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Operator's Manual
Lawn Tractor Model
®
N779—Pony
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 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
FORM NO. 769-01543
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(11/22/2004)
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- Page 1 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 FORM NO. 769-01543 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from the Customer Support Department or an authorized service dealer. Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 www.troybilt.com CLEVELAND, OH 44136... -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT 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 manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a 4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for burn. Do not touch. wheel weights or counterweights to improve 24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving stability. under low hanging tree branches, wires, door 5. - Page 5 e. Use extreme care when approaching blind e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other other sources of ignition. objects that may block your vision of a child Never fuel machine indoors. who may run into the machine. g.
- Page 6 8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or For safety protection, frequently check components other safety devices. Check their proper operation and replace immediately with original equipment regularly. manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this 9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, manual.
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Page 7: Slope Gauge
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Page 8: Tractor Set-Up
SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before IMPORTANT: starting the engine and operating the tractor. Refer to the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully. Loose Parts Attaching The Seat Packaged with this Operator’s Manual you’ll find:... -
Page 9: Shipping Brace Removal
Shipping Brace Removal Tire Pressure WARNING: WARNING: Make sure the riding mower’s Maximum tire pressure under engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set any circumstances is 30 psi. Equal tire the parking brake before removing the pressure should be maintained at all times. shipping brace The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping •... -
Page 10: Know Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR CHOKE FAST SLOW PARK BRAKE Figure 5 Speed Control Lever / Parking Brake Ignition Switch Module Clutch-brake Pedal Deck Lift Lever Shift Lever G PTO (Blade Engage) Lever Throttle Control Lever NOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position. -
Page 11: Throttle Control
Throttle Control Parking Brake CHOKE The throttle control lever is To set the parking brake, fully depress the clutch-brake located on the right side of pedal. Move the speed control lever all the way down FAST the tractor’s dash panel. This and into the parking brake position. - Page 12 Deck Lift Lever Ignition Switch Module Found on your tractor’s right fender, WARNING: Never leave a running machine the deck lift lever is used to change unattended. Always disengage PTO, move the height of the cutting deck. To use, shift lever into neutral position, set parking move the lever to the left, then place brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent in the notch best suited for your...
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Page 13: Operating Your Lawn Tractor
ON while should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. activated. See Figure 8. Contact an authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer. 4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can • The safety interlock system prevents the engine... -
Page 14: Stopping The Engine
Do NOT hold the key in the START IMPORTANT: position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing so WARNING may cause damage to your engine’s electric starter. • After the engine starts, deactivate the choke control AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH and place the throttle control in the FAST position. -
Page 15: Driving On Slopes
Driving On Slopes • Release the parking brake by depressing the clutch-brake pedal and positioning the speed Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 7 to help determine control lever in desired position. slopes where you may operate the tractor safely. First-time operators should use speed IMPORTANT: WARNING:... - Page 16 Mowing • Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather. WARNING: • Mowing should always be done with the engine at To help avoid blade contact or full throttle. a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, •...
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Page 17: Making Adjustments
SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: • Retighten the jam nut loosened earlier after proper Never attempt to make any adjustment is achieved. adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s Side to Side manual. If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. - Page 18 Parking Brake Adjustment Seat Adjustment To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two knobs WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the on the bottom of the seat. See Figure 12. Slide the seat brakes while the engine is running. Always forward or backward as desired.
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Page 19: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor
SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: • Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable Before performing container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz. maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, • Service the oil filter (if so equipped) as instructed move shift lever into neutral position, set in the separate Briggs &... - Page 20 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. The use of a pressure washer to clean IMPORTANT: your tractor is NOT recommended.
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Page 21: Service
SECTION 8: SERVICE Cutting Deck Removal Idler Bracket To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows: • Place the PTO (Blade Engage) lever in the disengaged (OFF) position. • Engage the parking brake. • Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender. -
Page 22: Cutting Blades
Battery Cleaning Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid washing with a baking soda and water solution. If levels cannot be checked. necessary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire •... - Page 23 25° to 30° angle. See Figure 18. special tools (i.e. air/impact wrench) in order to change Blade Separation the tractor’s drive belts. See an authorized Troy-Bilt Service Dealer to have your drive belts replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual.
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Page 24: Changing The Deck Belt
Changing the Deck Belt • Remove the belt keeper rod from around the engine pulley. • Insert a 3/8”-drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, into the square hole found in the idler bracket on remove ignition key, disconnect the spark the left side of the deck’s surface. -
Page 25: Off Season Storage
SECTION 10: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for 700-Series Lawn Tractors. See the retailer from which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Troy-Bilt Service Dealer or phone 1-866-840-6483 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. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO engaged. Place PTO lever in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s). Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle control in CHOKE position. - Page 27 NOTES...
- Page 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exposure. United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by...