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Troy-Bilt Wide-Cut 753B Operator's Manual

33" combination mower
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Operator's Manual
TM
Wide-Cut
33"
Combination Mower
Models 753B
F753B
(fuel tank styles vary by engine model)
IMPORTANT:READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-cov-
ered 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 by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131, CLEVELAND, OH 44136-0019
PRINTED IN USA
FORM NO. 770-10602F
(12/2003)

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  • Page 1 (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 by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    You can locate the model number by looking at the rear surface of the mower frame. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 www.troybilt.com...

  • Page 3: Safety

    Section Safety WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc- tive harm. This cutting 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.
  • Page 4 Section 1: Safety 15. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. 16. Disengage the Wheel Drive Lever on self-propelled models before starting the engine. 17.

  • Page 5: Safety Decals

    10. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servic- ing them. 11. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. 12. Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from operation.

  • Page 6: Assembly

    Section Assembly WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not attempt to start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety, controls and operating instructions in this manual. INTRODUCTION Please carefully follow these assembly steps to properly prepare your machine for use.
  • Page 7 STEP 3 ATTACHING THE BATTERY CABLES (MODEL F753B) The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–). The mower is shipped with the positive (Red) cable secured to the positive ter- minal (+) on the battery. Attach the ground (Black) cable to the negative ter- minal (–) on the battery, as follows: 1.
  • Page 8 Section 2: Assembly Figure 2-4A: Attach wheel drive control rod to lever. 1. Remove the vinyl grip (B, Figure 2-6) from the gear select lever (I). Place the wood edge against the edge of the grip and slowly pull off the grip. 2.
  • Page 9 9. When shift arm (X) is in neutral posi- tion, rotate shift link (P) toward end of gear select lever rod (I). Adjust length of shift link (P) as necessary to fit into hole in bottom of gear select lever (I). NOTE: Pin (K) on Gear Select Lever (I) must be held in the neutral position detent on the shift quadrant (see Figure...

  • Page 10: Features And Controls

    Section Features and Controls WARNING Before operating mower, be sure to read all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual and on decals located on machine. Severe personal injury or property damage could result if this instruction is not followed. IMPORTANT: MOWER EQUIPPED WITH A BLADE-BRAKE-...
  • Page 11 Section 3: Features and Controls Operating Symbols Various symbols are used on the mower to indicate control settings (your model may not have all of the symbols). These symbols are shown below with a description of their meaning. FAST SLOW CHOKE Gear Select Lever Use this lever (C, Figure 3-1) to select...
  • Page 12 Section 3: Features and Controls Engine Throttle Control This lever (G, Figure 3-6) is used to adjust engine speeds and, on non- Electric Start models, to stop the engine. Always run engine at fast speed setting for best mower performance. The throt- tle settings are shown below.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Section Operation WARNING Before operating mower, be sure to read all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual and on decals located on machine. Severe personal injury or property damage could result if this instruction is not followed. BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1.
  • Page 14 Section 4: Operation 3. Test Blade-Brake-Clutch Control System The mower is equipped with a blade- brake-clutch which is designed to stop the mower blades within three (3) seconds after release of the Operator Presence Control or the Blade Drive Control. Never tamper with, or attempt to defeat the purpose of this safety device.
  • Page 15 4. To start engine using recoil starter: A. Stand on left side (as viewed from behind handlebars) of machine. Be sure your feet are safely away from the underside of the mower deck and all mower controls are released. Place one foot on top of tire. B.
  • Page 16 Section 4: Operation C. Put the Gear Select Lever (C, Figure 4-2) in R (reverse) setting by first moving lever to N (neutral). Then pull lever up, turn it to R position, and release lever. D. To start the wheels, slowly squeeze Wheel Drive Control (D, Figure 4-2).
  • Page 17 BLADE BRAKE CONTROL TEST When the Operator Presence Control is released during operation of the mower, the engine does not stop, but the blades should stop within three (3) seconds. The following test provides a visual test of whether the Blade Brake Control System is functioning.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Section Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. Carefully read this Section on mower and engine maintenance and service.
  • Page 19 WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. ENGINE CLEANING •...
  • Page 20 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. ENGINE STORAGE If engine will be unused for 30 days or more, prepare it for storage by following...

  • Page 21: Blade Drive Belt Replacement

    WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to remove and re-...
  • Page 22 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. BLADE BRAKE REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to install a new blade brake.

  • Page 23: Wheel Drive Belt Adjustment

    WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Follow this procedure to replace the...
  • Page 24 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. Figure 5-12: Wheel drive belt adjustment.
  • Page 25 WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. Figure 5-15: Transmission neutral (N) adjustment.
  • Page 26 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. BATTERY MAINTENANCE DANGER Use extreme caution when working on...

  • Page 27: Off-Season Storage

    WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. LUBRICATION Oil and grease the mower according to the recommendations listed in the...

  • Page 28: Maintenance Chart

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. ATTENTION! This chart describes service guidelines only.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key (electric start models). Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. ATTENTION! This table describes service guidelines only.
  • Page 30 NOTES...
  • Page 31 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Troy-Bilt” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing...

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