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Safetyo Assembly
o Operation
oTips & Techniques o Maintenance
* Troubleshooting
o Parts Lists oWarranty
®
21-inch
READ SAFETY
RULES
Rotary Mower-
Model 542
AND mNSTRUCTmONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE
OPERATION
Warning: This unitis equippedwith an internalcombustionengineand shouldnot be usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,brush=
coveredor grass=coveredland unlessthe engine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith a sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalor state laws (if any),
If a sparkarresteris used, it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworkingorder by the operator,Inthe Stateof Californiathe aboveis requiredbylaw
(Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode), Otherstates mayhavesimilarlaws,Federallaws applyon federallands,A sparkarrester
for the muffleris availablethroughyournearestengineauthorizedservicedealeror contactthe servicedepartment,RO, Box361131Cleveland,
Ohio 44136=0019,
PRINTEDiN U,S,A
MTD LLC, RO. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,
OHiO 44136-0019
FORMNO, 769=02232
11/29/2005
This Operator's
Manua_ is an important
part of your new lawn mower, mtwH_ he_p you assemble,
prepare, and maintain the unit for best performance.
P_ease read and understand
what it says.
Table of Contents
Smope Gauge .......................................................
Safe Operation
Practices ...................................
Setup and Adjustment
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Operating Your Lawn Mower ..............................
Maintaining
Your Lawn Mower .........................
Finding
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4
6
8
10
Trouble Shooting ..............................................
Safety Labels ....................................................
Parts List ...........................................................
Warranty
and Recording
BEFOREASSEMBLINGYOUR 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 when using the manufacturer's web site, to
obtain assistance from the Customer Support Department,or
when contacting an authorized service dealer.
............................................
TRO_XX--T"
www.troybimt.com
Customer
P_ease do NOTreturn
Back Cover
Model Number
lVlodet Number
0
12
13
14
Serial
Number
TROY=O[LT
P. 0. BOX
LLC
361131
CLEVELAND, OH 44136
330=558=7220
Support
the unit to the retailer from
contacting
Customer
which it was purchased,
Support.
without
first
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:
o Visit www.troybilt.com
Phone a Customer Support Representativeat 1-866-840-6483.
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The engine manufacturer is responsiblefor 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.
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WARNING
w_
Do not mowon inclines
with a dope in excess
of 15 degrees (a rise
of approximately
2-"
feet). A riding r
could overturn and
cause serious injury.
if operating a walb
behind mower on such
a dope, it is extremely
footing and you could
dip, resulting in serious
injury.
Operate RiDiNG
mowers up and down
dopes, neveracross
the face of dopes.
o
Operate
WALK-BEHIND
mowers across the
face of dopes, never
up and down slopes.
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manual.Aswithanytypeofpowerequipment,
carelessness
or erroronthepartoftheoperatorcan
resultinseriousinjury.Thismachine
is capableofamputating
handsandfeetandthrowingobjects.
Failuretoobservethefollowingsafetyinstructions
couldresultin seriousinjuryordeath.
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Children
6. Alwayswear safetyglasses or safetygogglesduringoperation andwhile performingan adjustmentor repairto protect
youreyes. Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcan causeserious
injury to the eyes.
Tragicaccidentscan occurifoperatoris not alert to presence
of children.Childrenare oftenattractedto mowerandmowing
activity.They do not understandthe dangers.Neverassume
thatchildrenwill remainwhereyou lastsawthem.
7. Wearsturdy, rough-soledwork shoesand close-fitting
slacksandshirts. Shirtsand pantsthat coverthe arms and
legs andsteel-toedshoesare recommended.Neveroperate
this machinein bare feet,sandals, slipperyor lightweight
(e.g. canvas)shoes.
8. Do not put hands or feet near rotatingparts or undercutting
deck. Contactwithblade can amputatehands andfeet.
1. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea andunderwatchful
careof a responsibleadultotherthanthe operator.
2. Be alert andturn moweroff if a childentersthe area.
3. Beforeand whilemovingbackwards,look behindanddown
forsmallchildren.
4. Useextremecare when approachingblindcorners,
doorways,shrubs,trees, or otherobjectsthat may obscure
yourvisionof a childwho may run into the mower.
5. Keepchildrenawayfrom hot or runningengines.Theycan
sufferburnsfrom a hot muffler.
9. A missingor damageddischargecovercan causeblade
contactor thrownobject injuries.
10. Manyinjuriesoccur asa resultof the mowerbeing pulled
overthe foot duringa fall causedby slipping or tripping.
Do not hold on to the mower if you are falling; releasethe
handle immediately.
