Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

Operator’s Manual

Hydrostatic Garden Tractor, 900 Series

WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

Printed In USA Form No. 769-08782

(January 11, 2013)
 To The Owner 1
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Lawn Tractor. It was If applicable, the power testing information used to establish
carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be
properly operated and maintained. found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site.
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and phone a authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us directly.
maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other Troy-Bilt’s Customer Support telephone numbers, website
persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.
result in personal injury or property damage. Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent machine are observed from the operating position
product information available at the time of printing. Review The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related
this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications,
its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator’s warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s
Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your
models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated machine, for more information.
in this manual may not be applicable to all models. Troy-Bilt
reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

Table of Contents
Safe Operation Practices......................................... 3 Service..................................................................... 25
Assembly & Set-Up................................................... 9 Troubleshooting..................................................... 30
Controls....................................................................12 Replacement Parts..................................................31
Operation.................................................................15 Attachments & Accessories................................... 33
Maintenance & Adjustment..................................19 Warranty...................................................Back Cover

Record Product Information Model Number

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please
locate the model plate on the equipment and record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by looking beneath the seat. This information will
be necessary, should you seek technical support via our web site, Serial Number
Customer Support Department, or with a local authorized service
dealer.

Customer Support
Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting our Customer Support Department.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
◊ Visit us on the web at www.troybilt.com

See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.troybilt.com/tutorials

◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220
◊ Write us at Troy-Bilt • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

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 Important Safe Operation Practices 2
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.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling

DANGER! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.

General Operation 6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be

used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious personal
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for injury.
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
parts.
toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also,
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them which may cause discharged material to ricochet back
quickly. toward the operator.
3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this 8. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand operation and while performing an adjustment or repair
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised cause serious injury to the eyes.
by an adult.
9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be
instruction. caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, bare feet or sandals.
keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet 10. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction
from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower
anyone enters the area. without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its
proper place.
11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the
cutting deck. Contact with the blade(s) can amputate
hands and feet.

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 12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade Slope Operation
contact or thrown object injuries.
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over
13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes
roads and while not cutting grass. require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
roadways. This machine is not intended for use on any For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this
public roadway. manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on
15. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as
alcohol or drugs. shown on the slope gauge, do not operate this machine on that
area or serious injury could result.
16. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
17. Never carry passengers. Do:
18. Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up 1. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Exercise extreme
slowly. Always look down and behind before and while caution when changing direction on slopes.
backing to avoid a back-over accident. 2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
19. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. grass can hide obstacles.
20. Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait 3. Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed setting so
until the blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
grass catcher, emptying grass, unclogging chute, removing Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes
any grass or debris, or making any adjustments. are functioning properly. Always keep machine in gear
when going down slopes to take advantage of engine
21. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn
braking action.
off blade(s), place transmission in neutral, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. 4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
22. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or truck. This machine should not be driven up or 5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
down ramp(s), because the machine could tip over, causing These can change the stability of the machine.
serious personal injury. The machine must be pushed 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do
manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly. not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid
23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do engagement or braking could cause the front of the
not touch. machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could
cause serious injury.
24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under
low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., 7. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
where the operator may be struck or pulled from the disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down
machine, which could result in serious injury. the slope.
25. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake Do Not:
pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting
1. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly
to start engine.
and gradually downhill, if possible.
26. Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of
2. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The
a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
unusually tall, dry grass (e.g., pasture) or piles of dry leaves.
of a cliff, ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and/
or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire 3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on
hazard. the ground.
27. Use only accessories and attachments approved for this 4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.
machine by the machine manufacturer. Read, understand 5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
and follow all instructions provided with the approved sliding.
accessory or attachment.
6. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. Over-speeding
28. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are may cause the operator to lose control of the machine
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related resulting in serious injury or death.
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability
to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect 7. Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments (e.g. loaded
themselves and others from serious injury. dump cart, lawn roller, etc.) on slopes greater than 5
degrees. When going down hill, the extra weight tends
29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control
care and good judgment. Contact your customer service (e.g. tractor may speed up, braking and steering ability are
representative for assistance. reduced, attachment may jack-knife and cause tractor to
overturn).

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Children Service
1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Safe Handling of Gasoline:
machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand 1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme
the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
you last saw them. flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious
a. Keep children out of the mowing area and in personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin
operator. and change clothes immediately.

b. Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
area. b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place
small children. containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off.
They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere c. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment
with safe machine operation. from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on
e. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a
doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may gasoline dispenser nozzle.
block your vision of a child who may run into the
path of the machine. d. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
f. To avoid back-over accidents, always disengage complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
the cutting blade(s) before shifting into Reverse.
If equipped, the “Reverse Caution Mode” should e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
not be used when children or others are around. sources of ignition.

g. Keep children away from hot or running engines. f. Never fuel machine indoors.
They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine
h. Remove key when machine is unattended to is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two
prevent unauthorized operation. minutes before refueling.

2. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual fuel expansion.
and on the machine and should be trained and supervised i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
by an adult. j. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
Towing equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5
minutes before starting the engine.
1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the k. To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass,
hitch point. leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
2. Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. l. Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
3. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment. as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes
4. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause dryer or other gas appliances.
loss of traction and loss of control. m. Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before
5. Always use extra caution when towing with a machine storing.
capable of making tight turns (e.g. “zero-turn” ride-on
mower). Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing. General Service
6. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. 1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,
7. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. and deadly gas.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade(s) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.

