Troy Bilt Lawn Mower 466 User Guide

Operator’s Manual  
21” Self Propelled  
Mulching Mower  
Models 466 & 469  
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.  
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-cov-  
ered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable  
local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester 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 arrester 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.  
Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019  
FORM NO. 769-00955A.
(10/2004)  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES  
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.  
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: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation 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.  
7. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-  
General Operation  
fitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover  
1. Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety  
the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are  
before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,  
understand, and follow all instructions on the  
machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Be  
recommended. Never operate this machine in bare  
feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g. canvas)  
shoes.  
completely familiar with the controls and the proper  
8. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or  
use of this machine before operating it. Keep this  
under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade can  
manual in a safe place for future and regular  
reference and for ordering replacement parts.  
2. This machine is a precision piece of power  
amputate hands and feet.  
9. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause  
blade contact or thrown object injuries.  
10. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being  
equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise  
extreme caution at all times. Your unit has been  
pulled over the foot during a fall caused by slipping  
designed to perform one job: to mow grass. Do not  
or tripping. Do not hold on to the mower if you are  
use it for any other purpose.  
falling; release the handle immediately.  
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate  
11. Never pull the mower back toward you while you  
this machine. Children 14 years old and over  
should read and understand the operation  
are walking. If you must back the mower away from  
a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to  
instructions and safety rules in this manual and  
avoid tripping and then follow these steps:  
should be trained and supervised by a parent. Only  
a. Step back from the mower to fully extend  
responsible individuals who are familiar with these  
your arms.  
safe operation rules should use this machine.  
b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure  
4. Thoroughly inspect the area where equipment is to  
footing.  
be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,  
c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than  
toys and other foreign objects which could be  
half way toward you.  
tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade.  
d. Repeat these steps as needed.  
Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury.  
5. Do not operate the mower while under the influence  
Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of  
of alcohol or drugs.  
material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and  
6. Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on  
the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a  
wall or obstruction which may cause discharged  
units so equipped while starting engine.  
7. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never  
material to ricochet back toward the operator.  
attempt to bypass its operation. Doing so makes  
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object  
the safety device inoperative and may result in  
injury, stay in the operator zone behind the handles  
personal injury through contact with the rotating  
and keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at  
blade. The blade control handle must operate  
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in  
easily in both directions and automatically return to  
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
the disengaged position when released.  
6. Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes  
8. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be  
during equipment operation and while performing  
sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause  
an adjustment or repair. Thrown objects which  
serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing  
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.  
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your footing, release the blade control handle  
immediately and the blade will stop rotating within  
three seconds.  
2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as  
shown on the slope gauge.  
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could  
cause slipping.  
9. Mow in daylight or good artificial light; walk, not run.  
10. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives,  
walkways or roads.  
Children  
11. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,  
stop the engine and check immediately for the  
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.  
12. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes  
to a complete stop before removing the grass  
catcher or unclogging the chute. The cutting blade  
continues to rotate for a few seconds after the  
engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body  
in the blade area until you are sure the blade has  
stopped rotating.  
13. Never operate mower without proper trail shield,  
discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control  
handle or other safety protective devices in place  
and working. Never operate mower with damaged  
safety devices. Failure to do so can result in  
personal injury.  
14. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a  
burn. Do not touch.  
15. Only use parts and accessories made by the  
original equipment manufacturer (O.E.M). Failure  
to do so can result in personal injury.  
16. If situations occur which are not covered in this  
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your  
dealer for assistance. Call1-800-520-5520 for the  
name of your nearest dealer.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to  
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to  
the mower and the mowing activity. They do not  
understand the dangers. Never assume that children  
will remain where you last saw them.  
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under  
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than  
the operator.  
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the  
area.  
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind  
and down for small children.  
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners,  
doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may  
obscure your vision of a child who may run into the  
mower.  
5. Keep children away from hot or running engines.  
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler.  
6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate  
a power mower. Children 14 years old and over  
should read and understand the operation  
instructions and safety rules in this manual and  
should be trained and supervised by a parent.  
