Troy-bilt 12204-10HP User Manual

Models12089- 8HP Standard12090- 8HP Electric 12204-10HP ElectricGARDEN WAY INCORPORATED$4.50Owner’s Manual PTO HORSE TILLERSafety Assembly Controls

Section 2: AssemblyASSEMBLING THE ELECTRIC START SYSTEMThe following steps explain how to activate, charge, and install the battery on electric start

Section 2: AssemblyTO CHARGE THE BAHERY:1. Use one of the three charging methods described below for maximum starting capacity and longest battery li

Section 2: AssemblySTEP 4: Install the Battery CablesNOTE: The cable terminals should be toward the rear (keyswitch side) of the battery posts.1. Use

Section3 Features and ControlsA WARNINGBefore operating your machine, carefully read and understand all safety, controls, operating instruc

Section 3: Features and ControlsVerify Position of Clutch RollerWhen you shift bet\veen FORWARD, NEUTFtAL and REVERSE the clutch roller at the base

Section 3: Features and ControlsД WARNINGThe tiller handlebars can be swung out 30° to the right side for use only with the PTO Chippe

Section4 OperationA WARNINGBefore operating your mactiine, carefully read and understand all safety (Section 1), controls (Section 3) an

Section 4: OperationWheels/Tines/PTO Drive LeverRecoii Start Rope (at front of engine)Engine Throttie LeverForward interlock LeversDepthRegulatorLev

Section 4: OperationReconnect the cables and securely tighten to battery posts. The engine wiil recharge the battery if the battery is still good.• If

Section 4: OperationFigure 4-3: Moving tiiier forward: squeeze one Forward Interlock Lever and then move WheeisiTines/PTO Drive Lever down to FORWARD.

Dear Owner:You now own one of the finest rear-tine tiiiers avaiiabie. Your new PTO Horse Model tiiler enables you to till and cultivate your garden wi

Section 4: Operation4. When the turn is complete, shift to NEUTRAL and lower the handlebars.Move Tines/PTO Clutch Lever back to ENGAGE position and r

Section 4: Operation•Turn the vehicle’s engine off and apply its parking brake,• Position the loading vehicle so that the ramp angle is as flat as pos

Section 4: OperationA WARNINGThe HIGH speed belt range position combined with a FAST wheel speed setting propels the tiller at the fas

Section 4: OperationTABLE 2-4: WHEEL SPEED AND BELT RANGE SELECTIDN GUIDEIMPORTANT — For correct wheel speed and belt range choices when using attachm

Section 4: OperationTilling Tips & TechniquesAvoid making footprintsWhen possible, walk on the untilled side of the unit to avoid making footprint

Section 4: OperationTilling Tips & TechniquesI P'OLiLfcAVt 12 INCHES UNTILLEOREPEAT PFtOCEDUPErxy.VNHII.^Figure 4-18B. Terrace Gardening:• W

Section 4; OperationTilling Tips & TechniquesPOWER COMPOSTINGPower composting means tilling under and burying in the soil all manner of organic ma

Section 4; OperationPTO POWER UNITYour tiller is a self-contained PTO (Power Take-Off) Power Unit that was shipped with a tine attachment installed. T

Section 4: OperationFigure 4-24: Loosening attachment swing-bolts.pi,.Figure 4-26: Pulling attachment away from power unit.9. To keep the tine att

Section 4: OperationFigure 4-28: Forward Interlock Wiring A - PTO Power Unit Interlock Harness B - Forward Interlock Receptacle C - Attachment Interlo

1 SafetySPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATESUnder California law, and under the laws of several other states, yo

Section5 MaintenanceA WARNINGBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for ail moving parts to come

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNING* nFailure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.Before inspecting, ciea

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for ali moving parts to come|to a complete s

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNING¿|||ZU|£\Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to cometo a co

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGWFailure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.Before inspecting, cleani

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNING»nBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to cometo a complete

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNING♦ r?Before inspecting, cieaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for alt moving parts to cometo a comple

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNING* nm»Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to cometo a comple

Section 1: Safety8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark p

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGi inBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to cometo a complet

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGWBefore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to cometo a complete s

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNING♦ nft'Before inspecting, cieaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for ali moving parts to cometo a

