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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Otreap Or ’s Mlauna
Self Propelled Mower — Models TB210 & TB270 ES
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA Form No. 769-06361
(September 30, 2010)
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, Troy-Bilt. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent phone a authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us directly. performance when properly operated and maintained. Troy-Bilt’s Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want Please read this entire manual prior to operating the e
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Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIf ORNIA PROPOs ITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
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12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade 27. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance contact or thrown object injuries. is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than 13. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. could result. Do not hold on to the mow
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3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent Service intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with Safe Handling Of Gasoline: the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, 1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable original equipment specifications may lead to i
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Notice Regarding Emissions Spark Arrestor Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal WARNING: This machine is equipped with an EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush may include the following emission control systems: Engine covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s Modification (E
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Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER — ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in
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8 s ce ti On 2 — i Mp Onatrt s efa Otiepra On p rc atiecs Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope) Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... or a fence post 15° Use this page as 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 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serio
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Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Grass Catcher • One Bottle of Oil • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Side Discharge Chute b. While stabilizing mower so it doesn’t move, pivot Assembly upper handle up as shown in Fig. 3-2. Do not crimp NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. cable while lifting the handle up. Fill up with gasoline and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine manual BEFORE operatin
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2. Remove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Fig. 3-3. C C Figure 3-5 4. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope Figure 3-3 guide. See Fig. 3-6. a. Hold blade control against upper handle. 3. Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: b. Slowly pull starter rope handle from engine and slip a. Pull upward on the handle until holes in lower starter rope into the rope guide. See Fig. 3-6. handle (show
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b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the Side Discharge Chute frame. See Fig. 3-7. Your mower is shipped as a mulcher. To convert to side discharge, make sure grass catcher is off of the unit and rear discharge door is closed. 1. On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See Figure 3-9. Side Mulching Plug 1 2 Figure 3-7 2. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: a. Lift rear discharge door. b. Place grass catcher into the slots in the handle Figure 3-9 brack
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Handle Pitch Adjustments For convenience of operation, you may adjust the pitch of the Cutting Height handle as follows: There is a cutting height adjustment lever located above the 1. Remove wing nuts and carriage bolts from handle. See Fig. front and rear right wheel. 3-11. 1. Pull the height adjustment lever towards wheel (unit will tend to fall when lever is moved outward). 2. Move lever to desired position for a change in cutting height. See Fig. 3-10. 2 Lower 1 Higher 3 2 Higher 1 Low
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Controls and Features 4 Blade Control Drive Control Electric Start Ignition Switch Recoil Starter Side Discharge Chute Deck Wash Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Figure 4-1 Blade Control Deck Wash (If Equipped) The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a water port on its Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the surface as part of its deck wash system. Use the deck wash to un
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Operation 5 Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and 1 2 loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower. Refer to engine manual for help with the engine. 1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control aga
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Maintenance & Adjustments 6 2. The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory and Maintenance does not require lubrication. General Recommendations 3. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication. • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. Deck Care • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent have been subjected to operator
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Deck Wash (If Equipped) Engine Care Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a water port on its A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good surface as part of its deck wash system. performance by the mower is given below. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. • Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. Complete the follo
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Service 7 4. Remove blade from the adapter for testing balance. Balance Blade Care the blade on a round shaft screwdriver to check. Remove WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. When sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind. Grind each cutting edge equally to keep the blade a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the balanced. blade. Periodically inspect t
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Replacing Battery (If Equipped) Charging Battery (If Equipped) WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which WARNING: The battery contains corrosive fluid may cause burns. Do not short circuit or mutilate and toxic material; handle with care and keep away batteries in any way. Do not put batteries in fire as from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, these may burst or release toxic materials. mutilate or incinerate the battery. Explosive gases could be vented during charging or dischargi
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Replacing Fuse (If Equipped) Off-Season Storage The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will not for storage. operate. If the unit fails to start with the electric starter, perform • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the the following steps to check the fuse inside the battery housing: lubrication instructions. 1. Open the battery co
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Troubleshooting 8 Problem Cause Remedy Engine Fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged. 1. Engage blade control. 2. Spark plug boot disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark boot. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 4. Engine not primed (if equipped with primer). 4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. 6. Blocked fuel line. 6. Clean fuel line. 7. Engine flooded. 7. Wait a few minutes to
