Troy-Bilt Pro-Line Manual Do Utilizador

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Starting the Engine
Pre-Start Checklist
With the spark wire disconnected from the spark plug, make 
the following checks and perform the following services before 
starting the engine.
Read the Safe Operation Practices and Features & Controls 
Sections in this manual. Read the separate Engine 
Operator’s Manual.
Check the machine for loose or missing hardware. Service 
as required.
Check the engine oil level. See the Engine Operator’s 
Manual for instructions.
Check that all safety guards and covers are in place.
Check the air cleaner and the engine cooling system. See 
the Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions.
Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
Fill the fuel tank with gasoline according to the directions 
in the separate Engine Operator’s Manual. Follow all the 
instructions and safety rules carefully.
WARNING! 
Never run the engine indoors or in 
enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust 
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly 
gas. Avoid the engine muffler and nearby areas. 
Temperatures in these areas may exceed 150° F.
Starting the Engine
Complete the “Pre-Start Checklist.”
Put the Wheel Gear Lever in the ENGAGE position.
Put the Depth Regulator Lever in the “travel” position (lever 
all the way down) so that the tines are clear of the ground.
Release all the controls on the tiller.
Put the Engine Throttle Control Lever in the “FAST” setting.
On engines equipped with a fuel valve, turn the valve to 
the open position as instructed in the separate Engine 
Operator’s Manual.
Choke or prime engine as instructed in the separate Engine 
Operator’s Manual. 
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Place one hand on the fuel tank to stabilize the tiller when 
you pull the starter handle.
Use the recoil starter rope to start the engine as instructed 
in the separate Engine Operator’s Manual. When the 
engine starts, gradually move the choke lever to the “NO 
CHOKE”,  “CHOKE OFF” or “RUN” position. 
Leave the Engine Throttle Control Lever in the “FAST” 
setting.
Stopping the Engine
To stop the wheels and tines, release the Forward Clutch 
Control levers or the Reverse Clutch Control knob 
(whichever control is engaged).
To stop the engine move the Engine Throttle Control Lever 
to the “STOP” position.
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