Troybilt 24A-494G063, 24A-494B063 Owner’s Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Chipper Shredder

Model 494

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

TROY-BILT LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 769-00167A

(9/2002)

TABLEOFCONTENTS

Content Page

Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3

Assembling Your Chipper Shredder ................................................................... 5

Know Your Chipper Shredder ............................................................................ 7

Operating Your Chipper Shredder .................................................................... 8

Maintaining Your Chipper Shredder .................................................................. 9

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 12

Parts List ............................................................................................................ 14

FINDINGMODELNUMBER

This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new chipper shredder. It will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the
equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on
the model plate is very important ifyou need help from our Customer Support Department or

an authorized dealer.

You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the frame below

the engine. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model

number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

Copy the model number here:

3TRII BILT" TROY-BILT LL!

www.troybilt.com CLEVELAND,OH44136

P. O. BOX 361131

330-558-7220
866-840-6483

Copy the serial number here:

ENGINEINFORMATION

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-

rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's
Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.

CALLINGCUSTOMERSUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or
maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.

Call 1- [phone] or 1- (866)-840-6483 to reach a Customer Support representative.

Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous

section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number inorder to
process your call.

SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could

endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in
this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructionsmay

result in personal injury.When you see this symbol - heed its warning.

WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this

manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

2,

Training

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and inthe manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe
place for future and regular reference and for

ordering replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the machine and

disengage them quickly.

3. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate
this machine. Children 16 years old and over

should read and understand the operation
instructionsand safety rules in this manual and

should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instruction.

5. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at
least 75 feet from the machine while itis in

operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

7. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in
the feeding chambers and discharge opening.

Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.

8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or
discharge opening, remove or empty bag, or

inspect and repair the machine while the engine is
running. Shut the engine off and wait until all

moving parts have come to a complete stop.

Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it

against the engine.

Preparation

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment

is to be used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or
other foreign objects which could be picked upor

thrown and cause personal injuryor damage to the
machine.

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
during operation or while performing an adjustment
or repair, to protect eyes. Thrown objects which
ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

3,

Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-
fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or

jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never

operate this machine in bare feet or sandals. Wear
leather work gloves when feeding material in the
chipper chute.

4,

Before starting, check all bolts and screws for
proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine
for any damage at frequent intervals.

5,

Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels,
as necessary.

6.

To avoid personal injury or property damage use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.

b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and

other sources of ignition.

c. Never fuel machine indoors.
d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the

engine is hot or running.

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes

before refueling.

f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more

than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to
provide space for fuel expansion.

g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine

and equipment. Move machine to another
area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the
engine.

i. Never store the machine or fuel container

inside where there isan open flame, spark,
or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater,
space heater, clothes dryer, etc.)

j. Toreduceafirehazard,keepmachinefree

ofgrass,leaves,orotherdebrisbuild-up.
Cleanupoilorfuelspillageandremoveany

fuelsoakeddebris.

k. Allowmachinetocoolatleast5minutes

beforestoring.

Operation

1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in
the feeding chambers and discharge opening.
Contact with the rotating impeller can amputate
fingers, hands, and feet.

2. Before starting the machine, make sure the chipper
chute, feed intake, and cutting chamber are empty

and free of all debris.

3. Thoroughly inspect all material to be shredded and
remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other
foreign objects which could cause personal injury
or damage to the machine.

4. Ifit becomes necessary to push material through
the shredder hopper, use a small diameter stick. Do
not use your hands or feet.

5. Ifthe impeller strikes a foreign object or ifyour
machine should start making an unusual noise or
vibration, immediately shut the engine off. Allow the
impeller to come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, ground it against the engine
and perform the following steps:

a. Inspect fordamage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to

assure continued safe operation.

6. Do not allow an accumulation of processed
material to build up inthe discharge area. This can
prevent proper discharge and result in kickback of
material through the feed opening.

7. Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than
specified on the machine or in this manual.

Personal injuryor machine damage could result.

8. Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or
discharge opening while the engine is running.
Shut the engine off, wait until all moving parts have
stopped, disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine before clearing debris.

9. Never operate without the shredder hopper,
chipper chute, or discharge chute properly attached
to the machine. Never empty or change discharge

bag while the engine is running.

10. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in
place and operating properly.

