Troy-Bilt E682L-Horse, 68J-Horse, E686N-Horse manual Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Calling Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Features and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Attachments & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Warrany Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Rear-tine Tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the infor- mation from it in the space provided below. This information is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer.

You can locate the model number by looking at the rear surface of the tine shield. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below

Copy Model Number Here

TROY-BILT LLC Copy Serial Number Here

P. O. BOX 361131 www.troybilt.com CLEVELAND, OH 44136 330-558-7220 866-840-6483

ENGINE INFORMATION

The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, speci- fications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual packed sepa- rately with your unit for more information.

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.

Call 1- (330) 558-7220or 1- (866) 840-6483to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call .

For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.troybilt.com

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert SymbolKeep children and pets away Use slower wheel, tine and engine speedsOperating Symbols To Avoid Serious InjuryInspect Unit Tools/Materials Needed for AssemblyIntroduction Attach HandlebarMove Tiller Off Shipping Platform Front TillerCheck Gear Oil Levels Remove the temporary screw J, FigureAdd Motor Oil to Engine Adjust Air Pressure in TiresAttach Engine Throttle Lever and Cable Oil Level HoleTo Avoid Personal Injury or Property Damage Install Battery CablesConnect the Wire Harness Receptacle Never bring a gas can near the positiveForward Interlock Levers PTO Attachments FeatureWheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever EngineTines/PTO Clutch Lever Handlebar Height Adjustment LeverWheel Speed Lever Depth Regulator LeverMove the engine Throttle lever to Stop position Keyswitch StarterEngine Controls Engine Throttle Lever Break-In Operation Following steps describe how to start and stop the enginePre-Start Checklist Starting and Stopping the EngineMove the throttle speed control to Fast setting when tilling Move engine throttle lever -2 away from StopStopping the Engine and Tiller Cold Weather OperationOperating the Tiller Moving the Tiller Forward and TillingTo Stop the Engine Moving the Tiller in ReverseStopping Reverse Motion Making TurnsLoading and Unloading the Tiller Testing the Forward Interlock Safety SystemHow to Check the Interlock System Transporting The Tiller Around Your PropertyUnloading the Tiller Changing Speed BeltsLoading the Tiller Changing Belt From LOW Range to High RangeMove the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever into Neutral Choosing Wheel Tine SpeedsChanging Belt From High Range to LOW Range Go to right side of tiller and finish seating the beltAvoid tilling wet, soggy soil Let the tiller do the workTilling depths To help avoid personal injury, be awareTilling on slopes Avoid making footprintsSuggested tilling patterns Tilling up and down slopesClearing the tines Terrace GardeningTilling Under Corn Power CompostingWide-Row Planting Soil Enrichment IdeaMove the tiller to level ground Removing And Replacing The Tine AttachmentRemoving Tine Attachment To Avoid Personal Injury or Damage to EquipmentGuide Pin Mounting Hole Installing the Tine AttachmentSetting Up Stationary Attachments Move the two swing-bolts intoOperating Stationary Attachments Setting Up Non-Powered Attach- mentsStarting The Engine Stopping the EngineHours ProcedureEvery Tighten Bolts and Nuts Tiller LubricationChecking for Oil Leaks Transmission Gear Oil MaintenanceChecking the Power Unit Oil Level Checking Gear Oil LevelsFor Dipsticks With Hot/Cold Markings Adding or Changing Gear OilChecking the Tine Attachment Oil Level If the level is incorrect, see Adding or Changing Gear OilAdding Gear Oil to the Tine Attachment Transmission Adding Gear Oil to PTO Power Unit TransmissionDraining and Filling PTO Power Unit Transmission Draining and Filling the Tine Attachment TransmissionHow to Measure Belt Tension Drive Belt MaintenanceMeasuring and Adjusting Drive Belt Tension Belt Adjustment ToolReplacing the Drive Belt Replacing the Drive BeltRemoving the Belt Reverse Drive System Maintenance Reverse Disc InspectionChecking and Adjusting Reverse Disc Checking and Adjusting Reverse the Drive SystemInstalling a New Reverse Disc Replacing the Reverse DiscChecking Tines for Wear Bolo Tine MaintenanceAdjusting Reverse Drive Removing Tine Holder Assembly Single Tine ReplacementRemoving and Replacing a Tine Holder Assembly Replacing Tines Holder AssemblyAir Cleaner Maintenance Tine Shaft MaintenanceTire and Wheel Maintenance Spark Plug MaintenanceStoring Your Tiller Inspecting Forward Interlock Wiring SystemTesting the Forward Interlock Wiring System Eccentric Troubleshooting ProceduresLinkage Tiller Pulls To One Side Wrap-Around Bumper Guard Troy-BiltPTO Log SplitterDozer/Snow Blade Attachment Hiller/Furrower AttachmentDescription Part Description1186246 Models 682J. E686N & E682LDescription QTY 725-0157GW-9548 GW-2551 Handlebar Wire Harness AssyGW-9250 Handlebar Switch-forward GW-9119712-3017 710-3005GW-1113-1 GW-20795Wheel Speed LEVER, Belt Drive SYSTEM, ENGINES, Wheels Engines and Engine Mount Wheel Speed LeverBelt Drive System Wheel & Tire AssembliesPower Unit Transmission Assemblies Bracket Assemblies Drive Shaft AssemblyPinion Shaft Assembly From Models 682J & E682LPart Description QTY Transmission HousingTransmission Assembly Miscellaneous PartsParts List Tiller Drive Shaft Assembly Transmission Housing and DipstickBolo Tine Assemblies Standard Tilling Tines Description QTY Custom Tilling TinesModels E686N & E682L 1908118 Wire Harness & Connecting GW-96515 Cable-battery, positive and negativeGW-2614 Battery Hold-down Clamp-with GW-97020736-0921 Bumper Attachment. Includes Ref. Nos through 1910730710-3181 1909748Page Page Page TROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty