Troybilt "Pony" Lawn Tractor
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1. 918 04456 Deck Spindle 942 0616A Blade 925 1707D Battery 951 3111 Fuel Tank Cap 925 1745A Key 734 1731 Tire Front 15 x 6x 6 Square Shoulder 734 1730 Tire Rear 20 x 8 x 8 Square Shoulder 746 04364 Throttle Control Cable 931 1032B Discharge Chute Assembly NOTE Troybilt LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs a obligation nd equipment without notice and without incurring NOTE Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www troybilt com or phone 800 828 5500 to purchase a Parts Manual Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready These can be found on the mo page 2 for more information regarding locating your mo del and serial numbers del plate located under the seat Refer to Attachments amp Accessories 1 The following attachments and accessories are compat we for the Troy bilt Pony Lawn Tractor See the retauer auch you pur ese your tractor an authorized Troy bilt Service Dealer or prone 800 828 5500 for information regarding price ara avatacity CAUTION This Troy Bilt Lawn Tractor is NOT designed for use with any type of ground engaging attacr ments tier plow Use of this type of equipment WILL ow the tractor s warranty Model Number 3 Description zi OEM 190 679 OEM 190 116 42 inch Deck Mulch Kit OEM 190 180A Twin Bagger Grass Collector Bumper OEM 190 183 Deck Wheel Kit OEM 190 607 D2. AR ASEA Record Product Information Before setting up and operating your new eguipment please locate the model plate on the eguipment and record the information in the provided area to the right You can locate the model plate by looking beneath the seat This information will be necessary should you seek technical support via our web site Customer Support Department or with a local authorized service dealer NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DOBBULILILIILILI Customer Support Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this machine you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 0 Visitus on the web at www troybilt com Customer Support Representative at 800 828 5500 or 330 558 7220 Write us at Troy Bilt LLC Box 361131 Cleveland OH 44136 0019 Important Safe Operation Practices 2 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
3. exo sobre ensamblaje e inicio Didn t Start Is the battery connected Fresh gas in the unit Refer to Operator s Manual for troubleshooting tips CHOKE FAST rl Move Throttle to Choke position i Place PTO blade engage lever in the Off position Depress brake pedal Move Speed Control Lever Parking Brake to P park brake position Insert key and turn to Start position Release after engine starts Place shift lever in N neutral position Throttle to Fast rabbit position 4 Turn key counterclockwise to Stop position and remove key O HELP U 1 888 364 3578 AND ENGINE MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND RACTICES BEFORE OPERATING
4. 16 17 18 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and while not cutting grass Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Never carry passengers Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse Back up slowly Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back over accident Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed Disengage bladeis set parking brake stop engine and wait until the blade s come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or making any adjustments Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck This machine should not be driven up or down ramp s because the machine could tip over causing serious personal injury The machine must be pushed manually on ramp s to load or unload properly
5. Safe Operation Practices Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty OTROV BILT OPERATOR S MANUAL Lawn Tractor Pony WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Printed In USA Form No 769 04345 October 22 2008 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a lawn tractor manufactured by Troy Bilt LLC It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment It instructs you how to safely and easily set up operate and maintain your machine Please be sure that you and any other persons who will operate the machine carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine its features and operation Please be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features discussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be
6. cattery securing it in place and make certain that the red rubber boot covers the positive battery terminal to help protect it from corrosion NOTE if the battery is put into service after the date shown on top side of battery charge the battery as instructed in the Service section of this manual prior to operating the tractor Shipping Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the off remove the ignition key arc 52 7 brake before removing the shipp 7s 2 the Controls and Features section c how to set the parking brake He Locate the shipping brace if present and accom can 73 warning tag found on the right side of the mower cet se the discharge chute and the cutting deck See Fig 3 2 Figure 3 2 Place the deck lift lever in the highest cutting position Refer to Setting the Cutting Height in the Operation section of this manual While pushing the discharge chute towards the machine 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 serious personal injury and or property damage Attaching The Steering W
7. JO sso2xe ul edojs e uA seutpui uo JOU sedo s uons uo Jno ajeiado 10U od jONINHVM ayesado you nok sadojs 01 apin e se siy asp YTT OTT OTT TT OT TON OT YO TON YTT TOIT TALI EAE jsod 39u93 e 10 gt Duipiing e jo 10 gt 7991 ROILJAA Jone stu Ploy pue 10015 39 SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Assembly amp Set Up Tractor Set Up Attaching the Battery Cables NOTE This unit may have been shipped with the battery cabtes aiready connected If not follow the instructions below for attaching the battery cables NOTE 7 positive battery terminal is marked Pos The egat Dattery terminal is marked Neg ne positive cable heavy red wire is secured to the positive battery terminal with a hex bolt and hex nut at tre factory Make certain that the rubber boot covers the terminal to help protect it from corrosion Remove the hex bolt and wing nut from the negative cable Figure 3 1 Remove the black plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the negative cable theavy black wire to the negative battery terminal with the bolt and wing nut Make certain the hold down rod is in position over the
8. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 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 machine which could result in serious injury Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine 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 Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment 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 If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your customer service representative for assistance SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over acciden
9. after oil has finished draining 4 Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit IMPORTANT Refer to the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper viscosity of motor oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner and cartridge air cleaner tement as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed 7 your unit Spark Plug The spark plug 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 Engine Operator Owner Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Lubrication WARNING Before lubricating repairing or 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 Engine 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 Cleaning the Engine And Deck Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate
10. all controls and their proper operation avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Know how to stop the machine and disengage them which may cause discharged material to ricochet back guickly toward the operator 3 Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this 8 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine Children 14 and over should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can and on the machine and should be trained and supervised cause serious injury to the eyes pyan adult 9 _ Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting 4 Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be instruction caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in 5 _ To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury bare feet or sandals keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet 10 Beaware ofthe mower and attachment discharge direction from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower anyone enters the area without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place 11 _ Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet
11. blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor 2 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 and 34 less than the second measurement Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary to the next step 3 Locate the jam nut and lock nut on the front side of the stabilizer bracket See Fig 6 3 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 6 3 4 Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier when proper adjustment is achieved Side to Side if the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows 1 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 2i 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 3 Loosen but do NOT remove the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket See Fig 6 4 Figure 6 4 4 Balance the deck by using wrench to turn the adjustment gea
12. determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope excess of 15 degrees iariseof approx vate 2 7 every 10 feet The tractor could overtor anc caus serious injury ry nm od Mow up and down slopes NEVER across Exercise extreme caution when changing airecuon on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles 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 a roll over Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Engaging the Blades Engaging the PTO Blade Engage transfers power to the cutting deck To engage the blades proceed as follows 1 Move the throttle control lever to the FAST rabbit position 2 _ Grasp the PTO Blade Engage lever and pivot it all the way forward into the engaged ON position 3 Keep the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck IMPORTANT The PTO Blade Engage lever must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat Refer to Safety Interlock Switches in the Operation sect
13. fender WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance amp Adjustments section of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the Assembly amp Set Up section of this manual for gasoline and oil fill up instructions 1 Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch 2 Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position 3 Engage the tractor s parking brake 4 Activate the choke control Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the ON position 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 6 _ After the engine starts deactivate the choke control and place the throttle control in the FAST position NOTE Do NOT leave the choke control on 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 d
14. fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 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 machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine k Toreduce 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 l 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 Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing General Service 1 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 starting SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 5 10 1 12 14 15 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 machine should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD Service Dealer Check brake oper
15. if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and aown for small children a 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 corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the path of the machine f avoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into Reverse If eguipped 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 of age to operate this machine Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult Towing 1 n Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the 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 055 of traction and loss of control ways use ext
