Troy-Bilt Storm Tracker 2890 Snow Thrower User's Manual
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1. Figure 6 5 3 Position the bracket upward to provide more slack or downward to increase cable tension 4 Retighten the upper hex screw Check the adjustment of the drive control as described above to verify proper adjustment has been achieved Figure 6 4 3 Pivot the bracket downward to take up slack in the cable 4 Retighten the hex nut SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Auger Control Refer to the Assembly and Set up section for instructions on adjusting the auger control cable Chute Assembly Refer to the Assembly and Set up section for instructions on adjusting the chute assembly Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly and Set up section for instructions on adjusting the skid shoes Chute Assembly Overhead Chute Control If the chute fails to remain stationary during operation the pre load of the chute can be adjusted by tightening the hex nut found on the front of the chute control assembly To increase the preload tighten the hex nut clockwise in turn intervals See Figure 6 6 Figure 6 6 If the chute directional control is difficult to crank decrease the preload by loosening the hex nut counterclockwise in turn intervals Continuous Tracks The snow thrower is equipped with an auto tensioner on both the left and right sides The system is designed to maintain constant tension on both tracks However if the snow thrower fails to propel itself be2. m Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Operation 1 Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts in the auger impeller housing or chute assembly Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet The auger impeller control lever is a safety device Never bypass its operation Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury The control levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged position when released Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly Keep all safety devices in place and working SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 2 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch Keep children away Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes Do not operate on steep slopes Plan your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows walls cars etc Thus avoiding po
3. Safe Operation Practices Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty OTROY BILT OPERATOR S MANUAL Two Stage Snow Thrower Storm Tracker 2890 A WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Printed In USA Form No 769 09967 June 11 2014 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Troy Bilt Snow Thrower It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment It instructs you how to safely and easily set up operate and maintain your machine Please be sure that you and any other persons who will operate the machine carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine its features and operation Please be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Table of Contents Safe Operation 65 3 A
4. Section 3 Assemsty amp Set Up 9 Adjustments Auger Control Skid Shoes WARNING Prior to operating your snow thrower carefully read and follow all instructions below The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted at the factory Adjust Perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower them if desired prior to operating the snow thrower is operating safely and properly CAUTION Always place the Track Lock Lever inthe Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows Gravel position before operating the snow thrower on gravel surfaces When operated in the Normal or Packed Snow position the snow thrower can easily pick up and throw loose gravel causing personal 1 When the auger control is released and in the disengaged up position the cable should have very little slack It should NOT be tight injury or damage to the snow thrower and 2 Ina well ventilated area start the snow thrower engine surrounding property Refer to Engine Operator s Manual For close snow removal on a smooth surface raise skid 3 While standing in the operator s position behind the snow shoes higher on the auger housing thrower engage the auger Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared 4 Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten is uneven such as a gravel driveway 10 seconds before releasing the auger control Repeat this NOTE If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel su
5. at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220 or log on to our Web site at www troybilt com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 or call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our Web site at www mtdcanada com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty TROY BILT b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer d Troy Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution e Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts f Transportation charges and service calls g Troy Bilt does not warrant this product for commercial use No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or
6. laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate Description READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL S Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING ROTATING BLADES Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running There are rotating blades inside WARNING ROTATING BLADES Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running There are rotating blades inside WARNING ROTATING AUGER Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts in the auger impeller housing or chute assembly Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and de
