Troy-Bilt J609 - Manuals

9 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Figure 3 NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. A PTO (Blade Engage) Lever G Throttle Lever B Ammeter H Ignition Switch Module C Choke Knob (Super Bronco Only) I Brake Pedal D Parking Brake...

10 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, on the Bronco models, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a un...

11 Ammeter The ammeter measures the electrical output of the engine’s charging system. Under normal operating conditions, with engine at full throttle, the ammeter should indicate positive charge. PTO (Blade Engage) Lever The PTO (Blade Engage) lever is located on the left side of the dashboard next...

12 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer. • The safety in...

13 Setting the Cutting Height Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right side of the fender. Then adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-inch and ½-inch above the ground when the tractor is ...

14 Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely. WARNING: Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise ofapproximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). Thetractor could overturn and cause seriousinjury. • Mow ...

15 Mowing WARNING: To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders,helpers, children and pets at least 75 feetfrom the machine while it is in operation. Stopmachine if anyone enters the area. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tract...

16 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’smanual. Leveling the Deck NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 19 for informa...

17 If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment. The brake disc can be found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of the tractor. ...

18 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO,move shift lever into neutral position, setparking brake, stop engine and remove key toprevent unintended starting. Engine Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual for eng...

19 SECTION 8: SERVICE Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:• Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake. • Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender. • Remove the deck be...

20 WARNING: Failure to use this procedure could cause sparking, and the gas in eitherbattery could explode. Cleaning Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. C...

21 Changing the Deck Belt WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the sparkplug wire(s) and ground against the engine toprevent unintended starting before removingthe belt(s). WARNING: Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury. Do not place your fingers onthe idler ...

23 SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO engaged. Parking brake not engaged.Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.Throttle control lever not in correct starting position.Choke not activated Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.Blocked fuel line.Faulty ...

24 25 3 14 24 15 12 8 4 19 9 6 17 1 22 17 7 29 13 10 33 37 28 29 5 11 28 32 21 16 7 16 20 7 2 7 18 36 23 24 30 31 28 34 27 35 26 26 SECTION 12: PARTS LIST

30 Models J609 & T609 To Deck A A B B 8 37 18 48 47 33 8 8 39 40 31 29 27 30 36 13 34 50 42 41 35 32 46 49 38 9 12 13 17 9 44 5 28 34 1 43 16 22 23 4 42 26 10 3 45 14 25 15 20 2 6 21 24 26 11 19 7 IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-belts are designed to engage...

40 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 ...