Troy-Bilt Tuffy J689, Tuffy N689 Operator's Manual

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TRilY RILT

Operator's Manual

Lawn Tractor Models

J689 -- Tufty®

N689 -- Tufty®

IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any), If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator, In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code), Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands, A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019,

Troy-Bilt LLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00924

(10/9/2003)

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

Content Page Content Page

Customer Support 2 Maintenance 17 Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Service 19

Tractor Set-up 8 Off-season Storage 23

Controls 10 Attachments & Accessories 24

Operation 11 Parts List 25

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Copy the model number here:

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CUSTOMERSUPPORT

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The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regard to

and service. Please refer to the

3erformance, power-rating, specifications, warranty engine

manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information.

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SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger

the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this man-

ual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

,_ WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain

or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

GENERAL OPERATION

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Befamiliar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in

operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,

bones, toys, and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown

objects can cause serious personal injury.

7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a walt or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

8. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.

9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close- fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and

jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never

operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.

10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place.

11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.

12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries.

13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass.

14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This machine is not intended for use on

any public roadway.

15. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

17. Never carry passengers.

18. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over

accident.

19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.

20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the blade(s) come to a complete stop

before removing grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or

making any adjustments.

21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.

22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should not

be driven up or down ramp(s), because the unit could tip over, causing serious personal injury.The unit must be pushed manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.

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23.Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch.

24.Checkoverheadclearancescarefullybeforedriving underlowhangingtreebranches,wires,door

openingsetc.,wheretheoperatormaybestruckor pulledfromtheunit,whichcouldresultinserious

injury.

25.Disengageallattachmentclutches,depressthe brakepedalcompletelyandshiftintoneutralbefore

attemptingtostartengine.

26.Yourmachineisdesignedtocutnormalresidential grassofaheightnomorethan10".Donotattempt

tomowthroughunusuallytall,drygrass(e.g., pasture)orpilesofdryleaves.Drygrassorleaves

maycontacttheengineexhaustand/orbuildupon themowerdeckpresentingapotentialfirehazard.

27.Useonlyaccessoriesandattachmentsapproved forthismachinebythemachinemanufacturer. Read,understandandfollowallinstructions providedwiththeapprovedaccessoryor

attachment.

28.Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60yearsand above,areinvolvedinalargepercentageofriding mower-relatedinjuries.Theseoperatorsshould evaluatetheirabilitytooperatetheridingmower safelyenoughtoprotectthemselvesandothers fromseriousinjury.

29.Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcoveredinthis manual,usecareandgoodjudgment.Contactyour

customerservicerepresentativeforassistance.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow

it.

For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than

15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could

result.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action.

4. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve

stability.

5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the

machine.

6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes inspeed or direction. Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury.

7. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

2. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn

over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.

3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your

foot on the ground.

4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over- speeding may cause the operator to lose control of

the machine resulting in serious injury or death.

7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control. (e.g. tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to overturn).

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often

attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never

assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in

watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters

the area.

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c. Beforeandwhilebacking,lookbehindand

downforsmallchildren.

d. Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththeblade(s)

shutoff.Theymayfalloffandbeseriously injuredorinterferewithsafemachine operation.

e. Useextremecarewhenapproachingblind

corners,doorways,shrubs,treesorother objectsthatmayblockyourvisionofachild

whomayrunintothemachine.

f. Disengagethecuttingblade(s)before

shiftinginreverse.The"No-Cut-InReverse"

featureisaremindernottocutinreverseand tohelpavoidbackoveraccidents.Donot

defeatit.

g. Keepchildrenawayfromhotorrunning

engines.Theycansufferburnsfromahot muffler.

h. Removekeywhenmachineisunattendedto

preventunauthorizedoperation.

Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsoldtooperate themachine.Children14yearsoldandovershould readandunderstandtheoperationinstructionsand safetyrulesinthismanualandshouldbetrained andsupervisedbyaparent.

TOWING

1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except

at the hitch point.

2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on

slopes.

3. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE:

To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is

extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is

spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle oron a

truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always

place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

c. When practical, remove gas-powered

equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. Ifthis is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the

fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and

other sources of ignition.

f. Neverfuel machine indoors. g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the

engine ishot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

h. Never overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more

than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to

allow space for fuel expansion. i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. j. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine

and equipment. Move unit to another area.

Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine. k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of

grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean

up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel

soaked debris. I. Never store the machine or fuel container

inside where there is an open flame, spark or

pilot light as on a water heater, space heater,

furnace, clothes dryer or other gas

appliances. m. Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes

before storing.

GENERAL SERVICE:

1. Never run an engine indoors orin a poorly

ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all moving parts have

stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended

starting.

3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades do not stop within the this time

frame, your unit should be serviced professionally

by an authorized MTD Service Dealer.

4. Check brake operation frequently as itis subjected to wear during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.

5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at

frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,

visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked).

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Replacetheblade(s)withtheoriginalequipment manufacturer's(O.E.M.)blade(s)only,listedinthis manual."Useofpartswhichdonotmeetthe originalequipmentspecificationsmayleadto improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!"

6. Mowerbladesaresharp.Wrapthebladeorwear gloves,anduseextracautionwhenservicingthem.

7. Keepallnuts,bolts,andscrewstighttobesurethe equipmentisinsafeworkingcondition.

8. Nevertamperwiththesafetyinterlocksystemor othersafetydevices.Checktheirproperoperation regularly.

9. Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stoptheengine, disconnectthesparkplugwire(s)andground againsttheengine.Thoroughlyinspectthe machineforanydamage.Repairthedamage beforestartingandoperating.

10.Neverattempttomakeadjustmentsorrepairsto themachinewhiletheengineisrunning.

11.Grasscatchercomponentsandthedischarge coveraresubjecttowearanddamagewhichcould exposemovingpartsorallowobjectstobethrown. Forsafetyprotection,frequentlycheckcomponents andreplaceimmediatelywithodginalequipment manufacturer's(O.E.M.)partsonly,listedinthis manual."Useofpartswhichdonotmeetthe originalequipmentspecificationsmayleadto improperperformanceandcompromisesafety!"

12.Donotchangetheenginegovernorsettingsor over-speedtheengine.Thegovernorcontrolsthe

maximumsafeoperatingspeedoftheengine.

13.Maintainorreplacesafetyandinstructionlabels,as necessary.

14.Observeproperdisposallawsandregulationsfor gas,oil,etc.toprotecttheenvironment.

WARNING: YOUR RESPONSIBILITY- Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who

read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

' COUPANDDOWNSLOPES,OUTACROSS.

• AVOIDSUDDENTURNS,

• DONOTOPERATETHEUNiTWHEREIT

COULDSUPORTIP=

* IF MACHRESTOPSGOINGUPHILL,STOP

BLADE(S)ANDBACKDOWNHILLULOWLY,

• DONOTMOWWHENCHILDREN

OROTHERSAREAROUND.

