Troy-Bilt 429 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 4 Safety Labels e M 13 Setup and Adjustment 6 Parts EISE 14 Operating Your Lawn Mower 8 Warranty Back Cover Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 10 MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation Finding and Recording Model Number BEFORE ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the infor mation to the sample model plate provided to the right You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating posi tion and looking down at the rear of the deck This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site to obtain assistance from the Customer Support Department or when contacting an authorized service dealer Q TPOWV BnT Up eR www troybilt com CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 558 7220 866 840 6483 Model Number Serial Number Customer Support Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding control operation or maintenance you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Visit www troybilt com My Stuff Login Help Products amp Services Sea2. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog ging 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 20 Never operate mower without proper trailshield 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 21 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 22 Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury 23 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your dealer for assistance Telephone 1 866 840 6483 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 For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hil
3. Safety Assembly Operation Tips amp Techniques Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts Lists Warranty OPERATOR S MANUAL 21 inch Rotary Mower Model 429 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION 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 PRINTED IN U S A Troy Bilt LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 FORM NO 769 02338 01 18 2006 This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower It will help you assemble prepare and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Table of Contents Slope Gauge reins Sca EUN dE 3 Troubleshooting eese eene enne 12 Safe Operation Practices
4. This blade control mechanism is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Cutting Height Adjustment Levers One adjustment lever is located at each wheel and is used to adjust the cutting height All four levers must be moved to the same position to ensure a uniform cut Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle Stand behind the unit depress blade con trol and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit Gas and Oil Fill Up Refer to Engine Manual for engine details 1 Check oil level and add oil if necessary Follow engine manual for this 2 Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the engine manual WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extin guish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can damage your eyes severely Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it Starting Engine WARNING Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas
5. adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer TROY BILT e 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 f Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts g Transportation charges and service calls No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchant ability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identi fied 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 consequentia
6. bending the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck ME Da Maintaining Your Lawn Mower 6 lt Bell Blade Hex Bolt 00008 Figure 5 2 Remove blade and hardware WARNING When removing the cut ting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds It may cause damage to mower and could break causing personal injury Figure 5 3 Cut wire rod to remove the rear flap Off Season Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed care should be taken to rust proof the equipment Using a light oil or silicone coat the equipment especially cables and all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage 11 Trouble Shooting For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here contact an authorized se
7. door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher Adjustments An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel provides cutting height adjustment 1 Depress lever towards wheel 2 Move it to any one of the positions for desired cutting height Figure 3 7 Make sure that each wheel is positioned at the same height 3 Release lever towards mower deck Figure 3 6 Attach the grass catcher Figure 3 7 Use adjustment levers at each wheel to change the cutting height 7 Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING The blade control mechanism is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck Refer to warning label on the unit Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Figure 4 1 The main components on the mower Cutting Height Adjustment Levers one at each wheel Now that you have setup your lawn mower its important to become acquainted with its controls and features Blade Control The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the unit Release it to stop engine and blade WARNING
8. earlier make sure to remove it now Engine Care A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good performance by the mower is given below Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions 10 Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced To service the air cleaner refer to the engine manual Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season Check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush Keep the cooling system blower housing area clean to permit proper air circulation Remove all grass dirt and combustible debris from muffler area Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks especially if you strike a foreign object Replace when necessary Follow the steps below for blade service 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up Remove the bolt and the bell blade support whi
9. helpers and pets at least 75 feet from mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters area 6 10 13 14 19 WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER 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 instructions could result in serious injury or death Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during opera tion and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown 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 cutting deck Contact with 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
10. tank Refill with fresh fuel Refer to engine manual Refer to engine manual Fill crankcase with proper oil Remove blower housing and clean Refer to engine manual Adjust gap to 030 inch Refer to engine manual Reset gap to 030 inch or replace spark plug Refer to engine manual Referto engine manual Tighten blade and adapter Balance blade Seean authorized service dealer Do mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path Sharpen or replace blade Place all four wheels in same height position Sharpen or replace blade Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY DANGER Safety KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY Labels WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS DO NOT remove safety REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY GLASSES or any labels from e DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND mower for any reason USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER Mr UP AND DOWN NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE MOVING B
