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Safety • Assembly • Operation • Tips & Techniques • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

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. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

IMPORTANT

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Transmatic Lawn Tractor — Model Series 77T

01/2006

FORM NO. 769-02243A

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Finding and Recording Model Number

Please do

NOT

return the unit to the retailer from which it was

purchased, without first contacting Customer Support.

Table of Contents

BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING

YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,

please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the

information to the sample model plate provided to the right.

You can locate the model plate by looking beneathe the seat.

This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s

web site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support

Department or an authorized service dealer.

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.

Customer Support

Slope Gauge ....................................................... 3

Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4

Setting Up Your Lawn Tractor ............................ 8

Operating Your Lawn Tractor ........................... 10

Adjusting Your Lawn Tractor ............................ 16

Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor ........................ 18

Off-Season Storage / Attachments ................. 24

Safety Labels .................................................... 25

Trouble Shooting .............................................. 26

Parts List ........................................................... 28

Notes .................................................................. 44

California Emission Control Warranty ............ 47

Warranty ............................................ Back Cover

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of this

unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

1. Visit troybilt.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer

Support button and you will get the options reproduced in the screen

shot below. Click on the appropriate button and help is immediately

available.

2. Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1-866-840-6483.

3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues

with regard to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and

service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s

Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information.

www.troybilt.com

TROY-BILT LLC

P. O. BOX

361131

CLEVELAND, OH 44136

866-840-6483

330-558-7220

Model Number Serial Number

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Slope

Gauge

WARNING

Do not 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.

Operate RIDING

mowers up and down

slopes, never across

the face of slopes.

Operate

WALK-BEHIND

mowers across the

face of slopes, never

up and down slopes.

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Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate

your lawn mower on such slopes.

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2

Safe

Operation

Practices Children

1. 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.

c. Before and while backing, look behind and

down for small children.

d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s)

shut off. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

e. Use extreme care when approaching blind

corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other

objects that may block your vision of a child

who may run into the machine.

f. To avoid back-over accidents, always

disengage the cutting blade(s) before

shifting into Reverse. If equipped, the

“Reverse Caution Mode” should not be

used when children or others are around.

g. Keep children away from hot or running

engines. They can suffer burns from a hot

muffler.

h. Remove key when machine is unattended to

prevent unauthorized operation.

2. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate

the 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.

Operation

Safe Handling of Gasoline:

1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use

extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is

extremely flammable and the vapors are explo-

sive. 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 or on 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. If this 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. Never fuel machine indoors.

g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the

engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool

at least two minutes before refueling.

h. Never over fill 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.

l. 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.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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 man-

ual 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

Your

Responsibility

Restrict the use

of this power machine

to persons who read,

understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions

in this manual

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

manual. 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.

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2

Safe

Operation

Practices

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 man-

ual 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

Your

Responsibility

Restrict the use

of this power machine

to persons who read,

understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions

in this manual

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. Be familiar 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 wall 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 influ-

ence 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.

23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a

burn. Do not touch.

24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving

under low hanging tree branches, wires, door open-

ings etc., where the operator may be struck or pulled

from the unit, which could result in serious injury.

25. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the

brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before

attempting to start engine.

26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential

grass of a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to

mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture)

or piles of dry leaves. Dry grass or leaves may

contact the engine exhaust and/or build up on the

mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard.

27. Use only accessories and attachments approved for

this machine by the machine manufacturer. Read,

understand and follow all instructions provided with

the approved accessory or attachment.

28. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and

above, are involved in a large percentage of riding

mower-related injuries. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower

safely enough to protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

29. If situations occur which are not covered in this

manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your

customer service representative for assistance.

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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:

1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

2. 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 at-

tachments. These can change the stability of the

machine.

6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed 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-speed-

ing 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 steer-

ing ability are reduced, attachment may jack-knife and

cause tractor to overturn).

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 equip-

ment.

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.

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Safe

Operation

Practices

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 man-

ual 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

Your

Responsibility

Restrict the use

of this power machine

to persons who read,

understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions

in this manual

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2

Safe

Operation

Practices

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 man-

ual 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

Your

Responsibility

Restrict the use

of this power machine

to persons who read,

understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions

in this manual

Service

1. Never run an engine indoors or in 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 it is 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). Replace the blade(s) with the original

equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only,

listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet

the original equipment specifications may lead to

improper performance and compromise safety!”

6. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

7. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other

safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

9. After striking 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 starting and

operating.

10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the

machine while the engine is running.

11. Grass catcher components and the discharge

cover are subject to wear and damage which could

expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

For safety protection, frequently check components

and replace immediately with original equipment

manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this

manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original

equipment specifications may lead to improper

performance and compromise safety!”

12. Do not change the engine governor settings or

over-speed the engine. The governor controls the

maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for

gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

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Setting Up

Your Lawn

Tractor

WARNING

Use extreme care when

handling gasoline.

Gasoline is extremely

flammable and the

vapors are explosive.

Never fuel machine

indoors or while the en-

gine is hot or running.

Extinguish cigarettes,

cigars, pipes, and other

sources of ignition.

Make sure the riding

mower’s engine is off,

remove the ignition

key, and set the parking

brake before removing

the shipping brace.

The shipping brace,

used for packaging

purposes only, must be

removed and discarded

before operating your

riding mower.

The mowing deck is

capable of throwing

objects. Failure to oper-

ate the riding mower

without the discharge

cover in the proper

operating position

could result in serious

personal injury and/or

property damage.

Attaching the Battery Cables

NOTE: This unit may have been shipped with the

battery cables already connected. If not, follow the

instructions below for attaching the battery cables.

NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+).

The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).

• The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured to the

positive battery terminal (+) with a hex bolt and hex

nut at the factory. Make certain that the rubber boot

covers the terminal to help protect it from corrosion.

• Remove the hex bolt and hex nut from the negative

cable.

• Remove the black plastic cover, if present, from the

negative battery terminal and attach the negative

cable (heavy black wire) to the negative battery

terminal (–) with the bolt and nut.

• Make certain the hold-down strap is in position over

the battery, securing it in place. See Figure 1.

NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date

shown on top of battery, charge the battery as instructed

on page 20 of this manual prior to operating the tractor.

Gas and Oil Fill-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. Gaso-

line is extremely flammable and

the vapors are explosive. Never

fuel machine indoors or while the

engine is hot or running. Extin-

guish cigarettes, cigars, pipes,

and other sources of ignition.

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in

the separate Engine Operator/Owner’s 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.

Shipping Brace Removal

WARNING: Make sure the riding

mower’s engine is off, remove

the ignition key, and set the

parking brake before removing

the shipping brace.

• Locate the shipping brace, if present, and accom-

panying warning tag found on the right side of the

mower, between the discharge chute and the cutting

deck. See Figure 2.