7. operation At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively Failure to do so can result in accidents injuries or death Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems Engine Modification EM Oxidizing Catalyst OC Secondary Air Injection SAI and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped Spark Arrestor WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrestor is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar
8. 7 3 Figure 7 1 Figure 7 3 5 Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing 6 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self tapping screws which secure it See Figure 7 4 Figure 7 4 7 Loosen and remove the shoulder bolt which acts as a belt keeper See Figure 7 5 Figure 7 5 7 Remove the belt from around the auger pulley and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley See Figure 7 6 NOTE Engaging the auger control will ease removal and reinstallation of the belt Figure 7 6 8 Replace the auger belt by following instructions in reverse order NOTE Do not forget to reinstall the shoulder bolt and reconnect the spring to the frame after installing a replacement auger belt 9 After replacing the auger belt perform the Auger Control test on page 10 to verify the belt is adjusted correctly Drive Belt NOTE Special tools are required and several components must be removed in order to replace the snow thrower s drive belt See an authorized Service Dealer to have the drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for assistance Fri
9. ION It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip If the heated grip becomes too hot turn it off To activate the heated grips move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel into the ON position See Figure 5 1 Figure 5 1 5 Replacing Shear Pins The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with shear pins and bow tie cotter pins If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice jam the snow thrower is designed so that the pins may shear If the augers will not turn check to see if the pins have sheared See Figure 5 2 Figure 5 2 CAUTION NEVER replace the auger shear pins with anything other than OEM Part No 738 04124A replacement shear pins Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components as a result of failing to do so will NOT be covered by your snow thrower s warranty WARNING Always turn off the snow thrower s engine and remove the key prior to replacing shear pins Maintenance amp Adjustments Maintenance Engine Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual Shave Plate and Skid Shoes The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary NOTE Deluxe skid shoes on select models have two wear edges When one side wears out they can be rotated 180 to use the other edge To remove skid shoes 1 Remove the four ca
10. adly gas WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK Do not use the engine s electric starter in the rain WARNING HOT SURFACE Engine parts especially the muffler become extremely hot during operation Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Assembly amp Set Up 3 Contents of Carton One Snow Thrower Replacement Auger Shear Pins One Chute Control Rod One Chute Assembly One Product Registration Card One Snow Thrower Operator s Manual One Engine Operator s Manual NOTE Make certain the cables are seated properly in the Assembly roller guides See Figure 3 2 Handle 1 Place the shift lever in the Forward 6 position 2 Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting the handle upward See Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 3 Secure the handle by tightening the plastic knob located on both the left and right sides of the handle Remove and discard any rubber bands if present They are for packaging purposes only Figure 3 1 Overhead Chute Control Assembly 5 Finish securing chute control assembly to chute support brack
11. aft and around the spacers and position the cable should have very little slack It should NOT be the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft tight See Figure 6 3 NOTE If excessive slack is present in the drive cable or if the snow thrower s drive is disengaging intermittently during operation the cable may be in need of adjustment Check the adjustment of the drive control as follows 1 With the drive control released push the snow thrower gently forward The unit should roll freely 2 Engage the drive control and gently attempt to push the snow thrower forward The wheels should not turn The unit should not roll freely 3 With the drive control released move the shift lever back and forth between the R2 position and the F6 position several times There should be no resistance in the shift lever If any of the above tests failed the drive cable is in need of adjustment Proceed as follows 1 Shut off the engine as instructed in the separate engine manual 2 Loosen the lower hex screw on the drive cable bracket See Figure 6 5 Figure 6 3 Adjustments Shift Cable If the full range of speeds forward and reverse cannot be achieved adjust the shift cable as follows 1 Place the shift lever in the fastest forward speed position 2 Loosen the hex nut on the shift cable index bracket See Figure 6 4
12. cause the track wheel is jumping drive lugs the tracks are too loose and are in need of adjustment See an authorized Service Dealer to have the tracks properly adjusted See Figure 6 7 Track Wheel Auto tensioner Figure 6 7 Off Season Storage If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer follow the storage instructions below 1 Lubricate the machine as instructed earlier in this section 2 Store in a clean dry area 3 If storing the snow thrower in an unventilated area rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to coat the snow thrower 4 Clean the exterior of the engine and the snow thrower Always store the machine with the tracke lock lever in the Normal operating position NOTE Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual for information on storing your engine SeEcTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 17 18 Service 7 Belt Replacement 3 Loosen and remove the two bolts and flat washers securing the belt guide See Figure 7 2 Remove belt guide Auger Belt To remove and replace your snow thrower s auger belt proceed as follows 1 Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine Remove the key to avoid unintended starting 2 Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the two self tapping screws See Figure 7 1 Figure 7 2 4 the auger belt off the engine pulley See Figure
