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Troy-Bilt Big Red GT50 Operator's Manual

Troy-Bilt Big Red GT50 Operator's Manual

Pedal drive garden tractor

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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
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Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-cov-
ered, 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.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Pedal Drive Garden Tractor
Big Red GT50
(14AP80TP766)
FORM NO.
769-02401.fm
(3/16/2006)

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  • Page 1 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Operator’s Manual Pedal Drive Garden Tractor Big Red GT50 (14AP80TP766) IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-cov- ered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable...
  • Page 2 A sample model plate is also illustrated below. You can locate the model plate by looking at the underside of the tractor‘s seat. This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site and/or help from a Troy-Bilt Service Dealer. Copy the model number here:...
  • Page 3 (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 Troy- Bilt service dealer or contact Troy-Bilt at P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. California Proposition 65 Warning:...
  • Page 4 5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could manual, use care and good judgment. Contact a cause sliding. Troy-Bilt Service Dealer for assistance. 6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Doing so may cause the operator to lose control of the SLOPE OPERATION machine resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Page 5 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CHILDREN 5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. 6. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may 1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not cause loss of traction and loss of control.
  • Page 6 Troy-Bilt Service Dealer. 12. For safety protection, frequently check components 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected and replace immediately with original equipment to wear during normal operation.
  • Page 7 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 8 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-up Shipping Brace Removal Use only clean, fresh (under 30 days old), unleaded WARNING: Make sure the engine is off, set gasoline.
  • Page 9 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Attaching the Battery Cables Setting the Gauge Wheels Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing Tools Required the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height (1) 7/16"...
  • Page 10 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 5 A Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter G Ignition Switch Module B PTO (Blade Engage) Knob H Brake Pedal C Choke Control I Drive Pedal...
  • Page 11 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Throttle Control Ignition Switch Module The throttle control lever is WARNING: Never leave a running machine located on the right side of the FAST unattended. Always disengage PTO, move tractor’s dash panel.
  • Page 12 MAINTENANCE section of this manual for the proper position. battery charging procedure or have the charging system checked by an authorized Troy-Bilt Service Always set the parking brake when IMPORTANT: Dealer. leaving the tractor unattended.
  • Page 13 If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not are around. Stop the tractor immediately if operate the tractor. Contact a Troy-Bilt service dealer. someone enters the area. • The safety interlock system prevents the engine...
  • Page 14 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Starting the Engine Driving The Tractor WARNING: WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the Avoid sudden starts, ex- interlock system is malfunctioning. This cessive speed and sudden stops. system was designed for your safety and protection.
  • Page 15 This tractor is equipped with one of Troy-Bilt’s quality the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete cutting decks. The following information will be helpful stop.
  • Page 16 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: 7. Retighten the two lock nuts against the inner hex Never attempt to make any nuts when proper adjustment is achieved. adjustments while the engine is running, Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a Leveling the Deck...
  • Page 17 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Steering Adjustment If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or applied, the brake is in need of adjustment.
  • Page 18 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR WARNING: Spark Plugs Before performing maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set • Clean the spark plugs and reset the gap once a parking brake, stop engine and remove key to season.
  • Page 19 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 8: SERVICE WARNING: • Use a wrench to remove the hex flange nut that Before servicing, repairing, or secures the blade to the spindle assembly. See inspecting, always disengage PTO, set Figure 14.
  • Page 20 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 When replacing the blade, be sure to • Allow the tractor’s engine to run for 15 minutes IMPORTANT: install the blade with the side of the blade marked before shutting it off to allow the alternator time to ‘‘Bottom’’...
  • Page 21 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) • Insert a 3/8”-drive ratchet wrench (set to tighten) out from underneath the tractor. into the square hole found in the idler bracket on the left side of the deck’s surface.
  • Page 22 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: To empty the system, run the engine until the tank MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR on page 18 of this and system are empty.
  • Page 23 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 10: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES See your dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability. ATTACHMENTS OEM-190-964 Rear Tire Chain Set OEM-190-032 42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower OEM-190-833...
  • Page 24 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO (Blade Engage) knob engaged. Place PTO (Blade Engage) knob in disengaged (OFF) position. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake.
  • Page 25 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 12: ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR MODEL GT50 REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 710-0227 Screw, #8-18, 0.500 710-0599 Screw, Hex, 1/4-20, 0.500 726-0205 Clamp 710-0654A Screw, Hex, 3/8-16 x 1.00 751-10161 Muffler, Dual Inlet 725-0157...
  • Page 26 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 27 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-1260A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x.75 712-04065 Nut, Flange Lock, 3/8-16 783-0726E RH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0727D LH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0728 Pivot Bar Bracket 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 711-1408...
  • Page 28 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 29 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 736-0607 Wash, Lock, 5/16 731-1993A Cover w/ Cup Holder 683-04079 Lift Shaft Assembly 736-3078 Flat Washer,.349 x 1.0 x.063 710-0227 Screw, AB #8-18 x.500 783-0677B Lift Adjustment Bracket...
  • Page 30 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 31 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 Ref.No. Part No. Description 783-04467 Up Stop Deck Bracket 783-04419B Clutch Bracket 783-04329A Seat Frame Bracket 717-04174 Electric Clutch 710-3011 Hex Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.25 738-04058 Spacer, Shldr,.38 x 1.0 x.70 710-0726 AB Screw, 5/16-12 x.75...
  • Page 32 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 33 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 731-1857 Control Knob 710-04593 Screw TT, 5/16-18 x.375 736-0270 Bell Washer.265 x.75 x.062 710-04599 Screw #8-18 x.500 747-1196 Lever Rod 710-0599 Screw TT, 1/4-20 x.500 783-04285D...
  • Page 34 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 35 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 REF. PART REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NUMBER DESCRIPTION 647-0031B Control Assembly, Brake 753-05002 Transmission Assembly, 2-Speed 656-04015 Pulley Assembly, Variable Speed 647-0032A Control Assembly, Speed 647-04023 Rod Assembly, Shift, 2-Speed 683-0266 Pedal Assembly, Control...
  • Page 36 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 37 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 618-0225 Reverse Collar Assembly 618-0226 Hi-Lo Collar Assembly 918-04156 Shift Fork Assembly 910-0642 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x.75 718-04053 Shift Cover 936-0227 Flat Washer 710-3119 Lock bolt 3/8-16 x 0.75 741-0681...
  • Page 38 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 39 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT50 REF. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 16606 Hook, Retainer 618-04126 Spindle Assembly 683-0254B Hanger Bracket Assembly 683-04239 Idler Bracket 683-04109B Deck Assembly, 50-inch 703-3279 Deflector Chute Stop 710-0347 Screw, 3/8-16, 1.75 710-3103 Screw, 5/16-18 x 2.00...
  • Page 40 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
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  • Page 42 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES www.mymowerparts.com www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 43 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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.
  • Page 44 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United or exported outside of the United States, its posses- States, its possessions and territories.