• 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. Fail-

ure to operate the riding mower

without the discharge cover in the

proper operating position could

result in serious personal injury

and/or property damage.

Figure 2

Figure 1

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Attaching The Steering Wheel

If the steering wheel for your tractor did not come

attached, the hardware for attaching it has been packed

within the steering wheel, beneath the steering wheel

cap. Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove

the hardware.

1. With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight

forward, place the steering wheel over the steering

shaft.

2. Place the washer (with the cupped side down) over

the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt. See

Figure 3.

3. Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the

steering wheel and push downward until it “clicks” into

place.

Attaching The Seat

If the seat for your tractor did not come attached, follow

the instructions below to attach it.

NOTE: For shipping reasons, 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 knobsfrom the bottom of seat before proceeding with

applicable instructions below.

WARNING: Before operating this

machine, make sure the seat is

engaged in the seat stop, stand

behind the machine and pull back

on seat until fully engaged into

stop.

Knob Adjustment Seat

1. Position the shoulder screws (found on the base of the

seat) inside the slot openings in the seat pivot bracket.

Figure 4.

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 4.

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WARNING

Before operating

this machine, make

sure the seat is

engaged in the seat

stop, stand behind

the machine and pull

back on seat until

fully engaged into

stop.

Maximum tire

pressure under any

circumstances is

30 psi. Equal tire

pressure should be

maintained at all

times.

Setting Up

Your Lawn

Tractor

Figure 3

Figure 4

Tire Pressure

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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Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

Know Your Lawn Tractor

Figure 5

A Speed Control Lever/ Parking Brake E Throttle /Choke Control Lever

B Clutch-Brake Pedal F Ignition Switch

C Shift Lever G Deck Lift Lever

D PTO (Blade Engage) Lever

NOTE: Any reference

in this manual to the

RIGHT or LEFT side of

the tractor is observed

from operator’s position.

NOTE: Steering wheel not shown for clarity

Throttle / Choke Control

The throttle control lever is located on the right side of

the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed

of the engine, as well as the choke when it is pushed

all the way forward. When set in a given position, the

throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. See Fig. 5.

IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the

cutting deck engaged, be certain that the throttle lever is

always in the FAST (rabbit) position.

Moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates

the engine’s choke control. Activating the choke control

closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in start-

ing the engine. Refer to Starting The Engine on page 12

of this manual for detailed starting instructions.

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4

Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

WARNING

Never leave a running

machine unattended.

Always disengage

PTO, move shift lever

into neutral position,

set parking brake, stop

engine and remove key

to prevent unintended

starting.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is activated to start the engine. Insert

key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the

START position. Release the key into the ON position

once engine has fired. See Figure 7.

WARNING: Never leave a running

machine unattended. Always

disengage PTO, move shift lever

into neutral position, set parking

brake, stop engine and remove key

to prevent unintended starting.

IMPORTANT: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to both

Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine on

page 12 of this manual for detailed instructions regarding

the Ignition Switch Module.

Deck Lift Lever

Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is

used to change the height of the cutting deck. To use,

move the lever to the left, then place in the notch best

suited for your application.

Parking Brake

To set the parking brake, fully depress the clutch-brake

pedal. Move the speed control lever all the way down and

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 off.

Clutch-Brake Pedal

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 trac-

tor by changing speeds (Refer to Speed Control Lever).

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 Safety Interlock Switches on page 12.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located on the left side of the fender

and has three positions, FORWARD, NEUTRAL and

REVERSE. The brake pedal must be depressed and the

tractor must not be in motion when the moving shift lever.

See Figure 8.

IMPORTANT: Never force the shift lever. Doing so may

result in serious damage to the tractor’s transmission.

Speed Control Lever

The speed control lever, located on the left side of the

tractor’s dash 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 lever rearward

and release it into a notch.

IMPORTANT

Prior to operating the

tractor, refer to both

the Safety Interlock

Switches and Starting

The Engine on page

12 of this manual for

detailed instructions

regarding the Ignition

Switch Module.

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PTO (Blade Engage) Lever

Found on the tractor’s right fender, the

PTO (blade engage) lever is used to

engage power to the cutting deck or

other (separately available) attach-

ments. To operate, move the lever all

the way forward. Moving the lever all

the way rearward into the PTO OFF

position disengages power to the

cutting deck/ attachment.

NOTE: The PTO (blade engage) lever

must be in the disengaged (PTO OFF)

position when starting the engine.

Safety Interlock Switches

This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system

for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system

should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor.

Contact an authorized Troybilt service dealer.

• The safety interlock system prevents the engine

from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is

engaged, and the PTO (Blade Engage) lever is in the

disengaged (OFF) position.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator

leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator

leaves the tractor’s seat with the PTO (Blade En-

gage) lever in the engaged (ON) position, regardless

of whether the parking brake is engaged.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator

engages the PTO with the parking brake ON.

• The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO

(Blade Engage) lever is moved into the engaged

(ON) position with the shift lever in Reverse.

WARNING: Do not operate the

tractor if the interlock system is

malfunctioning. This system was

designed for your safety and

protection.

Engaging the Parking Brake

To engage the parking brake:

1. Fully depress the clutch-brake pedal and hold it

down with your foot.

2. Move the speed control lever all the way down and

into the parking brake position.

3. Release the clutch-brake pedal to allow the parking

brake to engage.

To release the parking brake:

1. Depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the speed

control lever out of the parking brake position and

into a desired speed.

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Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

Setting the Cutting Height

1. Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing

the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting

height notches on the right side of the fender.

WARNING: Keep hands and feet

away from the discharge opening

of the cutting deck.

Refer to Leveling the Deck on page 16 of this manual

for more detailed instructions regarding various deck

adjustments.

Starting the Engine

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor

if the interlock system is malfunction-

ing. This system was designed for

your safety and protection.

NOTE: Refer to the TRACTOR SET-UP on page 8 of this

manual for Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.

1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch.

2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged

(OFF) position.

3. Engage the tractor’s parking brake.

4. Activate the choke control.

5. 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 in the START position

for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause

damage to your engine’s electric starter.

6. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control

and place the throttle control in the FAST position.

NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke control on while operat-

ing the tractor. Doing so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture

and cause the engine to run poorly.

Stopping the Engine

WARNING: If you strike a foreign

object, stop the engine, discon-

nect the spark plug wire(s) and

ground against the engine. Thor-

oughly inspect the machine for

any damage. Repair the damage

before restarting and operating.

1. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO (Blade

Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position.

2. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP

position.

3. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent

unintended starting.

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WARNING

Do not operate

the tractor if the

interlock system is

malfunctioning. This

system was designed

for your safety and

protection.