Service  
Safe Handling of Gasoline:  
Slope Operation  
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall  
accidents which can result in severe injury. Operation  
on slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a  
slope, do not mow it. Before operating this unit on a  
slope or hilly area, use the slope gauge on page 6 to  
measure slopes. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees,  
do not mow it.  
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.  
2. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.  
3. Use only an approved gasoline container.  
4. 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.  
5. If possible, 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.  
Do:  
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.  
Exercise caution when changing direction.  
2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or  
bumps which can cause you to slip or trip. Tall  
grass can hide obstacles.  
3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can  
cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are  
losing your balance, release the blade control  
handle immediately, and the blade will stop rotating  
within 3 seconds.  
6. 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.  
7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other  
sources of ignition.  
Do Not:  
1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or  
embankments, you could lose your footing or  
balance.  
8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable  
vapors will accumulate in the area.  
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9. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine  
is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two  
minutes before refueling.  
10. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½  
inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for  
fuel expansion.  
11. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.  
12. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and  
equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5  
minutes before starting the engine.  
13. 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.  
lead to improper performance and compromise  
safety!”  
4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the  
blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when  
servicing them.  
5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the  
equipment is in safe working condition.  
6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their  
proper operation regularly.  
7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,  
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against  
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the mower for any  
damage. Repair the damage before starting and  
operating the mower.  
14. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,  
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel  
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.  
15. Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before  
storing.  
8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height  
adjustment while the engine is running.  
9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and  
trail shield 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!”  
10. Do not change the engine governor setting or  
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the  
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.  
11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
General Service:  
1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly  
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon  
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.  
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make  
certain the blade and all moving parts have  
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and  
ground against the engine to prevent unintended  
starting.  
3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at  
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,  
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,  
cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original  
equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only,  
listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not  
meet the original equipment specifications may  
12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.  
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm  
the environment.  
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.  
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SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE  
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely.  
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SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER  
Raise the lower handle, as shown in Figure 1 , until  
it snaps into place.  
Raise the upper handle as shown in Figure 1 .  
Tighten the wing nuts which are already on the  
handle. See Figure 2 .  
Removing Unit From Carton  
Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut  
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open.  
Remove loose parts included with unit (i.e.,  
operator’s manual, oil, etc.).  
Cut corners and lay carton down flat. Remove  
packing material.  
Roll or slide unit out of carton. Check carton  
thoroughly for loose parts.  
Tighten these  
wing nuts  
NOTE: Make sure not to crimp cables while removing  
loose parts or the entire unit from the carton.  
Lower  
Upper  
Handle  
Tools Required  
Handle  
Pair of Pliers  
Funnel  
Figure 2  
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower  
and/or front or behind the mower is observed from the  
operating position.  
NOTE: Make sure to route the cables inside the lower  
handle. Also do not crimp the cables while lifting the  
handle up.  
For shipping purposes, the hairpin clip is placed in  
the outer hole of the weld pin on the lower handle.  
Remove the hairpin clip from the outer hole of the  
weld pin. See Figure 3.  
Using a pair of pliers, insert the hairpin clip into the  
inner hole on the weld pin. Repeat on other side.  
Hardware Pack  
Please identify each piece of the  
hardware pack as shown in  
Wing  
Carriage  
Bolt (2)  
figure here.  
Nut (2)  
Disconnecting Spark Plug  
Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the  
spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it  
against the engine.  
Carriage Bolt  
Assembling Handle  
Upper  
Hole  
Remove grass bag from the unit and set it out of the  
way.  
Handle  
Mounting  
Brkt.  
Remove any packing material which may be  
between the upper and lower handles for shipping  
purposes.  
Wing Nut  
Move Hairpin Clip  
Figure 3  
Insert the carriage bolt, included in the hardware  
pack, in the upper hole on the handle mounting  
bracket (carriage bolt must go to the inside of  
handle). Secure with one plastic wing nut, also  
included in the hardware pack. Repeat on the other  
side with remaining items from the hardware pack.  
