Troybilt 41BDT47C063, 41ADT47C063 Owner’s Manual
TROY:BILT °
4-Cycle
Gasoline Trimmer
Model TB475SS
IMPORTANT:READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. AU U.S. Forest Land and the state of Ca_itornia
(Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443}, Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush
and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arresto[, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and
maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or IocaI authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor, tf it requires replacement, Accessory Part 791-
180890 Spark Arrestor Screen is available by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131, CLEVELAND, OH 44136-0019
PIN 792-10827 (11/01 rev. P00)
PRINTED IN USA
Content Page
CallingCustomerSupport ................................................. 2
Rules for Safe Operation ............................................... 3
Know Your Unit ........................................................... 7
Assembly Instructions ................................................ 8
Oil and Fuel Information ........................................... 9
Starting/Stopping Instructions .............................................. 11
Operating Instructions ..................................................... 12
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ......................................... 14
Accessories and Replacement Parts ......................................... 23
Cleaning and Storage ...................................................... 24
Troubleshooting Chart ..................................................... 25
Specifications ............................................................ 26
Warranty Information ...................................................... 32
This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new Trimmer. 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. This information is very important if you need help from our
Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.
• You can locate the model number by looking at the side of the engine housing. 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
Serial Humber Model/Parent Part Number
Copy the mode! / parent part
number here:
IlllllllHIIllllHIllllHIllllllCopy the serial number here:
Call 1, (330) 558-7220 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 t° locate this
information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.
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The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and
their explanations, deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or
warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates
danger, warning, or caution. Attention is
required in order to avoid serious personal
injury. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital
to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
California Proposition 65 Warning:
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use
the unit, except for teens guided by an adult.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace cutting attachment parts
that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way.
Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened. Be sure the cutting attachment
shield is properly attached, and positioned as
recommended. Failure to so can result in personal
injury to the operator and bystanders, as well as
damage to the unit.
• Use only 0.095 inch (2.41 mm) diameter genuine
manufacturer's replacement line. Never use metal-
reinforced line, wire, or rope, etc.. These can break off
and become a dangerous projectile.
• Be aware of the risk of injury to the head, hands and
feet.
DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning
will result in serious injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
IA
• Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or
string which can be thrown or become entangled in
the cutting attachment. Clear the area of children,
bystanders, and pets. At a minimum, keep all children,
bystanders and pets outside a 50 feet (15 m.) radius;
there still may be a risk to bystanders from thrown
objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear
eye protection. If you are approached, stop the engine
and cutting attachment immediately.
• Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns
automatically to the idle position. Make all adjustments
or repairs before using unit.
• This unit was not designed to be used as a
brushcutter. Do not attach or operate this unit with any
type of brushcutting blade or brushcutting attachment.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS TRIMMERS
WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable, and its vapors
can explode if ignited. Take the following precautions:
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never
operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure
in the tank.
• Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors
where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove
the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke
while fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
from the unit immediately.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the
area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
personal injury.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning
can result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury.
CAUTION: Failure to obey a safety warning
may result in property damage or personal
injury to yourself or to others, Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury,
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WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate
this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as
meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards, and ear/hearing
protection when operating this unit. Wear a face or
dust mask if the operation is dusty. Long sleeve shirts
are recommended.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not
wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or
go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• The cutting attachment shield must always be in place
while operating the unit. Do not operate unit without
both trimming lines extended, and the proper line
installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the
length of the shield.
• This unit has a clutch. The cutting attachment remains
stationary when the engine is idling. If it does not, have
the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician.
• Adjust the D-Handle to your size to provide the best
grip.
• Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with
anything before starting the unit.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and
unit must be in a stable position while starting. See
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and
balance.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or
grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the cutting
attachment when it is rotating.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation. When turned off they
remain hot for a short time.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the engine immediately and check for
damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do
not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Stop and switch the engine to offfor maintenance,
repair, or for changing the cutting attachment or other
attachments.
• Use only genuine manufacturer's replacement parts
when servicing this unit. These parts are available from
your authorized service dealer. Do not use parts,
accessories or attachments not authorized by the
manufacturer for this unit. Doing so could lead to
serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and
void your warranty.
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials.
They may become lodged between the cutting
attachment and shield.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark
arrestor, keep the engine and muffler free from grass,
leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting.
Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high
to prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the
reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris.
Clean after each use, see Cleaning and Storage
instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at
high speed when not cutting.
• Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or
when walking from one cutting location to another.
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SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
• WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read the Operator's Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
• FOR SERVICE INFORMATION, CALL:
1-866-840-6483 or
i
e
1-330-558-7220
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss.
Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards and ear protection when
operating this unit.
5-7x
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING: Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m.)
from the operating area.
• PRIMER BULB
Push primer bulb, fully and slowly, 5 to 7 times.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
• OIL
Refer to operator's manual for the proper type of oil.
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SYMBOL MEANING
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING: Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place.
Keep away from the rotating cutting attachment.
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF OR STOP
° HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder. You may get burned. These parts get extremely hot
from operation. When turned off they remain hot for a short time.
• SHARP BLADE
WARNING: Sharp blade on cutting attachment shield. To prevent serious injury, do not
touch line cutting blade.
• CHOKE CONTROL
" I' 1I(I
I-'-I UUcho e osition.
B ° PARTIAL choke position.
C ° RUN position.