6. Neverallowchildrenunder14 yearsoldto operatea power
mower.Children14yearsold andovershouldreadand
understandoperationinstructions
andsafetyrulesin this
manualandshouldbe trainedandsupervisedbya parent.
endanger
thepersonal
safetyand/orproperty
General
11. Neverpullthe mowerback towardyou whileyou are
walking.If you mustback the mowerawayfrom a wall or
obstructionfirst look down andbehind to avoid trippingand
thenfollow thesesteps:
a. Stepback from mowerto fully extendyour arms.
Operation
1. Readthis operator'smanualcarefullyin its entiretybefore
attemptingto assemblethis machine.Read,understand,
andfollow all instructionson the machineandin the
manual(s)beforeoperation.Be completelyfamiliarwith
the controls andthe proper use of this machinebefore
operatingit.Keepthis manualin a safe place forfuture
and regularreferenceandfor orderingreplacementparts.
2. This machineis a precision pieceof powerequipment,
not a plaything.Therefore,exerciseextremecautionat all
times.Yourunit has been designedto performonejob: to
mow grass.Do not use itfor any otherpurpose.
b. Be sureyou arewell balancedwithsure footing.
c. Pullthe mowerback slowly,no morethan half way
towardyou.
d. Repeatthese stepsas needed.
12. Do not operatethe mowerwhileunderthe influenceof
alcoholor drugs.
13. Do not engage the self-propelledmechanismon units so
equippedwhilestartingengine.
14. The bladecontrol handleis a safetydevice.Neverattempt
to bypassits operation.Doing so makesthe safetydevice
inoperativeandmay resultinpersonal injurythrough
contactwiththe rotatingblade.The bladecontrol handle
mustoperate easilyin bothdirectionsandautomatically
returnto the disengagedpositionwhen released.
3. Neverallowchildren under 14yearsold to operatethis
machine.Children 14yearsold and overshould readand
understandthe instructionsinthis manualandshould
be trainedand supervisedbya parent.Only responsible
individualswho arefamiliar withthese rulesof safe
operationshould be allowedto use this machine.
4. Thoroughlyinspectthe area wherethe equipmentis to
be used. Removeall stones,sticks,wire, bones,toys and
otherforeignobjectswhichcould betripped overor picked
up and thrownby the blade.Thrownobjectscan cause
seriouspersonalinjury.Plan yourmowingpatternto avoid
dischargeof materialtoward roads,sidewalks,bystanders
andthe like.Also, avoiddischargingmaterialagainsta
wall or obstructionwhich may causedischargedmaterial
to ricochet backtoward the operator.
and follow the warnings
and i..struction2
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un_nusmanuau
17. Stopthe bladewhen crossinggraveldrives,walks or roads.
18. If the equipmentshouldstart to vibrateabnormally,stop the
engine andcheck immediatelyforthe cause.Vibrationis
5. Tohelp avoid bladecontact or a thrown objectinjury,
stay inoperatorzone behindhandles andkeepchildren,
bystanders,helpers,andpets at least75 feet from mower
._ generallya '_arningof !rouble.. .......
]_ _nut the engne errandwar unl: me Daaecomes-coa
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compete
stop beforeremovng the grasscatcheror unc og
.
glng the chute
whileit is in operation.Stopmachineif anyoneenters
and on the machine,
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15. Neveroperatethe mowerinwet grass. Alwaysbe sure of
yourfooting. A slip and fallcan causeseriouspersonal
injury.If you feel you are losingyour footing,releasethe
bladecontrol handle immediatelyandthe bladewill stop
rotatingwithinthreeseconds.
16. Mow only indaylightor good artificial light. Walk,never run.
area.
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The cutting bladecontinuesto rotatefor a fewseconds after
the engine is shut off. Neverplace any part of the bodyin
the blade area untilyou are surethe blade has stopped
rotating.
7. Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars, pipes andothersources
of ignition.
8. Neverfuel machineindoorsbecauseflammablevaporswill
accumulatein the area.
20. Neveroperate mowerwithoutpropertrailshield, discharge
cover, grasscatcher,bladecontrolhandle,or othersafety
protectivedevices in place andworking.Neveroperate
mowerwithdamagedsafetydevices.Failureto do socan
resultin personalinjury.
21. Mufflerandengine becomehot and can causea burn.Do
not touch.
9. Neverremovegas cap or add fuel whileengine is hot or
running. Allow engineto cool at least two minutesbefore
refueling.
10. Neverover fill fuel tank. Filltank to no morethan _ inch
belowbottom of filler neckto providefor fuel expansion.
11. Replacegasolinecap andtighten securely.
12. If gasolineis spilled,wipe it off the engineand equipment.
Moveunit to anotherarea.Wait 5 minutesbeforestarting
engine.
13. Neverstore the machineor fuel containernear an open
flame,spark or pilot light as on a water heater,space
heater,furnace, clothesdryer,or othergas appliances.