13. ction Wheel Inspection If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem the friction wheel may need to be replaced NOTE Special tools are required and several components must be removed in order to replace the snow thrower s friction wheel rubber See an authorized Service Dealer to have the friction wheel rubber replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for assistance To inspect the friction wheel proceed as follows 1 Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine 2 Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self tapping screws which secure it Refer to Figure 7 4 4 Examine the friction wheel for signs of wear or cracking SECTION 7 SERVICE 19 Troubleshooting Problem Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Fuel becomes stale after thirty days 2 Blocked fuel line 2 Clean the fuel line 3 Choke not in the RUN position 3 Move choke control to RUN position 4 Faulty spark plug 4 Clean adjust gap or replace 5 Key not in ignition switch on engine 5 Insert the key fully into the switch 6 Spark plug wire disconnected 6 Connect spark plug w
14. e chute directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process If the auger control is engaged simultaneously with the drive control the operator can release the auger control on the left handle and the augers will remain engaged Release both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive NOTE Always release the drive control before changing speeds Failure to do so will result in increased wear on your machine s drive system Heated Grips CAUTION It is recommended that you wear gloves when using the heated grip If the heated grip becomes too hot turn it off HEATED HANDLE GRIPS on OFF gt g To activate the heated grips move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel into the ON position To turn off the heated grips move the switch found on the rear of the dash panel to the OFF position a SecTION 4 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Steering Trigger Controls STEERING TRIGGER CONTROLS The left and right wheel steering trigger controls are located on the underside of the handles Squeeze the right control to turn right Squeeze the left control to turn left CAUTION Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these controls Overhead Chute Directional Control CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL ADJUSTABLE DISCHARGE RIGHT CHUTE TILT DISCHARGE LEFT R S The overhead chute directional control is located in the center of the snow thrower between the
15. e governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine 5 Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to wear and damage For your safety protection frequently check all components and replace with original equipment manufacturer s OEM parts only Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 6 Check control levers periodically to verify they engage and disengage properly and adjust if necessary Refer to the adjustment section in this operator s manual for instructions 7 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 8 Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment 9 Prior to storing run machine a few minutes to clear snow from machine and prevent freeze up of auger impeller 10 Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as a water heater furnace clothes dryer etc 11 Always refer to the operator s manual for proper instructions on off season storage 12 Check fuel line tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary 13 Do not crank engine with spark plug removed 14 According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 60 hours of
16. ean out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear of the auger housing 4 Use the shovel shaped end of the clean out tool to dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chute assembly 5 Refasten the clean out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing reinsert the key and start the snow thrower s engine While standing in the operator s position behind the snow thrower engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly Section 4 ConTROLS AND FEATURES 13 14 Operation Starting and Stopping the Engine Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual packed with your snow thrower for instructions on starting and stopping the engine To Engage Track Drive 1 With the throttle control in the Fast rabbit position move shift lever into one of the six forward F positions or two reverse R positions Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions and a pace you re comfortable with 2 Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow thrower will move Release it and drive motion will stop To Engage Augers To engage the augers and start throwing snow squeeze the auger control against the left handle Release to stop the augers To Steer With the drive control engaged squeeze the right steering trigger control to turn right Squeeze the left steering trigger control to turn left Heated Grips CAUT
17. entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Troy Bilt During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale Troy Bilt shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state IMPORTANT Owner must present Origina
