Page 2 - Finding and Recording Model Number; Model Number; Please do; Table of Contents; • Visit; engine manufacturer
2 Finding and Recording Model Number Model Number Serial Number Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased, without first contacting Customer Support. Table of Contents BEFORE YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIP-MENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and c...
Page 3 - WARNING; Do not operate; your lawn mower on such slopes.
3 1 Slope Gauge 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...
Page 4 - Children; Your
4 2 Safe Operation Practices 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...
Page 5 - Safe
5 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 o...
Page 6 - IMPORTANT
6 3 Setup and Adjustment 1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Step 1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets. b. Tighten star knobs securing upper handle to lower handl...
Page 7 - Setup and; Adjustments; Cutting Height
7 Step 7 CUTTING HEIGHT All wheels must be placed in the same position. GRASS CATCHER Make certain bag is turned right side out before assembling (warning label will be on the outside). 3 Setup and Adjustment Step 8 Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the p...
Page 8 - Never; fuel; Know Your Lawn Mower
8 4 Operating Your Lawn Mower Now that you have set up your lawn mower, it’s 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...
Page 9 - Starting Engine; Stopping Engine
9 4 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 wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjust-ments or repairs on it. Be sure no one other than ...
Page 10 - General Recommendations
10 5 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of maintenance on your machine. We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may cause damage to el...
Page 11 - Blade Care
11 5 Maintaining Your Lawn Mower WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement or when sliding the belt around it, 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 rotat-ing at high sp...
Page 12 - Trouble; Cause
12 For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. 6 Trouble Shooting Cause Problem Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged.2. Spark plug wire disconnected.3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.4. Fuel valve closed.5. Faulty spark plug.6. Block...
Page 13 - DO NOT remove safety; Storage; Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower
13 Off-Season Storage WARNING DO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from mower for any reason. 7 Off-Season Storage & Safety Labels Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. 1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as describ...
Page 15 - Parts List; To order replacement
15 8 Parts List Ref. Part No. Description 1 687-02193 Height Adj. Assembly - LH 687-02194 Height Adj. Assembly - RH 2 750-04405 Sleeve Spacer 1.8” Long 3 618-04377 Transmission 4 750-04404 Sleeve Spacer 9.10” Long 5 782-5002B Front Baffle 6 712-04065 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 7 732-0708 Bearing Retain...
Page 18 - NOTES
Page 20 - 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 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...