Troy-Bilt TB32 EC Straight Shaft Gas String Trimmer Owner's Manual

Troy-Bilt Trimmers Owner's Manual - TB32 EC Straight Shaft Gas String Trimmer.
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IMPORTANT: READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WHILE OPERATING THE UNIT.

Bump
Knob

Inner

Reel

Outer
Spool

Spring

Top Hole

Bottom Hole

Split Wall

Unscrew the bump knob 
counterclockwise. 

Remove the inner reel and 
spring.

Cut one 6-foot (1.8 m) length 
of new 0.095” split line 
trimming line. Split each end 
about 6 inches (150 mm).

Insert the end of one line into 
the top hole and the end of 
the other line into the bottom 
hole.

Wind the line tightly in the 
direction shown on the inner 
reel. The split wall will divide 
the line. Wind the line until it 
is completely divided and 
about 6 inches (150 mm) of 
line remains.

Insert the two 6-inch sections 
into the two .095 holding 
slots.

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2

Pass the two line ends 
through the eyelets. Place the 
spring inside the inner reel. 
Insert the inner reel into the 
outer spool. Push the inner 
reel and outer spool together.

Reloading the Line* 

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7

Hold the inner reel and outer 
spool together. Firmly pull the 
two line ends to release them 
from the holding slots. Screw 
the bump knob on clockwise. 
Tighten the bump knob 
securely.

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8

For replacement line, call 1–800-828-5500 or go to 
an authorized service dealer.

For single line installation or replacement spool 
installation instructions, refer to the Replacing the 
Trimming Line
 section of this manual.

*This is to assist in the reloading of Splitline® only. These instructions 
are NOT part of the fast assembly instructions. Line does not need to 
be installed on the initial assembly and start-up. 

Reloading the Line 

Holding Slots

Eyelets

Removing Unit From Carton

Assemble The Unit

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2

Remove all contents from 
the carton.

Remove cap from lower 
boom. Push cutting 
attachment into coupler.  
Turn coupler knob
clockwise to tighten.

Crouch in starting position.

SQUEEZE and HOLD 
throttle for ALL further 
steps. 

Pull rope 5 times.

Move choke lever to 
Position 2 and squeeze 
throttle.

Pull rope 3-5 times to start 
engine. Run unit for 30-60 
seconds
 to warm up.

Continue to squeeze 
throttle.
 Move choke lever 
to Position 3.

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10

3

Continue to squeeze 
throttle.
 Run unit for an 
additional 60 seconds to 
complete warm-up. Unit 
may be used during this 
time.

Starting The Unit

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5 X

3-5 X

Choke Lever

Choke Lever

Place shield onto mount 
bracket
. Securely screw 2 shield 
screws
 through holes on mount 
bracket and into shield. Make 
sure screws are tightened equally 
so there is an equal gap between 
bracket and shield on each side.

Starter Rope

Fuel Cap

Throttle Control

On/ Off Switch

D-Handle

Coupler

Cutting Head Shield

Need Help?

Call 1-800-828-5500

Electric Starter or 

Power Start Bit Optional!

THESE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 

ARE SOLD SEPARATELY!

This unit has an alternate starting method 
that many find easier to use than pulling a 
rope. Please contact a local retailer or call 

1-800-828-5500 for more information. 

Information may also be found at 

www.troybilt.com

DIDN’T START?
Repeat these instructions.

IF engine fails to start after 2 attempts, 

move choke lever to position 3 and pull 

the starter rope until engine starts

IF unit still fails to start, refer to the 

operator’s manual for additional starting 

and troubleshooting information

ASSEMBLY TOOLS
REQUIRED:
•  Phillips #2 Screwdriver
•  3/8” Socket

Push the handle onto the shaft housing. 
The bolt hole should be to the right. 
Insert the bolt into the bolt hole.
Tighten the bolt, but not completely. 
Move the handle to the location that 
provides the best grip. Move the
handle a minimum of 6 inches away 
from the shaft grip. Tighten the bolt
until the handle is secure.

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Min. 6”

Assemble The Unit

Starting The Unit

Mix thoroughly in separate 
fuel can:
– 3.2 fl. oz. of 2-cycle 
engine oil 
– 1 gallon of unleaded 
gasoline (less than 30 days 
old) 
NOTE:
 Do not mix directly in 
fuel tank.

Place unit on a level surface. 
Fill fuel tank.

Press primer bulb 10 times
or until fuel is visible

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7

Move choke lever to 
Position 1.

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Primer

Bulb

10 X

1 Gallon

3.2 oz

40:1

Choke Lever

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NEED HELP? CALL 1-800-828-5500 IN U.S. OR 1–800–668–1238 IN CANADA

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