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1. A hand type grease gun is recommended 25 Section 5 Maintenance 7 USN TINE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage ATTENTION This chart describes service guidelines only It does not provide complete service information Complete service is available from your authorized mower or engine dealer Before performing any of the maintenance procedures refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manual or the Engine Owner s Manual for the correct safety precautions and mainte nance procedures Maintenance Chart INTERVAL ITEM SERVICE Each use Mower Blade As Required Loose or Missing Hardware Tighten or Replace Belts Check Engine Oil Level Check Controls Check for Proper Operation Mulching Cover Check for Proper Cover Installation Mower Blade s Control Linkages and Pivots 1st 2 hours Engine Oil Change 25 hours Engine Oil Change Foam Air Filter Clean Sharpen and Balance Lube with Light Oil Transmission Output Shaft 50 hours Engine Oil Change Blade Drive Belt Adjust Adjust Tension Engine Cooling Fins Clean Grease Fittings Grease Annually or 100 hours Air Filter Element Replace Spark Plug
2. 4 Insert gear select lever 1 up through nylon bushing Z in handlebar console L Guide pin K on gear select lever into groove in shift quadrant P 5 Hold lower part of gear select lever I Figure 2 7 against bracket M Position retaining plate N removed earlier as shown in Figure 2 7 plate below bracket Secure plate with two 1 4 20 x 1 2 screws 0 and 1 4 20 locknuts re moved earlier 6 Slide grip B Figure 2 6 back onto gear select lever I 7 Rotate gear select lever I Figures 2 6 amp 2 7 clockwise until spur K short rod on gear select rod stops in the neu tral position detent on the shift pattern quadrant Figure 2 6 8 Move shift arm X Figure 2 7 from side to side as necessary into each trans mission gear detent until transmission is in neutral NOTE Moving shift arm X all the way to the left and then one notch back to the right should put transmission into neu tral When transmission is in neutral unit will move freely when pushed while hold ing the Operator Presence Control lever W Figure 2 5 down If transmission is NOT in neutral there will be a slight drag on the wheels when pushing unit w J V A g AA l E C F F a Sai ee Hh 4 it i 29 f i gt L 1 i H FERET AA lt 57 SR K Pin K must be in this detent when transmission neutral is adjusted Figure 2 6 Detail Gea
3. 2 Keep both tires equally inflated to help prevent machine from pulling to one side STEP 8 After Assembling and Before Using Unit 1 Read this entire Owner s Manual for proper safety operation and mainte nance information 2 Make sure spark plug wire is con nected to spark plug before starting unit 3 Features and Controls A WARNING Before operating mower be sure to read all safety controls and operating instructions in this Manual and on decals located on machine Severe personal injury or property damage could result if this instruction is not followed IMPORTANT THE MOWER IS EQUIPPED WITH A BLADE BRAKE CLUTCH CONTROL SYSTEM WHICH IS DESIGNED TO STOP THE MOWER BLADES WITHIN THREE 3 SECONDS AFTER RELEASE OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL THIS SYSTEM WILL STOP THE BLADES BUT NOT THE ENGINE THEREFORE YOU CAN DISEN GAGE THE BLADE DRIVE AT ANYTIME WITHOUT HAVING TO STOP AND RESTART THE ENGINE THIS FEATURE IS PARTICULARLY USEFUL WHEN YOU NEED TO CROSS GRAVEL DRIVES OR ROUGH TERRAIN AND YOU DO NOT WANT THE SPINNING BLADES TO STRIKE STONES OR HIDDEN OBSTACLES A WARNING The blade brake clutch control system should stop the mower blades within three 3 seconds after release of the Operator Presence Control If the blades do not stop within three 3 seconds put the Engine Throttle Control in the STOP position Disconnect the spark plug wire and do not operate the mower until the blade brak
4. The carburetor is adjusted at the factory It should not need to be reset If black exhaust is noted check the air cleaner first An over rich mixture is usually caused by a poorly serviced or clogged air cleaner element not an improperly adjusted carburetor If readjustment is necessary refer to Engine Owner s Manual or contact your engine dealer 17 Section 5 Maintenance 7 Na ILE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage ENGINE STORAGE If engine will be unused for 30 days or more prepare it for storage by following the recommended procedures found in the Engine Owner s Manual MOWER SERVICE The following maintenance repair proce dures can be performed by either the owner or an authorized service dealer See an authorized service dealer for complete mower service TIPPING MOWER FOR SERVICE A WARNING Before servicing underside of mower stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire Remove ignition key from keyswitch on electric start models Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or property damage When servicing the underside of the mower for any reason the mower should
5. onds after the Operator Presence Control Bar is released the system is not working properly Immediately contact your local service dealer or the factory Technical Service Department for instructions Do not use the mower until the mechanism is repaired The mower is equipped with a safety discharge chute comes with special mulcher covers and offers an op tional grass catcher The safety dis charge chute must be working prop erly at all times Never attempt to disconnect or otherwise cause this discharge chute to cease working If used mulcher cover or grass catcher attachment must be installed properly and function correctly Do not use your equipment otherwise Never run the engine in an enclosed area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide a deadly gas that is odor less colorless and tasteless Always run the engine outdoors and make sure there is adequate ventilation Il SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury All slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy ona slope do not mow it Za DO Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme cau tion when changing direction on slopes Avoid slopes greater than 159 Remove objects such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles DO NOT Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The operator could
6. Follow this procedure to install a new blade brake To Remove Blade Brake 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove belt cover as described in Belt Cover Removal instructions 3 Remove hardware G Figure 5 8 securing blade brake H 4 Remove old brake H from idler arm I To Install Brake 1 Position new brake H in place on idler arm I 2 Center brake in sheave groove and secure brake H with hardware G re moved earlier 3 Reinstall belt cover securely 4 Test operation of blade brake see Blade Brake Control Test in Operation section BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT If the blade drive belt is slipping due to lack of belt tension follow the steps below 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove belt cover as described in Belt Cover Removal instructions 3 With mower on level ground adjust blade cutting height at about 3 mea sure from ground to flat portion of blade 4 With the Blade Drive Control Figure 5 7 in the disengaged position set a gap of 1 8 between the spring F Figure 5 9 and flat washer E by adjusting the nut D 5 Reinstall the belt cover securely 20 drive belt Adjust idler in direction A of arrow to tighten blade Figure 5 9 Blade drive adjustment 6 Test the operation of the blade brake s
7. loose footing or balance Do not mow excessively steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping Ill CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the opera tor is not alert to the presence of chil dren Children are often attracted to the mower and to the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them ul Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult Be alert and turn mower off if chil dren enter the area Before and while moving backwards look behind and down for small children Never allow children to operate the mower Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE i Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and their vapors are explosive a Use only an approved container b Never remove gas cap or add fuel when the engine is running Allow engine to cool before refu eling Do not smoke c Never refuel the machine indoors d Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater etc e Move mower away from any gasoline fumes before starting the engine Never run an engine inside a closed area Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent acciden
8. 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 termi nals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion Battery Failures Some common causes for battery failure are e incorrect initial activation e undercharging e overcharging e corroded connections e freezing IMPORTANT These failures are NOT covered by your tractor s warranty Battery Removal and Installation When removing and installing the bat tery disconnect and connect the cables in this order to avoid sparking 1 To remove the battery first discon nect the negative cable from the grounding screw on the back of the bat tery bracket post Bend the cable away from any metal parts 2 Disconnect the negative cable from the negative battery post 3 Disconnect the positive cable from the positive battery post and bend it away from any metal parts Cover the cable terminal with its rubber boot 4 Remove the battery clamp 5 To install the battery reverse the above steps Be sure that the battery posts face to the rear of the tiller and that the positive post is on the left side as you face forward from the han dlebars Battery Storage Charge battery fully The battery loses some of its charge each day when the unit is not used IMPORTANT NEVER store battery with out a full charge Recharge