16. in higher speed positions S Release clutch brake pedal slowly to put unit into motion 6 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 position for any reason disengage the blades place the shift lever in neutral engage the parking brake shut engine off and remove the key IMPORTANT When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface always 1 Place the shift lever in neutral 2 Engage the parking bra e 3 Shut engine off and remove wre Doing so will minimize the possibiity 2772 72 2 7 367 browned by hot exhaust from your tractor stenn g 9 3 If unit stalls with speed control in high sceez not operate with speed control lever in cw soeed Dos tco proceed as follows 1 Place shift lever in NEUTRAL Restart engine Place speed control lever in highest speed position Release clutch brake pedal fully 2 3 4 5 Depress clutch brake pedal 6 Place speed control lever in desired position 7 Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE and follow normal operating procedures Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE in the Important Safe Operation Practices section in the front of this manual to help
17. of 40 2 years commencing on the date of purchase and i at tts option repair or replace free of charge a oun c De electe in materials or workmanship Tns tel sanant 57 appi if this product has been operated ang maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident mproper 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 from 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 tines grass bags wheels rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes friction wheels shave plates auger spiral rubber and tires Attachments Troy Bilt warrants attachments for this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year commencing on the date of the attachment s original purchase or lease Attachments include but are not limited to items such as grass collectors and mulch kits HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service i
18. repair or replacement of the part That soteistancing any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverag The following emission warranty parts are covered 1 Fuel Metering System Cold start enrichment system soft choke Carburetor and internal parts Fuel pump Fuel tank 2 Air Induction System Arcane manifold 8 20 27 System Scar 2299 Magrete gnition system 4 Exhaust Syste Catalytic converter SAI Reed 5 Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System e Vacuum temperature position time sensitive valves and switches Connectors and assemblies 6 Evaporative Control Fuel hose certified for ARB evaporative emissions 2008 Fuel hose clamps Tethered fuel cap Carbon canister Vapor lines GDOC 100175 Rev 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 possess ons either entity respectively Troy Bilt Troy Bilt warrants this product excluding its Normal Wear Parts and Attachments as described 2e10w against defects in material and workmanship for a period
19. the cutting edge of the blade has already been 2 Remove the belt guards by removing tne seiftapp ng sharpened to within 1 5 amp from the edge or if any metal separation is screws that fasten them to the deck present replace the blades with new ones See Fig 7 6 3 Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine pulley 4 Loosen but do not remove the idier pulley nuts This will enable the belt to be easily removed from the idler pulleys SeeFig 7 7 Idler Pulleys Figure 7 6 CAUTION If the cutting edge of the blade has previously been sharpened or if any metal separation is present replace the Figure 7 7 blades with new ones UE WARNING Avoid the possibility of a pinching WARNING A poorly balanced blade will cause injury Do not place your fingers on the idler spring excessive vibration may damage to the tractor and or between the belt and a pulley v hile removing the or result in personal injury belt SECTION 7 SERVICE 23 5 Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys including Changing the Transmission Drive Belt the deck idler pulley NOTE Several components must be removed and special tools i e air impact wrench in order to change the tractor s drive belt 7 Remount the belt guards removed earlier See an authorized Troybilt Service Dealer to have your drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual 6 Routethe new be
20. wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engine s alternating system Cleaning Battery 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 Incorrect initial activation Overcharging Freezing Undercharging Corroded connections These failures are NOT covered by your tractor s warranty SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Adjustments WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operator s manual Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires in the Service section of this manual for information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the deck should be between 4 inch and inch lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate the
21. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling gt gt this manual 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 DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in General Operation 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by machine and in the manual s before attempting to the blade s Thrown objects can cause serious personal assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for injury ins and regular reference and for ordering replacement 7 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also 2 Be familiar with
22. NT It is important to consult the specific engine operator s manual included with thi maintenance procedures and intervals SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS lt Li nr EE s machine for detailed engine Service Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows 1 Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake 2 Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender 3 Remove the belt keeper rod from around the tractor s engine pulley by removing the self tapping screw A that secures it See Fig 7 1 Note Make a mental note what hole the other end of the belt keeper rod is inserted in for reinstallation purposes Figure 7 1 4 Remove the belt C from around the tractor s engine pulley and idler pulley s See Fig 7 1 5 Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the cotter pin that secures the deck support rod on the rear left side of the deck See Fig 7 2 Remove the cotter pin that secures the deck support rod and carefully remove the deck support from the deck lift arm Figure 7 3 6 Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side 9 Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which secures it NOTE The deck attachment pin on the right side of the tractor is Remove the spring from the deck idler brac
