Operation; Starting The Engine; Stopping The Engine - Troy-Bilt Pro Line Operator's Manual

Operation

Starting the Engine

Pre-Start Checklist
With the spark wire disconnected from the spark plug, make
the following checks and perform the following services before
starting the engine.
1. Read the Safe Operation Practices and Features & Controls
Sections in this manual. Read the separate Engine
Operator's Manual.
2. Check the machine for loose or missing hardware. Service
as required.
3. Check the engine oil level. See the Engine Operator's
Manual for instructions.
4. Check that all safety guards and covers are in place.
5. Check the air cleaner and the engine cooling system. See
the Engine Operator's Manual for instructions.
6. Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
7. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline according to the directions
in the separate Engine Operator's Manual. Follow all the
instructions and safety rules carefully.
WARNING!
Never run the engine indoors or in
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
gas. Avoid the engine muffler and nearby areas.
Temperatures in these areas may exceed 150° F.
Starting the Engine
1. Complete the "Pre-Start Checklist."
2. Put the Wheel Gear Lever in the ENGAGE position.
3. Put the Depth Regulator Lever in the "travel" position (lever
all the way down) so that the tines are clear of the ground.
4. Release all the controls on the tiller.
5. Put the Engine Throttle Control Lever in the "FAST" setting.
6. On engines equipped with a fuel valve, turn the valve to
the open position as instructed in the separate Engine
Operator's Manual.
7. Choke or prime engine as instructed in the separate Engine
Operator's Manual.
8. Place one hand on the fuel tank to stabilize the tiller when
you pull the starter handle.
9. Use the recoil starter rope to start the engine as instructed
in the separate Engine Operator's Manual. When the
engine starts, gradually move the choke lever to the "NO
CHOKE", "CHOKE OFF" or "RUN" position.
10. Leave the Engine Throttle Control Lever in the "FAST"
setting.

Stopping the Engine

1. To stop the wheels and tines, release the Forward Clutch
Control levers or the Reverse Clutch Control knob
(whichever control is engaged).
2. To stop the engine move the Engine Throttle Control Lever
to the "STOP" position.
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