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 3. Periodically check to make sure the blades come to Do not modify engine
complete stop within approximately (5) five seconds after
operating the blade disengagement control. If the blades To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any
do not stop within the this time frame, your machine way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway
should be serviced professionally by an authorized MTD engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper
Service Dealer. with factory setting of engine governor.
4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear
during normal operation. Adjust and service as required.
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s)
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and
for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace
may include the following emission control systems: Engine
the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s
Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air
(O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts
Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
which do not meet the original equipment specifications
may lead to improper performance and compromise When required, models are equipped with low permeation fuel
safety!” lines and fuel tanks for evaporative emission control. California
models may also include a carbon canister. Please contact
6. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves,
Customer Support for information regarding the evaporative
and use extra caution when servicing them.
emission control configuration for your model.
7. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition. Spark Arrestor
8. Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other WARNING! This machine is equipped with an
safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. internal combustion engine and should not be used
9. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine. brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the
Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark
the damage before starting and operating. arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any).
10. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the
machine while the engine is running. If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of California the
11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are
above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,
apply on federal lands.
frequently check components and replace immediately
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your
with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only,
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
original equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety!”
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,
etc. to protect the environment.
15. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,
or 270 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful
Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety
systems are working properly and not worn excessively.
Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and
follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate

DANGER— ROTATING BLADES

Never carry passengers. Never carry children, even with the blades off.

DANGER— ROTATING BLADES

Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.

WARNING— ROTATING BLADES

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. Contact with the
blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.

WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS
This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.

WARNING—THROWN OBJECTS
This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.

BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation.

WARNING— SLOPE OPERATION

Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees.

WARNING— HOT SURFACE

Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine
and muffler to cool before touching.

DANGER — ROTATING BLADES

To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover
or grass catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately.

WARNING— TOWING
Avoid jack-knifing when towing, go slow and make wide turns.

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Slope Gauge

15° Slope

15° Slope

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(OK) (TOO STEEP)

Figure 1 Figure 2

15° d
ashed
line
USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE
IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!
To check the slope, proceed as follows:
1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line.
2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.)
3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ).
4. Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope (See Figure 1 and Figure 2).
5. If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation (See Figure 2 above).

WARNING! Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death.
Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 15 degrees. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope
or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. Always mow up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
 Assembly & Set-Up 3
Contents of Crate
• One Garden Tractor • One Oil Drain Tube • One Deck Wash Hose Coupler
• One Garden Tractor Operator’s • One Engine Operator’s Manual • One Product Registration Card
Manual

Tractor Set-Up Shipping Brace Removal

WARNING! Make sure the garden tractor’s engine
Moving The Tractor Manually is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition
Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic key before removing the shipping brace.
relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the
tractor manually. Opening this valve permits the fluid in the
transmission to bypass its normal route, allowing the rear tires 1. Locate the shipping brace, if present, and warning tag
to “freewheel.” To open the hydrostatic relief valve, proceed as found on the right side of the cutting deck. See Figure 3-2.
follows:
1. Locate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor.
See Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-2
2. While holding the discharge chute with your left hand,
remove the shipping brace with your right hand by
Figure 3-1 grasping it between your thumb and index finger and
rotating it clockwise.
2. Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward, then up, to lock it
in place. WARNING! The shipping brace is used for
NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic packaging purposes only. Remove and discard the
bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position shipping brace before operating your garden
prior to operating the tractor. tractor.

CAUTION: Never attempt to move the tractor WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of
manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief throwing objects. Operating the riding mower
valve. Doing so will result in serious damage to the without the discharge cover in the proper operating
tractor’s transmission. position could result in serious personal injury and/
or property damage.

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 Connecting the Battery Cables Checking Tire Pressure
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. Do not
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known overinflate tires. Check sidewall of tires for maximum
to the State of California to cause cancer and psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. times.
The tires on your tractor may be over inflated for shipping
CAUTION: When attaching battery cables, always purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor.
connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, Check sidewall of tires for maximum psi.
followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your equipment Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels and Roller
may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably
factory. To connect the battery cables, proceed as follows: pavement, and proceed as follows
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The 1. Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing
negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–). the deck lift lever in the normally desired mowing height
NOTE: If the positive battery cable is already attached, skip ahead setting (any of the six different cutting height notches on
to step 2. the right fender).

1. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive 2. Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance
battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive with the surface below. The deck gauge wheels should
battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Figure have between ¼-inch and ½-inch clearance above the
3-3. ground.
If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the
surface, adjust as follows:
a. Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting.
b. Remove the front gauge wheels by removing the
lock nuts and shoulder screws which secure them to
the deck. See Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-3
2. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative
battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative
battery terminal (–) with the bolt and hex nut. See Figure
3-3.
3. Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery
terminal to help protect it from corrosion. Figure 3-4
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown c. Place the deck lift lever in the desired mowing
on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the height setting.
Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating d. Reinsert the shoulder screw (with each gauge
the tractor. wheel) into the index hole that leaves approximately
½-inch between the bottom of the wheel and the
pavement.
e. Remove the clevis pins and hairpin clips from the
deck roller brackets on the left and right sides of the
cutting deck. See Figure 3-4.

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 f. Position the deck roller brackets up or down through Gas and Oil
the slots on the rear of the deck until desired
The fuel tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of
position is reached, then reattach with the clevis
three and-a-half gallons. Remove the fuel cap by turning it
pins and hairpin clips just removed. Be certain that
counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days
the left roller bracket and the right roller bracket are
old), unleaded gasoline. Fill the tank no higher than four inches
set in the same position.
below the top of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.
Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section of this
manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck WARNING! Use extreme care when handling
adjustments. gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
Adjusting the Seat indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
To adjust the position of the seat, pull up and hold the seat Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and all other
adjustment lever. Slide the seat forward or rearward to the sources of ignition.
desired position; then release the adjustment lever. Make sure IMPORTANT: Be sure to STOP filling tank once fuel is seen
seat is locked into position before operating the tractor. See inside the filler neck. This ensures that a proper expansion
Figure 3-5. volume is created. Do NOT top off the tank. See Figure 3-6.
WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make NOTE: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine. However,
sure the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the you MUST check the oil level before operating.
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull
CAUTION: Always check the engine oil level before
back on seat until it clicks into place.
each use as instructed in the Engine Owner’s
Manual. Add oil as necessary. Failure to do so may
result in serious damage to your engine.

