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Operator's Manual
21" Rear Discharge
Push Mower
Model 416
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered 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 (Section 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 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.
FORM NO. 769-00590.fm
(12/2002)
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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual 21” Rear Discharge Push Mower Model 416 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Troubleshooting... 14 Parts List... 15 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
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. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
unclogging the chute. The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating. 13. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working. - Page 5 Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”...
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Page 6: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE... -
Page 7: Assembling Your Lawn Mower
Wire Spark Plug Figure 1 • Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it against the engine. See Figure 1 . • In the case of lawn mowers where engine is equipped with a rubber boot, attach rubber boot to a bolt on the engine to ground. -
Page 8: Attaching Grass Catcher To Mower
bracket (carriage bolt must go to the inside of handle). Secure with one plastic wing nut, also included in the hardware pack. Repeat on the other side with remaining items from the hardware pack. • The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper handle. -
Page 9: Know Your Lawn Mower
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare the illustrations in Figure 9 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Upper Handle Recoil Starter Grass Catcher Height Adjustment Lever Blade Control Handle The blade control handle is located on the upper handle of the mower. -
Page 10: Making Adjustments
• Be sure that lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. -
Page 11: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
See Figure 11. All four levers on the four wheels must be placed in the same relative position for uniform cutting height SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or maintenance. - Page 12 • The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. It is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter for the best test of balance. •...
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Page 13: Off-Season Stoarge
To service the air cleaner, refer to the engine manual. SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the lawn mower is not going to be used for 30 days or longer, prepare the unit for storage. Follow the steps below for proper storage of the mower. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Excessively high grass. Uneven cut Wheels not positioned correctly. Dull blade. NOTE: For repairs beyond those listed above, contact a Bolens authorized service dealer. Corrective Actions Engage blade control handle. Connect wire to spark plug. Refer to the engine manual. -
Page 15: Parts List
SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 416... - Page 16 Model 416 Ref. Part No. 747-1161A Control Handle 749-1092A Upper Handle 747-04080 Grass Catcher Frame 749-0928A Lower Handle 720-0279 Wing Nut 710-1205 Rope Guide 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2 664-04005 Grass Bag Assembly 720-0284 Hand Knob 736-0451 Saddle Washer...
- Page 17 YOUR NOTES Date Comments...
- Page 18 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 two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or...