Keep hands and

feet away from the

discharge opening of

the cutting deck.

Do not operate

the tractor if the

interlock system is

malfunctioning. This

system was designed

for your safety and

protection.

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.

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Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

Driving The Tractor

WARNING: Avoid sudden starts,

ex-cessive speed and sudden

stops.

WARNING: Do not leave the seat

of the tractor without first plac-

ing the PTO (Blade Engage) lever

in the disengaged (OFF) posi-

tion, depressing the brake pedal

and engaging the parking brake.

If leaving the tractor unattended,

also turn the ignition key off and

remove the key.

WARNING: Always look down

and behind before and while

backing up to avoid a back-over

accident.

1. Depress the brake pedal to release the parking brake

and let the pedal up.

2. Move the throttle lever into the FAST (rabbit) position.

3. Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or

REVERSE position.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the shift lever to change the

direction of travel when the tractor is in motion. Always

use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete

stop before shifting.

4. Release the parking brake by depressing the clutch-

brake pedal and positioning the speed control lever in

desired position.

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.

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

motion.

6. 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:

1. Place the shift lever in neutral,

2. Engage the parking brake,

3. 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:

1. Place shift lever in NEUTRAL.

2. Restart engine.

3. Place speed control lever in highest speed position.

4. Release clutch-brake pedal fully.

5. Depress clutch-brake pedal.

6. Place speed control lever in desired position.

7. Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE,

and follow normal operating procedures.

Driving On Slopes

Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 3 to help determine

slopes where you may operate the tractor safely.

WARNING: Do not mow on

inclines with a slope in excess

of 15 degrees (a rise of approxi-

mately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).

The tractor could overturn and

cause serious injury.

• Mow up and down slopes, NEVER 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.

• Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be

made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly

increases the chance of a roll over.

• Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is

necessary to stop while driving up a slope, start up

smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of

flipping the tractor over backward.

WARNING

Avoid sudden starts,

ex-cessive speed and

sudden stops.

Do not leave the seat

of the tractor without

first placing the PTO

(Blade Engage) lever in

the disengaged (OFF)

position, depressing

the brake pedal and

engaging the parking

brake. If leaving the

tractor unattended, also

turn the ignition key off

and remove the key.

Always look down

and behind before

and while backing up

to avoid a back-over

accident.

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.

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Engaging the Blades

Engaging the PTO (Blade Engage) transfers power to

the cutting deck or other (separately available) attach-

ments. To engage the blades, proceed as follows:

1. Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit)

position.

2. Grasp the PTO (Blade Engage) lever and pivot it all

the way forward into the engaged (ON) position.

3. Keep the throttle lever in the FAST (rabbit) position

for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other

(separately available) attachments

IMPORTANT: The PTO (Blade Engage) lever must be in

the disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine,

when traveling in reverse, and if the operator leaves the

seat. Refer to Safety Interlock Switches on page 12.

Using the Deck Lift Lever

To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to

the left, then place it in the notch best suited for your

application. Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in

this section.

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 will be helpful when using the

cutting deck with your tractor:

WARNING: Plan your mowing

pattern to avoid discharge of

materials toward roads, side-

walks, bystanders and the like.

Also, avoid discharging material

against a wall or obstruction

which may cause discharged

material to ricochet back toward

the operator.

• 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.

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Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

WARNING

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.

• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.

• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP

OR TIP.

• 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 CON-

TROLS.

• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED

BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR

BLADE(S).

• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION, DISEN-

GAGE BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL,

ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE

KEY.

READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL

WARNING

• 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 Cutting Blades on page 21 of this

manual for proper blade sharpening instructions.

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 ma-

chine if anyone enters

the area.

Plan your mowing pat-

tern to avoid discharge

of materials toward

roads, sidewalks, by-

standers and the like.

Also, avoid discharging

material against a wall

or obstruction which

may cause discharged

material to ricochet

back toward the

operator.

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Operating

Your Lawn

Tractor

Mulching (If Equipped)

A mulch kit is sold separately and incorporates special

blades that incorporate a process of recirculating grass

clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck. The ultra-

fine clippings are then forced back into the lawn where

they act as a natural fertilizer.

Observe the following points for the best results when

mulching:

• Never attempt to mulch if the lawn is damp. Wet grass

tends to stick to the underside of the cutting deck

preventing proper mulching of the clippings.

• Do NOT attempt to mulch more than 1/3 the total

height of the grass or approximately 1-1/2 inches.

Doing so will cause the clippings to clump up beneath

the deck and not be mulched effectively.

• Maintain a slow ground speed to allow the grass

clippings more time to effectively be mulched.

• Always position the throttle control lever in the FAST

(rabbit) position and allow it to remain there while

mowing. Failing to keep the engine at full throttle

places strain on the tractor’s engine and does not

allow the blades to properly mulch grass.

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the discharge chute

to operate the mower with the mulch kit installed.

To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply

remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing

nut which fastens it to the cutting deck. This will allow the

clippings to discharge out the side. See Figure 9.

Headlights

• On some models, the lamps are ON whenever the

tractor’s engine is running. On other models, the

lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is moved out

of the STOP position.

• On all models, the lamps turn OFF when the ignition

key is moved to the STOP position.

Figure 9

NOTE: It is not neces-

sary to remove the

discharge chute to

operate the mower with

the mulch kit installed.

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Adjusting

Your Lawn

Tractor

Figure 11

Figure 10

WARNING

Never attempt to

make any adjust-

ments while the

engine is running,

except where speci-

fied in the operator’s

manual.

WARNING: Never attempt to

make any adjustments while

the engine is running, except

where specified in the operator’s

manual.

Leveling the Deck

NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before perform-

ing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on

page 20 for information regarding tire pressure.

Front To Rear

The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer

bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear.

The front of the deck should be between 1/4-inch and

3/8-inch lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if neces-

sary as follows:

1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place

the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position)

and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so

that it is parallel with the tractor.

2. 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.

3. Locate the jam nut and lock nut on the front side of the

stabilizer bracket. See Figure 10. After loosening the

jam nut:

Tighten the lock nut to raise the front of the deck;

Loosen the lock nut to lower the front of the deck.

4. Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier when proper

adjustment is achieved.

Side to Side

If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side

to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary

as follows:

1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place

the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position)

and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular

with the tractor.

2. Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade

tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of

the right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements

taken should be equal. If they’re not, proceed to the

next step.

3. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on

the left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 11.

4. Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the

adjustment gear (found immediately behind the hex

cap screw just loosened) clockwise/up or counter-

clockwise/down. The deck is properly balanced when

both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal.

5. Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger

bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.

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WARNING

Adjusting

Your Lawn

Tractor

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Parking Brake Adjustment

WARNING: Never attempt to ad-

just the brakes while the engine is

running. Always disengage PTO,

move shift lever into neutral posi-

tion, stop engine and remove key

to prevent unintended starting.

