Troy-Bilt series 430 User Manual

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Operator's Manual
21" Rear & Side Discharge
Mulching Lawn Mower
Model Series 430
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00010D
(10/15/2004)

Troy-Bilt series 430 Specifications

General

Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Deck Material	Steel
Mulch Capable	Yes
Side Discharge	Yes
Warranty	2-Year Limited
Cutting Width	21 inches
Drive System	Rear-wheel drive
Cutting Height	1.25 to 3.75 inches
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.5 gallons
Engine Type	OHV (Overhead Valve)

Summary

Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices

General Operation

Guidelines for operating the lawn mower safely and correctly.

Slope Operation

Guidelines and precautions for operating the mower on inclines and slopes.

Children Safety

Service

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Instructions for safely handling and storing gasoline to prevent fire and injury.

Section 2: Slope Gauge

Section 3: Assembling Your Lawn Mower

Assembling Handle

Instructions for attaching and securing the mower handles.

Section 4: Know Your Lawn Mower

Blade Control Handle

Explanation of the blade control handle's function as a safety device.

Section 5: Operating Your Lawn Mower

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

Important safety warnings and instructions for filling the fuel tank and checking oil.

Starting Engine

Detailed steps and safety precautions for starting the lawn mower engine.

Stopping Engine

Procedure for safely stopping the mower's engine and blade.

Operating Your Lawn Mower

Bagging Grass Clippings

Using the Mulcher

Guidelines for effective mulching, including cutting wet or thick grass.

Adjusting Cutting Height

Section 6: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

Cleaning the Lawn Mower

Engine Maintenance

Lubrication

Section 7: Servicing Your Lawn Mower

Blade Care

Periodic inspection, removal, and balancing of the mower blade.

To Sharpen Blade

Section 8: Making Adjustments

Adjusting Handle Height

Adjusting Cutting Height

Section 9: Off-Season Storage

Mower Storage

Section 10: Trouble-Shooting Guide

Section 11: Parts List for Model Series 430

Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

How to Obtain Service