Attach cables to the lower handle with the cable ties  
already on the lower handle. Insert pegs on cable  
ties into the holes on the lower handle. Pull cable  
ties tight and cut off the extra.  
Figure 1  
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Attaching Starter Rope  
WARNING: When using the mower to bag  
grass clippings, make sure the hooks on the  
grass catcher are firmly seated on the chute  
pivot rod, and the rear discharge door rests  
firmly against the top of the grass catcher.  
The rope guide is already attached to the right side of  
the lower handle of your mower. See Figure 4 .  
With spark plug wire disconnected and grounded,  
hold the blade control handle against the upper  
handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine.  
Slip the rope through the rope guide as shown  
below. Tighten the wing nut holding the rope guide  
to the lower handle.  
Attaching Grasscatcher  
Lift the rear discharge door and place the grass  
catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door  
so that it rests on the grass catcher. See Figure 6.  
Lower Handle  
Rear Discharge  
Door  
Starter  
Rope  
Wing Nut  
Rope Guide  
Figure 4  
Assembling Grass Catcher  
NOTE: If the grass catcher came pre-assembled,  
proceed to the next section. If not, follow the steps  
below to assemble it before attaching to the mower.  
Grass  
Catcher  
Insert frame into grass bag with the black plastic  
side on the bottom of bag. See Figure 5.  
Figure 6  
Converting To Mulcher  
Grass Catcher  
Insert frame  
Frame  
Lift the rear discharge door on the mower and lift  
the grass catcher up. Release the discharge door  
to allow it to close the rear opening of the mower.  
into bag  
Converting To Side Discharge  
Make sure the grass catcher is off the unit and the  
rear discharge door is closed. Refer to Figure 7.  
On the side of the mower, lift the mulching plug.  
Slide the two hooks of the side-discharge chute  
under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly.  
Lower the side mulching plug.  
Grass  
Bag  
Grass Catcher  
Plastic  
Channel  
Assembly  
Complete  
Do not remove the side mulching plug at any time,  
even when you are not mulching.  
Mulching Plug  
Hinge Pin  
Figure 5  
Deflector  
Slip the openings in the side of the plastic channel  
on bag over the hooks on the grass catcher frame.  
Secure bag to the frame by working the six plastic  
channels on bag over frame. All of the plastic  
channels except the center top of the bag attach  
from the outside of bag. The center top of the bag  
attaches from inside the bag. See Figure 5.  
Hooks  
(Slide hooks under the two  
sides of hinge pin)  
Figure 7  
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SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER  
Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before  
operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations  
in Figure 8 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself  
with the location of various controls and adjustments.  
Save this manual for future reference.  
Starter Rope  
The starter rope is attached to the handle. Stand behind  
the unit and pull the starter rope to start the unit.  
Blade Control Handle  
The blade control handle is located on the upper handle  
of the mower. The blade control handle must be  
depressed in order to operate the unit. Release the  
blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade.  
WARNING: The operation of any lawn  
mower can result in foreign objects being  
thrown into the operator’s eyes thus causing  
severe eye damage. Always wear safety  
glasses while operating the mower, or while  
performing any adjustments or repairs on it.  
WARNING: The blade control handle is a  
safety device. Never attempt to bypass its  
operations or alter it in any way.  
Blade Control Handle  
Lower Bail Handle  
The lower bail handle is located on the upper handle  
and is used to engage the drive. Squeeze the lower bail  
handle against the upper handle to engage the drive;  
release it to slow down or stop the mower from  
propelling.  
Lower Bail Handle  
Grasscatcher Bag  
The grass bag is used for collecting grass clippings.  
Attach it to the mower for this purpose, but remove it  
when the intention is to mulch the grass.  
Mulching Plug  
The mulching plug is used only for mulching purposes.  
Instead of collecting the grass clippings in a grass  
catcher, your mower has the option of recirculating the  
clippings back to the lawn. Make sure that the rear  
discharge door is closed and the grass catcher is  
removed from the unit while mulching.  