9. wait until the blade comes to a complete stop and disconnect the spark plug wire be fore installing or removing the mulcher cover or the optional grass catcher Make certain that the grass catcher is securely attached before operating the mower Empty the grass catcher after each use decomposing debris could generate enough heat to catch fire Mow in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Section 1 Safety 15 20 21 22 23 Never operate mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Disengage the Wheel Drive Lever on self propelled models before starting the engine If the unit should start to vibrate ab normally stop the engine and dis connect the spark plug wire Then check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when oper ating mower Watch for traffic when operating near or when crossing roadways Never attempt to carry children or other passengers on the mower They could fall off and be seriously injured or they could interfere with the safe operation of the mower Check the operation of the Operator Presence Control Bar before each use See the Maintenance Section of this manual for instructions If the engine runs longer than three sec
10. Clean Replace Re gap Grease Monthly Linkages Adjust Belts Check Replace Adjust Annually or 50 hours Front Wheel Bearings Grease Interval describes running time A hand type grease gun is recommended when greasing your unit High pressure type grease guns could cause damage to fit tings seals Consult engine manual for more detailed engine service infor mation Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present Replace air cleaner parts if very dirty 26 Section 5 Maintenance 7 VSN TIMER Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage ATTENTION This table describes service guidelines only It does not provide com plete service information Complete service Symptom is available from your authorized mower or engine dealer Before performing any of the 2 5 corrections in this table refer to the appro t 5 2 S priate information contained in this Manual D e sl E g 3 or the Engine Owner s Manual for the cor S S gz els sl Zl o S f el eed o ol al o D al Sl oa rect safety precautions and operating or s z 2 g s S 8 8 2 88 mainte
11. E Figure 2 3 3 Secure the ground cable to the nega tive battery terminal with the bolt and hex nut just removed 4 Resecure the battery cover IMPORTANT e f the battery is put into service after the date shown on top of battery charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenence section of this manual prior to operating the tiller Red Positive Cable STEP 4 Attach Control Rods A Attach Wheel Drive Control Rod 1 Locate the wheel drive control rod F Figures 2 4A amp 2 7 and remove the an gled end from the left handlebar by re moving the hairpin clip which secures it to the Wheel Drive Control lever V Figure 2 4A 2 At left side of engine deck insert swivel block H Figures 2 4 amp 2 5 on wheel drive control rod into wheel drive control arm U Figure 2 4 3 Add a 5 16 washer A Figure 2 4 and secure with a hairpin clip B 4 At upper end of control rod re insert the angled end into the Wheel Drive Control lever V Figure 2 4A and re attach with hairpin clip BB removed earlier B Attach Operator Presence Control Rod 1 Locate the Operator Presence Control rod E Figures 2 4 and 2 5 At bottom of control rod insert swivel block G Figures 2 4 amp 2 5 into control arm T Figure 2 4 Black Negative Cable Figure 2 3 Connect wire terminals to battery terminals Section 2 Assembly A WARNING Control rods are adjusted at the fac tory and
12. adjusted the Blade Drive Control will disengage when the Operator Presence Control is released Re adjust as necessary by repeating Steps 2 and 3 Figure 5 10 Blade Drive Control Lever adjustment Section 5 Maintenance 7 ANE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to replace the wheel drive belt 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Release all mower controls 3 Remove belt cover as described in Belt Cover Removal instructions 4 Locate wheel drive belt 0 Figure 5 11 and remove it from top sheave of engine sheave backsided idlers P and Q and transmission sheave R 5 Install new belt as shown in Figure 5 11 Belt must be installed inside out V side of belt lies against engine sheave only Flat side of belt lies against transmission sheave R and back sided idlers P and Q 6 Make sure belt is inside belt guide S Figure 5 11 7 Reinstall belt cover securely 8 An adjustment to the drive belt may be necessary See Wheel Drive Belt Adjustment in this Section WHEEL DRIVE
13. and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit please call the Customer Support Department PF Call 1 330 558 7220 or 1 800 520 5520 to reach a Customer Support representative Please have your unit s model number and serial number ready when you call See previous section to locate this in formation You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call For more details about your unit visit our website at www troybilt com 4 Safety A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproduc tive harm damage IMPORTANT Safety Alert Symbol This is a safety alert symbol It is used in this Owner s Manual to alert you to potential hazards Whenever you see this symbol read and obey the safety message that follows it Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury or property Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Mowers This cutting 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 I GENERAL OPERATIO
14. and wait for all motion to stop before adjusting cutting height 1 Release all controls before adjusting the cutting height 2 Adjust the cutting height from 1 to 4 inches by rotating the Cutting Height Control lever Figure 3 4 either clock wise to raise the height or counterclock wise to lower the height Note that ac tual cutting heights will vary according to grass and soil conditions A decal and pointer on the right side of the mower deck indicates the height setting 3 In heavy or tall grass it is usually better to make the first cut at a higher setting and then make a second cut at the desired height In rough terrain a higher setting is recommended as it will minimize the chances of the blade strik ing the ground or hidden obstructions 11 Section 4 Operation 3 Test Blade Brake Clutch Control System The mower is equipped with a blade brake clutch which is designed to stop the mower blades within three 3 seconds after release of the Operator Presence Control or the Blade Drive Control Never tamper with or attempt to defeat the purpose of this safety device The control system is a mechanical device which is subject to wear Therefore test the operation of the blade brake clutch control system before each use of the mower Refer to Blade Brake Control Test at the end of this Section 4 Select Mulching or Side Discharge Mowing A WARNING Before installing or removing mulching cover st
15. battery be fore returning to service or every two months whichever occurs first When storing unit for extended periods disconnect battery cables Removing battery from unit is recommended CLEANING UNDERSIDE OF MOWER DECK A WARNING Mower blades are sharp When working near blades wear heavy leather gloves or wrap blades in thick rags to protect yourself from the sharp edges Frequently check and clean if necessary the underside of the mower deck Grass build up in this area can affect the cut ting performance Before inspecting or cleaning make sure that the engine is shut off and the spark plug wire is disconnected from the spark plug Inspection Cleaning of Mower Deck 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Tip mower on rear wheels by follow ing instructions Tipping Mower For Service in this Section 3 Use a plastic or metal scraper to remove grass build up from deck or blades Section 5 Maintenance 7 SAN TIMER Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage LUBRICATION Oil and grease the mower according to the recommendations listed in the Lubrication Chart on the next page
16. do so have an assis tant engage the Operator Presence Control while you adjust the nut TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT Follow this procedure to adjust neutral on the transmission 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Rotate shift rod I Figures 5 14 and 5 15 clockwise until it stops in the neu tral N position from forward gear positions 3 Hold down Operator Presence Control M Figure 5 13 and push unit forward and backward Unit should move freely If not continue with Step 4 4 Remove cotter pin securing shift link P Figure 5 15 to shift rod l 5 Move shift arm X back and forth as necessary into each detent until trans mission is in neutral NOTE Moving shift arm X clockwise all the way to the left and then one notch back counter clockwise should put transmission into neutral When transmission is in neutral unit will move freely when pushed while holding the Operator Presence Control lever down If transmission is NOT in neutral there will be a slight drag on the wheels when pushing unit 6 When shift arm X is in neutral posi tion rotate shift link P until hooked end fits back into hole in bottom end of shift rod 1 NOTE Shift rod 1 must be held in the neutral position see Figure 5 14 while shift link P is adjusted 7 Secure shift link P into shift rod 1 with cotter pin removed ear
