MTD Troy-Bilt TB4BP 4 Cycle Backpack Blower Owners Manual

Operator’s Manual 4-Cycle Backpack Blower TB4BP SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For service call 1-800-828-5500, or 1-800-668-1238 in Canada to obtain a list of authorized service dealers near you. For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com. DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE. THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S. PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING. Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer.

Before beginning, locate the unit’s model plate. It lists the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the sample plate below and copy the information for future reference. MODEL : S/N : ITEM : TABLE OF CONTENTS Service Information . .1 Rules for Safe Operation . .2 Know Your Unit .5 Assembly Instructions . .6 Oil and Fuel . .8 Starting/Stopping Instructions . .9 Operating Instructions .10 Maintenance and Repair Instructions .11 Cleaning and Storage . .13 Troubleshooting . .14 Specifications . .15 Warranty Information . .18 Parts List . .E18 P/N 769-03148 Copy the model and parent part number here: Copy the serial number here: 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. 2007 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, (08/07) RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If it requires replacement, ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the Accessory Part #753-05297 Spark Arrestor Kit. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT: Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. WARNING THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment. Read the Operator’s Manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 1-800-828-5500 IN U.S. OR 1-800-668-1238 in CANADA · IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS · READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING · Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while fueling. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately. · Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate. · Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit. WHILE OPERATING · Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a wellventilated outdoor area. · Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. · Never run the unit without the the proper equipment attached. · To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), always wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. · Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelery, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level. · To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating this unit. · Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light. · Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel. · Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to Starting/Stopping Instructions. WARNING: When using the unit, you must follow the safety rules. Please read these instructions before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use.

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