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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
Otreap Or ’s Mlauna
Self Propelled Mower — Model Series C3X/D3X
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. 769-08490
(January 2, 2013)
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Lawn Mower manufactured by If applicable, the power testing information used to establish Troy-Bilt. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be performance when properly operated and maintained. found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. If you have any problems or questions concerning the
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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 symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain v
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12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade 27. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance contact or thrown object injuries. is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than 13. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. could result. Do not hold on to the mow
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3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent Service intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with Safe Handling Of Gasoline: the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, 1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable original equipment specifications may lead to i
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Notice Regarding Emissions Spark Arrestor Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal WARNING: This machine is equipped with an EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) internal combustion engine and should not be used are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush may include the following emission control systems: Engine covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s Modification (E
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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. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER — ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in
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8 Scetion 2 — i anmtport Seaf o tioepnra p rcatiec S 15° dashed line Slope Gauge 15° Slope 15° Slope (OK) (TOO STEEP) Figure 1 Figure 2 USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Adjust ga
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Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Grass Catcher • One Bottle of Oil • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Side Discharge Chute NOTE: Please be aware that this Operator’s Manual covers both b. While stabilizing mower so it doesn’t move, pivot the low and high wheel models of this mower. While this manual upper handle up as shown in Figure 3-2. Do not illustrates the low wheel model, the instructions and features crimp cables while
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2. Remove the T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Figure 3-3. C C Figure 3-5 4. The rope guide is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Loosen the wing knob which secures the rope Figure 3-3 guide. See Figure 3-6. 3. Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly: a. Pull upward on the handle approximately 8 inches until holes in lower handle (shown in Figure 3-3 deck cutaway) line up with holes in handle bracket. See Figure 3-4. A B D B A B C Figure 3-6 a. Hold blad
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b. Slip plastic channel of grass bag over hooks on the 1. On the side of the mower, lift the side mulching plug. See frame. See Figure 3-7. Figure 3-9. Side Mulching Plug 1 2 Figure 3-7 Figure 3-9 2. Follow steps below to attach grass catcher: 2. Slide two hooks of side discharge chute under hinge pin on mulching plug assembly. Lower the mulching plug. Do not a. Lift rear discharge door. remove side mulching plug at any time, even when you are b. Place grass catcher into the slots in the ha
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Drive Control 2 The adjustment wheel is located in the drive control handle Higher housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will need to adjust the drive control if the mower does not propel 3 itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower’s wheels hesitate with the drive control engaged. If either of these Lower conditions occur, rotate adjustment wheel clockwise to tighten cable or counterclockwise to loosen the cable. See Figure 3-13. 1 High Wheel Loosen Figur
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Controls and Features 4 Drive Control Speed Control Blade Control Drive Control Electric Start Ignition Switch Cutting Height Recoil Starter Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Side Discharge Chute Figure 4-1 Blade Control Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the mower. The cutting height adjustment lever is located above the left Depress and squeeze it against the upper handle to operate the rear wheel. To adjust the cutting height, refer to the “Asse
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Operation 5 Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and 1 loose clothing away from any moving parts on 2 engine and lawn mower. Refer to engine manual for help with the engine. 2 1. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the blade control a
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Using as Mulcher Using Grass Catcher For mulching grass, remove the grass catcher and allow the rear You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are discharge door to close the rear opening of mower. For effective operating the mower. mulching, do not cut wet grass. If the grass has been allowed to 1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the “Assembly & grow in excess of four inches, mulching is not recommended. Use Set-Up” section. Grass clippings will automatica
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Maintenance & Adjustments 6 2. The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory Maintenance and does not require lubrication. General Recommendations 3. Follow the accompanying engine manual for lubrication schedule and instruction for engine lubrication. • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. Deck Care • The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent have been subjected to operator ab
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Deck Wash (If Equipped) Engine Care Your mower’s deck may be equipped with a water port on its A list of key engine maintenance jobs required for good surface as part of its deck wash system. performance by the mower is given below. Follow the accompanying engine manual for a detailed list and instructions. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals. • Maintain oil level as instructed in engine manual. Complete the follo
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Service 7 5. Place the blade on the adapter such that the side of the Blade Care blade marked “Bottom” (or with part number) faces the WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for ground when the mower is in the operating position. Make sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with sure that the blade is aligned and seated on the blade adapter flanges. See Figure 7-1 inset. a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade. 6. Place blade bell support on the blade. Align not
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Replacing Battery (If Equipped) Charging Battery (If Equipped) WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which WARNING: The battery contains corrosive fluid may cause burns. Do not short circuit or mutilate and toxic material; handle with care and keep away batteries in any way. Do not put batteries in fire as from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, these may burst or release toxic materials. mutilate or incinerate the battery. Explosive gases could be vented during charging or dischargi
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Replacing Fuse (If Equipped) Off-Season Storage The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will not for storage. operate. If the unit fails to start with the electric starter, perform • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the the following steps to check the fuse inside the battery housing: lubrication instructions. 1. Open the battery co