Cutting Height  
Adjustment Levers  
Starter  
Rope  
Grasscatcher  
Bag  
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever  
These levers are located on each wheel and they are  
used to adjust the cutting height. All four levers have to  
be at the same relative position to ensure uniform cut.  
Mulching  
Plug  
Side-Discharge  
Chute  
NOTE: For engine controls, please refer to  
the engine manual.  
Figure 8  
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SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER  
NOTE: See your engine manual packed with your unit  
for more detailed instructions.  
WARNING: Read and understand all  
instructions and warnings on the machine and  
in this manual before operating.  
To Stop Engine  
Release the blade control handle to stop the engine  
and blade.  
Gas & Oil Fill-Up  
Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow  
relevant instructions in the engine manual for this.  
Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in  
the engine manual.  
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against  
the engine to prevent accidental starting while  
equipment is unattended.  
Using Your Lawn Mower  
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.  
You can use your mower as a mulcher or a rear  
bagger or for side discharge of grass.  
Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire,  
or other objects which could damage lawn mower  
or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown  
by the mower in any direction and cause serious  
personal injury to the operator and others.  
Before Starting Mower  
For best results, do not cut wet grass because it  
tends to stick to the underside of the mower.  
For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less  
of the total length of the grass. Lawn should be  
trimmed in fall as long as there is growth.  
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain  
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire  
(inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over  
the metal tip on the spark plug.  
WARNING: If the mower strikes a foreign  
object, stop the engine. Remove spark plug  
wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect  
for any damage. Repair the damage promptly  
before restarting and operating the mower.  
Throttle Speed  
Your lawn mower engine is equipped with a constant  
speed throttle, which is set at full throttle for best  
performance.  
Starting Engine  
Adjusting Cutting Height  
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the  
operator is standing near the lawn mower while  
starting engine or operating mower.  
Refer to height adjustments section of this manual on  
page 14 for instruction on how to adjust the cutting  
height and the handle height.  
For best results in mowing, keep the cutting height  
position high until you can determine a suitable height.  
WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in  
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine  
exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an  
odorless and deadly gas.  
Bagging Grass Clippings  
You can use the grass catcher bag to collect clippings  
while you are operating the mower.  
WARNING: Keep hands, feet, hair and  
loose clothing away from any moving parts on  
engine and lawn mower.  
Attach grass catcher following instructions on page  
8. Grass clippings will automatically collect in the  
bag as you run the mower. Operate the mower till  
the grass bag is full.  
Push primer three times. Wait about two seconds  
between each push. In cold weather around 55o F  
or below, prime five times. Do not prime to restart a  
warm engine after a short shutdown.  
Once the bag is full, stop the engine and the mower  
completely. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag  
up and away from the mower to dispose of the  
grass clippings.  
Standing behind the mower, depress the blade  
control handle and hold it against the upper handle.  
Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until  
engine reaches the start of compression cycle  
(rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Keeping  
a firm grip on the starter handle, let the rope rewind  
slowly.  
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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER  
Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if  
necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters  
can create a fire hazard.  
WARNING: Always stop the engine and  
disconnect the spark plug wire before  
performing any maintenance work or  
adjustments on your lawn mower.  
WARNING: Avoid muffler and surrounding  
areas while the mower engine is hot because  
temperature of these areas of the engine may  
exceed 150o F.  
Cleaning Mower  
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned  
after each use to prevent any build-up of grass  
clippings, leaves, dirt, or other debris. If this debris is  
allowed to accumulate, it will result in rust and  
corrosion.  
Lubrication  
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure  
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. These may  
cause damage to pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The  
use of water will result in shortened life and reduce  
serviceability.  
Disconnect spark plug wire.  
Drain the gasoline from the lawn mower, or place a  
piece of plastic under the gas cap.  
Lube  
Tip the mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep  
the side with the air cleaner facing up. Hold the  
mower firmly.  
Lube  
Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a  
suitable tool. Do not spray with water.  
Put the mower back on its wheels on the ground. If  
you had put plastic under the gas cap, make sure to  
remove it now.  