Figure 3-5

Figure 3-6

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 Controls and Features 4

Electric PTO
Knob Throttle/Choke
Systems Indicator Control
Monitor
Ignition Switch
Module

Brake
Drive Pedal
Pedal

Reverse Pedal
Parking Brake/
Cruise Control Lever Deck Lift Lever
Cup Holder

Figure 4-1
Garden Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 4-1 Throttle/Choke Control Lever
and described on the following pages.
The throttle/choke control is located on the left
WARNING! Read and follow all safety rules and side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls
instructions in this manual, including the entire
the speed of the engine and, when pushed all the
Operation section, before attempting to operate
way forward, closes the choke for cold starting.
this machine. Failure to comply with all safety rules
When set in a given position, the throttle will
and instructions may result in personal injury.
maintain a uniform engine speed.
Brake Pedal NOTE: When operating the tractor with the cutting
deck engaged, be certain that the throttle/choke
The brake pedal is located on the left
control is always in the FAST (rabbit) position.
front side of the tractor above the drive
pedal along the running board. The
brake pedal can be used for sudden
Seat Adjustment Lever (not shown)
stops or setting the parking brake. The seat adjustment lever is located below
NOTE: The brake pedal must be fully depressed to activate the the front/left of the seat. The lever allows for
safety interlock switch when starting the tractor. adjustment of the fore to aft position of the
operator’s seat. Refer to the Assembly and
Set-Up section of this manual for more detailed
instructions.

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Deck Lift Lever Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter LCD
Found on your tractor’s right fender, When the ignition key is
the deck lift lever is used to change rotated out of the STOP
the height of the cutting deck. To position but not into
use, move the lever to the left, then the START position, the
place in the notch best suited for your system’s indicator monitor
application. displays the battery’s
output, in volts, on its
Ignition Switch Module LCD for approximately
five seconds, after which
WARNING! Never it displays an hour glass
leave a running and the hours of tractor
machine unattended. operation. Once the
Always disengage tractor is started, the
PTO, set parking brake, stop monitor continually
engine and remove key to prevent displays an hour glass and
unintended starting. the hours of tractor operation on its LCD.
To start the engine, insert the key NOTE: Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the
into the ignition switch and turn ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position, regardless of
clockwise to the START position. whether the engine is started.
Release the key into the NORMAL
MOWING MODE position once The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of
the engine has fired. maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. The LCD will
alternately flash the recorded hours, “CHG” and “OIL” for five
To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the minutes, after every 50 hours of recorded operation elapse. The
STOP position. maintenance interval lasts for two hours (from 50-52, 100-102,
CAUTION: Prior to operating the tractor, refer to 150-152, etc.). The LCD will also flash as described above for five
both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The minutes every time the tractor’s engine has been started during
Engine in the Operation section of this manual for this maintenance interval. Before the interval expires, change
detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch the engine oil as instructed in the Maintenance & Adjustments
Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE section of this Operator’s Manual.
CAUTION MODE.
Brake
Drive Pedal If the Brake light illuminates when attempting to start the
tractor’s engine, depress the brake pedal.
The drive pedal is located on the right side
of the tractor, along the running board. Press PTO (Blade Engage)
the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor If the PTO light illuminates when attempting to start the tractor’s
to travel forward. Ground speed is also engine, move PTO lever into the disengaged (OFF) position.
controlled with the drive pedal. The further
forward the pedal is pivoted, the faster the Oil (If Engine So Equipped)
tractor will travel. The pedal will return to its
It is normal for the Oil light to illuminate while the engine is
original position when it’s not pressed.
cranking during start-up, but if it illuminates during operation,
Reverse Pedal while the engine is running, stop the tractor immediately and
check the engine oil level as instructed in this Owner’s Manual.
The reverse pedal is located on the right
side of the tractor along the running board. Battery
Ground speed is also controlled with the It is normal for the Battery light to illuminate while the engine is
reverse pedal. The further downward the cranking during start-up, but if it illuminates during operation,
pedal is pivoted, the faster the tractor will while the engine is running, the battery is in need of a charge
travel. The pedal will return to its original or the engine’s charging system is not generating sufficient
position when it’s not pressed. amperage. Charge the battery as instructed in the Service
section of this manual or have the charging system checked an
authorized service dealer.

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 PTO / Blade Engage Knob Fuel Level Indicator
Activating the PTO engages power to the The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the
cutting deck or other (separately available) tractor’s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas
attachments. Pull outward on the PTO/Blade tank.
Engage knob to activate it. Push the PTO/
Blade Engage knob inward to disengage
the power to the cutting deck or other
(separately available) attachments.
NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must
be in the disengaged (OFF) position when
starting the engine.

Parking Brake/Cruise Control Lever

Located in the center of the tractor’s dash panel
below the steering wheel, the Parking Brake/
Cruise Control lever is used to engage the
parking brake and the cruise control. Refer to
the Operation section of this manual for detailed
instructions regarding the parking brake.
NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the
operator leaves the seat with the engine running
or the engine will automatically shut off.
NOTE: Cruise control can NOT be engaged
at the tractor’s fastest ground speed. If the
operator should attempt to do so, the tractor will
automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal
mowing ground speed.
WARNING! Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.