11. Keep your face and body back and to the side of
the chipper chute while feeding material into the
machine to avoid accidental kickback injuries.

12. Never operate this machine without good visibility
or light.

13. Do not operate this machine on a paved, gravel or
non-level surface.

14. Do not operate this machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.

15. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.

16. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is
running.

MaintenanceAndStorage

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.

2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine
for any damage and repair, if needed.

3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the
engine and make certain the impeller and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.

4. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instructionlabels, as
necessary.

6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting, and storage of this machine.

7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light

such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc.

8. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper
instructionson off-season storage.

9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.

10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for
gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

YourResponsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in

this manual and on the machine. Net all safety labels shown may apply to your chipper shredder.

SECTION2: ASSEMBLINGYOURCHIPPERSHREDDER

IMPORTANT:This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil

in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline

and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual
before operating your machine.

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the

chipper shredder is observed from the operating

position.

RemovingUnitFromCarton

• Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open

carton.

• Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e.,
operator's manual, etc.)

• Cut along corners, lay carton down flat, and remove
packing material.

• Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton
thoroughly for loose parts.

LoosePartsInCarton(seeFigure1)

• Hopper Assembly

• Discharge Chute

• Chipper Chute

• Bag (Not Shown)

• Tamper Plug (If Equipped)

DisconnectingSparkPlugWire

Before setting up your chipper shredder, disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground against
the engine.

_Assembly

Hopper

_Plug

Chipper

Chute

Figure 1

Tamper

Discharge

Chute

AttachingtheHopperAssembly

• Remove the 8-3/8" long hex bolt and the hex nut
from the bottom of the inlet guide opening. See
Figure 2.

• Place the hopper assembly on the ground and hold
it in the position.

• Holding the hopper, push hopper pivot door down
inside the hopper.

• Slide the hopper assembly towards the chipper-
shredder housing so that the upper guide on the
hopper assembly slides under the stop washer on
each side of the inlet guide.

• Align the two holes (one on each side) of the lower
hopper with the two holes (one on each side) of the
inlet guide.

• Insert the hex bolt (that you earlier removed) from
the left through the hole on the hopper and the inlet
guide. Insert the hex nut onto the bolt from the other

side.

• Tighten the bolt till the lock nut is engaged. Make
sure to remove any side play from the bolt, but the
hopper should be able to pivot.

InletGuide Opening

other end of the rod has to be attached to the stop
washer on the inlet guide.

• Raise the hopper till it clicks into position.

• Unscrew the shoulder bolt from the stop washer on
the inlet guide. See Figure 3.

• Align the loose end of the flap control rod with the

stop washer on the inlet guide. See Figure 3.

• Slide the shoulder bolt through the opening in the
flap control rod. See Figure 3. Secure tightly.

WARNING: This flap control rod is a safety
device to hold the flap in place inside the
hopper while shredding branches. Do not
operate the chipper-shredder without
properly attaching this flap control rod to

the unit.

Bolt

_Hex Nut*

/ Stop Washer*

Hopper

Hex Bolt-

Hopper PivotDoor

Stop Washer

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InletF

Guide

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Hex Nut

Hopper

Figure 2

• To raise the hopper, hold the hopper by the hand-
hold and lift it up till it clicks into position.

• To lower the hopper, hold the hopper by the hand-
hold and pull the release bar. The hopper should
drop down.

• The flap control rod is already attached to the
hopper at the top, as indicated in Figure 3. The

* Do not remove this hardware from the in_etguide

assembly whiJe attaching the flap control rod.

Figure 3

AttachingtheDischargeChute

• Remove the wing knobs from each side of the
discharge opening on the chipper shredder.

See Figure 4.

• Using two 7/16" wrenches, remove hex lock nut,

two spacers, and hex bolt from top of the housing

assembly. For easy assembly, do not remove the
second spacer from the hex bolt.

• Place the discharge chute in position on the
discharge opening. Insert hex bolt and spacer

through hinge on discharge chute and housing

(spacer fits inside of hinge).

• Place second spacer over hex bolt inside the other
part of the hinge. Secure with hex lock nut and

tighten securely. See Figure 4.