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

brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s

rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the

brake is in need of adjustment. The brake disc can be

found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of

the tractor. Adjust if necessary as follows:

1. Looking at the transmission from the right side of the

tractor, locate the compression spring and brake disc.

See Figure 12.

2. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex nut found on the

right side of the brake assembly. See Figure 12.

3. Using a feeler gauge, set the gap between the brake

disc and the brake puck at .011”.

4. Re-tighten the hex nut loosened earlier.

Seat Adjustment

WARNING: Before operating this

machine, make sure the seat is

engaged in the seat stop, stand

behind the machine and pull back

on seat until fully engaged into

stop.

Knob Adjustment Seat

To adjust the position of the seat on models so equipped,

loosen the two knobs on the bottom of the seat. See

Figure 13. Slide the seat forward or backward as desired.

Retighten the two knobs.

Figure 12

Figure 13

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.

Before operating this

machine, make sure

the seat is engaged in

the seat stop, stand

behind the machine

and pull back on seat

until fully engaged into

stop.

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Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

NOTE: Depending on

the engine model found

on your tractor, it may

be necessary to remove

the tractor’s side panel

in order to replace the

oil filter (if so equipped).

Figure 14

WARNING

Before performing

any maintenance or

repairs, disengage

PTO, move shift lever

into neutral position,

set parking brake, stop

engine and remove key

to prevent unintended

starting.

WARNING: Before performing

any maintenance or repairs,

disengage PTO, move shift lever

into neutral position, set parking

brake, stop engine and remove

key to prevent unintended

starting.

Engine

Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner’s Manual for

engine maintenance instructions.

Check engine oil level before each use as instructed in

the Engine Operator/Owner’s Manual packed with your

unit. Follow the instructions carefully.

Changing Engine Oil

NOTE: Depending on the engine model found on your

tractor, it may be necessary to remove the tractor’s side

panel in order to replace the oil filter (if so equipped).

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:

1. Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from

the oil fill tube.

2. Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil

sump. See Figure 14.

3. Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable

container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz.

4. Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed

in the separate Engine Operator/Owner’s Manual

packed with your unit.

Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil

has finished draining.

5. Refill the engine with new motor oil as instructed in

the Engine Operator/Owner’s Manual packed with

your unit.

IMPORTANT: Refer to the Engine Operator/Owner’s

Manual packed with your unit for information regarding the

quantity and proper weight of motor oil.

Air Cleaner

Service the pre-cleaner, if so equipped, and cartridge/air

cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Operator/

Owner’s Manual packed with your unit.

Spark Plug

The spark plug 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 Engine

Operator/Owner’s Manual for correct plug type and gap

specifications.

Lubrication

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.

Engine

Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the

Engine Owner’s Manual packed with your unit.

Pivot Points & Linkage

Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking

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

Rear Wheels

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.

Front Axles

The front 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.

Cleaning the Engine And Deck

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.

IMPORTANT: The use of a pressure washer to clean your

tractor is NOT recommended. It may cause damage to

electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the

engine.

Before lubricating,

repairing, or inspect-

ing, always disengage

PTO, move shift lever

into neutral position,

set parking brake, stop

engine and remove key

to prevent unintended

starting.

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Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

Figure 15

Deck Wash System™

A hex plug can be found on your tractor’s deck surface.

See Figure 15.

This plug can be replaced with a water port to be used as

part of a separately-available deck wash system.

Use the Deck Wash System™ to rinse grass clippings

from the deck’s underside and prevent the buildup of

corrosive chemicals.

NOTE: Refer to page 24 for information regarding this

and other separately-available attachments & acces-

sories for your tractor.

Cutting Deck Removal

To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:

1. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disen-

gaged (OFF) position and engage the parking brake.

2. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the

bottom notch on the right fender.

3. Remove the belt from around the tractor’s engine

pulley and idler pulley(s). Refer to Changing the

Deck Belt on page 22 for detailed instructions.

4. Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the

tractor, locate the hair pin clip that secures the deck

support rod on the rear left side of the deck. See

Figure 16.

5. Remove the hair pin clip that secures the deck

support rod, and carefully remove the deck support

from the deck lift arm.

6. Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side.

7. Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right

fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the

way.

8. Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of

the cutting deck by removing the hair pin clip which

secures it. Remove the spring from the deck idler

bracket. See Figure 17.

9. Gently slide the cutting deck toward the front of the

tractor allowing the hooks on the deck to release

themselves from the deck stabilizer rod.

10. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out

from underneath the tractor.

Figure 16

Figure 17

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Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

Tires

WARNING: Never exceed the

maximum inflation pressure

shown on the sidewall of tire.

The recommended operating tire pressure is:

• Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires

• Approximately 14 psi for the front tires

IMPORTANT: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire

manufacturer’s recommended or maximum psi. Do not

overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting

deck to mow unevenly.

Battery

The battery is sealed 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 its terminal 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 result in damage to your engine’s alternat-

ing system.

Charging

If the tractor has not been put into use for an extended

period of time, charge the battery with an automotive-

type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six

amps.

WARNING: Batteries give off an

explosive gas while charging.

Charge battery in a well venti-

lated 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.

Jump Starting

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.

1. 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.

2. Connect the other jumper cable to the negative

terminal of the good battery, then to the frame of the

unit with the dead battery.

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 neces-

sary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to

remove deposits. Coat terminals and exposed wiring with

grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion.

Battery Failures

Some common causes for battery failure are:

• incorrect initial activation • undercharging

• overcharging • corroded connections

• freezing

These failures are NOT covered by your tractor’s

warranty.

Fuse

One 20 AMP fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring har-

ness to protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage

caused by excessive amperage.

If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor’s

engine will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse

has not blown. It can be found under the hood mounted

behind the dash panel on the right side.

WARNING: Always use a fuse with

the same amperage capacity for

replacement.

WARNING

Never exceed the

maximum inflation

pressure shown on the

sidewall of the tire.

Batteries give off an

explosive gas while

charging. Charge bat-

tery 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.

Always use a fuse with

the same amperage

capacity for replace-

ment.

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6

Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

WARNING

Periodically inspect

the blade spindles for

cracks or damage,

especially if you strike

a foreign object.

Replace immediately if

damaged.

Be sure to shut the

engine off, remove

ignition key, discon-

nect the spark plug

wire(s) and ground

against the engine to

prevent unintended

starting before remov-

ing the cutting blade(s)

for sharpening or

replacement. Protect

your hands by using

heavy gloves or a rag

to grasp the cutting

blade.

Cutting Blades

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 cut-

ting 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 spindles for cracks or

damage, especially if you strike a

foreign object. Replace immedi-

ately if damaged.

The blades may be removed as follows.

