Operator`s Manual
Contents
1. TROY BI Operators Manual Lawn Tractor Model N779 Pony IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 769 01543 11 22 2004 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Customer Support 2 Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor 19 Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Service 21 Slope Gauge 7 Off Season Storage 25 Tractor Set Up 8 Attachments amp Accessories 25 Know Your Lawn Tractor 10 Troubleshooting 26 Operating Your Lawn Tractor 13 Warranty Back Cover Making Adjustments 17 FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor It will help you assemble prepare2. SECTION 6 MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operator s manual A Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractors tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 21 for information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the deck should be between 1 4 inch and 3 8 inch lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground The first measurement taken should be between 1 4 and 3 8 less than the second measurement Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary Locate the jam nut and lock nut found on the front side of the stabilizer bracket See Figure 10 After loosening the jam nut Tighten the lock nut to raise the front of the deck Loosen the lock nut to lower the front of the deck Figure 9 e Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier after proper adjustment is achieved Si
3. mentee eee Figure 5 A Speed Control Lever Parking Brake E Ignition Switch Module B Clutch brake Pedal F Deck Lift Lever C Shift Lever G PTO Blade Engage Lever D Throttle Control Lever NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator s position 10 Throttle Control The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor s dash panel This lever controls the speed of the engine and when pushed all the way forward the choke control also When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST rabbit position Choke Control Moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine s choke control Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Refer to Starting The Engine on page 14 of this manual for detailed starting instructions Speed Control Lever The speed control lever located on the left side of the tractors dash console allows you to regulate the ground speed of the lawn tractor To use depress the clutch brake pedal and move the lever out of the parking brake notch and forward to increase the tractor s ground speed Whena desired speed has been reached release the lever into an appropriate not
4. IMPORTANT When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface always Place the shift lever in neutral Engage the parking brake Shut engine off and remove the key Doing so will minimize the possibility of having your lawn browned by hot exhaust from your tractor s running engine If unit stalls with speed control in high speed or if unit will not operate with speed control lever in a low speed position proceed as follows Place shift lever in NEUTRAL Restart engine Place speed control lever in highest speed position Release clutch brake pedal fully Depress clutch brake pedal Place speed control lever in desired position Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE and follow normal operating procedures 15 Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a A slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury e Mow up and down slopes NEVER across e Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes e Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles e Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of
5. Ke VE oH GLEN THER E EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES ponor TN RAY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES A L ANGER TA A cep HANDS AND FEET A N n x e 7 a OR Fa Y OR z RA p a ROPER P 530503 ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING 30018 ie GREAT NOW ret CET se Nim ee cS TOR S MANUAL KEEP SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACES DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 2 lt Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree 1 lt ora corner of a building lt or a fence post SECTION 3 TRACTOR SET UP packed with your tractor Read instructions carefully IMPORTANT Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before starting the engine and operating the tractor Refer to the separate Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual Loose Parts Packaged with this Operators Manual you ll find One Small Clamp 726 0354 One 1 4 20 x 1 2 inch Screw 710 0599 One Oil Drain Sleeve 731 1682A Store the clamp and screw in a convenient place Both will be necessary to properly secure your tractor s wire harness should you choose to purchase a front end attachment for your lawn tractor Refer to page 25 fora table of available attachments and accessories Refer
6. MODEL DESCRIPTION OEM 190 116 38 and 42 inch Deck Mulch Kit OEM 190 672 Grille Guard mounts on front of tractor OEM 190 180 Twin Bagger Grass Collector OEM 190 184 Dethatcher OEM 190 218 Rear Wheel Weights OEM 190 658 Tire Chains OEM 190 032 42 inch Two stage Snow Thrower OEM 190 833 46 inch Front Dozer Blade 490 900 0024 Deluxe Tractor Sunshade 490 900 0025 Deck Wash Kit Not compatible with tractors equipped with a Grass Collector 25 SECTION 11 TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause s Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO engaged Parking brake not engaged Spark plug wire s disconnected Throttle control lever not in correct starting position Choke not activated Fuel tank empty or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Faulty spark plug Engine flooded Place PTO lever in disengaged OFF position Engage parking brake Connect wire s to spark plug s Place throttle control in CHOKE position Place the throttle control in CHOKE position Fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter if so equipped Clean adjust gap or replace plug Crank engine with throttle in FAST position Engine runs erratic Unit running with CHOKE applied Spark plug wire s loose Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Move the throttle control out of the CHOKE position Con
7. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 1 2 inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move unit to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine k To reduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances m Allowa machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing GENERAL SERVICE Ie Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade s and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended
8. Shoulder Screws Opening in Slot NI i a i Figure 2 Gas and Oil Fill up The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of 1 1 2 gallons Do not overfill WARNING Use extreme care when A handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your tractor Read instructions carefully Shipping Brace Removal A Locate the shipping brace and accompanying warning tag found on the right side of the mower between the discharge chute and the cutting deck See Figure 3 WARNING Make sure the riding mowers engine is off remove the ignition key and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace Warning Tag Figure 3 While holding the discharge chute with your left hand remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise WARNING The shipping brace used for packaging purposes only must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in
