Troy Bilt Lawn Mower TB2246 User Manual

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty  
Op e r a t O r s Ma n u a l  
Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor — TB2246  
WARNING  
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL  
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.  
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.  
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019  
Printed In USA  
Form No. 769-06610  
(November 1, 2010)  
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Important Safe Operation Practices  
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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 manual 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!  
CALIfORNIA PROPOsITION 65  
WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components  
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects  
or other reproductive harm.  
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead  
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive  
harm. Wash hands after handling  
DANGER! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices 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.  
6.  
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 picked up and thrown by  
the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious personal  
injury.  
General Operation  
1.  
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the  
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to  
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for  
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement  
parts.  
7.  
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.  
2.  
3.  
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.  
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them  
quickly.  
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this  
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand  
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual  
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised  
by an adult.  
8.  
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during  
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair  
to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can  
cause serious injury to the eyes.  
9.  
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting  
slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be  
caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in  
bare feet or sandals.  
4.  
Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper  
instruction.  
5.  
To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,  
keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet  
from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if  
anyone enters the area.  
10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction  
and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower  
without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its  
proper place.  
11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the  
cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate  
hands and feet.  
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12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade  
Slope Operation  
contact or thrown object injuries.  
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over  
accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes  
require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you  
feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.  
13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or  
roads and while not cutting grass.  
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing  
roadways. This machine is not intended for use on any  
public roadway.  
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this  
manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on  
a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as  
shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this machine on that  
area or serious injury could result.  
15. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of  
alcohol or drugs.  
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
Do:  
17. Never carry passengers.  
1.  
Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme  
caution when changing direction on slopes.  
18. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up  
slowly. Always look down and behind before and while  
backing to avoid a back-over accident.  
2.  
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden  
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall  
grass can hide obstacles.  
19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly.  
Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.  
3.  
Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so  
that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.  
Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes  
are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear  
when going down slopes to take advantage of engine  
braking action.  
20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait  
until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing  
grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing  
any grass or debris, or making any adjustments.  
21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn  
off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel  
weights or counterweights to improve stability.  
22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into  
a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven up or  
down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over, causing  
serious personal injury. The machine must be pushed  
manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.  
Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.  
These can change the stability of the machine.  
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do  
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid  
engagement or braking could cause the front of the  
machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could  
cause serious injury.  
23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do  
not touch.  
24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under  
low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc.,  
where the operator may be struck or pulled from the  
machine, which could result in serious injury.  
7.  
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,  
disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down  
the slope.  
25. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake  
pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting  
to start engine.  
Do Not:  
1.  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly  
and gradually downhill, if possible.  
26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of  
a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through  
unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves.  
Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/  
or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire  
hazard.  
2.  
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The  
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge  
of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.  
3.  
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on  
the ground.  
4.  
Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.  
27. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this  
machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand  
and follow all instructions provided with the approved  
accessory or attachment.  
5.  
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause  
sliding.  
6.  
Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over-speeding  
may cause the operator to lose control of the machine  
resulting in serious injury or death.  
28. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are  
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related  
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability  
to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect  
themselves and others from serious injury.  
7.  
Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded  
dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5  
degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends  
to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control  
(e.g. tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are  
reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to  
overturn).  
29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use  
care and good judgment. Contact your customer service  
representative for assistance.  
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Children  
Service  
1.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the  
Safe Handling of Gasoline:  
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the  
machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand  
the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where  
you last saw them.  
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.  
a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in  
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the  
operator.  
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.  
b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
b. 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.  
c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off.  
They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere  
with safe machine operation.  
c. When practical, 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.  
e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,  
doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may  
block your vision of a child who may run into the  
path of the machine.  
d. 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.  
f.  
To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage  
the cutting blade(s) before shifting into Reverse.  
If equipped, the “Reverse Caution Mode” should  
not be used when children or others are around.  
e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other  
sources of ignition.  
f.  
Never fuel machine indoors.  
g. Keep children away from hot or running engines.  
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.  
g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine  
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two  
minutes before refueling.  
h. Remove key when machine is unattended to  
prevent unauthorized operation.  
h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½  
inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for  
fuel expansion.  
2.  
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this  
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand  
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual  
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised  
by an adult.  
i.  
j.  
Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.  
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and  
equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5  
minutes before starting the engine.  
Towing  
1.  
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass,  
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel  
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.  
2.  
Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
l.  
Never store the machine or fuel container inside  
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light  
as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes  
dryer or other gas appliances.  
3.  
Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.  
4.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause  
loss of traction and loss of control.  
m. Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before  
storing.  
5.  
Always use extra caution when towing with a machine  
capable of making tight turns (e.g. “zero-turn” ride-on  
mower). Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing.  
General Service  
1.  
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.  
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,  
and deadly gas.  
6.  
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.  
7.  
2.  
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the  
blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the  
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent  
unintended starting.  
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3.  
Periodically check to make sure the blades come to  
complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after  
operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades  
do not stop within the this time frame, your machine  
should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD  
Service Dealer.  
Do not modify engine  
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any  
way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway  
engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper  
with factory setting of engine governor.  
4.  
Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear  
during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.  
Notice Regarding Emissions  
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal  
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)  
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and  
may include the following emission control systems: Engine  
Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air  
Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.  
