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Operator's Manual
21" Rear & Side Discharge
Mulching Lawn Mower
Model 436
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
FORM NO. 769-00577.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(12/2002)
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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual 21” Rear & Side Discharge Mulching Lawn Mower Model 436 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... 15 Parts List ... 16 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: Section 1: 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
8. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your footing, release the blade control handle immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds. -
Page 5: Your Responsibility
7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. 8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area. 9. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. -
Page 6: Section 2: Slope Gauge
SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE... -
Page 7: Section 3: Assembling Your Lawn Mower
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. Disconnecting Spark Plug • Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and ground it to retaining post on the engine. See Figure 1. Figure 1 Assembling Handle •... -
Page 8: Assembling Grass Catcher
Upper Hole Wing Nut Move Hairpin Clip Figure 4 • Fasten the cable to the lower handle with the two cable ties found on the lower handle. Pull the cable ties tight and trim off the excess. See Figure 5 . Cable Tie Post on Cable Tie... -
Page 9: Removing Grass Catcher
See Figure 10 . SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 11 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. -
Page 10: Section 5: Operating Your Lawn Mower
This is called mulching. WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower while starting engine or operating mower. WARNING: Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. -
Page 11: Adjusting Cutting Height
• Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower or engine. Such objects could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others. -
Page 12: Section 6: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance or adjustments on the mower. WARNING: Never tip mower more than 90 degrees in any direction and do not leave it tipped for long. -
Page 13: Blade Care
SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR MOWER Blade Care Periodically inspect the blade adapter and pulley for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary. WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect hands by using heavy gloves or a thick rag to grasp the cutting blade. -
Page 14: Section 8: Making Adjustments
Insert hairpin clips in the inner holes of the weld pins and replace the carriage bolts and wing nuts on the handle brackets. Attach the starter rope as instructed in the “Assembling Your Lawn Mower” section. • Attach the new flap and new rod to deck, bending the ends of the new rod over to secure to deck. -
Page 15: Section 9: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Store the mower in a clean, dry area. Gasoline • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. -
Page 16: Section 11: Parts List For Model 436
SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 436... - Page 17 Model 436 Ref. Part No. Description 747-1161A Control Handle 710-1205 Rope Guide 720-0279 Handle Knob 1/4-20 Thd. 710-1174 Curved Hd. Bolt 5/16-18 x 2" 720-0284 Hand Knob 749-1092A Upper Handle 749-0928A Lower Handle 726-0240 Cable Tie 747-04080 Grass Catcher Frame...
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- Page 20 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...
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