9. engine s alternating system Charging If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery with an automotive type 12 volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps A WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances Jump Starting WARNING When removing or installing A the battery follow these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting against the frame IMPORTANT Never jump your tractor s dead battery with the battery of a running vehicle Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive terminal of the good battery then the other end to the positive terminal of the dead battery Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery WARNING Failure to use this procedure A could cause sparking and the gas in either battery could explode Cleaning Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution If necessary scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion Battery Failures Some common causes for battery failure are e freezing e unde
10. knob or lever in the disengaged OFF position Engage the tractors parking brake e Activate the choke control Tum the ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the ON position 14 IMPORTANT Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter e After the engine starts deactivate the choke control and place the throttle control in the FAST position NOTE Do NOT leave the throttle contro in the CHOKE position while operating the tractor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating e If the blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever in the disengaged OFF position Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting Driving The Tractor A A WARNING Avoid sudden starts ex cessive speed and sudden stops WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position depressing the brake pedal
11. product Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Troy Bilt LLC P 0 BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220 MTD Canada Limited KITCHENER ON N2G 4 1 Phone 1 800 668 1238
12. WARNING Plan your mowing pattem to avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator Donot mow at high ground speed especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center After the first two laps reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This will give a better appearance to the lawn 16 Do notcut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather e Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle e Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to mow lawns NOT clear brush e Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to Cutting Blades on page 22 of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions Headlights On some models the lamps are ON whenever the tractor s engine is running On other models the lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is moved out of the STOP position On all models the lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is moved to the STOP position
13. be necessary to remove the tractor s side panel in order to replace the oil filter if so equipped Changing Engine Oil For draining oil from the engine s crankcase of select model tractors a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with this Operator s Manual To drain the oil proceed as follows Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil sump See Figure 13 Figure 13 19 e Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz e Service the oil filter if so equipped as instructed in the separate Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining e Refill the engine with new motor oil IMPORTANT Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner if so equipped and cartridge air cleaner element as instructed in the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Spark Plug s The spark plug s should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Lubrication WA
14. clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals NOTE Refer to page 25 for information regarding this and other separately available attachments amp accessories for your tractor 20 SECTION 8 SERVICE Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows e Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position Engage the parking brake Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender Remove the belt from around the tractor s engine pulley and idler pulley s Refer to Changing the Deck Belt on page 24 for detailed instructions See Figure 20 Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the hair pin clip that secures the deck support rod on the rear left side of the deck See Figure 15 aS eee d Hair Pin Clip Figure 15 Remove the hair pin clip that secures the deck support rod and carefully remove the deck support from the deck lift arm Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side e Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way 21 Idler Bracket Hair Pin Clip N NN S NS x T cable lt Figure 16 e Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it Proceed to remove the spring from the deck idler bracke
15. components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm GENERAL OPERATION 10 Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe 11 place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet 2 Be familiar with all controls and their proper 12 Amissing or damaged discharge cover can cause operation Know how to stop the machine and blade contact or thrown object injuries disengage them quickly 13 Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives 3 Never allow children under 14 years old to operate walks or roads and while not cutting grass this machine Children 14 years oldand Over 14 Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing should read and understand the operation roadways This machine is not intended for use on instructions and safety rules in this manual and any public roadway should be trained and supervised by a parent 15 Do not operate the machine while under the 4 Never allow adults to operate this machine without i
16. e REMOVE OBJECT KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCT BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLAC NG HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Setting the Cutting Height Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the five different cutting height notches on the right side of the fender Then adjust the deck wheels if so equipped so that they are between 14 inch and 12 inch above the ground when the tractor is ona smooth flat surface such as a driveway WARNING Keep hands and feet away A from the discharge opening of the cutting deck NOTE On models so equipped the deck wheels are an anti scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck OT ACROSS S THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S ON OF ALL CONTROLS Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 17 of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the A interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the TRACTOR SET UP on page 8 of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch Place the PTO Blade Engage
