Troy-Bilt 13096 - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction
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This is a safety, operation and general maintenance manual which
does not attempt to cover major repairs.
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manufactured for excellent performance if properly operated and
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maintained. Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the
unit, its features and operation.
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Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing
laboratory.
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Introduction.................................................................... 2
Table of Contents............................................................. 2
Service Information.......................................................... 3
Unit Service and Repair................................................ 3
Warranty Service.......................................................... 3
Engine Service............................................................. 3
Identification Numbers..................................................... 3
Section 1: Safety............................................................. 4
Section 2: Attachments and Kits....................................... 9
Section 3: Safety Decals................................................... 10
Section 4: Features & Controls.......................................... 12
Choke Lever................................................................. 12
Throttle Lever.............................................................. 12
AttachmenVPTO Drive Switch........................................ 12
PTO Indicator Light...................................................... 12
Hour Meter.................................................................. 12
Ammeter..................................................................... 12
Safety Start Switch....................................................... 12
Cruise Control Switch................................................... 12
Cruise Indicator Light................................................... 12
Travel Pedal................................................................. 13
Gear Shift Lever........................................................... 13
Mower Height Adjusting Knob....................................... 13
Brake Pedal................................................................. 13
Parking Brake.............................................................. 13
Attachment Lift Lever................................................... 14
Electric Lift Switch........................................................ 14
Steering Wheel............................................................ 14
Fuel Level Window....................................................... 14
Section 5: Operation........................................................ 15
Pre-Operation Checklist................................................ 15
Tire Pressure.......................................................... 16
Seat Adjustment..................................................... 17
Operation.................................................................... 17
.«itnrtinn PmriP.Hiim ............................. 17
Sloping Engine....................................................... 18
Interlock System Test............................................. 18
Drive System......................................................... 18
Moving Tractor Manually......................................... 19
Brake Check........................................................... 19
Steering Check....................................................... 20
Cruise Control........................................................ 20
Attachment/PTO Drive............................................ 20
Attachment Lift.................................................... 20
Section 6: Maintenance.................................................... 22
Hood Removal/lnstallation............................................ 23
Engine Oil................................................................... 23
Engine Oil Filter........................................................... 24
Flywheel Screen........................................................... 24
Fuel Filter.................................................................... 24
Air Cleaner.................................................................. 25
Carburetor................................................................... 25
Battery........................................................................ 25
Spark Plugs................................................................. 26
Fuse............................................................................ 26
Fender Removal/lnstallation.......................................... 26
Brake Adjustment........................................................ 27
Gear Drive Shift Linkage Adjustment............................. 28
Gear Drive Shift Cable Adjustment................................ 28
Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment.................................... 28
Hydrostatic Maintenance and Lubrication....................... 29
Drive Belt Removal/lnstallation..................................... 30
Tire Pressure........................................................... 16, 30
Maintenance Chart...................................................... 31
Troubleshooting Chart.................................................. 32
Lubrication Chart......................................................... 33
Section 7: Storage........................................................... 34
Section 8: Specifications.................................................. 35
Warranty................................................................Back Cover