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Customer Support

Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the 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 Lawn Mower manufactured by 
Troy-Bilt.  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 an 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
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related 
issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, 

warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s 
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your 

machine, for more information.

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 .................................................. 9
Controls & Features ................................................13
Operation ................................................................14
Maintenance  & Adjustment .................................16

Service .....................................................................18
Troubleshooting .................................................... 20
Replacement Parts .................................................21
Warranty ................................................................ 22
Spanish ................................................................... 23

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for TB330

Page 1: ...peration 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 IN...

Page 2: ...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 yo...

Page 3: ...and pets at least 75 feet from mower while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters area Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during 9 operation and while performing an adjustment or...

Page 4: ...ment while the engine is running Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by 26 the manufacturer Failure to do so can result in personal injury When starting engine pull cord slowly until...

Page 5: ...requent 3 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...

Page 6: ...al combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting ap...

Page 7: ...jury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately DANGER BYSTANDERS Do not mow when children or others are arou...

Page 8: ...s 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...

Page 9: ...well unless otherwise noted Assembly NOTE This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operating you...

Page 10: ...warning label will be on the outside Place bag over frame so that its black plastic side is a at the bottom Remove the T bolts from the handle brackets as shown in 2 Fig 3 3 Follow the steps below to...

Page 11: ...t to side discharge make sure grass catcher is off of the unit and rear discharge door is closed Low Wheel 1 2 3 Lower Higher On the side of the mower lift the side mulching plug See 1 Figure 3 9 Slid...

Page 12: ...engine owner s manual for additional engine information Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out 1 of the box Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the 2 separate engi...

Page 13: ...abel on the unit Recoil Starter The recoil starter is attached to the right upper handle Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit Blade Control The blade control is att...

Page 14: ...r 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 Once the engi...

Page 15: ...rass bag is full Stop engine completely by releasing the blade control Make 2 sure that the unit has come to a complete stop Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the 3 mower to remo...

Page 16: ...oth directions See Fig 6 1 The transmission is pre lubricated and sealed at the factory 2 and does not require lubrication Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication 3 schedule and instruct...

Page 17: ...may be equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Com...

Page 18: ...d all moving parts of your lawn mower before storage Blade Care WARNING When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag...

Page 19: ...r cleaner 5 Unit running with CHOKE if equipped 6 applied Connect and tighten spark plug boot 1 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh 2 gasoline Clear vent 3 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fue...

Page 20: ...3 Drive control out of adjustment 4 Check belt for proper pulley installation and 1 movement Stop engine disconnect spark plug boot 2 and clean out debris Inspect and replace belt 3 Adjust drive cont...

Page 21: ...ap Model 111P02 2693 F1 734 04564 Wheel Front 634 04681 Wheel Rear Low 634 04666 Wheel Rear High 731 07131 Discharge Chute 942 0741A Mulching Blade 964 04141 Grass Bag 954 04282 Belt Phone 800 828 550...

Page 22: ...anty 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 fi...

Page 23: ...n Funcionamiento Mantenimiento Servicio Soluci n de problemas Garant a ADVERTENCIA LEA Y SIGA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE ESTE MANUAL ANTES DE PONER EN FUNCIONAMIENTO ESTA M QUINA SI NO RESPETA ESTAS I...

Page 24: ...licables a todos los modelos Troy Bilt se reserva el derecho de modificar las especificaciones de los productos los dise os y el equipo est ndar sin previo aviso y sin generar responsabilidad por obli...

Page 25: ...iliarizado con estas reglas de seguridad para la operaci n deber n usar esta m quina Inspeccione minuciosamente el rea en donde utilizar 4 el equipo Saque todas las piedras palos cables huesos juguete...

Page 26: ...ue el motor se ha apagado Nunca coloque ninguna parte del cuerpo en el rea de la cuchilla hasta que est seguro que la cuchilla ha detenido su movimiento rotatorio Nunca opere la cortadora sin las guar...

Page 27: ...ientras el motor est caliente o en marcha Deje que el motor se enfr e por lo menos dos minutos antes de volver a cargar combustible Nunca recargue el tanque de combustible Llene el tanque 9 no m s de...