17. into the engaged ON position with the shift lever in Reverse WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection Reverse Caution Mode A WARNING Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged IMPORTANT Mowing in reverse is not recommended To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE IMPORTANT The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 2 Start the engine as previously instructed in this Operators Manual Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow position of the key switch module See Figure 8 13 3 Depress the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON Orange Triangular Button at the top right corner of the key switch module The red indicator light at the top left comer of the key switch module will be ON while activated See Figure 8 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged Always look down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around After resuming forwa
18. serious personal injury and or property damage Tire Pressure A The tires on your unit may be over inflated for shipping purposes Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p s i for the rear tires amp 14 p s i for the front tires Check sidewall of tire for maximum p s i Attaching the Battery Cables NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg WARNING Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The positive cable heavy red wire is secured to the positive battery terminal with a hex bolt and hex nut at the factory Make certain that the rubber boot covers the terminal to help protect it from corrosion e Remove the hex bolt and wing nut from the negative cable e Remove the black plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable heavy black wire to the negative battery terminal with the bolt and wing nut e Make certain the hold down strap is in position over the battery securing it in place See Figure 4 Rubber Boot Wing Nut Hex Bolt Figure 4 NOTE f the battery is put into service after the date shown on top of battery charge the battery as instructed on page 22 of this manual prior to operating the tractor SECTION 4 KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR
19. to page19 for information regarding the oil drain sleeve and changing your engine oil Attaching The Steering Wheel Tools Required For Assembly 1 1 2 socket wrench 1 The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been packed within the steering wheel beneath steering wheel cap Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove the hardware 2 With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward place the steering wheel over the steering shaft 3 Place the washer with the cupped side down over the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt See Figure 1 4 Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it clicks into place Figure 1 Attaching The Seat NOTE For shipping reasons seats are either fastened to the tractor seat s pivot bracket with a plastic tie or mounted backward to the pivot bracket In either case free the seat form its shipping position and remove the two knobs from the bottom of seat before proceeding with applicable instructions below 1 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket Figure 2 2 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat s base 3 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the two knobs removed earlier See Figure 2 Knobs
20. RNING Before lubricating repairing or A inspecting always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Engine Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the Briggs amp Stratton Owner Manual packed with your unit Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Rear Wheels The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an all purpose grease before re installing them Front Axles Each end of the tractor s front pivot bar may be equipped with a grease fitting Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation Cleaning the Engine And Deck Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine IMPORTANT The use of a pressure washer to clean your tractor is NOT recommended It may cause damage to electrical components spindles pulleys bearings or the engine Deck Wash System A hex plug can be found on your tractor s deck surface See Figure 14 Hex Plug Figure 14 This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as part of a separately available deck wash system Use the Deck Wash System to rinse grass
21. a roll over e Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If itis necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your application Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in this section Engaging the Blades Engaging the PTO Blade Engage transfers power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To engage the blades proceed as follows e Move the throttle control lever to the FAST rabbit position e Grasp the PTO Blade Engage lever and position it all the way forward into the engaged ON position e Keep the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position forthe most efficient use of the cutting deck or other separately available attachments IMPORTANT The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with the shift lever in position for reverse travel with the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 13 Mowing WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area
22. and engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition key off and remove the key WARNING Always look down and behind before and while backing up to avoid a back over accident A e Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up e Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE position IMPORTANT Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting Release the parking brake by depressing the clutch brake pedal and positioning the speed control lever in desired position IMPORTANT First time operators should use speed positions 1 or 2 Become completely familiar with the tractors operation and controls before operating the tractor in higher speed positions Release clutch brake pedal slowly to put unit into motion The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the clutch brake pedal NOTE When operating the unit initially there will be little difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts have seated themselves into the pulleys during the break in period WARNING Before leaving the operator s A position for any reason disengage the blades place the shift lever in neutral engage the parking brake shut engine off and remove the key
23. and maintain the unit for best performance Please read and understand what it says Before you start assembling your new equipment please locate the model plate under the seat of the tractor and copy the information in the space provided below A sample model plate is also given below This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer s web site and or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer Copy the model number here Copy the serial number here OTROV BILT FOC Hs www troybilt com CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 558 7220 666 340 6483 CUSTOMER SUPPORT Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from where it was purchased without first contacting Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below Visit troybilt com for many useful suggestions Click on Customer Support button and you will lt get the four options reproduced here Click on the appropriate button and help is immediately available Find Answers Click here to search our knowledge hase Sear by product keyword or phrase D wa gt y 4i My Stuff The answer you are ogin to check the status of your questions A ea your inquiries or update your personal looking for could be just profile a mouse click away Service Locator Need lo