14 Section 4 — Controls and Features

 Operation 5
Starting the Engine
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
designed for your safety and protection.
• GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.
• AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for
• DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP.
Gasoline and Oil fill-up instructions.
• IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S)
AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY. 1. Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch module.
• KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND 2. Place the PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the disengaged (OFF)
SWITCHES, ETC.) IN PLACE AND WORKING. position.
• REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE(S). 3. Engage the tractor’s parking brake.
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS. 4. Move the throttle/choke control upward into the full choke
• BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE position.
PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).
NOTE: If the engine is warmed up, it may not be necessary
• BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE
to place the throttle/choke control into the choke position.
BLADE(S), ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF AND
REMOVE KEY. 5. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position.
After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL NORMAL MOWING position.
CAUTION: Do NOT hold the key in the START
Safety Interlock Switches position for longer than ten seconds at a time. Doing
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the so may cause damage to your engine’s electric
protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever starter.
malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your authorized 6. After the engine starts, deactivate the choke by moving the
service dealer. throttle/choke control from the choke position into the fast
• The safety interlock system prevents the engine from (rabbit) position.
cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, NOTE: Do NOT leave the choke on while operating the tractor.
and the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is in the disengaged Doing so will result in a “rich” fuel mixture and cause the engine
(OFF) position. to run poorly.
• The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves
the seat before engaging the parking brake. Stopping the Engine
• The electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the
shut off if the operator leaves the tractor’s seat with the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).
PTO (Blade Engage) knob in the engaged (ON) position, Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.
regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged. Repair the damage before restarting and operating.
• With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, 1. If the blades are engaged, place the PTO/Blade Engage
the electric PTO (Blade Engage) clutch will automatically knob into the disengaged (OFF) position.
shut off if the PTO (Blade Engage) knob is moved into the 2. Place the throttle/choke control lever near the SLOW
engaged (ON) position with the drive pedal in position for position.
reverse travel.
3. Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP
WARNING! Do not operate the tractor if the position.
interlock system is malfunctioning. This system was
4. Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent
designed for your safety and protection.
unintended starting.

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 Driving The Tractor Reverse Caution Mode
WARNING! Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module
and sudden stops. allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO)
engaged.
NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended.
1. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake. WARNING! Use extreme caution while operating
Move the throttle/choke lever into the FAST (rabbit) the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always
position. look down and behind before and while backing. Do
2. To travel FORWARD, slowly press the upper portion of the not operate the tractor when children or others are
drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved. See around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone
Figure 5-1. enters the area.
To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE:
NOTE: The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat.
1. Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous
page.
2. Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING (Green) position
to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE (Yellow) position of the
key switch module. See Figure 5-2.

Reverse
Indicator Push Button
Light
Reverse
Stop Caution Mode
Position Position

Start
Position
Figure 5-1
3. To travel in REVERSE, check that the area behind is clear
then slowly depress the lower portion of the drive pedal
with the ball of your foot (NOT your heel) until the desired
speed is achieved. See Figure 5-1.
CAUTION: Do NOT attempt to change the
direction of travel when the tractor is in motion.
Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before
moving the tractor from forward to reverse or vice Figure 5-2
versa. 3. Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON (Orange, Triangular
Button) at the top, right corner of the key switch module.
WARNING! Do not leave the seat of the tractor
The red indicator light at the top, left corner of the key
without first placing the PTO/Blade Engage knob in
switch module will be ON while activated. See Figure 5-2.
the disengaged (OFF) position and engaging the
parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, also 4. Once activated (indicator light ON), the tractor can be
turn the engine off and remove the ignition key. driven in reverse with the cutting blades (PTO) engaged.
5. Always look down and behind before and while backing to
make sure no children are around. After resuming forward
motion, return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position.
The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until:
a. The key is placed in either the NORMAL MOWING
position or STOP position or
b. The operator leaves the seat.

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Driving On Slopes Cruise Control
Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes WARNING! Never engage the cruise control lever
where you may operate the tractor safely. while traveling in reverse.

WARNING! Do not mow on inclines with a slope in

excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1⁄2
feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and To set the cruise control:
cause serious injury. 1. Slowly press the upper portion of the drive pedal with your
• Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across. right foot until the desired speed is achieved.

• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on 2. Lightly press the parking brake/cruise control lever
slopes. downward and hold it in that position.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden 3. Remove your foot from the drive pedal.
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall 4. Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control
grass can hide obstacles. lever
• Avoid turns when driving on a slope. If a turn must be After completing step 3, the drive pedal should remain in the
made, turn down the slope. Turning up a slope greatly down position and the tractor will maintain the same forward
increases the chance of a roll over. speed. If it doesn’t, the cruise control is not engaged. Repeat
• Avoid stopping when driving up a slope. If it is necessary steps 1 through 4 to engage the cruise control.
to stop while driving up a slope, start up smoothly and To disengage the cruise control, lightly press the drive pedal or
carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor the brake pedal.
over backward. NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor’s fastest
ground speed. If the operator should attempt to do so, the
Engaging the Parking Brake/ tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal
Setting the Cruise Control mowing ground speed.
NOTE: The parking break and cruise control are controlled by To change the direction of travel from forward to reverse when
the same lever. If using the brake when engaging the parking cruise control is engaged, press the brake pedal to disengage
brake/cruise control lever, the parking brake will engage. If using the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then
the drive pedal when engaging the parking brake/cruise control slowly press the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot to travel
lever, the cruise control will engage. in reverse.

Parking Brake Using the Deck Lift Lever

NOTE: The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the To raise the cutting deck, move the deck lift lever to the left, then
seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically place it in the notch best suited for your application.
shut off.
To set the parking brake: Operating the Headlights
1. Press the brake pedal completely down with your left foot The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of
and hold it in that position. the STOP position. The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is
moved to the STOP position.
2. Push the parking brake/cruise control lever downward and
hold it in that position.
3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal.
4. Release pressure from the parking brake/cruise control
lever.
After completing step 3, the brake pedal should remain in the
down position. If it doesn’t, the parking brake is not engaged.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 to engage the parking brake.
To disengage the parking brake, lightly press the brake pedal .
WARNING! Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always disengage PTO, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.

