background image

8

OIL AND FUEL

USING THE RIGHT OIL 

Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil. 

DO NOT use dirty oil. Failure 

to use clean oil of the correct type can cause premature engine 

wear and failure.

Fig. 6

Oil Fill Plug

Oil Fill Hole

O-Ring

ADDING OIL: INITIAL USE 

NOTE: This unit was shipped without oil in the crankcase. Oil must 

be added before starting the unit. 

NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel tank. This unit has a four-cycle 

engine. 

DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. 

1.

Set the unit on a flat, level surface. 

2. Unscrew the oil fill plug (Fig. 6). 
3. Pour 3.04 fluid oz. (90 ml) of oil into the oil fill hole (Fig. 6). 
NOTE: This unit comes with a 3.04 fluid oz. (90 ml) container of oil. 
NOTE: DO NOT overfill. Refer to Checking the Oil Level
4. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled. 
5. Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug (Fig. 6). 
6. Reinstall the oil fill plug.

WARNING:

 OVERFILLING THE CRANKCASE MAY 

CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

USING THE RIGHT FUEL 

The use of old fuel is the most common cause of performance 

problems. Use only fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. 
NOTE: This unit has a four-cycle engine. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. 

Definition of Blended Fuels 
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as 

ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether). Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs 

water. As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil 

separate, forming acids when stored. ALWAYS use fresh fuel (less 

than 30 days old). 
NOTE: Dispose of old fuel according to federal, state and local 

regulations. 

Using Blended Fuels 
If using a blended fuel: 
• Always use fresh unleaded gasoline 
• Use the fuel additive STA-BIL

®

 or an equivalent 

Using Fuel Additives 
Use a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer or an equivalent, 

to inhibit corrosion and minimize gum deposits. Add 0.8 oz. (23 ml) 

of fuel additive per gallon of fuel, according to the instructions on 

the container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's fuel tank.

CAUTION:

 

DO NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT.  

It has been proven that fuel containing greater than 10% 

ethanol will likely damage this engine and void the warranty.

Summary of Contents for TBE304

Page 1: ...769 23570 00 09 19 IMPORTANT Read this manual thoroughly before using this product Follow all instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TBE304 4 Cycle Lawn Edger Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...ve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention meas...

Page 3: ...ves and a long sleeve shirt Do not wear loose clothing jewelry short pants sandals or go barefoot Secure hair above shoulder level Wear protective footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfac...

Page 4: ...nce instructions in this manual Do not perform maintenance procedures other than those described in this manual All service other than the maintenance procedures described in this manual should be per...

Page 5: ...s unit WEAR HAND PROTECTION Always wear heavy duty non slip gloves when handling this unit UNLEADED FUEL Always use clean fresh unleaded fuel OIL Refer to operator s manual for the proper type of oil...

Page 6: ...isplacement 30 cc 1 83 cu in Spark Plug Gap 0 025 inch 0 635 mm Spark Plug Champion RDZ4H or equivalent plug Lubrication SAE 30 Oil Crankcase Oil Capacity 3 04 oz 90 ml Fuel Tank Capacity 15 oz 444 ml...

Page 7: ...ating position Fig 10 Keep the throttle cable and wire assembly to the front of the unit 2 Align the holes on the upper shaft with the holes on the middle shaft Fig 3 3 Insert a bolt into each of the...

Page 8: ...e use of old fuel is the most common cause of performance problems Use only fresh clean unleaded gasoline NOTE This unit has a four cycle engine DO NOT mix oil with gasoline Definition of Blended Fuel...

Page 9: ...the engine WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable Ignited vapors may explode Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank Do not smoke while filling the tank Keep sparks a...

Page 10: ...NS NOTE There is no need to turn the unit on The On Off switch is in the On I position at all times Fig 7 Before Starting the Unit 1 Check the oil level Refer to Checking the Oil Level 2 Fill the fuel...

Page 11: ...WARNING Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Wear eye and ear hearing protection Wear heavy long pants boots and gloves Do not wea...

Page 12: ...ed service dealer Check the spark plug condition and gap Refer to Maintaining the Spark Plug REPLACING THE EDGER BLADE Removing the Edger Blade 1 Place a 15 16 in wrench over the lock nut Fig 12 2 Ins...

Page 13: ...oil fill plug CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL 1 Stop the engine and allow it to cool 2 Set the unit on a flat level surface NOTE Failure to keep the engine level may result in oil overfill 3 Clean the area ar...

Page 14: ...30 oil 5 Squeeze the air filter to spread and remove excess oil 6 Reinstall the air filter Fig 18 NOTE Make sure the metal screen is seated in the air filter housing before reinstalling the air filte...

Page 15: ...6 Reattach the spark plug boot WARNING Do not sand blast scrape or clean spark plug electrodes Grit in the engine could damage the cylinder Fig 20 Idle Speed Screw ADJUSTING THE IDLE SPEED If the eng...

