Troy-Bilt Horse Tiller Operation Manual - Page 11

Engine Throttle Lever and Cable For shipping purposes, the throttle cable, together with the throttle lever, is wound around the engine. Carefully unwind the cable. If the throttle control label is covered with a clear protective coating, peel it off. WARNING! To avoid electric shock from a short circuit (electric start tillers only), never allow the throttle cable to touch the battery. Route the cable below the battery, on the outside of the battery holder. To attach the throttle lever and cable: 1. Run the throttle cable up the inside edge of the right handlebar and position the lever as shown in Fig. 3-13. Pan Head Screw Curved Head Screw Figure 3-13 2. From the outside of the handlebar, insert the curved head screw, through the handlebar and the center hole in the throttle lever mounting bracket. See Fig. 3-13. 3. Loosely install the flanged lock nut and move the throttle lever back to the STOP position. 4. From the lever side of the bracket, thread a pan head screw through the small hole in the throttle lever bracket and into the handlebar. Tighten the screw securely. 5. Securely tighten both the flanged lock nut and the curved head screw. 6. Use two plastic ties to secure the throttle cable to the right handlebar in two places. Loop each tie around the handlebar and cable (serrated side faces in) and pull the ties tight. Trim the ends. Electric Start System (If Equipped) The following steps explain how to install and charge the battery on electric start tillers. For your safety, follow all steps and observe all accompanying safety messages. The Maintenance & Adjustments section contains other general battery maintenance and recharging instructions. WARNING! Battery produces explosive gases. Keep away sparks, flames, and cigarettes. Ventilate area when charging or using battery in an enclosed space. Make sure battery vent tube is always open after battery is filled with acid. WARNING! Remove metal jewelry before working near the battery or near the electrical system. Failure to comply may cause a short circuit, resulting in electrical burns, a shock, or battery gas explosion. NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on the top of the battery, charge for a minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding proper battery charging procedure. WARNING! Never jump start the battery with a vehicle battery or charging system. This may produce a battery explosion, causing acid or electrical burns. 1. Before installing the battery and its hold-down clamp, insert the plastic wire harness receptacle into the prongs of the keyswitch located on the hold-down clamp. See Fig. 3-14. Screw Nut OPIL ositive Battery Post Black Rubber Boot Positive Battery Cable Negative Battery Post Black Rubber Boot Negative Battery Keyswitch Cable Selenoid Harness Receptacle Figure 3-14 2. Remove the ignition keys from the keyswitch and store them safely away. Do not insert the key into the keyswitch until you complete this section and read the Operation section. See Fig. 3-14. Section 3 - Assembly & Set-Up 11