* REVERCERRyCHILDRENEVENWITH

BLADESOFF.

• LOOKDOWN& BEDIOUREFOREA_ND

WHILEBACKING.

t KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(GUANDS_

SHIELDS,ANDSWITCHES_ETC.)

INPLACEANDWORKING.

• REMOVEOBJECTSTHATCOULD BETHROWNBYTHEULARE(S),

, KNOWLOCATIONANDFUNCTIONOFALL

CONTROLS.

• RESt_E ULARE(S)ANDED61REARE STOPPEDREFOREPLACINGHANDS

ORFRETNEARBLARE(S).

• BEFORELEAVIOUOPERATOR'SPosmoN, OISEDGACEBLADE(S),PLACETRECONTROL

LEVERIN NEUTRAL,ENGAGEPARKING BRAKE,SHUTOFFANDREMOVEREY.

READ OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

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SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE

A POWER POLE

A CORNER OF A BUILDING

OR A FENCE POST

hlWARNING

m_ DOnot mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower

could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.

tJ3 Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.

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SECTION3: TRACTORSET-UP

IMPORTANT:Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before

starting the engine and operating. Refer to the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully.

NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the unit

is observed from the driver's seat, facing forward.

ToolsRequiredForAssembly

(1) 1/2" socket wrench (for steering wheel)

AttachingTheSteeringWheel

1. The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been packed within the steering wheel, beneath steering wheel cap. Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove the hardware.

2. With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward, place the steering wheel over the steering

shaft.

3. Place the washer (with the cupped side down) over the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt. See Figure 1.

4. Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it "clicks"

into place.

Steering

Wheel Cap

Hex Bolt

& Washer

Steering

Shaft

Figure 1

AttachingTheSeat

NOTE: For shipping masons, seats are either

fastened to the tractor seat's pivot bracket with a plastic tie, or mounted backward to the pivot bracket. In either case, free the seat form its shipping position and

remove the two knobs from the bottom of seat before proceeding with applicable instructions below.

1. Position the shoulder screws (found on the base of the seat) inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket. Figure 2.

2. Slide the seat slightly rearward in the seat pivot bracket, lining up the rear slots in the pivot bracket with the remaining two holes in the seat's base.

3. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with the two knobs removed earlier. See Figure 2.

KnobAdjustment

Knobs_

Shoulder __,_'_

Figure 2

GasandOilFill-up

The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of 1-1/2 gallons. Do not overfill.

,_ WARNING: Use extreme care when

handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of

ignition.

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator!Owner Manual

packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully. IMPORTANT:Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the

engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.

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ShippingBraceRemoval

_, WARNING: Make sure the riding mower's

engine is off, remove the ignitionkey, and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace.

Locate the shipping brace and accompanying warning tag found on the right side of the mower, between the discharge chute and the cutting deck. See Figure 3.

Warning Tag

Figure 3

While holding the discharge chute with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index

finger and rotating it clockwise.

WARNING: The shipping brace, used for

packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your riding

mower. WARNING: The mowing deck is capable of

throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the

proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

TirePressure

WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under

any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.

The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor. Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p.s.i for the rear tires & 14 p.s.i, for the front tires. Check sidewall of tire for maximum p.s.i.

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SECTION4: CONTROLS

DDD

NN_N

NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown _r clarity

DDDDD

A Clutch-brake Pedal

B Throttle Control Lever

C Deck Engagement / Lift Lever

Figure 4

D E

IgnitionSwitch o.

The ignition switch is located on the right side of the tractor's

dash.To start the engine, insert the key into the ignition switch

and turn clockwise to the START position. Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired.

Refer to StartingTheEngineon page 12 of this manual for

detailed starting instructions

WARNING: Never leave a running

machine unattended. Always disengaged PTO, Shift into neutral, set parking brake,

stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Ignition Switch

Shift Lever

F Speed Control Lever / Parking Brake

ThrottleControlLever

The throttle control lever is located on the left side of the

tractor's dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine

and, when pushed all the way forward, the choke control also.

When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform

engine speed. Refer to StartingTheEngineon

page 12 of this manual for detailed starting instructions

c.o.oi ,1Position

Fast (_

Position

Slow

Position (_

IMPORTANT:When operating the tractorwith the cutting deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is

always in the FAST (rabbit) position.

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SpeedControlLever

The speed control lever, located on the right side of

the center console, allows you to regulate the ground

speed of the lawn tractor. To use, depress the clutch- brake pedal and move the lever out of the parking

brake notch and forward to increase the tractor's

ground speed. When a desired speed has been

reached, release the lever into an appropriate notch to

maintain that speed. To slow the tractor's

ground speed, depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the speed control

rearward and release it into a notch.

lever

Clutch-brakePedal

The clutch-brake pedal is located on the left side of the lawn tractor, along the running board. Depress the clutch-brake pedal part way down when slowing the tractor by changing speeds (Refer to SpeedControlLever).

Depress the pedal all the way down to engage the disc

brake and bring the tractor to a complete stop.

NOTE: The pedal must be depressed to start the

engine. Refer to SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page 11.

ParkingBrake

To set the parking brake, fully depress the clutch-brake pedal. Move the speed control lever all the way to the rear and release it into the parking brake position.

Release the clutch-brake pedal to allow the parking

brake to engage. To release the parking brake, depress the clutch-brake

pedal and move the speed control lever out of the notches to the desired position. Release the speed control lever and the clutch-brake pedal.

NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator

leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine

will automatically shut of_

IMPORTANT:Always set the parking brake when leaving the tractor unattended.

ShiftLever

The shift lever is located in the center of the console and has three

positions, F (Forward),

N (Neutral) and R

(Reverse). See Figure

4. The clutch-brake

pedal must be fully depressed and the

tractor must not be in

Shift

Knob

motion when the moving shift lever.

IMPORTANT: Never force the shift lever. Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractor's transmission.

NOTE: If difficulty is encountered while attempting to

shift, release the clutch-brake pedal slightly before fully depressing the pedal again.

DeckEngagement/ LiftLever

Found on the fight side of the tractor, the deck engagement/lift lever is used to set the mowing deck's cutting height and engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To operate, move the lever to the right and forward, before placing it a notch for your desired cutting height. Moving the lever to the fight and all the way rearward placing it into the

BLADES STOP position disengages power to the cutting deck/attachment.

NOTE: The deck engagement/lift lever must be in the

disengaged (BLADES STOP) position when starting the engine, when travefing in reverse and if the operator

leaves the seat.

SECTION5: OPERATION

SafetyInterlockSystem

,_ WARNING: Read, understand, and follow

all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. Ifthe interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor.

Contact an authorized service dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the deck engagement/lift lever is in the disengaged (BLADES STOP) position.

The engine wilt automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

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WARNING

AVOIDSERIOUSINJURYORDEATH

GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.

DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIR

IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY. DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE

AROUND. NEVER CARRY CHILDREN, EVEN WITH BLADES OFF.

LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND

SWITCHES) IN PLACE AND WORKING. REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE

BLADE(S). KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.

BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).

BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL, ENGAGE

PARKING BRAKE, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE KEY.

READOPERATOR'SMANUAL

The engine will automatically sh ut off if the operator leaves the tractor's seat with the deck engagement/ lift lever in ANY position other than BLADES STOP. The engine wilt automatically shut off if the deck engagement/lift lever is moved out of the BLADES STOP position with the shift lever in R (reverse).

BeforeStartingEngine

,_ WARNING: Read, understand, and follow

all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

StartingtheEngine

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor ifthe

interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was designed for your safety and protection.

NOTE: Refer to the TRACTORSET-UPon page 8 of this

manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch. Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP position. Engage the tractor's parking brake. Activate the choke control by moving the throttle lever all the way forward. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position. After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the ON position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT hold the key inthe START position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your engine's electric starter.

After the engine starts, move the throttle control into the FAST position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT leave the throttle control in the choke position while operating the tractor. Doing so will

result in a "rich" fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poody.

NOTE: If Starting problems are encounterod, refer to

TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDEon page 24.

Stoppingthe Engine

WARNING: If you strike a foreign object,

stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug

wire(s) and ground against the engine.

Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating

If the blades are engaged, place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP position. Depress the clutch-brake pedal to bdng the tractor

to a complete stop.

Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position. Engage the tractor's parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting.

OperatingTheLawnTractor

WARNING: Always look down and behind

before and while backing up to avoid a back- over accident.

WARNING: Before leaving the operator's

position. Always place the deck engagement/ lift lever in the BLADES STOP position, shift into neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Move throttle control lever to full throttle.

NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the throttle

control lever in the FAST (rabbit) position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments.

Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE position.

Release the parking brake by depressing the clutch-brake pedal and positioning the speed control lever in desired position.

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IMPORTANT: First-time operators should use speed positions 1 or 2. Become completely familiar with the tractor's operation and controls before operating the tractor in higher speed positions.

Release clutch-brake pedal slowly to put unit into motion.

The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the clutch-brake pedal.

NOTE: When operating the unit initially, there will be

little difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts have seated themselves into the pulleys during the break-in period.

,_ WARNING: Before leaving the operator's

position for any reason, disengage the blades, place the shift lever in neutral, engage the parking brake, shut engine off and remove the key.

IMPORTANT: When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface, always

Place the shift lever in neutral, Engage the parking brake,

Shut engine off and remove the key.

Doing so will minimize the possibility of having your lawn "browned" by hot exhaust from your tractor's running engine.

If unit stalls with speed control in high speed, or if unit will not operate with speed control lever in a low speed position, proceed as follows.

Place shift lever in NEUTRAL. Restart engine.

Place speed control lever in high speed position. Release clutch-brake pedal fully. Depress clutch-brake pedal. Place speed control lever in desired position.

Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE, and follow normal operating procedures.

EngagingTheCuttingBlades

WARNING: Keep feet and hands away from the discharge opening, the blades or

any part of the deck. When the unit is used for anything other than mowing operations, the blade drive should be disengaged.

To engage power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachment, proceed as follows:

Move the deck engagement/lift lever to the right and forward,

Place the lever a notch for your desired cutting height.

Moving the lever to the right and all the way rearward placing it into the BLADES STOP position raises and disengages power to the cutting deck.

NOTE: The deck engagement/lift lever must be in the

disengaged (BLADES STOP) position when starting the engine, when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat. Refer to SafetyInterlockSwitcheson page

Mowing

WARNING: To help avoid blade contact or

a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet

from the machine while it is in operation. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

The following information wilt be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor.

WARNING: Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads,

sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.

Be sure that the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects which could damage lawn mower

or engine. For best results and to insure more even grass distribution, do not mow when lawn is excessively

wet.

Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed.

For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the

center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction

to throw the discharge to the outside for the

balance of cutting. This will give a better appearance to the lawn.

Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites

weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.

Mowing should always be done with the engine at

full throttle.

Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut.

Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to

mow lawns, NOT clear brush. Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades

when worn. Refer to CuttingBladeson page 20 of this

manual for proper blade sharpening instructions.

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SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS

_ WARNING: Never attempt to make any

adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator's

manual.

_, WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

wire(s) and ground against the engine before

performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance.

KnobAdjustmentSeat

To adjust the position of the seat on models so equipped, loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat. See Figure 5. Slide the seat forward or backward as desired. Retighten the two knobs.

Figure 5

DeckLevelingAdjustment

_lb ARNING: Protect your hands by wearingheavy gloves to grasp the cutting blade.

NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before

performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires later in this section for further information

regarding tire pressure.

The front of the cutting deck is supported by two lift links, one of which can be adjusted to level the deck

from both front to rear & side to side. The front of the deck should be between 1!4-inch and 3!8-inch lower

than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:

With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck engagement/lift lever in the top

cutting height notch (not BLADES STOP) position.

Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so

that it is parallel with the tractor.

Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip

to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the

ground. The first measurement taken should be between 1/4" and 3/8" less than the second

measurement. Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if

necessary, to the next step. Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the

engaged (all the way forward) position. Remove the hairpin clip from the ferrule found at

the bottom of the front, left deck link (hairpin clip is

on the inside of the lift link). See Figure 6.

Adjustable Deck Link,

Ferrule & Hairpin Clip

Figure 6

Pull the ferrule out of the deck hanger and thread

the ferrule up or down, as necessary.

NOTE: Usuallyonlyone or two turns are needed.

Insert the ferrule back into the deck hanger and refasten with the hairpin clip removed earlier. Check the front-to-rear adjustment by re-

measuring. Check the side-to-side adjustment by placing a level on the deck surface.

Readjust if necessary.

Settingthe DeckWheel Height

Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the Deck Engagement / Lift Lever in any of

the five different cutting height notches on the right

side of the frame. Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-

inch and ½-inch above the ground when the tractor is on a smooth, flat surface such as a driveway.

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,_ WARNING: Keep hands and feet away

from the discharge opening of the cutting deck.

NOTE: The deck wheels, on models so equipped, are

an anti-scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to support the weight of the cutting deck.

Refer to DeckLevelingAdjustmenton page 14 of this

manual for more detailed instructions regarding deck

adjustments.

DeckEngagementAdjustment

WARNING: Never attempt to make the

adjustment while the engine is running. Always shift to neutral, set the parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to make certain the deck is disengaged when deck engagement/lift lever is in the BLADES STOP position. Correct adjustment as follows.

With the engine off, place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES OFF position. Unthread the shift knob and remove the two flange screws which secure the shift cover panel in place. See Figure 7.

Flange Screws

Shift Knob

Shift Cover Panel

Figure 7

Remove the shift cover panel and locate the deck disengagement rod. See Figure 8.

NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a

spring switch on the underside of the shift cover panel. Be careful not to damage it when removing the panel.

Remove the hairpin clip which secures the disengagement rod to the stabilizer shaft assembly. See Figure 8.