5.  
Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent  
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s)  
for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace  
the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s  
(O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts  
which do not meet the original equipment specifications  
may lead to improper performance and compromise  
safety!”  
Spark Arrestor  
WARNING! This machine is equipped with an  
internal combustion engine and should not be used  
on or near any unimproved forest-covered,  
brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the  
engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark  
arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if  
any).  
6.  
7.  
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,  
and use extra caution when servicing them.  
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the  
equipment is in safe working condition.  
8.  
9.  
Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other  
safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.  
If a spark arrestor 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 arrestor 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.  
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect  
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine.  
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair  
the damage before starting and operating.  
10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the  
machine while the engine is running.  
11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover 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 immediately  
with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only,  
listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the  
original equipment specifications may lead to improper  
performance and compromise safety!”  
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed  
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe  
operating speed of the engine.  
13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,  
etc. to protect the environment.  
15. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission  
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),  
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,  
or 270 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful  
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized  
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety  
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.  
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.  
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.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!  
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Safety Symbols  
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the  
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.  
Symbol  
Description  
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)  
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to  
assemble and operate  
DANGER— ROTATING BLADES  
Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blades off.  
DANGER— ROTATING BLADES  
Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.  
WARNING— ROTATING BLADES  
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the  
blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.  
WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS  
This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.  
WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS  
This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.  
BYSTANDERS  
Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in  
operation.  
WARNING— SLOPE OPERATION  
Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees.  
WARNING— HOT SURFACE  
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine  
and muffler to cool before touching.  
DANGER — ROTATING BLADES  
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover  
or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately.  
WARNING— TOWING  
Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns.  
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Assembly & Set-Up  
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Contents of Crate  
One Lawn Tractor  
One Oil Drain Tube  
One Deck Wash Hose Coupler  
One Lawn Tractor Operator’s Manual  
One Kohler Engine Operator’s  
Manual  
Shipping Brace Removal  
Tractor Set-Up  
WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor’s engine is  
off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition  
key before removing the shipping brace.  
Moving The Tractor Manually  
Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic  
relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the  
tractor manually. Opening this valve permits the fluid in the  
transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires  
to “freewheel.” To open the hydrostatic relief valve, proceed as  
follows:  
1.  
Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag  
found on the right side of the cutting deck. See Fig. 3-2.  
1.  
Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.  
See Fig. 3-1.  
Figure 3-2  
2.  
While holding the discharge chute with your left hand,  
remove the shipping brace with your right hand by  
grasping it between your thumb and index finger and  
rotating it clockwise.  
Figure 3-1  
2.  
Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then down, to lock  
it in place.  
WARNING! The shipping brace is used for  
packaging purposes only. Remove and discard the  
shipping brace before operating your lawn tractor.  
NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic  
bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position  
prior to operating the tractor.  
CAUTION: Never attempt to move the tractor  
manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief  
valve. Doing so will result in serious damage to the  
tractor’s transmission.  
WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of  
throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding  
mower without the discharge cover in the proper  
operating position could result in serious personal  
injury and/or property damage.  
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Checking Tire Pressure  
Connecting the Battery Cables  
WARNING! Do not overinflate tires. Check sidewall  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!  
of tires for maximum psi. Equal tire pressure should  
be maintained at all times.  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
The tires on your tractor may be over inflated for shipping  
purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor.  
Check sidewall of tires for maximum psi.  
CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always  
connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first,  
followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.  
Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels  
Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably  
pavement, and proceed as follows:  
To connect the battery cables, proceed as follows:  
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The  
negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).  
1.  
Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing  
the deck lift lever in the normally desired mowing height  
setting (any of the six different cutting height notches on  
the right fender).  
1.  
Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive (+)  
battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive  
battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-3.  
2.  
Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance  
with the surface below. The deck gauge wheels should  
have between ¼” and ½” clearance above the ground as  
follows:  
If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the  
surface, adjust as follows:  
a. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting.  
b. Remove the front and rear gauge wheels by  
removing the lock nuts and shoulder screws which  
secure them to the deck. See Fig. 3-4.  
Figure 3-3  
2.  
3.  
Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative (–)  
battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative  
battery terminal (–) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig. 3-3.  
Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery  
terminal to help protect it from corrosion.  
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown  
on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the  
Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating  
the tractor.  
Figure 3-4  
c. Place the deck lift lever in the desired mowing  
height setting.  
d. Reinsert the shoulder screw (with each gauge  
wheel) into the index hole that leaves approximately  
½-inch between the bottom of the wheel and the  
pavement.  
Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section of this  
manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck  
adjustments.  
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Adjusting the Seat  
Gas and Oil  
To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat  
adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the  
desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure  
seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See  
Fig. 3-5.  
The fuel tank is located under the hood. Remove the fuel cap by  
turning it counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (no more than  
30 days old), unleaded gasoline. Do not overfill the tank.  
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.  
NOTE: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine. However,  
you MUST check the oil level before operating.  
CAUTION: Always check the engine oil level before  
each use as instructed in the Kohler Owner’s Manual.  
Add oil as necessary. Failure to do so may result in  
serious damage to your engine.  
