Page 2 - TRACTOR PREPARATION; INSTALL THE OPERATOR’S SEAT; The seat is partially inserted into the slots of the; Figure 1; TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 TRACTOR PREPARATION Remove the upper crating material from the shippingpallet, and cut any bands or tie straps securing the trac-tor to the pallet. Use the lift handle to raise the deck to its highest posi-tion; engage the transmission bypass rods (Refer toSECTION 1, CONTROLS AND FEATURES); and ca...
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3 • Slide the flat washer onto the hex screw. From the outside , insert the hex screw w/washer through the control lever slot and the hole of the pivot bracket. Secure with the flange lock nut. See Figure 2. Figure 2 • Note the relative position of the control lever to the pivot bracket, then repeat...
Page 4 - WARNING; IMPORTANT; HEED ITS WARNING; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; GENERAL OPERATION; Never carry passengers.; DANGER
4 WARNING • The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near a...
Page 7 - SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS; ON; W A R N I N G
7 SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS Keep product safety graphics clean. Replace any safety graphic that is damaged, destroyed, missing, painted overor can no longer be read. Replacement safety graphics are available through your authorized Troy-Bilt dealer. THROTTLE CONTROL INDICATOR – LOCATED ON LEFT CONSOL...
Page 8 - SAFETY GRAPHIC – LOCATED ON
8 SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS SAFETY GRAPHIC – LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF MOWER DECK INFORMATION GRAPHIC – BELT ROUTING LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF MOWER DECK
Page 9 - RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER; Before you start assembling your new equipment; CUSTOMER SUPPORT; engine
9 RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn tractor. 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 p...
Page 10 - SLOPE GAUGE
10 SLOPE GAUGE (Keep this sheet in a safe place for future reference.) 15° SIGHT AN D H O LD THIS LEVEL WITH A V E RTICAL TREE A P O WE R POLE A CORNER OF A BUILD ING OR A FENCE POST F O L D ON D O T T E D L IN E , R E P R E SE N T IN G A 1 5 ° SL OP E USE THI S PAG E AS A GUIDE TO DETERM INE SL OPE...
Page 11 - SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES; Figure 4; Deck Height Index
11 SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 4 N. M. L. K. J. A.B. C.D. E. F. H. Deck Height Index RH and LH Drive Control Levers Deck Lift Handle Ignition SwitchPTO SwitchTransmission Bypass Rod (Not Shown) G. Cup Holder Storage TraySeat Adjustment Lever (Not Seen)Fuel Tank CapHour Meter / Indicator ...
Page 13 - right; Follow the oil change; Battery Indicator
13 K. Fuel Tank Cap The fuel tank cap is located at the rear of the LHconsole. Turn the cap counterclockwise to unscrewand remove from the fuel tank. Always re-install thefuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank whenthe engine is running. If the engine is...
Page 14 - If the LH and RH drive control levers; Figure 9; This symbol indicates the
14 M. Throttle Control The throttle control is located on the LH console tothe left of the operator’s seat. When set in a givenposition, a uniform engine speed will be maintained. Figure 8 • Push the throttle control handle forward to in-crease the engine speed. The tractor is designedto operate wit...
Page 15 - GENERAL SAFETY; DO NOT direct the mower discharge at people.; BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR; Purchase gasoline in small quantities. Do not; SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
15 SECTION 2: OPERATION GENERAL SAFETY • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Read the operator’smanual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY.Don’t risk INJURY or DEATH. Allow only thosewho have become competent in its usage tooperate this tractor . • Familiarize yourself with the operations of all theinstruments ...
Page 16 - STARTING THE ENGINE; Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat.; COLD WEATHER STARTING
16 • The safety interlock system will shut off theengine if the operator leaves the seat beforeengaging the parking brake. • The safety interlock system will shut off theengine if the operator leaves the seat with thePTO engaged, regardless of whether the parkingbrake is engaged. NOTE: The PTO switc...
Page 17 - STOPPING THE ENGINE; Place the PTO switch in the “OFF” position.; DRIVING THE TRACTOR; Release the parking brake.
17 • Connect the end of one cable to the disabledtractor battery’s positive terminal; then connectthe other end of that cable to the boosterbattery’s positive terminal. • Connect one end of the other cable to the boosterbattery’s negative terminal; then connect theother end of that cable to the fram...
Page 18 - Driving the Tractor Forward; Always maintain your grasp on the; Turning the Tractor While Driving Forward; - To turn to the left, move the left drive control; Neutral; DRIVING FORWARD; Slower; FORWARD LEFT TURN
18 Driving the Tractor Forward WARNING: Keep all movement of thedrive control levers slow and smooth.Abrubt movement of the control leverscan affect the stability of the tractor andcould cause the tractor to flip over,which may result in serious injury ordeath to the operator. • Slowly and evenly mo...
