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General service, Your responsibility – Troy-Bilt 466 User Manual

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is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at ieast two
minutes before refueiing.

10. Never over fiii fuel tank. Fiil tank to no more than 14

inch beiow bottom of filler neck to provide space for

fuel expansion.

11. Repiace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
12. If gasoline is spilled: wipe it off the engine and

equipment. Move unit to another area. Walt 5

minutes before starting the engine.

13. Never store the machine or fuei container inside

where there is an open fiamS: spark or pliot light as
on a water heater, space heater, furnace, ciothes

dryer or other gas appliances.

14. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,

ieaves, or other debris build up. Clean up oil or fuel

spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.

15. Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before

storing.

General Service:

1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly

ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

2.

Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make

certain the blade and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.

3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at

frequent Intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,
cracked, worn) Replace blade with the original
equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only,

listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may

lead to improper performance and compromise

safety!”

4.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when

servicing them.

5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their

proper operation regularly.

7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,

disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly Inspect the mower for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and
operating the mower.

8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height

adjustment while the engine is running.

9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and

trail shield are subject to wear and damage which
could expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For safety protection, frequently check
components and replace Immediately with original
equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only,

listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may
lead to improper performance and compromise

safety!”

10. Do not change the engine governor setting or

overspeed the engine. The governor controls the

maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

11. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

12. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.

Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm

the environment.

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and

instructions In this manual and on the machine.

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