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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-
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 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
Operator's Manual
Rear-tine Tiller Model
664D—Pony
E666M—Pony
FROM NO. 770-10597B
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(9/2003)
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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.
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Page 2: Customer Support
Choose from the options below: Visit troy-bilt.com for many useful suggestions. Click on Customer Support button and you will get the four options reproduced here. Click on the appropriate button and help is immediately available. - Page 3 Section Safety This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 – 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National Standards Institute. Safety Alert Symbol This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on the unit to alert you to potential WARNING hazards.
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Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
Section 1: Safety 7. Take all possible precautions when b. Use shallower depth regulator set- 25. The battery on electric start model tillers leaving the machine unattended. Stop the tings, working gradually deeper contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with engine. Remove ignition key on electric with each pass. - Page 5 Section 1: Safety 4. To reduce the chances of a fire DECALS hazard, keep the engine free of grass, For your safety and the safety of others, leaves, or excessive grease. replacements if any decals are damaged or various safety message decals are on your missing.
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Page 6: Inspect Unit
Section Assembly HARDWARE BAG PARTS LIST WARNING Fig. To prevent personal injury or property Ref. Qty. Description damage, do not start the engine until all 3/8-16 x 1" Hex Hd. Screw assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and Keyed Washer operating instructions in this Manual. -
Page 7: Step 3: Attach Reverse Clutch Control Cable
Section 2: Assembly 4. With the forward clutch cable (N, STEP 4: ATTACH FORWARD Figure 2-4) on the inside of handlebar, CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE ➥ position the handlebar ends on the 1. Remove any fasteners (rubber bands, outside of the two mounting tabs (M, tape, etc.) that may secure the Forward Figure 2-3) on the transmission top Clutch Control levers (J, Figure 2-7) to the... -
Page 8: Step 5: Check Transmission Gear Oil Level
Section 2: Assembly CAUTION Incorrect cable adjustment could cause the wheels and tines to rotate unexpect- edly. Follow adjustment procedures carefully. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage. 4. Check for correct spring/cable tension as instructed in Section 5, Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension. -
Page 9: Features And Controls
Section Features and Controls WARNING Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury. -
Page 10: Handlebar Height Adjustment
Section 3: Features and Controls REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL setting and insert the raised keys on the keyed washer into the slot. Tighten the The Reverse Clutch Control (C, Figure height adjustment screw securely. 3-1) controls the engagement of reverse drive to the wheels and tines. The revers- 5. -
Page 11: Break-In Operation
Section Operation Reverse Clutch Control Forward Clutch Wheel Gear Lever Control Lever Handlebar Height Adjustment Screw Forward Clutch WARNING Control Lever Before operating your machine, care- Depth Regulator Lever fully read and understand all safety (Section 1), controls (Section 3) and operating instructions (Section 4) in this Manual, in the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on... -
Page 12: Starting The Engine
Section 4: Operation STARTING THE ENGINE (b) When the engine starts, release the OPERATING THE TILLER key and it will return to the “RUN” The following steps describe how to start The following pages provide guidelines to setting. and stop the engine. Do not attempt to using your tiller effectively and safely in engage the tines or wheels until you (c) Gradually move choke lever (on... - Page 13 Section 4: Operation WARNING Before tilling, contact your telephone or utilities company and inquire if underground equipment or lines are used in your area. Their representative will be glad to answer your questions and tell you if any of their equipment or lines are buried underground on your property.
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Page 14: Tilling Tips
Section 4: Operation & Tilling Tips Techniques Let the tiller do the work Avoid tilling soggy, wet soil • If the garden size will not permit lengthwise and then crosswise tilling, • While tilling, relax and let the wheels Tilling wet soil often results in large, then overlap the first passes by one- pull the tiller along while the tines do hard clumps of soil that can interfere... - Page 15 Section 4: Operation & Tilling Tips Techniques Clearing the tines Tilling on slopes • Terraces should be only 2-to-3 feet wide. Digging too far into the side of If you must garden on a moderate The tines have a self-clearing action the slope will expose poor subsoil that slope, please follow two very important which eliminates most tangling of debris...
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Page 16: Power Composting
Section 4: Operation POWER COMPOSTING After tilling under crop residues, add • Ramps must be strong enough to more organic matter such as leaves, support the combined weight of the tiller Power composting simply means tilling grass clippings and even kitchen scraps. and any handlers. -
Page 17: Maintenance Schedule
Section Maintenance TILLER LUBRICATION CHECK HARDWARE WARNING At least every 10 operating hours, check Before inspecting, cleaning the unit for loose or missing hardware servicing the machine, shut off engine, (screws, bolts, nuts, hairpin cotters, etc.). wait for all moving parts to come to a Loose or missing hardware can lead to complete stop, disconnect spark plug equipment failure, poor performance or... -
Page 18: Check For Oil Leaks
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 19: Spark Arrester Screen Service
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 20: Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 21: Checking And Adjusting Tension On Clutch Belts
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. - Page 22 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
- Page 23 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
- Page 24 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
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Page 25: Battery Maintenance
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 27: Tiller Attachments
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to WARNING come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. - Page 28 The provisions set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Troy-Bilt LLC shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damage or expense of any kind, including but not limited to cost of equipment rental, loss of profits, or costs of hiring services to perform tasks normally performed by the equipment.