17. illus ENGINE YO ENGINE ENGINE STOP START RUN trated on the right side of the mower deck show the cutting height settings ranging from A highest to G lowest Figure 3 4 Mulcher Cover The mulcher cover F Figure 3 5 is pre installed at the factory It must be kept in place when using the unit as a mulching mower The mulcher cover is designed to keep the discharge chute raised up while you mow When the cover is removed for side discharge mowing the discharge chute lowers Refer to 4 Select Mulching or Side Discharge Mowing in the Operation Section for mulcher cover installation instructions Figure 3 5 Section 3 Features and Controls Engine Throttle Control This lever G Figure 3 6 is used to adjust engine speeds and on non Electric Start models to stop the engine Always run engine at fast speed setting for best mower performance The throt tle settings are shown below CHOKE Use when starting a cold engine FAST Use during mower operation GE SLOW Use when idling engine STOP Stops engine Non electric Start Models Only Ignition Starter Switch Electric Start Model This three position switch H Figure 3 6 is used to start and stop the engine on electric start models The ig nition key settings are shown below Do not turn the key until you have read the Operation Sect
18. of chil dren Do not store gasoline where va pors can reach an open spark or flame or where ignition sources are present such as hot water or space heaters furnaces clothes dryers stoves elec tric motors etc e Fill tank to 1 2 below bottom of filler neck to allow for fuel expansion Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately and move mower away from gasoline fumes before starting engine Securely re place caps on fuel tank and fuel container 10 Remove the fuel cap and check the level of gasoline according to the in structions in the Engine Owner s Manual Clean around fuel fill area before removing fuel cap Do not check fuel level or add fuel while in doors or if engine is running or hot Allow engine to cool for three 3 minutes Fill the tank with fresh clean unleaded gasoline with a mini mum octane rating of 77 Leave 1 2 of space for fuel expansion Do not mix oil with gasoline Do not use gasoline which contains Methanol See the Engine Owner s Manual for instructions and precautions regard ing the use of gasolines that are blended with alcohols or ethers called oxygenated or reformulated gasolines Securely replace caps on fuel tank and fuel container Attach spark plug wire to spark plug after completing above checklist 1 2 Set Mower Cutting Height A CAUTION To avoid personal injury do not adjust cutting height while wheels or blades are turning Release all handlebar controls
19. of operation Be sure the gap is set at 030 Do not reuse plug if it is severely worn or damaged Best results are obtained with a new plug See Engine Owner s Manual to de termine proper replacement plug Use of incorrect plug can cause engine dam age NOTE Do not clean spark plug in ma chines which use abrasive grit Clean spark plug by scraping or wire brushing or washing with a commercial solvent 030 Feeler Gauge Figure 5 4 Spark plug A WARNING Charge battery only with charger sup plied with machine Do not short circuit battery wires Remove any jewelry be fore working on or near the battery or electric start system Failure to follow these instructions could result in per sonal injury or property damage BATTERY if applicable Charge battery if unit is to be stored for longer than three weeks During the mowing season the battery is kept charged by the charging system on the engine To Charge Battery 1 Plug charger connector into wire har ness connector located below ignition switch in handlebar console 2 Plug charger into 120V wall outlet Note that battery charger is designed for use indoors and should not be exposed to rain or snow 3 Charge battery for 24 48 hours if unit is to be stored for longer than three weeks 4 After charging unplug charger from outlet then unplug charger from con nector on wire harness located below handlebar console CARBURETOR
20. only be tipped backward on its rear wheels and securely propped up to prevent it from falling Tipping the mower forward or to either side could result in damage to engine TIP Before tipping mower install a small plastic sandwich style bag under the gas cap and tighten securely This will virtually eliminate any fuel seepage from the cap Be sure to remove the plastic bag before re using mower BELT COVER REMOVAL A WARNING Do not operate unit without belt cover installed Failure to follow this instruc tion could result in personal injury or property damage The belt cover must be removed to per form several maintenance procedures To Remove Belt Cover 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove four screws R Figure 5 5 and remove cover To Reinstall Belt Cover 1 Position belt cover in place 2 Secure with the four screws removed earlier Figure 5 5 Belt cover removal BLADE SPINDLE BELT REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to remove and re place the blade spindle drive belt re move blade drive belt first see Blade Drive Belt Replacement in this Section 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove belt cover see Belt Cover Removal 3 Align sight holes O Figure 5 6 in pulley with spindle housing to mower deck mounting bolts L 4 Loosen screw J and rot
21. spring loaded Blade Drive Control lever B forward until it stays in the engaged position To stop the blades release the Operator Presence Control A Doing so will disengage the Blade Drive Control B and automatically apply the brake that stops the blades Always disengage the Blade Drive Control before starting the engine This helps to ensure that the blades will not start turning when the engine starts A OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL C GEAR SELECT LEVER Section 3 Features and Controls Operating Symbols Various symbols are used on the mower to indicate control settings your model may not have all of the symbols These symbols are shown below with a description of their meaning w FAST SLOW CHOKE Gear Select Lever Use this lever C Figure 3 1 to select any of four forward ground speeds 1 Slow 2 and 3 Medium 4 Fast N Neutral and R Reverse The gear shift pattern is shown in Figure 3 2 To avoid damaging the transmis sion do not shift gears when the mower is moving For forward travel use one of the four numbered settings To select reverse shift to neutral and then pull up on the lever Turn the lever to the R reverse position and release the lever Put the lever in N neutral to manu ally push the mower and when the mower is not in use F Figure 3 2 LIFT FOR Ae Shift pattern REVERSE J Won console Wheel Drive Control Use this lever D Figure 3 3 to en g
22. BELT ADJUSTMENT The wheel drive belt requires an adjust ment if loss of drive belt tension slip page occurs This is most noticeable when more traction is required such as going up slopes To Test Wheel Traction 1 Park machine on a paved concrete etc surface with front edge up against a sturdy wall fence etc 2 Put Gear Select Lever in No 1 setting IMPORTANT DO NOT PARK AGAINST A PAINTED OR SIDED WALL TESTING THE WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM REQUIRES MACHINE TO BE FORCIBLY PUSHED AGAINST WALL DAMAGE TO PAINT OR SIDING COULD RESULT 3 With engine running and machine placed firmly up against wall hold down Operator Presence Control and fully en JI Figure 5 11 Wheel drive belt replacement gage wheel drive by squeezing Wheel Drive Control until it contacts handlebar 4 Wheels should slip on paved surface If they do not an adjustment is required To Adjust Wheel Drive Belt 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove cotter pin A Figure 5 12A from upper end of Wheel Drive Control rod Slide rod out of lever assembly 3 Loosen jam nut D Figure 5 12 4 Thread rod E Figure 5 12 one or two turns clockwise for more tension or counterclockwise for less tension 5 Insert rod back into hole in Wheel Drive Control lever and install cotter pin Bend ends of cotter pin to secure 6 Retest wheel traction Repeat adju
23. ET Ep 16 Off Season Storage 0 cette ees 24 LUD FICATIONS S475 cc rs dince a Sa scare iets ainatars qed d ETE ate D RERET ears NET eee a 25 Troubleshooting jescreedesiei ge taa oo pase nea cw a a E a g aa we eae Seka aa ee ae 27 Pants St emane etecalsGd o aidan ts eae E ed ata he a A ETE eben tea ae 28 Wartany Information eas nania he ep Aisles eda aap as boa a aeia d i a aE a Back Cover FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator s Manual is an important part of your new Wide Cut mower It will help you assemble prepare 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 on the equipment and copy the infor mation from it in the space provided below This information is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by looking at the rear surface of the mower frame A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Copy Model Number Here A e TROY BILT LLC Copy Serial Number Here OTROV BILT 1F9Y BuT LLC Pen www troybi It com CLEVELAND OH 44136 330 558 7220 800 520 5520 ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty
24. N 1 Read understand and follow all in structions on the machine and in the manuals Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the mower before starting 2 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the mower blade and discharge Opening at all times 3 Only allow responsible individuals who are familiar with the instruc tions to operate the mower 4 Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire bones sticks etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade oo Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop mower if anyone enters the area Keep by standers at least 25 feet away from the area of operation Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals Always wear substantial foot wear Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary Look down and behind before and while moving backwards Do not operate the mower without proper guards plates grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place Refer to provided instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by Garden Way Incorporated Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug whenever you leave the unit before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute Shut the engine off
