Troy-Bilt 12168- Manuals

7 V ERSATILLER WHEELS, TINES ASSEMBLY WHEELS, TINES ASSEMBLY OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS S/N: 121681100101-121681199999 1 1911343 Tire/Wheel Assy ........................................ 2 2 1911388001 Tine Assy, R/H Inside ............................... 1 3 1911387001 Tine Assy, L/H Inside .................

If you need service or parts for your unit: For service assistance or parts, contact your local authorizeddealer or the factory. Your local dealer or service department will need to know theidentification numbers of your unit to provide the most efficientservice. See below for information on how to ...

6 24. Never operate this equipment if you are fatigued, or under the influ-ence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. 25. Operators shall not tamper with the engine-governor settings; thegovernor controls the maximumsafe operating speed and protectsthe engine and all moving partsfrom damage caused byoversp...

7 WARNING TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURYOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, DONOT START THE ENGINE UNTILALL ASSEMBLY STEPS ARECOMPLETE AND YOU HAVE READAND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETYAND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSIN THIS MANUAL. Inspect unit Inspect the unit and carton for damageimmediately after delivery. Contact thecarrier (tr...

Section 3 Features and Controls This section describes the various features and controls on the unit. Referto the next section, “Operation,” for anexplanation of the use of these controls. TILLER FEATURES/CONTROLS Drive Bail Holding the Drive Bail (A, Fig. 3-1) closed against the handlebar engages t...

10 Section 3: Features and Controls ENGINE FEATURES/CONTROLS The following are descriptions of the features and controls on your engine. Additional engine information is provided in Section 4 “Operation” in thismanual and in the engine manufacturer’sOperator’s Manual which is included inyour literat...

This section explains how to: • Transport the Machine• Prepare for Starting and Break-In Operation • Check Operational Interlock System• Convert the Equipment From a Rear Tine Tiller to a Front TineTiller/Cultivator...Then Back to aRear Tine Tiller • Start and Stop the Engine • Operate the Rear Tine...

12 Section 4: Operation Preparation For Starting Make the following checks and adjustments before starting the engine. 1. Check Engine Oil Level. 2. Check the Air Cleaner. It must besecurely assembled and clean. 3. Check Safety Guards. All guards andcovers must be securely in place. 4. Attach Spark ...

Section 4: Operation 13 DANGER The Operational InterlockSystem is designed for theoperator’s safety. Do notdisconnect or attempt to defeatthe purpose of the system. Ifthe system malfunctions,immediately contact your localauthorized dealer or the TROY-BILT Technical ServiceDepartment for assistance. ...

To Start and Stop the Engine IMPORTANT: Use the following steps topractice starting and stopping theengine ONLY. Do not attempt to use theequipment as a tiller or cultivator untilyou have read all operating instructionsin this Owner’s Manual. To Start the Engine: 1. The spark plug wire must be conne...

16 Section 4: Operation Clearing Debris from the Tines Long grass, string, or tough vines may become tangled in the tines. It’s notnecessary to remove all of the tangledmaterial for best tilling results, but thebulk of the material should be removedfor effective tilling. The tine hood may beremoved ...

17 OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS The Edger Attachment The Edger Attachment allows you to make clean, sharp edges wherever grassmeets a walkway, driveway, terrace, patio,or other such surface. It’s an extremelyhandy landscaping and yard care tool thatattaches quickly to your equipment.Simply set up in front t...

18 Section 4: Operation Loading and Unloading the Tiller • Shut off the tiller engine before loading or unloading. Let the engine cool. Discon-nect the spark plug wire and prevent thewire from touching the spark plug. • The tiller is too heavy (over 120 lbs.)and bulky to be safely lifted by oneperso...

Section 5 Maintenance NOTE: All references to left, right,front and rear of the machine aredetermined by standing behind thehandlebar and facing the direction offorward travel. Subjects covered in this sectioninclude: • Tiller/Cultivator Maintenance • Engine Maintenance• Storing your Equipment REQUI...

20 TILLER/CULTIVATORMAINTENANCE Tighten Bolts and Nuts Check for loose or missing hardware every ten (10) operating hours. Failure totighten or replace missing fasteners cancause poor performance, equipmentdamage or oil leakage. See your PartsCatalog for fastener descriptions. Most hardware on your ...

Section 5: Maintenance 21 Transmission Gear Oil Maintenance A. Check for Transmission Oil Leaks After the first two (2) hours of brand- new operation, check the transmission foroil leaks. Thereafter, check for leaksevery 25 operating hours. Specifically,inspect the following areas for signs ofleaks ...

22 Maintenance of the Operational Interlock System The Operational Interlock System is an electrical safety system that prevents theengine from starting (or shuts the engineoff) if either of two unsafe operatingconditions were to occur: 1) while in useas a rear tine tiller with the handlebarextendin...

23 ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Maintenance Change engine oil after the first two (2) hours of new operation. Thereafter,change the oil every fifty (50) operatinghours (or sooner if the work environmentis very dirty or dusty). The front cover shield (secured with four screws) must be removed to gai...

For customer assistance, contact your nearest authorized dealer or: GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED • 1 Garden Way • Troy, New York 12180 Customer Service: 1-800-437-8686 • Technical Service: 1-800-520-5520 • Parts Service: 1-800-648-6776 • FAX: (518) 391-7332 Outside the United States and Canada: Customer ...