Troy-Bilt 830 Series Operator's Manual

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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
*Shown with Optional Electric Start
21-inch Rotary Mower — Model Series 830
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: This unit 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 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
(Section 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 through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
FORM NO. 769-02163B
PRINTED IN U.S.A
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
4/26/2007

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  • Page 1 Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL *Shown with Optional Electric Start 21-inch Rotary Mower — Model Series 830 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unit 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 arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare, and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Slope Gauge... 3 Safe Operation Practices ... 4 Setup and Adjustment ...
  • Page 3: Slope Gauge

    Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).
  • Page 4: Safe Operation Practices

    DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator Safe can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- ging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
  • Page 6: Setup And Adjustment

    Setup and Adjustment NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several Figure 3-1: Unfold handle and tighten hardware. models. Lawn Mower features vary by model. Not all features discussed (or engines pictured) in this manual are applicable to all Lawn Mower models. NOTE: Stand behind the mower as if you were going to operate...
  • Page 7 b. Place grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. WARNING: Never operate mower unless the hooks on the grass catcher are firmly seated on the pivot rod and the rear discharge door rests firmly against top of the grass catcher.
  • Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    Operating Your Lawn Mower WARNING The blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. Now that you have setup your lawn mower for operation, Use extreme care it’s important to become aquainted with its controls and features.
  • Page 9: Starting Engine

    WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Starting Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower...
  • Page 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    Maintaining Your Lawn Mower Figure 5-1: Lubrication areas on the mower. WARNING Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before clean- ing, lubricating, or performing any kind of maintenance on your machine. Figure 5-2: Replacing the rear flap. IMPORTANT: The use General Recommendations of a pressure washer...
  • Page 11: Blade Care

    Blade Care WARNING: When removing cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold blade. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Turn mower on its side making sure that the air filter and the carburetor are up.
  • Page 12 7. Replace with new belt, working it between the deck and baffle, first around the transmission pulley and then the engine pulley. NOTE: Make certain that belt is seated correctly and that it is riding smoothly on the engine pulley and is not pinched between the lower and upper pulley halves.
  • Page 13 Charging Battery (If Equipped) WARNING: The battery contains cor- rosive fluid and toxic material; handle with care and keep away from children. Do not puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery. Explosive gases could be vented during charging or discharging. Use in a well ventilated area, away from sources of ignition.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Problem Engine fails to start Trouble Shooting Engine runs erratic For repairs beyond the minor adjust- ments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed Idles poorly Excessive Vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut Mower will not self propel...
  • Page 15: Off-Season Storage And Safety Labels

    Safety Labels Found On Your Lawn Mower • • • • Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine. Gasoline is flammable. Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling. Engines emit carbon monoxide. DO NOT run in enclosed area.
  • Page 16 Model Series 830...
  • Page 17: Parts List

    Ref. Part No. Description 746-04265A Drive Cable 735-04059 Rubber Grommet 753-05096A Drive Control Assembly 731-04204 Bail Cover 747-1161A Blade Control 746-04213 Control Cable 749-04037 Lower Handle 725-0157 Cable Tie 732-04265 Torsion Spring, LH 710-0599 TT Screw, 1/4-20 x .500 787-01341A 21-inch Deck 710-0654A TT Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00...
  • Page 18 Model Series 830 shown for reference shown for reference...
  • Page 19 Ref. Part No. Description 754-04093 V-Belt 732-04338 Spring Lever 720-0230 Foam Grip 717-04184A Spur Gear, 14T - LH 710-0599 TT Screw, 1/4-20 x 0.50 750-04305A Spacer 749-04267A Cross Bracket 687-02204 Front Bracket Assembly 731-05470 Clip Spacer 741-04136B Split Hex Flange Bearing 734-04014B Front Wheel 712-04065 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16...
  • 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 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”).

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