Stabilizer Shaft

Assembly

Disengagement Rod

Figure 8

Pull the rod toward the rear of the tractor (to take up slack), then thread the rod inward or outward

(usually only one or two turns) until the rod lines up as precisely as possible with the hole in the

stabilizer shaft.

NOTE: Threading the disengagement rod outward

(toward the rear of the tractor) provides for more belt tension. Threading the disengagement rod inward

provides for less belt tension.

Reinsert the ferrule and re-secure the rod with the cotter pin removed eadier.

Check the adjustment by placing the deck engagement/ lift lever in the BLADES STOP position. The deck

should move up and forward, allowing the belt to become loose.

Reassemble the shift cover panel. Start the tractor's engine and test the deck

engagement/lift lever to be certain the blades fully disengage when in the BLADES STOP.

Repeat the adjustment procedure if necessary.

ParkingBrakeAdjustment

WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always

disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, stop engine and remove key to

prevent unintended starting.

If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the clutch-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

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in the rear of the tractor. Adjust if necessary as follows:

Looking at the transmission from the right side of the tractor, locate the compression spring and brake disc. See Figure 9.

Compression

Spring

)0 Hex Nut

NOTE: Rear, right wheel not shown for clarity

Figure 9

Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex nut found on the right side of the brake assembly. See Figure 9.

Using a feeler gauge, set the gap between the brake disc and the brake puck at .011".

Re-tighten the hex nut loosened eadier.

SpeedControlAdjustment

NOTE: When operating the unit initially or after

replacing the belts, there will be little difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts have gone through a break-in period and have seated themselves into the pulleys.

If the full range of speeds cannot be obtained on your

unit, adjust the speed control as follows.

Unthread the shift knob and remove the two flange screws which secure the shift cover panel in place.

Refer to Figure 7. Remove the shift cover panel and locate the speed control rod. See Figure 10.

NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a

spring switch on the underside of the shift cover panel. Be careful not to damage it when removing the panel.

Remove the hairpin clip which secures the speed control rod's ferrule to the speed bracket. See

Figure 10. At the factory, the speed control rod is adjusted so that 5/8-in. of the rod is exposed beyond the ferrule.

Adjust the speed control by threading the ferrule

inward so that no more than 3/4-in. of the rod is

exposed beyond the ferrule. See Figure 11.

Ferrule and

Hairpin Clip

Speed Control Rod

Figure 10

NOTE: Figure is NOT to scale

Figure 11

Reinsert the ferrule and re-secure the rod with the cotter pin removed eadier.

Reassemble the shift cover panel, start the tractor's engine and test the full range of speeds.

IMPORTANT: If the above adjustment did not result in the tractor obtaining the full range of speeds, see an authorized service dealer to have the variable speed drive system inspected and professionally adjusted.

SteeringAdjustment

If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if either the tie rod and ferrule are being replaced due to damage orwear, the tie rod may need to be adjusted. To do so, proceed as follows:

NOTE: A replacement cotter pin (part no. 714-0470)

is needed to complete this adjustment. Have one on hand before proceeding.

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Placethesteeringwheelinpositionforstraight

aheadtravel.

Infrontofthepivotbar,measurethedistance horizontallyfromtheinsideoftheleftrimtothe insideofthedghtrim.Notethedistance.

Behindthepivotbar,measurethedistance hodzontaltyfromtheinsideoftheleftdmtothe insideofthedghtrim.Notethedistance.

Themeasurementtakeninfrontofthepivotbar shouldbebetween1/16"and5/16"lessthanthe

measurementtakenbehindthepivotbar.Ifitisnot, anadjustmentisnecessary.Proceedasfollows.

Locatetheferruleattherightendofthetierod,just totherearoftheright,fronttireoftractor.See Figure12.

Removethecotterpinandflatwasherwhich securestheadjustmentferruletothetractorsright

axle. Twoturnsatatime,threadtheadjustmentferrule

towardtheright,fronttiretolengthenthetierod.Or, threadtheadjustmentferruleawayfromthedght,

fronttiretoshortenthetierod.

NOTE: Lengthening the tie rod increases the tractor's

front tie toe-in. Shortening the tie rod decreases the tractor's front tire toe-in.

T Ferr_.._

Tie Rod

Right Axle

FlatWashe+

Right Front Tire

Figure 12

Reinsert the adjustment ferrule and temporadly secure it with the cotter pin removed earlier.

Make certain the steering wheel is in position for straight-ahead travel before again taking

measurements. Continue to repeat the steps above until a proper adjustment isachieved.

Secure the tie rod to the right axle with the flat

washer removed earlier and a replacement cotter

pin.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT reuse the original cotter pin once it has been removed.

SECTION7: MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before performing any

maintenance or repairs, place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP

position, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove

key to prevent unintended starting.

CleaningtheEngineAndDeck

Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate

around the cooling fins of the engine or on any other part of the machine, especially the belts, pulleys and

other moving parts. Clean the underside of the deck with a wisk broom, scraper or forced air after each

mowing. IMPORTANT: The use of apressure washer or garden

hose to clean your tractor is NOT recommended. It may cause damage to electdcal components, spindles,

pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water wilt result in a shortened life of the tractor and reduce its

serviceability.

Engine

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual for engine maintenance instructions.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructedin the Briggs & Stratton Operator!Owner Manual packed

with your unit. Follow the instructions carefully. ChangingEngineOil

For draining oil from the engine's crankcase of select model tractors, a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with this Operator's Manual. To drain the oil, proceed as

follows:

Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick

from the oil fill tube.

Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil sump. See Figure 13.

Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.

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Oil Drain Sleeve

Figure 13

Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed

in the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.

Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil

has finished draining.

Refill the engine with new motor oil.

IMPORTANT: Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/ Owner Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the quantity and proper weight of motor oil.

AirCleaner

Service the pre-cleaner, if so equipped, and cartridge/ air cleaner element as instructed in the Briggs &

Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.

Fuel Filter Service the fuel filter, ifso equipped, as instructed in the

Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.

Spark Plug(s)

The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season.

Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator!Owner Manual

for correct plug type and gap specifications.

Lubrication

Engine

WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or

inspecting, always disengage PTO, move

shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.

Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit.

RearWheels

The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season. Lubricate the axles and the rims well

with an all-purpose grease before re-installing them.

FrontAxles

Each end of the tractor's front pivot bar may be equipped with a grease fitting. If so equipped, lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation.

PivotPoints& Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,

clutch-brake pedal and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.

SteeringShaftandGear

Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive multi- purpose grease after every 25 hours of operation or once a season. See Figure 14.

Steering Shaft and Gear

Figure 14

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SECTION8: SERVICE

_ WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire

and ground against the engine before performing any adjustments, repairs or

maintenance.

CuttingDeckRemoval

WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove

ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting deck.

_ ARNING: Always wear safety glasses or

safety goggles to protect your eyes while removing the cutting deck.