Securebothsidesofdischargechutetohousing •
usingwingknobsthatyouearlierremoved.Tighten

wingknobs. •

Hex Lock Nut

_Hex Bolt

_Wing Knob

\Discharge Chute

Figure 4

AttachingtheChipperChute

• Your unit is shipped with one end of the brace
already secured to the lower frame. Loosen the
bolts securing the brace to the frame.

• Remove the three cupped washers and hex nuts
from the weld studs beside the opening on the left
side of the housing. See Figure 5.

• Remove the two sets of hex bolt, lock nut, and flat
washer from the two holes on the upper end of the

brace.

• Place the chipper chute over the weld studs so the
slot on the chute is towards the bottom. Align the

three holes at the bottom of the chute with the three
weld studs.

• Secure with the three pairs of cupped washers and
hex nuts that you earlier removed. Do not tighten
the nuts at this time. Make sure to place the cupped
side of the washer against the chipper chute.

Align the holes towards the front opening of the
chute with the holes on the brace. See Figure 5.

Insert one each of the hex bolts, lock nuts, and flat
washers (that you earlier removed) through each

hole in the chute and the brace. Tighten these bolts

to secure brace to the chute.

Tighten bolts securing the brace to the lower frame.

These bolts had been removed earlier.

Tighten the three nuts on the weld studs.

Chipper Cupped Washer_t

Chute

Weld Studs

F

Flat

Hex Nuts_

Chute

Figure 5

AttachingtheBag

• To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag
completely over the discharge chute.

• Depress the plunger on the drawstring and pull on

the drawstring until the bag is tight around chute

opening. Release plunger to lock it into position.

SECTION3: KNOWYOURCHIPPERSHREDDER

Read this operator's manual and safety rules before

operating your chipper shredder. Compare the

illustrations in Figure 6 with your unit to familiarize
yourself with the location of various controls and
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Starter Handle

The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the
starter handle to start engine. See Figure 6.

ReleaseRod

The release rod is located on the impeller bracket
assembly and it is used to release or lock the hopper
when raising or lowering. See Figure 6.

ChipperChute

Allow twigs and small branches up to 3" in diameter to
be fed into the impeller for chipping. See Figure 6.

HopperAssembly

Allow leaves and small branches up to 1" diameter to
be fed into the impeller for chipping and shredding.
Material can be raked into hopper assembly by
lowering the hopper assembly. See Figure 6.

Bag (Not shown)
Collects shredded or chipped material fed through the

chipper chute or hopper assembly.

TamperPlug (If equipped)
The tamper plug is designed to insert in the chipper

chute to push material toward the impeller.
See Figure 6.

EngineControls

See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.

StoppingEngine

• Move throttle control lever to stop or off position.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
ground against the engine.

Discharge

Hopper /
Assembly

Releasej
Rod

Rear Wheel j
Lock Lever

Figure 6

Chipper
Chute

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\Starter Handle

SECTION4: 0PERATINGYOURCHIPPERSHREDDER

WARNING: The operation of any chipper
shredder can result in foreign objects

being thrown into the eyes, which can
damage your eyes severely. Always wear
the safety glasses provided with this unit
or eye shields before chipping or shred-
ding and while performing any
adjustments or repairs.

GasandOilFill-Up

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed with your chipper
shredder. Read instructions carefully.

WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors with
engine running or until the engine has

been allowed to cool for at least two

minutes after running,

StartingEngine

• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark

plug.

• Engines with choke lever:
Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A
warm engine may not require choking).

• Engines with primer:
Prime engine as instructed in separate engine

manual.

• The throttle control lever is located on the engine.
Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or
START position.

• Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope
will pull slightly harder at this point).

NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of

the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the fails
and fingers, which are part of the shredding mecha-
nism, and it should be expected until the impeller
reaches full speed.

• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke.

Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind
slowly.

• Repeat the previous steps until engine fires. When

engine starts, move choke control (if equipped)
gradually to RUN position.

WARNING: Never run the engine indoors
or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine

exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly gas.

Tamper Plug

ToEmptyBag

• Depress the plunger on the drawstring and slide the
plunger out to loosen bag from discharge chute
opening.

• Empty bag and reattach to the discharge chute
opening. Depress the plunger on the drawstring
and pull on the drawstring until the bag is tight
around the chute opening.

LoweringtheHopperAssembly

• With one hand grasp the handle at the top of the
hopper assembly and lift slightly.

