Troy-Bilt TB42 - User Manual

IMPORTANT: READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WHILE OPERATING THE UNIT.
Primer
B
ulb
R
emoving Unit From Carton
Assemble The Unit
Starting The Unit
A
ssemble The Unit
Mix thoroughly in separate
fuel can:
– 3.2 fl. oz. of 2-cycle
e
ngine oil
– 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline
NOTE: Do not mix directly in
fuel tank.
Place unit on a level surface.
Fill fuel tank.
Press primer bulb 10 times,
or until fuel is visible
Crouch in starting position. SQUEEZE and HOLD
throttle for ALL further
steps.
Pull rope 5 times. Move choke lever to
Position 2 and squeeze
throttle.
Pull rope 3-5 times to start
engine. Run unit for 30-60
seconds to warm up.
Continue to squeeze
throttle. Move choke lever
to Position 3.
11
R
emove all contents from
t
he carton.
4 5 6
18 9
Move choke lever to
Position 1.
Continue to squeeze
throttle. Run unit for an
additional 60 seconds to
c
omplete warm-up. Unit
may be used during this
time.
7
S
tarting The Unit
1
0
1
1
1
2
1
3
14
1
0 X
5 X
3-5 X
C
hoke Lever
S
tarter Rope
F
uel Cap
Throttle Control
O
n/ Off Switch
J-Handle
E
z-Link™
Cutting Head Shield
Need Help?
Call 1-800-828-5500
Electric Starter or
P
ower Start Bit Optional!
THESE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ARE SOLD SEPARATELY!
This unit has an alternate starting method
t
hat many find easier to use than pulling a
rope. Please contact a local retailer or call
1-800-828-5500 for more information.
Information may also be found at
www.troybilt.com
DIDN’T START?
R
epeat these instructions.
I
F engine fails to start after 2 attempts,
m
ove choke lever to position 3 and pull
the starter rope until engine starts
I
F unit still fails to start, refer to operator’s
manual for additional starting and
troubleshooting information
Remove cap from end of
lower boom. Push cutting
a
ttachment add-on into
c
oupler. Turn coupler knob
c
lockwise to tighten.
3
1
Gallon 3.2 oz
4
0:1
C
hoke Lever
Choke Lever
A
rrow
Decal
Place the J-handle between the top and middle clamps,
s
lide the 4 screws through the clamps, and place the
a
ssembly onto the bottom clamp. Start the screws,
then ensure the arrow/ white line on the decal touches
the clamp assembly. Position the J-handle to the
location that provides the best grip, then tighten the
s
crews evenly until the J-handle is secure.
ASSEMBLY TOOLS
REQUIRED:
•
Phillips screwdriver
2
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TB42 BC
2-Cycle Trimmer
Operator’s Manual

Summary

FASTGUIDE Operation

Assemble The Unit

Instructions for assembling the trimmer components.

Starting The Unit

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine.

Rules for Safe Operation

Safe Operation While Using

Safety precautions to follow during operation.

Gas Unit Safety Warnings

Specific safety warnings for gasoline-powered units.

Blade Installation Procedures

Install the Cutting Blade

Detailed steps for installing the cutting blade.

Oil and Fuel Information

Oil and Fuel Mixing

How to mix fuel and oil correctly for the engine.

Fueling the Unit Safely

Procedures for safely fueling the trimmer.

Starting and Stopping Instructions

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine.

Stopping the Engine

Starting with Optional Accessories

Trimmer Handling and Operation

Holding the Trimmer Correctly

Using the Cutting Blade

Cutting Blade Operation Tips

Guidance on using the cutting blade safely and effectively.

Trimming Line Installation

Winding Existing Inner Reel

SplitLine Installation

Installing a Prewound Reel

Maintenance and Repair

Air Filter Maintenance

Spark Plug Replacement

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Engine Will Not Start

Common causes and solutions for starting issues.

Engine Will Not Idle

Troubleshooting steps for idle problems.

Engine Will Not Accelerate

Solutions for acceleration problems.

Cutting Head Line Advance Issues

Uncontrollable Line Advancement

Troy-Bilt TB42 Specifications

General

Cutting Width	42 inches
Turning Radius	18 inches
Front Wheels	15 inches
Rear Wheels	20 inches
Number of Blades	2
Engine	420cc
Fuel Capacity	1.36 gallons
Engine Type	4-Cycle
Deck Height Adjustment	5 positions