 687 02075 Height Adj Assy Comp LH 8 726 0240 Cable Tie 34 687 02071 Pivot Arm R H 9 747 04080 Grass Catcher Frame 6
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