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Troy-Bilt 128T Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
Tiller/Edger Model
128T
IMPORTANT:READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: 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). If a
spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Sec-
tion 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131, CLEVELAND, OH 44136-0019
PRINTED IN USA
FROM NO. 769-00155
(03/2002)

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  • Page 1 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com TABLE OF CONTENTS FINDING MODEL NUMBER Copy Model Number Here Copy Serial Number Here TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 CLEVELAND, OH 44136 330-558-7220 866-840-6483...

  • Page 3: Safety

    Section Safety SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES Under California law, and under the laws of several other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, hay, grain, or grass covered land; or land covered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine spark arrester in continuous effective working order.
  • Page 4 Section 1: Safety • 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, let all moving parts come to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then carefully inspect the ma-...

  • Page 5: Assembly

    Section Assembly WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and operating instructions in this manual. INTRODUCTION Read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or op- erate your new equipment.
  • Page 6 Section 2: Assembly Chart 1: FUEL MIXTURE (Mixture Ratio is 24 parts gasoline to 1 part two-cycle oil) U.S. U.S. 1 Gal. 5 oz. 2 Gal. 11 oz. Metric Petrol Metric Oil 4 liters 167 ml 8 liters 333 ml 4.

  • Page 7: Features And Controls

    Section Features and Controls KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT. Know the location and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference. WARNING Before operating your machine, carefully read and under- stand all safety, controls, and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual and on the decals on the machine.

  • Page 8: Operation

    Section Operation WARNING Before operating the unit carefully read and understand all safety, control and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual and the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury. PRE-START PREPARATION Before starting the engine, perform the following checks and services:...
  • Page 9 Figure 9: “A” - all four tine gangs in standard pattern; “B” - two outer gangs removed for narrow tilling; “C” - the two inner gangs have been swapped for stony tilling conditions. Allow the engine to warm up for several seconds.
  • Page 10 Section 4: Operation Tilling Patterns 1. When preparing a seedbed, go over the same path twice in the first row, then overlap one-half the machine width on each successive pass (Figure 10). 2. After going up and down the rows in one direction, make second passes at a right angle across the original passes (Figure 11).

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Section Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 12 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, dis- connect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. If the engine is running poorly or has low power while tilling, an adjustment to the carburetor may solve the problem.

  • Page 13: Storage

    WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, dis- connect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. Figure 17: Narrow tilling tine positions.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, dis- connect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any of the corrections in this Troubleshooting Chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual and the Engine Owner’s Manual for the correct safety precautions and servicing procedures.

  • Page 15: Parts List

    Model 128T 14, 15 Ref # Part # Description 1915039 Transmission Case - left-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) ... . 1 1915040 Transmission Case - right-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) ... . 1 1983632 Oil Seal .
  • Page 16 Parts List Model 128T SEE PREVIOUS PAGE...
  • Page 17 Model 128T Ref # Part # Description 1918303 Handlebar Assembly ....1 777I00007 Decal - Starting Stabilization ... . 1 777I00009 Decal - Throttle/Tines Lever Operation .
  • Page 18 Notes...
  • Page 19 Index Accessories and Attachments ..... . .14 Aerator Attachment .......14 Air Filter .
  • Page 20 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of...

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