18. er 14 years of age to operate this 2 Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer machine Children 14 and over should read and understand garments Do not wear jewelry long scarves or other loose the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual clothing which could become entangled in moving parts and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery adult surfaces 4 Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper 3 Use a grounded three wire extension cord and receptacle instruction for all machines with electric start engines 5 Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury Plan 4 Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge of material surfaces toward roads bystanders and the like Disengage all control levers before starting the engine 6 Keep bystanders pets and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running except where specifically recommended in the operator s manual 7 Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially 7 Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature when operating in reverse before starting to clear snow Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoli
19. et with wing nut and hex screw removed earlier Remove wing nut and hex screw from chute control assembly See Figure 3 5 and clevis pin and cotter pin from chute support bracket Position the chute assembly forward facing over the chute base See Figure 3 3 Figure 3 5 6 Insert the chute directional control rod into the support Figure 3 3 bracket on the rear of the dash panel See Figure 3 6 4 Place chute assembly onto chute base and secure chute control assembly to chute support bracket with clevis pin and cotter pin removed earlier See Figure 3 4 Figure 3 6 Figure 3 4 Section 3 Assemsty amp Set Up 7 Remove the hairpin clip from the rear of the chute control assembly See Figure 3 7a 8 Insert chute directional control rod into rear of the chute control assembly See Figure 3 7b Secure the chute directional control rod to the chute control assembly with the hairpin clip removed earlier Figure 3 7 Set Up Shear Pins Replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins are included with your snow thrower Store them in your snow thrower s dash panel until needed See Figure 3 8 Figure 3 8 Chute Clean Out Tool The chute clean out tool and cord are fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip and a cable tie at the factory Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower See Figure 3 9 Chute Clean Out Tool eal Yr Figure 3 9 SS
20. ft Lever The shift lever is located in the right side of the handle panel and is used to determine ground speed and direction of travel Skid Shoes Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions Adjust upward for hard packed snow Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces See Set Up amp Assembly section Skid shoe styles and appearance vary by model Qa a GI amp Forward There are six forward F speeds Position one 1 is Augers the slowest and position six 6 is the fastest 4 2 When engaged the augers rotate and draw snow into the auger Reverse F 1 housing There are two reverse R speeds One 1 is the Chute Assembly slower and two 2 is the faster R 1 Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly Chute assembly styles and appearance vary by model R2 Headlight The headlight is located on top of the handle panel and is automatically turned on when the engine is started 11 12 Auger Control AUGER CONTROL 44h The auger control is located on the left handle Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing action Release to stop Drive Control Auger Clutch Lock DRIVE CONTROL The drive control is located on the right handle Squeeze the control grip against the handle to engage the track drive Release to stop The drive control also locks the auger control so that you can operate th
21. handle panel and lower handle To change the direction in which snow is thrown rotate the chute directional control Track Lock Lever The track lock lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the auger housing and the method of track operation Move the lever to the right then forward or rearward to one of the four positions Transport Raises the snow thrower auger housing for easy transport kK a 2 lt gt lt ce Snow covered Gravel Raises the snow thrower auger housing so that its shave plate leaves gravel undisturbed while clearing snow Normal Snow Adjusts the tracks to be level for full auger housing contact with the ground Packed Snow Locks the auger housing down to the ground for hard packed or icy snow conditions PACKED NORMAL Chute Clean out Tool WARNING Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging The chute clean out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip Should snow and ice become lodged in the chute assembly during operation proceed as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening 1 Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control 2 Stop the engine Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual Remove the key 3 Remove the cl
22. have your full model number and serial number ready Model Number Description OEM 390 679 Drift Cutter Kit 929 0071A Extension Cord 110V 490 241 0010 Polymer Skid Shoe Kit 490 241 0038 Roller Skid Shoes 490 241 0032 Snow Cab 490 241 Y014 Troy Bilt Snow Thrower Maintenance Kit 490 850 0015 Utility Cargo Carrier 490 290 0010 Snow Thrower Cover Up to 32 Auger 490 900 0062 Non Stick Spray 490 240 0011 Fuel Test Swabs 490 850 0008 Siphon Pump 490 000 0028 Carburetor and Choke Cleaner 22208 8 oz Fuel Stabilizer 22216 32 oz Fuel Stabilizer Notes MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR O The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and or its territories and possessions and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and or its territories and possessions either entity respectively Troy Bilt This warranty is in addition to any applicable emissions warranty provided with your product Troy Bilt warrants this product excluding its Normal Wear Parts and Attachments as described below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited warran
