Troy-Bilt 26J Mini-Rider Operator's Manual

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David

May 10, 2025

Adjustment to throttle / choke

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Mr. Anderson

May 20, 2025

To adjust the throttle and choke on a Troy-Bilt 26J Mini-Rider:

1. Locate the throttle control lever on the left fender of the tractor while seated in the operator’s position.
2. Move the throttle lever forward to increase engine speed and engage the choke when fully forward.
3. Set the throttle lever in the desired position to maintain uniform engine speed.
4. For starting, push the throttle lever fully forward to activate the choke, insert the key into the ignition switch, and turn it to START.
5. After the engine starts, release the key to the NORMAL MOWING MODE position.
6. When operating with the cutting deck engaged, ensure the throttle is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.

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Brian

March 10, 2025

does the 26J Mini Rider have a fuel filter

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Mr. Anderson

May 14, 2025

The context states that the fuel filter is optional for the Briggs and Stratton engine used in the Troy-Bilt 26J Mini-Rider. Therefore, it may or may not have a fuel filter depending on the specific engine configuration.

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Maria

June 13, 2025

What is the part number for the front tire on the 26J mini rider

Summary of Contents for Troy-Bilt 26J Mini-Rider

Page 1 Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty ’ peratOr anual Lawn Tractor — 26J Mini-Rider WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing your new equipment. It was carefully The manufacturer reserves the right to change product engineered to provide excellent performance when properly specifications, designs and equipment without notice and operated and maintained. without incurring obligation.
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
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 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Never carry passengers. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden backing to avoid a back-over accident.
Page 5 Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the When practical, remove gas-powered equipment area. from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on Before and while backing, look behind and down for a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a small children.
Page 6: Spark Arrestor
Do not modify engine Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the way.
Page 7: Safety Symbols
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S WARNING— SLOPE OPERATION MANUAL(S) Do not operate this machine on Read, understand, and follow...
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Page 9: Contents Of Hardware Pack
Assembly & Set-Up Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Crate • One Riding Mower • One Seat Assembly • One Discharge Chute Assembly • One Steering Wheel/Shaft Assembly • One Rear Engine Cover • One Mulch Plug (*) • One Rear Hitch Plate •...
Page 10 Tighten the shoulder bolt and lock nut using a 9/16” wrench and 7/16”wrench or socket. Remove the pedestal cap mount hex screw factory installed and located on the tractor’s steering console. Retain the screw for later instructions. Slide the Pedestal cap down onto the tractor (1) and slighty rotate to the right to clip into place.
Page 11 Adjustment Bolt Figure 1-7 Figure 1-8 Installing the Mulch Plug Note: Make sure that the bolt’s shoulder is completely recessed into the seat bracket when securing the lock nut. WARNING! NEVER operate this tractor without To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the adjustment bolt on either the mulch plug or deck chute installed.
Page 12 Install The Rear Engine Cover Connecting the Battery Cables Remove the two factory installed hex screws located on the rear CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING engine cover mounting bracket. Retain the screws for later Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories instructions. See . contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and Install the rear engine cover by positioning it in place as shown...
Page 13: Tire Pressure
Tire Pressure WARNING! Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. The recommended operating tire pressure is: • Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires • Approximately 14 psi for the front tires IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire...
Page 14: Controls & Features
Controls & Features Clutch/Brake Pedal Speed Control & Parking Brake Lever Fuel Level Indicator Ignition Switch Module Shift Lever Fuel Fill Cap Throttle/Choke Lever Deck Lift Lever Cup Holder PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Oil Fill Cap Figure 4-1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 and described on the following pages. WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual, including the entire Operation section, before attempting to operate this machine.
Page 15 Throttle / Choke Control Reverse The throttle control lever is located on the left fender of the Push tractor seated in the operator’s position, see Figure 4-1. This lever Button controls the speed of the engine, as well as the choke when it is pushed all the way forward.
Page 16 Speed Control Lever Deck Lift Lever The speed control lever, located on the right side of the tractor’s Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to steering console, allows you to regulate the ground speed of the change the height of the cutting deck.
Page 17: Safety Interlock Switches
Operation Operation Steering Wheel Height Adjustment (if equipped) WARNING If equipped, this unit has a telescoping steering column. To Avoid Serious Injury or Death adjust the height of the steering wheel: • Know location and function of all controls. Sit in the operator’s seat and place your hands on the •...
Page 18: Setting The Cutting Height
Setting the Cutting Height Driving The Tractor Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed the deck lift lever in any of the different cutting height and sudden stops. notches on the right side of the fender. WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor WARNING!
Page 19: Engaging The Blades
Reverse Caution Mode The operator engages the parking brake by fully depressing the brake pedal and holding it down (Models equipped with ignition switch module) while moving the parking brake lever into the PARK WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating BRAKE position.
Page 20 Mulching Using the Deck Lift Lever A mulch kit has been supplied with your unit. Mulching is a To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath place it in the notch best suited for your application. Refer to the cutting deck.
Page 21: Maintenance & Adjustment
Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz. WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or Reinstall the oil drain plug securely. Be careful not to repairs, disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral overtighten.
Page 22 NOT recommended. It may cause damage to electrical adjustment. See an authorized Troy-bilt Service Dealer to have components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. your brakes properly adjusted.
Page 23 Off Season Storage Leveling the Deck NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any WARNING! Never store lawn tractor with fuel in deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires, later in this section of tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel this manual for more information regarding tire pressure.
Page 24: Maintenance Schedule
Draining the fuel Locate the fuel filter, which is located on the left side of the engine, and may be attached to the engine with a tie strap. Cut the tie strap, if present, then pinch the in-line clamp on the fuel filter with a pair of pliers, slide the clamp up the fuel line.
Page 25: Service
Service Cutting Deck Removal Remove the remaining bow-tie cotter pins securing the deck to the unit, as shown in Figure 7-3 . To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows: Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake.
Page 26 Changing the Deck Belt NOTE: It is possible to change the deck belt with the cutting deck still installed on the tractor, however it is much easier to remove the deck first, change the deck belt, then reinstall the cutting deck. To change the cutting deck belt, proceed as follows: It is easiest to change the deck belt by first removing the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section.
Page 27: Cutting Blade
Cutting Blade CAUTION: If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle’s WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove engine when jump starting your tractor. ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for Start the tractor as instructed in the Operation section of sharpening or replacement.
Page 28: Dealer
Changing the Transmission Drive Belt To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- to 30° (i.e.
Page 29: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. PTO/Blade engaged 1. Place blade engage lever in disengaged (OFF) position. 2. Spark plug wire disconnected 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gas.
Page 30: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 954-05001 Drive Belt (Mowing Deck) 918-04822A Deck Spindle Cutting Blade (30”) 942-04385 925-1707D Battery Fuel Tank Cap 751-12179B 925-1745A 634-04732 Front Wheel Ass’y Complete 13 x 5 x 6 734-0298-0901 Tire Only (Front) 13 x 5 x 6 634-0591 Rear Wheel Ass’y Complete 16 x 6.5 x 8 734-04641...
Page 31: Attachments & Accessories
Attachments & Accessories The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Mini-Rider Lawn Tractors. See your authorized dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. CAUTION: The Mini-Rider Lawn Tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or plow).
Page 32: Emission Control Warranty Statement
FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system (ECS) warranty on your 2013-2014 small off-road equipment (outdoor equipment).
Page 33 Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
Page 34: Warranty
FOUR YEAR SUPREME WARRANTY: For four years from date of retail purchase within Canada, MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
Page 35 Notes...