For performing service on your tractor and in order to properly mount some (separately available) attachments, it may be necessary to remove the tractor's cutting deck. To due so, proceed as follows:

Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the engaged (all the way forward) position. Using a spring puller (Part No. 732-0571)or other suitable tool, disconnect the spring which is

attached to a small hook found on the left, rear portion of the transmission. See Figure 15.

Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP position. Locate the two belt keeper pins, found on either side of the engine pulley, and use a 1/4-inch socket

wrench to remove them from the lower frame. See Figure 16.

NOTE: When reassembling, make certain belt keeper

pins are assembled in the same locations from which they were removed.

Unroute the deck belt from around the engine pulley. Return the deck engagement/lift lever to the engaged (all the way forward) position. Locate the deck anti-sway rod and front deck links found near the front of the cutting deck. See Figure

16 & Figure 17. First remove the hairpin clip which secures the anti- sway rod to the front portion of the cutting deck, then remove the hairpin clips which secure the front deck links. Retain the hairpin clips. Carefully lower the front portion of the deck to the ground.

Hook

Transmission

Spring

Figure 15

Belt Keeper Pins

Deck Anti-sway Rod Deck Be t

Figure 16

Front Deck Links

Deck Anti-sway Rod

and Hairpin Clip

Figure 17

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Remove the hairpin clips which secure the rear deck hangers to the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 18. Retain the hairpin clips.

Rear Deck Hangers

Figure 18

NOTE: The style and shape the stablizer brecket and

stablizer rod vary. Yours may differ slightly from that shown in Figure 18.

Carefully lower the rear :_ortion of the deck to the ground.

NOTE: For normal service and maintenance, the

deck stabilizer bracket doesn't need to be removed from the tractor. If removing the cutting deck in order to

mount a Snow Thrower attachment, however, the stabilizer bracket must be removed. To do so, simply remove the hairpin clip which secures the stabilizer rod

to the stabilizer bracket. See Figure 18.

Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the BLADES STOP position to raise the lift links up,

and out of the way. Carefully slide the deck from beneath the right side

of the lawn tractor.

CuttingBlades

WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off,

remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to

prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or

replacement. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting

blade. WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade

adapter and/or spindle for cracks or damage, especially if you strike a foreign object.

Replace immediately if damaged.

The blades may be removed as follows.

Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to CuttingDeckRemovalon page 19) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.

Place a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a

stabilizer. See Figure 19.

Hex Flange Nut

Spindle Assembly

Figure 19

Use a 15/16" wrench to remove the hex flange nut

that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See

Figure 19.

To propedy sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25° to 30° angle. See Figure 20.

Blade Separation

Worn Blade Edge

Wind Wing

5/8"

Sharpen Edge Evenly

Figure 20

IMPORTANT: Ifthe cutting edge of the blade has already been sharpened to within 5/8" of the wind wing radius, or if any metal separation is present, replace the blades with new ones. See Figure 20.

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Itisimportantthateachcuttingbladeedgebeground equallytomaintainproperbladebalance.Apoorly balancedbladewiltcauseexcessivevibrationandmay causedamagetothetractorandresultinpersonal

injury.

The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly.

When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked "Bottom" (or with a part number stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower isin the operating position.

IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 foot-pounds and 90 foot-pounds.

Battery

The battery issealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot be checked.

Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build-up. After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both

terminals Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the

positive terminal to prevent shorting.

IMPORTANT: If removing the battery for any reason, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing the battery, always connect the

POSITIVE (Red) wire itsterminal first, followed by the

NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals; reversing them could change the polarity and cause damage to your engine's alternating system.

Charging

If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery with an automotive- type 12wolt charger for a minimum of one hour at six

amps.

,_ WARNING: Batteries give off an explosive

gas while charging. Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

JumpStarting

,_ WARNING: When removing or installing

the battery, follow these instructions to prevent the screwdriver from shorting against

the frame.

IMPORTANT: Never jump your tractor's dead battery with the battery of a running vehicle.

Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive terminal of the good battery, then the other end to the positive terminal of the dead battery.

Connect the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the good battery, then to the frame of

the unit with the dead battery.

,_ WARNING: Failure to use this procedure

could cause sparking, and the gas in either battery 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. Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent

corrosion.

BatteryFailures

Some common causes for battery failure are:

• incorrect initialactivation • undercharging

• overcharging • corroded connections

• freezing

These failures are NOT covered by your tractor's warranty.

Tires

Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 10 p.s.i. Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is30 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure

should be maintained on all tires. When installing a tire to the rim, be certain rim is clean

and free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and rim generously. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i, to seat

beads.

WARNING: Excessive pressure (over 30

p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury.

BeltReplacement

WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove

ignitionkey, set the parking brake, disconnect

the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the

engine to prevent unintended starting before replacing belts.

For performing service on your tractor and in order to properly mount some (separately available) attachments, it may be necessary to remove the tractor's cutting deck. To due so, proceed as follows:

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DeckBelt

WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove

ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting deck.

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles to protect your eyes while

removing the cutting deck.

Remove the cutting deck from the tractor (Refer to CuttingBeckRemovalon page 19, for detailed instructions). Remove the belt guards (located over each spindle pulley) by removing the self-tapping screws which secure them in place. See Figure 21.

Self-Tapping

Screws

Belt Guards

Figure 21

Remove and replace the belt, reassemble following the instructions in reverse order.

DriveBelts(UpperandLower)

NOTE: The engine pulley must be removed from the

engine's crankshaft in order to change the tractor's drive belts. Doing so requires an airlimpact wrench.

It is recommended that both belts be changed at the

same.

Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the

engaged (all the way forward) position.

Unthread the shift knob and remove the two flange screws which secure the shift cover panel in place.

Refer to Figure 7. Remove the shift cover panel.

NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a

spring switch on the underside of the shift cover panel. Be careful not to damage it when removing the panel

Using a spring puller (Part No. 732-0571)or other

suitable tool, disconnect the spring which is

attached to a small hook found on the left, rear

portion of the transmission. Refer to Figure 15.

Using a spring puller (Part No. 732-0571)or other

suitable tool, disconnect the two springs which are

attached to the rear portion of the tractor frame.

See Figure 22.

Figure 22

Place the deck engagement/lift lever in the

BLADES STOP position.

Locate the two belt keeper pins, found on either

side of the engine pulley, and use a 1/4-inch socket wrench to remove them from the lower frame. Refer

to Figure 16.

NOTE: When reassembfing, make certain belt keeper

pins are assembled in the same locations from which they were removed.

Using an impact gun with a 5/8-inch socket, remove the hex screw with secures the engine pulley to the

engine crankshaft.

Carefully lower the pulley off of the crankshaft and

remove the belt from around it.

Disconnect the battery cables from the terminals

(disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it's terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire).

Detach the battery hold-down rod and remove both the battery and battery tray from the tractor.

Locate the transmission pulley though the battery tray opening. See Figure 23.

