Bolens 84 - Manuals

5 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 ca...

6 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. 15° S IG H T AND HO L D T H IS L E V E L WIT H A VER T IC A L T R EE A PO WE R PO L E A CO RNE R O F A B U IL DING O R A F E N C E PO ST F O L D O N ...

7 SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER Removing Unit From Carton • Remove staples, break glue, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. • Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.) • Carefully cut along corners, lay carton down flat, and remove...

8 Removing Chute Retainer For shipping purposes, the chute deflector on your mower is held in an upright position by a retainer . Remove the retainer, by following the steps below, before running the mower for the first time. • Push the chute deflector up and towards the engine. Holding the deflecto...

9 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustration in Figure 8 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Blade Contr...

10 Before Starting Mower • Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. Starting Engine • Push primer three times. Wait about two seconds between each push. In co...

11 Handle Height Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. For convenience of operating, you may lower the handle height as follows: • Remove the starter rope from the rope guide. • Disconnect the lower handle from the handle bracket assemblies by removing the wing nuts. S...

12 • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. • Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side with the air cleaner facing up . Hold the mower firmly. • Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitabl...

13 SECTION 8: STORING YOUR LAWN MOWER The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. IMPORTANT: We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. • Refe...

14 SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 084 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6 12 13 15 24 27 10 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 11 16 39 37 40 14 17 25 18 19 21 22 23 42 43 17 43 42 21 18 19 23 44 44

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: 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 possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing o...