23. PA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems Engine Modification EM Oxidizing Catalyst OC Secondary Air Injection SAI and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped Spark Arrestor WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be usec on or near any unimproved forest covered brushcovered 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 Safety Symbols 5170171 275 w s cage depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product Read understand aro cw before attempting to assemble and operate Description READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL S Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual s before attempting tc assemble and operate DANGER ROTATING BLADES Nev
24. age Daxancer Grwc baffle and the cutting blade to act as stabilizer See Fag 7 5 metal from the heavy side 71 Daxances ever y NOTE When replacing the blade De sure tc estab the 7 the side of the blade marked Bottom cv a r part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower s n the operating position CAUTION Use a torque wrench o bgheen the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 7 bsk and 90 Ibs ft Changing the Deck Belt WARNING Be sure to shut the engine off remove ignition key disconnect the spark plug wireis and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt WARNING belt on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present IMPORTANT The V belt 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 Figure 7 5 3 Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Fig 7 5 4 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor proceed as fo ces of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges 1 Lower the deck by moving the deck lift iever inte tne parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle bottom notch on the right fender IMPORTANT If
25. al 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 According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 270 hours of operation At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively Failure to do so can result in accidents injuries or death SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal E
26. amage Repair the damage before estarting and operating 1 f tne biades are engaged place the Blade Engage iewe in the disengaged OFF position 2 Turn the gnition key counterclockwise to the STOP tne key from the ignition switch to prevent 27 tended starting Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts ex cessive speed and sudden stops WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor witnout first placing the PTO Blade Engage lever in tne disengaged OFF position depressing the brake pedal 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 1 Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake and let the pedal up 2 Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position 3 Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE position CAUTION Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Alwaysuse the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting 4 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 tractor s operation and controls before operating the tractor
27. applicable to all models Troy Bilt LLC reserves the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If you have any problems or auestions concerning the machine phone a authorized Troy Bilt service dealer or contact us directly Troy Bilt s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your machine for more information Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices eee Assembly amp Set Up eese O Controls amp Features eene 11 Operation ib deus 4 Maintenance 8 Adjustment 17 Service ia 21 Troubleshooting eene 25 Replacement Parts eerte 26 Attachments amp Accessories 1 27 Warranty ES Y tio rioris 28
28. arged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective emission related warranted part provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station 7 MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part 8 Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts o Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc 10 Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used The use of any nz exempted add on or modifie parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified part bd WARRANTED PARTS The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligic e tor wamamty ccverag may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused neglected os pope maintained and that such abuse neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for
29. 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 Fig 6 2 on the next page This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as part of a separately available deck wash system The Deck Wash System is used to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals NOTE Refer to the Attachments amp Accessories section of this manual for information regarding this and other separately available attachments amp accessories for your tractor 17 18 Figure 6 2 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
30. ation 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 equipment is in safe working condition 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 catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown 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 origin
31. clean foam precieaner 1 Fill crankcase with proper amount and weight of oil Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Airflow restricted 2 Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing Engine hesitates at high 1 Spark plug gap too close 1 Remove spark plug and reset the gap RPM Engine Idles rough 1 Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide 1 Replace spark plug Set plug gap 2 Replace air cleaner element and or clean pre cleaner 2 Dirty air cleaner Excessive vibration 1 Cutting blade loose or unbalanced 1 Tighten blade and spindle Balance blade 2 Replace blade 1 2 Damaged or bent blade 1 Mower will not mulch grass Engine speed too low Place throttle in FAST rabbit position 2 Do not mulch when grass is wet 2 Wet grass 3 Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade 4 Sharpen or replace blade 1 Deck not leveled properly 1 Perform side to side deck adjustment Uneven cut 2 Dull blade 2 Sharpen or replace blade 3 Uneven tire pressure 3 Check tire pressure i ai four tires 25 26 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 954 04060B Drive Belt Mowing Deck