22. Onlyuse parts and accessoriesmadefor this machineby
manufacturer.Failureto do so can result inpersonalinjury.
23. If situationsoccurwhichare not coveredin this manual,
use careand goodjudgment. Contactyour dealerfor
assistance.Telephone1-866-840-6483forthe name of your
nearestdealer.
14. Toreducefire hazard,keepmowerfree of grass, leaves,
or otherdebrisbuild-up.Clean up oil or fuel spillageand
removeanyfuel soakeddebris.
15. Allow a mowerto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.
SJope Operation
Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto slip andfallaccidentswhich
can resultinsevereinjury.Operationon slopes requiresextra
caution.Ifyou feel uneasyon a slope,do not mow it.Foryour
safety,use the slopegaugeincludedas part of this manualto
measureslopes beforeoperatingthis unit on a slopedor hilly
area.If the slope is greaterthan 15 degrees,do not mowit.
General Service:
1. Neverrun an engineindoorsor ina poorlyventilatedarea.
Engineexhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorlessand
deadlygas.
2. Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspecting,makecertainthe
bladeandall movingparts havestopped.Disconnectthe
sparkplug wire andgroundagainstthe engineto prevent
unintendedstarting.
3. Checkthe bladeandenginemountingbolts atfrequent
intervalsfor propertightness.Also,visuallyinspectbladefor
damage(e.g.,bent, cracked,worn) Replacebladewiththe
originalequipmentmanufacture's(O.EM.) bladeonly,listed
inthis manual."Useof parts whichdo not meetthe original
equipmentspecificationsmay leadto improperperformance
andcompromisesafety!"
4. Mowerbladesare sharp andcan cut.Wrap the bladeor wear
gloves,anduse extracautionwhen servicingthem.
5. Keepall nuts,bolts, andscrewstight to be surethe equipment is in safeworkingcondition.
6. Nevertamperwithsafetydevices.Checktheirproper operation regularly.
7. Afterstrikinga foreignobject,stop the engine,disconnectthe spark plugwire andgroundagainstthe engine.
Thoroughlyinspectthe mowerfor any damage.Repairthe
damagebeforestartingandoperatingthe mower.
Do:
1. Mow acrossthe face of slopes;neverup anddown.
Exerciseextremecautionwhen changingdirectionon
slopes.
2. Watchfor holes,ruts, rocks,hidden objects,or bumpswhich
can causeyou to slip or trip.Tall grasscan hide obstacles.
3. Alwaysbe sure of yourfooting.A slip andfall can cause
seriouspersonalinjury.If you feel you are losingyour
balance,releasethe blade controlhandle immediately,and
the blade will stop rotatingwithin 3 seconds.
Do Not:
1. Do not mownear drop-offs, ditchesor embankments,where
you could loseyour footing or balance.
2. Do not mowslopes greaterthan 15degrees as shownon
the slope gauge.
3. Do not mowon wetgrass. Unstablefooting could cause
slipping.
Service
8. Neverattempt to makea wheel or cutting height adjustment
whilethe engineis running.
Safe Handling Of Gaso%e:
9. Grasscatchercomponents,dischargecover,and trail
shieldare subjectto wear anddamagewhichcould expose
movingparts or allow objectsto be thrown.For safety
protection,frequentlycheck componentsand replaceimmediatelywithoriginal equipmentmanufacturer's(O.EM.)
parts only,listed in this manual."Use of partswhich do
not meetthe original equipmentspecificationsmaylead to
improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!"
10. Donot changethe engine governorsettingor overspeedthe
engine.The governorcontrolsthe maximumsafe operating
speedof the engine.
11. Maintainor replacesafetylabels,as necessary'.
1. To avoid personalinjury or propertydamage useextreme
care in handlinggasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable
andthe vapors are explosive.Serious personalinjury can
occurwhen gasolineis spilledon yourself or your clothes
which can ignite.
2. Washyour skinand changeclothesimmediately.
3. Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.
4. Neverfill containersinsidea vehicle or on a truckor trailer
bedwith a plasticliner.Alwaysplace containerson the
groundawayfrom yourvehicle beforefilling.
5. Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truck or trailer
andrefuel it on the ground. Ifthis is not possible,then refuel
such equipmenton a trailer witha portablecontainer,rather
than from a gasoline dispensernozzle.
12. Observeproperdisposallawsand regulations.Improper
disposalof fluidsand materialscan harmthe environment.
6. Keepthe nozzlein contactwith the rim of the fuel tank or
container openingat all times until fuelingis complete.Do
not use a nozzlelock-opendevice.
