Troy-Bilt TB4000 manual Introduction, Table of Contents, Contents of Carton, Thank You

Introduction

THANK YOU

Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to-understand oper- ating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition.

PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual 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.

Copyright© 2000 MTD Southwest Inc All Rights Reserved.

Table of Contents

Introduction	2	Stopping Instructions	15
Table of Contents	2	Holding the Trimmer	16
Contents of Carton	2	Adjusting Trimming Line Length	16
Service Information	3	Tips for Best Trimming Results	16
Identification Numbers	3	Decorative Trimming	17
Section 1: Safety	4-7	Using the Cutting Blade	17
Important Safety Information	4-6	Section 6: Maintenance	18-24
Safety and International Symbols	6-7	Maintenance Schedule	18
Section 2: Know Your Unit	8	Line Installation	18-19
Section 3: Assembly	9	Installing a Prewound Reel	20
Installing and Adjusting the J-handle	9	Checking the Oil Level	20
Installing the Harness	10	Changing the Oil	20-21
Removing and Installing the Cutting Attachment Shield .. 10		Air Filter Maintenance	21
Remove the Cutting Attachment and		Carburetor Adjustment	22
Install the Cutting Blade	10-12	Rocker Arm Clearance	22-23
Remove the Cutting Blade and		Replacing the Spark Plug	23
Install the Cutting Attachment	12	Accessories/Replacement parts	24
Section 4: Oil and Fuel	13-14	Cleaning	24
Recommended Oil Type	13	Storage	24
Recommended Fuel Type	13	Long Term Storage	24
Fueling Unit	14	Section 7: Troubleshooting	25
Section 5: Operation	14-17	Section 8: Specifications	26
Starting Instructions	14-15	Section 9: Warranty	27-28

Contents of Carton

•	Model TB4000 Trimmer/Brush Cutter	•	Locking Rod Tool
∆	Large Bump Head Cutting Attachment	•	Owner/Operator Manual
∆	4-Tooth Brush Blade	•	Product Registration Card
∆	J-Handle and Hardware	•	Bottle of 4-Cycle Oil
•	Cutting Attachment Shield with Hardware	∆	This item will either be installed on the unit or in the
•	Shoulder Harness		hardware pack

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