Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 148H Troy-Bilt
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Operator ’ s Manual T iller/Edger Model 148H W arning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-cov- ered or grass-covered land unless the engine ’ s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
2 For more details about your unit, visit our website at www .troybilt.com T ABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Calling Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety . . . .
This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 – 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National Standards Institute. Safety Alert Symbol This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on the unit to alert you to potential haz- ards.
• Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,.
INTRODUCTION Carefully read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new equipment. The Border Edger Attachment (D, Figure 1) does not need to be installed until you are ready to do edging projects (refer to instructions in Section 4).
6 Features and Controls 3 Section Handlebar Height Adjustment Knob (B, Figure 2) T wo height settings, plus a storage position are available. Refer to Assembly Steps, STEP 1 in Section 2 for adjustment instructions.
7 PRE-ST AR T PREP ARA TION Before starting the engine, perform the following checks and services: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2. Move the engine On/Off switch to the OFF position. 3. Check that all wires and cables are properly and securely connected.
Section 4: Operation 8 TILLING AND CUL TIV A TING Use your machine for busting sod, preparing seedbeds and for cultivating in gardens and flower beds. It is easy to op- erate, but it is important that you start out slowly and read this Section thoroughly before putting it to use.
9 INST ALLING AND USING THE EDGER A TT ACHMENT T o create borders or edges near walks, driveways, flower beds, etc., you must remove the four tine sections and install the Edger Attachment (this attachment was supplied with the unit – see Section 3).
10 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE T ransmission Maintenance The transmission was lubricated at the factory and should not require any further lubrication. However , you should check the lubricant level after the first five (5) hours of opera- tion and every twenty-five (25) operating hours thereafter .
11 ENGINE MAINTENANCE • Maintain the correct engine oil level and change the oil as recommended (more often in dusty conditions). • Keep the air filter clean. Operating the engine with a dirty , clogged air filter can cause poor performance and damage to the engine.
12 Replacing Worn T ine Sections The tines are excessively worn if tilling takes much longer than before and soil is not being mixed thoroughly enough. 1. Prop the machine forward so it rests on the front of the tubular carrying handle. The work surface should be flat and firm.
13 Model 148H Parts List 1 1915039 T ransmission Case - left-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 1915040 T ransmission Case - right-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 1983632 Oil Seal . . . . . . . . .
Parts List Model 148H 14 1 5 13 13 13 13 13 13 17 18 20 53 42 42 SEE PREVIOUS P AGE 56 55 54 21 46 29 31 32 34 33 26 28 29 30 25 24 23 22 27 43 42 47 48 50 52 51 49 42 18 19 19 38 39 41 41 41 41 40 40.
15 Model 148H Parts List 1 1918087 Handlebar Assy . (Incl. Refs. 2, 3, 4 & 5) ....... 1 2 777I00008 Decal - On/Off Ignition Switch....................... 1 3 777I00007 Decal - Starting Stabilization ......................... 1 4 777I00009 Decal - Throttle/T ines Control Lever Operation .
MANUF ACTURER’S LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by T roy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories.
An important point after buying a device Troy-Bilt 148H (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Troy-Bilt 148H yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Troy-Bilt 148H - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Troy-Bilt 148H you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Troy-Bilt 148H will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Troy-Bilt 148H, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Troy-Bilt 148H.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Troy-Bilt 148H. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Troy-Bilt 148H along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