Figure 3-5  
WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make sure  
the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the  
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull  
back on seat until it clicks into place.  
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Controls and Features  
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Systems Indicator  
Monitor  
Throttle/Choke Control  
Ignition Switch  
Module  
Drive/Reverse  
Pedal  
Brake Pedal  
Parking Brake/  
Cruise Control Lever  
Deck Lift Lever  
PTO (Blade Engage)  
Handle  
Cup Holder  
Figure 4-1  
Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig. 4-1 and  
described on the following pages.  
Brake Pedal  
The brake pedal is located on the left  
front side of the tractor along the  
running board. The brake pedal can be  
used for sudden stops or setting the  
parking brake.  
WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and  
instructions in this manual, including the entire  
Operation section, before attempting to operate  
this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules  
and instructions may result in personal injury.  
NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully  
depressed to activate the safety  
interlock switch when starting the tractor.  
Throttle/Choke Control  
CHOKE  
The throttle/choke control is located on the left  
side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls  
the speed of the engine and, when pushed all the  
Seat Adjustment Lever  
FAST  
The seat adjustment lever is located below the front/left of the  
seat. The lever allows for adjustment of the fore to aft position of  
the operator’s seat. Refer to the Assembly and Set-Up section of  
this manual for more detailed instructions.  
way forward, closes the choke for cold starting.  
When set in a given position, the throttle will  
maintain a uniform engine speed.  
NOTE: When operating the tractor with the  
cutting deck engaged, be certain that the  
throttle/choke control is always in the FAST  
(rabbit) position.  
SLOW  
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Deck Lift Lever  
Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter LCD  
When the ignition key is  
rotated out of the STOP  
position but not into  
the START position, the  
systems indicator monitor  
displays the battery’s  
Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to  
change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to  
the left, then place in the notch best suited for your application.  
output, in volts, on its  
Ignition Switch Module  
LCD for approximately  
five seconds, after which  
it displays an hour glass  
and the hours of tractor  
operation. Once the tractor  
is started, the monitor  
continually displays an  
hour glass and the hours of tractor operation on its LCD.  
WARNING! Never  
leave a running  
machine unattended.  
Always disengage  
PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine  
and remove key to  
prevent unintended  
starting.  
NOTE: Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the  
ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position, regardless of  
whether the engine is started.  
To start the engine, insert the key  
into the ignition switch and turn  
clockwise to the START position.  
Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once  
the engine has fired.  
The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of  
maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. The LCD will  
alternately flash the recorded hours, “CHG” and “OILfor five  
minutes, after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse. The  
maintenance interval lasts for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102,  
150-152, etc.). The LCD will also flash as described above for five  
minutes every time the tractor’s engine has been started during  
this maintenance interval. Before the interval expires, change  
the engine oil as instructed in the Maintenance & Adjustments  
section of this Operator’s Manual.  
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the  
STOP position.  
CAUTION: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to  
both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The  
Engine in the Operation section of this manual for  
detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch  
Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE  
CAUTION MODE.  
PTO (Blade Engage)  
If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor’s  
engine, move PTO lever into the disengaged (OFF) position.  
Drive Pedal  
Oil  
The drive pedal is located on the right side  
of the tractor, along the running board. Press  
the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to  
travel forward. Ground speed is also controlled  
with the drive pedal. The further forward that  
the pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor  
will travel. The pedal will return to its original  
position when it’s not pressed.  
It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is  
cranking during start-up, but if it illuminates during operation,  
while the engine is running, stop the tractor immediately and  
check the engine oil level as instructed in this Owner’s Manual.  
Battery  
It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is  
cranking during start-up, but if it illuminates during operation,  
while the engine is running, the battery is in need of a charge  
or the engine’s charging system is not generating sufficient  
amperage. Charge the battery as instructed in the Service  
section of this manual or have the charging system checked by  
your an authorized service dealer.  
Reverse Pedal  
The reverse pedal is located on the right side of  
the tractor along the running board. Ground  
speed is also controlled with the reverse pedal.  
The further downward the pedal is pivoted,  
the faster the tractor will travel. The pedal will  
return to its original position when it’s not  
pressed.  
Brake  
If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the  
tractor’s engine, depress the brake pedal.  
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Fuel Level Indicator  
The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the  
tractor’s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas  
tank.  
Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever  
100%  
Located in the center of the tractor’s dash  
panel below the steering wheel, the Parking  
Brake/Cruise Control lever is used to engage  
the parking brake and the cruise control.  
Refer to the Operation section of this manual  
for detailed instructions regarding the  
parking brake.  
50%  
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the  
operator leaves the seat with the engine  
running or the engine will automatically shut  
off.  
0%  
NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be engaged  
at the tractor’s fastest ground speed. If the  
operator should attempt to do so, the tractor  
will automatically decelerate to the fastest  
optimal mowing ground speed.  
PTO/Blade Engage Handle  
Activating the PTO engages  
power to the cutting deck or other  
(separately available) attachments.  
Push forward on the  
PTO/Blade Engage handle to  
activate it. Pull the PTO/Blade  
Engage handle back to disengage  
the power to the cutting deck  
or other (separately available)  
attachments.  
WARNING! Never leave a running machine  
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage handle must be in the disengaged  
(OFF) position when starting the engine.  
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Operation  
5
Starting the Engine  
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for  
Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.  
