Troy-Bilt 683-Horse, E683F-Horse Features and Controls, Wheel Speed Lever, Tines/PTO Clutch Lever

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Section 3: Features and Controls

Verify Position of Clutch Roller

When you shift between FORWARD, NEUTRAL and REVERSE, the clutch roller at the base of the Wheels/Tines/ PTO Drive Lever should be positioned as shown in Figures 3-2, 3-3 and 3-4. Verify the position of the clutch roller as you shift the lever. If it is not positioned correctly, contact the Factory or see your local authorized dealer.

G

H

Figure 3-2: FORWARD position; roller

(G)rests under the adjustment block

G

H

Figure 3-3: NEUTRAL position; roller

(G)rests against middle area of the adjustment block (H).

G

H

Figure 3-4: REVERSE position; roller

(G)rests against upper area of the ad- justment block (H).

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If both Forward Interlock Levers are released before first returning the Wheels/ Tines/PTO Drive Lever to NEUTRAL, the engine will stop.

IMPORTANT: The Forward Interlock Levers are a safety control that stops the engine should you lose control while going forward and cannot shift into

NEUTRAL.

Wheel Speed Lever

Use the Wheel Speed Lever (C, Fig. 3-1) to select one of three operating positions: SLOW, FAST or FREEWHEEL.

SLOW – Lever moved all the way down. Most effective for normal tilling or for low-speed transport.

FAST – Lever moved all the way up. Most effective for cultivating or for fast- speed transport.

FREEWHEEL – Lever in between SLOW and FAST (wheels will roll freely). Used when transporting the machine on level ground without engine power, and when using stationary PTO attachments.

IMPORTANT: To avoid transmission damage, always move Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever into NEUTRAL before shifting the Wheel Speed Lever.

IMPORTANT: When shifting into SLOW or FAST, gently roll the machine forward or backward to help fully engage the wheel gears. When engaged, the wheels will not turn unless the engine is running and the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever is engaged in FORWARD or REVERSE.

Tines/PTO Clutch Lever

Use this lever (D, Figure 3-1) to engage or disengage power from the transmission PTO clutch to the tines or any PTO attach- ment. This control has two operating positions: ENGAGE and DISENGAGE.

ENGAGE – Lever moved into detent slot farthest from engine. Use this position to operate tines or other PTO attachments. After shifting to ENGAGE, briefly operate machine in FORWARD to help fully engage the PTO clutch.

DISENGAGE – Lever moved into detent slot nearest engine. Use this position to disengage power to tines or other PTO attachments before transporting, loading, turning, or operating in reverse.

IMPORTANT: To avoid transmission damage, always move the Wheels/Tines/ PTO Drive Lever into NEUTRAL before shifting the Tines/PTO Clutch Lever.

Depth Regulator Lever

Use this lever (E, Figure 3-1) to regulate the tilling depth of the tines. This control also has a TRAVEL position, which enables transport with the tines off the ground.

To operate the lever, lift up on the handle- bars, pull the Depth Regulator Lever straight back, and then slide it up or down to one of the eight detent height settings.

The eight detent positions offer a range of tine height settings. This enables you to select the height that is most effective for a particular condition. The top detent position is the TRAVEL setting. Use the second or third detent from the top for shallow tilling and cultivating. Use the other detents for deeper tilling and for power composting.

WARNING

To a v o i d p e r s o n a l i n j u r y , always place the tines in the TRAVEL position before starting the engine. This prevents the tines from touching the ground until you are ready to begin tilling.

Handlebar Height Adjustment Lever

Use this lever (F, Figure 3-1) to adjust the handlebars to one of two height settings.

1.To change the height, hold the handle- bars with one hand and loosen the lever in a counterclockwise direction.

2.Move the handlebars to one of the two preset height settings.

3.Retighten the lever.

