Troy-Bilt TB230 User Manual

TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Op e r a t O r ’s Ma n u a l
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.
Self Propelled Mower — Models TB230, TB260, & TB280 ES
Form No. 769-06359
(October 4, 2010)

Troy-Bilt TB230 Specifications

General

Cutting Width	21 inches
Cutting Height Range	1.25 to 3.75 inches
Deck Material	Steel
Mulching Capability	Yes
Bagging Capability	Yes
Side Discharge	Yes
Start Type	Recoil
Number of Cutting Positions	6
Grass Bag Capacity	1.9 bushels
Drive System	Self-Propelled, Front-Wheel Drive

Summary

Important Safe Operation Practices

General Mower Operation Safety

Details essential safety rules for operating the lawn mower, including user responsibilities and environment checks.

Slope Operation Safety Guidelines

Provides guidelines and warnings for operating the mower on sloped terrain to prevent accidents.

Child Safety Precautions

Outlines essential safety measures to protect children from mower hazards and operation.

Service and Maintenance

Safe Gasoline Handling Procedures

Details precautions for handling gasoline safely to prevent fire and personal injury.

General Service and Engine Warnings

Covers general service tasks and warns against engine modification.

Assembly & Set-Up

Adjustments and Setup Procedures

Controls and Features

Blade and Drive Control Operation

Explains how to operate the blade and drive controls for engaging and disengaging functions.

Cutting Height and Starting Controls

Operation

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Provides detailed steps for starting and safely stopping the engine, including engine-specific instructions.

Maintenance and Adjustments

Deck Cleaning and Engine Care

Service Procedures

Blade and Belt Service

Battery, Fuse, and Storage Procedures

Troubleshooting Guide

Engine and Starting Problems

Addresses issues with engine starting, erratic running, overheating, and vibration.

Mowing and Drive System Issues