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Customer Support

Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of 

this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

Visit us on the web at www.troybilt.com

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Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220

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Write us at Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

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Thank you for purchasing a Troy-Bilt mower. It was carefully 

engineered to provide excellent performance when properly 

operated and maintained. 

Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.  

It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and 

maintain your machine.  Please be sure that you, and any other 

persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the 

recommended safety practices at all times.  Failure to do so could 

result in personal injury or property damage. 
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent 

product information available at the time of printing.  Review 

this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, 

its features and operation.  Please be aware that this Operator’s 

Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various 

models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated 

in this manual may not be applicable to all models. We reserve 

the right to change product specifications, designs and 

equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, 

phone a authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us directly.  

Troy-Bilt’s Customer Support telephone numbers, website 

address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want 

to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.
Throughout this manual, all references to 

right

 and 

left

 side of the 

machine  are observed from the operating position.

Thank You

Record Product Information

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please 

locate the model plate on the equipment and record the 

information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the 

model plate by standing at the operator’s position and looking 

down at the rear of the deck. This information will be necessary, 

should you seek technical support via our web site, Customer 

Support Department, or with a local authorized service dealer.

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Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 8

Controls ...................................................................12

Operation ................................................................13

Maintenance  & Adjustment..................................15

Service .....................................................................17

Troubleshooting .....................................................19

Warranty ..................................................Back Cover

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for 18A-212A766

Page 1: ...Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE I...

Page 2: ...ase be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable t...

Page 3: ...ters area Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during 9 operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to th...

Page 4: ...ea until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating Never operate mower without proper trail shield discharge 23 chute grass catcher if provided motor blade control handle or other safety protective...

Page 5: ...1 manufacturer OEM replacement parts listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Before cleaning r...

Page 6: ...NUAL S Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury keep hands and feet away Do not operate...

Page 7: ...a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely WARNING Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2...

Page 8: ...lever forward or back for desired cutting height 2 Release lever towards mower deck 3 Handle Assembly Raise the cutting height adjustment to the highest setting 1 See Fig 3 1 To assemble the lower han...

Page 9: ...See Fig 3 6 Secure the motor cord in the cord guide clamps 3 NOTE Cord retainer may already be installed Slide the cord retainer if packed separately onto the 2 right hand side of the upper handle wi...

Page 10: ...tacle To properly route your extension cord through the cord retainer Approximately 14 to 16 inches from its end crease your 1 extension cord to form a tight loop Push the loop through the bottom hole...

Page 11: ...s firmly against top of the grass catcher Side Discharge For side discharge you will need to have the rear mulching baffle installed below the rear discharge door On the right side of the mower lift t...

Page 12: ...ted on the upper handle of the mower The cord retainer secures your extension cord and safely limits its movement Overload Protection Switch The mower is equipped with an overload protection switch lo...

Page 13: ...15 ampere breaker NOTE To avoid tripping circuit breakers select an outlet on a circuit that is not overloaded Do NOT select an outlet that is on a circuit hosting appliances such as a refrigerator St...

Page 14: ...cord lies in the cut portion of the lawn out of the way Do not allow the extension cord to wrap around trees shrubs or other obstacles When picking up the extension cord wind the cord in a series of e...

Page 15: ...mower to water The underside of mower deck should be cleaned after each use as grass clippings leaves dirt and other debris will accumulate This accumulation of grass clippings etc is undesirable as...

Page 16: ...perate mower unless the trail shield is in place and working Never operate mower with damaged safety devices Failure to do so can result in personal injury The trail shield is subject to wear and dama...

Page 17: ...excessive vibration and may cause damage to the mower and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balan...

Page 18: ...an your unit Make certain the power supply is disconnected Coat mower s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials su...

Page 19: ...of cut and walk slowly Connect to an outlet that is fused for 15 2 amperes Reset the circuit breaker and start the mower again Mower cutting grass unevenly Lawn rough or uneven 1 Move the wheels to a...

Page 20: ...20 Model TB E15...

Page 21: ...lade 19 3 In 1 35 731 07598 Washer 36 736 04487 Washer 37 712 04237 Nut M10 x 1 25 38 731 07516 Support Cord 39 731 07520 Keeper Cord 40 725 05071 Resistor Ref Part Number Description 41 725 05119 Res...

Page 22: ...Notes 10 22...

Page 23: ...23 Section 10 Notes...

Page 24: ...nty Refer to applicable manufac turer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants fil...

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