23. ire 7 Primer button not being used properly 7 Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual Engine running erratically 1 Engine running on CHOKE 1 Move choke control to RUN position i istent RPM hunti nena hunting 2 Fuel line blocked or stale fuel 2 Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh clean or surging gasoline 3 Water or dirt in fuel system 3 Run engine until it stops Refill with fresh fuel 4 Carburetor out of adjustment 4 Contact an authorized service center 5 Over governed engine 5 Contact an authorized service center Loss of power 1 Spark plug wire loose 1 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 2 Gas cap vent hole plugged 2 Remove ice and snow from gas cap Be certain vent hole is clear Excessive vibration 1 Loose parts or damaged auger 1 Stop the engine immediately and disconnect the spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and nuts If vibration continues have the snow thrower serviced by an authorized service dealer Snow Thrower fails to 1 Drive control cable in need of adjustment 1 Adjust drive control cable Refer to propel itself Maintenance amp Adjustments Section 2 Drive belt loose or damaged 2 Replace drive belt Contact an authorized service center 3 Friction wheel worn 3 Replace the friction wheel 4 Drive tracks in need of adjustment 4 Contact an authorized service center Snow Thrower fails to 1 Chute assembly clogged 1 Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire di
24. l Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Troy Bilt LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220 MTD Canada Limited KITCHENER ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238 GD0C100166 REV A
25. ne Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved gasoline container b Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never fuel machine indoors d Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running e Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling f Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely h If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine i Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light e g furnace water heater space heater clothes dryer etc j Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing k Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling If possible remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment ona trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle
26. ne pull cord slowly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly Rapid retraction of starter cord kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains could result If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact Customer Support for assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute To clear the chute 1 SHUT THE ENGINE OFF 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use a clean out tool not your hands Maintenance amp Storage 1 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual 2 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting machine disengage all control levers and stop the engine Wait until the auger impeller come to a complete stop Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting 3 Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition Also visually inspect machine for any damage 4 Donot change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine Th
27. ol HEED ITS WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating fingers hands toes and feet and throwing foreign objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Training Preparation 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used machine and in the manual s before attempting to Remove all doormats newspapers sleds boards wires and other assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for foreign objects which could be tripped over or thrown by the future and regular reference and for ordering replacement auger impeller parts 1 Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation 2 86 familiar with all controls and their proper operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect Know how to stop the machine and disengage them your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious quickly injury to the eyes 3 Never allow children und
28. rface keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance 5 With the throttle control in the FAST rabbit position and between the ground and the shave plate the auger control in the disengaged up position walk to To adjust the skid shoes the front of the machine 6 Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating immediately return to the operator s position and shut off the engine Wait for ALL moving parts to stop before re adjusting the auger control 1 Loosen the four hex nuts two on each side and carriage bolts Move skid shoes to desired position See Figure 3 10 7 To readjust the control cable loosen the upper hex screw on the auger cable bracket See Figure 3 11 Figure 3 10 2 Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes 3 Retighten nuts and bolts securely Figure 3 11 8 Position the bracket upward to provide more slack or downward to increase cable tension 9 Retighten the upper hex screw 10 Repeat steps 2 through 6 above to verify proper adjustment has been achieved 10 Section 3 Assemsy amp Set Up Controls and Features 4 Electric Chute Directional Control Heated Grips Steering Trigger Control Overhead Chute Chute Clean Directional Control Out Tool Track Lock Lever Figure 4 1 Shi
