Troy-Bilt 14094 User Manual

TRavma'lBatens.

Owner/Operator Manual

Mulching Mower

Attachment

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

Models

14049 14094

Form 1768346 Rev. A (3/94)

Thank you for purchasing this product. We feel you now own one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment available.

Read this manual and review it frequently to familiarize yourself

with the unit, its features and operation.

All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing.

This manual is considered a permanent part of this unit and it

must stay with the unit if resold. A replacement manual can be

obtained from the factory, free of charge. This is a safety, operation and general maintenance manual which

does not attempt to cover major repairs.

Our equipment is carefully designed, engineered and manufac

tured for excellent performance if properly operated and

maintained.

Service Information .......................................................................

Identification Numbers...................................................................

Safety.................................................................................................

Assembly and Installation

Install Discharge Chute ...............................................................

Install Mower Deck Onto Tractor ....

Level Mower Deck...............................................................................

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Operation.................................................................................................

Before Operation.................................................................................

Ground Contour Cutting..................................................................

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Our products have passed rigid safety standards of the Outdoor

Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing laboratory.

The warranty for this unit appears on the tractor's owner/operator

manual. Read it carefully. Also, please complete and return the postpaid owner registration card which is included with this manual. The purpose of this card is to register each unit and

owner at the factory in order to keep the owner informed with

informational bulletins and safety literature.

Table of Contents

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Frame-Hung Cutting Raise or Lower Mower Deck

Mow at Full Throttle ..............................................................................

Mowing Tips .............................................................................................

Maintenance and Lubrication

Mower Blades ..........................................................................................

Lubrication.................................................................................................

Blade Drive Belt Replacement .......................................................

Cleaning ...................................................................................................... ........................ 10

Warranty............................................................. See Tractor's Manual

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Service Information

Unit Service and Repair

To service your unit, contact your authorized dealer. Do not return parts directly to the factory. Provide your dealer with the unit's model/serial number and the part's description.

Warranty Service

Refer to the tractor's owner/operator manual for warranty information concerning this unit.

Left and Right Sides

Left and right sides of this unit are determined from the operator's position, facing the direction of forward travel.

Repiacement OwnerAlperator Manual

A replacement Owner/Operator Manual is available free of charge. To order, phone or write to the address on the back cover of this

manual.

Identification Numbers

This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on the unit's decals to alert you to potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it.

Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury or property damage.

Introduction

This machine is capable of amputating

hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury

or death. Serious accidents which may cause injury

or property damage can occur if the following safety guidelines are not followed. The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards involving this unit.

Preventing accidents is the responsibility of every equipment operator. Accidents can be prevented.

Important!

Safe Operating Practices for This Unit

Be careful before, during and immediately

after use of any powered equipment. The following general safety precautions must be fully understood and followed during operation. Review these instructions frequently and never take chances. If you do not understand any part of this manual or need assistance, contact your dealer or our service department.

Safety

First

Read the Owner/Operator Manual for

the tractor to be used with this unit. Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate unit.

Know the location and function of all

controls before operating unit. Know

how to stop engine and attachments quickly in case of emergency.

Safety (continued)

• Familiarize yourself with all safety and operation decals on unit and attachments. If these decals are damaged or not legible, clean or replace them as needed.

• Never allow children to operate unit, even under adult supervision. Local regulations may restrict operator age. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with these instructions, to operate this unit.

• Wear proper clothing when operating unit. Always wear sturdy footwear (preferably steel-toed shoes) and hearing protection during operation.

a. Wear heavy leather gloves

whenever servicing unit.

b. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing,

jewelry, scarves, ties, etc., which may get caught in moving parts. Tie up or restrain long hair.

c. Do not operate unit while barefoot.

Do not wear sandals. d. Wear long trousers, e. Wear hearing protection and safety

glasses with side shields.

• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol

and/or other drugs.

Before Operation

• Clear work area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by mower blades.

• Keep unit in safe operating condition.

Check ail hardware for tightness

(especially blade mounting hardware—check for proper torque

specifications frequently in this area, see page 10).

• Inspect mower blades for wear or damage. Broken pieces thrown from a

worn or damaged blade can cause

serious injury.

Do not operate unit without safety devices and shields in place and operating properly.

Use this attachment only on tractors approved for use with this attachment. Contact our service department to determine whether this attachment is approved for use with a specific

tractor. CORRECT ANY MALFUNCTION

BEFORE USING THIS UNIT!

Operation

• Remain seated when starting engine and during operation. Do not try to stabilize unit by putting your foot to

the ground.

• Keep hands, feet, face, hair and

clothing away from rotating parts.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

• Be aware of attachment discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate unit without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Be sure area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop unit if anyone enters the area. Do not operate this unit with children, pets or others nearby.

• Always observe the terrain. Watch for

and avoid obstacles. Stay away from holes, ditches, soft or steep embankments and other potentially dangerous terrain. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Never leave machine unattended.

• Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

If you strike a foreign object, disengage attachment (PTO) drive, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop and remove

ignition key. Inspect for and repair any damage before operating equipment again.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. If it is absolutely necessary to mow in reverse:

a. Check area on the ground directly

behind unit.

b. Continue to observe area down and

to rear while running in reverse.

Turn off blades/disengage attachment /PTO drive when transporting unit to the work area or when attachments are not in use.

Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.

Never dismount to make a cutting height adjustment while the engine is running.

Shut off engine and disengage attachment/PTO drive, set parking brake and remove key before leaving unit and unclogging discharge chute or mounting the grass catcher.

Never dismount tractor to make a

cutting height adjustment while engine is running.

Children

• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Never allow children to operate unit, even under adult supervision. Local

regulations may restrict operator age.

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