Assembly & Setup; Controls & Operation - Troy-Bilt FLEX Operator's Manual

Assembly & Set-Up
Read entire Operator's Manual before
you attempt to assemble or operate
your new dethatcher.
If you have any problems with the assembly of
your dethatcher, please call (800) 828-5500. If
calling for assistance, please have the model and
serial number available.
Contents of Carton:
• FLEX™ Dethatcher Attachment
• Operator's Manual
• Owner's Registration Card
• Fast Start Guide
Controls & Operation
Drive Control
Lever
Tine Retention Wire
WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the
entire Controls & Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to
comply with all safety rules and instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING! This attachment weighs
53 lb. and requires two people to lift it.
Engine
Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base Operator's Manual
for details regarding all engine-related controls and
features.
Drive Control Lever
This lever propels the entire machine forward.
Adjustable Front Wheels
The front wheels are height adjustable for clearing
thatch from lawns of varying grass heights and
thickness.
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Unpack Dethatcher
53 lb. and requires two people to lift it.
1. Open carton completely by cutting each
corner from top to bottom.
2. Remove the FLEX™ Dethatcher Attachment,
literature, and any cardboard inserts
included with the dethatcher.
Tray
Spring Tines
Figure 4-1
Tray
The tray acts as a frame securing the tine assembly
to the attachment chassis, and provides a platform
to securely carry weight. No more than 90 lb. of
weight should be added to the tray.
Spring Tines
Remove dead grass clippings, stems, roots, leaves
and other plant debris, promoting a healthier
lawn.
Tine Retention Wire
Keeps the tines held securely and safely in place.
WARNING! This attachment weighs
Engine
Front Weels
Set-Up
This unit is fully assembled and requires no setup.
Read the entire Operator's Manual
before you attempt to operate your
new dethatcher.
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Start and stop the engine on the FLEX™ Power Base
in accordance with the Operator's Manual included
with that machine.
WARNING! If leaving this equipment
unattended turn the engine OFF and
remove the ignition key.
Connecting to the FLEX™ Power Base
NOTE: All references to the left or right side are from
the operator's position. Any exceptions will be noted.
1. Roll the FLEX™ Power Base over to the
dethatcher attachment with the kickstand
UP. See Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2
2. Roll the FLEX™ Power Base forward and tip it
up, engaging the top part of the dethatcher
attachment with the handle mount provided
on the FLEX™ Power Base (1 of Figure 4-3).
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