29. rriage bolts and hex flange nuts which secure them to the snow thrower 2 Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts two on each side and hex flange nuts Refer to Figure 6 1 NOTE Augers not shown for clarity Figure 6 1 To remove shave plate 1 Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which attach it to the auger housing 2 Reassemble new shave plate making sure heads of carriage bolts are to the inside of housing Tighten securely 6 Lubrication Gear Shaft The gear hex shaft should be lubricated at least once a season or after every twenty five 25 hours of operation 1 Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel 2 Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing 3 Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the self tapping screws which secure it Refer to Figure 7 4 on page page 19 4 Apply a light coating of Bostik Regular Grade Never Seez to the hex shaft See Figure 6 2 Mn Figure 6 2 NOTE When lubricating the hex shaft be careful not to get any anti seize on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction wheel Doing so will hinder the snow thrower s drive system 15 16 Auger Shaft Drive Control At least once a season remove the shear pins from the auger When the drive control is released and in the disengaged up shaft Spray lubricant inside the sh
30. scharge snow Clean chute and inside of auger housing with clean out tool or a stick 2 Shear pin s sheared 2 Replace shear pin s 3 Foreign object lodged in auger 3 Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Remove object from auger 4 Auger control cable in need of adjustment 4 Adjust auger control cable Refer to the Maintenance amp Adjustments Section 5 Auger belt loose or damaged 5 Refer to Service Section Chute fails to easily rotate 180 degrees Chute assembled incorrectly Unassemble chute control and reassemble as directed in the Assembly section 20 Replacement Parts 9 Component Part Number and Description 954 04195A Auger Drive Belt 754 05019 Track Drive Belt 684 04153C Friction Wheel Assembly 735 04054 Friction Wheel Rubber 925 1629 Lamp 12V 738 04124A Shear Pin 1 50 714 04040 Bow tie Cotter Pin 790 00091 Slide Shoe Deluxe 931 2643 Chute Clean out Tool Z 790 00118 Shave Plate Y 951 10630 Key 951 10292 Spark Plug Phone 800 828 5500 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www troybilt com 21 Attachments amp Accessories 1 0 The following attachments and accessories are available for your Troy Bilt snow thrower Phone 800 828 5500 for information regarding compatibility price and availability
31. ssembly amp Set Up sZ Controls 12 ODGFQTION 15 Maintenance amp Adjustments 16 Record Product Information Before setting up and operating your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right You can locate the model plate by standing at the operator s position and looking down at the rear of the frame This information will be necessary should you seek technical support via our web site Customer Support Department or with a local authorized service dealer Customer Support Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If applicable the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www opei org or the engine manufacturer s web site If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine phone a authorized Troy Bilt service dealer or contact us directly Troy Bilt s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughou
32. ssible property damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet Never direct discharge at children bystanders and pets or allow anyone in front of the machine Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast of a rate Never operate this machine without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run Disengage power to the auger impeller when transporting or not in use Never operate machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look down and behind and use care when backing up If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine Inspect thoroughly for damage Repair any damage before starting and operating Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the operating position behind the handles Wait until the auger impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging the chute assembly making any adjustments or inspections Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings Always use the clean out tool provided to unclog the discharge opening Do not unclog chute assembly while engine is running Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer e g wheel weights tire chains cabs etc When starting engi
33. t this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position SEVICE 19 Troubleshooting 2 Replacement 00 5 22 Attachments amp Accessories a23 89 Cover Mopbet NuMBER SERIAL NUMBER Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the Customer Support Department If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this machine you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Visit us on the web at www troybilt com Exe See How to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www troybilt com tutorials 0 Calla Customer Support Representative at 800 828 5500 or 330 558 7220 Write to Troy Bilt LLC P O Box 361131 Cleveland OH 44136 0019 Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symb
34. ty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Troy Bilt for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as batteries belts blades blade adapters tines grass bags wheels rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes friction wheels shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires Attachments Troy Bilt warrants attachments for this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year commencing on the date of the attachment s original purchase or lease Attachments include but are not limited to items such as grass collectors and mulch kits HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact Troy Bilt LLC
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