1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to

Cutting Deck Removal on page 19) then gently flip

the deck over to expose its underside.

2. Place a block of wood between the center deck hous-

ing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.

See Figure 18.

3. Use a 15/16” wrench to remove the hex flange nut

that secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See

Figure 18.

4. To properly 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.

IMPORTANT: If the cutting edge of the blade has already

been sharpened to within 1 5/8” from the edge, or if any

metal separation is present, replace the blades with new

ones. See Figure 19.

• It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground

equally to maintain proper blade balance.

• A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive

vibration and may cause damage to the tractor and

result in personal 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 is in 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.

Figure 18

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Figure 19

Hex Nut

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Changing the Deck Belt

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

belt(s).

The belt on your tractor is subject to wear and should be

replaced if any signs of wear are present.

IMPORTANT: The V-belt found on your tractor are

specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A

substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not

disengaging completely. For a proper working machine,

use a factory approved belt.

To change or replace the deck belt proceed as follows:

1. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the

bottom notch on the right fender.

2. Remove the belt guards by removing the self-tapping

screws that fasten them to the deck.

3. Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine

pulley.

4. Insert a 3/8”-drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) into

the square hole found in the idler bracket on the left

side of the deck’s surface. See Figure 20.

5. Grasp the ratchet’s handle and pivot it toward the front

of the tractor to relieve tension on the belt.

6. With belt tension relieved, carefully remove the belt

from around the left-hand spindle pulley.

6

Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

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Figure 20

WARNING

Be sure to shut the

engine off, remove ig-

nition key, disconnect

the spark plug wire(s)

and ground against

the engine to prevent

unintended starting

before removing the

belt(s).

IMPORTANT: Carefully allow the ratchet to pivot rearward

before removing it from the square hole.

WARNING: Avoid the possibility

of a pinching injury. Do not place

your fingers on the idler spring

or between the belt and a pulley

while removing the belt.

7. Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys, including

the deck idler pulley.

8. Route the new belt as shown in and Figure 21.

9. Remount the belt guards removed earlier.

Changing the Transmission Drive Belts

NOTE: Several components must be removed and special

tools (i.e. air/impact wrench) in order to change the

tractor’s drive belts. See an authorized Troybilt Service

Dealer to have your drive belts replaced. To find a dealer

near you, phone our dealer locator number as instructed

on page 2 or log onto www.troybilt.com.

Avoid the possibility of

a pinching injury. Do

not place your fingers

on the idler spring or

between the belt and a

pulley while removing

the belt.

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6

Maintaining

Your Lawn

Tractor

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Figure 21

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7

Off-Season

Storage/

Attachments

WARNING

Drain fuel only into an

approved container

outdoors, away from

an open flame. Al-

low engine to cool.

Extinguish cigarettes,

cigars, pipes, and

other sources of igni-

tion prior to draining

fuel.

Never store the ma-

chine 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.

Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section

6: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR on page 18

of this manual before storing for an extended period.

WARNING: Drain fuel only 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.

Follow the instructions in the Service, Storage &

Specifications section of the Engine Operator/Owner’s

Manual for proper engine care prior to storing your tractor.

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.

Attachments & Accessories

The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Model Series 700 Lawn Tractors. See the retailer from

which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Troybilt Service Dealer or phone (866) 840-6483 for information

regarding price and availability.

NOTE: Model Series 700 Lawn Tractors 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 DESCRIPTION

OEM-190-032 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower

OEM-190-116 38/42-inch Deck Mulch Kit

OEM-190-180 Twin Bagger Grass Collector (for 38/42-inch Decks)

OEM-190-183 Deck Wheel Kit

OEM-190-218 Rear Wheel Weight Kit

OEM-190-607* Deluxe Tractor Sunshade

OEM-190-658 Tire Chains, 20 x 8 Tires

OEM-190-672 Grille Guard (mounts on front of tractor)

OEM-190-833 42-inch Front Dozer Blade

490-900-0025 Deck Wash Kit

* Not compatible with tractors equipped with a Grass Collector

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8

Safety

Labels

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 at-

tempting to operate

this machine. Failure

to comply with these

instructions may result

in personal injury. When

you see this symbol.

HEED ITS 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.

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9

Trouble

Shooting

For repairs beyond

the minor adjust-

ments listed here,

contact an authorized

service dealer.

CauseProblem Remedy

Engine fails to start 1. PTO engaged.

2. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected.

3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

4. Choke not activated.

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Engine flooded.

8. Parking brake not engaged.

9. Throttle control lever not in correct

starting position.

1. Place PTO knob (or lever) in

disengaged (OFF) position.

2. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s).

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

4. Pull out the CHOKE control (if so

equipped) or place the throttle

control in CHOKE position.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Clean fuel line or replace fuel filter,

if so equipped.

7. Crank engine with throttle in FAST

position.

8. Engage parking brake.

9. Place throttle lever to FAST

position.

Engine runs erratic 1. Push CHOKE control (if so

equipped) in, or move the throttle

control out of the CHOKE position.

2. Connect and tighten spark

plug wire(s).

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean,

fresh (less than 30 days old)

gasoline. Replace fuel filter, if so

equipped.

4. Clear vent or replace if damaged.

5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with

fresh fuel.

6. Replace air cleaner cartridge/ele-

ment or clean pre-cleaner, if so

equipped.

1. Unit running with CHOKE applied.

2. Spark plug wire(s) loose.

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

4. Vent in gas cap plugged.

5. Water or dirt in fuel system.

6. Dirty air cleaner.

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9

Trouble

Shooting

For repairs beyond

the minor adjust-

ments listed here,

contact an authorized

service dealer.

Engine overheats 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Clean grass clippings and debris

from around the engine’s cooling

fins and blower housing.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Air flow restricted.

Engine hesitates at

high RPM

1. Remove spark plug(s) and reset

the gap.

1. Spark plug(s) gap too close.

Idles poorly 1. Replace spark plug(s). Set plug(s)

gap.

2. Replace air cleaner cartridge/ele-

ment or clean pre-cleaner, if so

equipped.

1. Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap

too wide.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

Mower will not

mulch grass (If

Equipped)

1. Place throttle control in FAST

(rabbit) position.

2. Do not mow when grass is wet;

wait until later to cut.

3. Mow once at a high cutting height,

then mow again at desired height

or make a narrower cutting path.

4. Sharpen or replace blade.

1. Engine speed too low.

2. Wet grass.

3. Excessively high grass.

4. Dull blade.

Uneven cut 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjust-

ment.

2. Sharpen or replace blade.

3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.

1. Deck not balanced properly.

2. Dull blade.

3. Uneven tire pressure.

Excessive

Vibration

1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.

2. Damaged or bent cutting blade.

1. Tighten blade and spindle. Balance

blade.