11. ACKWARDS READ OPERATOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES BLADE CONTROL TRAILING SHIELD DISCHARGE COVER ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY 13 9007 14 s wross GmstegFame fe aroos Tames o vois 090000000000 seromes Hande Bracket serons Heim Aaj Assy Fon LH 687 02077 Pivot Arm Assembly RH 734 04014B Wheel 8 x 2 125 Gray Idle S Wave 738 0507B Shoulder Screw 500 x 434 0002004 Pot Am Assemby RH rer ote92 Rear Handle Brace H 732040900 Torsion Spinoza Parts List To order replacement parts call 1 800 648 6776 or visit www troybilt com MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR O The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its posses sions and territories Troy Bilt warrants this product against defects in material and workman ship 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 imprope
12. FORE operating your mower IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operat ing your mower 1 Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles a Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Figure 3 1 Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets Do not crimp cable while lifting the handle up b Tighten star knobs securing upper handle to lower handle Figure 3 1 Make sure that each carriage bolt is seated properly in the handle 2 Locate the hairpin clip on the weld pin on each side lower handle a Remove hairpin clip from this hole Using a pair of pliers insert hairpin clip into the hole on pin closest to the bracket Figure 3 2 Repeat on other Hardware Pack side EN b Insert a carriage bolt from the hardware pack into lt p the upper hole on the handle mounting bracket Wing Nuts 2 Carriage Botts 2 Rie Figure 3 2 Secure with one plastic wing nut also included in the hardware pack Repeat on other side 3 The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide Figure 3 3 a Hold blade control handle against upper handle b Pull starter rope out of the engine Release blade control handle c Slip starter rope into rope guide d Tighten wing nut 4 Ins
13. Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower 1 Push primer three times Wait about two seconds between each push Figure 4 2 In temperature around 55 F or below prime five times Do not prime to restart a warm engine 2 Standing behind the mower squeeze the blade control against upper handle Figure 4 2 3 Holding these two handles together firmly grasp recoil starter handle and pull rope out with a rapid continu ous full arm stroke Figure 4 2 Keeping a firm grip on the starter handle let the rope rewind slowly Repeat until engine cranks Let the rope rewind each time slowly WARNING Wait for the blade to stop com pletely before performing any work on the mower or to remove the grass catcher Stopping the Engine 1 Release blade control to stop the engine and blade 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine Using Your Lawn Mower WARNING Never operate your mower without either the rear door or the entire grass catcher assembly firmly secured Be sure 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 WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect mower for any damage and repair d
14. ad 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 2 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 3 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the instructions in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine 4 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 personal 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 back toward the operator 5 To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury stay in operator zone behind handles and keep children bystanders
15. amage before restarting and operating Extensive vibration of mower during operation is an indication of damage The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired Figure 4 2 Starting the mower For best results do not cut wet grass Forahealthier lawn never cut off more than one third of the total length of the grass Using as Mulcher For mulching grass remove the grass catcher from the mower The rear discharge door should be closed For effective mulching do not cut wet grass New or thick grass may require a narrower cut Adjust ground speed according to condition of lawn e If the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of four inches mulching is not recommended Use the grass catcher to bag clippings instead Using Grass Catcher You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are operating the mower 1 Attach grass catcher following instructions in Setup section Grass clippings will automatically collect in the bag as you run the mower Operate the mower till the grass bag is full 2 Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control handle Make sure that the unit has come to a complete stop 3 Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower to dispose of the grass clippings Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes which can damage your eyes severely Always
16. ch hold the blade and the blade adapter to the engine crankshaft Figure 5 2 Remove blade and adapter from the crankshaft The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind ing wheel Do not attempt to sharpen the blade while itis still on the mower When sharpening the blade follow the original angle of grind and grind each cut ting edge equally to keep the blade balanced Balance the blade on a round shaft screwdriver Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly WARNING An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds It may cause damage to mower and could break causing personal injury 5 Lubricate the engine crankshaft and slide the blade adapter onto the engine crankshaft Place the blade on the adapter such that the side of the blade marked Bottom or with part number faces the ground when the mower is in the operating position Make sure that the blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter flanges Place blade bell support on the blade Align notches on the blade bell support with small holes in blade Replace hex bolt and tighten hex bolt to torque 450 lbs min 600 lbs max To ensure safe operation of your mower periodically check the blade bolt for correct torque Replacing Rear Flap 1 To remove rear flap cut off the flat end of the wire rod which secures it to the deck Figure 5 3 2 Attach the new flap and new rod to deck
17. ert post on cable ties into holes provided on the lower handle Pull cable tie tight and trim excess Figure 3 4 Figure 3 3 Pull recoil starter through rope guide and tighten Figure 3 4 Secure cable to handle using cable ties 5 Follow steps below to assemble the grass catcher if needed Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling warning label will be on the outside a Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is at the bottom b Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the frame Figure 3 5 All the plastic channels except center top of bag attach from outside of bag Setup and Adjustment Attach center top of bag from inside of bag 6 Follow steps below to attach grass catcher a Lift rear discharge door b Place grass catcher on the pivot rod Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher Figure 3 6 To remove grass catcher lift rear discharge door on the mower Lift grass catcher up and out off of the pivot rod Release rear discharge door to allow it to close rear opening of mower Figure 3 5 Assemble the grass catcher if needed WARNING Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot rod and the rear discharge door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher WARNING Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot rod and the rear discharge
18. in the blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 3 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at 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 lead to improper performance and compromise safety 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 5 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip ment is in safe working condition 6 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper opera tion regularly 7 After striking a foreign object stop the engine discon nect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating the mower 8 Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is running 9 Grass catcher components discharge cover and trail shield are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace im mediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts
