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Troy-Bilt 148H Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
Tiller/Edger Model
148H
IMPORTANT:READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-cov-
ered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a
spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Sec-
tion 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131, CLEVELAND, OH 44136-0019
PRINTED IN USA
FROM NO. 770-10600
(12/2001)

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  • Page 1 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com TABLE OF CONTENTS FINDING MODEL NUMBER Copy Model Number Here Copy Serial Number Here TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 CLEVELAND, OH 44136 330-558-7220 866-840-6483...
  • Page 3: Safety

    Section Safety Safety Alert Symbol This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on the unit to alert you to potential haz- ards. When you see this symbol, read and obey the message that follows it. Failure to obey safety mes- sages could result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 4 Section 1: Safety • Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then carefully inspect the ma-...
  • Page 5: Assembly

    Section Assembly WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and operating instruc- tions in this manual. INTRODUCTION Carefully read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new equipment.
  • Page 6: Features And Controls

    Section Features and Controls KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT. Know the location and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference. WARNING Before operating your machine, carefully read and under- stand all safety, control, and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual and on the decals on the machine.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Section Operation WARNING Before operating the unit, carefully read and understand all safety, control and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual and the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury. PRE-START PREPARATION Before starting the engine, perform the following checks and services:...
  • Page 8 Section 4: Operation Figure 7: Tine patterns. TILLING AND CULTIVATING WARNING Keep away from rotating tines. Rotating tines will cause serious personal injury. Use your machine for busting sod, preparing seedbeds and for cultivating in gardens and flower beds. It is easy to op- erate, but it is important that you start out slowly and read this Section thoroughly before putting it to use.
  • Page 9 INSTALLING AND USING THE EDGER ATTACHMENT WARNING Contact with rotating tines or other moving parts can cause serious per- sonal injury. Before installing or removing attach- ments, or adjusting or servicing the ma- chine, stop the engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop, discon- nect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug.
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Section Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 11: Engine Maintenance

    WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, dis- connect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. ENGINE MAINTENANCE WARNING The temperature of the muffler and adja-...
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, dis- connect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. Replacing Worn Tine Sections The tines are excessively worn if tilling takes much longer than before and soil is...
  • Page 13: Parts List

    Model 148H Ref. # Part # Description 1915039 Transmission Case - left-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) ... . 1 1915040 Transmission Case - right-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) ... . 1 1983632 Oil Seal .
  • Page 14 Parts List SEE PREVIOUS PAGE Model 148H 10, 10A...
  • Page 15 Model 148H Ref. # Part # Description 1918087 Handlebar Assy. (Incl. Refs. 2, 3, 4 & 5)... 1 777I00008 Decal - On/Off Ignition Switch... 1 777I00007 Decal - Starting Stabilization... 1 777I00009 Decal - Throttle/Tines Control Lever Operation ... 1 1917451 Handlebar Grip, PVC ...
  • Page 16 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 LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of...