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IMPORTANT: READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WHILE OPERATING THE UNIT.
Set the unit on a flat, level
surface. Unscrew the oil fill
plug. Pour the entire bottle of
oil into the oil fill hole. Reinstall
the oil fill plug.
NOTE: DO NOT
overfill. Never
add oil directly into the fuel
tank.
DO NOT
mix oil with
gasoline.
6
Unpacking the Unit
Assembling the Unit
1
Remove all contents from the
carton.
Align the hole in the wheel
bracket with the desired hole
in the wheel assembly. Insert
the clevis pin through the
aligned holes. Insert the cotter
pin into the clevis pin.
Insert the wheel assembly into
the wheel bracket. The "J"
shape of the wheel assembly
should point away from the
unit.
3
Loosen the two handlebar
knobs. Swing the handlebars
up into the operating position.
NOTE:
Do not pinch the
throttle cable or switch wires.
4
Handlebar Knobs
2
Tighten the two handlebar
knobs to secure the
handlebars. Readjust the
throttle cable and switch wires.
NOTE:
Do not over tighten the
handlebar knobs.
5
Starting the Unit
11
Stand in starting position.
WARNING:
Tines
WILL
ROTATE
on
START
. Always stand
in starting position with foot on
wheel when starting the unit.
10
DO NOT
squeeze the throttle
control.
Pull
starter rope in controlled
motion until unit starts.
Wait
60 seconds.
DO NOT
Squeeze the throttle
control.
7
Place the unit on a level surface.
Remove the fuel cap. Fill the fuel
tank. Replace the fuel cap. Move
the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m)
from the fuel container and the
fueling site before starting the
engine.
NOTE:
Use fresh unleaded
gasoline (less than 30 days old).
8
Press
primer bulb
10 times
,
or until fuel is visible
1
9
Primer Bulb
10 X
IF THE ENGINE IS HOT
Go back to Step 9
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Call 1-800-828-5500
NO ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
Starter Rope
Fuel Cap
Lower Handle
Handle Knobs
Throttle Control
On/ Off Switch
Upper Handle
Tine Shield
Choke Lever
Tines
Air Filter
Cover
Primer Bulb
Electric Starter or
Power Start Bit Optional!
THESE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ARE SOLD SEPARATELY!
This unit has an alternate starting method
that many find easier to use than pulling a
rope. Please contact a local retailer or call
1-800-828-5500
for more information.
Information may also be found at
www.troybilt.com
Then squeeze the throttle
control for an additional 30 to
60 seconds to let the engine
warm up further. The unit may
be used during this period.
12
Starting the Unit
DIDN’T START?
Repeat the starting instructions.
If the unit still fails to start,
refer to the operator’s manual
for additional starting and
troubleshooting information.
In cold weather (below 40°F),
refer to the operator's manual for
additional starting instructions.
Assembling the Unit
Wheel Bracket
Wheel
Assembly
Clevis Pin
Cotter Pin
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NEED HELP?
CALL 1-800-828-5500 IN U.S. OR 1-800–668–1238 IN CANADA
TB146 EC
4-Cycle
Electric Start Capable
Cultivator
Operator’s Manual