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH  
1.  
Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.  
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.  
• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.  
2.  
Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF)  
position.  
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.  
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S)  
AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.  
3.  
Engage the tractor’s parking brake.  
4.  
Activate the choke control by moving the throttle/choke  
control all the way forward into the choke position.  
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND  
SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING.  
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S).  
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.  
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE  
PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).  
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE  
BLADE(S), ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF AND  
REMOVE KEY.  
5.  
Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.  
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the  
NORMAL MOWING position.  
CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in the START  
position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing  
so may cause damage to your engine’s electric  
starter.  
6.  
After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control.  
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL  
NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the  
tractor. Doing so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture and cause the  
engine to run poorly.  
Safety Interlock Switches  
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the  
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever  
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized  
service dealer.  
Stopping the Engine  
WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the  
engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).  
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.  
Repair the damage before restarting and operating.  
The safety interlock system prevents the engine from  
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged,  
and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged  
(OFF) position.  
1.  
If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage  
lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.  
2.  
3.  
Place the throttle control near the SLOW position.  
The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves  
the seat before engaging the parking brake.  
Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP  
position.  
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the  
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was  
designed for your safety and protection.  
4.  
Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent  
unintended starting.  
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Driving The Tractor  
Reverse Caution Mode  
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module  
allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO)  
engaged.  
WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed  
and sudden stops.  
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.  
1.  
Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.  
Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.  
WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating  
the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always  
look down and behind before and while backing. Do  
not operate the tractor when children or others are  
around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone  
enters the area.  
2.  
To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper portion of the  
drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See  
Fig. 5-1.  
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:  
NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.  
1.  
Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous  
page.  
2.  
Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position  
to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the  
key switch module. See Fig. 5-2.  
Reverse  
Push Button  
Indicator  
Light  
Reverse  
Caution Mode  
Position  
stop  
Position  
start  
Position  
Figure 5-1  
3.  
To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear  
then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal  
with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired  
speed is achieved. See Fig. 5-1.  
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the  
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.  
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before  
moving from forward to reverse or vice versa.  
Figure 5-2  
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor  
without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage lever in  
the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the  
parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also  
turn the engine off and remove the ignition key.  
3.  
Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular  
Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module.  
The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key  
switch module will be ON while activated. See Fig. 5-2.  
4.  
Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be  
driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.  
5.  
Always look down and behind before and while backing to  
make sure no children are around. After resuming forward  
motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.  
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:  
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING  
position or STOP position or  
b. The operator leaves the seat.  
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Cruise Control  
Driving On Slopes  
WARNING! Never engage the cruise control lever  
while traveling in reverse.  
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes  
where you may operate the tractor safely.  
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). The tractor could overturn and  
cause serious injury.  
To set the cruise control:  
1.  
Slowly press the upper portion of the drive pedal with your  
right foot until the desired speed is achieved.  
Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.  
2.  
Lightly press the parking brake/cruise control lever  
downward and hold it in that position.  
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on  
slopes.  
3.  
Remove your foot from the drive pedal.  
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden  
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall  
grass can hide obstacles.  
4.  
Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control  
lever.  
Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be  
made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly  
increases the chance of a roll over.  
After completing step 3, the drive pedal should remain in the  
down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward  
speed. If it doesn’t, the cruise control is not engaged. Repeat  
steps 1 through 4 to engage the cruise control.  
Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary  
to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and  
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor  
over backward.  
To disengage the cruise control, lightly press the drive pedal or  
the brake pedal.  
NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be set at the tractor’s fastest  
ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the  
tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal  
mowing ground speed.  
Engaging the Parking Brake/  
Setting the Cruise Control  
NOTE: The parking break and cruise control are controlled by  
the same lever. If using the brake when engaging the parking  
brake/cruise control lever, the parking brake will engage. If using  
the drive pedal when engaging the parking brake/cruise control  
lever, the cruise control will engage.  
To change the direction of travel from forward to reverse when  
cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage  
the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then  
slowly press the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot to travel  
in reverse.  
Using the Deck Lift Lever  
To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then  
place it in the notch best suited for your application.  
Parking Brake  
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the  
seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically  
shut off.  
Operating the Headlights  
To set the parking brake:  
The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of  
the STOP position. The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is  
moved to the STOP position.  
1.  
Press the brake pedal completely down with your left foot  
and hold it in that position.  
2.  
Push the parking brake/cruise control lever downward and  
hold it in that position.  
3.  
Remove your foot from the brake pedal.  
4.  
Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control  
lever.  
After completing step 3, the brake pedal should remain in the  
down position. If it doesn’t, the parking brake is not engaged.  
Repeat steps 1 through 4 to engage the parking brake.  
To disengage the parking brake, lightly press the brake pedal.  
WARNING! Never leave a running machine  
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
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Engaging the PTO  
Mowing  
Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other  
(separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO:  
WARNING! To help avoid blade contact or a  
thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers,  
children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine  
while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone  
enters the area.  
1.  
Move the Throttle/Choke control lever to the FAST (rabbit)  
position.  
2.  
Push the PTO/Blade Engage lever forward into the engaged  
(ON) position.  
The following information will be helpful when using the cutting  
deck with your tractor.  
NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the Throttle/Choke  
control lever in the FAST (rabbit) position for the most  
efficient use of the cutting deck or other (separately available)  
attachments.  