• With the other hand pull out on the release rod and
lower the hopper assembly to the ground.
See Figure 7.

Hopper

j Assembly

UsingtheChipperShredder

Yard waste such as leaves and pine needles can be
raked up through the hopper assembly for shredding.
After material has been shredded by the flail blades on
the impeller assembly, it will be discharged out of
opening or into catcher bag. Do not attempt to shred or
chip any material other than vegetation found in a
normal yard (i.e. branches, leaves, twigs, etc.) Avoid
fibrous plants such as tomato vines until they are
thoroughly dried out. Twigs and small branches up to 3"
in diameter can be fed into the chipper chute. If
equipped, use the tamper plug to push material into the
chipper chute. Refer to Figure 6.

IMPORTANT:The flail screen is located inside the
housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen

becomes clogged, remove and clean as instructed in
SECTION 5: MAINTAINING YOUR CHIPPER

SHREDDER. For best performance, it is also important
to keep the chipper blade sharp.

Rod

Figure 7

SECTION5: MAINTAININGYOURCHIPPERSHREDDER

CustomerResponsibilities

9.$

MA,NTENANCE o_* _ .- ._ _o _.v SERV,CE

SOHEDU'E _'°'° _°_'_°_'£ _o°°S DA_ES

I-- Lubricate Release Bracket

Lubricate

DO Hopper Assembly
O Lubricate Discharge Chute
I1. Check Chipper Blade

Check Oil
ChangeOil

LU

Z

CleanAir Filter

Z

uJ Clean Engine

Check Spark Plug

WARNING: Always stop engine, discon-

nect spark plug, and ground against
engine before cleaning, lubricating or
doing any kind of maintenance on your

machine.

Lubrication

Release Rod: Lubricate the release rod and spring with

light oil once a season.
Hopper Assembly: Lubricate the pivot points on the

hopper assembly with light oil once a season.
Discharge Chute: Lubricate the pivot pointson the

chute deflector with light oil once a season.

Engine: Follow the separate engine manual packed

with you unit for lubrication instructions.

Discharge

pin

Clips

Wing Knobs

Maintenance

Engine

Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine
maintenance instructions.

• Check engine oil level before each use as
instructed in the separate engine manual packed
with your unit. Read and follow instructions
carefully.

• Clean air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions or once a season. Clean every few hours
under extremely dusty conditions. To service the air
cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual
packed with your unit.

• The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap
reset once a season. Check engine manual for
correct plug type and gap specifications.

RemovingtheFlailScreen

If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the flail

screen and clean area as follows:

• Stop the engine and make certain the chipper
shredder has come to a complete stop.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and
ground against the engine.

• Remove the two wing knobs on each side of the
discharge chute and lift the discharge chute up to
keep it out of the way. See Figure 8.

• Remove the two hairpin clips from each clevis pin
which extend through the housing and remove the
pins.

• Remove the flail screen from inside the housing
and clean the screen by scraping or washing with

water.

• Reinstall the screen, making certain to reassemble
the flail screen with the curve side down.

• Reattach the discharge chute with the hardware
previously removed and connect the bag (if
equipped) to unit.

Figure 8

ChipperBlades

• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine.

• Remove the flail screen as instructed inthe

previous section.

• Remove the chipper chute by removing three hex

nuts and washers.

• Remove the chipper chute support brace from the
frame by removing the hex bolts.

• Rotate the impeller assembly by hand until you

locate one of the two chipper blades in the chipper
chute opening.

• Remove the blade using a 3/16" allen wrench on
the outside of the blade and an adjustable wrench

on the impeller assembly. See Figure 9.

_Flat Screw

Blade_

Figure 9

• Rotate the impeller to expose ether blade and

remove in the same manner.

• Replace or sharpen blades.

• When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using

gloves and follow the original angle of grind. Also,

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make sure to remove an equal amount from each that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of
blade and torque to 250 - 300 in. Ibs. grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade.

NOTE: Make certain blades are reassembled with the

sharp edge facing upward.

Discharge Chute

ShredderBlade

• Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine.

• Lower the hopper assembly and block up the
housing.

• Remove the six hex lock nuts and flat washers from
the weld studs on the flail housing.

• Separate the hopper assembly from the impeller
assembly and remove the support plate.

