Troy-Bilt TB304BC Operator's Manual page 15

This unit can be started with an optional electric start accessory
(items sold separately). Refer to the electric start accessory
operator's manual for the proper use of this feature.
Please contact your local retailer, call the Customer Support
Department or visit our website for more information.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: To prevent the throttle control from being squeezed
accidentally, this unit has a throttle lockout. The throttle control
cannot be squeezed unless the throttle lockout is also engaged.
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off switch is in
the On ( I ) position at all times (Fig. 19).
Before Starting the Unit
1. Check the oil level. Refer to Checking the Oil Level.
2. Fill the fuel tank. Refer to Fueling the Unit.
Starting the Unit
Read the Operator's Manual that came with the electric start
accessory before attempting these instructions.
1. Slowly press and release the primer bulb 10 times (Fig. 20).
2. Move the choke lever to Position 1 (Fig. 20).
3. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 21).
4. Insert the electric start accessory into the electric start port (Fig. 22).
5. Press and hold the throttle lockout. Squeeze and hold the
throttle control (Fig. 19).
NOTE: Continue to SQUEEZE and HOLD the throttle lockout
and the throttle control for ALL further steps.
6. Run the electric start accessory for 2 seconds.
7. Move the choke lever to Position 2 (Fig. 20).
8. Run the electric start accessory in intervals no longer than 2
seconds each until the unit starts.
9. Remove the electric start accessory from the unit, unless specified
otherwise in the electric start accessory Operator's Manual.
10. Allow the engine to warm up for 30 to 60 seconds.
11. Move the choke lever to Position 3 (Fig. 20). Allow the engine to
warm up for an additional 60 seconds. The unit may be used
during this time.
IF... the engine does not start, repeat the starting procedure.
IF... the engine fails to start after a few attempts: Move the choke lever
to Position 3. Insert the electric start accessory into the electric
start port. Press and hold the throttle lockout. Squeeze and hold
the throttle control. Run the electric start accessory in intervals no
longer than 2 seconds each until the unit starts. Remove the
electric start accessory from the unit, unless specified otherwise in
the electric start accessory Operator's Manual.
IF... the engine stops while the throttle control is squeezed, repeat
the starting procedure.
IF THE ENGINE IS HOT... repeat the starting procedure.
After Starting the Unit
1. Snap the shoulder strap clip onto the shoulder strap / harness
loop. Adjust the shoulder strap to fit the operator. Refer to
Assembling and Using the Shoulder Strap.
USING THE ELECTRIC START ACCESSORY
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release the throttle control and allow the engine to idle.
2. Press and hold the On/Off switch in the Off (O) position until the
engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. 19).
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Electric Start
Port
Fig. 22