Troy-Bilt TB490BC Operator's Manual page 2

Content
Page
Calling Customer Support .................................................... 2
Rules for Safe Operation ..................................................... 3
<now Your Unit ........................................................... 6
Assembly Instructions ................................................. 7
Oil and Fuel Information ..................................................... 10
Starting/Stopping Instructions ................................................ 12
Operating Instruct=ons ...................................................... 13
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ...................................... 16
Cleaning and Storage ....................................................... 24
Accessories and Replacement Parts ....................................... 24
Troubleshooting Chart ...................................................... 25
Specifications ........................................................... 26
Warranty Information ....................................................... 28
Parts L=st.................................................... Inside Back Cover
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of
California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require_ by law that certain internal combustion engines operated
on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor_ maintained in effective working order, or the engine be
constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these
requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine, This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor, !f
it requires replacement, Accessory Part #180890 Spark Arrestor Screen is available by contacting the service department.
This operator's manual is an important part of your new trimmer. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit
for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
information from it in the space provided below. This information is very important if you need help from our Customer
Support Department or an authorized dealer.
ri I- " Modei/ParefitPartHunlber
_e 8 NUmDOr
Copy the model / parent part
MDUPPN :
Set.No:
Copy the serial number here:
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of
this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
Ca11,1-(330)-558-7220 or 1-(866)-840-6483 to reach a Customer Support representative.
Please have your
(/_ unit s model number and serial number ready when you call. See the previous section to locate this
information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.
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