Troy-Bilt 12212, 12211 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Correction

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before performing any corrections, refer to the appropriate information in this Manual, or in the Engine Owner’s 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 equipment dealer or the factory for all other service problems.

PROBLEM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

CORRECTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine does

1. Spark plug wire disconnected.

1.

Reconnect wire.

not start.

2. Engine Throttle Control Lever incorrectly set.

2.

Put lever in START position.

 

3.

Fuel tank empty.

3.

Add fuel.

 

4.

Choke control (if so equipped) in incorrect position.

4.

See Engine Owner’s Manual.

 

5.

Stale gasoline.

5.

Drain fuel and add fresh fuel.

 

6.

Dirty air filter(s).

6.

Clean or replace filter(s).

 

7.

Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug.

7.

Inspect spark plug.

 

8.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

8.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

9.

Misadjusted throttle control.

9.

See Engine Service Dealer

 

10.Dirt or water in fuel tank.

10. See Engine Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

Keyswitch does

1. Electrical connections loose or disconnected.

1.

Tighten or reconnect wiring.

not start engine

2. Battery discharged.

2.

Charge battery (see “Battery Maintenance,” Section 5).

(electric start

3. Broken wire in wiring system.

3.

Replace broken wiring.

model only)

4. Malfunctioning starter motor.

4.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

5.

Corroded battery terminals.

5.

Clean terminals (see “Battery Maintenance,” Section 5).

 

6.

Poor contact on ground wire terminals.

6.

Scrape paint off terminals.

 

 

 

 

Engine runs poorly.

1. Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug.

1.

Inspect spark plug (see Engine Owner’s Manual).

 

2.

Dirty air filter(s).

2.

Clean or replace (see Engine Owner’s Manual).

 

3.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

3.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

4.

Stale gasoline.

4.

Replace with fresh gasoline.

 

5.

Dirt or water in fuel tank.

5.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

6.

Engine cooling system clogged.

6.

Clean air cooling system (see Engine Owner’s Manual).

 

 

 

 

Engine overheats.

1. Engine cooling system clogged.

1.

Clean air cooling area (see Engine Owner’s Manual).

 

2.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

2.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

3.

Oil level is low.

3.

Check oil level (see Engine Owner’s Manual).

 

 

 

 

Engine does not

1. Misadjusted throttle control cable (recoil start model).

1.

See Engine Owner’s Manual or Engine Service Dealer.

shut off.

2. Keyswitch wire harness malfunction (electric start model.)

2.

See Engine Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

Wheels and Tines

1. Improper use of controls.

1.

Review Sections 3 and 4.

will not turn.

2. Forward Drive: Misadjusted forward clutch rod.

2. See “Handlebar Height Adjustment,” Section 3.

 

3.

Reverse Drive: Broken or misadjusted belt.

3.

Replace belt or adjust belt tension (Section 5).

 

4.

Worn, broken, or misadjusted drive belt(s).

4.

See “Checking Drive Belt Tension,” Section 5.

 

5.

Internal transmission wear or damage.

5.

Contact local dealer or the factory.

 

6.

Bolt and key loose in transmission pulley.

6.

Tighten bolt; check that key is in place.

 

 

 

 

Tines turn, but

1. Wheel mounting hardware missing.

1.

Replace hardware.

wheels don’t.

2. Bolt and key loose in transmission pulley.

2.

Tighten bolt; check that key is in place.

 

3.

Internal transmission wear or damage.

3.

Contact local Dealer or the Factory.

 

4.

Misadjusted wheel gear cable.

4. See “Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment,” Section 5.

 

5.

Wheel Gear Lever not fully engaged.

5.

Engage lever (see Section 3).

 

 

 

 

Wheels Turn, but

1. Tine holder mounting hardware missing.

1.

Replace hardware.

Tines Don’t.

2. Internal transmission wear or damage.

2.

Contact local Dealer or the Factory.

 

 

 

 

Poor tilling

1. Worn tines.

1.

See “Bolo Tines” (Section 5).

performance.

2. Improper Depth Regulator setting.

2.