NOTE: When reassembling the support plate, the

embossed tab must face inward towards the impeller.

• Remove the two wing knobs and cupped washers
that secure the discharge chute and raise the

chute.

• Insert a 1/2" or 3/4" diameter pipe through the flail
screen into the impeller to keep it from turning or
remove the flail screen and insert a piece of wood
into the chute opening.

• Remove the two outside screws on the blade, using
a 3/16" allen wrench and a 1/2" wrench.

See Figure 10.

• Remove the blade by removing the center bolt, lock
washer, and flat washer.

NOTE: Use caution when removing the blade to avoid

contacting the weld studs on the housing.

• When sharpening the blade, follow the original
angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important

Blade Weld Stud

Flat Screw._

Figure 10

• An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration
when rotating at high speeds and may cause

damage to the unit. The blade can be tested by
balancing it on a screwdriver or nail. Remove metal

from the heavy side until itis balanced evenly.

• When reassembling the blade, tighten center bolt to
between 550 and 700 in.-Ibs, and the two out bolts

to between 250 and 350 in.-Ibs.

StoringYourChipperShredder

• Clean the equipment thoroughly.

• Wipe equipment with an oiled rag to prevent rust.

• Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions

• Store unit ina clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials such as fertilizer.

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SECTION6: TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

Too much vibration

Engine overheats

Occasional skip (hesitates
at high speed

Unit does not discharge 1. Discharge chute clogged. 1. Stop engine immediately and

Rate of discharge slows 1. Low engine RPM. 1. Always run engine at full throttle.

considerably or 2. Chipper blade dull. 2. Replace chipper blade or see your
composition of discharged authorized service dealer.

material changes.

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service dealer.

1. Spark plug wire disconnected.

2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

3. Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position. (If Equipped)

4. Choke not in CHOKE position.
(If equipped)

5. Engine not primed.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Faulty spark plug.

1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Unit running on CHOKE.
(If equipped)

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Carburetor out of adjustment.

1. Loose parts or damaged impeller.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1. Spark plug gap too close.

2. Foreign object lodged in impeller. 2. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug

3. Low engine RPM. 3. Always run engine at full throttle.

1. Connect wire to spark plug.

2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

3. Move throttle lever to FAST position.

4. Move choke to CHOKE position.

5. Prime engine.

6. Clean fuel line.

7. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Move choke lever to OFF position.

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Clean or replace air cleaner.

6. See authorized service dealer.

1. See authorized service dealer.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner.

3. See authorized service dealer.

1. Adjust gapte.030".

disconnect spark plug wire. Clean flail
screen and inside of discharge opening

wire. Remove lodged object.

Remedy

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Notes

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Model494

Ref.

No.

1 11480
2 681-0118

3 681-0144
4 710-0542
5 710-0607
6 710-3256

7 712-0429
8 712-3027
9 714-0104

10 715-0129
11 726-0106

12 726-0135
13 728-0175
14 732-0546
15 732-0629
16 735-0127
17 735-0651
18 736-0119

19 738-0137A
20 738-0946

21 747-0531A
22 747-0747
23 747-1124
24 747-1125

25 781-0492A
26 781-0633
27 781-0698
28 781-0715

29 781-0752
30 781-0754
31 781-0755
32 738-0813
33 731-1899
37 710-0751
38 736-0173
39 712-3027

40 749-1004
41 710-0106

43 712-3010
44 736-0242
45 735-0249
48 681-0068A

49 726-0214

Part No.

Part Description

Stop Washer
Inlet Guide Assembly
Arm Bracket Assembly

Hex Flange Bolt: 5/16-18 x 8.375"
Hex Washer Screw: 5/16-18 x 0.5"

Button-Head Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5"
Lock Nut: 5/16-18
Hex Flange Lock Nut: 1/4-20

Internal Cotter Pin
Spiral Pin

Cap Nut
Speed Cap Nut

Pop Rivet
Torsion Spring
Hopper Door Spring

Rubber Washer
Hopper Flap

Lock Washer
Shdr. Scr: .340 x .285 x 1/4-20

Shdr. Scr: .56 x .165 x 5/16-18
Rel. Rod: 5/16" dia,

Hopper Door Rod
Flap Retaining Rod
Flap Retaining Bail

Hopper Pivot Door
Chute Flap Strip
Hopper Lock Bracket

Shredder Plate
Flap Mounting Bracket

Upper Hopper
Lower Hopper
Shredder Axle

Chipper Chute
Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .625

Flat Washer .28 I,d. x ,74 O.d.
Flanged Lock Nut
Chipper Chute Support

Hex Scr, 1/4-20 x .625 (Gr, 2)
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. (Gr, 5)

Bell Washer .345" I.d. x .88"
Shredder Chute Flap

Chipper Chute Assembly
Push Cap 5/8" dia.