24. cal assistance Click hete to find authetized service centers in your area SNe Manuals Online Heed a manual and or parts list Download literature fram recent model years To reach the Customer Support Line please call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 g The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to i performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine f manufacturers Owner s Operators Manual for more information SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES A A A WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol heed its warning DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this man ual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle
25. ch to maintain that speed To slow the tractor s ground speed depress the clutch brake pedal and move the speed control lever ANWAGOANy rearward and release it into a notch Clutch brake Pedal The clutch brake pedal is located on the left side of the lawn tractor along the running board Depress the clutch brake pedal part way down when slowing the tractor by changing speeds Refer to Speed Control Lever Depress the pedal all the way down to engage the disc brake and bring the tractor to a complete stop NOTE The pedal must be depressed to start the engine Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 13 11 Parking Brake To set the parking brake fully depress the clutch brake pedal Move the speed control lever all the way down and into the parking brake position Release the clutch brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage To release the parking brake depress the clutch brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the notches to the desired position Release the speed control lever and the clutch brake pedal NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off IMPORTANT Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended Shift Lever The shift lever is located on the left side of the fender and has three positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE The brake pedal must be depressed and the tra
26. ctor must not be in motion when the moving shift lever See Figure 6 Shift Knob Figure 6 IMPORTANT Never force the shift lever Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor s right fender the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck To use move the lever to the left then place in the notch best suited for your application PTO Blade Engage Lever Found on the tractor s right fender the PTO blade engage lever is used to engage power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To operate move the lever all the way forward Moving the lever all the way rearward into the PTO OFF position disengages power to the cutting deck attachment NOTE The PTO blade engage lever must be in the disengaged PTO OFF position when starting the engine ase LB v 6 ke 2 v 6 w gt o a m 2 0 D Q rm 3 A i ey 12 Ignition Switch Module unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting WARNING Never leave a running machine To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired To stop the engine turn the ignition key counterclockwise t
27. de to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows e With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor e Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground Both measurements taken should be equal If they re not proceed to the next step Loosen but do NOT remove the hex screw on the left deck hanger bracket See Figure 10 Adjustment Gear Figure 10 e Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the adjustment gear found immediately behind the hex cap screw just loosened clockwise up or counterclockwise down e The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal e Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING Never attempt to adjust the A brakes while the engine is running Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed or if the tractor s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied the brake is in need of adjustmen
28. e brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action 4 Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability 5 Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine 6 Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury 7 Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT 1 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible 2 Donotmow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in 3 Donot try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 4 Donotuse a grass catcher on steep slopes 5 Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 6 Donot shift to neutral and coast downhill Over speeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death 7 Donot tow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going d
29. e left hand spindle pulley Idler Bracket Engine Pulley Right Hand Pulley beneath belt guard Left Hand Pulley beneath belt guard Deck Idler Pulleys Figure 20 24 SECTION 9 OFF SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual before storing for an extended period WARNING Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Follow the instructions in the Service Storage amp Specifications section of the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual for proper engine care prior to storing your tractor WARNING Never store the machine or A fuel container indoors where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance SECTION 10 ATTACHMENTS amp ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for 700 Series Lawn Tractors See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor an authorized Troy Bilt Service Dealer or phone 1 866 840 6483 for information regarding price and availability NOTE Mode Series 700 Lawn Tractors are NOT designed for use with any type of ground engaging attachments e g tiller or plow Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor s warranty
30. e performing an parking brake stop engine and remove key before adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown dismounting objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to 22 Use extra care when loading or unloading the the eyes machine into a trailer or truck This unit should not 9 Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close be driven up or down ramp s because the unit fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and could tip over causing serious personal injury The jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never unit must be pushed manually on ramp s to load or operate this machine in bare feet or sandals unload properly 23 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 24 Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door openings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the unit which could result in serious injury 25 Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine 26 Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard 27 Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufactu
31. ent Dull blade Sharpen or replace blade Uneven tire pressure Check tire pressure in all four tires 26 27 MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and or its territories and possessions and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and or its territories and possessions either entity respectively Troy Bilt Troy Bilt warrants this product excluding its normal wear parts as described below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by Troy Bilt for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal wear parts are warranted to be free fro
32. ildren 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent TOWING 1 4 5 6 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except atthe hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately a Use only an approved gasoline container b Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling c When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than froma gasoline dispenser nozzle d
33. instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual Changing the Deck Belt Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine pulley WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off Insert a 3 8 drive ratchet wrench set to foosen A remove ignition key disconnect the spark into the square hole found in the idler bracket on plug wire s and ground against the engine to the left side of the deck s surface See Figure 19 prevent unintended starting before removing the belt s Belt Guard pinching injury Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt WARNING Avoid the possibility of a All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present IMPORTANT The V belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely For a proper working machine use factory approved belts To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor proceed as follows Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the Figure 19 bottom notch on the right fender e Grasp the ratchet s handle and pivot it toward the Remove the belt guards by removing the self front of the tractor to relieve tension on the belt tapping screws that fasten them to the deck e With belt tension relieved carefully remove the belt from around th
34. m defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as batteries belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes friction wheels shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact Troy Bilt LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 866 840 6483 or 1 330 558 7220 or log on to our Web site at www troybilt com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 or call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our Web site at www mtdcanada com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty C Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal ROY E deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other tha
35. n an authorized service dealer e Troy Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States and or Canada and their respective possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement pars that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts g Transportation charges and service calls h If Products are used commercially Troy Bilt may separately offer Limited Commercial Warranties on certain select products Ask your dealer or retailer for details or contact Troy Bilt Service for more information No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Troy Bilt During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale Troy Bilt shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted
36. nect and tighten spark plug wire s Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace fuel filter if so equipped Clear vent or replace cap if damaged Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh less than 30 days old gasoline Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Engine overheats ngine oil level low r flow restricted gt m Fill crankcase with proper capacity and weight of oil Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Engine hesitates at high RPM park plug s gap too close Remove spark plug s and reset the gap Idles poorly de irty air cleaner S Spark plug s fouled faulty or gap too e D Replace spark plug s Set plug s gap Replace air cleaner cartridge element or clean pre cleaner if so equipped Excessive vibration Cutting blade loose or unbalanced Damaged or bent cutting blade Tighten blade and spindle Balance blade Replace blade Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low Wet grass Excessively high grass Place throttle control in FAST rabbit position Do not mow when grass is wet wait until later to cut Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath Dull blade Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut Deck not balanced properly Perform side to side deck adjustm
37. nfluence of alcohol or drugs proper instruction 16 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 5 To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object 17 Never carry passengers injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets 18 Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse atleast 75 feet from the machine while it is in Back up slowly Always look down and behind operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area before and while backing to avoid a back over 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment accident is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire 19 Slow down before turning Operate the machine bones toys and other foreign objects which could smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive be picked up and thrown by the blade s Thrown speed objects can Seales sulous personal injury 20 Disengage blade s set parking brake stop engine 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of and wait until the blade s come to a complete stop material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and before removing grass catcher emptying grass the like Also avoid discharging material against a unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or wall or obstruction which may cause discharged making any adjustments material to ricochet back toward the operator 21 Neverleave a running machine unattended Always 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles turn off blade s place transmission in neutral set during operation and whil
38. o the OFF position See Figure 7 NO CHILDREN AROUND BUTTON gt f y Normal im a Sais A Driving Mode Stop ARSE Position Start Position Figure 7 IMPORTANT Prior to operating the tractor refer to both Safety Interlock Switches on page 13 and Starting The Engine on page 14 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator If the interlock system should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor Contact an authorized Troy Bilt service dealer A The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage knob or lever is in the disengaged OFF position The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage lever in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged The engine will automatically shut off if the operator engages the PTO with the parking brake ON With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position the engine will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engage lever is moved