25. OTROY BILT Operator s Manual Wide Cut 33 Combination Mower Models 753B F753B fuel tank styles vary by engine model 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 cov ered 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 by contacting the service department at Troy Bilt LLC P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 TROY BILT LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OH 44136 0019 PRINTED IN USA FORM NO 770 10602F 12 2003 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Safle od egress ata alae aii eats kay eaters a wee eae ia ad pow a a a ae a pas mae og Sad pyaar 1 ASSOMPIY r aona wisi aa eo aea bates lanai a T Eee a pode eos niie a 4 Features and Controls sissi csi aapa nn oe Gale grained a ate ets a nica E Ra dadckine eee 8 Operation axcrechate enigo eh eked Lape Reais a cing ee ard aad eee a ats wenden Heed eR EO ee 11 Maintenant esaea eed aap iets a tainty rE ae eee das a ES E EEE
26. RECAUTIONS CAREFULLY Read Owner Operator Manual Do not allow children or untrained adults to operate machine Go across slopes not up and down Look down and behind before and while moving ards Keep all safety devices in place and in working RELEASE OPERATOR P PRESENCE CONTROL Do not mow when children and others are near TO DISENGAGE Remove objects that could be thrown by blades MOWER On Control Panel for electric start model Ni d 8 amp 8 LIFT FOR REVERSE On J Sr TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY READ ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAREFULLY Read Owner Operator Manual Do not allow children or untrained adults to operate machine Go across slopes not up and down Look down and behind before and while moving backwards Keep all safety devices in place and in working RELEASE OPERATOR P PRESENCE CONTROL Do not mow when children and others are near 70 DISENGAGE Remove objects that could be thrown by blades MOWER On Control Panel for recoil start model A WARNING PINCH POINTS Do not operate with out all belt guards in place Beneath belt pulley cover TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DISCHARGE COVER OR GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY DANGER KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY On discharge chute 2 Assembly A WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage do not a
27. RY MAINTENANCE A DANGER Use extreme caution when working on or near batteries To help prevent per sonal injury or property damage e Batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks and flames away from the battery at all times Ventilate the area when charging or using the bat tery in an enclosed area Battery Care in Service The battery is sealed and is mainte nance free Acid levels cannot be checked e Always keep the battery cables and ter minals clean and free of corrosive build up e After cleaning the battery and termi nals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals e Always keep the rubber boot posi tioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting 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 Jump Starting IMPORTANT Never jump your tiller s dead battery with the battery of a run ning vehicle 1 Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive terminal of the good battery then the other end to the positive termi nal of the dead battery 2 Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery then to the frame of the unit with the dead battery 24 Failure to use this procedure could Cause sparking and the gas in either battery could explode Cleaning Clean the battery by removing it from
28. 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 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 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 its 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 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
29. age and disengage drive to the wheels To engage the wheels first select a forward or reverse gear with the Gear Select Lever and squeeze the Operator Presence Control A Figure 3 3 Then squeeze the Wheel Drive Control lever D against the handlebar grip The ground speed can be varied by increas ing or decreasing pressure on the lever To avoid sudden acceleration slowly squeeze the lever when first engaging the wheels Release the Wheel Drive Control to disengage the wheels The wheels will gradually slow to a stop NOTE To stop the wheels quickly release the Operator me DISENGAGE e ENGAGE Presence Control along with the Wheel Drive Control When starting the engine the Wheel Drive Control should be disengaged re leased This helps to ensure that the wheels will not start turning when the engine starts A CAUTION Do not engage the Wheel Drive Control without first engaging the Operator Presence Control Doing so could result in wear or damage to the wheel brake mechanism A OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL Disengage Engage J Engage Disengage D WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL Figure 3 3 Cutting Height Control Lever Use this lever E Figure 3 4 to adjust the cutting height from 1 to 4 inches Note that actual cutting heights will vary according to soil conditions Turn the lever clockwise to raise the height or counterclockwise to lower the height A decal and pointer not
30. ate arm K to the rear 5 Loosen four mounting bolts L se curing spindle housing beneath mower deck to mower deck 6 Slide spindle housing with pulley at tached toward center 7 Replace belt N with new belt IMPORTANT SET BLADES PERPEN DICULAR 90 TO EACH OTHER 8 Rotate arm K to move spindle housing and apply tension to belt Belt cogs and pulley grooves must mesh to gether When applying moderate finger tension 8 12 Ibs belt should deflect approximately 1 2 12 7 mm at P midpoint of deck 9 Tighten bolts L to 15 ft Ibs 20 3 Nm Tighten screw J 10 Blades must not contact deck Check and readjust as needed 11 Reinstall blade drive belt and belt cover removed earlier MUST BE PERPENDICULAR TO EACH OTHER Figure 5 6 Blade Spindle Belt Section 5 Maintenance 7 SANTEE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Blade Drive Disengaged Follow this procedure to remove and re place the blade drive belt An assistant will be needed To Remove Belt 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Disengage blade drive contro
31. ator Presence Control against handlebar grip Section 4 Operation C Put the Gear Select Lever C Figure 4 2 in R reverse setting by first moving lever to N neutral Then pull lever up turn it to R position and release lever To start the wheels slowly squeeze Wheel Drive Control D Figure 4 2 To avoid sudden acceleration slowly squeeze the lever TO STOP THE WHEELS e To stop drive power to the wheels release the Wheel Drive Control The wheels will gradually slow to a stop e To quickly stop the wheels release both the Wheel Drive Control and the Operator Presence Control e Return the Gear Select Lever to the N neutral position when you have completed reverse operation Allow the wheels to stop completely be fore shifting from R reverse into a forward speed oO m MAKING TURNS s 4 4 5 Qnnnnnnnnnnn The mower turns easily by pushing the handlebars in the opposite direction that you want to turn The differential mechanism inside the transaxle will allow the inside turning wheel to stop or slow down while the outside turning wheel is powered by the drive system Reduce the wheel speed before turn ing the mower For tight turns disen gage the Wheel Drive Control and manu ally push the mower through the turn if needed put the Gear Select Lever in neutral so the wheels turn freely MOWING TIPS AND HINTS A WARNING To avoid injury or property damage e Before mowin
32. cal wire harness there are four wires at tached to a large plastic connector and two wires attached to a small plastic connector Plug the large connector into the bottom of the ignition keyswitch that is located on the underside of the handlebar console not pictured 3 Use two cable ties to secure the wire harness to the right handlebar and away from any moving parts Place the ties an equal distance apart Section 2 Assembly A WARNING Do not use the mower if the wheels continue to turn after releasing the Operator Presence Control and the Wheel Drive Control Severe personal injury or property damage could result if this instruction is not followed STEP 6 Check Motor Oil Level 1 Move mower to a level area Press and hold Operator Presence Control lever W Figure 2 5 to move mower 2 The mower is shipped with oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level according to the instructions pro vided in the separate Engine Owner s Manual included in the unit s literature package before starting the mower cc ae Figure 2 7 Detail Transmission Neutral Adjustment e Keep oil level at the FULL mark on the dipstick to avoid engine damage e Change oil according to schedule and instructions in Section 5 Maintenance STEP 7 Check Tire Pressure 1 Use a tire gauge to check the air pressure in the rear tires The air pres sure should be between 15 20 PSI 20 PSI maximum