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This Symbolpoints
ua! before attempting to
resuU
t in personal injury_
::When you see th s
_symbol
,EED MTSWARNmN
Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read
understand
1. Removeanypackingmaterialwhich may be between
upperand lowerhandles.
a. Pull up and backon upperhandleas shownin
Figure34. Makecertain the lowerhandle is seated
securelyintothe handlemountingbrackets.Donot
crimpcane while lifting the handleup.
b. Tighten star knobsto secure upperhandleto
lowerhandle.Makesure thateach carriagebolt is
seatedproperlyin the handle.
2. Locatethe hairpinclipon the weldpin on eachside of
lowerhandle.
a. Removehairpinclipfrom this hole.Usinga pair
of pliers,insert hairpinclip into the holeon pin
closestto the bracket,Figure3-2. Repeaton other
side.
b. Inserta carriagebolt from the hardwarepack into
the upperhole on thehandle mountingbracket.
Securewith one plasticwing nut,also included
in the hardwarepack.Repeaton otherside with
remainingitemsfrom hardwarepack.
Figure3-1: Unfoldhandleandtighten hardware.
Stand behina the
moweras ifyou were
going b operate it,
Your right hand correspondsto the right
side of the mower; your
left hand corresponds
to the left side of the
mower.
3. The ropeguide is attachedto the right sideof the
upperhandle,Figure3-3. Loosenthewing nutwhich
securesthe rope guide.
HardwarePack
)1
Wing Nuts(2) CarriageBelts(2
a. Holdblade controlhandleagainstupper handle.
b. Pull starterrope outof the engine.Releaseblade
controlhandle.
c. Slip starterrope intorope guide.
d. Tighten wingnut.
4. Insertpost on cane ties into holesprovidedon the
lowerhandle.Pull cane ties tight and trim excess,
Figure3-4.
Make sure to route
cane outside the lower
handle. Do not crimp
cane while lifting the
handle up.
Figure3-2:Securelowerhandleto mounting
brackets.
IMPORTANT
This unit is shipped
up gasoline and oil
as instructed in the
accompanying engine
manual BEFORE
operating your mower.
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Figure3-4:Securecablestohandleusingcableties.
Figure3-3:Pull recoilstarterthrough rope guideand tighten.
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5. Followsteps belowto assemblethe grasscatcher.
Makecertainbag is turnedrightside out before
assembling(warninglabelwill be on the outside)
7. Yourmoweris shippedas a mulcher.To convertto
sidedischarge,makesuregrass catcheris off of the
unitand reardischargedoor is closed.
a. Placebagoverframe so that its black plasticside
is at the bottom.
a. On the sideof the mower lift the mulchingplug,
Figure3-7.
b. Slip plasticchannelof grass bagover hookson the
frame,Figure3-5. All the plasticchannelsexcept
center topof bagattachfrom outsideof bag.
b. Slide two hooksof side dischargechute under
hingepin on mulchingplugassembly.Lowerthe
mulchingplug.Do notremovesidemulchingplug
at anytime,evenwhenyou are not mulching.
c. Attachcentertop of bag from insideof bag.
Figure3-7: Liftmulchplug andinstallsidedischargechute.
Figure 3-5: Assemble the grass catcher.
6. Followthe stepsbelowto attachthe grasscatcher:
Adj ustments
a. Lift rear dischargedoor,Figure3-6.
An adiusfingplateand thumbleverat eachwheel
providescutting heightadiustment,
1. Depresslevertowardswheel,
b. Placegrass catcheron the pivotrod. Letgo
of dischargedoorso that it restson thegrass
catcher.
When
adjustingthe
cuttungheught,aHH
wheeHs!
must be positioned at
the same height,
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2. Moveit to anyone of the positionsfor desiredcutting
height,Figure3-8.
Makesurethat
positionedat the same
height. eachwheelis
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WARNING:Never operate mower unless the
hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated
on the pivotrod and the rear discharge door rests
firmly against top of the grass catcher.
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3. Releaselevertowardsmowerdeck.
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WARNING
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Figure3-6:Attachthegrasscatcher.
Figure3-8: Useleversto adjustcuttingheight.
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Know Your Lawn Mower
Grass Catcher --_
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Cutting Height
Adjustment
Levers (front
and rear)
The blade control is a
safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operations.
Side Discharge Chute
Use extreme care when
handling gaaomine.
Gasemineis extremely
flammable and the
vapors are expbaMve.
Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the
engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
Figure4-1:Themajorpartsonthelawnmower.
Now that you have set up your lawn mower for
operation, read this section to become acquainted
with its controls and features. This knowledge will
allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest
potential
Blade
Mulch
Control
Grass
The biade control is attached to the upper handle.
Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle
to operate the unit= Release it to stop engine and
blade=
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WARNING:This Made control is a safety
device. Do not bypass its operations.