Page 16: ...inspect it for any loose or damaged parts Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws nuts or bolts Preparing the Unit for Use after Long term Storage 1 Remove the spark plug Tip the uni...

Page 17: ...d over 30 days Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel The blade is bound with dirt or grass Stop the engine remove the spark plug and clean the blade The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air f...

Page 18: ...18 NOTES...

Page 19: ...19 NOTES...

Page 20: ...ossessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution Troy Bilt reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Troy Bilt Product withou...

Page 21: ...TANTE Lea este manual por completo antes de utilizar este producto Siga todas las instrucciones CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES Manual del Operador TBE304 Bordeadora de c sped de 4 tiempos 769 23570 00 0...

Page 22: ...atenci n y comprensi n completas Las advertencias de seguridad no eliminan por s mismas ning n peligro Las instrucciones o advertencias que contienen no reemplazan a las medidas adecuadas de prevenci...

Page 23: ...las normas ANSI ISEA Z87 1 vigentes y que tengan la identificaci n correspondiente Utilice una protecci n auditiva al operar esta unidad Utilice una m scara facial o para polvos si la m quina levanta...

Page 24: ...i la unidad comienza a vibrar en forma anormal det ngala de inmediato Inspeccione la unidad para determinar la causa de la vibraci n La vibraci n por lo general indica que hay alg n problema OTRAS ADV...

Page 25: ...manipule esta unidad COMBUSTIBLE SIN PLOMO Utilice siempre combustible limpio nuevo y sin plomo ACEITE Consulte el manual del operador para conocer el tipo adecuado de aceite NO UTILICE COMBUSTIBLE E...

Page 26: ...to 30 cc 1 83 pulgadas c bicas Separaci n de la buj a de encendido 0 635 mm 0 025 pulg Buj a de encendido Champion RDZ4H o buj a equivalente Lubricaci n Aceite SAE 30 Capacidad de aceite del c rter 3...

Page 27: ...del regulador y el conjunto de alambres por el frente de la unidad 2 Alinee los orificios en el eje superior con los orificios en el eje intermedio Fig 3 3 Inserte un perno en cada uno de los orificio...

Page 28: ...ivas federales estatales y locales Uso de combustibles mezclados Si utiliza un combustible mezclado Utilice siempre gasolina nueva sin plomo Use el aditivo para combustible STA BIL u otro equivalente...

Page 29: ...o Mantenga las chispas y llamas abiertas a una distancia de la zona ADVERTENCIA Retire la tapa del combustible lentamente a fin de evitar lesiones ocasionadas por salpicaduras de combustible Nunca ope...

Page 30: ...vel de aceite 2 Cargue el dep sito de combustible Consulte Carga de combustible en la unidad Arranque de la unidad 1 Presione y luego suelte el bulbo del cebador lentamente 10 veces Fig 8 2 P rese en...

Page 31: ...OPERACI N ADVERTENCIA Vista en forma adecuada para reducir el riesgo de lesiones cuando opere esta unidad No use ropa holgada ni alhajas Use protecci n ocular y auditiva Use pantalones largos y grueso...

Page 32: ...d no funcionar correctamente si la cuchilla est mirando en la direcci n incorrecta 2 Coloque la llave sobre la contratuerca Fig 12 3 Inserte la llave Allen en el orificio del husillo Fig 12 4 Mientras...

Page 33: ...ado de aceite CONTROL DEL NIVEL DE ACEITE 1 Detenga el motor y deje que se enfr e 2 Ubique la unidad sobre una superficie plana y nivelada NOTA Si no se mantiene el nivel del motor puede resultar en e...

Page 34: ...rnillo de la tapa con el orificio destinado a dicho tornillo Fig 19 Apriete el tornillo de la tapa del filtro de aire para sujetarla NOTA No ajuste en exceso ya que esto puede arruinar la rosca del to...

Page 35: ...con un aceite ligero de m quina para evitar la corrosi n ADVERTENCIA A fin de evitar lesiones personales graves siempre pare el motor y deje que se enfr e antes de limpiar o mantener la unidad ALMACE...

Page 36: ...as Drene el dep sito de combustible y agregue combustible nuevo La cuchilla est atascada con tierra o hierba Pare el motor retire la buj a y limpie la cuchilla El filtro de aire est sucio Limpie o ree...

Page 37: ...37 NOTAS...

Page 38: ...38 NOTAS...

Page 39: ...39 NOTAS...

Page 40: ...rritorios excepto para aquellos vendidos a trav s de los canales autorizados de distribuci n de exportaciones de Troy Bilt Troy Bilt se reserva el derecho a cambiar o mejorar el dise o de cualquier Pr...

Reviews: