Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product E666M-Pony Troy-Bilt
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Operator ’ s Manual Rear-tine T iller Model 664D—Pony ® E666M—Pony ® Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-c.
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manu al is an important part of your new rear-tine tiller. It will help yo u assemble, prepar e and maintain the unit for best performance.
Safety 1 Section 3 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer , birth defects or other reproductive harm. W AR NING This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 – 1996, w hich is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc.
4 Section 1: Safety 7. Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Stop the engine. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug. Move Wheel Gear Lever to ENGAGE. 8.
Section 1: Safety 5 4. To reduce the chances of a fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. 5. Store gasoline in a cool, well-venti- lated area, safely away from any spark- or flame-producing equipment. Store gasoline in an approved container, safely away from the reach of children.
Assembly 2 Section 6 INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps to correctly prepare your tiller for use. It is recommended that you read this Section in its entirety before beginning assembly. INSPECT UNIT Inspect the unit and carton for damage immediately after delivery.
Section 2: Assembly 7 4. With the forward clutch cable (N, Figure 2-4) on the inside of handlebar, position the handlebar ends on the outside of the two mounting tabs (M, Figure 2-3) on the transmission top cover. NOTE: The curved handlebar height adjustment bracket appears as shown in C, Figure 2-3 for non-electric start units.
4. Check for correct spring/cable tension as instructed in Section 5, Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension . 5. When tension is correct, tighten the two jam nuts (B) securely. STEP 5: CHECK TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL LEVEL The transmission was filled with gear oil at the factory.
Features and Controls 3 Section 9 Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury.
10 Section 3: Features and Controls REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL The Reverse Clutch Control (C, Figure 3-1) controls the engagement of reverse drive to the wheels and tines. The revers- ing feature is used for maneuvering the tiller only – never engage the tines in the ground while going in the reverse direction.
Operation 4 Section 11 Figure 4-1: Location of main tiller controls. INTRODUCTION Read this Section of the manual thor- oughly before you start the engine. Then, take the time to familiarize yourself with the basic operation of the tiller before using it in the garden.
12 Section 4: Operation ST ARTING THE ENGINE The following steps describe how to start and stop the engine. Do not attempt to engage the tines or wheels until you have read all of the operating instruc- tions in this Section.
Section 4: Operation 13 (b) As the tiller moves forward, relax and let the wheels pull the unit along while the tines dig. Walk behind and a little to one side of the tiller. Use a light but secure grip with one hand on the handlebars, but keep your arm loose.
14 Section 4: Operation T illing Tips & T echniques Let the tiller do the work • While tilling, relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along while the tines do the digging. Walk on the side that is not yet finished (to avoid making foot- prints in the freshly tilled soil) and lightly, but securely grip the handlebar with just one hand.
Section 4: Operation 15 T illing Tips & T echniques Clearing the tines The tines have a self-clearing action which eliminates most tangling of debris in the tines. However, occasionally dry grass, stringy stalks or tough vines may become tangled. Follow these proce- dures to help avoid tangling and to clean the tines, if necessary.
16 Section 4: Operation POWER COMPOSTING Power composting simply means tilling under and burying in the soil all manner of organic matter such as crop residues, leaves, grass clippings and cover crops. This material will decompose during the non-growing season and add important natural nutrients to the soil.
Maintenance 5 Section 17 TILLER LUBRICA TION Proper lubrication of the tiller is an essen- tial part of your maintenance program. After every 10 operating hours, oil or grease the lubrication points shown in Figure 5-1 as described below.
18 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
Section 5: Maintenance 19 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
20 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
Section 5: Maintenance 21 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
22 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
Section 5: Maintenance 23 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
24 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
Section 5: Maintenance 25 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
26 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
Section 5: Maintenance 27 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.
TROY -BIL T TILLER LIFETIME LIMITED W ARRANTY WHAT PRODUCT All Troy-Bilt branded rear tine walk-behind tillers with gear drive transmissions. IS COVERED This warranty begins on the date of purchase and is warranted by Troy-Bilt LLC for the life of the tiller, to the original purchaser only.
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