Cutting
Height
Adjustment
Gas and Oil Fill°Up
1, Check oi{ {eve{and add oil if necessary, Follow engine
manual for this,
Levers
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel and
is used to adjust the cutting height. All four wheels
must be at the same position to ensure a uniform
cut.
Recoil
Catcher
The grass catcher, located at the rear of the mower,
is used to bag the grass clippings for disposai at another site= Once the bag is fuiL it has to be removed
from the mower and emptied before any further
mowing.
Keep hands and feet
away from the cutting
deck. Refer to warning
label on the unit.
Plug
The mulch plug is used for mulching purposes=
Instead of collecting the grass clippings in a grass
catcher or using the side discharge chute, some
mower models have the option of recirculating the
clippings back to the lawn. This is called mulching=
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.Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of
ignition.
Starter
The recoi[ starter is attached to the right upper
handle= Stand behind the unit and pui[ the recoil
starter rope to start the unit=
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while operating the mower or while performing any
adjustments or repairs on it.
Starting
Engine
operator is standing near the lawn mower
WARNING:Be sure no one other than the
while starting engine or operating mower.
Never run engine indoorsor 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.
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Figure 4-2: Starting the mower.
NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for help with
engine related operations.
1, Placethe fuel valveleverfoundon the left sideof the
engine intothe ON (OPEN)position,Figure4-2,
WARNING
2, Movethe choke leverall the way backwardintothe
chokeposition,Figure4-2,
3, Standingbehindthe mower,squeezethe blade control
againstupper handle,Figure4=2,The chokewill now
1, Oncethe engineis running,squeezethe blade
beginto slowlyreturnto theoff choke positionafter
controlagainstthe upperhandleto engagethe
activatingthe bladecontrol Therefore,quicklymove
blade,
onto step fourbelow,
4, Holdingthesetwo handlestogetherfirmly,grasprecoil • For bestresults,do notcut wet grassand never
cut off morethanone-thirdof the total lengthof the
starterand pull ropeout with a rapid,continuous,full
grass,
arm stroke,Figure4-2, Keepinga firm grip on the
starterhandle,let the roperewindslowly,Repeatuntil
Using as Muncher
enginecranks, Letthe rope rewindeachtime slowly,
FormulcNnggrass,removethe grass catcheror side
dischargechute fromthe mower,The reardischarge
Stopping
Engine
door shouldbe closed,
1, Releasebladecontrol to stopthe engine and blade,
Foreffectivemulching,do notcut wet grass,New
2, Disconnectsparkplug wire fromspark plug and
or thick grass mayrequirea narrowercut, Adjust
groundagainstthe engine,
groundspeedaccordingto conditionof lawn,
WARNING:Wait for the blade to stop
• If thegrass has beenallowedto growin excessof
completely before performing any work
four inches,mulcNngis notrecommended,Use the
on the mower or to remove the grass
grasscatcherto bag clippingsinstead,
catcher.
Using Grass Catcher
Youcan usethe grass catcherto collectclippingswNle
Using Your Lawn Mower
youare operatingthe mower,
WARNING:Never operate your mower
1, Attachgrasscatcherfollowinginstructionsin Setup
without either the rear door or the entire
section,Grassclippingswill automaticallycollectin
grass catcher assembly firmly secured.
bag as you run mower,Operatemowerfill grass bag
Be surelawnis clear of stones,sticks,wire,or other
is full
obiectswhich coulddamagelawnmoweror engine,
Suchobiectscouldbe accidentlythrownby the mower
2, Stopenginecompletelyby releasingtheblade
control Makesure that the unit hascometo a
in anydirectionand causeserious personaliniuryto the
operatorand others,
completestop,
3, Lift dischargedoorand pull grass bagup and away
from the mowerto removethe bag,Disposeof the
grassclippingsand reinstallthe bag whencomplete,
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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 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 _ ngine indoors or
in enclosed, pooHy
ventilated areas. Engine
exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odormess
and deadmygas. Keep
hands, feet. hair and
loose clothing away
from any moving parts
on engine and lawn
mower.
Deck Care
Cban undersideof the mowerdeck after eachuse to
preventbuild-upof grass clippingsor otherdebris. Follow
stepsbelowforthis iob.
1. Disconnectspark plug wire.Draingasolinefrom lawn
moweror placea pieceof plasticunder thegas cap.
2. Tip mowerso that it restson the housing.Keepthe
sidewith the air cleanerfacing up.Hold mowerfirmly.
WARNING:Never tip the mower more
than 900in any direction and do not
leavethe mower tipped for any length of
time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine
causing a starting problem.
3. Scrapeand cban the undersideof the deck with a
suitabb tool Do notspraywith water.
4. Putthe mowerback on its wheelson the ground.If
Figure5-1:Areasto lubricateonmower,
you hadput plasticunderthe gas capearlbr, make
sureto removeit now.