NOTE: You can swap the positions of the inside handlebar ratchets to change the two preset settings by approximately four inches higher or lower. See Section 2, Step 2: Attach Handlebar for detailed assembly information.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Safety Alert Symbol Before cleaning, repairing, orSafety Tines/PTO Drive Lever intoAll controls. Do not attempt to Restrain the tillerOperating Symbols Various symbols shown here, with wordYour unit may not have all of the symbols Descriptions are used on the tiller and engineTools/Materials Needed for Assembly IntroductionInspect Unit Attach HandlebarAssembly Connect Wire HarnessMove Tiller Off Shipping Platform Left-Side Clamp NutCheck Gear Oil Levels Remove the temporary screw J, FigureAdjust Air Pressure in Tires Attach Engine Throttle Lever and CableAdd Motor Oil to Engine Oil Level HoleInstall Battery Cables Connect the Wire Harness ReceptacleTo Avoid Personal Injury or Property Damage Never bring a gas can near the positivePTO Attachments Feature Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive LeverForward Interlock Levers EngineFeatures and Controls Handlebar Height Adjustment LeverWheel Speed Lever Tines/PTO Clutch LeverKeyswitch Starter Engine Controls Engine Throttle LeverFollowing steps describe how to start and stop the engine Pre-Start ChecklistBreak-In Operation Starting and Stopping the EngineOperation Starting the EngineMove engine throttle lever -2 away from Stop Cold Weather Operation Operating the TillerStopping the Engine and Tiller Moving the Tiller Forward and TillingMoving the Tiller in Reverse Stopping Reverse MotionTo Stop the Engine Making TurnsTesting the Forward Interlock Safety System How to Check the Interlock SystemLoading and Unloading the Tiller Transporting The Tiller Around Your PropertyChanging Speed Belts Loading the TillerUnloading the Tiller Changing Belt From LOW Range to High RangeChoosing Wheel Tine Speeds Changing Belt From High Range to LOW RangeMove the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever into Neutral Go to right side of tiller and finish seating the beltLet the tiller do the work Tilling depthsAvoid tilling wet, soggy soil To help avoid personal injury, be awareAvoid making footprints Suggested tilling patternsTilling on slopes Tilling up and down slopesClearing the tines Terrace GardeningPower Composting Wide-Row PlantingTilling Under Corn As you move forward into a rowRemoving And Replacing The Tine Attachment Removing Tine AttachmentMove the tiller to level ground To Avoid Personal Injury or Damage to EquipmentPTO Power Unit Operating Instructions Installing the Tine AttachmentSetting Up Non-Powered Attach- ments Operating Stationary AttachmentsStopping the Engine Move Tines/PTO Clutch Lever -22 into EngageProcedure EveryHours Maintenance Tighten Bolts and NutsTiller Lubrication Transmission Gear Oil Maintenance Checking the Power Unit Oil LevelChecking for Oil Leaks Checking Gear Oil LevelsAdding or Changing Gear Oil Checking the TineImportant Two For Dipsticks With Hot/Cold MarkingsAdding Gear Oil to PTO Power Unit Transmission Reinstall the oil level check plug. Tighten it securelyDraining and Filling PTO Power Unit Transmission Adding Gear Oil to the Tine Attachment TransmissionDrive Belt Maintenance Measuring and Adjusting Drive Belt TensionHow to Measure Belt Tension Belt Adjustment ToolReplacing the Drive Belt Place the Wheels/Tines/PTO DriveRemoving the Belt Push the belt upward to create slack in the belt FigureReverse Drive System Maintenance Reverse Disc InspectionChecking and Adjusting Reverse the Drive System Installing a New Reverse DiscChecking and Adjusting Reverse Disc Replacing the Reverse DiscBolo Tine Maintenance Adjusting Reverse DriveChecking Tines for Wear Single Tine Replacement Removing and Replacing a Tine Holder AssemblyRemoving Tine Holder Assembly Replacing Tines Holder AssemblyTine Shaft Maintenance Tire and Wheel MaintenanceAir Cleaner Maintenance Throttle Cable MaintenanceInspecting Forward Interlock Wiring System Testing the Forward Interlock Wiring SystemStoring Your Tiller Troubleshooting Procedures Connecting RodLinkage EccentricAppendix a Troubleshooting Tines Turn, But Wheels Won’tWheel Weights OEM-290-266 Troy-BiltPTO Log Splitter OEM-290-258Row Marker Attachment OEM-290-257 Sweep Cultivator OEM-290-260Description QTY Part DescriptionParts List 725-04367 Handlebar Wire Harness Assy GW-9250 Handlebar Switch-forwardGW-9548 Bolt-Hex hd., flanged self-locking GW-9119710-3005 710-04049712-04065 1900864Wheel Speed LEVER, Belt Drive SYSTEM, ENGINES, Wheels Wheel Speed Lever Belt Drive SystemEngines and Engine Mount Wheel AssembliesPower Unit Transmission Assemblies Drive Shaft Assembly Pinion Shaft AssemblyFrom Transmission Housing Transmission AssemblyPart Description QTY Miscellaneous PartsParts List Tiller Drive Shaft Assembly Transmission Housing and DipstickBolo Tine Assemblies Description QTY Standard Tilling Tines Description QTY Custom Tilling TinesModels E683G & E683F GW-96515 Cable-battery, positive and negative Washers for cables and wires 736-0119725-04346 Wire Harness & Connecting GW-97020TROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019