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Operator's Manual
TM
Wide-Cut
33"
Combination Mower
Models 754B
F754B
(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. 770-10602G
(12/2004)
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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: Table Of Contents
For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Copy Model Number Here Copy Serial Number Here TROY-BILT LLC P. O. BOX 3 6 1 1 3 1 www.troybilt.com CLEVELAND, OH 44136... -
Page 3: Safety
Section Safety Safety Alert Symbol WARNING: This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this Owner’s Manual to alert you to potential The engine exhaust from this product contains hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the chemicals known to the State of California safety message that follows it. - Page 4 Section 1: Safety 15. Never operate mower in wet grass. II. SLOPE OPERATION IV. SERVICE Always be sure of your footing; keep Slopes are a major factor related to 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline a firm hold on the handle and walk; slip and fall accidents which can result and other fuels.
- Page 5 Section 1: Safety 13. To access the underside of the b) The battery contains toxic mate- mower, tip the mower rearward. Do rials. Do not damage the battery not tip the mower forward or on ei- case. If the case is broken or ther of its sides, unless specifically damaged, avoid contact with the advised to do so in this manual.
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Page 6: Assembly
Section Assembly ASSEMBLY STEPS WARNING STEP 1: Unpacking Mower To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not attempt to start the NOTE: LEFT and RIGHT sides of the unit engine until all assembly steps are are as viewed from the operator’s posi- complete and you have read and tion behind the handlebars. - Page 7 Section 2: Assembly STEP 3 ATTACHING THE BATTERY STEP 4: Attach Control Rods WARNING CABLES (MODEL F754B) A. Attach Wheel Drive Control Rod Control rods are adjusted at the fac- The positive battery terminal is marked 1. Locate the wheel drive control rod (F, tory and should not require additional Pos.
- 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 Section 2: Assembly 9. When shift arm (X) is in neutral posi- STEP 6: Check Motor Oil Level WARNING tion, rotate shift link (P) toward end of 1. Move mower to a level area. Press gear select lever rod (I). Adjust length Do not use the mower if the wheels and hold Operator Presence Control of shift link (P) as necessary to fit into...
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Page 10: Features And Controls
Section Features and Controls MOWER FEATURES AND the lever will also disengage the Blade WARNING Drive Control, which will apply a brake CONTROLS Before operating mower, be sure to that stops the blades within three (3) read all safety, controls and operating seconds. - 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. ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW...
- Page 12 Section 3: Features and Controls Engine Throttle Control H – IGNITION/STARTER This lever (G, Figure 3-6) is used to SWITCH G – THROTTLE CONTROL adjust engine speeds and, on non- Electric Start models, to stop the engine. Always run engine at fast speed setting for best mower performance.
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Page 13: Operation
Section Operation 9. Check the air pressure in the rear clean unleaded gasoline with a mini- WARNING tires (15-20 PSI). Keep tires inflated mum octane rating of 77. Leave 1/2" Before operating mower, be sure to equally. of space for fuel expansion. Do not read all safety, controls and operating mix oil with gasoline. - Page 14 Section 4: Operation 3. Test Blade-Brake-Clutch STARTING AND STOPPING Control System THE ENGINE The mower is equipped with a blade- brake-clutch which is designed to stop DANGER the mower blades within three (3) Do not operate the engine in an seconds after release of the Operator enclosed area.
- Page 15 Section 4: Operation 4. To start engine using recoil starter: 3. Move Throttle Control all the way the mower, put lever in No. 1 setting. down to stop position (Non-electric Start Select forward speeds according to A. Stand on left side (as viewed from Models Only) or turn ignition key (elec- mowing conditions and terrain.
- Page 16 Section 4: Operation C. Put the Gear Select Lever (C, Figure Mow When WARNING 4-2) in R (reverse) setting by first Lawn Is Dry moving lever to N (neutral). Then To avoid injury or property damage: pull lever up, turn it to R position, •...
- Page 17 Section 4: Operation BLADE BRAKE CONTROL TEST 3. Start the engine. When the Operator Presence Control 4. Press the Operator Presence Control is released during operation of the down against the handlebar grip and push the Blade Drive Control fully for- mower, the engine does not stop, but the blades should stop within three (3) ward until it stays in the engaged posi-...