General
Recommendations
Alwaysobservesafetyrubs when performing
any maintenance.
•
Engine
Care
A list of key enginemaintenanceiobs requiredfor good
performanceby the moweris givenbelow.Followthe
accompanyingengine manualfor a detaibd list and
instructions.
Thewarrantyon this lawnmowerdoes notcover
itemsthat havebeensubiectedto operatorabuse
or negligence.Toreceivefull valuefrom warranty,
operatormustmaintainthe lawnmoweras
instructedhere.
.
Changingofengine=governed
speedwill void
enginewarranty.
•
All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat bast once
eachseason.
.
Serviceair cleanerevery25 hoursundernormal
conditions.Cban everyfew hoursunderextremely
dustyconditions.Poor engineperformanceand
floodingusuallyindicatesthat the air cbaner should
be serviced.Toservicethe air cleaner,referto the
enginemanual
Periodicallycheckall fastenersand makesurethese .Cban sparkplug and reset thegap oncea season.
Sparkplug replacementis recommendedat the start
are tight.
of eachmowingseason.Checkenginemanualfor
correctplugtype and gap specifications.
nect spark plug, and ground against
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ARNING:Always stop engine, discon• Cban engineregularlywith a cloth or brush. Keepthe
engine before performing any type of
coolingsystem(Newerhousingarea) cleanto permit
maintenanceon your machine.
properair circulation.Removeall grass,dirt, and
combustibbdebrisfrom mufflerarea.
Lubrication
.
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1. Lubricatepivot pointson the bladecontrolat bast
oncea seasonwith lightoil The bladecontrol must
operatefreely in both directions,Figure5-1.
2. Lubricatethe wheelsat bast oncea seasonwith
pu!!eys, bearings,Or
Maintainoil levelas instructedin enginemanual.
lightoil (or motoroil). If wheelsare removedfor any
reason,lubricatesurfaceof the pivotarm and inner
surfaceof the wheelwith light oil, Figure5-1.
3. Lubricatethe torsionspringand pivot pointon the
rear dischargedoor and side mulchplug periodically
with lightoil to preventrust,Figure5-1.
4. Followthe accompanyingengine manualfor lubrbationschedub and instructionfor engine lubrication.
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B_adeCare
WARNING:When removing the cutting
blade for sharpeningor replacement,
protect your hands with a pair of heavy
gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the
blade.
Periodicallyinspectthe bladeadapterfor cracks,
especiallyif you strikea foreignobiect,Replacewhen
necessary,Followthe stepsbelowfor bladeservice,
1, Disconnectspark plugwire fromspark plug,Turn
moweron its side makingsurethat the air filter and
the carburetorare facing up,
2, Removethe boltand the bladebell supportwhich
holdthe blade and the bladeadapterto the engine
crankshaft,Figure5=2,
3, Removeblade and adapterfrom thecrankshaft,
Figure5=2,
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Figure5-2:Remove
thebolt,support,andadaptertoaccess
4, The bladecan be sharpenedwith a file or on a grind= theblade,
ing wheel Do notattemptto sharpenthe blade whileit
is still on the mower,
WARNING
Whensharpeningthe blade,followthe originalangle
of grind, Grindeachcuttingedge equallyto keepthe
bladebalanced,
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.
5, To testfor balance,removebladeand balanceon
a round shaftscrewdriver,Removemetalfrom the
heavysideuntil it balancesevenly,
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.
6, Lubricatetheenginecrankshaftand the inner surface
of the blade adapterwith lightoil Slidethe blade
adapterontotheengine crankshaft,
7, Placethe blade on the adaptersuch that the side
of the blade marked"Bottom"(or with partnumber)
facesthe groundwhenthe moweris in the operating
position,Makesurethat the blade is alignedand
seatedon the bladeadapterflanges,
8, Placeblade bell supporton the blade,Align notches
on the bladebell support with smallholesin blade,
Figure5-3:Cutwire to removerearflap.
Off-Season
Storage
The followingstepsshouldbe takento prepareyour
lawnmowerfor storage,
, Cleanand lubricatemowerthoroughlyas described
in the lubricationinstructions,
9, Replacehexbolt and tightenhex boltto torque: 450
in, Ibs,min,,600 in, Ibs,max,
,
Do not usea pressurewasheror garden hoseto
dean yourunit,
Toensuresafe operationof yourmower,periodically
checkthe blade boltfor correcttorque,
,
Referto engine manualfor correctengine
storageinstructions,
•
Coat mower'scuttingblade with chassisgreaseto
preventrusting,
•
Storemowerin a dry, dean area,Do not storenext
to corrosivematerials,suchas fertilizer,
Replacing
Rear F_ap
1, To removerear flap,cut off theflat end of thewire rod
which securesit to thedeck, Figure5-3,
2, Attachthe newflap and new rodto deck,bendingthe
endsof the newrod overto secureto deck,
When storinganytype of powerequipmentin a poorly
ventilatedor metalstorageshed, careshouldbe taken
to rust-proofthe equipment,Usinga lightoil or silicone,
coat theequipment,especiallycablesand all moving
parts of yourlawnmowerbeforestorage,
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An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotating at high speeds, it
may cause damage
to mower and could
break causing perserial injury.
