Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsTroy-Bilt ManualsLawn Mowers16 in. Manual Walk Behind Reel Lawn Mower

Transporting the Mower

During normal operation, the blade reel will turn anytime the

mower’s front wheels are turning. To safely move the mower

from one location to another without the blade reel turning,

simply pivot the handle over the reel and push the mower from

the opposite side. See Fig. 4-1. Pushing the mower in this manner

(transport mode) prohibits the blade reel from turning.

Figure 4-1

Using Your Lawn Mower

Please observe the following when operating your reel mower.

• Be sure lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects

which could damage lawn mower or engine.

WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can

result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,

which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear

safety glasses while operating the mower, or while

performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

• Mow the lawn when the grass is relatively dry. Attempting

to mow wet grass can result in an uneven cut.

• Maintain a consistent walking pace while pushing the

mower in straight passes.

• Slightly overlap each pass to even the cut and avoid leaving

uncut strips.

• Mow the lawn regularly, at least once a week during the

growing season. Mow more frequently than you would

with a conventional rotary lawn mower.

• Always mow with the blade height adjusted to cut no more

than / the total height of grass.

• If the height of your lawn’s grass exceeds four inches, adjust

the blade height to its highest position before mowing.

After mowing, readjust the blade to your preferred cutting

height and mow the lawn a second time within the next

one or two days.

Using Grass Catcher (Model TR18R)

You can use the grass catcher to collect clippings while you are

operating the mower.

1. Attach grass catcher following instructions in the Assembly

& Set-Up section. Grass clippings will automatically collect

in catcher as you operate the mower. The faster you push

the mower, the more effectively it will collect clippings.

Operate the mower till grass catcher is full.

2. Remove the grass catcher’s strap from the lower handle’s

crossbar and lift the grass catcher up and away from the

mower to remove the bag. Dispose of the grass clippings

and reinstall the bag when complete.

WARNING: If you strike a foreign object,

thoroughly inspect mower for any damage. Repair

any damage before operating.

Operation