See “Tilling Tips & Techniques,” Section 4.

 

3.

Incorrect throttle setting.

3.

See Section 4.

 

4.

Belt(s) slipping.

4.

See “Checking Drive Belt Tension,” Section 5.

 

 

 

 

Battery (if so

1. Broken wiring in engine recharging circuit.

1.

Contact Engine Service Dealer.

equipped) does not

2. Malfunctioning engine recharging system.

2.

Contact Engine Service Dealer.

charge during

3. Discharged or dead battery.

3. See “Battery Maintenance,” Section 5.

engine operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents 7HP Pony REAR-TINE Tiller Recoil Start Model shownSee Back Cover for Customer Service information Safety Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fallingKeep children and pets away Use slower engine speedsOperating Symbols To Avoid Serious InjuryAttach Handlebars IntroductionInspect unit Screw the height adjustment handle Attach Forward Clutch RodAttach Reverse Clutch Control Hairpin CotterReinstall and hand-tighten the oil fill plug N Check Gear Oil Level in TransmissionSelect the proper hole in the clutch If the gap is incorrectAttach Engine Throttle Lever Check Air Pressure in TiresAdd Motor Oil to Engine Attach Wheel Gear LeverBattery Activation and Charging Check Hardware for TightnessAttach Battery Cables and Vent Tube Install BatteryConnect Wiring Harness KeyswitchWheel Gear Lever Forward ClutchTo Operate the Forward Clutch EngageHandlebar Height Adjustment To Adjust the Handlebar HeightReverse Clutch Depth RegulatorStop on recoil start model only Stop Stops the engine Electric Start Keyswitch electric start modelEngine Throttle Lever Pre-Start Checklist IntroductionBREAK-IN Operation Starting and Stopping EngineOperating the Tiller Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Stop Stop positionKeyswitch to OFF to stop the engine Turning the Tiller AroundFor forward motion of the wheels and tines For reverse motion of the wheels and tinesLet the tiller do the work Tilling depthsAvoid tilling soggy, wet soil Avoid making footprintsTilling across slopes without using terraces Clearing the tinesTilling on slopes Tilling up and down slopesPower Composting Loading and Unloading TillerRequired Maintenance Schedule ProcedureTiller Lubrication EveryTransmission Gear OIL Service Check HardwareCheck Tire Pressure Check for OIL LeaksEngine Cleaning Engine OIL ServiceAIR Cleaner Service CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control AdjustmentsBolo Tines Wheel Gear Cable AdjustmentOFF Season Storage Cutting Edge Tine Reinstall the belt cover and secure it with the two nutsChecking and Adjusting Tension on the Drive Belts Threads Removing the Forward Drive Belt Installing the Forward Drive BeltForward Drive Belt Removal and Installation Reverse Drive Belt Removal and Installation Removing the Reverse Drive BeltBattery Maintenance Installing the Reverse Drive BeltReconnect the reverse cable wire to the Z-fitting Q, Figure Battery Care in ServiceTiller Weight Transmission Gear OIL SpecificationsTiller Length Tiller WidthTroubleshooting Problem Possible Cause CorrectionModels 12211 HOOD, Bracket and Depth RegulatorPart Description QTYHandlebar Assembly and Control Levers Bellcrank See PgParts List ENGINE, Support BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, Belt Cover Part Description QTY Forward Idler Assembly 9621 Main Drive Shaft Input Pinion Shaft & Gear AssemblyDrive SHAFT, Input Pinion Shaft and Gear Assemblies Wheel SHAFT, Eccentric Shaft and Tiller Shaft Assemblies Bolo TINES, Wheels Two ea. Refs 1733398 Hex Locknut, 3/8-16 1982612HILLER/FURROWER Attachment Electric Start Assembly 96512 Battery, 12 Volt, 9 Amp Incl 9462 1904522001 ROW Marker AttachmentBumper Attachment Models 12211 ROW Marker Attachment & Bumper AttachmentDescription QTY Row Marker AttachmentWarranty Service Replacement PartsEngine Service and Repair Owner Registration Card
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