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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
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Hydrostatic Lawn Tractor, TB 2246
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-09665
(January 10, 2014)

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  • Page 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Printed In USA Form No. 769-09665...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Visit us on the web at www.troybilt.com See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.troybilt.com/tutorials ◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220 ◊ Write us at Troy-Bilt • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019...

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 Slope Operation A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes roads and while not cutting grass.
  • Page 5 Service Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Safe Handling of Gasoline: presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme the dangers.

  • Page 6: Spark Arrestor

    Do not modify engine Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades way.

  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER—...
  • Page 8 2 — i ection mportant peration racticeS...

  • Page 9: Assembly & Set-Up

    Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Lawn Tractor • One Oil Drain Tube • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler • One Lawn Tractor Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual Tractor Set-Up Shipping Brace Removal WARNING! Make sure the lawn tractor’s engine is Moving The Tractor Manually off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic...
  • Page 10 Connecting the Battery Cables Checking Tire Pressure CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! WARNING! Do not overinflate tires. Check sidewall Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories of tires for maximum psi. Equal tire pressure should contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known be maintained at all times.
  • Page 11 Adjusting the Seat Gas and Oil To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat The fuel tank is located under the hood. Remove the fuel cap by adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the turning it counterclockwise.

  • Page 12: Controls

    Controls and Features LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter Throttle/Choke Control Ignition Switch Module Drive/Reverse Pedal Brake Pedal Parking Brake/ Cruise Control Lever Deck Lift Lever PTO (Blade Engage) Handle Cup Holder Figure 4-1 Brake Pedal Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on the following pages.

  • Page 13: Cd Service Minder/Hour Meter

    Deck Lift Lever LCD Service Minder & Hour Meter When the ignition key is rotated Found on your tractor’s right fender, out of the STOP position but not the deck lift lever is used to change into the START position, the LCD the height of the cutting deck.
  • Page 14 PTO/Blade Engage Handle Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever Activating the PTO engages Located in the center of the tractor’s dash power to the cutting deck or other panel below the steering wheel, the Parking (separately available) attachments. Brake/Cruise Control lever is used to engage Push forward on the the parking brake and the cruise control.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation Starting the Engine NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module. • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. •...

  • Page 16: Driving The Tractor

    Driving The Tractor Reverse Caution Mode WARNING! The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) and sudden stops. engaged. NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.

  • Page 17: Engaging The Parking Brake

    Driving On Slopes Cruise Control WARNING! Never engage the cruise control lever Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes while traveling in reverse. where you may operate the tractor safely. WARNING! Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2 To set the cruise control: feet every 10 feet).
  • Page 18 Engaging the PTO Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO: Move the Throttle/Choke control lever to the FAST (rabbit) position. Push the PTO/Blade Engage lever forward into the engaged (ON) position.

  • Page 19: Maintenance & Adjustment

    Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing Clean Hood/Dash Louvers Check Engine Oil Level Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Precleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals...
  • Page 20 Hydrostatic Transmission Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 6-1. The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be changed.
  • Page 21 Lubrication Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your deck’s surface. See Figure 6-2. WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease fitting.
  • Page 22 Adjustments Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary. WARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the Locate the hex lock on the end of the deck hanger rod. See ignition key and engage the parking brake before Figure 6-4.

  • Page 23: Dealer

    Leveling the Deck (Side to Side) Steering Adjustment If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.

  • Page 24: Service

    Service Cutting Deck Removal NOTE: If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be easily removed from the engine pulley, carefully insert a Place the PTO/Blade Engage lever in the disengaged (OFF) 3⁄8” drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) into the square hole position and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 25 Remove the cotter pin from the deck support pin. See Figure 7-3. Cotter Pin Deck Lift Deck Support Figure 7-5 Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from underneath the tractor. Figure 7-3 Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier. Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from Changing the Deck Belt the deck lift arm.

  • Page 26: Cutting Blades

    It may also be necessary to loosen the hex nut on the left Place the belt into the engine pulley. See Figure 7-8. idler pulley to get the belt off the pulley and around the belt guard. Carefully remove the deck belt from around the two spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys.
  • Page 27 Place a block of wood between the center deck housing Test the blade’s balance using a blade balancer. Grind baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer. metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. See Figure 7-9. NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’...
  • Page 28 Tires Charging WARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation while charging. Charge the battery in a well pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. PTO/Blade Engage lever engaged. 1. Place lever in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Parking brake not engaged. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Connect wire to spark plug. 4.

  • Page 30: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 759-3336 Spark Plug (Champion RC12YC) BS-591334 Air Filter Cartridge BS-492932S Oil Filter BS-691035 Fuel Filter 954-04219 Drive Belt (Mower Deck) 942-04290 2-in-1 Deck Blade 942-04290-X Extreme Deck Blade 918-04865A Deck Spindle 734-04155 Deck Wheel (Front) NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.troybilt.com or phone (800) 828-5500 to purchase a Parts Manual.
  • Page 31 Component Part Number and Description 925-1707D Battery 951-12182 Fuel Tank Cap 946-04542 Throttle Cable 625-05002 Ignition Key 631-05191 Discharge Chute Assembly NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.troybilt.com or phone (800) 828-5500 to purchase a Parts Manual. Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready.

  • Page 32: Attachments & Accessories

    Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible for the Troy-bilt Lawn Tractor. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Troy-bilt Service Dealer or phone (800) 828-5500 for information regarding price and availability. CAUTION: This Troy-Bilt Lawn Tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g.
  • Page 33 Notes...
  • Page 34 FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system (ECS) warranty on your 2013-2014 small off-road equipment (outdoor equipment).
  • Page 35 WARRANTED PARTS: The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part.
  • Page 36 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,...

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