WARNING! Plan your mowing pattern to avoid  
discharge of materials 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.  
Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit  
or grass collector is installed.  
Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass is prone to weed  
growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.  
Always operate the tractor with the throttle lever in the  
FAST (rabbit) position while mowing.  
For best results, it is recommended that the first two laps  
be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center.  
After the first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the  
discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will  
give a better appearance to the lawn.  
Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds or  
extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns,  
NOT clear brush.  
Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn.  
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Maintenance & Adjustments  
6
Maintenance Schedule  
Before  
Every  
Every  
Every  
Every  
Prior  
Each use  
10 Hours  
25 Hours  
50 Hours  
100 Hours  
to Storing  
Clean Hood/Dash Louvers  
P
P
Check Engine Oil Level  
P
P
Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts  
Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner  
Replace Air Filter Element  
Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter  
Clean Battery Terminals  
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Lube Front Axles and Rims  
Clean Engine Cooling Fins  
Lube Front Deck Wheels  
P
P
P
P
Lube Deck Spindles  
Lube Pedal Pivot Points  
Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap  
Replace Fuel Filter  
P P  
P
Changing the Engine Oil  
Maintenance  
WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the  
engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will  
be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise  
caution to avoid burns.  
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or  
repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop  
engine and remove key to prevent unintended  
starting.  
NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at every oil change  
interval. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows:  
Engine  
Refer to the Kohler Owner’s Manual for all engine maintenance  
procedures and instructions.  
1.  
Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the  
crankcase to warm up. Warm oil will flow more freely and  
carry away more of the engine sediment which may have  
settled at the bottom of the crankcase. Use care to avoid  
burns from hot oil.  
NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission  
control devices and systems which are being done at owner’s  
expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment  
or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an  
authorized service dealer.  
2.  
Open the tractor’s hood and locate the oil drain port on the  
left side of the engine.  
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Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain  
valve to expose the drain port. See Fig 6-1.  
Battery  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot  
be checked and fluid cannot be added.  
Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and  
free of corrosive build-up.  
After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat  
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.  
CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning,  
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its  
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire.  
When reinstalling the battery, always connect the  
POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by  
the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires  
are connected to the correct terminals; reversing  
them could result in serious damage to your  
engine’s alternating system.  
Figure 6-1  
Cleaning the Tractor  
4.  
Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube.  
5.  
Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the  
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an  
appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.5 quart  
capacity to collect the used oil.  
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off  
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling  
fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other  
part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.  
6.  
The engine is equipped with a twist-and-pull drain port.  
Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn, then pull outward to begin  
draining oil. After the oil has finished draining, push the  
end of the oil drain valve back in and turn 1⁄4-turn to secure  
it back in place. Re-cap the end of the oil drain valve to  
keep debris from entering the drain port.  
Cleaning the Tractor  
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off  
promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling  
fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other  
part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.  
7.  
Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Kohler Owner’s  
Manual.  
Deck Wash System  
Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as  
part of its deck wash system.  
8.  
Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the Kohler Owner’s  
Manual for information regarding the volume and weight  
of engine oil.  
Use the deck wash system to rinse grass clippings from the  
deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.  
Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING:  
Air Cleaner  
Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as  
instructed in the Kohler Owner’s Manual.  
1.  
Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near  
enough for your garden hose to reach.  
CAUTION: Make certain the tractor’s discharge  
chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage,  
parked cars, etc.  
Spark Plug  
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a  
season. Refer to the Kohler Owner’s Manual for correct plug type  
and gap specifications.  
1.  
Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake  
and stop the engine.  
Hydrostatic Transmission  
The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is  
maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the  
fluid cannot be changed.  
2.  
Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor’s  
Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.  
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3.  
Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks  
surface. See Fig. 6-2.  
Lubrication  
WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or  
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
Front Wheels  
Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a  
grease fitting. See Fig. 6-3. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose  
grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor  
operation.  
Figure 6-2  
4.  
Turn the water on.  
5.  
While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, start  
the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit)  
position.  
6.  
Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position.  
7.  
Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck  
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the  
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.  
Figure 6-3  
8.  
Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the OFF  
position.  
Pivot Points & Linkage  
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake  
and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.  
9.  
Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the  
tractor’s engine off.  
10. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the  
Deck Wheels  
water port on your deck’s surface.  
Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is equipped with  
a grease fitting. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease  
applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor  
operation.  
11. Repeat step 4- step 11 on the opposite side of the cutting  
deck.  
After cleaning your deck with the deck wash system, return to  
the operator’s position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting  
deck running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the  
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry.  
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Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper  
adjustment and proceed, if necessary.  
Adjustments  
WARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the  
1.  
Loosen (thread outward) the hex lock nut on the end of the  
deck hanger rod. See Fig. 6-4.  
ignition key and engage the parking brake before  
making adjustments. Protect your hands by using  
heavy gloves when handling the blades.  
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing  
any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 27 for  
information regarding tire pressure.  
Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear)  
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that  
can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of  
the deck should be between 1⁄4-inch and 38-inch lower than the  
rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Park the tractor on a firm, level surface and place the deck  
lift lever in the middle position.  
Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is  
parallel with the tractor.  
Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the  
ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The  
first measurement taken should be between 1⁄4and 38less  
than the second measurement.  
Figure 6-4  
2.  
3.  
4.  
To raise the front of the deck, tighten (thread inward) the  
inner hex nut against the front hanger bracket.  
To lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the  
hex nut, away from the front hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-4.  
Retighten the lock nut against each hex nut when proper  
adjustment is achieved.  
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Leveling the Deck (Side to Side)  
Steering Adjustment  
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side  
adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:  
If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if  
the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the  
steering drag links may need to be adjusted.  
1.  
With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the  
deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate both blades Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths of each are threaded  
so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.  
into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right  
side:  
2.  
Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade  
tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the  
right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken  
should be equal. If not, proceed to the next step.  
1.  
Remove the hex nut below the ball joint. See Fig. 6-6.  
3.  
Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on the left deck  
hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-5.  
Ball Joint  
Hex Bolt  
Drag Link  
Hex Nut  
Adjustment  
Gear  
Figure 6-6  
2.  
3.  
Thread the ball joint inward to shorten the drag link.  
Thread the ball joint outward to lengthen the drag link.  
Replace the hex nut after proper adjustment is achieved.  
Figure 6-5  
NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links  
will cause the front tires to “toe-in” too far. Proper toe-in is  
between 1⁄16” and 516”.  
4.  
Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by  
turning the adjustment gear. See Fig. 6-5.  
The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements  
taken in step 2 are equal. Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck  
hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.  
4.  
Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:  
a. Place the steering wheel in position for straight  
ahead travel.  
Parking Brake Adjustment  
b. In front of the axle, measure the distance  
horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the  
inside of the right rim. Note the distance.  
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake  
pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels  
can roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic  
relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. See an  
authorized service dealer to have the brake properly adjusted.  
c. Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally  
from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the  
right rim. Note the distance.  
Adjusting the Seat  
Refer to the Set-Up and Assembly section of this manual for seat  
adjustment instructions.  
5.  
The measurement taken in front of the axle should be  
between 1⁄16” and 516” less than the measurement taken  
behind the axle.  
WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make sure  
the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the  
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull  
back on seat until it clicks into place.  
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Service  
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NOTE: If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be  
Cutting Deck Removal  
easily removed from the engine pulley, carefully insert a  
38drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) into the square hole  
found in the deck idler bracket and pivot it toward the  
tractor’s left side to relieve tension on the belt. See Fig. 7-2.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF)  
position and engage the parking brake.  
Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the  
bottom notch on the right fender.  
Locate the engine pulley under the front of your tractor.  
See Fig. 7-1.  
Deck Idler  
Bracket  
Figure 7-2  
WARNING! Avoid pinching injuries. Never place  
your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt  
and a pulley while removing the belt.  
Figure 7-1  
4.  
Remove the belt guard and belt as follows. Refer to Fig. 7-1:  
a. Remove the hex screws.  
5.  
Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor,  
locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the  
deck.  
b. Pull the belt keeper rod to the right and down to  
remove.  
c. Remove the deck belt from around the tractor’s  
engine pulley.  
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6.  
Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from  
the deck lift arm. See Fig. 7-3.  
10. Remove the cotter pin from the end of the stabilizer rod  
and slide the stabilizer out of the hanger bracket on the  
deck. See Fig. 7-5.  
Deck Lift  
Arm  
Deck Support  
Pin  
Figure 7-3  
Figure 7-5  
7.  
Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side.  
11. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from  
8.  
Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck  
lift arms up and out of the way.  
underneath the tractor.  
9.  
Carefully remove the deck engage cable from the rear of  
the cutting deck by removing the bow-tie cotter clip that  
secures it. Remove the spring from the deck idler bracket.  
See Fig. 7-4.  
Changing the Deck Belt  
WARNING! The V-belts found on your tractor are  
specially designed to engage and disengage safely.  
A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by  
not disengaging completely. For a proper working  
machine, use factory approved belts.  
All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be  
replaced if any signs of wear are present. To change or replace  
the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows:  
1.  
Remove the deck as instructed on page 24.  
2.  
Remove the belt covers by removing the hex washer  
screws that fasten them to the deck. See Fig. 7-6.  
Hex Washer Screws  
Spindle Pulley  
Belt Cover  
Belt Guard  
Figure 7-4  
Deck Idler Pulley  
Figure 7-6  
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3.  
It may also be necessary to loosen the hex nut on the left  
idler pulley to get the belt off the pulley and around the  
belt guard.  
10. Place the belt into the engine pulley. See Fig. 7-8.  
4.  
Carefully remove the deck belt from around the two  
spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys. See Fig. 7-6.  
5.  
To place the new belt, begin by routing the belt around the  
two outer spindle pulleys as shown in Fig. 7-7.  
PTO Belt  
Rotate  
Pulley  
Figure 7-8  
11. Replace the belt guard. See Fig. 7-1.  
Cutting Blades  
WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove  
ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for  
sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by  
using heavy gloves when grasping the blade  
Figure 7-7  
6.  
Then route the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as  
shown in Fig. 7-7.  
WARNING! Periodically inspect the blade and/or  
spindle for cracks or damage, especially after you’ve  
struck a foreign object. Do not operate the machine  
until damaged components are replaced.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Retighten the belt keeper rod loosened earlier.  