Sections: MaintenanceA WARNINGWFailure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.Before inspecting, cleani

Appendix A; TroubleshootingCHECK OR TEST(Check or test in sequence shown until problem is resolved.)PROBLEMEngine won’t startEngine shuts off when Whe

Appendix A: Troubleshooting• Hardware holding tine holders to tine shaft may be missing or broken. To check, remove holders (Sect. 5).• Key for bron

Appendix B: Attachments & AccessoriesTroy-Bilt® PTO CKipper/ShredderThe Troy-Bilt® PTO Chipper/Shredder provides a convenient, easy means of clean

MODELS 12089, 12090, 12204Parts ListFORWARD INTERLOCK SYSTEMREF PARTNo. No.DESCRIPTIONQTY.1 2552 Engine Wire Harness Assy-forwardinterlock system (

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLYVIEW “A’REFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.REFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY1 9548Bolt-Hex hd., flanged self-

MODELS 12089,12090,12204Parts ListDEPTH REGULATOR i TINE HOOD ASSEMBLIESREFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTION QTY.REFNo.PARTNo. DESCRIPTIONQTY1 1100043 Bolt-hex hd

Section 1: SafetyMaintenance and Storage1. Keep the tiller, attachments and accessories in safe working condition.2. Check all nuts, bolts, and screw

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204WHEEL SPEED LEVER, BELT DRIVE SYSTEM, ENGINES, WHEELSSee Page 60IFOR ELECT. START SVSTEMSI46-*-050

MODELS 12089,12090,12204Parts ListREFPART REF PARTNo.No.DESCRIPTION QTY.No.No.DESCRIPTIONQTYWHEEL SPEED LEVERENGINES AND ENGINE MDUNT19362 Pin-spring,

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204POWER UNIT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIES5226 — 4 28

MODELS 12089, 12090, 12204Parts ListREFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.TRANSMISSION COVER & SHIFT LEVER BRACKET ASSEMBLIES1186299 Bolt-hex hd., #10-32 x

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204POWER UNIT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIES (Continued from page 53)80542B —S 28

MODELS 120S9, 12090, 12204Parts ListREFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.REFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTION QTY.(continued from page 53)PINION SHAFT ASSEMBLYECCENTRIC SH

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204TILLER ATTACHMENT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIESSee Note 1See Note 1NOTE 1: THESE SCREWS HAVE A SPECIAL SEALING DESIGN TH

MODELS 12089, 12090, 12204Parts ListREFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.1 1915087 Screw Kit, includes five (5)1/4"-20 X 5/8“ seif-sealing screws...

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204BOLO TINE ASSEMBLIES58

MODELS 12089, 12090,12204Parts ListREFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.STANDARD TILLING TINES1 1901975001 Tine Holder-welded steel, fitsleft or right sides..

Section 2AssemblyA WARNINGTo prevent personal injury or property damage, do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete

Parts ListMODELS 12090, 12204ELECTRIC START SYSTEM2 j I Starter-Solenoid Activate Wire (Red)^ Cabfe To Engine Base60

MODELS 12090,12204Parts ListREFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTION QTY.REFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.1 96515 Cable-battery, positive and negative239265 Tie-plastic, w

Parts ListMODELS 12089, 12090, 12204WHEELS^INES/PTO DRIVE LEVER & YOKE ASSEMBLY40.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY.REFNo.PARTNo.DESCRIPTIONQTY1 25741еуег-\/\

MODELS 12089, 12090, 12204Parts ListBUMPER ATTACHMENTREFNo.PARTNo. DESCRIPTIONQTY.REFNo.PARTNo. DESCRIPTION QTY12588Bumper Attachment. Includes6 11002

CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATIONOwner Registration CardPlease fill out and mail the enclosed owner registration card. The purpose of this card is to regis

Section 2: Assembly2. Place the handlebar ends on either side of the base, with the wire harness toward the rear of the base (Figure 2-2).3. Install

Section 2: AssemblyRemove the temporary screw (J, Figure 2-7) from the forward holes and move the Wheels/Tines/PTO Lever fully forward. Install the wi

Section 2: AssemblyIMPORTANT: Check gear oil level in both transmissions after the first 2 hours of new tiller operation, then every 30 operating hour