Troy-Bilt 13A726JD066, Operator'S Manual

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Assembly & Set-Up
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Note: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Riding mower features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all riding mower
models and the riding mower depicted may differ from yours.
Note: All references in this manual to the left or right side and front or back of the riding mower are from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified.
Note: Some components may come already assembled. If they are already assembled, skip ahead to the next step.
Thank you for purchasing this product. It was carefully engineered to provide
excellent performance when properly operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you
how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine. Please be
sure that you, and any other persons who will operate the machine, carefully
follow the recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
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available at the time. Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with
the machine, its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator’s
Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models.
Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may
not be applicable to all models. We reserve the right to change product
specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring
obligation.
If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of
the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine
manufacturer’s web site.
If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone your
local authorized service dealer or contact us directly. We want to ensure your
complete satisfaction at all times.
Throughout this manual, all references to
right and left side of the machine are
observed from the operating position.
Thank You
Contents of Hardware Pack
Before beginning installation, remove all the
contents from the crate and all the hardware
from the pack to make sure everything is present.
Hardware is listed below.
•
Hitch Plate
• Seat Mounting Bracket (w/ two shoulder
bolts & lock nuts installed)
Recommended Tools for Assembly
• 3/8” wrench and/or socket
• ½” wrench and/or socket
• 7/16” wrench and/or socket
• 9/16” wrench and/or socket
• Phillips screw driver
• 1/4” drive ratchet
Manually Moving the Tractor
On 6-Speed units, shift the shift lever into
NEUTRAL. On Hydro units, use the transmission
bypass rod and proceed with Step 1.
Contents of Crate
• Riding Mower (1) • Operator’s Manual (1) • Engine Operator’s Manual (1)
• Steering Wheel/Shaft Assembly (1) • Rear Hitch Plate (1) • Seat Assembly (1)
• Rear Engine Cover (1) † • Oil Drain Sleeve (1) • Oil Siphon (1) †
• Steering Pedestal Cap (1) • Discharge Chute Assembly (1) • Mulch Plug (1) †
• Front Bumper (1) † • Hardware Pack (1) • Product Registration Card (1)
† — If Equipped
1. Engage the transmission bypass rod to move
the tractor manually without starting it. The
transmission bypass rod is located on the inside
of the right tire near the rear of the tractor.
Engage the bypass rod by pulling out and
down. See Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1
Note: If the tractor will not move or does not
move freely when pushing check if the bypass
lever is fully open or the brake is engaged.
Note: The transmission will NOT engage
when the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled
out. Return the rod to its normal position
prior to operating the tractor. If the tractor
will not move when pushing on the forward/
reverse pedals, or moves slowly, check to see
of the bypass valve is on.
CAUTION
Never tow your tractor. Towing the tractor with the rear
wheels on the ground may cause severe damage to the
transmission.
2. Disengage the bypass rod by lifting up
and allowing the rod to move back in after
moving the tractor. See Figure 2-1.
Installing the Steering Wheel Assembly
If the steering wheel assembly for your riding
mower did not come already installed, follow the
steps below:
3.
Slide the pedestal cap (a) onto the steering
shaft (b) so that when the steering shaft (b) is
installed on the riding mower, the pedestal
cap (a) will be upright as shown in Figure 2-2.
(b)
(a)
(a)
(b)
Figure 2-2
4. Remove the shoulder bolt and lock nut from
the steering shaft and retain for later steps.
5. With the steering wheel assembly upright
and positioned over the lower steering shaft
on the riding mower, align the steering
wheel so that with the riding mower wheels
straight, the large opening on the steering
wheel is facing forward.
(a)