Page 19 - Driving the Tractor In Reverse; Turning While Driving Rearward; - To turn to the left while traveling in reverse,; DRIVING REARWARD; REARWARD LEFT TURN
19 Driving the Tractor In Reverse WARNING: Always look behind anddown on both sides of the tractor beforebacking up. Always look behind whiletraveling in the reverse direction. • Slowly and evenly move both drive control leversrearward. The tractor will start to move in thereverse direction. See Fig...
Page 20 - CLOCKWISE ZERO TURN
20 Executing a Zero Turn WARNING: When executing a zero turn,the tractor MUST BE STOPPED.Executing a zero turn while the tractor ismoving can significantly reduce yourcontrol of the tractor and will causesevere turf defacement to occur. • Stop the forward or reverse motion of the tractorby moving th...
Page 21 - USING THE MOWER DECK; Do not engage the mower deck; CHECKING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS
21 USING THE MOWER DECK WARNING: Make certain the area to bemowed is free of debris, sticks, stones,wire or other objects that can be thrownby the rotating blades. IMPORTANT: Do not engage the mower deck when lowered in grass. Premature wear andpossible failure of the ‘V” belt and PTO clutch willres...
Page 22 - SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS; ADJUSTING THE OPERATORS SEAT; If the control lever is too tight to move, slightly
22 SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE OPERATORS SEAT • To adjust the position of the seat, move and holdthe seat adjustment lever toward the left. Slidethe seat forward or rearward to the desiredposition; then release the adjustment lever. Makesure seat is locked into position before operatingthe ...
Page 23 - SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE; ENGINE MAINTENANCE; Oil Fill Tube; Hex Tapp Screw
23 SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine maintenance procedures and schedules canbe found in the engine manual that is at the end ofthis manual. Follow those schedules for performingengine maintenance. Using the Engine Oil Drain Valve • Locate the oil drain hose on the left side of theeng...
Page 24 - Carefully lift the battery out of the tractor.; Full Charge
24 • Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut secur-ing the black negative battery lead to the negativebattery post (marked NEG). Move the cable awayfrom the negative battery post. • Remove the hex cap screw and sems nut secur-ing the red positive battery lead to the positivebattery post (marked POS). ...
Page 25 - The tractor will not drive with the; TRACTOR CREEPING; Lower the tractor and remove the jack.; RH Transmission
25 TIRE MAINTENANCE Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours ofoperation or weekly. Keep the tires inflated to therecommended pressures. Improper inflation willshorten the service life of a tire. See the tire side wallfor proper inflation pressures. Observe the followingguidelines: • Do not ...
Page 26 - TRACTOR HIGH SPEED TRACKING; If the stop bolt is adjusted too far, the; TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT
26 TRACTOR HIGH SPEED TRACKING If the tractor tracks to one side with both drive controllevers fully forward, adjust the control levers asfollows: • Check for proper and balanced air pressure inboth front and rear tires. Refill tires if necessary. • Perform the first three steps in the previous sub-...
Page 27 - Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged; REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE
27 TRACTOR STORAGE If your tractor is not going to be operated for anextended period of time (thirty days to approximatelysix months), the tractor should be prepared for stor-age. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location.If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires)to protect i...
Page 28 - SECTION 5: MOWER DECK; DECK REMOVAL; Remove the mower deck from the tractor as follows:; Releasing belt tension with the idler pulley.; If pulling the
28 SECTION 5: MOWER DECK This section contains removal, installation, adjust-ment, and maintenance information for the 50-inchmower deck. Instructions for installation and removalof the optional mulching plug are located at the end ofthis section. DECK REMOVAL Remove the mower deck from the tractor ...
Page 29 - DECK INSTALLATION; To install the mower deck, proceed as follows:; Using the idler pulley to tension the belt.; PTO Belt
29 8. Using care to prevent the front hanger rod fromfalling back into the deck bracket slots, carefullyslide the cutting deck (from the right side) outfrom underneath the tractor. DECK INSTALLATION To install the mower deck, proceed as follows: 1. While holding up the deck front hanger rod,carefull...
Page 30 - Lower the deck to the middle height position.; Front to Back Leveling.; The deck front hanger rod should
30 LEVELING THE MOWER DECK When correctly adjusted the mower deck should belevel side to side, and the front of the deck should beapproximately 1/4 inch lower than the rear of deck. Side to Side Leveling If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, aside to side adjustment can be performed. Ad...
Page 31 - Turn on the water supply.; Cleaning the Spindle Pulleys
31 ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS The cutting height of the mower deck can be set inany of six height settings using the deck lift handle ofthe tractor. The deck heights range from 1-1/2 inchesto 4 inches. The deck gauge wheel position should beapproximately 1/4 to 1/2 inch above the ground whenthe deck...
Page 36 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:; HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
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 ...