Troy-Bilt E686N Features and Controls, Engine Controls, Engine Throttle Lever, Keyswitch Starter

Section 3: Features and Controls

WARNING

The tiller handlebars can be swung out 30o to the right side for use only with the PTO Chipper/Shredder attachment. This is done by loosening the mounting bolt on the handlebar base. Never operate your tiller or attachments, other than the PTO Chipper/Shredder, with the handle- bars in the right side position. Doing so could result in unsafe handling and personal injury.

Engine Controls

Refer to the engine manufacturer’s Engine Owner’s Manual (included in the tiller lit- erature package) to identify the controls on your engine.

IMPORTANT: An engine On/Off switch, a secondary throttle control, a choke lever and a fuel line shut-off control may be located on the engine. Refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual for detailed information.

Engine Throttle Lever

Use the throttle lever (G, Figure 3-1) to adjust engine speed as well as to start and stop the engine.

Move the lever away from the STOP position before starting the engine. Engine speeds are variable and range between the FAST and SLOW. Use the STOP position to turn the engine off.

NOTE: A secondary throttle lever is located on the front of the 8HP and 10HP engines. A separate On/Off switch may also be available on the engine. (See Engine Owner’s Manual for information.)

Keyswitch Starter

The keyswitch starter on electric start models (A, Figure 3-5) has three positions: OFF, RUN and START. Turn the key to START to start the engine.

Release the key and
it will return to the
RUN position. Turn	A
the key to OFF to
stop the engine.
(Another way to
stop the engine is to
move the engine
throttle lever to the	Figure 3-5
STOP position.)

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury or damage to equipment, do not start your engine at this time. Complete starting instructions are described in Section 4, Operation.

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