Troy-Bilt TB6044 XP Operator's Manual page 11

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
1. Check the oil level. Refer to Checking the Oil Level.
2. Fill the fuel tank. Refer to Fueling the Unit.
NOTE: There is no need to turn the unit on. The On/Off switch is in
the ON ( I ) position at all times (Fig. 8).
3. In cold weather only (below 50° F): Move the cold weather
start lever to the Closed position (Fig. 10).
4. Slowly press and release the primer bulb 10 times (Fig. 9).
5. Crouch in the starting position (Fig. 11).
6. Insert the electric start accessory into the electric start port (Fig.
12). Refer to the Operation section of the electric start accessory
operator's manual.
7. DO NOT squeeze the throttle control (Fig. 8). Run the electric
start accessory in intervals no longer than 2 seconds each until
the unit starts.
8. Remove the electric start accessory from the unit.
9. DO NOT squeeze the throttle control. Allow the engine to warm
up for 30 seconds.
10. If it was moved in step 3, move the cold weather start lever back
to the Open position (Fig. 10).
11. Press the throttle lockout and squeeze the throttle control (Fig. 8).
Continue warming the engine for an additional 30 to 60 seconds.
The unit may be used during this time.
IF... the engine does not start, begin the starting procedure with step 4.
IF... the engine stops while the throttle control is squeezed, begin
the starting procedure with step 5.
IF THE ENGINE IS HOT... begin the starting procedure with step 4.
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. 8).
USING THE ELECTRIC START ACCESSORY
Item No.
49M2027P966 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Electric Starter
49MESCBP966 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Engine Starter Bit
49MRBESY966 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cordless Electric Starter
11
Description
Electric Start
Port
Fig. 12