Page 28: ...buidor de servicio autorizado para cerciorarse de que todos los sistemas mec nicos y de seguridad funcionan correctamente y no tienen excesivo desgaste Si no lo hace pueden producirse accidentes lesio...

Page 29: ...ceptor de hierba est n en su lugar apropiado De ser da ado sustituya inmediatamente PELIGRO ESPECTADORES No siegue cuando los ni os o los otros est n alrededor PELIGRO CORTE DE PIE Guarde manos y pies...

Page 30: ...a podadora en movimiento podr a voltearse y causar lesiones severas Opere las podadoras MONTABLES arriba y abajo de las pendientes nunca cruzando el frente de las pendientes Opere las podadoras QUE SE...

Page 31: ...olina y aceite como se indica en las instrucciones que se incluyen en el manual de motor adjunto ANTES de poner en funcionamiento su podadora Manija Retire el colector de c sped y material de empaque...

Page 32: ...a de la etiqueta ser por fuera Coloque la bolsa sobre el marco con el lado negro de a pl stico en el fondo Deslice el canal de pl stico sobre los ganchos del b marco Vea la fig 3 7 Siga los siguientes...

Page 33: ...seis dientes de ajuste de altura Para acoplar el colector de c sped 2 Levante la puerta de descarga posterior a Lugar de colecci n de c sped en las ranuras en el b mango entre corchetes como se muest...

Page 34: ...manual del motor para la informaci n de motor A adir el petr leo proporcionado antes de la unidad inicial 1 por primera vez de la caja Atender el motor con la gasolina como instruido en el 2 manual de...

Page 35: ...Figura 4 1 motor corre El cambio del control de velocidad que se pone con el motor lejos puede da ar el cortac sped Palanca de Ajuste de la Altura de Corte La palanca de ajuste de altura de corte se...

Page 36: ...r y la cuchilla ADVERTENCIA Espere a que la cuchilla se haya detenido por completo antes de hacer cualquier trabajo en la podadora o de retirar el colector de c sped Uso de la Podadora de C sped Aseg...

Page 37: ...colector de c sped siguiendo las instrucciones 1 en la secci n de Montaje y Configuraci n Los recortes de c sped se recolectar n autom ticamente en la bolsa a medida que pase la podadora Opere la pod...

Page 38: ...smisi n estado prelubricada y sellada en la f brica y 2 no requiere lubricaci n Siga el manual adjunto del motor para conocer las 3 instrucciones y el programa de lubricaci n del mismo Cuidado de la c...

Page 39: ...inferior de la plataforma y quitar los recortes de c sped e impedir la acumulaci n de sustancias qu micas corrosivas Realice los siguientes pasos DESPU S DE CADA CORTE DE C SPED Empuje la podadora a u...

Page 40: ...icios peque os de la cuchilla Vuelva a colocar el perno hexagonal y aj stelo seg n Los 7 siguientes valores de torsi n 450 lb pulg como m nimo 600 lb pulg como m ximo Para asegurar la operaci n segura...

Page 41: ...para manejar como se muestra en la Fig 7 2 Figura 7 2 Cubra la cuchilla con grasa para chasis para impedir la oxidaci n Consulte el manual del motor para conocer las instrucciones para el almacenamien...

Page 42: ...a l nea del combustible est tapada o el 2 combustible es viejo La ventilaci n en la tapa del combustible 3 est obstruida Agua o suciedad en el sistema del 4 combustible El filtro de aire est sucio 5 L...

Page 43: ...e o cambie la cuchilla 3 Corte desigual La cuchilla de la cortadora no est afilada 1 Afile o cambie la cuchilla 1 La podadora no avanza por s misma Correa mal instalada 1 Hay desechos bloqueando el 2...

Page 44: ...a aplicable del fabricante b Las bombas v lvulas y cilindros del rompetroncos tienen una garant a separada de un a o c Los art culos necesarios para el mantenimiento de rutina como por ejemplo lubric...

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