Troy-Bilt Bilt 0 Manual

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Lower Deck Discharge Chute Deflector
WARNING! Never operate the mower deck 
without the chute deflector installed and in the 
down position. 
The discharge chute deflector must be installed before operating 
the mower. 
1. Remove the keys that are attached with a zip tie to the chute bracket.
2. Remove the flange lock nuts from the deck. Do not remove the push nuts or carriage bolts, leaving them in place will aid in installing the chute. See Figure 3-5.
50” Deck
Shown
Flange Lock Nuts
Push...

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Deck HeightIndex
Deck LiftHandle
RH Drive
Control LeverLH Drive
Control Lever Hour Meter/
Indicator Panel
Fuel Tank Cap Ignition Switch
PTO Switch
Throttle/Choke 
ControlCup Holder
Storage Tray
Fuel Level Window
RH Transmission Bypass Rod
LH Transmission Bypass Rod
NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor 
features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are 
applicable to all tractor models and the tractor depicted may 
differ from yours.
NOTE: References to LEFT, RIGHT,...

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Fuel Tank Cap
The fuel tank cap is located near the middle of the LH console. 
Turn the fill cap approximately 1⁄4 turn and pull upward to 
remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the tractor to prevent its loss. 
Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor. Fill tank to 
the bottom of the filler neck, allowing some space in the tank for 
fuel expansion. Do not overfill the tank.
Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn 
approximately 1⁄4 turn clockwise to tighten. Always re-install...

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Hour Meter/Indicator Panel
The hour meter/indicator panel is 
located on the RH console to the right 
of the throttle or throttle/choke control.
Hour Meter Features
The hour meter records the hours that 
the tractor has been operated in the 
digital display (tenths of an hour - right 
most digit).
NOTE: The hour meter is activated whenever the ignition switch 
is turned to the “ON” position. Keep a record of the actual hours 
of operation to assure all maintenance procedures are completed 
according...

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General Safety
• RECEIVE INSTRUCTION — Entirely read this operator’s 
manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do not risk 
INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have become 
competent in its usage to operate this tractor.
• Before starting the engine or beginning operation, be familiar 
with the controls. The operator should be in the operator’s 
seat. The PTO switch must be in the disengaged position and 
the  RH and LH drive control levers moved fully outward in the 
neutral position.
• Keep...

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Starting the Engine
WARNING! This tractor is equipped with a safety 
interlock system designed for the protection of the 
operator. Do not operate the tractor if any part of 
the interlock system is malfunctioning. Periodically 
check the functions of the interlock system for 
proper operation.
WARNING! For personal safety, the operator must 
be sitting in the tractor seat when starting the 
engine.
1. Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat with the control 
levers fully outward in neutral...

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Practice Operation (Initial Use)
Operating a zero-turn tractor is not like operating a conventional 
type riding tractor. Although and because a zero turn tractor is 
more maneuverable, getting used to operating the control levers 
takes some practice.
It is strongly recommended that you locate a reasonably large, 
level and open “practice area” where there are no obstructions, 
pedestrians, or animals. You should practice operating the 
tractor for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Carefully move (or have...

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4. To execute a “pivot turn,” move the turn side drive control 
lever to the neutral position, while moving the other 
control lever forward.
NOTE: Making a “pivot turn” on grass will greatly increase 
the potential for defacement of the turf.
 Driving the Tractor In Reverse
WARNING! Always look behind and down on both 
sides of the tractor before backing up. Always look 
behind while traveling in the reverse direction.
1. Slowly and evenly move both drive control levers rearward. The 
tractor will...

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Turning While Driving Rearward
To turn the tractor while driving rearward, move the control 
levers as necessary so that one lever is forward of the other. The 
tractor will turn in the direction of the forward control lever. 
1. To turn to the left while traveling in reverse, move the left 
drive control lever forward of the right lever. See Figure 5-7.
Rearward Left Turn
Figure 5-7
2. To turn to the right while traveling in reverse, move the right 
drive control lever forward of the left lever. See...

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Stopping the Tractor
1. Move both drive control levers to the neutral position to 
stop the motion of the tractor.
2. Push the PTO switch downward to the disengaged position.
3. Use the deck lift handle to raise the deck to its highest position.
4. If dismounting the tractor, move the drive control handles 
fully outward in the neutral position which also engages 
the parking brake, move the throttle control lever to the 
fast  position, turn the ignition switch to stop  and 
remove the key from the...