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 Engaging the PTO Mowing
Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other WARNING! To help avoid blade contact or a
(separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO: thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers,
1. Move the throttle/choke control lever to the FAST (rabbit) children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine
position. while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
2. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged
(ON) position. See Fig. 5-3. The following information will be helpful when using the cutting
deck with your tractor.
NOTE: Always operate the tractor with the throttle/choke lever in
the FAST (rabbit) position for the most efficient use of the cutting WARNING! Plan your mowing pattern to avoid
deck or other (separately available) attachments. discharge of materials toward roads, sidewalks,
bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction which may
cause discharged material to ricochet back toward
the operator.
• Do not mow at high ground speed, especially if a mulch kit
or grass collector is installed.
• Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass is prone to weed
growth and yellows quickly in dry weather.
• Always operate the tractor with the throttle/choke lever in
the FAST (rabbit) position while mowing
• For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be
cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the
first two laps, reverse the direction to throw the discharge
to the outside for the balance of cutting. This will give a
ON OFF •
better appearance to the lawn.
Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds or
extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to mow lawns,
NOT clear brush.
• Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn.
Figure 5-3

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 Maintenance & Adjustments 6
Maintenance Schedule
Before Every Every Every Every Prior
Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing

Clean Hood/Dash Louvers P P

Check Engine Oil Level P
Check Air Filter for Dirty, Loose or Damaged Parts P
Clean and Re-oil Air Filter’s Foam Pre-Cleaner P
Replace Air Filter Element P
Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter P
Clean Battery Terminals P P
Lube Front Axles and Rims P P
Clean Engine Cooling Fins P P
Lube Front Deck Wheels P P
Lube Deck Spindles P P
Lube Pedal Pivot Points P P
Check Spark Plug Condition & Gap P P
Replace Fuel Filter P
Maintenance Changing the Engine Oil
WARNING! Before performing any maintenance or WARNING! If the engine has been recently run, the
repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine, muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will
engine and remove key to prevent unintended be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise
starting. caution to avoid burns.
NOTE: The oil filter should be changed at every oil change
Engine interval. To complete an oil change, proceed as follows:
Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for all engine maintenance 1. Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the oil in the
procedures and instructions. crankcase to warm up. Warm oil will flow more freely and
NOTE: Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission carry away more of the engine sediment which may have
control devices and systems which are being done at owner’s settled at the bottom of the crankcase. Use care to avoid
expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment burns from hot oil.
or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an 2. Open the tractor’s hood and locate the oil drain port on the
authorized service dealer. right side of the engine.

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 3. Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain Battery
valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 6-1.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
The battery is sealed and is maintenance-free. Acid levels cannot
be checked and fluid can not be added.
• Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and
free of corrosive build-up.
• After cleaning the battery and terminals, apply a light coat
of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals.
CAUTION: If removing the battery for cleaning,
disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s
terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire.
When re-installing the battery, always connect the
POSITIVE (Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are
connected to the correct terminals; reversing them
could result in serious damage to your engine’s
alternating system.
Figure 6-1
4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick from the oil fill tube.
Cleaning the Tractor
5. Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off
oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an promptly. Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling
appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.5 quart fins of the engine, the transmission’s cooling fan or on any other
capacity, to collect the used oil. part of the machine, especially the belts and pulleys.
6. Turn the oil drain valve 1⁄4-turn, then pull outward to begin Deck Wash
draining oil. After the oil has finished draining, push the
Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as
end of the oil drain valve back in and turn 1⁄4-turn to secure
part of its deck wash system.
it back in place. Re-cap the end of the oil drain valve to
keep debris from entering the drain port. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the deck’s
underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals.
7. After the oil has finished draining, push the end of the oil
Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING:
drain valve back in, until the tabs click into place. Re-cap
the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near
the drain port. enough for your garden hose to reach.
8. Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Engine Owner’s CAUTION: Make certain the tractor’s discharge
Manual. chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage,
parked cars, etc.
Refill the engine with new oil. Refer to the Engine Owner’s
Manual for information regarding the volume and weight of
engine oil. 2. Disengage the PTO (Blade Engage), set the parking brake
and stop the engine.
Air Cleaner
3. Thread the hose coupler (packaged with your tractor’s
Service the pre-cleaner and cartridge/air cleaner element as Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.
instructed in the Engine Owner’s Manual.

Spark Plug
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a
season. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for correct plug type
and gap specifications.

Hydrostatic Transmission
The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is
maintenance-free. The fluid level cannot be checked and the
fluid cannot be changed.

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4. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your deck’s Front Wheels
surface. See Figure 6-2.
Each of the front wheel axles and rims is equipped with a grease
fitting. See Figure 6-3. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose
grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor
operation.

Figure 6-2
5. Turn the water on.
6. While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, start
the engine and place the throttle/choke lever in the FAST Figure 6-3
(rabbit) position.
Pivot Points & Linkage
7. Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) knob into the ON
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake
position.
and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
8. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck
engaged for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the Deck Wheels
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse. Each of the tractor deck’s front gauge wheels is equipped with
9. Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) knob into the OFF a grease fitting. Lubricate with a No. 2 multi-purpose grease
position. applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor
operation.
10. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the
tractor’s engine off.
11. Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the
water port on your deck’s surface.
12. Repeat steps 4 through 11 on the opposite side of the
cutting deck.
After cleaning your deck with the deck wash system, return to
the operator’s position and engage the PTO. Keep the cutting
deck running for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the
underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry.

Lubrication
WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting the tractor, always disengage PTO, set
parking brake, stop engine and remove key to
prevent unintended starting.

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 Adjustments Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper
adjustment and proceed, if necessary.
WARNING! Shut the engine off, remove the 1. Locate the hex lock nut on the end of the deck hanger rod.
ignition key and engage the parking brake before See Figure 6-4.
making adjustments. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves when handling the blades. • To raise the front of the deck, tighten (thread inward)
the hex nut against the front hanger bracket.
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing
any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 28 for • To lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward)
information regarding tire pressure. the hex nut, away from the front hanger bracket. See
Figure 6-4.
Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear)
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that
can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of
the deck should be between 1⁄4-inch and 3⁄8-inch lower than the
rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:
1. Park the tractor parked on a firm, level surface and place
the deck lift lever in the top notch.
2. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is
parallel with the tractor.
3. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the
ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The first
measurement taken should be between 1⁄4-inch and 3⁄8-inch
less than the second measurement.

Figure 6-4

22 Section 6 — Maintenance & Adjustments

Leveling the Deck (Side to Side) Steering Adjustment
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if
adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the
1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.
deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths of each are threaded
both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor. into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right
2. Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade side:
tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the 1. Remove the hex nut below the ball joint. See Figure 6-6.
right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken
should be equal. If they’re not, proceed to the next step.
3. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on the left deck
hanger bracket. See Figure 6-5.
4. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by
turning the adjustment gear. See Figure 6-5.
The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements
taken earlier are equal. Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck
hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.
Ball Joint

Drag
Link

Adjustment
Gear

Hex Nut

Figure 6-6
2. Thread the ball joint inward to shorten the drag link.
Hex Bolt Thread the ball joint outward to lengthen the drag link.
3. Replace the hex nut after proper adjustment is achieved.
NOTE: Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links
will cause the front tires to “toe-in” too far. Proper toe-in is
between 1⁄16” and 5⁄16”.
Front tire toe-in can be measured as follows:
Figure 6-5 1. Place the steering wheel in position for straight ahead
travel.
Parking Brake Adjustment 2. In front of the axle, measure the distance horizontally from
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note
pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels the distance.
can roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic 3. Behind the axle, measure the distance horizontally from
relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. See your the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim. Note
authorized service dealer to have the brake properly adjusted. the distance.
Adjusting the Seat 4. The measurement taken in front of the axle should be
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for seat between 1⁄16” and 5⁄16” less than the measurement taken
adjustment instructions. behind the axle.

WARNING! Before operating the tractor, make

sure the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull
back on seat until it clicks into place.

Section 6 — Maintenance & Adjustments 23

 Deck Rear Roller Adjustment
The rear rollers on the mower deck are not designed to carry
the weight of the deck. The rear rollers should be adjusted to
approximately 1⁄4” to 1⁄2” above the ground when the deck is
moved to the desired cutting height.
Place the tractor on a smooth, flat surface, move the deck to the
desired cutting height, and check the height of the rear rollers. If
contacting the ground, or above 1⁄2” from the ground, adjust the
rear rollers as follows:
The deck roller assembly index bracket has five adjustment
positions holes.
1. While supporting the roller assembly, remove click pin and
withdraw the clevis pin from both the left and right roller
index brackets. See Figure 6-7.

Index Bracket

Click Pin

Clevis Pin

Figure 6-7
2. Position the roller assembly so that the rollers are
approximately 1⁄4” to 1⁄2” above the flat surface below.
3. Align the nearest index bracket holes with the holes in the
deck mounting brackets. Insert the clevis pins through the
deck brackets and the index brackets and secure with the
click pins. See Figure 6-7.
NOTE: The clevis pins should be in the corresponding holes of
both the left and right roller index brackets.

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 Service 7
Cutting Deck Removal
To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:
1. Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) Belt Guard
position and engage the parking brake.
2. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the
bottom notch on the right fender.
3. Locate the PTO clutch under the front of your tractor. See
Figure 7-1.
4. Remove the belt guard and belt as follows Refer to Figure
7-1:
a. Remove the hex screws.
b. Pull the belt keeper rod to the right and down to
remove.
c. Remove the deck belt from around the tractor’s
electric PTO clutch.

Figure 7-2
5. Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor,
locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the
deck. Refer to Figure 7-3.
6. Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from
the deck lift arm. See Figure 7-3.
7. Repeat the above steps on the tractor’s right side.
8. Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck
lift arms up and out of the way.

Belt Keeper
Deck Support Pin
Rod

Figure 7-1
NOTE: If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be
easily removed from the electric PTO clutch, carefully insert
a 3⁄8” drive ratchet wrench (set to loosen) into the square
hole found in the left-hand deck idler bracket and pivot it
toward the tractor’s right side to relieve tension on the belt.
See Figure 7-2.
WARNING! Avoid pinching injuries. Never place
your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt
and a pulley while removing the belt.

Figure 7-3

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 9. Remove the cotter pin and flat washer from the end of the Cutting Blades
stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer rod out of the hanger
bracket on the deck. as shown in Figure 7-4. WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove
ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for
sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by
using heavy gloves when grasping the blade
WARNING! Periodically inspect the blade and/or
spindle for cracks or damage, especially after you’ve
struck a foreign object. Do not operate the machine
until damaged components are replaced.
To remove the blades, proceed as follows.
1. Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to
Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section) then gently
flip the deck over to expose its underside.
2. Place a block of wood between the center deck housing
baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer.
See Figure 7-5.
3. Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the
spindle assembly. See Figure 7-5.

Figure 7-4
10. Gently slide the cutting deck (from the right side) out from
underneath the tractor.
11. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier.
CAUTION: Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod
may result in serious damage to your tractor’s PTO
system.

Figure 7-5

26 Section 7— Service
4. To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal Battery
amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the
cutting edges, parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- to 30° CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
angle. Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
maintain proper blade balance. See Figure 7-6. contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION: If removing the battery, disconnect the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first,
followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-
installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE
(Red) wire its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire.

Jump Starting
WARNING! Never jump start a damaged or frozen
battery. Be certain the vehicles do not touch, and
ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch.

1. Connect positive (+) cable to positive post (+) of your

tractor’s discharged battery.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the (positive +) post
of the jumper battery.
3. Connect the second cable negative (–) to the other post of
Figure 7-6 the jumper battery.
CAUTION: If the cutting edge of the blade has 4. Make the final connection on the engine block of the
previously been sharpened, or if any metal tractor, away from the battery. Attach to a unpainted part
separation is present, replace the blades with new to assure a good connection.
ones. CAUTION: If the jumper battery is installed on a
WARNING! A poorly balanced blade will cause vehicle (i.e. car, truck), do NOT start the vehicle’s
excessive vibration, may damage to the tractor and/ engine when jump starting your tractor.
or result in personal injury.

5. Start the tractor (as instructed in the Operation section of

5. Test the blade’s balance using a blade balancer. Grind this manual).
metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. 6. Set the tractor’s parking brake before removing the jumper
NOTE: When replacing the blade, be sure to install the blade with cables, in reverse order of connection.
the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number
stamped in it) facing the ground when the mower is in the Charging
operating position. WARNING! Batteries give off an explosive gas
while charging. Charge the battery in a well
CAUTION: Use a torque wrench to tighten the ventilated area and keep away from an open flame
blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 lbs-ft or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater,
and 90 lbs-ft. furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
Tires CAUTION: When charging your tractor’s battery,
use only a charger designed for 12V lead-acid
WARNING! Never exceed the maximum inflation batteries. Read your battery charger’s Owner’s
pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire. Manual prior to charging your tractor’s battery.
Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings.
If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period
Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer’s
of time, charge the battery as follows:
recommended or maximum psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire
pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly. 1. Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes.
2. If your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery
until the charger indicates that charging is complete. If the
charger is not automatic, charge for no fewer than eight
hours.

Section 7 — Service 27
 Fuse 4. Remove the deck belt from around the three spindle
pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys.
WARNING! Before servicing, repairing, or NOTE: The idler pulleys may have to be loosened, but not
inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking removed, in order to remove the belt from around them.
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting. 5. To place the new belt, begin by routing the belt around the
two outer spindle pulleys, then around the front spindle
A fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring harness to protect the pulley as shown in Figure 7-8.
tractor’s electrical system from damage caused by excessive
amperage.
If the electrical system does not function, or your tractor’s engine
will not crank, first check to be certain that the fuse has not
Deck Idler Front Spindle
blown. It is located under the hood, mounted behind the top of
Pulleys Pulley
the dash panel on the support bar.
CAUTION: Always use a replacement fuse with the
same amperage capacity as the blown fuse.

Changing the Deck Belt

WARNING! Shut the engine off and remove
ignition key before removing the cutting blade(s) for
sharpening or replacement. Protect your hands by
using heavy gloves when grasping blades and Outer Spindle
pulleys. Pulleys
WARNING! The V-belts found on your tractor are
specially designed to engage and disengage safely.
A substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by
not disengaging completely. For a proper working Figure 7-8
machine, use factory approved belts.
6. Route the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as shown
All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be
in Figure 7-8.
replaced if any signs of wear are present . To change or replace
the deck belt on your tractor, proceed as follows: 7. Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier.
1. Remove the deck as instructed earlier in this section. CAUTION: Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod
2. Remove the belt guards by removing the hex washer may result in serious damage to your tractor’s PTO
screws that fasten them to the deck. See Figure 7-7. system.

3. Loosen, but do not remove the belt keeper rod on the

pulley located near the back of the deck. See Figure 7-7. 8. Remount the belt guards removed earlier.
Re-install the deck making sure the belt remains routed
around the pulleys as instructed.

Idler Pulley

Belt Cover

Belt Keeper
Rod

Hex Washer
Screw
Figure 7-7

28 Section 7— Service
9. Pull the right side of the belt and place the narrow V side of Changing the Transmission Drive Belt
the belt into the PTO pulley. See Figure 7-9.
Several components must be removed and special tools used
10. While holding the belt and pulley together, rotate the
in order to change the tractor’s transmission drive belt. See an
pulley to the left (See Figure 7-9). Continue holding and
authorized service dealer to have the transmission drive belt
rotating the pulley and belt until the belt is fully rolled into
replaced.
the PTO pulley.

PTO Belt

Rotate
Pulley

Figure 7-9

Section 7 — Service 29
 Troubleshooting 8
Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start 1. PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged. 1. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position.
2. Parking brake not engaged. 2. Engage parking brake.
3. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. 3. Connect wire(s) to spark plug(s).
4. Throttle/choke control lever not in correct 4. Place throttle/choke lever into the CHOKE
starting position. position.
5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 5. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days
old) gas.
6. Blocked fuel line. 6. Clean fuel line and replace fuel filter.
7. Faulty spark plug(s). 7. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug(s).
8. Engine flooded. 8. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
Engine runs erratic 1. Tractor running with CHOKE activated. 1. Move Throttle/Choke control out of CHOKE
position.
2. Spark plug wire(s) loose. 2. Connect spark plug wire(s).
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
4. Vent in gas cap plugged. 4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system. 5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh
gasoline.
6. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Replace air cleaner paper element or clean
foam pre-cleaner.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low. 1. Fill crankcase with proper amount and
weight of oil.
2. Air flow restricted. 2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around
the engine’s cooling fins and blower housing.
Engine hesitates at high 1. Spark plug(s) gap too close. 1. Remove spark plug(s) and reset the gap.
RPM
Engine Idles rough 1. Spark plug(s) fouled, faulty or gap too wide. 1. Replace spark plug(s). Set plug gap.
2. Dirty air cleaner. 2. Replace air cleaner element and/or clean
pre-cleaner.
Excessive vibration 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. 1. Tighten blade and spindle.
2. Damaged or bent cutting blade. 2. Replace blade.
Uneven cut 1. Deck not leveled properly. 1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.
2. Dull blade. 2. Sharpen or replace blade.
3. Uneven tire pressure. 3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.

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 Replacement Parts 9
Component Part Number and Description

759-3336 Spark Plug

BS-792105 Air Filter Element

BS-792303 Pre-Cleaner Element

BS-492932S Oil Filter

BS-691035 Fuel Filter

954-04083 Drive Belt (Mowing Deck)

942-0677B 2-in-1 Deck Blade

918-04608A Deck Spindle

NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.troybilt.com or phone (800) 828-5500 to purchase a Parts Manual.
Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready. These can be found on the model plate located under the seat. Refer to
page 2 for more information regarding locating your model and serial numbers.

31
 Component Part Number and Description

734-04155 Deck Wheel

925-1707D Battery

751-12182 Fuel Tank Cap

946-04542 Throttle/Choke Control Cable

625-05002 Ignition Key

631-04070A Discharge Chute Assembly

NOTE: Download a complete Parts Manual free of charge at www.troybilt.com or phone (800) 828-5500 to purchase a Parts Manual.
Be sure to have your model number and serial number ready. These can be found on the model plate located under the seat. Refer to
page 2 for more information regarding locating your model and serial numbers.