33. ch blade end to maintain blade balance An unbalanced mower blade produces ex cessive vibration and may damage spin dle bearings Sharpen cutting edge straight across parallel to rear edge of mower blade See Figure 5 16 After sharpening blade balance must be checked IMPORTANT PROFESSIONAL SHARP ENING SERVICES OR YOUR AUTHO RIZED DEALER ARE EQUIPPED TO SHARPEN MOWER BLADES SAFELY To Install Blades Blades must be installed perpendicular to each other see Figure 5 17 Install mower blade as shown in Figure 5 18 with flat side down Install washer on bolt Tighten bolts to a torque value of 35 ft Ibs 47 Nm NOTE If top bolt is removed reinstall using LOCTITE 242 thread sealant Worn Blade Replace if separation begins to form m 58 4 om iy minimum 7 Sharpened Blade Sharpen blade cutting edge straight across parallel to blade trailing edge Figure 5 16 Blade Inspection MUST BE PERPENDICULAR TO EACH OTHER Figure 5 17 Bolt lt _ Torque to 35 Ft Lbs Figure 5 18 Blade spindle 23 Section 5 Maintenance 7 NA CUE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage BATTE
34. ction on mower and engine maintenance and service Performing the required maintenance according to schedule will ensure the proper performance and long life of your machine A WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key on electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury or property damage NOTE All references to left right front and rear of the machine are determined by standing behind the handlebars and facing the direction of forward travel IMPORTANT REFER TO MAINTENANCE CHART IN THIS SECTION FOR A LISTING OF REGU LARLY SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ENGINE SERVICE Routine engine service is described below For more complete engine ser vice information refer to the engine manual provided with your machine For complete engine service contact an authorized engine dealer ENGINE OIL OIL LEVEL With mower on level ground the engine oil level must be be tween the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick at all times Check before each use and every 5 operating hours OIL CHANGE On a new engine change oil after first 2 hours of use then change oil regularly as specified on the Maintenance Chart Refer to Engine Owner s Manual for oil capacity OIL TYPE Use clean high quality d
35. e Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any lubrication procedures e The transmission has been factory sealed and requires no lubrication Ifa leak should develop contact the factory or your local authorized dealer for service information Lubrication Chart OFF SEASON STORAGE e Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any storage procedures Review the storage safety rules in the Safety Section of this Manual e If engine will be unused for 30 days or more prepare it for storage by following the recommended procedures found in the Engine Owner s Manual e Inspect all parts for damage breakage and wear Tighten or replace fasteners Contact the factory or your local authorized dealer for factory approved replacement parts e Clean the exterior of the mower thor oughly and touch up all chipped or scratched surfaces to prevent rust from forming ITEM INTERVAL LUBRICATION TYPE AMOUNT REQUIRED Engine Crankcase First 2 hours Change Oil See Engine Manual 25 50 hours Change Oil Change oil more often Lubrication Intervals Vary in extremely dirty or with Operating Conditions dusty conditions and Type of Oil Used Front Wheel Bearings 50 hours Grease 1 3 Strokes Control Linkages Pivots 25 hours Light Oil A Few Drops Transmission Output Shaft 100 hours or Annually Grease 1 3 Strokes
36. e clutch control system has been repaired MOWER FEATURES AND CONTROLS This section describes the various features and controls on the unit Refer to the next section Operation for detailed operating instructions Also read the separate Engine Owner s Manual for a detailed explanation of the proper use of the engine controls Operator Presence Control The Operator Presence Control lever A Figure 3 1 regulates the operation of the rear wheel brake and the separate Blade Drive Control Always engage this control before engaging the separate blade drive or wheel drive controls Always disengage this control before starting the engine To engage the Operator Presence Control press and hold the lever against the handlebar grip Doing so releases the brake on the rear wheels allowing the wheels to turn The engaged position also permits the separate Blade Drive Control to lock in its engaged position allows the mower blades to turn Releasing the lever disengaged position applies the rear wheel brake and quickly stops the wheels Releasing B BLADE DRIVE CONTROL Disengage Figure 3 1 the lever will also disengage the Blade Drive Control which will apply a brake that stops the blades within three 3 seconds Blade Drive Control Use this lever B Figure 3 1 to en gage drive to the mower blades To engage the blades first engage the Operator Presence Control A Figure 3 1 Then push the
37. ee Blade Brake Control Test in the Operation section 7 lf the drive belt slips during opera tion it may be necessary to relocate idler J Figure 5 9 in the slot provided in the mounting bracket With the engine stopped and the spark plug wire disconnected loosen the hardware on the idler J and slide it forward to take up slack in the belt 8 Engage the blade drive and measure the distance X Figure 5 8 between the centers of pulleys K and L The dis tance should be 5 1 2 to 5 5 8 After obtaining the correct dimension rein stall the belt cover securely and test the operation of the blade brake BLADE DRIVE CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT Make the following adjustment if the Blade Drive Control Lever releases dur ing operation 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Engage the Operator Presence Control and the Blade Drive Control Without releasing the controls look in side the cutout at the rear of the frame and make sure the Operator Presence Control latches A and B Fig 5 10 are fully engaged at point C If they are not fully engaged improper operation or premature wear could result To adjust loosen hex nut D and shorten length of control rod E To avoid over adjusting turn rod only 1 to 2 turns per adjust ment 3 Tighten hex nut securely after adjust ing control rod 4 Test by releasing the Operator Presence Control If properly
38. emove unit from pal let wait until you have completed as sembly steps 1 4 2 Remove any protective packaging from around the handlebars Cut the plastic tie straps holding the control rods and struts to the handlebars STEP 2 Attach Handlebars to Engine Deck NOTE Four screws D Figure 2 2 are used to connect the handlebars to the engine deck At the factory two of these screws front are threaded directly into lock nuts welded to the back sides of the deck The remaining two screws rear secure the lower handle to the deck 1 Remove and save the two 5 16 18 x 3 4 screws front mentioned in the NOTE above 2 Loosen but do NOT remove the two 5 16 18 x 3 4 screws rear Leave the cardboard insert found between the left hand handlebar and engine deck in place 3 Carefully pivot the handlebars over the engine and position the handlebar ends E Figure 2 2 against the sides of the engine deck Do not alloow the han dlebars to rub against the engine while pivoting them 4 Loosely secure the right hand handle bar end to the deck by reinserting the screw D Figure 2 2 removed earlier Do not secure the left hand handle at this point in assembly 5 Remove the cardboard insert from between the left hand handlebar and engine deck 6 Remove the nut from the lower screw B Figure 2 1 which secures the con sole to the handlebar on the left hand Figure 2 2 Attach handlebars a
39. etely 6 Push in and twist oil drain fixture to the closed position Remove drain hose Replace protective cap A 7 Refill engine with fresh oil and se curely replace dipstick NOTE Please dispose of all waste mate rials in an ecologically responsible man ner Use proper waste material storage containers Figure 5 1 Briggs and Stratton engine oil fill o Pi Figure 5 2 Oil drain Section 5 Maintenance 7 NAN UIE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage ENGINE CLEANING e Stop engine wait for parts to stop moving disconnect spark plug wire and allow engine to cool before in Specting or cleaning engine e Daily or more often before running en gine remove grass and chaff from recoil finger guard or rotating screen to prevent engine damage caused by overheating Also keep cooling vanes governor link age springs and controls free of debris e Daily or more often before running en gine clean muffler area be sure muffler is cool to remove all grass and com bustible debris If engine is equipped with a spark arrestor screen remove as sembly every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection Replace if damaged e Gra
40. eter gent oil having an A P I service classifi cation of SE SF or SG Use no special additives with oil Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for recommended SAE viscosity grades that match the starting temperature anticipated before the next oil change Checking Oil Level 1 Park machine on level ground 2 Stop engine wait for parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 3 Clean area around dipstick Z Figure 5 1 to prevent dirt from entering oil fill hole 4 Remove dipstick Oil level must be between ADD and FULL marks Do not exceed FULL mark on dipstick 5 To add oil pour slowly into dipstick Opening While adding check oil level frequently by securely replacing dipstick and removing to read oil level Wipe dip stick clean each time oil level is checked 6 After filling to FULL mark securely replace dipstick Changing Oil Change oil while engine is still warm from recent operation Warm oil flows more freely and carries away more im purities 1 Stop engine wait for parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove dipstick Z Figure 5 1 3 Remove protective cap A Figure 5 2 to expose oil drain port B 4 Push oil drain hose D included in hardware bag with unit onto oil drain port Route other end of hose to an ap propriate oil collection receptacle 5 Twist oil drain fixture C to the open position Pull out Drain oil compl
41. g thoroughly inspect area where mower is to be used and remove all stones sticks wires bones nails and other foreign objects e Disengage mower blades before crossing gravel drives roads or side walks to prevent blades from throwing stones or other hazardous objects Mow When Lawn Is Dry For best results avoid cutting grass when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps which interfere with the cutting action The best time to mow is in the late afternoon or early evening when the grass is usually dry 1 ee zhi Cutting more than 1 3 of grass length may cause the grass to become exces sively dry In tall grass it may be neces sary to mow at a higher setting and then mow again at the desired height NOTE The cutting height is critical to achieving a well groomed lawn You should exper iment with various settings to find that just right cutting height Cut Top 1 3 of Grass Blades Vary Cutting Pattern Vary the cutting pattern from week to week to help prevent matting of the grass One week mow from north to south the next week mow from east to west Overlap several inches when mowing to obtain an even appearance Mowing on Slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes see WARNING statement that follows Slow down and exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Before mowing on slopes check the en gine oil level and make sure that the level is at the FULL mark Maintainin
42. g a FULL oil level is particularly important when Operating on slopes as oil can be drained away from vital engine parts A WARNING To avoid injury or property damage e Maximum safe operating angle is 15 e Exceeding maximum safe operating angle may cause tipping or loss of footing e Do not mow wet slopes e Mow across slopes not up and down e Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Mulching Leaves e The mower can be used to mow fallen leaves The leaf particles filter down into the lawn and provide added fertilizer e The leaves must be dry in order to be mulched e Use a slower ground speed if the leaves are not mulched into fine parti cles e If you mulch oak leaves which add acid to the soil add lime to the lawn in the spring to reduce the acidity of the soil Keep Mower Blades Sharp For best mower performance keep the blades sharp Dull blades will tear bruise and split the ends of grass See blade sharpening instructions in Section 5 Maintenance Clean Mower Frequently Clean the underside of the mower deck frequently to remove grass build up See mower cleaning instructions in Section 5 Maintenance Precision Trimming For precision trimming use the slow est gear and inch the mower along by feathering the Wheel Drive Control lever Or disengage the wheel drive by releasing the Wheel Drive Control so that you can manually maneuver the mower if needed put
43. hased and used in the United States its possessions and territories Troy Bilt warrants this product 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 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 grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes 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 check your Yellow Pages or contact
44. he battery contents d Properly dispose of a damaged 11 Do not change the engine governor i i setting or overspeed the engine ig ie Padinan WitireleeMe pel erly a bk 12 Do not touch engine parts which a Batteries produce explosive posal methods may be hot from operation Allow gases Keep sparks flame e Do not short circuit the battery parts to cool completely before in cigarettes etc away Ventilate Severe burns and fire can result specting cleaning or repairing the the area when charging the bat mele tery Do not charge the battery in an airtight space SAFETY DECALS Make certain all safety decals on this equipment are kept clean and in good condition The decals are shown at reduced sizes below If you need a replacement decal please refer to the Parts Catalog that accompanied this Manual I LIFT FOR REVERSE A DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH KEEP HAND M ROTATING S AND FEET AWAY FRO REMOVE 0 7 Ta BJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN BY et BLADE IN AN ARE A MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 MOW ACROSS NEVER YOUN D DOWN NEVER PULL MOWER CLOSE TO y WHR FEET LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE A HILE MOVING BACKWARDS IND ISCHARGE COVER ETC IN PLAC Pi IY DIRECTION WEAR SAFETY GI KEEP SAFETY DEVICES E AND On left side of mower deck e TN J rk A WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY READ ALL SAFETY P
45. ion in this Manual Always remove ignition key when leaving mower unattended or when in specting cleaning or servicing mower Q STOP Stops engine RUN After starting key returns to run position START Starts engine Release key when engine starts H IGNITION STARTER SWITCH Figure 3 6 Engine Recoil Starter The recoil starter I Figure 3 7 is used to pull start the engine Detailed instructions for using the recoil starter are found in the Operation Section of this Manual and in the Engine Owner s Manual Do not pull the recoil starter until you have read the Operation Section l RECOIL STARTER Figure 3 7 G THROTTLE CONTROL Section A WARNING Before operating mower be sure to read all safety controls and operating instructions in this Manual and on decals located on machine Severe personal injury or property damage could result if this instruction is not followed BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Pre Operation Checklist With the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug perform the follow ing checks and services before each use 1 Review Section 1 Safety and Section 3 Features and Controls in this man ual Read the separate Engine Owner s Manual provided with the unit 2 Check unit for loose or missing hard ware Tighten or replace as needed 3 With the unit on level ground check the engine oil level according to the instructions in the E
46. l A Figure 4 2 down against the handlebar grip To stop the wheels at anytime release the Operator Presence Control C Gear Select Lever F Ignition Starter B Blade Drive Control Figure 4 2 Mower Controls STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE A DANGER Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide a deadly gas that is odorless colorless and tasteless Always run engine outdoors and make sure there is adequate ventilation To Start the Engine 1 Move mower to a level area 2 Release all controls on mower to pre vent wheels or mower blades from rotat ing when engine starts 3 Move Engine Throttle Control E Figure 4 2 fully upward to choke setting to start a cold engine or to fast rabbit setting to start a warm engine A WARNING To avoid injury e Keep hands and feet clear of mower blades or other rotating parts e Look behind you to be sure there are no obstacles before pulling recoil Starter rope E Engine Throttle Control A Operator Presence Control D Wheel Drive Control 4 To start engine using recoil starter A Stand on left side as viewed from behind handlebars of machine Be sure your feet are safely away from the underside of the mower deck and all mower controls are released Place one foot on top of tire Grasp starter rope handle Figure 3 7 and pull slowly until rope pulls slightly harder Let rope
47. l Figure 5 7 by releasing all controls on the RIGHT VIEW mower 3 Remove belt cover see Belt Cover Removal 4 Loosen belt guides B and C Figure 5 8 5 Move flap bracket N Figure 5 8 out of the way by loosening two screws M 6 Remove belt A Figure 5 8 from around sheaves To Install Belt 1 Route belt A Figure 5 8 around sheaves as shown 2 Have an assistant hold down Operator Presence Control and then push the Blade Drive Control forward until it latches in place Figure 5 7 3 With the Blade Drive Control lever en gaged adjust and tighten belt guide B to 1 32 1 16 away from tensioned belt Be sure that belt does not contact belt guide when belt is under tension Secure belt guide C rotated into posi tion as shown in Figure 5 8 4 Disengage Blade Drive Control 5 Re tighten two screws M Figure 5 8 that secure flap bracket N 6 Reinstall belt cover securely Blade Drive Engaged Figure 5 7 Blade Drive Control Figure 5 8 Blade drive 19 Section 5 Maintenance 7 SAN TIMER Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage BLADE BRAKE REPLACEMENT
48. lier 8 Re check neutral by pushing unit back and forth and shifting lever I from reverse to neutral A small fine tune adjustment may be required Detent for Neutral Position Figure 5 14 Lever in neutral N position Section 5 Maintenance 7M INE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage Figure 5 15 Transmission neutral N adjustment MOWER BLADES A WARNING Mower blades are sharp e When working near blades wear heavy leather gloves or wrap blades in thick rags to protect yourself from the sharp edges e Wear eye protection when sharpening blades Examine mower blades before operation For efficient mowing cutting edges of blades should always be kept sharp Check for blade wear or damage See Figure 5 16 Replace a severely worn or damaged blade with a new one To Inspect Blades 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Tip mower on rear wheels by follow ing instructions Tipping Mower For Service in this Section of Manual To Remove Blades Remove bolt Figure 5 18 and washer s Remove mower blade To Sharpen Blades Grind or file the same amount from ea
49. nance procedures ejs g S s 2 2 S 2 E ee 52 5 Z 8 Z g ZI o 2 S 22 gt 5 gt 5l al a el a pe S gt gt 5 235 Sl 5 2 cl siz E Sl el S S z 2 e 5 5 Sj 2 a amp 2 2 Z sc og CES Troubleshooting Chart 2 22 S 8 el elg 8S rouplesnooting bna S 3 8 5 8 5 5 8 3 8 Z Z 2 35 8 2 2 o v a a o o oO o of S S gt z E Z a S S S S g S S S e e S ze g 2 Possible cause Go a al 5 5 a S 5 a al al al Aaa A Engine malfunction refer to engine manual eee e29 e Improperly adjusted drive linkage 2s ee Dirty engine cooling fins or flywheel screen i Faulty ignition SISAS s s Faulty spark plug SSeS s Empty fuel tank Battery or charging malfunction if applicable Improperly adjusted or dirty carburetor 2 e Improper oil level s Dirty air cleaner element Ses s Improperly adjusted choke if applicable TESS Transmission malfunction s Improperly adjusted drive linkage s s s Broken loose or worn belt s 2e od Dull blade s s Throttle control out of adjustment ee Blade brake system out of adjustment s e Blade s out of balance Loose hardware ss NOTES MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR OTROY BILT The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purc
50. nd struts to engine deck side of the unit 7 Position a handlebar strut s smaller hole A Figure 2 1 over the screw B Figure 2 1 on the INSIDE of the con sole with the strut s flat side against the console 8 Using the nut removed earlier secure the strut to the console handlebar 9 Align the loose end of the left hand handlebar strut A Figure 2 2 over the front hole in the handlebar end Secure the strut and handlebar to the deck with the 5 16 18 x 3 4 screw D Figure 2 2 removed earlier 10 Remove the screw front that is loosely securing the right hand handle bar end to the deck and repeat 6 9 on the right hand side of the unit 11 On both sides of the unit securely tighten the screws D Figure 2 2 at the lower ends of the handlebar before tight ening the screws B amp F Figure 2 1 on the console STEP 3 ATTACHING THE BATTERY CABLES MODEL F753B The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg The mower is shipped with the positive Red cable secured to the positive ter minal on the battery Attach the ground Black cable to the negative ter minal on the battery as follows 1 Remove the plastic battery cover G Figure 2 3 by unthreading the two wing nuts H Figure 2 3 which secure it to the battery hold down rods I Figure 2 3 2 Remove the hex bolt and hex nut from the ground cable heavy black wire
51. ne 3 Move Throttle Control all the way down to stop position Non electric Start Models Only or turn ignition key elec tric start models fully counterclockwise to stop position 4 On electric start models remove the ignition key before leaving the mower unattended A DANGER To avoid injury from rotating blades keep face hands and feet clear of mower blades at all times ENGAGING THE BLADES To Engage the Blades 1 Start engine as described in To Start the Engine instructions Put engine throttle in fast speed setting 2 Press and hold Operator Presence Control A Figure 4 2 against handle bar grip 3 Slowly push Blade Drive Control B Figure 4 2 fully forward until it stays in the engaged position The blades are now rotating To Stop the Blades To stop the blades release the Operator Presence Control TO ENGAGE THE WHEELS A CAUTION e To avoid damaging the transmission do not shift gears while in motion e To avoid damaging the wheel brake mechanism do not engage the Wheel Drive Control without first engaging the Operator Presence Control 1 Start engine as described in To Start the Engine instructions 2 FOR FORWARD TRAVEL A Press and hold Operator Presence Control A Figure 4 2 against han dlebar grip B Put the Gear Select Lever C Figure 4 2 into one of the numbered set tings 1 Slow 2 and 3 Medium 4 Fast When first practicing with Sec
52. ngine Owner s Manual The oil level should be at the FULL mark on the dipstick or up to the top of the oil fill hole on engines with out a dipstick Check all levers for freedom of move ment Readjust or repair as needed before starting engine Check that all guards and shields are in place and properly secured Inspect the area to mowed and re move any debris which could be picked up and thrown by the mower blades Check that the mulcher cover is prop erly installed in the discharge opening see instructions in this Section Remove the mulcher cover to use the side discharge mowing feature 8 On electric start models check that all wiring connections are clean and tight A on fo N Operation 9 Check the air pressure in the rear tires 15 20 PSI Keep tires inflated equally A DANGER GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND ITS VAPORS ARE EXPLOSIVE To help prevent severe personal injury or prop erty damage e Follow gasoline safety rules in Section 1 Safety of this Manual and in the separate Engine Owner s Manual e Never remove the gasoline fill cap or add fuel when indoors or when engine is running or still hot Allow engine to cool at least three 3 minutes before refueling e Keep smoking materials sparks or flames far away from fuel tank and fuel container e Store gasoline in an approved fuel container and in a well ventilated area Store it safely out of the reach
53. ol fully for ward until it stays in the engaged posi tion 5 Put the Gear Select Lever in the No 1 setting 6 Engage the wheels with the Wheel Drive Control and drive the mower for several feet Then release the Operator Presence Control A Look at the lawn just mowed The lawn should be cut up to the point where the Operator Presence Control was released B Press the Operator Presence Control against the handlebar grip but DO NOT re engage the Blade Drive Control Drive the mower forward for several more feet Release the Operator Presence Control and look at the lawn The grass should NOT have been cut This indicates that the Operator Presence Control has disengaged the blade drive and stopped the blades 7 If the mower cuts the grass in Step 6 B the Operator Presence Control is NOT disengaging the blade drive Immediately stop the engine discon nect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug 8 Do not use the mower until the Blade Brake Control System has been in spected adjusted or repaired by an au thorized dealer 15 5 Maintenance 7 NA UIE Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage Carefully read this Se
54. op engine wait for parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire Remove ignition key on electric start models You can use the mower either as a mulching mower or as a side discharge mower To use the mulching feature in sert the mulcher cover as described below Remove the mulcher cover to side discharge grass clippings The mulcher cover is designed to keep the discharge chute raised up while mowing When the cover is removed the dis charge chute will lower itself for side discharge mowing To install or remove mulcher cover 1 Stop the engine and wait for all parts to stop moving Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Remove the ignition key on electric start models 2 To install the cover insert the right side tab of the cover into the front sup port bracket A Figure 4 1 Insert the cover into the discharge opening mak ing sure that the slot B in the left side of the cover is completely engaged in the rear edge of the deck opening Figure 4 1 Mulcher cover 3 To remove the cover slide the cover to the right front of mower to disen gage the slot B from the mower deck and then pry the left side of the cover out and off MOVING THE MOWER WITHOUT ENGINE POWER The mower can be manually pushed or pulled by putting the Gear Select Lever C Figure 4 2 in N neutral and pressing and holding the Operator Presence Contro
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56. r Select Lever in Neutral N position cC 9 When shift arm X is in neutral posi tion rotate shift link P toward end of gear select lever rod I Adjust length of shift link P as necessary to fit into hole in bottom of gear select lever I NOTE Pin K on Gear Select Lever I must be held in the neutral position detent on the shift quadrant see Figure 2 6 while shift link P Figure 2 7 is adjusted 10 Insert hooked end of shift link P Figure 2 7 into hole in bottom end of gear select lever 1 and secure with hairpin clip Q NOTE It may be necessary to lift gear select lever 1 to install shift link P 11 Remove unit from shipping crate To remove hold down Operator Presence Control lever W Figure 2 5 which releases the wheel brake 12 With unit on level ground hold down Operator Presence Control lever W Figure 2 5 and push unit forward and backward The wheels should move freely If not adjust length of shift link P Figure 2 7 as necessary 13 Put the Gear Select Lever in neutral N release all of the control levers and try to push the unit forward and back ward The wheels should not turn If they do turn an adjustment is neces sary DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT UNTIL THE WHEEL BRAKE MECHANISM HAS BEEN ADJUSTED AND IS WORK ING PROPERLY See Wheel Brake Adjustment in Section 5 Maintenance STEP 5 Secure Wire Harness 1 At the unattached end of the electri
57. rewind slowly Then pull rope with a rapid full arm stroke Let rope return slowly If engine fails to start after three pulls repeat instructions start ing with Step 2 try setting throttle at fast setting C When engine starts operate in fast throttle setting move throttle from choke setting to fast setting To start engine using electric starter Stand behind the handlebars and re lease all mower controls Turn ignition key F Figure 4 2 fully clockwise to crank engine To avoid damage to starter motor do not crank engine for longer than five sec onds at a time Also allow 15 sec onds between each start attempt If engine fails to start after three at tempts repeat instructions starting with Step 2 try setting throttle at fast setting C When engine starts release key and it will return to the run middle posi tion Operate engine at fast throttle setting move throttle from choke setting to fast setting NOTE If the electric start system is not functioning the engine can be started with the recoil starter To do so first put the ignition key in the run middle posi tion Then follow Steps 1 4 above Leave the key in the run position during engine operation po Oo To Stop the Engine 1 Release all mower controls to stop wheels or mower blade 2 Move throttle control down to slow turtle position Whenever possible gradually reduce engine speed before stopping engi
