Maintenance

Lubrication

Lubricate the pivot points on the control handle and the extension spring at the end of the control cable with a light oil once every season and before the snow thrower is put into storage at the end of the season.

Off-Season Storage

If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, follow the instructions below.

1.Refer to the Engine Operator’s manual packed with your snow thrower for information on the storage of the engine.

2.Store the equipment in a clean, dry area.

3.If storing in an unventilated area, rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to coat the snow thrower.

4.Clean the exterior of the engine and the snow thrower.

5.Lubricate pivot points on control handle and extension spring at end of control cable with a light oil.

Engine

Refer to the Engine Operators manual packed separately with your snow thrower for maintenance and adjustment information on your engine.

1.To access the oil drain and spark plug on model 2T5 it is necessary to remove the lower panel.

2.Remove the three screws that secure the lower panel. Remove the lower panel by lifting up on the panel to free the tabs at the bottom of the panel from the tab slots and then pull back. See Figure 6-3.

Figure 6-3

NOTE: The bottom of the panel has tabs that help hold it in place.

NOTE: An oil drain extension kit is available separately. Contact your local Troy-Bilt dealer or contact Troy-Bilt’s Customer Support for kit #753-06684.

3.Change the oil and/or the spark plug as instructed in your

Engine Operator’s manual.

4.Re-install the lower panel by placing the tabs in the tab slots, lifting the panel into place and secure with the three screws removed in step 2.

5.Tip the snow thrower back to the operating position and pull the starter handle a few times to see if it is difficult to pull.

6.If the starter is difficult to pull, remove the spark plug and pull the handle several times to ensure that any oil trapped in the head is removed.

CAUTION: Oil may come out of the spark plug hole when it is removed and the starter handle is pulled.

7.Inspect the spark plug. If it is wet, clean off any oil before re-installing.

14Section 6— Maintenance & Adjustments