Oil Filter; Spark Plug; Spark Arrester Screen; Carburetor Adjustment - MTD Troy-Bilt TB5018CC Manuel Del Dueño/Operador

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

OIL FILTER

NOTE: Drain oil tank before changing filter
1. Disconnect oil hose (A) from pump fitting (B) (Fig. 33).
2. Use a wire with a hook (C) and pull oil filter (D) from
tank. Remove filter and hose completely.
3. Insert a length of hose into tank and pull it through
filler opening
4. Install a new filter on hose and pull hose back into
tank so filter is positioned in bottom of tank.
5. Cut hose to fit and push it on to oil pump fitting.
D
C
A

SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN

NOTE: A clogged spark arrester screen will dramatically
reduce engine performance.
1. Remove 2 muffler retaining nuts (E), Lock plate (F)
and muffler cover(G) (Fig. 34).
2. Remove spark arrester screen (H) from the metal
baffle (J). Replace screen with new one.
3. Reassemble the muffler components and tighten nuts
securely.
18
B
Fig. 33
J
H
G
Fig. 34

SPARK PLUG

NOTE: For efficient operation of saw engine, spark plug
must be kept clean and properly gapped.
1. Push STOP switch up.
2. Remove top Cover. Disconnect the wire connector
from the spark plug by pulling and twisting at the
same time (Fig. 35).
3. Remove spark plug with spark plug socket wrench.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TOOL.
WARNING:
electrodes. Grit in the engine could damage
the cylinder.
4. Check electtrode gaps with wire feeler gauge and set
gaps to .025" (.635mm) if necessary.
5. Reinstall a new spark plug.
NOTE: A resistor spark plug must be used for
replacement (part no. 9295-320001).
NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all requirements
of the Canadian Interferen-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum
performance. If further adjustments are necessary,
please take your unit to the nearest Authorized Service
Center listed in the Yellow Pages. Call 1-800-520-5520
for more information.
F
E
Do not sand blast,
scrape or clean
Fig. 35