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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. TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the leaf blower. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 www.troybilt.com...
SECTION 1: 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.
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Service Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away from heat and open flame, and out of the reach of children. Check and add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LEAF BLOWER This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil IMPORTANT: in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your unit. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the leaf blower is observed from the operating position.
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SECTION 3: OPERATING YOUR LEAF BLOWER WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Gas And Oil Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your leaf blower.
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SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR LEAF BLOWER WARNING: Before performing any mainte- nance or repairs, stop the engine, wait until the machine comes to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unin- tended starting. Lubrication Wheels: Rear wheels are provided with light oil bearings.
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SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. (If Equipped) 4. Blocked fuel line. 5. Faulty spark plug. 6. Engine flooded. Engine runs erratic 1.
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SECTION 7: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 657 Ref. Part No. Part Description 14540B Engine Housing Brace Assembly 710-0607 Hex Self Tapping Screw 5/16 x .5 710-1260A Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 736-0170 Special L-Washer 5/16” x.88 OD 14541 Right Angle Bracket 710-0672 Hex Screw, 5/16-24 x 1.25...
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MODEL 657 Ref. Part No. Part Description 749-0784 Upper Handle 726-0100 Push Nut 3/8 720-0171 Crank Knob 736-0117 Flat Washer.385 ID x.62 OD 710-0805 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50 16453 Engine Mounting Frame Assembly 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 ID 712-0267...
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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, its possessions and territories. “Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing...