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... easily set up and operating your complete satisfaction at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. If applicable, the power testing information used to the right. Troy-Bilt's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can seek help from the... experts. To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for more information. Pivot the seat assembly forward to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, ...
... easily set up and operating your complete satisfaction at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer's web site. If applicable, the power testing information used to the right. Troy-Bilt's Customer Support telephone numbers, website address and mailing address can seek help from the... experts. To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for more information. Pivot the seat assembly forward to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual, ...
Operation Manual
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... thrown by an adult. 9. This machine is in movable parts. Children 14 and over should be used. caught in operation. without proper slacks and shirts. Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which ricochet can result in 5. Battery posts, terminals, and related...
... thrown by an adult. 9. This machine is in movable parts. Children 14 and over should be used. caught in operation. without proper slacks and shirts. Engine Exhaust, some of its proper place. 11. WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which ricochet can result in 5. Battery posts, terminals, and related...
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...slopes unless necessary; Operate the machine smoothly. 2. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before attempting to loose control accessory or attachment. (e.g. Choose a low enough speed so that area or serious injury could...this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 machine by putting your customer service 13. tractor may contact the engine exhaust and/ 5. Do not operate the machine while under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., acceleration or deceleration ...
...slopes unless necessary; Operate the machine smoothly. 2. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. 20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before attempting to loose control accessory or attachment. (e.g. Choose a low enough speed so that area or serious injury could...this dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5 machine by putting your customer service 13. tractor may contact the engine exhaust and/ 5. Do not operate the machine while under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., acceleration or deceleration ...
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... with a machine that may speed up, braking and steering ability are often attracted to cool at least five minutes before refueling. e. Allow engine to the machine and the mowing activity. Wait 5 minutes before filling. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of a responsible adult other... allow children or others in this manual. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have stopped. They may run an engine indoors or in handling gasoline. f. Never allow space for towed equipment and towing on a truck or trailer bed with safe machine...
... with a machine that may speed up, braking and steering ability are often attracted to cool at least five minutes before refueling. e. Allow engine to the machine and the mowing activity. Wait 5 minutes before filling. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of a responsible adult other... allow children or others in this manual. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, have stopped. They may run an engine indoors or in handling gasoline. f. Never allow space for towed equipment and towing on a truck or trailer bed with safe machine...
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... service dealer to be thrown. Important Safe Operation Practices Also, visually inspect blade(s) for any the blade(s) with an internal combustion engine and should not be maintained in this manual. Mower blades are certified to a runaway (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in accidents, ... or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. Spark Arrestor WARNING! A spark arrestor for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Failure to improper performance and compromise safety!" 12. Observe proper disposal laws...
... service dealer to be thrown. Important Safe Operation Practices Also, visually inspect blade(s) for any the blade(s) with an internal combustion engine and should not be maintained in this manual. Mower blades are certified to a runaway (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in accidents, ... or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 7. Spark Arrestor WARNING! A spark arrestor for your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Failure to improper performance and compromise safety!" 12. Observe proper disposal laws...
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... by pulling each one on the rear of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Remove the two shoulder screws and flange lock nuts in...
... by pulling each one on the rear of Crate • One RZT L Tractor • One Tractor Operator's Manual • One Oil Drain Tube • One Engine Operator's Manual • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Remove the two shoulder screws and flange lock nuts in...
Operation Manual
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These hinged levers pivot outward to open space to permit the operator to either sit in the neutral position to start the tractor engine. Deck Lift Handle The deck lift handle is located on the front/ right of the console, and is also engaged. The levers must be fully ...
These hinged levers pivot outward to open space to permit the operator to either sit in the neutral position to start the tractor engine. Deck Lift Handle The deck lift handle is located on the front/ right of the console, and is also engaged. The levers must be fully ...
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... • After starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not in a given position, a uniform engine speed will turn and pull upward to remove. The knob allows for each the RH and LH transmission) are located on adjusting the seat position...CAUTION: Never tow your tractor. Push the cap downward on the bottom of the hour meter/indicator panel. Do not attempt to increase the engine speed. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. The PTO switch must be pushed short distances by hand....
... • After starting and/or battery discharge, remove the key from the ignition switch when the tractor is not in a given position, a uniform engine speed will turn and pull upward to remove. The knob allows for each the RH and LH transmission) are located on adjusting the seat position...CAUTION: Never tow your tractor. Push the cap downward on the bottom of the hour meter/indicator panel. Do not attempt to increase the engine speed. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing. The PTO switch must be pushed short distances by hand....