32 Section 9 — Replacement Parts

 Attachments & Accessories 10
The following attachments and accessories are compatible for this Troy-bilt Lawn Tractor. See the retailer from which you purchased
your tractor, an authorized Troy-bilt Service Dealer or phone (800) 828-5500 for information regarding price and availability.

Model Number Description

190-841-191 Mulch Kit

19A40002101 Bagger

190-679-101 Bumper Kit

OEM-190-833 Dozer Blade

OEM-190-032 42-Inch Two Stage Snow Thrower

490-900-M060 42 Ib. Rear Suit Case Weight Kit With Bracket

490-900-M059 42 lb. Rear Suit Case Weight

490-241-0023 Tire Chains 20X8

490-290-0013 Tractor Cover

OEM-190-607 Sun Shade

490-850-0005 Blade Removal Tool

490-850-0008 Oil Siphon

490-900-0045 Oil Filter Wrench

SPW-136 Spark Plug Wrench

490-325-0022 16 oz. Tire & Tube Sealant By Tire Science

490-325-0020 32 oz. Tire & Tube Sealant By Tire Science

490-850-0014 Tire Aid Deluxe Tire Plug Kit By Tire Science

22216 32 oz STA-BIL

33
 FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of
California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS)
warranty on your outdoor 2006 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new
outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and
later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S. EPA small off-road, spark ignition engine regulations. MTD
Consumer Group Inc must warrant the ECS on your outdoor equipment engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of outdoor equipment engine.
Your ECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps,
valves, canisters, filters, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.
Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your outdoor equipment engine at no cost to you including
diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This emission control system is warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your outdoor equipment engine is defective, the part
will be repaired or replaced by MTD CONSUMER GROUP INC.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the outdoor equipment engine owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. MTD
Consumer Group Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outdoor equipment engine, but MTD Consumer
Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts.
As the outdoor equipment engine owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if
your outdoor equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your outdoor equipment engine to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s distribution center or service center as soon
as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question
regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310 or via email at
http://support.mtdproducts.com

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:

MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the outdoor equipment engine is: Designed,
built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations; and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure
of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc’s application for certification.
The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The
warranty period is two years.
Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows:
1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for
the warranty period stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD
Consumer Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the
remainder of the period.
2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period
stated above. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.
3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the
period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part
will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under
warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge
to the owner.
5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to
service the subject engines or equipment.
6. The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective,
emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.
7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under
warranty of any warranted part.
8. Throughout the off-road engine and equipment warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of
warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts.
9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to
the owner. Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.
10. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or
modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to
warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.

WARRANTED PARTS:
The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if
MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment engine has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that
such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding,
any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed, and properly operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty
coverage. Further, the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were present on the off-road engine and equipment purchased.
The following emission warranty parts are covered (if applicable):
1. Fuel Metering System
• Cold start enrichment system (soft choke)
• Carburetor and internal parts (or fuel injection system)
• Fuel pump
• Fuel tank
2. Air Induction System
• Air cleaner
• Intake manifold
3. Ignition System
• Spark plug(s)
• Magneto ignition system
4. Exhaust System
• Catalytic converter
• SAI (Reed valve)
5. Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System
• Vacuum, temperature, position, time sensitive valves and switches
• Connectors and assemblies
6. Evaporative Control
• Fuel hose
• Fuel hose clamps
• Tethered fuel cap
• Carbon canister
• Vapor lines

GDOC-100223 Rev. A
 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with c. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade
respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments,
and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited deck adjustments, and normal deterioration of the exterior finish
with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/ due to use or exposure.
or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “Troy-Bilt”). d. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service
This warranty is in addition to any applicable emissions warranty dealer.
provided with your product. e. Troy-Bilt does not extend any warranty for products sold or
“Troy-Bilt” warrants this product (excluding its Normal Wear Parts exported outside of the United States and/or Canada, and their
and Attachments as described below) against defects in material and respective possessions and territories, except those sold through
workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of Troy-Bilt’s authorized channels of export distribution.
original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, f. Replacement parts that are not genuine Troy-Bilt parts.
any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This
limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and g. Transportation charges and service calls.
maintained in accordance with the Operator’s Manual furnished with h. Troy-Bilt does not warrant this product for commercial use.
the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of
use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism,
theft, fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster.
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, applies
Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory after the applicable period of express written warranty above
or attachment not approved by Troy-Bilt for use with the product(s) as to the parts as identified. No other express warranty,
covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting whether written or oral, except as mentioned above, given
damage. by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with
respect to any product, shall bind Troy-Bilt. During the period
Normal Wear Parts are warranted to be free from defects in material
of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement
and workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of
of the product as set forth above.
purchase. Normal wear parts include, but are not limited to items such
as: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, tines, grass bags, wheels, The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole
rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, friction wheels, and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. Troy-Bilt shall
shave plates, auger spiral rubber and tires. not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage
Attachments — Troy-Bilt warrants attachments for this product against including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute
defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to
commencing on the date of the attachment’s original purchase or temporarily replace a warranted product.
lease. Attachments include, but are not limited to items such as: grass Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
collectors and mulch kits. or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to
PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service dealer. To you.
locate the dealer in your area: In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of
In the U.S.A. the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features
of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and
Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131,
liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483,
others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use
1-330-558-7220 or log on to our Web site at www.troybilt.com.
the product.
In Canada
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original
Contact MTD Products Limited, Kitchener, ON N2G 4J1, or call 1-800- purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift.
668-1238 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdcanada.com.
HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases: warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items may rights which vary from state to state.
carry a separate manufacturer’s warranty. Refer to applicable IMPORTANT: Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to
manufacturer’s warranty for terms and conditions. obtain warranty coverage.
b. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one-
year warranty.

Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220
MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238
GDOC-100020 REV. A