Using an impact gun with a 13/16-inch socket,

remove the pulley from the transmission's input

shaft by removing the flange nut which secures it

Carefully lift the pulley off of the transmission's

input shaft and remove the upper drive belt from

around it and the variable speed.

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Figure 23

NOTE: A spacer is located beneath the transmission

pulley. Be careful not to lose the spacer and be certain NOT reinstall the spacer upside down.

Remove the lower drive belt from around the lower

portion of the variable speed pulley and feed it toward the shift cover panel opening.

Remove the lower drive belt by lifting it through the

cover panel opening

Reassemble new belts, following the previous

instructions in reverse order.

IMPORTANT:When remounting the engine pulley, torque the hex bolt to between 38 foot-pounds and 50 foot-pounds.

IMPORTANT:When remounting the transmission pulley, torque the flange nut to between 25 foot-pounds and 33 foot-pounds.

SECTION9: OFF-SEASONSTORAGE

WARNING: Never store the machine or

fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on

water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.

WARNING: Use a fuel stabilizer additive

or drain the fuel into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,

pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel. Fuel left in engine without a stabilizer additive for extended periods deteriorates and will cause problems.

If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer

than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.

Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.

IMPORTANT: The use of apressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit is not recommend. Damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine may result. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces.

Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage instructions. The engine must be completely drained of fuel to prevent gum deposits

from forming on essential carburetor parts, fuel

lines and fuel tanks.

Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of its charge each day when the unit is not used. NEVER store battery without a full charge. Recharge battery before 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. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to

corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in

an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

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SECTION10: ATTACHMENTS&ACCESSORIES

The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Lawn Tractor Model 689. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Service Dealer or phone 1(800) 520-5520 for information regarding price and availability. Lawn tractor model 689 are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-

engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor's warranty.

MODEL

OEM-190-116 OEM-190-180 OEM-190-215 OEM-190-226 OEM-190-620 OEM-190-627 OEM-190-658 OEM-190-808

DESCRIPTION

42-inch Deck Mulch Kit Twin Bagger Grass Collector (for 38- and 42-inch Decks)

Rear Wheel Weights (Two per set) Front Bumper Kit

46-inch Front Dozer Blade 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower

Tire Chains, for 20" x 8.0" tires (Two per set) Deluxe Tractor Sunshade

SECTION11:TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE

Corrective ActionTrouble

Engine wilt not

crank

Engine cranks but will not start

Possible Cause(s)

Safety switch button

not depressed. Battery installed

incorrectly.

Battery is dead or

weak.

Blown fuse or circuit breaker. Engine ground wire

loose.

Throttle not in cor-

rect position. No fuel to the carbu-

retor.

There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and the deck engagement/lift lever switch. Make certain the actuator isfully depressing

the buttons on each switch. The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire.

Negative terminal is identified at the post by "NEG", "N" or "-". The positive terminal, identified by "POS", "P" or "+", must be attached to the big red wire which goes to the solenoid. All batteries are to be fully charged before installing. Refer to "Quick Start" battery guide that came with the operator's manual. Charge with 6 AMP charger until fully charged.

Refer to schematic for fuse location and replace fuse if blown, tf fuse blows repeat- edly, see an authorized service dealer to have the tractor's wire harness serviced.

Engine should have a black ground wire running from engine to frame or mounting bolt.

Refer to Startingthe Enginein this manual for correct position of the throttle control.

Gasoline tank empty. Fill with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace filter if necessary. Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect lead. Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. If the air cleaner is dirty, replace it

Check oil level. Drain as necessary.

No spark to spark plug. Dirty air cleaner.

Engine smokes Engineoit has been

overfifled.

Engine loses crank- Dipstick not seated or broken. Replace dipstick.

case vacuum. Engine breather defective. Replace.

Excessive Bent or Stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for

vibration damaged blade, tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or replace any damaged parts.

Bent blade. Stop engine immediately. Replace damaged blade. Only use original equipment

blades.

Mower wilt not Engine speed low. Always operate the cutting deck with throttle control set in the FAST (rabbit) position. discharge grass Speed selection. Slow your ground speed. The slower your ground speed, the better the quality of cut. or teaves uncut Cuttingheightsettoo Raisedeck. strips tow.

Blades short or dull. Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip problem only).

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.

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REF.

NO.

1 2 3

5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12

PART

NO.

710-0148 710-0599

710-0726 710-1237 710-1314A 710-1315

731-1682A 751-0617A

721-0208 726-0205

712-0271 736-0119

DESCRIPTION Screw, #8-32 x .375 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5

Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x.75 Screw, #10-32 x .625 Socket Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.25 Oil Drain Sleeve

Muffer, Single Inlet Exhaust Gasket

Hose Clamp, .490 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20 Lock Washer, 5/16

REF. PART

NO. NO.

13 751B213146 14 751-0619A

15 751-0535 16 751-0564A

17 783-0615C 18 710-3029

19 711-1044

20 736-0171 21 736-0322

22 750-0956 23 756-04023

24 726-0272

DESCRIPTION Casing Clamp Exhaust Pipe

Fuel Line Hose Muffler Deflector Muffler Heat Shield

Hex Screw, 7/16-20 x 1.25 Belt Keeper Pin, 5/16 x 4.75

Lock Washer, 7/16 Flat Washer, .450 x 1.25 x. 164 Spacer, 1.0 x 1.4 x .825

Engine Pulley, 3.12 x 5.56 Clamp

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REE PART

NO. NO.

1 629-0469B 2 683-0195 3 710-0528 4 710-0895 5 710-0599 6 710-0924 7 710-1017 8 712-3010 9 725-0157

10 712-0292 11 726-0201 12 736-0119 13 747-2138 14 725-0963 15 725-1649 16 731-2637 17 735-0126 18 726-0230 19 751-0555B 20 751-0603 21 736-3078 22 783-0785 23 783-0784 24 731-2119A 25 783-0783 26 783-0553A 27 783-1495 28 17632D 29 710-0607 30 710-0788 31 783-1346 32 731-04180 33 736-3090 34 746-04020A 35 725-1396 36 725-0201

-- 777X40137

DESCRIPTION

Headlamp Harness Assembly Bracket Assembly

Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.50 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 Machine Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

Screw, 1/4-20 x .625 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Cable Tie, 7.4"

U-type Speed Nut Speed Nut, 5/16

Lock Washer, 5/16 Hinge Rod

Headlamp, 12V Headlamp Socket Headlight Lens

Rubber Washer, .87 x .33 Cable Tie, 30.66

Fuel Tank, 1.5 gal. Fuel Tank Cap

Flat Washer, .344 x 1.0 x .063 LH Side Panel

RH Side Panel Grille Hood

Hood Support Bracket Hood Side Bracket

Battery Support Bracket Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .5 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.0 Grille Support Bracket

Dash Panel Flat Washer, .260 x .720 x .060

Throttle / Choke Control, 18.5"

Ignition Switch, 6-pin Keys (pair) Headlight Lens Reflector (not shown)

NOTE: Tractor features vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment.

