Troy-Bilt TB4BP EC - User Manual

Operator’s Manual
4-Cycle Backpack Blower
TB4BP EC
769-06928 P02 05/11
DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, controls, operation or
maintenance of the unit, please call the Customer Support Department
at 1-800-828-5500 in the United States or 1-800-668-1238 in Canada.
Additional information about the unit can be found on our website at
www.troybilt.com or www.troybilt.ca.
For service, please call the Customer Support Department to obtain a
list of authorized service dealers near you. Service on this unit, both
within and after the warranty period, should only be performed by an
authorized and approved service dealer. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts.
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on
the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve
the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Copyright© 2011 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Oil and Fuel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Starting/Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Optional Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION

Summary

Rules for Safe Operation

Gasoline Unit Safety Warnings

Precautions for handling and using gasoline safely with the unit.

Safe Operating Practices

Operational Safety Guidelines

Rules for starting, operating, and stopping the unit safely.

Assembly Instructions

Installing the Blower Tube Sections

Step-by-step guide for assembling the flex, upper, and lower blower tubes.

Oil and Fuel Information

Recommended Oil Type and Use

Details on the correct oil type and how to add it to the crankcase.

Fueling the Unit Safely

Instructions and warnings for safely filling the fuel tank with gasoline.

Checking the Oil Level

Procedure for checking the engine oil level before operation.

Starting and Stopping Procedures

Cold Engine Starting Steps

Detailed steps for starting the engine from cold.

Stopping the Engine

Instructions on how to properly shut down the unit.

Using the Cruise Control

Explanation of how to use the cruise control feature for speed adjustment.

Operating Instructions

Adjusting the Suspension System

Guide to properly fitting and adjusting the shoulder and waist supports.

Safe Blower Operation Tips

Maintenance and Repair Instructions

Air Filter Cleaning and Maintenance

Engine Adjustments and Checks

Spark Plug Replacement and Cleaning

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Engine Will Not Start Causes

Engine Performance Issues

Product Specifications

Manufacturers Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Limitations

Troy-Bilt TB4BP EC Specifications

General

Brand	Troy-Bilt
Model	TB4BP EC
Category	Blower
Language	English