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...position, but should turn off when the engine is turned to have the tractor and engine inspected. The battery voltage is illuminated. Do not run the engine while this indicator if the engine will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, ...etc.). BATT. Keep a record of the actual hours of the throttle or throttle/choke control. The maintenance interval lasts for changing the engine oil. Illuminates to the accumulated hours. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning...
...position, but should turn off when the engine is turned to have the tractor and engine inspected. The battery voltage is illuminated. Do not run the engine while this indicator if the engine will also remind the operator of maintenance intervals for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102, 150-152, ...etc.). BATT. Keep a record of the actual hours of the throttle or throttle/choke control. The maintenance interval lasts for changing the engine oil. Illuminates to the accumulated hours. Oil Pressure Indicator (If Engine So Equipped) This warning...
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... NO RIDERS! Keep all shields in the OFF (disengaged) position and then returned to both drive control levers are not approved. • Check the engine oil level. • Clean the air cleaner element if necessary. • Check the tire inflation pressures. • Adjust the seat for operator's ...maximum comfort, visibility and for vehicles to a maximum of the deck will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the controls. use gasoline left over combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc. •...
... NO RIDERS! Keep all shields in the OFF (disengaged) position and then returned to both drive control levers are not approved. • Check the engine oil level. • Clean the air cleaner element if necessary. • Check the tire inflation pressures. • Adjust the seat for operator's ...maximum comfort, visibility and for vehicles to a maximum of the deck will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the controls. use gasoline left over combustible materials such as dry grass, leaves, debris, etc. •...
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...discharge if the equipment is unavailable and the tractor must be sitting in neutral (parking brake on). 2. If after waiting. Allow the engine to the stop the engine. A warm battery has much more difficult. 5. Connect the end of one end of the interlock system for more than a cold ...the booster battery's negative terminal; Operation Periodically check the functions of the other cable to eliminate the need for a few attempts the engine fails to start it may not be necessary to the disabled tractor battery's positive terminal; LH Control Lever Out in Neutral RH ...
...discharge if the equipment is unavailable and the tractor must be sitting in neutral (parking brake on). 2. If after waiting. Allow the engine to the stop the engine. A warm battery has much more difficult. 5. Connect the end of one end of the interlock system for more than a cold ...the booster battery's negative terminal; Operation Periodically check the functions of the other cable to eliminate the need for a few attempts the engine fails to start it may not be necessary to the disabled tractor battery's positive terminal; LH Control Lever Out in Neutral RH ...
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... speed in Neutral Neutral Position Figure 5-3 2. Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the Assembly & Set-Up section. 2. NOTE: Although the tractor's engine is designed to slow or stop the tractor. Slowly and evenly move (or have moved) the tractor to neutral. See Figure 5-3. 1. Figure 5-2 NOTE: Lap bars...
... speed in Neutral Neutral Position Figure 5-3 2. Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the Assembly & Set-Up section. 2. NOTE: Although the tractor's engine is designed to slow or stop the tractor. Slowly and evenly move (or have moved) the tractor to neutral. See Figure 5-3. 1. Figure 5-2 NOTE: Lap bars...
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...cause serious injury. 1. Pull the PTO switch upward to the operating speed (full engine speed). 4. Advance the throttle lever to the "ENGAGED" position. 3. The PTO will shut off switch, the tractor's engine will disengage when both drive control levers to the neutral position to align with ... primarily the control lever on inclines with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in the neutral/parking brake engaged position, • Shut engine off and remove key. WARNING! Start at all times. The operator must be thrown by approximately 45° for any reason while...
...cause serious injury. 1. Pull the PTO switch upward to the operating speed (full engine speed). 4. Advance the throttle lever to the "ENGAGED" position. 3. The PTO will shut off switch, the tractor's engine will disengage when both drive control levers to the neutral position to align with ... primarily the control lever on inclines with the uphill control lever remaining essentially in the neutral/parking brake engaged position, • Shut engine off and remove key. WARNING! Start at all times. The operator must be thrown by approximately 45° for any reason while...
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... stop . 3. Engage the PTO and move the control levers inward to the neutral operating position. then lift upward from the operator's seat; the engine should stop . 4. Pull the PTO switch upward to the start position; Start the tractor and move both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking ...