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REE PART

NO. NO.

1 17198A 2 719-0399B 3 710-0514 4 710-0643 5 710-0726 6 710-0805 7 710-1309 8 712-0240 9 712-0262

10 712-0431 11 712-3004A 12 714-0470 13 717-1757A 14 723-0448A 15 726-0214 16 731-0484A 17 736-0187 18 736-0226 19 736-0242 20 736-0356 21 731-04681 22 738-0141 23 738-0527 24 738-0919 25 741-0475 26 736-0162 27 741-0656 28 736-0285 29 747-1268B 30 748-0389 31 748-04014A 32 748-04020 33 750-0535 34 783-0041D 35 631-04008 36 747-04057 37 711-04059 38 634-0105A 39 683-04016

683-04015 40 741-0487A 41 731-0405B 42 683-0002A

DESCRIPTION

Retainer Gear Segment Plate Cast Iron Pivot Bar, .625

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.0 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x .75 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.5

Machine Screw, 5/16-18 x .75

Jam Nut, 7/16-20 (Grade 2) Jam Nut, 3/8-24

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

Cotter Pin, 1/8 x 1.25 Stearing Segment Gear

Ball Joint, 7/16 -20 Push Cap, .625 Hub Cap

Flat Washer, .64 x 1.24 x .060 Flat Washer, .474 x .879 x .064

Bell Washer, .34 x .872 x .060 Bell Washer, .391 x .380x .062

Steering Wheel Cap, Small, Troy-Bilt Shoulder Screw, .435 x .350, 5/16-18

Shoulder Screw, .498 x 2.045 Steering Shaft, 21.86

Plastic Bushing, .38 ID Flat Washer, .64 x 1.0 x .12

Hex Flange Bearing, 5/8 Flat Washer, .635 x 1.589 x .06

Steering Drag Link, 7/16-20 Cap, 1.25 x.16 Steering Arm Spacer, 1.0 x .645 x .56 Spacer, .380 x .625 x .21

Pivot Bar Bracket Steenng Wheel, Three Spoke

Tie Rod, Adjustable

Ferrule, 3/8-24 x .437 Dia Square Shoulder Wheel Ass'y Complete

RH Axle Assembly LH Axle Assembly Flange Beadng End Cap w/Fitting

Steel Pivot Bar, .625

Wheel Ass'y Rim Assembly Inner Bearing Outer Bearing Tire Only Air Valve

Complete

Square Shoulder 634-01 OSA 634-0172 741-0706 741-0487A 734-1731 734-0255

(Range w/Fitting) (Plastic Flange) (15 x6 x 6)

NOTE: Tractor features vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment.

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* Attach the short end of spring to the notch in the rear

of Ref. No. 2, Attach the long end to Ref, No. 1.

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REF. PART

NO. NO.

1 17239C 2 17950A 3 17951A 4 710-0227 5 710-0726 6 712-0429 7 725-1303 8 725-1439 9 726-0278

10 726-0279 11 732-0581B 12 738-0296

13 17770G 14 17870C

783-04474 15 710-0751 16 710-1208 17 710-3008 18 712-0429 19 712-3027 20 732-04038 21 750-04212 22 783-04139 23 710-0599 24 725-1643 25 726-0320 26 726-3054 27 783-04050A 28 710-0870 29 738-04012 30 783-04081A 31 710-0703 32 761-0168B 33 757-04021 34 731-04591 35 735-04009 36 735-0196 37 726-3046 38 720-04009 39 736-0219

DESCRIPTION

Seat Lift Bracket RH Pivot Support Bracket, Seat

LH Pivot Support Bracket, Seat Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .50 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x .75

Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Outer Seat Spring Switch

Inner Seat Spring Switch Insulator Plate Boss

Insulator Plate Extension Spring, .75 x 5.31

Shoulder Screw, .437 x .286 Running Board

Fender (models w/o cupholder) Fender (models w/cupholder)

Hex Screw, 1/4-20 x .620 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x 3.5

Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 Nylon Lock Nut, 5/16-18

Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20 Compression Spring, 1.314 x 1.8 Spacer LH Running Board Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 Spring Switch, Long

Insulator Nut Plate U-Clip Nut, 1/4-20

Shift Cover Panel, 8-speed Screw, 3/8-16 x .625

Shoulder Screw, .625 x .175, 3/8-16 Seat Pivot Bracket, Manual Adjust

Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 Blade Spindle Brake Assembly

Low Back Seat, Black Cup Holder

LH Rubber Foot Pad RH Rubber Foot Pad

Ratchet Clip, .250 Dia Knob, 3/8-16 X .625

Bell Washer, .389 x 1.120 x .030

NOTE: Tractor features vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipmenL

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I."I_; "

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t Refer to Et on Page 38

* Attach the ends of springs (Ref. 58 & Ref,59)

to the notch openings in the rear of Ref, 25.

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RER PART

NO. NO.

1 17668A 2 17669A 3 17962

4 683-04025

5 683-04049 6 710-0224 7 710-0599 8 710-0627

9 710-0642 10 710-0726 11 710-3180 12 710-3008 13 712-0429 14 712-3006 15 716-0106 16 720-0233 17 732-0369 18 732-0750A 19 736-0222

20 736-0329 21 741-0487A 22 747-04031 23 748-04011A 24 783-0345 25 783-0355D 26 783-04011A 27 783-04031 28 783-04032 29 783-04213 30 725-04039 31 683-04048 32 711-04036 33 711-04075A 34 712-0130 35 714-04023 36 732-04050A 37 736-0219

REF. PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

RH Axle Support Bracket 38 736-0267 LH Axle Support Bracket 39 738-0322

Switch Plate 40 747-04018A Lift Handle Assembly 41 747-04040A

Lift Shaft Assembly 42 747-04069A Self-tapping Screw, #10-16 x .5 43 747-04157 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20x.5 44 748-04307 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 45 783-04294 Self4appingScrew, 1/4-20x.75 46 783-04113 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x .75 47 17630A Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.75 48 17840

HexScrew, 5/16-18x.75 49 17860 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 50 725-1426 Hex Nut, 1/4-20 51 710-0176

E-Ring, .625 Dia Shaft 52 710-0809 Handle Grip 53 712-0271 Compression Spring, .55x 1.37 54 710-3015 Switch Actuator Spring 55 714-0470

External Lock Washer, 1/4 56 732-04029 LockWasher, 1/4 57 783-04059

Flange Bearing, .632 ID 58 732-04075A Battery Hold-down Rod 59 732-04076

Lift Shaft Connector 60 732-0722A Battery Tray 61 736-0242

Hitch Plate 62 747-04043 Lower Frame 63 750-0566A

LH Upper FrameSide Panel 64 B83-O4005A RH Upper Frame Side Panel 65 735-0196 Deck Anti-sway Bracket 66 750-0802