39. own hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control e g tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn CHILDREN 1 Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator b Bealert and turn machine off if a child enters the area c Before and while backing look behind and down for small children d Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Use extreme care when approaching blind comers doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine f To avoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into reverse The Reverse Caution Mode should not be used when children or others are around g Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler h Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation Never allow children under 14 years old to operate the machine Ch
40. rcharging e overcharging e corroded connections These failures are NOT covered by your tractor s warranty Fuse One 20 AMP fuse is installed in your tractor s wiring harness to protect the tractor s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage If the electrical system does not function or your tractor s engine will not crank first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown It can be found under the hood mounted behind the dash panel on the right side WARNING Always use a fuse with the A same amperage capacity for replacement Cutting Blades WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immediately if damaged A The blades may be removed as follows e Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 21 then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside e Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Figure 17 e Usea 15 16 wrench to remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Figu
41. rd motion return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position IMPORTANT The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until Indicator REVERSE uel Position a The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position b The operator engages the parking brake by fully depressing the brake pedal and holding it down while gently pushing the parking brake button inward Reverse Push Button REVERSE PUSH Light Reverse Caution Mode Position o gt REVERS CAUTION M bg Stop Start Position Figure 8 Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it down with your foot while gently pushing the parking brake button inward Hold the parking brake button in while removing your foot from the brake pedal Once engaged the parking brake button and the brake pedal will lock in the down position To disengage the parking brake Slightly depress the brake pedal A WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES e AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADES OFF LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES IN PLACE AND WORKING
42. re 17 Hex Flange Nut go Wood Block Spindle Assembly Figure 17 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge ata 25 to 30 angle See Figure 18 Worn Blade Edge Wind Wing Sharpen Edge Evenly Figure 18 23 IMPORTANT If the cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened to within 5 8 of the wind wing radius or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones See Figure 18 Itis important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and result in personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it ona round shaft screwdriver Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position IMPORTANT Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 foot pounds and 90 foot pounds Changing the Transmission Drive Belts NOTE Several components must be removed and special tools i e ait impact wrench in order to change the tractor s drive belts See an authorized Troy Bilt Service Dealer to have your drive belts replaced or phone Customer Support as
43. rer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment 28 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury 29 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer for assistance SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result DO 1 Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles 3 Use slow speed Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though th
44. starting Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately 5 five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control If the blades do not stop within the this time frame your unit should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the blade s and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade s for damage e g excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blade s with the original equipment manufacturer s O E M blade s only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipmentis in safe working condition 10 11 A Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running Grass ca
45. t See e e Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release themselves from the deck stabilizer rod e Gently slide the cutting deck from the right side out from underneath the tractor Tires A The recommended operating tire pressure is e Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires Approximately 14 psi for the front tires IMPORTANT Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer s recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire Battery The battery is sealed and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting IMPORTANT If removing the battery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your
46. t The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor Adjust if necessary as follows e Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor locate the compression spring and brake disc See Figure 11 _ Compression Spring m ake Disc Q 4 Figure 11 Transmission Loosen but do NOT remove the hex nut found on the right side of the brake assembly See Figure 11 Re tighten the hex nut allowing a gap of 011 between the brake disc and the brake puck Usea feeler gauge to achieve a precise measurement 18 Seat Adjustment To adjust the position of the seat loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat See Figure 12 Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the two knobs Figure 12 SECTION 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting A Engine Refer to the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual for engine maintenance instructions Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Briggs amp Stratton Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Follow the instructions carefully Changing Engine Oil NOTE Depending on the engine model found on your tractor it may
47. tcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE 12 13 14 For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment WARNING YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY i Sy f DE eI ROTATING BLADES CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY o NEVER CARRY CHILDREN EVEN WITH BLADE S OFF e LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE 5 BACKING e MOWING IN REVERSE IS NOT RECOMMENDED sa i SERIOUS INJURY OR JA DENTA ROTATING PARS a THE REMOVE OBJEC ROWN se a aed DE WN ANY DIRECTION Wea SAFETY ee
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search