32. ctor Contact an authorized Troybilt service dealer The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage 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 PTO Blade Engage lever is moved 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 Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake 1 Fully depress the clutch brake pedal and hold it down with your foot 2 Move the speed control lever all the way down and into the parking brake position 3 Release the clutch brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage To release the parking brake 1 Depress the clutch brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the parking brake position and into a desired speed Setting the Cutting Height 1 Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the different cutting height notches on the right side of the
33. dels so equipped loosen the adjustment knob on the bottom of the seat Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Retighten the adjustment knob SECTION 3 AssEMBLY amp Set Up Figure 3 4 Tire Pressure WARNING Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 psi Egual tire pressure should be maintained at all times Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire The recommended operating tire pressure is 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 Gas and Oil Fill up The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of 1 gallons on most units and 1 36 gallons on units only sold within California Do not overfill WARNING Use extreme care when 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 Engine Operator Owner Manual 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 operating Be careful n
34. e Operation section of this manual for detailed starting instructions Ignition Switch The ignition switch is activated to start the engine Insert key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired See Fig 4 3 WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting IMPORTANT Prior to operating the tractor refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module 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 SECTION 4 CONTROLS amp FEATURES On Lights Figure 4 3 NOTE The clutch brake pedal must be depressed to start the engine Refer to Safety Interlock Switches in the Operation section of this manual 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 tractor must not be in motion when
35. e on your lawn mower but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts M amp yOu should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or part has failed mp cper maintenance or unapproved modifications present 75 your lawn mower to MTD Consumer Group Inc s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists The so abe come eted ir a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact tne MTD Consumer Grouc Inc Service Department at 4 800 800 7310 GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the lawn mower is Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc s application for certification The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service The warranty period is two years Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emission related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supp
36. eluxe Tractor Sunshade 27 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2008 lawn mower In California new lawn mowers must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stnngent anti smog standards MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter fuel tanks fuel lines fuel caps valves canisters filters vapor hoses clamps connectors and other associated emission related components Where a warrantable condition exists MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years any evaporative emission related part on your equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD ConsJmer Group Inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the lawn mower owre 2 a responsible for performance of the reguired maintenance listed in your owner s manual MTD Consumer Group Inc recommends that you retain a race 275 22 773 maintenanc
37. er carry passengers Never carry children even with the blades off DANGER ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back over accident WARNING ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious persona injury WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation WARNING SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees WARNING HOT SURFACE Engine parts especially the muffler become extremely hot during operation Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching DANGER ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately WARNING TOWING Avoid jack knifing when towing go slow and make wide turns SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES sodo s JO 92eJ 9u1 550206 sedo s umop pue dn 519 Aunful snoues osneo pue ujn39A0 pno Buipu 0994 OL K349 199 C LC Aje1euuixoudde jo SH e sooJbap S
38. gs If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery as follows 1 Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes If your battery charger is automatic charge the battery until the charger indicates that charging is complete If the charger is not automatic charge for no fewer than eight hours 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 at the rear of the unit underneath the fender located by the battery WARNING Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement Cutting Blades WARNING Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade spindles for cracks or damage especially if you strike a foreign object Replace immediately if damaged The blades may be removed as follows 1 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside 2 Place a block of wood between the center deck housmg 5 Testthe blades balance using a Da
39. heel If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come attached the hardware for attaching it has been packed within the steering wheel beneath the steering wheel cap Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove the hardware 1 With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward place the steering wheel over the steering shaft 2 Place the washer with the cupped side down over the steering wheel and secure with the hex bolt See Fig 3 3 Figure 3 3 3 Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it clicks into place Attaching The Seat If the seat for tractor was not attached at the factory refer to the following steps 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 from its shipping position and remove the adjustment knob from the bottom of seat before proceeding with the instructions below 1 Position the shoulder screws found on the base of the seat inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket Fig 3 4 2 Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket lining up the center rear slot in the pivot bracket with the remaining hole in the seat s base 3 Select desired position for the seat and secure with the adjustment knob removed earlier 4 To adjust the position of the seat on mo