WARNING: Never tip the mower more than  
90 degrees in any directions and do not leave  
the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can  
drain into the upper part of the engine causing  
a starting problem.  
Lube  
Figure 9: Lubrication Chart  
Wheels  
Engine Care  
Lubricate the wheels and bearings, if so equipped,  
at least once a season with light oil or engine oil.  
Also, if the wheels are removed for any reason,  
lubricate the surface of the pivot arm axle and the  
inner surface of the wheel with light oil.  
A list of key maintenance jobs required for good  
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the  
accompanying engine manual for detailed list and  
instructions.  
Change engine oil regularly, as instructed in the  
engine manual. Check oil level before starting  
engine every time.  
Service air cleaner regularly. You may have to  
service this more frequently if you are operating the  
mower under extremely dusty conditions.  
Clean the engine periodically. Remove dirt and  
debris with a cloth or brush.  
Mulch Plug & Rear Discharge Door  
Lubricate the torsion spring and the pivot point on  
each end of the rear discharge door using a light oil.  
Transmission  
The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at  
the factory and does not require lubrication on a  
regular basis as part of maintenance.  
Blade Control  
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to.030” at  
least once a season. Refer to the engine manual for  
correct spark plug type.  
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control  
handle and the brake cable at least once a season  
with a light oil. It needs to move in both directions.  
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Engine  
To Replace Blade:  
Follow the engine manual instructions and  
recommended schedule for lubricating engine  
components.  
Before reinstalling the blade-pulley assembly to the  
unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner  
surface of the blade adapter with light oil.  
Also lubricate the bolt hole and the hex bolt.  
Insert the hex bolt, earlier removed, through the  
center holes on the blade bell support and the  
blade adapter-pulley assembly respectively.  
Install the blade assembly on the crankshaft.  
Tighten the hex bolt to the recommended torque.  
Blade Care  
Periodically inspect the blade adapter and pulley  
for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.  
Replace when necessary.  
Blade Mounting Torque:  
WARNING: When removing the cutting  
blade for sharpening or replacement, protect  
hands by using heavy gloves or a thick rag to  
grasp the cutting blade.  
Center bolt: 450 in.lbs. minimum, 600  
in.lbs. maximum.  
IMPORTANT: The bolt used to secure the blade to the  
engine is specially heat-treated. Do not substitute. To  
order replacement bolt, refer to the parts list in the back  
of this manual.  
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.  
Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter  
and the carburetor are up.  
To Remove Blade:  
WARNING: To ensure safe operation of  
your unit, all nuts and bolts must be checked  
periodically for correct tightness.  
Remove the hex bolt which holds the blade  
adapter-pulley assembly to the engine crankshaft.  
See Figure 10 . Remove the pulley assembly and  
the bell support from the crankshaft.  
To Sharpen Blade:  
Remove blade from the blade adapter and pulley.  
The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a  
grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen the  
blade while it is still on the mower.  
Follow the original angle of grind as a guide. Make  
sure that each cutting edge receives an equal  
amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade.  
Adapter-Pulley  
Assembly  
Blade  
NOTE: An unbalanced blade will cause excessive  
vibration when rotating at high speeds, may cause  
damage to the mower and could break, causing  
personal injury. Test the blade by balancing it on a  
round shaft screwdriver or a blade balancer.  
Blade Bell  
Support  
Hex Bolt  
If the blade is not balanced, remove metal from the  
heavy side until it balances evenly.  
Figure 10  
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SECTION 7: SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS  
Tighten the screw, loosened earlier, to secure the  
belt tension spring to the transmission, and  
reassemble the front drive cover.  
Replacing Drive Belt  
Remove two shoulder screws securing the front  
drive cover to the mower deck. See Figure 11.  
Right Front  
Left Front  
Wheel  
Wheel  
Loosen this screw  
Belt  
Engine Pulley  
Figure 12  
Shoulder  
Screw  
Replacing Rear Flap  
To remove rear flap, cut off the flat end of the wire  
rod which secures it to the deck. See Figure 13 .  
