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Operator’s Manual
2-Cycle
GAS HEDGE TRIMMER
Model TB25GHT
STOP
For problems or questions, DO NOT
ALTO
return this product to the store.
Contact your Customer Service Agent .
Para problemas o preguntas, NO devolver este
producto a la tienda Contacte a su Agente de
Servicio al Cliente.
U.S.A. Imported by:
For Consumer Assistance Please Call
MTD LLC
P.O. Box 361131
Para La Ayuda Del Consumidor Llame Por Favor
Cleveland, OH 44136-0019
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Before us
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TABLE OF CONTENTS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Warranty Page 2 Maintenance Pages 12 - 15 The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten- SYMBOL MEANING tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their Safety Rules Pages 3 - 7 Troubleshooting Page 16 explanations, deserve your careful attention and under- standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves Failure to obey a safety DANGER: eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they Oil and Fuel information Page
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TABLE OF CONTENTS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Warranty Page 2 Maintenance Pages 12 - 15 The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten- SYMBOL MEANING tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their Safety Rules Pages 3 - 7 Troubleshooting Page 16 explanations, deserve your careful attention and under- standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves Failure to obey a safety DANGER: eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they Oil and Fuel information Page
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SPECIAL NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through pro- WHAT TO DO WHAT NOT TO DO HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY RULES longed use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause 1. The Hedge Trimmer must not be used by anyone READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL SUPPLEMENTS 1. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER FUEL than that recom- blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and under the age of 16. (IF ANY ENCLOSED) THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERAT- mended in your manual. Always foll
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SPECIAL NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through pro- WHAT TO DO WHAT NOT TO DO HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY RULES longed use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause 1. The Hedge Trimmer must not be used by anyone READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL SUPPLEMENTS 1. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER FUEL than that recom- blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and under the age of 16. (IF ANY ENCLOSED) THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERAT- mended in your manual. Always foll
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. 4 3 5 SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING 6 7 • PRIMER BULB • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Pump the primer bulb 10 times. Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunct
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. 4 3 5 SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING 6 7 • PRIMER BULB • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Pump the primer bulb 10 times. Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunct
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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING A COLD ENGINE (Above 55˚F) To Obtain Correct Fuel Mix: Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons Mix the bottle of 2-cycle oil (included) with 1 gallon of Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil with for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, unleaded gasoline (less than 30 days old). Combine them unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1 (less than
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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING A COLD ENGINE (Above 55˚F) To Obtain Correct Fuel Mix: Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons Mix the bottle of 2-cycle oil (included) with 1 gallon of Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil with for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, unleaded gasoline (less than 30 days old). Combine them unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1 (less than
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STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS WARM ENGINE START ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Normal Stopping Method. For normal stopping, release 1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position. trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed. Then Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY PRECAU- 2. Place choke in PARTIAL CHOKE “ ” position (Figure DEPRESS the OFF “STOP ” switch until the engine TIONS in this manual. 8). stops completely. (Figure 10) WARNING / CAUTION 3. Grasp th
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STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS WARM ENGINE START ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Normal Stopping Method. For normal stopping, release 1. Move ignition switch to the “RUN (I)” position. trigger and allow engine to return to idle speed. Then Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY PRECAU- 2. Place choke in PARTIAL CHOKE “ ” position (Figure DEPRESS the OFF “STOP ” switch until the engine TIONS in this manual. 8). stops completely. (Figure 10) WARNING / CAUTION 3. Grasp th
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CLEANING TRIMMER BLADES AIR FILTER To prevent serious WARNING: Trimmer blades should be cleaned periodically to remove Perform these required maintenance procedures at the fre- injury, never perform quency stated in the table. These procedures should also maintenance or repairs with unit running. sap and accumulated debris. NEVER operate CAUTION: be a part of any seasonal tune-up. Always service and repa
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CLEANING TRIMMER BLADES AIR FILTER To prevent serious WARNING: Trimmer blades should be cleaned periodically to remove Perform these required maintenance procedures at the fre- injury, never perform quency stated in the table. These procedures should also maintenance or repairs with unit running. sap and accumulated debris. NEVER operate CAUTION: be a part of any seasonal tune-up. Always service and repa
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER IDLE ADJUSTMENT STORING A UNIT Failure to follow these steps may cause varnish to form in The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum Remove fuel from unit the carburetor and difficult starting or permanent damage performance. If further adjustments are necessary take CAUTION: and store in approved following storage. your hedge trimmer to a Troy Bilt or other qualified serv- container before
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER IDLE ADJUSTMENT STORING A UNIT Failure to follow these steps may cause varnish to form in The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum Remove fuel from unit the carburetor and difficult starting or permanent damage performance. If further adjustments are necessary take CAUTION: and store in approved following storage. your hedge trimmer to a Troy Bilt or other qualified serv- container before
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TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS Engine Type ................................................................................................................................................. Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle UNIT WON’T START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN Displacement........................................................................................................................................................................ 25cc CAUSE ACTION Speed.........................................
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TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS Engine Type ................................................................................................................................................. Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle UNIT WON’T START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN Displacement........................................................................................................................................................................ 25cc CAUSE ACTION Speed.........................................
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California / EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement PARTS LIST Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board, The Environmental Protection Agency and Troy Bilt are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2005 and later small off-road engine. In California and the 49 states, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards. Troy Bilt must warrant the emission control system on your small off-
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California / EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement PARTS LIST Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board, The Environmental Protection Agency and Troy Bilt are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2005 and later small off-road engine. In California and the 49 states, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards. Troy Bilt must warrant the emission control system on your small off-
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, LLC with respect to new merchandise purc hased and applies after the applicable period of express written used in the United States, its possessions and territories. warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects in express warranty or
