Troy-Bilt 753B, F753B - Manuals

4 INTRODUCTION Please carefully follow these assemblysteps to properly prepare your machinefor use. We recommend that you readthis Section in its entirety before begin-ning assembly. NOTE: All references to left, right, frontand rear of the machine are determinedby standing behind the handlebars and...

Section 2: Assembly STEP 3 ATTACHING THE BATTERYCABLES (MODEL F753B) The positive battery terminal is markedPos. (+). The negative battery terminal ismarked Neg. (–).The mower is shipped with the positive(Red) cable secured to the positive ter-minal (+) on the battery. Attach theground (Black) cable...

8 I M P O R T A N T : T H E M O W E R I S E Q U I P P E D W I T H A B L A D E - B R A K E -CLUTCH CONTROL SYSTEM WHICH ISD E S I G N E D T O S T O P T H E M O W E RBLADES WITHIN THREE (3) SECONDSA F T E R R E L E A S E O F T H E O P E R A T O RPRESENCE CONTROL. THIS SYSTEMWILL STOP THE BLADES BUT NO...

9 Section 3: Features and Controls 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 shiftpattern is shown in Figure 3-2. To avoid damaging the transmis- sion, do not shift gears wh...

10 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 settingfor best mower performance. The throt-tle settings are shown below. Ignition/Starter Switch - (Electric Start Model) This...

11 BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1. Pre-Operation Checklist With the spark plug wire disconnectedfrom 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’sManual prov...

12 3. Test Blade-Brake-Clutch Control System The mower is equipped with a blade- brake-clutch which is designed to stopthe mower blades within three (3) seconds after release of the OperatorPresence Control or the Blade DriveControl. Never tamper with, or attemptto defeat the purpose of this safety ...

Section 4: Operation 4. To start engine using recoil starter: A. Stand on left side (as viewed from behind handlebars) of machine. Besure your feet are safely away fromthe underside of the mower deck andall mower controls are released.Place one foot on top of tire. B. Grasp starter rope handle (Figu...

Section 4: Operation C. Put the Gear Select Lever (C, Figure 4-2) in R (reverse) setting by firstmoving lever to N (neutral). Thenpull lever up, turn it to R position,and release lever. D. To start the wheels, slowly squeeze Wheel Drive Control (D, Figure 4-2).To avoid sudden acceleration, slowlysqu...

15 Section 4: Operation BLADE BRAKE CONTROL TEST When the Operator Presence Control is released during operation of themower, the engine does not stop, butthe blades should stop within three (3)seconds. The following test provides avisual test of whether the Blade BrakeControl System is functioning....

Carefully read this Section on mowerand engine maintenance and service.Performing the required maintenanceaccording to schedule will ensure theproper performance and long life of yourmachine. NOTE: All references to left, right, frontand rear of the machine are determined bystanding behind the handl...

17 Section 5: Maintenance ENGINE CLEANING • Stop engine, wait for parts to stop moving, disconnect spark plug wire,and allow engine to cool before in-specting or cleaning engine. • Daily or more often, before running en-gine, remove grass and chaff from recoilfinger guard or rotating screen to preve...

18 ENGINE STORAGE If engine will be unused for 30 days ormore, prepare it for storage by followingthe recommended procedures found inthe Engine Owner’s Manual. MOWER SERVICE The following maintenance/repair proce-dures can be performed by either theowner or an authorized service dealer.See an author...

20 Section 5: Maintenance BLADE BRAKE REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to install a newblade brake. To Remove Blade Brake: 1. Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and disconnect sparkplug wire. 2. Remove belt cover as described in “Belt Cover Removal” instructions. 3. Remove hardware (G,...

21 Section 5: Maintenance WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to replace thewheel drive belt. 1. Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and disconnect sparkplug wire. 2. Release all mower controls. 3. Remove belt cover as described in “Belt Cover Removal” instructions. 4. Loc...

Section 5: Maintenance MOWER BLADES Examine mower blades before operation.For efficient mowing, cutting edges ofblades should always be kept sharp.Check for blade wear or damage. SeeFigure 5-16. Replace a severely worn ordamaged blade with a new one. To Inspect Blades: 1. Stop engine, wait for all p...

24 Section 5: Maintenance BATTERY MAINTENANCE Battery Care in Service The battery is sealed and is mainte-nance-free. Acid levels cannot bechecked. • Always keep the battery cables and ter minals clean and free of corrosive build-up. • After cleaning the battery and termi-nals, apply a light coat of...

25 Section 5: Maintenance Lubrication Chart LUBRICATION TYPE Change Oil Change Oil(Lubrication Intervals Varywith Operating Conditionsand Type of Oil Used) Grease Light Oil Grease ITEM Engine Crankcase Front Wheel Bearings Control Linkages/Pivots Transmission Output Shaft INTERVAL First 2 hours 25-5...

26 Section 5: Maintenance *Interval describes running time. **A hand-type grease gun is recommended when greasing yourunit. 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 c...

27 Engine does not turn over. Engine turns over but will not start. Engine starts only after repeated tries. Engine runs roughly. Engine stalls in a few seconds. Engine runs but unit does not move. Wheel drive always engaged. Engine stalls when hot. Engine overheats. Engine does not shut off. Blade ...

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, its possessions and territories. “Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of ...