Ref.

No.

50
51

52
53

55
56
57
58
59
61

63
65

67

68
69
70
71
72

73
74

75
76

78
79
80
82
83
85

87
88
89
90
91
92

93
94
95

96
97
98

99

100

Part No.

734-0255
750-0793

712-3027
714-0149B

720-0170
710-0805
781-0510B
736-0366
734-1797
736-0170

681-0117
710-0157
731-1617
742-0544
712-0411
736-0119

681-0030
742-0571
781-0457

681-0094
781-0735
715-0166

710-1054
710-3008
681-0004A
710-0825
726-0211
711-0835

719-0329
711-0833B
710-1254
736-0217
736-0247
732-0306

736-0117
714-0104
711-1304

736-0160
634-04009
726-0299

747-0982
764-0501

Part Description

Air Valve
Chute Hinge Spacer

Hex Ctr. Lock Nut 1/4-20 Thd
Internal Cotter Pin

Hand Knob
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5"
Shredder Frame
Flat Washer 1.12 x .64 x .120

Wheel Assembly
Special Lock Washer
Flail Housing Ass'y. (Inner)
Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75" Lg.

Tamper Plug (If Equipped)
Chipper Blade
Hex Top Lock Nut 5/16-24

Lock Washer 5/16" I,d.
Impeller assembly

Shredder Blade
Shredder Screen

Discharge Chute Assembly
Retaining Clip

Spring Roll Pin
Flat Head Scr. 5/16-24 x ,75"
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75"

Flail Housing Ass'y. (Outer)
Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 3.75"

U Nut 5/16-18
Clevis Pin

Flail Blade
Clevis Pin
Hex Patch Bolt 5/8-24 x 2.25"
Lock Washer 3/8"
Flat Washer .406" I.d, x 1.25"

Compression Spring
Flat Washer

Internal Cotter Pin
Axle Shaft

Flat Washer
Complete Wheel: Grey

Push Cap
Lock Rod

Shredder Bag

15

MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

0 TRD RILT°

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the

United States, its possessions and territories.

Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a

period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original
purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of
charge, any part found to be defective in materials or

workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this

product has been operated and maintained in accordance

with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product, and

has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use,
neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration,

vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril

or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or
use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Troy-Bilt
LLC for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will

void your warranty as to any resulting damage.

Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to
separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or
component failures will becovered on the product for a period
of 90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the

two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered

ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of
OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and
components include, but are not limited to: batteries, belts,
blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats,
snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber,

and tires.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,

WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized
service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your
Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131,

Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483 or 1-
330-558-7220, or log on to our Web site at www.troybilt.com.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the
following cases:

a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items

carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer to
applicable manufacturer's warranty for terms and

conditions.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a sepa

rate one year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,

blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch
adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal

deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or
exposure.

d. Troy-Bilt LLC does not extend any warranty for

products sold or exported outside of the United States,
its possesions and territories, except those sold

through Troy-Bilt LLC's authorized channels of export

distribution.

e. Parts that are not genuine Troy-Bilt parts are not

covered by this warranty.

f. Service completed by someone other than an

authorized service dealer is not covered by this

warranty.

g. Transportation charges and service calls are not

covered

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of

merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose,
applies after the applicable period of express written

warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other
express warranty, whether written or oral, except as
mentioned above, given by any person or entity,

including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product,
shall bind Troy-Bilt LLC. During the period of the
warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
of the product as set forth above.

The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Troy-

Biit LLC shall not be liable for incidental or consequential

loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses

incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services
or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted
product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how

long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you.

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration

of safety features of the product shall void this warranty.
You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to
you and your property and/or to others and their property
arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than
the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was
purchased as a gift.

HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This
limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019; Phone:[phone]