Troy-Bilt GTX 16 User Manual

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this product. We feel you now own
one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment available.
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 the unit and must stay with the
unit if resold. This is a safety, operation, and general
maintenance manual which does not attempt to cover major
repairs.
Our equipment is carefully designed, engineered and
manufactured for excellent performance if properly operated and
maintained.
Table of Contents
SERVICE INFORMATION .. . . .. . .. ..... .. .... . .. .. . .. ... 3
Unit Service and Repair .... .................................. 3
Warranty Service . . ... ... ... ... ... . .. ... ... ... ... ... . .. . . .. ...... 3
Left and Right Sides ........................................... 3
Engine Serviee ............................................. ....... 3
Repair Manual .............. ...................................... 3
Replacement Owner Manual ............................... 3
SPARK ARRESTER WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . 3
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ................. ~......... 3
SAFETY ................................................... 4
SAFETY DECAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
ATTACHMENTS, KITS AND SPECIFICATIONS ....... 10
CONTROLS ............................................... 12
BEFORE OPERATION .................................... 14
OPERATION .............................................. 16
Starting Engine ................................................... 16
Throttle Setting ................................................... 16
Stopping Engine ................................................. 16
Interlock System ................................................ 17
Perform Electric Clutch Break-in Procedure ....... 17
Attachment/PTO Drive ........................................ 17
Hydraulic Attachment Lift ................................... 17
Auxiliary Hydraulic Connections ......................... 17
Hydrostatic Transmission ................................... 18
Travel Pedal ........................................................ 18
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Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the unit, its features,
and operation.
The unit has passed the rigid safety standards set by the Outdoor
Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing laboratory.
The unit's warranty statement is included on the back cover of
this manual. Read it thoroughly. Also, please complete and
return the postage-paid owner registration card included with this
manual. This card registers each unit and owner at the factory in
order to provide bulletins and safety literature.
Light Switch ....................................................... 18
Moving Tractor ManHally .................................... 19
Cruise Control .................................................... 19
Brake/Neutral Pedal ............................................ 19
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ................... 20
Checking Engine Oil Level .................................. 20
Changing Engine Oil ........................................... 20
Changing Engine Oil Filter .................................. 20
Engine Air Intake Screen .................................... 21
Engine Air Cleaner .............................................. 21
Fuel Filter ............................................................ 21
Carburetor .......................................................... 22
Battery ................................................................ 22
Spark Plugs ........................................................ 22
Front Axle Adjustment ........................................ 22
Front Wheel Alignment ....................................... 22
Power Steering ................................................... 22
Proper Jack Placement ....................................... 23
Interlock Switches .............................................. 23
Brake Adjustment ............................................... 23
Hydrostatic Maintenance and Lubrication .......... 23
Travel Pedal Adjustment ..................................... 24
Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment .......................... 24
Lubrication Chart ................................................ 25
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Troubleshooting Chart ........................................ 26
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Storage ............................................................... 27
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Maintenance Chart ............................................. 27

Troy-Bilt GTX 16 Specifications

General

Brand	Troy-Bilt
Model	GTX 16
Category	Tractor
Language	English