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Operator’s Manual
4-Cycle Garden Cultivator
TB144
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For service call 1-800-828-5500 in the United States, or
1-800-668-1238 in Canada 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.
THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S.
PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING.
Service on this unit both within and a
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING position while starting. See Starting/Stopping Instructions. • Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended. • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit. • Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the unit • Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence towards you. of alcohol, drugs, or medication. • Do not
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS 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. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used ON / START / RUN in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL • WAR
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KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATIONS • Cultivating sod and light to medium soil • Cultivating in garden areas, around trees, etc. • Edging STOP/OFF (O) Throttle Control Primer Bulb START/ON (I) Handlebar Handlebar Knob Muffler Starter Rope Grip Tine Guard Choke Control Wheel Support Bracket Cultivator Tines Edger Edger Blade Wheel 4
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Before setting up your cultivator / edger, disconnect ADJUSTING TINE DEPTH the spark plug wire from the spark plug. To adjust the wheel support bracket proceed as follows: POSITIONING THE HANDLEBARS 1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug to avoid accidental 1. Loosen the two knobs on the inside of the handlebars (Fig. starting. 1). 2. Remove cotter pin from the clevis pin and slide clevis pin 2. With the unit upright, swing the handlebars up into the out of tailpie
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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION CAUTION: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE PRODUCT DAMAGE. Check and maintain the proper oil level in the crank case; it is important and cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil before each use and change it as needed. See Changing the Oil. RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Funnel Spout Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. Check the oil before each use and change the oil regularly. Using incorrect or dirty oil can cause premature engine
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OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE FUELING THE UNIT Old fuel is the primary reason for improper unit NOTE: Fill or add fuel to the tank only when the cultivator is in performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean, a horizontal position (Fig. 9). unleaded gasoline. 1. Remove fuel cap. Remove the tag from the fuel tank neck. 2. Place spout of gas container into the fill hole on the fuel tank and fill tank. NOTE: Do not overfill tank. NOTE: This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid dam
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STARTING / STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS ON (I) WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well- ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure OFF (O) you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 12). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Throttle 1. Check the oil level in the crankcase. Refer to Checking the Control Oil L
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING TIPS 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 wear short pants, sandals or operate barefoot. 1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to starting the engine. Transport the cultivator by pushing or pulling it along on its wheels. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never pick-up or carry t
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by a Perform these required maintenance procedures at the Troy-Bilt or other qualified service dealer. Call 1-800- frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be 520-5520 for more information. a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never t
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS O-Ring Fill Level Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick Oil Fill Hole Fig. 16 Fig. 18 NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug/dipstick when checking and changing the oil (Fig. 16). AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Air Filter CHANGING THE OIL Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter operation. Change
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1 23 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 3. Wash the filter in detergent and water (Fig. 20). Rinse the Clean Air Filter filter thoroughly and allow it to dry. The condition of the air filter is important to the operation of the unit. A dirty air filter will restrict air flow. This is often mistaken for an out of adjustment carburetor. Check the condition of the air filter before adjusting the idle speed screw. Refer to Air Filter Maintenance. Adjust Idle Speed Screw WARNING: This unit needs to
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 2. Remove the screw behind the engine cover (Fig. 24). 8. Slide the feeler gauge between the rocker arm and the valve return spring. Measure the clearance between the valve stem and rocker arm. Measure both the intake and exhaust valves (Fig. 26 & 27). Screw Adjusting Nut Rocker Arm 0.003–0.006 in. (0.076–0.152 mm) Fig. 24 3. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 4. Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the spark Intake Valve Feeler Gauge plug from the cyli
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG CLEANING THE UNIT Use a replacement Champion RDZ19H spark plug. The correct WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, air gap is 0.025 in. (0.635 mm.). Remove the plug after every always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before 25 hours of operation and check its condition. you clean or perform any maintenance on it. 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. Grasp the plug wire • Use a small brush to clean off the outside of th
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TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION On/Off control in the STOP position Turn On/Off control to ON Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank with fuel Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor Engine is flooded Pull starter rope repeatedly with throttle control fully engaged and with the ch
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SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE* Engine Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air-Cooled, 4-Cycle Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 cu. in. (26.2 cc) Idle Speed RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of (“Troy-Bilt”) with respect with new merchandise purchased and merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies used in the United States, its possessions and territories. after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other express Troy-Bilt warrants this product against defects in m
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Manuel de L'utilisateur Cultivateur de Jardin à 4-temps TB144 CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS Obtenez la liste des concessionnaires agréés appelez le 1-800- 828-5500 aux États-Unis ou le 1-800-668-1238 au Canada. Pour de plus amples informations à propos de votre appareil, visitez www.troybilt.com. NE RETOURNEZ PAS L'APPAREIL AU DÉTAILLANT CHEZ QUI VOUS L'AVEZ ACHETÉ. TOUT SERVICE SOUS GARANTIE NÉCESSITE UNE PREUVE D'ACHAT. CE PRODUIT EST COUVERT PAR UN OU PLUSIEURS BREVETS AMÉRICAINS, ET D’AUTRES S
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ • IMPORTANTES CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ • LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT UTILISATION amples, de bijoux, de pantalons courts, de sandales et ne soyez pas pieds nus. Veillez à ce que vos cheveux restent au- • Lisez soigneusement cette notice. Familiarisez-vous avec les dessus du niveau des épaules. commandes et la marche à suivre pour une bonne utilisation de l'appareil. • Cet appareil dispose d’un embrayage. Les dents reste immobile lorsque le moteur tourne au ralenti. Dans