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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 Maintenance Chart. - Page 19 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 CLEANING WARNING •...
- 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 The belt cover must be removed to per- 5.
- Page 21 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 DRIVE BELT Blade Drive Disengaged REPLACEMENT...
- 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 Adjust idler in direction Follow this procedure to install a new...
- Page 23 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. 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. 2.
- Page 25 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. Replace if separation begins to form.
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Page 26: Off-Season Storage
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 Failure to use this procedure could Battery Storage... -
Page 27: Lubrications
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. LUBRICATION OFF-SEASON STORAGE •... - Page 28 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.
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
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 table describes service guidelines only. -
Page 30: Parts List
Section Parts List HANDLEBAR AND CONSOLE ASSEMBLY... - Page 31 Models 754B, F754B HANDLEBAR AND CONSOLE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty. 1186393 Flange Locknut, 3/8-16......736-3019 Flat Washer, 1/2 ........736-0275 Flat Washer, 5/16 ........777S32064 Warning Decal (A) ......... 1186389 Flange Locknut, 1/4-20......777S32233 Warning Decal (B) ......... 1702646 Flat Washer, 1/2 ........
- Page 32 Wide-Cut Combination Mower 8 (CAP ONLY) TORQUE TO 40 FT. LBS. LOCTITE IN PLACE 90 (RIGHT REAR ONLY) 41 23 REQUIRED DRIVE ASSEMBLY...
- Page 33 Models 754B, F754B DRIVE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty. Engine, Electric Start ......736-0463 Flat Washer, 1/4 ........Engine, Recoil Start........ 710-0412 Screw, 1/4-28 x 3/4........ 1769904 Engine Pulley ......... 712-3027 Flange Locknut, 1/4-20......736-0171 Lock Washer, 7/16 ......... 712-0375 Locknut, 3/8-16........
- Page 34 Wide-Cut Combination Mower SEE PAGES 8 AND 9 FOR MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY BREAKDOWN. FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY...
- Page 35 Models 754B, F754B ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM – MODEL F754B ONLY Key Switch Alternator Fuse Red / White Yellow Magneto Solenoid Battery Post Coil FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty. 1916897 Pivot............1100352 Cotter Pin ..........GW-20546 Washer...........
- Page 36 Wide-Cut Combination Mower LOCTITE INTO PLACE LOCTITE INTO PLACE TORQUE TO TORQUE TO 35 FT. LBS. 35 FT. LBS. TORQUE TO 15 FT. LBS. 158 (ALSO APPEARS ON PAGE 6-7) 400 LOCTITE 242, 0.02 OZ. TUBE TORQUE TO 35 FT. LBS. MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY...
- Page 37 Models 754B, F754B MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty. 1185574 Ball Bearing ..........712-3004A Locknut, 5/16-18........1746869 Spacer ............ 1723996 Pulley Spacer ......... 1915280 Mower Spindle ........777S30118 Danger Decal.......... 711-04020 Spindle Shaft ......... 736-0262 Flat Washer, 3/8 x 3/4 ......
- Page 38 Peerless Transaxle...
- Page 39 Model 915-027 TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Description Qty. Ref. Part Description Qty. TC-772113 Transaxle Cover ....... 1 TC-786026 Dowel Pin ........2 TC-772135 Transaxle Cover ....... 1 TC-792076A Washer ..........1 TC-780086A Needle Bearing ........ 2 TC-790045 Brake Lever ........1 TC-770110 Transaxle Case ........
- Page 40 Wide-Cut Combination Mower FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Description Qty. 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2.... 710-0759 Hex Flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 5/8.... 712-3004A Flange Locknut, 5/16-18......726-0205 Hose Clamp..........751B095337 Screw, K80 x 3.59 ........751B493337 Fuel Tank, 1 gal.(Incl. Fuel Cap) ..... 751-0535 Fuel Line, 12”...
- Page 41 NOTES...
- Page 42 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC Troy-Bilt LLC does not extend any warranty for products with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the sold or exported outside of the United States, its pos- United States, its possessions and territories.