Troy-Bilt 12168 owner manual Troubleshooting, Garden WAY Incorporated 1 Garden Way Troy, New York

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before performing any of the procedures in this Troubleshooting Chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealer for engine service. Contact your local authorized TROY-BILT tiller dealer or the Factory for service problems with the machine.

PROBLEM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

CORRECTION

Engine Does Not Start.

1. Spark plug wire disconnected.

1.

Reconnect wire.

 

2.

Fuel tank empty.

2.

Add gasoline.

 

3.

Stale gasoline.

3.

Drain gasoline and add fresh gasoline.

 

4.

Incorrect throttle setting.

4.

Put throttle in correct setting.

 

5.

Dirty air filter.

5.

Replace air filter.

 

6.

Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug.

6.

Inspect spark plug.

 

7.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

7.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

8.

Tine hood not properly attached.

8.

Check for proper hood installation.

 

9.

Handlebar swung more than half-way.

9.

Swing handlebar back into proper range.

 

 

 

 

Engine Runs Poorly.

1. Bad spark plug.

1.

Inspect spark plug.

 

2.

Incorrect throttle setting.

2.

Move throttle to correct setting.

 

3.

Dirty air filter(s).

3.

Replace filter.

 

4.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

4.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

5.

Stale gasoline.

5.

Drain gasoline and add fresh gasoline.

 

6.

Dirt or water in fuel tank.

6.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

7.

Engine cooling system clogged.

7.

Clean engine cooling fins.

 

 

 

 

Engine Overheats.

1. Engine cooling system clogged.

1.

Clean fins.

 

2.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

2.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

3.

Oil level is low.

3.

Check and add oil.

 

 

 

 

Engine does not shut off.

1. Defective engine throttle lever.

1.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

If tines turn, but wheels do not

1. Wheel Clutch not engaging properly.

1.

See local servicing Dealer.

turn in rear tine tiller mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wheels do not disengage in

1. Wheel Clutch not disengaging properly.

1.

See local servicing Dealer.

front tine tiller/cultivator mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tines do not turn.

1. Drive belt is off pulleys or belt is broken,

1.

Replace drive belt on pulleys or adjust drive bail

 

 

or drive bail cable tension is incorrect.

 

cable tension (see Page 21).

 

 

 

 

 

For customer assistance, contact your nearest authorized dealer or:

GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED • 1 Garden Way Troy, New York 12180

Customer Service: 1-800-437-8686 • Technical Service: 1-800-520-5520 • Parts Service: 1-800-648-6776 • FAX: (518) 391-7332

Outside the United States and Canada:

Customer Service: (518) 391-7007

Technical Service: (518) 391-7008

Parts Service: (518) 391-7006 • FAX (518) 391-7332

1905103 Rev. A (5/98)

Printed in U.S.A.

© 1998 Garden Way Incorporated

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Contents Model 12168 Warranty Service Owner Registration CardModel/Serial Numbers Date of purchase Model/Serial NumbersTable of Contents Safety TrainingPreparation Operation Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fallingKeep children and pets away Use slower engine throttle speedsMaintenance and Storage Know the location and functions of all controlsAssembly Tools/Materials Needed for AssemblyAdjust Handlebar Height Inspect unitHow To Move Machine in Freewheel Check External Hardware for TightnessUpper Lower SectionFeatures and Controls Engine Throttle Lever Oil Fill Tube and DipstickFuel Primer Bulb Recoil StarterRear Tine Tiller Mode How To Transport Machine in FreewheelOperation Preparation For Starting Break-In OperationCheck the Operational Interlock System by Reconnect the spark plug wire Swivel the handlebar around onTo Start and Stop the Engine Clearing Debris from the Tines If you plan carefully before plantingCultivating Tips Cultivating in Flower Beds and in Confined Shrubbery AreasOptional Attachments Edger AttachmentAerator Attachment Loading and Unloading the Tiller Maintenance EveryHours Maintenance TILLER/CULTIVATORTighten Bolts and Nuts Tiller/Cultivator LubricationDrive Belt Maintenance Tine Maintenance Maintenance Operational Interlock SystemTine Sets Should Be Inspected Engine Maintenance OFF-SEASON StorageTroubleshooting Garden WAY Incorporated 1 Garden Way Troy, New YorkOutside the United States and Canada