Troy-Bilt 12234 manual

GARDEN W A Y INCORPORA TED OWNER’S MANUAL T iller/Edger • Safety • Assembly • Features and Controls • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Model 12234 SAFETY FIRST! Before operating this equipment, read this Owner's Manual and the separate manual supplied by the engine manufacturer .[...]

2 Dear Owner: Congratulations on your purchase of a T iller/Edger . It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Please carefully read this Manual which provides informa- tion on how to safely and easily set-up, operate and maintain your machine. Be sure that you and any other operat[...]

TRAINING • Read this Owner’ s Manual and the sep- arate Engine Owner’ s Manual ver y care- fully before operating this equipment. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly . A replacement Manual is available by contacting your authorized dealer or[...]

• Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then carefully inspect the [...]

INTRODUCTION Carefully read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new equipment. UNP ACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Inspect your machine immediately . If you find or suspect damage to the carton or contents, contact your local autho- rized dealer or the Factory for assistance. 2. Remove any packing material. Ch[...]

6 Features and Controls 3 Section TILLER/EDGER CONTROLS Handlebar Height Adjustment Knob (B, Figure 2) T wo height settings, plus a storage position are available. Refer to Assembly Steps, STEP 1 in Section 2 for adjustment instructions. Tilling Depth Adjustment Knob (C, Figure 2) Loosening the knob enables you to move the wheel bracket (K) up or d[...]

7 PRE-ST ART PREP ARA TION Before starting the engine, perform the following checks and services: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. 2. Move the engine On/Off switch to the OFF position. 3. Check that all wires and cables are properly and securely connected. 4. Check the six plastic cable ties (J, Figure 2). Be sure that cables [...]

Section 4: Operation 8 TILLING AND CUL TIVA TING Use your machine for busting sod, preparing seedbeds and for cultivating in gardens and flower beds. It is easy to op- erate, but it is important that you start out slowly and read this Section thoroughly before putting it to use. Let the machine do most of the work. The tines will pull the machine f[...]

9 POWER LA WN RAKE A TT ACHMENT – MODEL 12575 The Power Lawn Rake helps to keep your lawn healthy and vigorous. Matted grass and debris looks unattrac- tive and stifles lawn growth and overall health. This at- tachment mounts without tools and features dozens of tempered steel “ fingers ” that penetrate and loosen matted grass without dis- tu[...]

10 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE The transmission was lubricated at the factory and should not require any further lubrication. However , you should check the lubricant level after the first five (5) hours of opera- tion and every twenty-five (25) operating hours thereafter . If needed, use a high- quality , automotive-grade petrol[...]

11 ENGINE MAINTENANCE • Maintain the correct engine oil level and change the oil as recommended (more often in dusty conditions). • Keep the air filter clean. Operating the engine with a dirty , clogged air filter can cause poor performance and damage to the engine. Never operate engine without air filter installed. • Keep the spark plug clea[...]

12 REPLACING WORN TINE SECTIONS The tines are excessively worn if tilling takes much longer than before and soil is not being mixed thoroughly enough. 1. Prop the machine forward so it rests on the front of the tubular carrying handle. The work surface should be flat and firm. 2. Remove the ring lock pin (A, Figure 12) from both sides of the unit. [...]

13 Model 12234 Parts List 1 1915039 T ransmission Case - left-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 1915040 T ransmission Case - right-side. (Incl. pressed-in bushing) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3 1983632 Oil Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 1918308 Worm Input Shaft Assembly . . . . . . . . . [...]

Parts List Model 12234 14 1 5 13 13 13 13 13 13 17 18 20 21 46 29 31 32 34 33 26 28 29 30 25 24 23 22 27 43 42 47 48 50 52 51 49 42 18 19 19 38 39 41 41 41 41 40 40 36 37 35 45 16 15 14 45 4 6 9 12 11 2 3 8 44 44 10, 10A 7[...]

15 Model 12234 Parts List 1 1918087 Handlebar Assy . (Incl. Refs. 2, 3, 4 & 5) ....... 1 2 1909936 Decal - On/Off Ignition Switch....................... 1 3 1909939 Decal - Starting Stabilization ......................... 1 4 1918221 Decal - Throttle/Tines Control Lever Operation .......................................... 1 5 1917451 Handlebar [...]

CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMA TION Owner Registration Card Please fill out and mail the enclosed owner registration card. The purpose of this card is to register each unit at the Factory so that we can provide you with warranty benefits and informational bulletins. Warranty Service The warranty statement is included in the unit ’ s literature package.[...]