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Troy-Bilt TB4216 User Manual

Troy-Bilt TB4216
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769-26433 / 00 01/22
Operators Manual
TB4214 / TB4216 / TB4218
2-Cycle Chain Saw
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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Troy-Bilt TB4216 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTroy-Bilt
ModelTB4216
CategoryChainsaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Service

Safety

Spark Arrestor Note

Information regarding spark arrestor requirements for certain areas.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning about chemicals in engine exhaust known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Important Safety Instructions

Read All Instructions Before Operating

Emphasizes reading the manual thoroughly before use for operator safety.

Safety Warnings for Gas Units

Specific precautions for handling fuel and operating gas-powered units.

While Operating

Instructions for safe operation, including protective gear and proper techniques.

Kickback Safety

Understanding Kickback

Explains rotational and linear kickback phenomena and their causes.

Kickback Safety Precautions

Provides essential steps to reduce the risk of kickback accidents.

Other Safety Warnings

Safety & International Symbols

General Safety and Operational Symbols

Covers symbols for safety alerts, manual reference, PPE, fuel, oil, and basic controls.

Hazard and Component Symbols

Explains symbols related to kickback, chain lubrication, chain brake, and chain tensioning.

Know Your Unit

Applications

Lists the intended uses of the chain saw.

Assembly Tools Required

Specifies the tools needed for initial assembly.

Essential Terms and Definitions

Chain Saw Components

Defines parts like front/rear handles, guide bar, and chain.

Operational Terms

Explains terms like kickback, felling, bucking, and pruning.

Specifications

Replacement Parts

Lists available replacement parts with part numbers and descriptions.

Assembly

Adding Bar and Chain Oil: Initial Use

Procedure for filling the chain oil reservoir before operation.

Adjusting the Chain Tension: Initial Use

How to properly tension the saw chain before starting.

Testing the Chain Brake

Steps to verify the proper function of the chain brake.

Oil and Fuel

Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions

Details on correct gasoline and oil mixture for the engine.

Fueling the Unit

Safety precautions and steps for filling the fuel tank.

Starting and Stopping

Starting the Unit

Step-by-step guide for initiating the engine and preparing for operation.

Stopping Instructions

Procedures for safely shutting down the engine and the unit.

Emergency Stopping

Methods for immediate shutdown in emergency situations.

Operation

Tips for Best Results

Advice for optimal performance and safe cutting practices.

Preparing the Work Area

Holding the Unit

Cutting Procedure Basics

Felling: Safety

Felling: Procedure

Removing Buttress Roots

Procedure for clearing supporting roots before felling.

Making the Notched Undercut

How to make the initial cut to direct the tree's fall.

Making the Felling Back Cut

Limbing

Bucking: Safety

Bucking: Procedure

Cutting Logs Under Stress

Techniques for cutting logs that are bent or under tension.

Cutting Fully-Supported Logs

Procedures for cutting logs supported along their entire length.

Overbucking

Underbucking

Pruning

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Tasks to be performed at different usage intervals.

Customer Responsibility

Outlines tasks the user must perform for proper unit upkeep.

Adding Bar and Chain Oil

Adjusting the Bar and Chain Oil Flow

Adjusting the Chain Tension

Removing and Installing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

Maintaining the Saw Chain

Sharpening the Saw Chain

Maintaining the Guide Bar

Lubricating the Guide Bar Sprocket Tip

Replacing the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

Maintaining the Air Filter

Adjusting the Idle Speed

Maintaining the Spark Plug

Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning

Methods for cleaning the unit after use.

Storage

Guidelines for storing the unit, including long-term storage.

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Notes

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