Attach the new flap and new rod to deck, bending  
the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck.  
Shoulder  
Screw  
Front Drive  
Cover  
Rear Discharge  
Door  
Transmission  
Figure 11  
Handle  
Bracket  
Press inward on the sides of the front drive cover  
and release the tabs that secure the front drive  
cover to the height adjuster brackets. Remove drive  
cover from the mower.  
Handle  
Bracket  
Using a torx wrench, loosen the screw holding the  
belt tension spring to the transmission. See Figure  
11. Do not remove the screw completely. As you  
loosen the screw, tension on the belt will release.  
Push the transmission up a little and slide the belt  
off the transmission pulley.  
Rear  
Flap  
Figure 13  
Lift the mower to access the belt from the underside  
of the mower.  
Adjusting Handle Height  
Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher  
height position.  
WARNING: Use a thick piece of rag to  
handle the blade while sliding the belt in the  
next step. Make sure the engine does not start  
at all while doing this job.  
Remove the starter rope from the rope guide.  
Remove the upper handle by removing the hand  
knobs and carriage bolts. Lay the upper handle out  
of the way, being careful not to bend or kink cables.  
Remove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the  
handle brackets. Refer to Figure 3 .  
Remove the carriage bolts and wing nuts from the  
handle brackets. Press out on the legs of the lower  
handle. Remove lower handle from the mower.  
Turn the lower handle around so the notch on the  
bottom of the lower handle is facing forward as  
shown in Figure 14 . Reassemble, placing the  
bottom holes in the handle over the weld pins in the  
handle mounting bracket.  
Slide the belt off the engine pulley and around the  
blade. See Figure 12 .  
Replace with the new belt, working around the  
blade. Make sure the belt is firmly seated on the  
engine pulley while pulling from the other side and  
sliding it around the transmission pulley.  
Put the mower down with all four wheels firmly  
placed on one level.  
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For rough or uneven lawns, move the height  
adjustment handles to higher cutting height  
position.  
Height Adjustment  
Lever  
Notch  
Lower  
Handle  
Figure 14  
Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle.  
Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes of the weld  
pins and replace the carriage bolts and wing nuts  
on the handle brackets. Attach the starter rope as  
instructed in the Assembly section.  
Figure 15  
Adjusting Carburetor  
If the engine is running rough, minor adjustments to the  
carburetor may be required to compensate for  
differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load.  
Adjusting Cutting Height  
IMPORTANT: All wheels must be placed in the same  
relative position. For rough or uneven lawns, move the  
height adjustment lever to a higher position. This will  
help stop scalping of the grass.  
NOTE: Dirty air cleaner may cause an engine to run  
rough.Before adjusting carburetor, check air cleaner.  
To adjust the carburetor, please follow the  
recommendations and instructions on carburetor  
adjustment in the engine manual.  
An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel  
provides cutting height adjustment. Each adjusting  
plate has nine height positions. Height of cut will be  
changed when you move the thumb lever from one  
position to another.  
WARNING: If any adjustments are made to  
the engine (e.g. carburetor) while the engine is  
running, keep clear of all moving parts. Be  
careful of heated surfaces like the muffler.  
Simply depress the lever towards the wheel and  
move the lever assembly to desired position. See  
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE  
Prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the  
season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or  
more. Store the mower in a clean, dry area.  
Engine  
Follow recommendations in the engine manual for  
off-season storage of the engine.  
Change oil if it has not been changed in the last  
three months. For instructions on how to change oil,  
refer to the engine manual.  
Mower  
Clean underside of the mower following  
instructions in the Maintain Your Lawn Mower  
section of this manual.  
Clean engine and remove any grass clippings.  
Lubricate mower as instructed on page 11.  
You can fold your mower’s handle for convenient  
storage: Remove the starter rope from the rope  
guide; loosen the two hand knobs on the sides of  
the handle, and let the upper handle fold down to  
the rear. Move the hairpin clips to the outer hole in  
the weld pins on the handle mounting brackets.  
