Troy-Bilt TB 2246, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...et Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH T...

Page 2: ...applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If applicable the power testing information used t...

Page 3: ...ects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never...

Page 4: ...mselves and others from serious injury 29 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your customer service representative for assistance Slope Operatio...

Page 5: ...not shift to neutral and coast downhill Service Safe Handling of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the v...

Page 6: ...to protect the environment 15 According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 270...

Page 7: ...deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This mach...

Page 8: ...gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above 1 5 d a s h e d l i...

Page 9: ...o the tractor s transmission Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the lawn tractor s engine is off set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace 1 Locate the...

Page 10: ...s Manual prior to operating the tractor Checking Tire Pressure WARNING Do not overinflate tires Check sidewall of tires for maximum psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The tires...

Page 11: ...he hood Remove the fuel cap by turning it counterclockwise Use only clean fresh no more than 30 days old unleaded gasoline Do not overfill the tank WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gaso...

Page 12: ...engaged be certain that the throttle choke control is always in the FAST rabbit position FAST CHOKE SLOW Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located on the left front side of the tractor along the running...

Page 13: ...s accumulated hours NOTE Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position regardless of whether the engine is started The LCD Service Minder will r...

Page 14: ...Parking Brake Cruise Control lever is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake NOTE...

Page 15: ...our safety and protection Starting the Engine NOTE Refer to the Assembly Set Up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions 1 Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch modul...

Page 16: ...recommended WARNING Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others...

Page 17: ...emain in the down position If it doesn t the parking brake is not engaged Repeat steps 1 through 4 to engage the parking brake To disengage the parking brake lightly press the brake pedal WARNING Neve...

Page 18: ...pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet ba...

Page 19: ...ngine maintenance procedures and instructions NOTE Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at owner s expense may be performed by any engine...

Page 20: ...e checked and the fluid cannot be changed Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of Cali...

Page 21: ...tem return to the operator s position and engage the PTO Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry Lubrication WARNING Bef...

Page 22: ...1 Park the tractor on a firm level surface and place the deck lift lever in the middle position 2 Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor 3 Measure the dis...

Page 23: ...bly section of this manual for seat adjustment instructions WARNING Before operating the tractor make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop Engage the parking brake Stand behind the machine and pu...

Page 24: ...ck belt from around the tractor s engine pulley NOTE If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be easily removed from the engine pulley carefully insert a 3 8 drive ratchet wrench set to loos...

Page 25: ...er screws that fasten them to the deck See Figure 7 6 Hex Washer Screws Belt Cover Deck Idler Pulley Spindle Pulley Belt Guard Figure 7 6 6 Remove the cotter pin from the deck support pin See Figure 7...

Page 26: ...Figure 7 5 b Reconnect the deck lift arms See Figure 7 3 c Reattach the deck engage cable See Figure 7 4 11 Place the belt into the engine pulley See Figure 7 8 Drive Belt Rotate Pulley Figure 7 8 12...

Page 27: ...ween 70 ft lbs and 90 ft lbs Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cau...

Page 28: ...ing always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting A 20 Amp fuse is installed in your tractor s wiring harness to protect the tractor s electrical sys...

Page 29: ...uel filter 4 Clear vent or replace cap if damaged 5 Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh gasoline 6 Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level lo...

Page 30: ...Extreme Deck Blade 918 04865A Deck Spindle 734 04155 Deck Wheel Front NOTE Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www troybilt com or phone 800 828 5500 to purchase a Parts Manual Be sure...

Page 31: ...serial number ready These can be found on the model plate located under the seat Refer to page 2 for more information regarding locating your model and serial numbers Component Part Number and Descrip...

Page 32: ...aging attachments e g tiller or plow Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor s warranty Model Number Description 19A30003OEM Twin Bagger 19A30005OEM Mulch Kit OEM 190 833 Snow Blade Attach...

Page 33: ...Notes 11 33...

Page 34: ...period of two years The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as sta...

Page 35: ...cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still elig...

Page 36: ...items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Ro...