Troy-Bilt TB3000 - Manual (Page 2)

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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
Contents of Carton
Introduction.......................................................................... 2
Table of Contents ................................................................. 2
Contents of Carton ............................................................... 2
Service Information ............................................................. 3
Identification Numbers ........................................................ 3
Section 1: Safety .............................................................. 4-7
Important Safety Information ......................................... 4-5
Safety and International Symbols .................................. 6-7
Section 2: Know Your Unit ................................................... 8
Section 3: Assembly ........................................................... 9
Installing and Adjusting the D-handle ............................... 9
Section 4: Oil and Fuel...................................................... 10
Oil and Gas Mixing Instructions....................................... 13
Section 5: Operation.................................................... 11-13
Starting Instructions........................................................ 11
Stopping Instructions ...................................................... 11
Holding the Trimmer ....................................................... 12
Adjusting Trimming Line Length...................................... 12
Tips for Best Trimming Results ....................................... 12
Decorative Trimming ....................................................... 13
Section 6: Maintenance .............................................. 13-18
Maintenance Schedule.................................................... 13
Line Installation ......................................................... 14-15
Installing a Prewound Reel.............................................. 15
Air Filter Maintenance..................................................... 16
Carburetor Adjustment .............................................. 16-17
Replacing the Spark Plug................................................ 17
Accessories/Replacement parts ...................................... 18
Cleaning ......................................................................... 18
Storage........................................................................... 18
Long Term Storage ......................................................... 18
Section 7: Troubleshooting............................................... 19
Section 8: Specifications.................................................. 20
Section 9: Warranty .......................................................... 22
• Model TB3000 Trimmer with Large Bump Head
Cutting Attachment and Cutting Attachment Shield
∆ D-Handle and Hardware
• Owner/Operator Manual
• Product Registration Card
• Bottle of 2-Cycle Oil
∆ This item will either be installed on the unit or in the
hardware pack