Spread the sides of the lower handle, and push it  
forward and down.  
Other  
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.  
Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust  
and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause problems.  
Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to  
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.  
NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage  
shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating  
with a light oil or silicone.  
Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required.  
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SECTION 9: TROUBLE-SHOOTING  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Corrective Action  
Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged 1. Engage blade control handle.  
2. Spark plug wire disconnected  
3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel  
4. Blocked fuel line  
2. Connect wire to spark plug.  
3. Fill up tank with fresh gasoline.  
4. Clean fuel line.  
5. Faulty spark plug  
6. Engine flooded  
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.  
6. Wait a few minutes to restart, Do not prime.  
Engine runs erratic 1. Spark plug wire loose  
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel  
3. Vent in gas cap plugged  
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
2. Clean fuel line, fill tank with fresh gasoline.  
3. Clear vent.  
4. Water or dirt in fuel system  
5. Dirty air cleaner  
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.  
5. Clean air cleaner. Refer to engine manual.  
Engine overheats  
1. Engine oil level low  
2. Air flow restricted  
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.  
2. Clean lawn mower engine.  
Occasional skip  
(hesitates) at high  
speed  
1. Spark plug gap too close  
1. Adjust gap to.030 inches.  
Idles poorly  
1. Spark plug faulty, or gap too wide 1. Reset gap to.030 inches or replace spark plug.  
2. Dirty air cleaner  
2. Clean air cleaner.  
Excessive vibration 1. Blade loose or unbalanced  
2. Bent cutting blade  
1. Tighten blade and adapter, balance blade.  
2. Replace blade.  
3. Bent engine crankshaft  
3. Contact the nearest service center  
Mower will not  
mulch grass  
1. Wet grass  
2. Excessively high grass  
1. Wait until grass is dry to cut.  
2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow  
again at desired height.  
3. Dull blade  
3. Sharpen or replace blade.  
Uneven cut  
1. Wheels not at same height  
2. Dull blade  
1. Reposition all wheels at same height.  
2. Sharpen or replace blade.  
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your local authorized service dealer.  
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SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 466 & 469  
6
7
46  
16  
1
21  
8
22  
13  
15  
18  
14  
47  
17  
58  
59  
60  
41  
65  
39  
64  
62  
27  
74  
49  
71  
25  
72  
73  
66  
68  
19  
69  
20  
4
11  
5
48  
70  
54  
52  
75  
40  
23  
3
2
43  
28  
67  
12  
32  
50  
24  
33  
53  
55  
30  
34  
26  
56  
28  
29  
28  
37  
9
31  
35  
57  
51  
61  
10  
63  
45  
44  
36  
38  
42  
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IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use  
Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially  
designed to engage and disengage safely. A  
substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by  
not disengaging completely.  
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Models 466 & 469  
Ref. No  
Part No.  
747-1214  
710-0599  
736-0270  
17032A  
Description  
Lower Bail Handle  
Ref. No  
Part No.  
Description  
716-0865  
717-1762  
717-1761  
747-04080  
736-0451  
710-1652  
687-02068  
687-02069  
715-0221  
736-0474  
687-02071  
687-02070  
732-04175  
720-0426  
738-04136  
782-0512B  
782-0511A  
732-0706  
732-0707  
732-0700  
731-04998  
747-04035  
716-0102  
Snap Ring  
1.  
44.  
45.  
TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5  
Bell Washer.265 x 0.75  
Deflector Chute Adapter  
Torsion Spring  
Gear 14T RH FWD  
Gear 14T LH FWD *  
Grass Bag Frame  
Saddle Washer  
2.  
3.  
4.  
46.  
47.  
48.  
49.  
732-1014  
731-04204  
747-1161A  
749-1092A  
731-04177  
687-02055  
747-0710  
732-0708  
720-0279  
720-0284  
710-1205  
746-1132  
710-1174  
726-0240  
714-0104  
710-1008  
5.  
6.  
7.  
