Troy-Bilt GTX 16 User Manual

Storing the Tractor
Always store tractor in a dry and protected
place when not in use. If tractor will not
be used for a season, store it in the
following manner.
1. CLEAN: Completely clean all
accumulated dirt or grass from all
parts -especially engine fins,
transmission cooling fins and engine
air intake screen.
2. PROTECT FINISH: Wipe oil or a rust
preventative on any parts which may
rust. Touch up any area where paint
has been chipped or worn off. See
parts list for Touch-up paint.
3. TREAT FUEL: Add gasoline stabilizer
to fuel or move unit outside and run
engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
Maintenance Chart
Interval
Item
Each Use
Transmission Oil
Battery Fluid Level
Air Intake Screen
Engine Oil Level
Mower Blades
4.
5.
6.
7.
Loose or Missing Hardware
Brakes
Belts
First
Engine Oil and Filter
5 hours
Transmission Oil Filter
Every
Air Cleaner Pre-cleaner
25 hours
Transmission Cooling Fins
Tires
Brake
Engine Oil
Every
Engine Cooling Fins
50 hours
Engine Oil Filter
Every
Air Filter Paper Element
100 hours
Transmission Oil Filter
Fuel Filter
Spark Plugs
Transmission Oil
Maintenance (continued)
CHANGE ENGINE OIL: Change engine 8.
oil while engine is still hot (See
PROTECT FROM ELEMENTS: During
the winter, store the tractor inside a
building. If this is not possible,
protect the tractor from rain, snow
ana iice with a Storage cover
section 7).
INSPECT/CLEAN FUEL AND AIR
Fl L TER: Check fuel filter and air
cleaner. Replace if dirty or damaged.
(See section 7.)
SPARK PLUG: Remove, clean and re-
gap spark plugs. Place a small
amount of oil (SAE 30) into each
cylinder. Turn engine over a few
times to fully lubricate the cylinder
walls, valve seats and valve stems.
This can be performed by engaging
the key starter briefly. Replace spark
plugs. (See section 7.)
ATTACHMENT LIFT: If tractor is
stored with an attachment mounted
on it, lower the attachment to the
ground. Turn PTO/attachment drive
switch to "OFF".
Service
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Replace
Replace
Clean
Clean
Check for wear and
air pressure
Check for wear and
adjustment
Change
Clean
Replace
Replace
Replace
Change
Replace, clean, reset gap
Replace
(Kit# 14077) or a waterproof tarp.
9.
ATTACHMENT/PTO: After storage,
operate the PTO clutch 1 0 to 15
times, at idle, before operation. (See
page 15.)
A DANGER
BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE
GASSES. KEEP OPEN FLAMES AND
SPARKS AWAY. DO NOT SET TOOLS
ACROSS TERMINALS.
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE CAN CAUSE
SEVERE BURNS. EYE CONTACT CAN
CAUSE BLIND,.ESS. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION AND RUBBER GLOVES
WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERY. NEVER
WEAR JEWELRY.
IF ELECTROLYTE CONTACTS SKIN OR
EYES, RINSE IMMEDIATELY WITH
WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES.
CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
10. BATTERY: Charge at two amps for
two hours. Keep terminal posts
cleaned of corrosion salts. Coat
terminal posts with petroleum jelly or
grease. Keep cables clean. Store at a
cool temperature- 20° F to 50° F.
Check every two months and charge
as necessary. Keep cables and
terminals clean. If cables are
corroded, clean or replace them.
(See section 7.)
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Troy-Bilt GTX 16 Specifications

General

Brand	Troy-Bilt
Model	GTX 16
Category	Tractor
Language	English