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Operator’s Manual
4-Cycle Gasoline Trimmer
SUPER BRONCO TB415CS/
PONY TB465SS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For service call 1-800-828-5500 in the United States, or
1-800-668-1238 in Canada, to obtain a list of authorized
service dealers near you. For more details about your unit, visit
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DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING • The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while • Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls operating the unit as a trimmer. Do not operate unit without and proper use of the unit. both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the • Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence s
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used ON / START / RUN in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. • ON/OFF STOP CONTROL • WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL OFF
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KNOW YOUR UNIT Spark Arrestor Spark Plug APPLICATIONS TB465SS As a trimmer: Muffler • Cutting grass and light weeds Muffler Guard • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. Starter Rope Grip NOTE: The below illustration may differ slightly from Shaft Grip your unit. For example, the picture shows a straight Oil Fill shaft. Your unit may have a curved shaft. Plug/ On/Off Stop Control Dipstick Choke D-Handle Fuel Lever Cap Throttle Control Shaft Housing Primer Bulb Air Filter Cover
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL CUTTING ATTACHMENT SHIELD Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment shield on your unit is not installed. Use only the instructions that apply to the type of shaft and shield that your unit is equipped with. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the trimmer without the cutting attachment shield in place. TB415CS 1. Place the cutting attachment shield onto the shaft housing. Be sure the guard mounting bracket slides into the slot o
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Unleaded Gasoline OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION (less than 60 days old), when using alcohol-blended fuel. WARNING: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE MAY Using Blended Fuels CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Check and maintain If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable, the proper oil level in the crank case; it is important and follow recommended precautions: cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil before each use and change it as needed. See Changing the Oil. • Always use fresh unleaded gas
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STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS Stop/Off (O) WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated Start/On (I) outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 13). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Make sure that any Add-On item is installed correctly and secure before starting the unit. Throt
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body WARNING: Never use metal-reinforced line, wire, protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this chain, or rope. These can break off and become unit. dangerous projectiles. HOLDING THE TRIMMER FIXED LINE INSTALLATION Before operating the unit, stand in the Always use original equipment operating position (Fig. 16). Check for manufacturer 0.105 inch the following: (2.667 mm) replacement line. Lines •The operator is
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL Perform these required maintenance procedures at the The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil a part of any seasonal tune-up. before each use: NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special 1. Stop the engine and allow oil to drain into the crankcase. tools or skills. If yo
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 4. Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil Air Filter that may have spilled. Dispose of the oil according to Federal, State and local regulations. Air Filter Cover 5. Refill the crankcase with 3.04 fluid ounce (90 ml) of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil. CAUTION: Wear gloves to prevent injury when handling the unit. NOTE: Use the bottle and spout saved from initial Tab use to measure the correct amount of oil. The top of Fig. 28 the label on the bottle
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The cutting attachment may spin during idle speed adjustments. Wear protective clothing and observe all safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury. Engine Cover CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Idle Adjustment Screw The idle speed of the engine is Rear Slot adjustable. An idle adjustment and Tab screw is reached though a hole Middle Tab in the top of the engine cover (Fig. 34). NOTE: Careless adjustments Front Tab can seriously damage your unit. An a
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS 5/8 in. socket clockwise until snug. Rocker Arms Adjusting Nuts INTAKE If using a torque wrench torque to: 110-120 in.•lb. (12.3-13.5 N•m) Do not over tighten. SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE EXHAUST 1. Remove the muffler cover. See Rocker Arm Clearance. 2. With a flat blade screwdriver or Torx T-20 bit, remove the screw attaching the spark arrestor cover to the muffler (Fig. 42). Muffler Spark Arrestor Screen Feeler Gauge Fig. 39 Tab Screw Exhaust Exhaust Spark A
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TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank with fuel Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times On/Off control in the STOP position Turn On/Off control to ON Old fuel Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE CAUSE ACTION Air filter is plugged Replace or clean the air filter Old fuel Drain gas tank and add
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SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE* Engine Type................................................................................................................................................................. Air-Cooled, 4-Cycle Displacement................................................................................................................................................................ 1.6 cu. in. (26.2 cc) Operating RPM............................................................................
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies (Troy-Bilt) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used after the applicable period of express written warranty above in the United States, its possessions and territories. as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty or Troy-Bilt warrants this product against defe
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Manuel de l'utilisateur Désherbeuse à gaz à 4-temps SUPER BRONCO TB415CS/ PONY TB465SS Obtenez la liste des concessionnaires agréés appelez le 1-800- 828-5500 aux États-Unis ou le 1-800-668-1238 au Canada. Pour de plus amples informations à propos de votre appareil, visitez www.troybilt.com. NE RETOURNEZ PAS L'APPAREIL AU DÉTAILLANT CHEZ QUI VOUS L'AVEZ ACHETÉ. TOUT SERVICE SOUS GARANTIE NÉCESSITE UNE PREUVE D'ACHAT. Avant d'assembler votre nouvel équipement, repérez la plaque signalétique de l
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ • IMPORTANTES CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ • LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT UTILISATION • Le protecteur d'accessoire de coupe doit toujours être en place lors de l'utilisation de l'appareil. Ne faites pas marcher • Veuillez lire les instructions avec soin. Familiarisez-vous avec l'appareil sans que les deux fils soient bien déployés, en les commandes et l'utilisation correcte de cet appareil. supposant qu'un fil approprié a été installé. Assurez-vous • N'utilisez pas l'apparei
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ SYMBOLES DE SÉCURITÉ ET INTERNATIONAUX Ce manuel de l'utilisateur décrit les symboles et pictogrammes de sécurité et internationaux pouvant apparaître sur ce produit. Consultez le manuel de l'utilisateur pour les informations concernant la sécurité, le montage, le fonctionnement, l'entretien et les réparations. SYMBOLE SIGNIFICATION SYMBOLE SIGNIFICATION • SYMBOLE ALERTE DE SÉCURITÉ • COMMANDE MARCHE/ARRÊT Indique un danger, un avertissement ou une mise ALLUMAGE / DÉMARRAG
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FAMILIARISEZ-VOUS AVEC L’APPAREIL Pare-Étincelles Bougle APPLICATIONS TB465SS Utilisation comme désherbeuse: Silencieux • Coupe d'herbe et de mauvaises herbes légères Protection du silencieux • Coupe de bordures • Taille autour des arbres, des clôtures, etc. Poignée de la corde de démarrage REMARQUE: L'illustration ci-dessous peut différer légèrement de votre appareil. Par exemple : Prise de l’arbre l'image montre un arbre droit, votre appareil Commande Marche/Arrêt Stop pourrait avoir un arbre
