Troy-Bilt TB2246 User Manual

TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Printed In USAOperatOr’s ManualSafe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance •

Connecting the Battery CablesCALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, che

Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired p

Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in  and described on the following pages.WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and in

Deck Lift Leverthe deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever to t

PTO/Blade Engage Handlepower to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. Push forward on the 

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. • AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.• I

Driving The TractorWARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.  Lightly press th e brake pe dal to release the p arking b rake

Driving On Slopeswhere you may operate the tractor safely.WARNING! Do not mow on inclines

Engaging the PTO Move the Throt

Maintenance ScheduleBefore Each useEvery 10 HoursEvery 25 HoursEvery 50 HoursEvery 100 HoursPrior to StoringClean Hood/Dash LouversP PCheck Engine Oi

Customer SupportPlease do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the Customer Support Department.If you have diffic

3. Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See .Figure 6-1 Remove the oil fill cap/dipst

 surface. See . Figure 6-25. Turn the water on.  

AdjustmentsWARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. Protect your hands by using h

Leveling the Deck (Side to Side)If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as

Cutting Deck Removal position and engage the parking brake.2. Lower the deck by moving th

Figure 7-5 Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier

3. It may also be necessary to loosen the hex nut on the left idler pulley to get the belt off the pulley and around the belt guard. Carefully rem

2. Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. See .Hex Flange NutFigure 7-9

ChargingWARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge the battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or

Problem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start  2. Parking brake not engaged. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected.  Thr

Important Safe Operation Practices23General Operation Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before atte

Component Part Number and Description759-3336 Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC) BS-591334 Air Filter CartridgeBS-492932S Oil FilterBS-691035 Fuel Filte

NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.troybilt.com or phone (800) 828-5500 to purchase a Parts Manual. Be sure to have your mo

The following attachments and accessories are compatible for the Troy-bilt Lawn Tractor. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an au

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FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environme

063015 Rev. AWARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warra

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FORGDOC-100020 REV. AThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise pu

4 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries.  Stop

5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSChildren Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Childr

6 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five sec

7Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceSSafety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, un

8 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS(OK) (TOO STEEP)USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINEIF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!To check t

Tractor Set-UpMoving The Tractor Manuallyrelief valve for occasions when it is necessary to