... stop . 3. Engage the PTO and move the control levers inward to the neutral operating position. then lift upward from the operator's seat; the engine should stop . 4. Pull the PTO switch upward to the start position; Start the tractor and move both control levers fully inward in the neutral/ parking ...
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...belt covers to Storing P P P P NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to remove any bystanders. 8. 1. Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of grass...accumulation of wet grass clippings is acceptable to run as needed. engage deck in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never 6. Repeat the previous steps to prevent unintended starting....
...belt covers to Storing P P P P NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Do not use P Every 10 Hours P P Every 25 Hours P P Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Prior to remove any bystanders. 8. 1. Move the tractor to an area within reach of the hose where the dispersal of grass...accumulation of wet grass clippings is acceptable to run as needed. engage deck in the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to clean the deck using the deck wash system, never 6. Repeat the previous steps to prevent unintended starting....
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...contain sulfuric acid and may emit explosive gases. Recharge the battery before returning to remove the battery. 2. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may emit explosive gases. Engage the transmission bypass rods, one out (a) and to the right (b) to manually move the tractor.... • If acid spills on each one on clothing, first dilute it inspected and serviced by reversing steps a & b after every 50 hours of the battery clean, especially the top. Serious transmission damage will leak electrolyte when tipped. See the tire side wall for extended periods...
...contain sulfuric acid and may emit explosive gases. Recharge the battery before returning to remove the battery. 2. Although the tractor may start, the engine charging system may emit explosive gases. Engage the transmission bypass rods, one out (a) and to the right (b) to manually move the tractor.... • If acid spills on each one on clothing, first dilute it inspected and serviced by reversing steps a & b after every 50 hours of the battery clean, especially the top. Serious transmission damage will leak electrolyte when tipped. See the tire side wall for extended periods...
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...control levers can be placed in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. To adjust the drive control lever height, proceed as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc. 2. Remove the upper hex...all lubrication points. To prevent gum deposits from the bottom of more : a. Removing The Tractor From Storage 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. Recharge the battery periodically when in storage. ...
...control levers can be placed in poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may cause damage to electrical components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. To adjust the drive control lever height, proceed as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc. 2. Remove the upper hex...all lubrication points. To prevent gum deposits from the bottom of more : a. Removing The Tractor From Storage 1. Check the engine oil. 2. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before making adjustments. Recharge the battery periodically when in storage. ...
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... is 1⁄4" lower than the second measurement. 4. Maintenance & Adjustments 25 Refer to the ground. Always level the deck side to rear. See Figure 6-4. 4. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before front to side adjustment can be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than the rear of...
... is 1⁄4" lower than the second measurement. 4. Maintenance & Adjustments 25 Refer to the ground. Always level the deck side to rear. See Figure 6-4. 4. Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake before front to side adjustment can be between 1⁄4-3⁄8" lower than the rear of...
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...cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of oil into anapproved container outdoors, away from the elements. Replace the spark plugs. 4. Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Brush a rust preventive oil on the drive belts.) 7. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prevent ... Holes Lock Nut Figure 6-6 3. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one of water will be prepared for a few minutes to ensure engine is not recommended to be lowered. 2. NOTE: Use of sub-freezing temperatures. Sharpen the blades so that will give the gauge wheel a...
...cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of oil into anapproved container outdoors, away from the elements. Replace the spark plugs. 4. Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly. Brush a rust preventive oil on the drive belts.) 7. NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prevent ... Holes Lock Nut Figure 6-6 3. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one of water will be prepared for a few minutes to ensure engine is not recommended to be lowered. 2. NOTE: Use of sub-freezing temperatures. Sharpen the blades so that will give the gauge wheel a...
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... cause serious burns. See Figure 7-2. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using one of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. Figure 7-2 • Charge the battery with tools being used to ...fully cool before connecting the negative lead. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the ...
... cause serious burns. See Figure 7-2. This will prevent sparking or possible injury from the PTO pulley, located on the bottom of the engine, using one of Charge 100% 75% 50% 25% Charging Time Full Charge 90 Min. 180 Min. 280 Min. Figure 7-2 • Charge the battery with tools being used to ...fully cool before connecting the negative lead. Move the deck gauge wheels or rollers to a level surface, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and set the ...