Remount the belt guards removed earlier.  
Reinstall the deck as follows:  
To remove the blades, proceed as follows:  
a. With the deck beneath the mower frame, attach the  
stabilizer rod. See Fig. 7-5.  
1.  
Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to  
Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section) then gently  
flip the deck over to expose its underside.  
b. Reconnect the deck lift arms. See Fig. 7-3.  
c. Reattach the deck engage cable. See Fig. 7-4.  
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2.  
Place a block of wood between the center deck housing  
baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.  
See Fig. 7-9.  
5.  
Test the blade’s balance using a blade balancer. Grind  
metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.  
NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the  
blade with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with  
a part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the  
mower is in the operating position.  
CAUTION: Use a torque wrench to tighten the  
blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 ft-lbs  
and 90 ft-lbs.  
Battery  
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known  
to the State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the  
NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its terminal first,  
followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When  
reinstalling the battery, always connect the POSITIVE  
(Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the  
NEGATIVE (Black) wire.  
Figure 7-9  
3.  
Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the  
spindle assembly. See Fig. 7-9.  
Jump Starting  
4.  
To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal  
amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the  
cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- 30°  
angle. Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to  
maintain proper blade balance. See Fig. 7-10.  
WARNING! Never jump start a damaged or frozen  
battery. Be certain the vehicles do not touch and  
ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch.  
CAUTION: If the cutting edge of the blade has  
previously been sharpened, or if any metal  
separation is present, replace the blades with new  
ones.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Connect the positive (+) cable to positive (+) post of your  
tractor’s discharged battery.  
Connect the other end of the cable to the positive (+) post  
of the jumper battery.  
WARNING! A poorly balanced blade will cause  
excessive vibration, may cause damage to the  
tractor and/or result in personal injury.  
Connect the negative () cable to the other post of the  
jumper battery.  
Make the final connection on the engine block of the  
tractor, away from the battery. Attach to an unpainted part  
to assure a good connection.  
CAUTION: If the jumper battery is installed on a  
vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle’s  
engine when jump starting your tractor.  
5.  
Start the tractor (as instructed in the Operation section of  
this manual).  
6.  
Set the tractor’s parking brake before removing the jumper  
cables, in reverse order of connection.  
Figure 7-10  
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Charging  
Tires  
WARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas  
while charging. Charge the battery in a well  
ventilated area and keep away from an open flame  
or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater,  
furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.  
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation  
pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire.  
Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s  
recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate.  
CAUTION: When charging your tractor’s battery,  
use only a charger designed for 12V lead-acid  
batteries. Read your battery charger’s Owner’s  
Manual prior to charging your tractor’s battery.  
Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow  
unevenly.  
Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings. Changing the Transmission Drive Belt  
If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period  
of time, charge the battery as follows:  
Several components must be removed and special tools used in  
order to change the tractor’s transmission drive belt. See your  
Troybilt dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced.  
1.  
Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes.  
2.  
If your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery  
until the charger indicates that charging is complete. If the  
charger is not automatic, charge for no fewer than eight  
hours.  
Fuse  
WARNING! Before servicing, repairing, or  
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking  
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent  
unintended starting.  
A fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring harness to protect the  
tractor’s electrical system from damage caused by excessive  
amperage.  
If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor’s engine  
will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not  
blown. It is located under the hood, mounted behind the top of  
the dash panel on the support bar.  
CAUTION: Always use a replacement fuse with the  
same amperage capacity as the blown fuse.  
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Troubleshooting  
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Problem  
Cause  
Remedy  
1. Place lever in disengaged (OFF) position.  
Engine fails to start  
1. PTO/Blade Engage lever engaged.  
2. Parking brake not engaged.  
2. Engage parking brake.  
3. Spark plug wire disconnected.  
3. Connect wire to spark plug.  
4. Throttle/Choke control lever not in correct  
4. Place Throttle/Choke lever to FAST position.  
starting position.  
5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.  
5. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days  
old) gas.  
6. Blocked fuel line.  
6. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter.  
7. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.  
7. Faulty spark plug.  
8. Engine flooded.  
8. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.  
Engine runs erratic  
1. Tractor running with Choke activated.  
1. Move the Throttle/Choke control lever out of  
the choke position.  
2. Spark plug wires loose.  
2. Connect and tighten spark plug wires.  
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.  
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
4. Vent in gas cap plugged.  
4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.  
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.  
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh  
gasoline.  
6. Dirty air cleaner.  
6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean  
foam precleaner.  
Engine overheats  
1. Engine oil level low.  
1. Fill crankcase with proper amount and  
weight of oil.  
2. Air flow restricted.  
2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around  
the engine’s cooling fins and blower housing.  
Engine hesitates at high  
1. Spark plug gap too close.  
1. Remove spark plug and reset the gap.  
RPM  
Engine Idles rough  
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide.  
1. Replace spark plug. Set plug gap.  
2. Dirty air cleaner.  
2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean  
pre-cleaner.  
Excessive vibration  
1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.  
1. Tighten blade and spindle.  
2. Damaged or bent cutting blade.  
2. Replace blade.  
Mower will not mulch grass  
1. Engine speed too low.  
1. Place Throttle/Choke control in FAST (rabbit)  
position.  
2. Wet grass.  
2. Do not mulch when grass is wet.  
3. Excessively high grass.  
3. Mow once at a high cutting height, then  
mow again at desired height or make a  
narrower cutting swath.  
4. Dull blade.  
4. Sharpen or replace blade.  
Uneven cut  
1. Deck not leveled properly.  
1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.  
2. Dull blade.  
2. Sharpen or replace blade.  
3. Uneven tire pressure.  
3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.  
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Replacement Parts  
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Component  
Part Number and Description  
759-3336  
Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC)  
KH-32-883-02-S1 Air Filter Element and Pre-cleaner  
KH-12-050-01-S Oil Filter  
KH-25-050-21-S Fuel Filter  
954-04219  
Drive Belt (Mowing Deck)  
942-04290  
2-in-1 Deck Blade  
Deck Spindle  
918-04865A  
Contact your Troybilt dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number  
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Component  
Part Number and Description  
734-04155  
Deck Wheel (Front)  
734-0973  
Deck Wheel (Rear)  
925-1707D  
Battery  
951-12182  
Fuel Tank Cap  
946-04364  
Throttle/Choke Control Cable  
925-1745A  
631-04288  
Ignition Key  
Discharge Chute Assembly  
Contact your Troybilt dealer to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number  
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Attachments & Accessories  
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The following attachments and accessories are compatible for the Troybilt TB2246. See your Troybilt dealer or the retailer from which  
you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability.  
CAUTION: Troybilt Series TB2246 lawn tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging  
attachments (e.g. tiller or moldboard plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor’s warranty.  
Model Number  
Description  
19A30005100  
OEM-190-032  
19A30003100  
OEM-190-215  
190-679-101  
OEM-190-833  
OEM-190-916  
190-012-100  
OEM-19A-218  
Mulch Plug, 46”  
Snow Thrower, 42”  
Twin Bagger, 46” Twin Blade  
Wheel Weights  
Bumper  
46” Snow Blade  
Tire Chains, 20” x 10”  
Armrest Kit  
Rear Bracket Weight Kit  
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FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT  
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS  
MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the  
California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006  
and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and  
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet  
the U.S. EPA small off-road, spark ignition engine regulations. MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the ECS on your outdoor equipment engine for the period of  
time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of outdoor equipment engine.  
Your ECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves, canisters,  
filters, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.  
Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your outdoor equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.  
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
This emission control system is warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your outdoor equipment engine is defective, the part will be repaired or  
replaced by MTD CONSUMER GROUP INC.  
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:  
As the outdoor equipment engine owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. MTD Consumer Group  
Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outdoor equipment engine, but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely  
for the lack of receipts.  
As the outdoor equipment engine owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your outdoor equipment  
engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.  
You are responsible for presenting your outdoor equipment engine to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem  
exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage,  
GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:  
MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the outdoor equipment engine is: Designed, built and equipped  
so as to conform with all applicable regulations; and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all  
material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc’s application for certification.  
The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two  
years.  
Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows:  
1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period  
stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection  
(4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period.  
2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above. Any such  
part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.  
3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the  
first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer  
Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the  
first scheduled replacement point for the part.  
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.  
5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject  
engines or equipment.  
6. The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related war-  
ranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.  
7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted  
part.  
8. Throughout the off-road engine and equipment warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to  
meet the expected demand for such parts.  
9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will  
not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.  
10. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the  
ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused  
by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.  
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WARRANTED PARTS:  
The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group  
Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment engine has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper mainte-  
nance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed,  
and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. Further, the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were  
present on the off-road engine and equipment purchased.  
The following emission warranty parts are covered (if applicable):  
(1) Fuel Metering System  
Cold start enrichment system (soft choke)  
Carburetor and internal parts (or fuel injection system)  
Fuel pump  
Fuel tank  
(2) Air Induction System  
Air cleaner  
Intake manifold  
(3) Ignition System  
Spark plug(s)  
Magneto ignition system  
(4) Exhaust System  
Catalytic converter  
SAI (Reed valve)  
(5) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System  
Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves and switches  
Connectors and assemblies  
(6) Evaporative Control  
Fuel hose  
Fuel hose clamps  
Tethered fuel cap  
Carbon canister  
Vapor lines  
GDOC-100223 Rev. A  
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with  
c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade  
sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,  
deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish  
due to use or exposure.  
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States  
and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited  
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/  
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “Troy-  
Bilt”).  
d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service  
dealer.  
“Troy-Bilt” warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts  
and Attachments as described below) against defects in material and  
workmanship 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, improper 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.  
e. Troy-Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or  
exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their  
respective 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.  
h. Troy-Bilt does not warrant this product for commercial use.  
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of  
merchantability or 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,  
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.  
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, tines, grass bags,  
wheels, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction  
wheels, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.  
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.  
Attachments Troy-Bilt warrants attachments for this product  
against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1)  
year, commencing on the date of the attachment’s original purchase  
or lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as:  
grass collectors and mulch kits.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied  
warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply  
to you.  
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:  
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.  
In the U.S.A.  
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131,  
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483,  
In Canada  
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.  
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, or call 1-800-  
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
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 manufac-  
turer’s warranty for terms and conditions.  
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to  
obtain warranty coverage.  
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one-  
year warranty.  
Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220  
MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238  
GDOC-100020 REV. A  
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