2. Replace blade.

CauseProblem Remedy

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Illustrated

Parts List

10

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 710-0599 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.500

2 710-0604A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.625

3 710-1260A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.750

4 710-1611B Screw, 5/16-18, 0.750

5 712-0185 Nut, 1/4-20, Speed U-type

6 725-0963 Headlamp, 12V

7 731-05078A Collar, Dash, 3-Style

8 731-15357 Troy-Bilt Lens

9 738-04091 Screw, Shldr, .43 x .29, 5/16-18

10 783-04606A Pivot Bracket

11 783-04827 Troy-Bilt Hood

12 783-04828 Troy-Bilt Side Panel, RH

13 783-04841 Hood Pivot Bracket, LH

783-04840 Hood Pivot Bracket, RH

14 783-04967 Troy-Bilt Side Panel, LH

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

15 783-05027 Front Pivot Support Bracket

16 726-0230 Cable Tie, 34.75

17 751-0555B Fuel Tank, 1.5 gal.

18 751-0603 Fuel Tank Cap

19 710-04483 Screw, 1/4-14, .500

20 710-0895 Screw, 1/4-15, .750

21 731-04945 Support, Steering

22 783-04584 Gas Tank Support Bracket

23 783-04873 Dash Assembly

24 725-1741 Module, Ignition Switch

25 725-1744 Key

26 731-05265 Choke Plug

27 746-04258 Throttle/Choke Control, 25.0

— 725-04361 Wire Harness (No RMC)

28 190-672* Bumper Kit

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

*Models So Equipped

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Illustrated

Parts List

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 710-04483 Screw, 1/4-20 x .500

2 710-0599 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.500

3 710-0604A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.625

4 731-04591A Cup Holder

5 736-0607 Lock Washer, 5/16

6 783-04587A Fender

7 783-1489B Mounting Bracket, Seat

8 723-04025 Foot Pad, Abrasive, RH

9 723-04026 Foot Pad, Abrasive, LH

10 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18, GrF

11 720-04061 Knob, 3/8-16, .875

12 732-1184 Spring, Exten., .84 Dia x 4.6 Lg.

13 738-0296 Scr., Shlder, .437 x .268, 5/16-18

14 738-04012A Screw, Shlder, .625 x .175, 3/8-16

15 783-04081A Pivot Bracket, Seat

16 783-0209D Lift Bracket, Seat

17 757-04021A Seat, Low, Black

18 710-0227 Screw, #8-18 x .50

19 726-0279 Plate, Insulator

20 725-1303 Spring Switch, Outer

21 725-1439 Spring Switch, Inner

22 726-0278 Plate, Insulator Boss

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

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Illustrated

Parts List

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 617-04024 Gear Assembly, Steering

2 710-0376 Screw, 5/16-18, 1.00, Gr5

3 710-0643 Screw, 5/16-18, 1.00, Gr5, Lock

4 710-1309 Screw, Mach, 5/16-18, 0.750

5 710-3180 Screw, 5/16-18, 1.75, Gr5

6 712-0240 Nut, Jam, 7/16-20, Gr2

7 712-0262 Nut, Jam Lock, 3/8-24, Gr2

8 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18, Grf

9 731-0484A Hub Cap

10 723-0448A Ball Joint, 7/16-20, Lock

11 736-0242 Washer, Bell, .340 x .872 x .060

12 783-04568 Front Hanger Bracket, Deck

13 738-04141 Scr., Shlder, .435 x .3485, 5/16-18

14 738-0919 Steering Shaft, 5/8 Spline x 21.86

15 741-04124 Bearing, Flange, Hex 5/8

16 741-0475 Plastic Bushing .380 ID

17 747-04298 Drag Link, Steering

18 748-0389 Cap, 1.25 x .16

19 748-04065 Steering, Block

20 748-04068 Spacer, .710 ID x .125 OD x .56

21 750-04418 Spacer, .322 ID x .625 OD x .21

22 783-04644 Stabilizer Plate, Gear Segment

23 638-04007 Axle Assembly, LH

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

24 638-04008 Axle Assembly, RH

25 683-0128B Pivot Bar

26 710-0726 Screw, 5/16-12, 0.750

27 712-04065 Nut, Flange Lock, 3/8-16, GrF

28 714-04039 Pin, Cotter, 5/32, 1.25

29 714-0470 Pin, Cotter, 1/8 x 1.25

30 726-0341 Push Cap, 3/4

31 731-04057A End Cap, Pivot Bar (w/ Fitting)

32 736-0316 Washer, Flat, .78 x 1.59 x .060

33 738-04128 Scr., Shlder, .500 x 2.380, 3/8-16

34 741-0660A Bearing, Flange, .760 x .941 x 1.0

35 747-04299A Tie Rod

36 783-04601B Bracket, Pivot

37 731-04681 Cap, Steering Wheel (tine logo)

38 631-04028 Steering Wheel, Standard Grip

39 634-04086 Wheel Ass’y, Square Shoulder

734-1731 Tire Only, 15 x 6 x 6, Square Shld.

634-04081 Rim Assembly (Incl. bearings & stem)

40 719-04105 Pivot Bar, Cast Iron

41 731-04693 Push Cap

42 726-04035 Push Nut, 3/4”

43 736-0316 Flat Washer, .78 x 1.59 x .060

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

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IMPORTANT

For a proper working machine,

use Factory Approved Parts.

V-belts are designed to engage

and disengage safely. A substi-

tute (non OEM) V-belt can be

dangerous by not disengaging

completely.

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Illustrated

Parts List

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 618-04034 Transmission Assembly

2 647-04035 Lever Assembly, Shift

3 710-0176 Screw, 5/16-18, 2.75, Gr5

4 710-0227 Screw, #8-18, 0.500

5 710-0726 Screw, 5/16-12, 0.750

6 710-0809 Screw, 1/4-20, 1.250

7 710-3008 Screw, 5/16-18, .75, Gr5

8 711-04075A Ferrule, 3/8-24 x .375 Dia.