TT Scr. w/Washer 1/4-20 x.625  
RH Handle Bracket Assembly  
LH Handle Bracket Assembly  
Dowel Pin  
Deluxe Bail Cover  
Blade Control Handle  
Upper Handle  
8.  
9.  
50.  
51.  
52.  
Chute Deflector  
Mulch Plug Complete  
Hinge Pin  
Washer  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
24.  
25.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
31.  
32.  
33.  
34.  
35.  
36.  
37.  
38.  
39.  
40.  
41.  
42.  
43.  
Pivot Arm Assembly - RH  
Pivot Arm Assembly - LH*  
Rear Spring Lever  
Spring Lever Knob  
Shoulder Scr.500 Dia. x.434  
Height Adjuster Plate - RH  
Height Adjuster Plate - LH*  
Front Lever - RH  
Bearing Retainer  
Handle Knob  
53.  
54.  
55.  
56.  
Wing Knob  
Eye Bolt  
Control Cable - 40.75”  
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0  
Cable Tie  
57.  
Front Lever - LH*  
Cotter Pin  
Wire  
58.  
59.  
60.  
61.  
62.  
63.  
64.  
65.  
66.  
67.  
68.  
69.  
70.  
Sems Hex Screw  
Rear Trailing Shield  
Pivot Rod  
746-04112A Drive Cable  
664-04011  
710-1650  
682-0015  
787-01222  
710-0216  
Grassbag Assembly  
Snap Ring  
Shoulder Screw # 12 -24  
Bearing Assembly  
21” Deck  
731-04134A Rear Discharge Door  
782-7551A  
750-04162  
710-0703  
712-0397  
618-0657  
732-1043  
656-0047  
682-0511A  
682-0512A  
710-0286  
710-04371  
712-04064  
731-04150  
736-0504  
710-1256  
Wheel Dust Cap  
Spacer.375 x.50 x 1.02” Lg.  
Carriage Bolt 1/4-20  
Wing Nut  
Hex Screw 3/8-16 x.75  
732-04090A Torsion Spring RH  
712-0431  
731-05020  
782-5002B  
754-0637A  
736-0447  
750-04178  
Flange Lock Nut 3/8-16  
Transmission Cover (Black)  
Front Baffle  
Transmission Assembly  
Belt Tension Spring  
Pulley Assembly  
V-Belt  
Height Adjustment Assembly LH  
Height Adjustment Assembly RH  
Machined Screw  
Wave Washer  
Sleeve Spacer 9.04” Lg.  
71.  
72.  
73.  
748-04015A Blade Adapter w/ Pulley  
HL Screw  
742-0741  
736-0524B  
687-02044  
710-1257  
749-0928A  
750-1166  
21” Mulching Blade  
Blade Bell Support  
Pivot Plate Assembly  
Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 2.50  
Lower Handle  
Flange Nut  
Rear Baffle  
74.  
75.  
76.*  
77.*  
Wave Washer  
HL Scr #8-18:1.250:P  
751B699869 Engine Shrd B&S Quantum  
Slev. Spacer 2.1” Lg.  
732-04089A Torsion Spring LH  
734-04018A Wheel 8 x 2.125 Gear GW  
734-04014  
Wheel 8 x 2.125 Gray IDL  
* Not shown in illustration  
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC  
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the  
United States, its possessions and territories.  
e.  
Troy-Bilt does not extend any warranty for products  
sold or exported outside of the United States, its  
possessions and territories, except those sold through  
Troy-Bilt’s authorized channels of export distribution.  
Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy-Bilt parts.  
Transportation charges and service calls.  
“Troy-Bilt” warrants this product 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.  
f.  
g.  
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of  
merchantability 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,  
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.  
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.  
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 not  
limited to items such as: batteries, belts, blades, blade  
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower  
skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.  
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, check your  
Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131,  
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483 or 1-  
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.  
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 manufacturer’s warranty for terms and  
conditions.  
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.  
b.  
c.  
Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a  
separate one year warranty.  
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.  
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.  
IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of  
Purchase to obtain warranty coverage.  
d.  
Service completed by someone other than an  
authorized service dealer.  
Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220  
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