WARNING: The operation of any power tool can cause foreign objects to be thrown into your
eyes. This can lead to severe eye damage. Before commencing power tool operation, always
wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards, and
a full face shield when needed.
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APPLICATIONS
As a trimmer:
Cutting grass and light weeds.
Edging.
Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.
Other optional accessories may be used with the
TB475SS. See list of add-ons on page 12.
On/Off Stop Control
Shoulder Str_
Spark Arrestor
Muffler Guard
Fuel Cap
Starter Rope Grip
Shaft Grip
Throttle
Control
Line Cuttinq
Shaft Housing
Cutting Attachment
Shield
Y
Cutting Attachment
D-Handle
Air Filter Cover
\
Choke Lever
\
Spark Plug
_PrPrimer Bulb
Oil Fill Plug / Dipstick
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ShaftGrip
On/Off Stop Control
Minimum 6 inches
(15.24 cm)
D-Handh
Bottom Clamp
(4) Screws_
Shaft _b.!
Housing I
Fig. 1
On some units, the D-handle may be preinstalled and
only require loosening the screws and adjusting the
D-handle to the operator. Go to step 4 for adjusting the
D-handle if preinstalled.
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INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING THE D-HANDLE
1. Remove the screws and bottom clamp piece that
were installed on the D-handle for shipping.
2. Place D-handle the over the shaft housing and onto
the bottom clamp (Fig. 1). Place it a minimum of 6
inches (15.24 cm) from the end of the shaft grip.
3. Hold each hex nut in the bottom clamp recess with a
finger. Start screws with a large Flat-head or T-20
Torx screwdriver. Do not tighten until you make the
handle adjustment.
4. If it was preinstalled, loosen the screws on the
D-handle just enough to move the D-handle.
5. While holding the unit in the operating position
(Fig. 2), position the D-handle to the location
that provides you the best grip.
6. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the D-handle
is secure.
Fig. 2
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DANGER: OVERFILLING OIL CRANKCASE
MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY!
The importance of checking and maintaining
the proper oil level in the crank case cannot
be overemphasized. Check oil before each
use and change as needed. See Changing
the Oil.
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE
Using the proper type and weight of oil in the
_crankcase is extremely important. Check the
oil before each use and change the oil
regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or
using dirty oil, can cause premature engine wear and
failure.
Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, SH.
ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE - INITIAL USE
NOTE: This unit is shipped without being filled with oil.
In order to avoid damage to the unit, put oil in
the crankcase before attempting to start unit.
Your unit is supplied with one 3.4 fluid oz. (100 ml.)
bottle of SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil (Fig. 3).
NOTE: Save the bottle to measure the correct amount
for future oil changes. See Changing the Oil.
1. Unscrew the top of the bottle of oil and remove the
paper seal covering the opening. Replace top. Cut
the tip off the funnel spout (Fig. 3).
2. Place the unit on a flat level surface.
3. Remove the oil plug / dipstick from the crankcase
(Fig. 4).
O-Ring
Oil Fill Plug/Dipstick
Oil Fill Hole /
Fig. 4
4. Pour the entire bottle of oil into the oil fill hole
(Fig. 5).
Funnel Spout_
Fig. 3
Ow
4-ojde _ O//
Fig. 5
NOTE: Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.
5. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled and reinstall
the oil fill plug / dipstick.
The importance of checking and maintaining the proper
oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized.
Check oil before each use and change as needed. See
Changing the Oil.
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RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
Old fuel is the primary reason for the unit not
running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean,
unleaded Gasoline.
NOTE: This is a four cycle engine. In order to avoid
damage to the unit, do not mix oil with
Gasoline,
Definition of Blended Fuels
Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and
oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol or MTBE (ether).
Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs water. As little as 1%
water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate or form
acids when stored. Use fresh fuel (less than 60 days
old), when using alcohol-blended fuel.
Using Blended Fuels
If you choose to use a blended fuel, or its use is
unavoidable, follow recommended precautions.
Always use fresh unleaded gasoline
Use the fuel additive STA-BIL c_or an equivalent.
Drain tank and run the engine dry before storing unit.
Using Fuel Additives
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL _;Gas
Stabilizer or an equivalent, will inhibit corrosion and
minimize the formation of gum deposits. Using a fuel
additive can keep fuel from forming harmful deposits in
the carburetor for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz.
(23 ml.) of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the
instructions on the container. NEVER add fuel additives
directly to the unit's gas tank.
FUELING UNIT
and its vapors can explode if ignited. To
avoid serious personal injury, always stop the
engine and allow it to cool before filling the
1_, ARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable
1. Remove fuel cap (Fig. 6).
[,_ WARNING: Rem°ve fuel cap sl°wly t° av°id i
2. Place spout of gas container into the fill hole on the
fuel tank. Do not smoke while filling the tank.
Keep sparks and open flames away from the
area.
injury from gasoline spray.
Gas
FuelTank
FuelCap_
Fig. 6
fuel tank (Fig. 6) and fill tank.
[,_ ARNING: Add gasoline in a clean, well
NOTE: Do not overfill tank.
3. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled
4. Reinstall the fuel cap.
_ ARNING: Never operate the unit without
5. Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling
NOTE: Dispose of the old gasoline in accordance to
ventilated area outdoors. Avoid creating a
source of ignition for spilt fuel.
the fuel cap securely in place.
source and site before starting the engine.
Federal, State, and Local regulations.
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