Starting And Stopping Instructions - Troy-Bilt TB590 EC Operator's Manual

OIL AND FUEL INFORMATION
FUELING THE UNIT
3. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.
4. Reinstall the fuel cap.
5. Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before
starting the engine.
NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State and Local
regulations.

STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area.
WARNING:
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the
starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 22). To avoid
serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position
while starting. Make sure that any Add-On item is installed
correctly and secure before starting the unit.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check the oil level in the crankcase. Refer to
Checking the Oil Level.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded
gasoline. Refer to Fueling the Unit.
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The
On/Off Control is in the ON ( I ) position at all
times (Fig. 20).
3. Fully press and release the primer bulb 10
times, slowly. Some amount of fuel should be
visible in the primer bulb and fuel lines (Fig.
21). If you can't see fuel in the bulb, press and
release the bulb as many times as it takes
before you can see fuel in it.
4. Place the choke lever in Position 1 (Fig. 21).
5. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 22). Press
the throttle lockout in and squeeze the throttle
control lever. Pull the starter rope 5 times.
6. Place the choke lever in Position 2 (Fig. 21).
7. While pressing the throttle lockout in and
squeezing the throttle control, pull the starter
rope 3 to 5 times to start the engine.
8. Keep the throttle squeezed and allow the
engine to warm up for 30 to 60 seconds.
9. Continue squeezing the throttle control, move
the choke lever to Position 3 (Fig. 21) and
continue warming the engine for an additional 60 seconds. The unit may be
used during this time.
NOTE: Unit is properly warmed up when engine accelerates without hesitation.
IF...the engine hesitates, return the choke lever to Position 2 (Fig. 21) and
continue warm-up.
IF...the engine does not start, go back to step 3.
IF...the engine fails to start after a few attempts, place the choke lever in Position 3
and squeeze the throttle control. Pull the starter rope out with a controlled and
steady motion 3 to 8 times. The engine should start. If not, repeat.
IF THE ENGINE IS HOT... Move the choke lever to Position 2, press the
primer bulb 10 times, squeeze the throttle control and pull the starter
rope until the unit starts. Run the unit for 2-5 minutes. The unit may be
used during this time. Then move the choke lever to Position 3.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow the engine to cool
down by idling.
2. Press and hold the On/Off Stop Control switch in the OFF (O) position
until the unit comes to a complete stop (Fig. 11).
IF USING THE OPTIONAL ELECTRIC STARTER
OR POWER START BIT™ ACCESSORY
HOW TO START THE UNIT USING THE ELECTRIC STARTER OR POWER
START BIT™ ACCESSORY.
NOTE-This Unit Can Use an Electric Start or Power Start Bit™ Optional Accessory!
Please refer to the Electric Starter or Power Start Bit operator's manual for
proper use of this feature. (Items Sold Separately! Please refer to page 10 of
this manual about purchasing these accessories.)
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check the oil level in the crankcase. Refer to Checking the Oil Level.
2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline. Refer to Fueling the Unit.
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ON (I)
OFF (O)
Throttle
Lockout
Throttle
Control
Fig. 20
Choke Lever
Primer Bulb
Position 1
Fig. 21
Starting Position
Starter
Rope
Throttle
Control
Fig. 22
STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
IF USING THE OPTIONAL ELECTRIC STARTER
OR POWER START BIT™ ACCESSORY
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off Control is in the ON ( I )
position at all times (Fig. 20).
3. Fully press and release the primer bulb 10 times, slowly. Some amount of fuel
should be visible in the primer bulb (Fig. 21). If fuel cannot be seen in the bulb,
press and release the bulb until fuel is visible.
4. Move the choke lever to Position 1 (Fig. 21).
5. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 22). Place the electric starter or drill
into the back of the unit. Refer to the Operation section of the Electric
Starter or Power Start Bit operator's manual.
6. Press the throttle lockout in and squeeze the throttle control lever. Press
and hold the electric starter or drill ON (I) button for 2 seconds.
7. Move the choke lever to Position 2 (Fig. 21).
8. Press the throttle lockout in and squeeze the throttle control lever, press
and hold the electric starter or drill ON (I) button for 2-second intervals until
the unit starts.
9. Continue to squeeze the throttle control, remove the electric starter or drill
from the unit and allow the engine to warm up for 30 to 60 seconds.
10.Continue squeezing the throttle control, move the choke lever to Position
3 (Fig. 21) and run the unit for an additional 60 seconds. The unit may be
used during this time.
NOTE: Unit is properly warmed up when engine accelerates without
hesitation.
IF...the engine hesitates, return the choke lever to Position 2 (Fig. 21) and
continue warm-up.
IF...the engine does not start, go back to step 3.
IF...the engine fails to start after a few attempts, place the choke lever in Position
3 and squeeze the throttle control. Press and hold the electric starter or drill
ON (I) button for 2-second intervals until the unit starts.
IF THE ENGINE IS HOT... Move the choke lever to Position 2, press the
primer bulb 10 times, squeeze the throttle control and pull the starter
rope until the unit starts. Run the unit for 2-5 minutes. The unit may be
used during this time. Then move the choke lever to Position 3.
STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow the engine to cool down
by idling.
2. Press and hold the On/Off Control switch in the OFF (O) position until the
unit comes to a complete stop (Fig. 20).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOLDING THE TRIMMER
WARNING:
Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection
to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit.
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating
position (Fig. 23). Check for the following:
• The operator is wearing eye protection and
proper clothing
• With a slightly-bent right arm, the operator's right
hand is holding the shaft grip
• The operator's left arm is straight, the left hand
holding the assist handle
• The unit is at waist level
• The cutting attachment is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the
grass without the need to bend over
ADJUSTING TRIMMING LINE LENGTH
WARNING:
Do not remove or alter the line cutting blade
assembly. Excessive line length will make the clutch overheat. This
may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the unit.
The Bump Head™ cutting attachment allows you to release trimming line
without stopping the engine. To release more
line, lightly tap the cutting attachment on the
ground (Fig. 24) while operating the trimmer at
high speed.
NOTE: Always keep the trimming line fully
extended. Line release becomes more difficult
as the cutting line becomes shorter.
Each time the head is bumped, about 1 inch
(25.4 mm) of trimming line is released. A blade in
the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to
the proper length if excess line is released.
For best results, tap the Bump Head™ on bare ground or hard soil. If line
release is attempted in tall grass, the engine may stall. Always keep the
Fig. 23
Fig. 24