Troy-Bilt TB130 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Maintenance & Adjustments
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Maintenance
General Recommendations
Always observe safety rules when performing any 
maintenance.
The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that 
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed here.
Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine 
warranty.
All adjustments should be checked at least once each 
season.
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tight.
WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark
plug, and ground against engine before performing
any type of maintenance on your machine.
Lubrication
Lubricate pivot points on the blade control at least once a 
season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely
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Figure 6-1
Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication 2.
schedule and instruction for engine lubrication.
Deck Care
Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent
build-up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below
for this job.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from lawn 
mower or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
Tip mower so that it rests on the housing. Keep the side 2.
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any direction and do not leave the mower tipped for
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of the engine causing a starting problem.
3. Scrape and clean the underside of the deck with a suitable
tool.
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put plastic under the gas cap earlier, make sure to remove it
now.
Engine Care
A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good
performance by the mower is given below. Follow the
accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions.
Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. 
Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions.
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that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air
cleaner, refer to the engine manual.
Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season. Spark 
plug replacement is recommended at the start of each
mowing season. Check engine manual for correct plug
type and gap specifications.
Clean engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the 
top of the engine clean to permit proper air circulation.
Remove all grass, dirt, and combustible debris from muffler
area.