Problem
Cause
2_ Spark p!ugwire disconnected=
Fueltankernptyoistale_uek
4. Enginenot pr!med.
2, Connectwire to spark plug.
3. Filltank Withdean, freshgas01ineI
4. Primeengine as instructedin !'OperatingYour Lawn Mower'!.
5. Cleanl ad ust gapl 0i iepJace.
EaultySpa[kplug.
6. BloCkedfuel line.
Enginefl0oded.
Enginerunserratic
1. Sparkplug wire loose.
2. Blockedfuel lineor stale fuel.
3.
4.
5.
6.
For repairs beyond
the minor adjustments
listed here, contact
an authorized service
Occasional skips
(hesitates) at high speed
dealer.
Excessive Vibration
Clean fuel [inc.
7.
Wait a lew minutesio iestartl but do
not prime
1. Connectandtighten sparkplug wire.
2. Cleanfuel line; fill tank withclean,
fresh gasoline.
3. Clearvent.
4. Drainfuel tank. Refill withfresh fuel.
Vent ingas cap plugged.
Wateror dirt infuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetorout of adjustment.
2. Air f!owrestricted.
3. Carburetornot adjustedproperly.
6.
5. Referto engine manual.
6. Referto engine manual.
, 2. Removeblowerhousing andclean.
3. Referto engine manuak
1. Sparkplug gap too close.
2. Carburetoridle mixtureadjustment
improperlyset.
1. Adjustgap to .030-inch.
2. Referto engine manual.
2. Carburetorirrlproperly
adjusted.
2. Referto engine manual.
3. Referto engine manual.
1. Cuttingbladeloose or unbalanced.
1. Tighten bladeand adapter.Balance
blade.
2. Bentcutting blade.
2. Seean authorizedservicedealer.
cutting height,
F
Uneven cut
k
1. Wheels not positionedcorrectly.
2. Dull blade.
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1. Placeall four wheelsin same
heightposition.
2. Sharpenor replaceblade.
WARNING
DO NOT remove safety
(or any) labeJs from
newer for any reasen,
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Q
Q
Q
2_
Q
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List
1
747q161A
BladeControl
28 738-0507B
ShoulderScrew,,5D x ,434
2
731-04204
Bail Cover
29 732-0404
FrontSpringLever
3
74Gl130
ControlCable,40dnchSnap-On
30 72G0426
HeightAdiust Knob
4
72G0240
CableTie
31 71G0599
TT Screw,1/4-20x ,500
BellWasher
TTScrew, 3/8-16x 1,0
5
664-04011
GrassBag Assembly
32 73G0270
6
747-04080
GrassBag Frame
33 71G0654A
7
73b0700
TrailshieldWire
34 71G0216
Hex Screw,3/8d6 x ,75
731-04998
Trailshield
35 71G1652
TT Screw,1/4-20x ,625
747-0996
PivotRod
36 72G0312
FoamGrip
10 731-04134A RearDischargeDoor
37 734-04127
RearWheel,12x2,125S-Wave
11 687_02057 RearHandleBracketAss}/,_ LH
38 73G0182
SpringWasher
RearHandleBracketAssy,- RH t
39 73b0866
RearHi-WheelSpringLever
Deck21dnch
40 687_02039A RearPivotArmAssy_RH
8
9
687-02056
12 787-01279
13 687-02075A FrontHeightAdiustmentAssy-LH
FACTORY PARTS
To order replacement
parts, ca[J
1-800-648-6776
or visit
www.troybi[t,com
iMPORTANT
687_02040A RearPivotArmAssy_LH t
687_02074A FrontHeightAdiustmentAssy_RHt
41 714-0104
HairpinClip
42 687-02192
HandleBracketAssy- RH
14 7865002B
FrontBaffle
15 748-04082
BladeAdapter
16 742-0741
21dnchMulchingBlade
43 71G0703
17 73G0524B
Bell Blade Support
44 731-04150C RearBaffle
18 71G1257
Hex Screw,3/8-24x 2,5
45 71G04371
19 731-04177
Side DischargeChute
46 732_04090A TorsionSpring_RH
20 17032A
DeflectorChute Adaptor
21 7361014
TorsionSpring
47 75G04162
Spacer
22 747-0710
HingePin
48 71b0397
Wing Nut
23 987-02055
HingedMulchPlug Assembly
49 749-0928A
LowerHandle
24 71b04065
FlangeLockNut 3/8d6
50 710d174
CarriageBolt,5/16-18x 2
25 787_01290 HeightAdiustmentPlate
51 72G04072
StarKnob
26 687-02077A FrontPivotArm Assembly- RH
52 72G0279
HandleKnob
687_02076A FrontPivotArm Assembly_LH t
53 710d205
EyeBolt
54 749-1092A
UpperHandle
For a proper workingmachine, use
Factory Approved Parts.