58. should not require additional adjustment during assembly After as sembling unit control rod adjustment should be checked and re adjusted if necessary according to information in Maintenance Section Failure to follow this instruction could result in severe personal injury or property damage 2 Add one 5 16 washer and secure with hairpin clip C Attach Blade Drive Control Rod 1 Locate the blade drive control rod C Figure 2 5 Insert one end of control rod into blade drive bracket D Figure 2 5 Add one 5 16 washer and attach with hairpin clip CC 2 Insert the other end of rod into bot tom end of Blade Drive Control lever J Figure 2 5 Add one 5 16 washer and attach with hairpin clip AA D Attach and Adjust Gear Select Lever NOTE The retaining plate N Figure 2 5 mentioned in the following steps is se cured to the rear of the mower with two screws 0 Figure 2 5 and 1 4 20 lock nuts Remove the retaining plate and save it along with the two screws be fore proceeding with assembly Figure 2 4 Left hand control rods detail Section 2 Assembly Figure 2 4A Attach wheel drive control rod to lever 1 Remove the vinyl grip B Figure 2 6 from the gear select lever 1 Place the wood edge against the edge of the grip and slowly pull off the grip 2 Insert nylon bushing Z Figure 2 6 up into console L 3 Slide spring and washers J down onto gear select lever
59. ss or chaff may clog engine s air cooling system especially after pro longed operation cutting tall dry grass See Engine Owner s Manual for instruc tions on cleaning underneath the engine blower housing AIR CLEANER SERVICE Improper air cleaner maintenance can cause engine damage Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for more com plete air cleaner service information SERVICE SCHEDULE Outer foam pre cleaner wash and re oil every 25 operating hours or every sea son whichever occurs first Inner paper cartridge clean or replace every 100 operating hours or every sea son whichever occurs first To Service Air Cleaner Figure 5 3 1 Stop engine wait for parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Unscrew mounting screws and or re move knobs D Remove covers E Remove paper cartridge B and foam pre cleaner A Separate foam pre cleaner from paper cartridge 3 Wash foam pre cleaner A in liquid Figure 5 3 Briggs and Stratton air cleaner assembly detergent and warm water Squeeze dry in a clean cloth 4 Saturate foam pre cleaner in clean engine oil Wrap in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove all excess oil 5 Replace paper cartridge B if necessary 6 Reassemble air cleaner components Tighten knobs screws D securely Secure cover assembly E on air cleaner body SPARK PLUG Inspect the spark plug Figure 5 4 after every 100 hours
60. st ment procedure if necessary Most comfortable operation will be obtained when the adjustment allows the lever to just make contact with the handgrip as sufficient wheel traction is achieved When adjustment is complete tighten jam nut D firmly against block B Figure 5 12A WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT This adjustment may be required if the machine does not hold on a hill with the Operator Presence Control disengaged or if the brake drags with the Operator Presence Control engaged and the trans mission in neutral 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Disengage release the Operator Presence Control M Figure 5 13 21 22 Section 5 Maintenance 7M VANTIN EM Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for moving parts to stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage Figure 5 12 Wheel drive belt adjustment Figure 5 13 Wheel brake adjustment 3 Slowly adjust at nut 0 if necessary until the distance between the back of brake arm N and bracket P is 3 8 5 16 Use small adjustments 1 4 turn maximum NOTE It may be necessary to relieve spring tension when decreas ing distance To
61. tal starting Keep all nuts and bolts especially the blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their operation regularly Keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage Allow mower to cool before storing After striking an object stop the en gine and disconnect the spark plug wire Inspect the mower and repair if necessary before restarting Never attempt to make mower cut ting height adjustments while the engine is running Grass catcher components are sub ject to wear damage and deteriora tion which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with factory recommended parts when necessary 10 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servic ing them 13 14 To access the underside of the mower tip the mower rearward Do not tip the mower forward or on ei ther of its sides unless specifically advised to do so in this manual Maintain or replace safety and in structional decals Refer to the sep arate Parts Catalog for replacement decal information Section 1 Safety b Do not use a battery charger other than the one provided with the mower c The battery contains toxic mate rials Do not damage the battery case If the case is broken or damaged avoid contact with t
62. the Gear Select Lever in neutral so that the wheels turn freely BLADE BRAKE CONTROL TEST When the Operator Presence Control is released during operation of the mower the engine does not stop but the blades should stop within three 3 seconds The following test provides a visual test of whether the Blade Brake Control System is functioning Perform this test before each use of the mower 1 Park mower on a portion of lawn which has not been recently mowed 2 Set the cutting height so the mower cuts 1 3 of the grass height A WARNING To avoid personal injury or property damage make sure that the mower is on grass and that the test area is clear of foreign objects and bystanders be fore you begin the Blade Brake Control Test If the Operator Presence Control or the Blade Drive Control are not adjusted correctly the blades may continue to rotate after release of the Operator Presence Control If the blades do not stop within three 3 seconds of release of the Operator Presence Control move the Engine Throttle Control to the STOP position disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug Do not operate the mower until the Blade Brake Control System has been repaired Failure to do this could result in per sonal injury or property damage Section 4 Operation 3 Start the engine 4 Press the Operator Presence Control down against the handlebar grip and push the Blade Drive Contr
63. tion 4 Operation the mower put lever in No 1 setting Select forward speeds according to mowing conditions and terrain Use slower speeds on rough terrain or when grass is heavy or thick The forward speed can be increased on smooth terrain or if the grass cover is light Allow the wheels to stop completely before shifting from one forward speed into another C To start the wheels slowly squeeze A WARNING Before engaging the Wheel Drive Lever for the very first time check that the neutral N position on the Gear Select Lever is properly adjusted See Neutral Adjustment in Section 5 Maintenance for the procedure to follow Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or property damage the Wheel Drive Control D Figure 4 2 The harder you squeeze the faster the wheels will turn To avoid sudden acceleration slowly squeeze the lever D TO STOP THE WHEELS e To stop drive power to the wheels release the Wheel Drive Control The wheels will gradually slow to a stop e To quickly stop the wheels release both the Wheel Drive Control and the Operator Presence Control 3 FOR REVERSE TRAVEL A Stop the mower blades and wheels by A WARNING To avoid injury or property damage e Look behind the mower before and during reverse operation e Stop the mower blades before operat ing in reverse releasing the Operator Presence Control A Figure 4 2 B Press and hold Oper
64. 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 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 STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage Tr
65. ttempt to start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety controls and operating instructions in this manual INTRODUCTION Please carefully follow these assembly steps to properly prepare your machine for use We recommend that you read this Section in its entirety before begin ning assembly NOTE All references to left right front and rear of the machine are determined by standing behind the handlebars and facing the direction of forward travel INSPECTION AFTER DELIVERY Inspect the shipping crate and machine immediately after delivery Make sure neither the carton crate nor the contents have been damaged If you find or suspect any damage con tact the carrier trucking company immediately Inform them of the specific damage and that you wish to file a claim To protect your rights be sure to put this in writing to the carrier within 15 days The carrier will let you know how to proceed with your claim Please let us know if you need any assistance TOOLS MATERIALS NEEDED e Wire Cutter e Two 7 16 Wrenches e 3 8 Wrench e 1 2 Wrench e Scissors or Pen Knife e Needle nose Pliers e Tire Gauge ASSEMBLY STEPS STEP 1 Unpacking Mower NOTE LEFT and RIGHT sides of the unit are as viewed from the operator s posi tion behind the handlebars 1 Cut straps if present securing unit to pallet Leave unit on pallet during as sembly to safely r

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