Screw-mount Interlock Switch 67 720-04008 Stabilizer Shaft Assembly 68 732-04017

Ferrule, 1/2-20x.50 69 736-0300 Ferrule, 3/8-24 x.375 70 747-04039 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8-16 71 750-04080 Internal Cotter Pin, .080 x 1.56 72 725-1737A

Extension Spring, 1.07 x 9.52 73 712-3027 Bell Washer, .389 x 1.12 x .030 74 B34-0104

DESCRIPTION Flat Washer, .385 x .87 x .060 Shoulder Bolt, .625 x .217

Deck Hanger Link Deck Disengagement Rod Deck Hanger Link

Rear Stabilizer Rod Lift Link Deck Stabilizer Bracket Deck Lift Index Bracket Shift Lever Retainer

Transaxle Mounting Bracket Pedal Mounting Bracket

Solenoid Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 2.75

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20

Hex Screw, I/4-20 x .75 Cotter Pin

Extension Spring, .59 x 12.38 Speed Select Lever Extension Spring, .73 x 12.54 Extension Spring, 1.15 x 7.90 Brake Return Spring

Bell Washer, .34 x .872 x .060 Variable Speed Control Rod

Spacer, .260 x .372 x 1.030 Clutch / Brake Pedal Assembly

Foot Pad, 4.6 Spacer, .640 x .76 x 2.63

Shift Handle Grip Compression Spring, .89 x 1.75

Flat Washer, .406 x .875 x .059 Speed Control Rod

Spacer, .640 x 1.0 x .78 Battery, 190 CCA Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20 Square Shoulder Wheel Ass'y Complete

Wheel Assembly

Complete Rim Assembly Tire Only Air Valve

Square Shoulder 634-0104 634-0070 734-1730 734-0255

(2OxSxS)

NOTE: Tractor features vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment.

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REF. PART

NO. NO.

1 618-04034 2 656-0059A 3 683-04055 4 683-04056 5 683-04057 6 710-0514 7 710-0606 8 710-0627 9 710-1260A

10 710-3015 11 712-0431 12 712-0700 13 712-3027 14 714-0209 15 718-04012 16 718-0758A 17 736-0362 18 720-04028 19 738-0372B 20 741-0600 21 747-04072 22 750-04099 23 754-04001A 24 754-04002 25 756-04002 26 710-0599 27 647-04019 28 711-0736 29 714-0104 30 714-0470 31 732-04067 32 736-0275 33 17630A

DESCRIPTION

Transmission, Single-speed Variable-speed Pulley, 4.75 Torque Bracket Variable-speed Bracket Variable-speed Bracket

Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.5 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .75

Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 Hex Screw, 1/4-20 x .75

Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Flange Nut, 9/16-18 Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20

Internal Cotter Pin,. 125 Bearing Cup

Pulley Hub, 5/8 Spline Flat Washer, .320 x 1.25 x .06

Shift Knob Shoulder Spacer, 1.0 x .38 x .38

Ball Bearing, 17 x40 x 12 Shift Red

Stepped Spacer Lower Drive Belt

Upper Drive Belt

Transmission Pulley, 7.25

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 Shift Lever Assembly

Ferrule, 1/4-20 x 1.0 Cotter Pin, 1.13 Cotter Pin, 1.25

Spring Compression Clip Flat Washer, .344 x .688 x .065

Shift Lever Retainer

NOTE: Tractor features vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment.

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.¢

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REE PART

NO. NO.

1 732-0614 2 716-0231 3 736-0336

736-0337

736-0349 4 736-0335 5 710-1325 6 719-04017 7 711-1109 8 741-0335 9 717-1464

10 716-0108 11 741-0340 12 721-0338 13 618-04041 14 741-0336 15 717-1362 16 717-1363 17 718-0228 18 736-0519 19 711-04053 20 736-0495 21 741-0337 22 611-0011 23 741-0862 24 732-0863 25 719-04018 26 717-0678 27 761-0202 28 710-1206 29 661-0001

-- 737-0148

DESCRIPTION

Ring, Wire Ring, E Type, .750 Fiat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .030* Fiat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .040*

Fiat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x .020*

Washer, Thrust .635 x 1.26 x .06

Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.625 Upper Housing Input Shaft Needle Bearing, .625 x .813 x .495

14-tooth Bevel Pinion Retaining Ring, .437

Sleeve Bearing, .75 x .1.0 x 1.0 Seal, .75x 1.0x .125

Differential Assembly Flange Bearing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 3/4

42-tooth Bevel Gear 42-tooth Bevel Gear

Clutch Collar Flat Washer, .70 x 1.125 x .031 Drive Shaft

Thrust Washer, 1.0 x .632 x .0

Flange Bearing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 15/16 Detent Shaft Assembly

Detent Ball Compression Spring

Lower Housing Brake Puck

Brake Disc Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 2.375

Brake Assembly Grease (19 oz.)

*Use applicable flat washer (12a, 12b or 12c) in this application allowing .0150/.0020 in. end-play

NOTE: If rebuilding the upper housing, ®include two ounces (2 oz.) of Unirex N3 grease (Part No. 737-0289) inthe input shaft cavity.

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IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use

Factory Approved Parts. V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.

REE PART

NO. NO.

1 618-0142A 2 683-04035A

3 710-0726

4 710-1260A

5 710-1611B 6 712-0417A

7 714-04023 8 742-0611B 9 747-04018

10 754-0371A

t Refer to Ef on Page 32

DESCRIPTION

Spindle Assembly

REF. PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11 783-04149B Belt Cover

Deck Shell Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-12 x.75

Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75

Hex Flange Nut, 5/8-18 Internal Cotter Pin, .080 x 1.56 Blade, 21.23"

Deck Hanger Link/Anti-sway Rod Deck Belt

12 783-04211 13 712-0431

14 734-0973 15 738-0373

16 731-1032B 17 710-0751

18 736-0270 19 712-3006

20 726-0233

Anti-sway Stabilizer Bracket Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16

Deck Wheel, 5 x 1.38 Shoulder Screw, .498 x 1.53

Discharge Chute Assembly Hex Cap Screw: 1/4-20 x .620

Bell Washer, .265 x .75 x .062 Hex Nut, 1/4-20 Push Nut, 1/4

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HEADLIGHTS HEADLIGHTS

ALTERNATOR

CARB. SOLE ]OD

REGULATOR

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)

BLU RED RED/BL

SOLENO[E

STARTER t

GRI

SEAT SWITCH

EL/BL

DRG/WHT

PTO SWITCH

RED

ORG

RED/WHT

FUSE

20 AkAD

KE SWITCH

725 1396

OFF: RUN: START:

G+M+R B+L+R B+L+S

RE_ SW I TCH

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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

O ®

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 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 net 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 or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or

component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 30 days regardless of cause. After 30 days, but within the

two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of

OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are not limited to: 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 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. Engine or components 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. 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.

e. Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy-Bilt parts. f. Service completed by someone other than an authorized

service dealer.

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 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-Bitt 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.

Troy-Bilt LLC,P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,OHIO44136-0019;Phone:1-866-840-6483,1-330-558-7220

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