VoBELT$are specially
designed to engage
and disengage safely.
A substitute (nonOEM)
VoBe[tcan be dangerous
by not disengaging
completely.
687_02191 HandleBracketAssy_LH
CarriageBolt,1/4-20x ,75
ScrewHL, 1/4d5 x 1,00
732-04089A TorsionSpring- LH t
27 734-04014B FrontWheel,8 x 2,125GWave
t Not Pictured
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15
MANUFACTURER'S
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR
®
The limitedwarrantyset forth belowis givenbyTroy_BiltLLCwith respect
to newmerchandisepurchasedand usedin the UnitedStates,its posses_
sionsand territories.
"Troy_Bilt"warrantsthis productagainstdefects in materialand workmam
shipfor a periodof two (2) years commencingon thedate of original
purchaseand will, at its option,repair or replace,freeof charge,any part
foundto be defectivein materialsor workmanship.This limitedwarranty
shallonly applyif this producthasbeen operatedand maintainedin
accordancewith the Operator'sManualfurnishedwith the product,and
has notbeen subiectto misuse,abuse,commercialuse, neglect,accident,
impropermaintenance,alteration,vandalism,theft, fire, water,or damage
becauseof other perilor naturaldisaster.Damageresultingfromthe
installationor use ofany part, accessoryor attachmentnot approvedby
Troy_Biltfor use with theproduct(s)coveredby this manualwill voidyour
warrantyas to any resultingdamage.
Normalwearparts are warrantedto be free fromdefects in materialand
workmanshipfor a period of thirty (30) days from thedate of purchase.
Normalwearparts include,butare notlimitedto itemssuch as: batteries,
belts,blades,bladeadapters,grass bags,rider deck wheels,seats,snow
throwerskid shoes,shaveplates,augerspiralrubberand tires.
NOW 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 RO. Box 361131,Cleveland, Ohio 441360019, or can 1-866-840-6483 or 1-330-558-7220,or log on to our
Web site at www.troybilt.com.
This limitedwarrantydoesnot providecoveragein the followingcases:
a.
b.
c.
d.
The engineor componentparts thereof.These itemsmay
carry a separatemanufacturer'swarranty.Referto applicable
manufacturer'swarrantyfor termsand conditions.
Log splitterpumps,valves,and cylindershavea separateone
yearwarranty.
Routinemaintenanceitemssuch as lubricants,filters, blade
sharpening,tune_ups,brakeadiustments,clutch adiustments,
deck adiustments,and normaldeteriorationof the exteriorfinish
due to use or exposure.
Servicecompletedbysomeoneotherthanan authorizedservice
dealer.
e.
f.
g.
Troy_Biltdoesnot extendanywarrantyfor productssold or
exportedoutsideof the UnitedStates,its possessionsand
territories,exceptthosesold throughTroy_Bilt'sauthorized
channelsof exportdistribution.
Replacementpartsthat are notgenuineTroy_Biltparts.
Transportationchargesand servicecalls.
No impliedwarranty, includingany impliedwarranty of merchant°
ability of fitness for a particular 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, includinga 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 providethe 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.
Somestatesdo not allowtheexclusionor limitationof incidentalor
consequentialdamages,or limitationson howlong an impliedwarranty
lasts,so the aboveexclusionsor limitationsmay notapplyto you.
In no eventshall recoveryof any kind be greaterthanthe amountof the
purchasepriceof the productsold. Alteration of safety features of the
product shall void this warranty. Youassumethe risk and liability for
loss,damage,or injuryto youand yourpropertyand/or to others and their
propertyarisingout of the misuseor inabilityto use the product.
This limitedwarrantyshall notextendto anyoneotherthanthe original
purchaseror to the personfor whom it was purchasedas a gift.
HOWSTATELAW RELATESTO THiS WARRANTY:This limitedwarrantygh,'esyouspecificlegal rights,and you mayalso haveother rights
which vary from stateto state.
IMPORTANT:OwnermustpresentOriginalProofof Purchaseto obtain
warrantycoverage.
TROYBILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAM D, OHIO 44136-0019;
Phone: 1(866} 840-6483, 1-330-558-7220
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