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Troy-Bilt TB144 Operator's Manual

4-cycle gasoline cultivator
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4-Cycle
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IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
P/N 769-00874
(10/03)
PRINTED iN USA

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  • Page 1 ,® mm_m Operator's Manual 4-Cycle Gasoline Cultivator IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY P/N 769-00874 (10/03) PRINTED iN USA...

  • Page 2: Product References, Illustrations And Specifications

    THANK TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern Service Information ......outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. Rules for Safe Operation .....

  • Page 3: Safety Alert

    The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your I SYMBOL MEANING attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by DANGER: Failure to obey a themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions safety warning will warnings they give are not substitutes for proper result in serious injury to yourself or to...

  • Page 4: While Operating

    • Always stoptheengine andallowit tocoolbefore filling • Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get thefueltank.Never r emove t hecapofthefueltank,or extremely hot from operation. They remain hot for a addfuel, w hen theengine ishot.Never o perate t heunit short time after you turn off the unit.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS 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 THROWN OBJECTS AND SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE indicates danger, warning, or...
  • Page 6 APPLICATION Usethisunitforcultivating sodandlighttomedium soil. Alsofor cultivating ingarden areas, a round trees,etc. STOP/OFF (0) Throttle Control Primer Bulb STARTION Handlebar Muffler Starter Rope Grip \ Handlebar Knob Tine Guard Wheel Support Bracket Edger Edger/ Blade Wheel Cultivator Tines...

  • Page 7: Adjusting The Handlebar

    NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil. In ADJUSTING TINE DEPTH order to avoid damage to the unit, refer to O// To adjust the wheel support bracket proceed as follows: and Fuel Information to put oil and gas in the crankcase before attempting to start it.

  • Page 8: Oil Type

    WARNI NG: OVERFILLING CRANKCASE CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Check and maintain the proper oil level in the crank case; it is important and cannot be overemphasized. Check the oil before Funnel Spout_ each use and change it as needed. See Changing the Oil.

  • Page 9: Fuel Type

    RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE FUELING THE UNIT Old fuel is the primary reason for improper 1. Remove fuel cap. Remove the tag from the fuel tank neck. unit performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline. NOTE: Fill or add fuel to the tank only when the cultivator is in a horizontal position (Fig.

  • Page 10: Starting Instructions

    ON (I) weft- ventilated outdoor [WARNI area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be Operate this unit onlyin a lethal in a confined area. IAIA D I 11 Avoid accidental starting. I vurll_llmll,_,J. Make sure you are in the I starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig.
  • Page 11 )PERATING TIPS reduce the riskof injury when operating this unit. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy I [WARNING: Dress properly to long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants, sandals or operate barefoot.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be Perform these required maintenance procedures at the performed by any non-road engine repair frequency stated in the table. These procedures should establishment, individual or authorized service also be a part of any seasonal tune-up.

  • Page 13: Checking The Oil Level

    CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL CHANGING THE OIL For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation. Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The engine wear and oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities. damage to the unit, always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase.

  • Page 14: Air Filter Maintenance

    AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Apply enough clean SAE 30 motor oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 22). Cleaning the Air Filter Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain the air filter will VOID the warranty, personal injury, , IWARNING:...

  • Page 15: Rocker Arm Clearance

    ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE Adjust Idle Speed Screw This requires disassembly of the engine. If you feel unsure or unqualified to perform this, take the unit to an run during idle authorized service center. speed adjustment. Wear protective clothing NOTE: Inspect the valve to rocker arm clearance with a safety and observe instructions...
  • Page 16 Disconnect the spark plug wire. Adjusting Nuts Rocker Arms Clean dirt from around the spark plug. Remove the INTAKE spark plug from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in. socket counterclockwise. Remove the engine cover. NOTE: To ease engine cover removal, pull the starter EXHAUST rope out a little to give some slack.

  • Page 17: Replacing The Spark Plug

    REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE Remove the muffler cover. See Rocker Arm Clearance. Use a replacement part number 180852 spark plug. The correct air gap is 0.025 in. (0.655 mm.). Remove the plug With a flat blade screwdriver or Torx T-20 bit, after every 25 hours of operation and check its remove the screw attaching the spark arrestor cover condition.

  • Page 18: Long Term Storage

    ;LEANING THE UNIT Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. This ensures that all gasoline has been drained from the carburetor. personal injury, Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug and always turn the unit off and allow it to cool I [WARNING: 1"o avoid serious put 1 oz.
  • Page 19 CAUSE ACTION Fill fuel tank with new fuel Empty fuel tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times 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 When it is above 40°F outside, &...
  • Page 20 Engine Type ............................Air-Cooled, 4-Cycle Displacement ............................1.6cu.in.(26.2cc) IdleSpeed RPM ............................3,200-3,600 r pm Operating RPM ............................7,200-8,800 r pm ClutchType................................. Centrifugal Ignition Type ................................Electronic On/OffStopControl ............................Rocker S witch Valve clearance (intake) ......................003-.006 in.(.076-.152 mm) Valve clearance (exhaust) ...................... 013-.016 in.(.330-.406 ram) SparkPlugGap........................
  • Page 21 • As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that Troy-Bilt may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

  • Page 22: Engine Parts Tb144 4-Cycle Gas Cultivator

    ENGINE PARTS - MODEL TB144 4-CYCLE GAS CULTIVATOR Part Numbers On Following Page ® ®...
  • Page 23 ENGINE PARTS - MODEL TB144 4-CYCLE GAS CULTIVATOR Item Description Item Part No. Description 753-04288 Palnut 753 04028 Engine Cover 753-1199 Recoil Pulley 791 182339 Engine Cover Screws 753-04286 Recoil Spring 791 182651 Starter Rope Eyelet 791-182366 Nut Clip 791 182652 Eyelet Nut 791-181079 Pull Handle...
  • Page 24 BOOM AND CULTIVATOR PARTS - MODEL TB144 4-CYCLE GAS CULTIVATOR ® Item Description Item Part No. Description 753-04060 753-04042 i rottie Control Cap Screw 753-04061 Lock Nut 753 04043 Torsion Spring 753-04062 791-182405 On/Off Switch Cap Push 753-04063 753-04044 Foam Grip Wheel Support Bracket Assembly 753-04496 Throttle Cable...
  • Page 25 (90) days from the date of original retail for related expenses, or for rental expenses purchase for any Troy-Bilt product that is used for rental or temporarily replace a warranted product. (Some states commercial purposes,...

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