19. isconnect spark plug and ground against engine before cleaning lubricating or performing any type of maintenance Lubrication e Lubricate pivot points on the blade control handle at least once a season with light oil The blade control must operate freely in both directions Figure 5 1 e Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil or motor oil If wheels are removed for any reason lubricate surface of the pivot arm and inner surface of the wheel with light oil Figure 5 1 e Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point on the rear discharge door periodically with light oil to prevent rust Figure 5 1 Follow the accompanying engine manual for engine lubrication schedule and instructions Deck Care WARNING Never tip the mower more than 90 in any direction and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent build up of grass clippings or other debris Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from lawn mower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap Tip mower so that it rests on the housing Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up Hold mower firmly Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable tool Do not spray with water Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground If you had put plastic under the gas cap
20. l 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 as a gift HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited war ranty 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 TROYBILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220
21. ly Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area Never remove gas cap or add fuel while engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling 10 Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 12 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion 11 Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely 12 If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting engine 13 Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances 14 To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris 15 Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing General Service 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees do not mow it Do 1 across the face of slopes never and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts rocks hidden objects or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip Tall grass can hide obstacles Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal i
22. njury 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 mow near drop offs ditches or embankments where you could lose your footing or balance Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping 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 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 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 Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certa
23. r 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 are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as batteries belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck 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 1 866 840 6483 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 The engine or component parts 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
24. rch Text optional Search Tips Products Search Search by Similar Phrases Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1 866 840 6483 The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regard 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 information Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes WARNING 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 881 E9I148A YUM 99 SIY pjou 14615 Buipiing e jo 494109 10 gt Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across the face of slopes 1900 39u34 e 10 gt Operate WALK BEHIND mowers across the face of slopes never up and down slopes Practices 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 thi
25. rvice dealer Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips hesitates at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut Blade control disengaged Spark plug wire disconnected Fueltank empty or stale fuel Engine not choked Faulty spark plug Blocked fuel line Engine flooded Spark plug wire loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Ventin gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Carburetor out of adjustment Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Carburetor not adjusted properly Spark plug gap too close Carburetor idle mixture adjustment improperly set Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Carburetor improperly adjusted Dirty air cleaner Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Bent cutting blade Wet grass Excessively high grass Dull blade Wheels not positioned correctly Dull blade 12 Engage blade control Connect wire to spark plug Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Choke engine as instructed in the Operating Your Lawn Mower section 5 Clean adjust gap or replace Clean fuel line Wait a few minutes to restart but do not prime Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Clear vent Drain fuel
26. s man ual 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 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 Children Tragic accidents can occur if operator is not alert to presence of children Children are often attracted to mower and 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 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 operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent General Operation 1 Readthis operator s manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine Re
27. 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 a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these steps a Step back from 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 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 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Walk never run Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads
28. wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while perform ing any adjustments or repairs on it Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and ground against engine before performing and type of maintenance on the mower Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit These may cause damage to electric components spindles pulleys bear ings or the engine The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability Figure 5 1 Areas to lubricate on the mower General Recommendations Always observe safety rules when performing any type of maintenance The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from warranty operator must maintain the lawn mower as instructed here Changing of engine governed speed will void engine warranty All adjustments should be checked at least once each season e Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight WARNING Always stop engine d
29. which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 10 Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 11 Maintain or replace safety labels as necessary 12 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment Safe Operation Practices 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 man ual 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 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 Setup and Stand behind the mower as if you were going to operate it Your right hand corresponds to the right side of the mower your left hand corre sponds to the left side of the mower Each end of the lower handle must be placed at the same position on the mounting brackets IMPORTANT This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Fill up gasoline and oil as instructed in the accom panying engine manual BE
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