Troy-Bilt Big Red User Manual

TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
OperatOr’s Manual
Safe Operation Practices • Set-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 THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Rear-Tine Tiller — Horse/Big Red
Form No. 769-08675
(November 16, 2012)

Troy-Bilt Big Red Specifications

General

Engine Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement	208cc
Starting System	Recoil
Oil Capacity	20 oz
Tine Rotation Direction	Forward rotating
Tine Diameter	12 in
Warranty	2 years limited
Tilling Depth	Up to 7 inches
Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Type	4-cycle

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Details precautions for safely handling gasoline to prevent fires and explosions.

Key Safety Warnings and Propositions

Highlights critical warnings including Proposition 65 and general safety alerts.

Safety Symbols Explained

Illustrates and explains the meaning of various safety symbols on the machine.

Controls & Features

Tiller Control Levers Overview

Operation

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely starting and stopping the tiller's engine.

Engaging Drive and Tines

Steps to engage the tiller's drive system and rotating tines for tilling.

Choosing Wheel and Tine Speeds

Maintenance & Adjustments

Maintenance Schedule and Intervals

Outlines routine maintenance tasks and their recommended frequency.

Transmission and Gear Oil Management

Drive Belt Tension Adjustment

Steps for measuring and adjusting the drive belt tension for optimal performance.

Reverse Drive System Adjustments

Guidance on checking and adjusting the reverse drive system components.

Service

Drive Belt Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for removing and installing a new drive belt.

Reverse Disc and Tine Replacement