9 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18, GrF

10 712-0700 Nut, Flange, 9/16-18, Gr2

11 714-0111 Pin, Cotter, 3/32, 1.0

12 714-0209 Cotter Pin, Internal .125 Dia

13 714-0470 Pin, Cotter, 1/8 x 1.25

14 718-0758A Hub, Pulley, 5/8 Spline

15 720-04028 Knob, Shift

16 725-1644 Spring Switch, Short

17 710-0520 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.50

18 726-0320 Plate, Insulator Nut

19 731-04602 Sleeve, .758 x .821 x 3.3125

20 731-04604 Sleeve, .758 x .821 x 2.4375

21 732-04076A Spring, Extension, 1.15 OD x 7.90

22 732-04237 Spring, Extension, .50 OD x 12.0

23 732-04306 Spring, Extension, .80 OD x 3.28

24 732-0716C Spring, Extension, .59 OD x 4.00

25 736-0264 Washer, Flat, .330 x .630 x .0635

26 747-04265 Contol Rod, Variable Speed

27 747-04277 Rod, Shift

28 747-04287 Rod, Brake

29 750-0566A Spacer, .260 x .372 x 1.030

30 754-04001A Belt

31 754-0241A Belt

32 756-04002 Pulley, V-Type, 7.25 Dia

33 783-04595 Shift Bracket, Adjustable

34 17962 Plate, Switch

35 710-0224 Screw, #10-16, 0.500

36 725-04039 Switch, Interlock

37 647-04034C Pedal Assembly, Drive

38 783-04903 Latch Bracket (No RMC)

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

39 710-1008 Screw, 3/8-16, 1.875, Gr5

40 731-05362 7 Speed Shift Lever

41 710-04483 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.500

42 711-0736 Adjustment Ferrule 1/4-20

43 712-04065 Nut, Flange Lock, 3/8-16, GrF

44 731-05361 Control Cover

45 726-0214 Push Cap, 5/8

46 735-0239 Pad, Foot, 4.0

47 683-04216 Shift Cont. Assembly, 7-Speed

48 747-04430 Control Rod, Speed Selector

49 736-0247 Washer, Flat, .406 x 1.25 x .157

50 750-04465 Spacer, Flge, .390 x .671 x 1.095

51 750-0802 Spacer, .640 ID x .76 OD x 2.63

52 783-04536 Support Bracket, Pedal

53 683-04207 Bracket, Idler

54 683-04176A Torque Bracket, Transmission

55 710-0604A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.625

56 710-0520 Screw, 3/8-16, 1.50, Gr5

57 732-0627 Shift Lever Spring

58 783-04830 Control Bracket

59 710-1325 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.625

60 750-04456 Spacer, .260 x .372 x 1.420

61 738-0347 Spacer, Shoulder, .625 ID x .169

62 756-04213 Pulley, Flat Idler

63 656-04015 Pulley Ass’y, Variable Speed

64 683-04206 Bracket Ass’y, Variable Speed

65 710-0627 Screw, 5/16-24, .750, Gr5

66 710-1652 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.625

67 718-04012 Cup, Bearing

68 736-0362 Washer, Flat, .330 x 1.25 x .06

69 741-0600 Bearing, Ball, 17 x 40 x 12

70 736-0242 Bell Washer, .34 x .872 x .060

71 634-0104 Wheel Ass’y, Square Shoulder

734-1730 Tire Only, 20 x 8 x 8, Square Shld

734-0603A Rim Assembly (Inc. bearings & stem)

72 710-0599 Screw, 1/4-20 x .500

73 736-0222 Lock Washer, 1/4

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

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Models 760-779

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10

Illustrated

Parts List

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 17962 Plate, Switch

2 647-04040 Handle Asswmbly, PTO

3 710-0224 Screw, #10-16, 0.500

4 710-0599 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.500

5 710-3157 Screw, 7/16-20, 3.25, Gr5

6 714-0104 Pin, Cotter, .072 Dia. x 1.13

7 714-0145 Pin, Click, .092 x 1.64

8 720-04049 Grip, Handle, 3/8

9 732-04276 Spring, Extension

10 736-0171 Washer, Lock, 7/16

11 736-0300 Washer, Flat, .406 x .875 x .059

12 736-0322 Washer, Flat, .450 x 1.250 x .164

13 741-04119 Bearing, PTO

14 746-04173A Cable, Deck Engagement

15 783-04753 Frame Support Bracket

16 756-04196 Engine Pulley, 3.39 x 6.12 Dia.

17 725-04039 Switch, Interlock

18 747-04307 Rod, Belt Keeper (42-inch Deck)

19 710-1260A Screw, 5/16-18, .750

20 683-04163A Frame Assembly

21 710-0642 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.750

22 710-0604A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.625

23 712-04064 Nut, Flange Lock, 1/4-20, GrF

24 732-04035 Spring, Compr. , 1.28 OD x 3.125

25 736-0222 Washer, Lock, 1/4

26 747-04385 Hold Down Rod, Battery

27 783-04869 Bracket, Battery

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

28 783-04548A Seat Bracket, Frame

29 783-04637 Bracket, Runing Board

30 725-1426A Solenoid

31 683-04155 Shaft Assembly, Lift

32 712-04065 Nut, Flange Lock, 3/8-16, GrF

33 714-04043 Pin, Cotter, .080 x 1.5625 Internal

34 716-0106A Ring, E-Type, .625 Dia.

35 720-0311 Grip, Handle, 1/2

36 732-04225 Spring, Torsion

37 738-04130 Screw, Shldr. , .625 x .175, 3/8-16

38 741-0225 Bearing, Hex Flange

39 747-04393 Rod, Lift

40 747-04282 Deck Handle, Lift

41 783-04494 Lift Arm, Deck - RH

783-04711 Lift Arm, Deck - LH

42 710-0703 Screw, Carriage, 1/4-20, .75, Gr5

43 712-0271 Nut, Sems, 1/4-20

44 725-1737A Battery, 190 CCA

45 683-04195 Support Bracket Assembly

46 710-0134 Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .62

47 710-3025 Screw, 5/16-18 x .625

48 712-04063 Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18

49 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18

50 736-0173 Flat Washer, .28 x .74 x .063

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

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Models 760-779

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10

Illustrated

Parts List

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

input shaft cavity.

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 732-0614 Ring, Wire

2 716-0231 Ring, E Type,.750

3 736-0336* Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x.030

736-0337* Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x.040

736-0349* Flat Washer, 5/8 x 1.0 x.020

4 736-0335 Washer, Thrust.635 x 1.26 x.06

5 710-1325 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.625

6 719-04017 Upper Housing

7 711-1109 Input Shaft

8 741-0335 Needle Bearing,.625 x.813 x.495

9 717-1464 14-tooth Bevel Pinion

10 716-0108 Retaining Ring,.437

11 741-0340 Sleeve Bearing,.75 x.1.0 x 1.0

12 721-0338 Seal,.75 x 1.0 x.125

13 618-04041 Differential Assembly

14 741-0336 Flange Bearing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 3/4

15 717-04056 42-tooth Bevel Gear

16 718-04045 Clutch Collar

17 711-04134 Drive Shaft

18 736-0495* Thrust Washer, 1.0 x.632 x.0

736-0494* Flat Washer,.632 x 1.00 x.035

19 741-0337 Flange Bearing, 5/8 x 3/4 x 15/16

20 611-0011 Detent Shaft Assembly

21 741-0862 Detent Ball

22 732-0863 Compression Spring

23 719-04018 Lower Housing

24 717-0678 Brake Puck

25 761-0202 Brake Disc

26 710-1206 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 2.375

27 661-0001 Brake Assembly

— 737-0148 Grease (19 oz.)

