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INTRODUCTION
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THANK YOU
Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern
outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful
service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.
This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-
understand operating instructions. Read the whole
manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new
outdoor power tool in top operating condition.
PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS
AND SPECIFICATIONS
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this
manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2004 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights
Reserved.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Service on this unit both within and after the warranty
period should be performed only by an authorized and
approved service dealer.
For service call 1-800-520-5520 to obtain a list of
authorized service dealers near you. For more details
about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com.
DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER.
PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR
WARRANTY SERVICE.
Before beginning, locate the unit’s model plate. It lists
the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the
sample plate below and copy the information for future
reference.
S/N :
ITEM :
MODEL :
Make sure you carefully read and understand this manual
before starting or operating this equipment.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S.
PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Oil and Fuel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting/Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .11
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . .13
Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover
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SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the
states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington.
All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public
Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and
Washington require, by law that certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or
grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor,
maintained in effective working order, or the engine be
constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention
of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for
regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to
follow these requirements could subject you to liability or
a fine. This unit is factory equipped with a spark
arrestor. If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL
SERVICE DEALER to install the Spark Arrestor Kit.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.