Cleaning and Storage, Optional Accessory

CLEANING AND STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

CLEANING

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it.

Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon, and solvents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or handle. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.

STORAGE

•Never store a fueled unit where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

•Allow the engine to cool before storing.

•Store the unit locked up to prevent unauthorized use or damage.

•Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area.

•Store the unit out of the reach of children.

Short Term Storage (1-2 weeks)

1.Store the unit in a horizontal position. If this is not possible, store the unit vertically with the engine at the top.

Long-term Storage

1.Remove the fuel cap, tip the unit and drain the fuel into an approved container.

NOTE: Do not use gasoline that has been stored for more than 30 days. Dispose of old gasoline in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.

2.Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor.

3.Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug and put 5 drops of any high quality motor oil or 2-cycle oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.

NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the cylinder before attempting to start the unit after storage.

4.Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect it for any loose or damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts. The unit is ready for storage.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORY

ELECTRIC STARTER AND POWER START BIT™ FEATURES

This unit is designed to be started with an optional
electric starter or Power Start Bit™, which are sold
separately. If choosing to start the unit using one of
these features or have questions, please contact	Electric Start Feature
your local retailer or call 1-800-828-5500in the U.S.
(1-800-668-1238in Canada) for more information
and purchasing. You may also go to
www.troybilt.com or www.troybilt.ca.

Fig. 26

CAUSE

ENGINE WILL NOT START

Empty fuel tank

The primer bulb wasn't pressed enough

Engine is flooded

The fuel is old (over 30 days) and/or improperly mixed Fouled spark plug

ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE

Air filter is plugged

The fuel is old (over 30 days) and/or improperly mixed Improper idle speed

ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE

The fuel is old (over 30 days) and/or improperly mixed

Cutting head bound with grass

Dirty air filter

ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS

The fuel is old (over 30 days) and/or improperly mixed Fouled spark plug

CUTTING HEAD WILL NOT ADVANCE LINE

Cutting head bound with grass

Cutting head out of line

Inner reel bound up

Cutting head dirty

Line welded

Line twisted when refilled

Not enough line is exposed

CUTTING LINE ADVANCES UNCONTROLLABLY

Oil, cleaner or lubricant in cutting head

ACTION

Fill fuel tank with properly mixed fuel

Press the primer bulb 10 times or until fuel is visible

With the choke lever in position 3, squeeze the trigger and pull the starter rope

Drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly mixed fuel Replace or clean the spark plug

Replace or clean the air filter

Drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly mixed fuel Adjust the idle speed

Drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly mixed fuel

Stop the engine and clean the cutting head

Clean or replace the air filter

Drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly mixed fuel Replace or clean the spark plug

Stop the engine and clean cutting head

Refill with new line

Rewind the inner reel

Clean inner reel and outer spool

Disassemble, remove the welded section and rewind Disassemble and rewind the line

Push the bump knob and pull out line until 4 inches (102 mm) of line is outside of the cutting head

Clean and thoroughly dry the cutting head

IF FURTHER ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER.

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10 in. (2.6 cm) Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 cc Operating RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,300+ rpm Idle Speed RPM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,800 - 3,400 rpm Spark Plug Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.025 in. (0.635 mm) Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel/Oil Mixture Fuel/Oil Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40:1 Fuel Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 fl. oz. (296 ml) Approximate Unit Weight (No fuel, with cutting attachment, shield and D-handle). . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11 lbs. (4.5 - 5 kg) Cutting Mechanism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bump Head™ Line Spool Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 in. (76.2 mm) Trimming Line Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.095 in. (2.41 mm) Cutting Path Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 in. (43.18 cm)

*All specifications are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.