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Bolens 13AN683G163 Operator's Manual

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SINCE-1850
Operator's Manual
Transmatic
Lawn Tractor
Models 660 - 688
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 attester 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
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 769-00565
(11/2002)

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  • Page 1 SINCE-1850 Operator's Manual Transmatic Lawn Tractor Models 660 - 688 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 attester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Copy the model number here: O. BOX 361131 Copy the serial number here: TROY_BILT CLEVELAND, OH44136 www.bolens.com 330-558-7220 • 866-840-6483 ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION P RACTICES 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 23. Muffler a ndengine become hotandcancause a Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed burn.Donottouch. setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Tires may lose traction on slopes 24. Check overhead c learances carefully b efore driving even though the brakes are functioning properly.
  • Page 5 c. Before andwhilebacking, lookbehind and When practical, remove gas-powered down forsmall c hildren. equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel d. Never c arry children, e venwiththeblade(s) it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a shutoff.Theymayfalloffandbeseriously injured or interfere w ithsafemachine portable container, rather than from a...
  • Page 6 Replace t heblade(s) w iththeoriginal e quipment 11.Grass catcher c omponents andthedischarge manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only,listedinthis cover a resubject towearanddamage which could manual. "Use ofparts whichdonotmeetthe expose moving partsorallowobjects tobethrown. original e quipment specifications mayleadto Forsafety protection, frequently c heck components improper performance andcompromise safety!"...

  • Page 7: Slope Gauge

    • '4 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE '.,I A CORNER OF A BUILDING 15 ° WARN,.G Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.

  • Page 8: Tractor Set-Up

    SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP IMPORTANT:Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before starting the engine and operating. Refer to the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Tecumseh eng ne s Owner s Manua ) packed w th your tractor. Read nstruct ons carefu y. Attaching TheSteering Wheel NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the unit...
  • Page 9 Attaching TheSeat Standard Adjustment Seat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available: • Standard Adjustment • Quick Adjustment & Hex Screw_ • Knob Adjustment Shoulder Refer to Figure 3, Figure 4 and Figure 5 to identify oS:r::s which your tractor's seat style and follow applicable instructionsbelow.
  • Page 10 WARNING: The shipping brace, used for GasandOilFill-up packaging purposes only, must be removed The gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a and discarded before operating your riding capacity of either two or three gallons. Do not overfill. mower.

  • Page 11: Know Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWNTRACTOR DDDDD NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity 1" If so equipped Figure 8 Clutch-brake Pedal Ignition Switch Shift Lever Choke Control1- Throttle Control Lever Speed Control Lever/Parking Brake Deck Engagement/Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever1- IgnitionSwitch STOP The ignition switch is located on the right side of the...
  • Page 12 Choke Control To release the parking brake, depress the clutch-brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the On some models, moving the notches to the desired position. Release the speed throttle lever all the way forward control lever and the clutch-brake pedal. activates the engine's choke control.

  • Page 13: Operating Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 5: OPERATING THELAWNTRACTOR Starting the Engine WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY ORDEATH interlock system malfunctioning. This WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. system was designed for your safety and AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. protection.
  • Page 14 Operating TheLawnTractor • Restart engine. • Place speed control lever in high speed position. • Release clutch-brake pedal fully. • Depress clutch-brake pedal. before and while backing up to avoid a back- WARNING: Always look down and behind • Place speed control lever in desired position. over accident.
  • Page 15 • For best results it is recommended that the first two Always position the throttle control lever in the laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the FAST (rabbit) position and allow it to remain there center. After the first two laps, reverse the direction while mowing.

  • Page 16: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS adjustments while engine is running, WARNING: Never attempt to make any Hex Screws except where specified in the operator's manual. wire(s) and ground against the engine before WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug performing adjustments, repairs maintenance. Standard Adjustment Seat To adjust the position of the seat, loosen the two hex screws on the bottom of the seat.
  • Page 17 • Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the from the discharge opening of the cutting WARNING: Keep hands and feet away ground. The first measurement taken should be deck.
  • Page 18 Remove the hairpin clip which secures the ParkingBrakeAdjustment disengagement rod to the stabilizer shaft assembly. See Figure 16. WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral • position, stop engine and remove key to Stabilizer Shaft...
  • Page 19 • Remove t heshiftcoverpanel a ndlocate thespeed • Reassemble the shift cover panel, start the tractor's control rod.SeeFigure 18. engine and test the full range of speeds. IMPORTANT: If the above adjustment did not result in NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a the tractor obtaining the full range of speeds, see an spring switch on the underside of the shift cover paneL authorized service dealer to have the variable speed...

  • Page 20: Service

    Twoturnsatatime,thread theadjustment ferrule • Make certain the steering wheel is in position for toward theright, f ronttiretolengthen t hetierod.Or, straight-ahead travel before again taking thread theadjustment ferrule away fromtheright, measurements. Continue to repeat the steps above fronttiretoshorten thetierod. until a proper adjustment is achieved. •...
  • Page 21 Unscrew theoilfill capandremove thedipstick recommended at the start of each mowing season. fromtheoilfilltube. S eeFigure Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual (or Tecumseh engine's Owner's Manual) for correct plug type and gap specifications. Lubrication WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage...

  • Page 22: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 8: SERVICE ground against engine before WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire performing adjustments, repairs Hook maintenance. Cutting DeckRemoval WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting deck.
  • Page 23 Remove the hairpin clips which secure the rear The blades may be removed as follows. deck hangers to the deck stabilizer bracket. See • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Figure 27. Retain the hairpin clips. Cutting DeckRemoval on page 22) then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside.
  • Page 24 is important that each cutting blade edge be ground IMPORTANT: Never jump your tractor's dead battery equally to maintain proper blade balance. A poorly with the battery of a running vehicle. balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and may • Connect end of one jumper cable to the positive cause damage to the tractor and result in personal terminal of the good battery, then the other end to...

  • Page 25: Deck Belts

    DeckBelt (38- and 42-inch Decks) WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect Self-Tapping the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the Screws engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting deck. safety goggles to protect your eyes while WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or...
  • Page 26 DriveBelts (Upperand Lower) NOTE: The engine pulley must be removed from the engine's crankshaft in order to change the tractor's drive belts. Doing so requires an air/impact wrench. It is recommended that both belts be changed at the same time. °...

  • Page 27: Off-Season Storage

    SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON S TORAGE WARNING: Never store the machine or • Lubricate all lubrication points. Wipe the entire fuel container indoors where there is an machine with an oiled rag to protect the surfaces. • Refer to the engine manual for correct engine open flame, spark or pilot light such as on storage instructions.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Possible Trouble Corrective Action Cause(s) Engine will Safety switch There are two switches in the starting cimuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and not crank button not the deck engagement/lift lever switch. Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the buttons on each switch.
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  • Page 32: Troy_Bilt

    MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: TRD RILT ,iP'i The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC Troy-Bilt LLC does not extend any warranty for with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the products sold or exported outside of the United States, United States, its possessions and territories.

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