40. his 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 STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific egal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state 2 state IMPORTANT Owner must 2 zsent Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Troy Bilt LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 866 840 6483 1 330 558 7220 MTD Canada Limited KITCHENER ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238 GDOC 100020 REV A re S u D p eme nt Date November 5 2008 Subject Connecting Battery Cables S h eet Model s All Domestic Ride On Equipment Connecting the Battery Cables CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION When attaching battery cables always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire For shipping reasons both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory To connect the battery cables proceed as follows NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg 1 Remove the plastic cover if present from the positive batte
41. ion of this manual SECTION 5 OPERATION 15 16 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 Mowing WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor WARNING Plan your mowing pattern 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 Do not 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 Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second ti
42. ket See Fig 7 4 secured using hair pin clip as opposed to a cotter pin which you might had noticed was used on the left side This is normal and Gently slide the cutting deck from the left side out from should be reinstalled in the same manner as removed underneath the tractor 7 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 8 Remove the bow tie cotter pin securing the deck lift rod to the deck Slide the deck lift rod from the mounting weldment on the deck as seen in Fig 7 3 21 22 Figure 7 4 WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire The recommended operating tire pressure is 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 Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION If removing the battery 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 fol
43. lied is warranted for the warranty period stated above If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period 9 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period 3 Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part 4 Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or eguipment 6 The lawn mower owner will not be ch
44. lowed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Jump Starting WARNING Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery Be certain the vehicles do not touch and ignitions are off Do not allow cable clamps to touch 1 Connect positive cable to positive post of your tractor s discharged battery 2 Connectthe other end of the cable to the positive 4 post of the jumper battery SECTION 7 SERVICE 3t Connect the second cable negative to the other post of the jumper battery 4 Makethe final connection on the engine block of the tractor away from the battery Attach to a unpainted part to assure a good connection CAUTION If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle car truck do NOT start the vehicle s engine when jump starting your tractor 5 Start the tractor as instructed in the Operation section of this manual 6 Set the tractor s parking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection 7 Charging WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging Charge the 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 CAUTION When charging your tractor s battery use only a charger designed for 12V lead acid batteries Read your battery charger s Owner s Manual prior to charging your tractor s battery Always follow its instructions and heed its warnin
45. lt as shown in Fig 7 8 42 Inch Deck Idler Bracket Deck Idler Pulleys Figure 7 8 24 SECTION 7 SERVICE Troubleshooting Engine fails to start 1 Place blade engage lever in disengaged OFF position 1 PTO Blade engaged 2 Spark plug wire disconnected 2 Connect wire to spark plug 3 Fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas 3 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 4 Place the throttle control in CHOKE position 4 Choke not activated 5 Faulty spark plug 5 Clean adjust gap or replace plug 6 Blocked fuel line 6 Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter 7 Engine flooded 7 Crank engine with throttle in FAST position 8 Parking brake not engaged 8 Engage parking brake 9 Throttle control lever not in correct starting 9 Place throttle lever to FAST position position 1 Move the throttle contol out of the position Engine erratic 1 Unit running with CHOKE activated 2 Spark plug wires loose 2 Connect and tighten spark oz t 3 Clean fuel line fill tank s z 2 237 7 gasoline and replace ue ater 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 4 Vent in gas cap plugged 4 Clear ventorrepiace car 227332 5 Water or dirt in fuel system 5 Drain fueltank Ref s to fresh gasoline 6 Dirty air cleaner 5 Renacearceare cane e
46. me 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 Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Refer to Cutting Blades in the Service section of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions SECTION 5 OPERATION Headlights The Headiignts are ON whenever the tractor s engine s running The lamps tur OFF when the ignition key is moved to the STOP position Maintenance amp Adjustments Maintenance WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove to prevent unintended starting Engine Refer to the Engine Operator Owner Manual for engine maintenance instructions Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Engine Operator Owner Manual packed with your unit Follow the instructions carefully Changing Engine Oil For draining oil from the engine s crankcase a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with this Operator s Manual To drain the oil proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube 2 Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil sump See Fig 6 1 Figure 6 1 3 Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz Perform the above steps in the opposite order