* Use applicable flat washer (ref. #’s 3 or 18) in this application allowing .0150/.0020 in. end-play

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

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Models 77T (42” Deck)

14

13

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9

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Illustrated

Parts List

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 618-0624 Spindle Assembly, Pul, 6.23” Dia

2 683-04138A Brake Assembly, Deck

3 683-04165A Deck Shell, 42” (w/o Wheel Brkt)

4 683-04167 Brake Assembly, Deck

5 683-04228 Brkt. Ass’y, Deck, Hanger LH

6 710-3015 Screw, 1/4-20, .75, Gr5

7 710-1260A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.750

8 710-0528 Screw, 5/16-18, 1.250

9 710-0604A Screw, 5/16-18, 0.625

10 710-3085 Screw, 3/8-16, 3.50, Gr5

11 710-0778 Screw, 1/4-20, 1.500

12 710-3008 Screw, 5/16-18, .75, Gr5

13 710-0134† Carriage Screw, , 1/4-20 x .62

14 783-1025 Chute Stop

15 712-3006 Nut, Hex, 1/4-20, Gr5

16 712-0417A Nut, Flange, 5/8-18

17 731-1032B Chute Assembly, Discharge

18 712-04063 Nut, Flange Lock, 5/16-18, GrF

19 750-04446 Spacr, 3/8 ID x .68 OD x 1.46 Lg.

20 712-0641 Nut, Hex, M16-1.5

21 712-3083 Nut, Hex Lock, 1/2-13, Gr8

22 712-0206 Nut, Hex, 1/2-13, Gr5

23 714-0104 Pin, Cot, .072 Dia. x 1.13 Lg

24 717-04074 Gear, Deck Adjustment

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

25 726-0233 Nut, Push, .25 ID x .50 OD

26 732-04280A Spring, Exten. , .75 Dia. x 6.375

27 732-04287 Spring, Exten. , .50 Dia. x 6.375

28 710-0347 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75

29 736-0119 Washer, Lock, 5/16

30 736-0270 Washer, Bell, .265 x.75 x .062

31 783-04740 Deck Engagement Cable Bracket

32 736-0267 Washer, Flat, .385 x .87 x .06

33 736-0225 Washer, Lock, 5/8, Internal Tooth

34 736-0187 Washer, Flat, .64 x 1.24 x .06

35 738-04166 Spacer, Shoulder, .5000 x .1475

36 738-04146 Plug, Screw, M16 x 1.5

37 738-04162A Spacer, Shoulder, .8840 x .190

38 742-0616A Blade, 21.23”, Star 3-in-1

39 731-2363† Mulch Plug

40 747-04379A Control Rod, Brake

41 747-04269A Deck Rod, Front Adjustable

42 748-04069 Pivot Cup, Deck Lift

43 750-0566A Spacer, .260 x .372 x 1.030

44 754-04060B Belt, V-Type

45 756-04129 Idler Pulley, 4.25” Dia.

46 712-3087† Wing Nut, 1/4-20

47 783-04327A Cover, Belt, 6.00 Dia.

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.

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

† Optional

42

Models 77T

20

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21 14

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10

Illustrated

Parts List

Ref.

No.

Part No. Description

1 683-04256 Muffler Shield Assembly

2 783-04576 Muffler Shield

3 783-05006 Lower Heat Shield

4 710-0227 Screw, #8-18 x .50

5 710-0599 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.500

6 710-0642 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.750

7 710-1237 Screw, #10-32, .625

8 710-1314A Socket Cap Screw, 5/16-18, .625

9 710-1315 Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16, 1.25

10 712-0271 Hex Sems Nut, 1/4-20

11 721-0208 Exhaust Gasket

12 725-0157 Cable Tie, 7.4”

13 726-0205 Hose Clamp, .490

14 728-04000 Pop Rivet .188 x .325

15 731-1682A Oil Drain Sleeve

16 751B221535 Casing Clamp

17 751-0564B Muffler Deflector

18 751-10013 Exhaust Pipe

19 751-10162 Muffler, Single Inlet

20 751-10349 Fuel Line Hose

21 751-10353 Long Muffler Deflector

22 783-04573 LH Muffler Bracket

23 783-04574 RH Muffler Bracket

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

44

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

NOTES:

Use this page to make

notes and write down

important information.

45

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

NOTES:

Use this page to make

notes and write down

important information.

46

For parts and/or

accessories

please call

1-866-840-6483, or

1-330-558-7220.

www.troybilt.com

NOTES:

Use this page to make

notes and write down

important information.

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn

mower. In California, new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must

warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower.

Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves,

canisters, filters, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.

Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission-related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be

repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the lawn mower owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. MTD Consumer Group Inc recom-

mends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn mower, but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts.

As the lawn mower owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed

due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists. The

warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should

contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310.

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:

MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the lawn mower is: Designed, built and equipped so as to

conform with all applicable regulations; and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material

respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc’s application for certification.

The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two years.

Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows:

1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period

stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection

(4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period.

2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above. Any such

part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the

first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer

Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the

first scheduled replacement point for the part.

4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.

5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject

engines or equipment.

6. The lawn mower owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part,

provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.

7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted

part.

8. Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected

demand for such parts.

9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will

not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.

10. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the

ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused

by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.

WARRANTED PARTS:

The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group

Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the

direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed, and properly

operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. The following emission warranty parts list are covered: Fuel Line, Fuel Line Clamps

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 posses-

sions and territories.

“Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workman-

ship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original

purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part

found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty

shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in

accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product, and

has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident,

improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water, or damage

because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the

installation or use of any part, accessory or attachment not approved by

Troy-Bilt for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your

warranty as to any resulting damage.

Normal wear parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and

workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase.

Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such as: batteries,

belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow

thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH

PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service

dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages,

or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-

0019, or call 1-866-840-6483 or 1-330-558-7220, or log on to our

Web site at www.troybilt.com.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:

a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may

carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Refer to applicable

manufacturer’s warranty for terms and conditions.

b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one

year warranty.

c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade

sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,

deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish

due to use or exposure.

d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service

dealer.

e. Troy-Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or

exported outside of the United States, its possessions and

territories, except those sold through Troy-Bilt’s authorized

channels of export distribution.

f. Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy-Bilt parts.

g. Transportation charges and service calls.

No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of merchant-

ability of fitness for a particular purpose, applies after the applicable

period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identi-

fied. 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-Bilt shall not be liable

for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without

limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care

services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted

product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty

lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the

purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of the

product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and liability for

loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their

property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.

This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original

purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.

HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited war-

ranty 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.

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