Troy-Bilt Horse TB525CS Operator's Manual page 5

water. As little as 1% water in the fuel can make fuel and oil
separate or form acids when stored. Use fresh fuel (less than 60
days old), when using alcohol-blended fuel.
Using Blended Fuels
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is unavoidable,
follow recommended precautions:
• Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
• Use the fuel additive STA-BIL® or an equivalent
• Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit
Using Fuel Additives
WARNING:
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated
outdoor area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not
start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Ignited
vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it to
cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the
tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area.
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an
equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum
deposits. Using a fuel additive can keep fuel from forming harmful
deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz. (23
ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions
on the container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's gas
tank.
WARNING:
Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated
outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be
lethal in a confined area.
WARNING:
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are
in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 13).
To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be
in a stable position while starting.
Make sure that any Add-On item is installed correctly
and secure before starting the unit.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check the oil level in the crankcase. Refer to Checking
the Oil Level.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. Refer
to Fueling the Unit.
3. Make sure the On/Off Stop Control in the ON ( I ) position
(Fig. 11).
4. Fully press and release the primer bulb 10 times, slowly.
Some amount of fuel should be visible in the primer
bulb and fuel lines (Fig. 12). If you can't see fuel in the
bulb, press and release the bulb as many times as it takes
before you can see fuel in it.
5. Place the choke lever in Position 1 (Fig. 12).
6. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 13). Squeeze the
throttle control lever. Pull the starter rope briskly 5 times.
7. Place the choke lever in Position 2 (Fig. 12).
8. While squeezing the throttle control , pull the starter rope
briskly 1 to 4 times to start the engine.
9. Keep the throttle squeezed and allow the engine to warm
up for 15 to 30 seconds.
10. Place the choke lever in Position 3 (Fig. 12). The unit is
ready for use.
IF... The engine does not start, go back to step 4.
IF... The engine fails to start after a few attempts, place the
choke lever in Position 3 and squeeze the throttle
control. Pull the starter rope briskly 3 to 8 times. The
engine should start. If not, repeat.
OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
FUELING THE UNIT
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury
from fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel
cap securely in place.
1. Remove the fuel cap (Fig. 10).
2. Place the gas
container's spout
into the fill hole on
the fuel tank (Fig. 10)
and fill the tank.
NOTE: Do not overfill
the tank.
3. Wipe up any
gasoline that may have spilled.
4. Reinstall the fuel cap.
5. Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and
site before starting the engine.
NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State
and Local regulations.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow the engine to
cool down by idling.
2. Press the On/Off Stop Control switch in the OFF (O) position.
Stop/ Off (O)
Throttle Control
Choke Lever
Postition 1
Starter Rope
Throttle
Control
Gas Can
Spout
Fuel Cap
Fig. 10
Start/ On (I)
Fig. 11
Primer Bulb
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fuel Tank
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