47. moving the shift lever See Figure 4 4 F i FORWARD Figure 4 4 IMPORTANT Never force the shift lever Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission Speed Control Lever Tne speec control lever located on the left side of ene tractor s dash console allows you to regulate 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 When a desired speed has been reached release the lever into an appropriate notch to maintain that speed To slow tre tractor s ground speed depress the c pedal and move the speed control iever rearward and release it into a notch 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 parking brake position into the desired position Release 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 Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractor s right fender tne ceza 7 is used to change the height of the cutting deca 72 Ww use move the leve
48. ot to overfill Controls amp Features 4 bg Speed Control amp Parking Brake Lever G Throttle Choke Lever Shift Lever PTO Blade Engage Lever Deck Lift Lever NOTE Steering wheel not shown for clarity Figure 4 1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4 1 and described on the following pages WARNING Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual including the entire Operation section before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with all safety rules and instructions may result in personal injury 11 12 Throttle Choke Control The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor s dash panel see Fig 4 1 This lever controls the speed of the engine as well as the choke when it is pushed all the way forward When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed CHOKE UT m Figure 4 2 IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST rabbit position Moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine s choke control See Figure 4 2 Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Refer to Starting The Engine in th
49. pe 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 Do not mow 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 Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Over speeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down 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 7 agic 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 Bealertand turn machine off
50. product for commercial use 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 product Some states 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 T
51. r found immediately behind the hex cap screw just loosened clockwise up or counterclockwise down The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal 5 Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved Seat Adjustment Refer to the Set Up and Assembly section of this manua cv sea adjustment instructions Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting f 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 adjustment See an authorized Troybilt Service Dealer to have your brakes properly adjusted SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 19 Maintenance Schedule Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing Check Air Filter for Dirty Loose or Damaged Parts EEG ME ME lean and Re oil Air Filter s Foam Precleaner DE Replace Air Filter Element NE Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter NM Clean Battery Terminals mere Lube Front Axles and Rims mM lean Engine Cooling Fins SK Lube Pedal Pivot Points E Check Spark Plug Condition amp Gap MEME Replace Fuel Filter IMPORTA
52. r to the left then place in the noten 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 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 NOTE The PTO blade engage lever must be in the disengaged PTO OFF position when starting the engine SECTION 4 CONTROLS amp FEATURES 5 440 Old 04 mmm NO Old m 2 O 13 14 Operation TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS 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 e KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL 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 tra
53. ra caution when towing with a machine capable of making tight turns e g zero turn ride on mower Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travei 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 f this is not possible then refuel such eguipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle d 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
54. ry terminal and attach the red cable to the positive battery terminal 4 with the bolt and hex nut See Fig 1 1 Figure 1 1 2 Remove the plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative battery terminal with the bolt and hex nut See Fig 1 1 3 Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to help protect it from corrosion NOTE If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top side of battery charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance section your Operator s Manual prior to operating the tractor A Q a _________________ MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 bL o AE AUR EC UP MCCC ECCE ONE __ _ Y MI Printed In USA Form No 769 04615 November 5 2008 TE F S Start lI GUIDE Read and understand all instruc Lea el manual de operacion a PEN x 1 Speed Control Throttle Parking Brake Y 2 o i 3 3 3 gt n gt Place PTO Blade Engage Lever in Off position Place Shift Lever in N neutral position Engage Lever Fully depress the Brake Pedal 2008 13ANT7KG Need Hep Call 1 888 T IMPORTANT READ OPERATOR S MANUAL FOLLOW THE SAFE OPERATION x Ff START GUIDE ion warning and danger labels
55. s 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 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 1 800 558 1238 or log on to our Web site at www mtdcanada com This mited 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 manufactur er 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 norma deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than 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 parts that are not genuine Troy Bilt parts g Transportation charges and service calls h Troy Bilt does not warrant this
56. ts 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 machine on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this machine 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 Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles 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 the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine 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 Avoid starting or stopping on a slo
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