Troy-Bilt 682J, E686N, E682L manual Adding Gear Oil to PTO Power Unit Transmission

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Section 5: Maintenance

WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key, if so equipped.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

Adding Gear Oil to the

PTO Power Unit Transmission

1.Do steps 1 and 2 of Checking the Power Unit Oil Level on page 32.

2.Using a 3/4" wrench (or socket), remove the bolt securing the handlebar base to the top of the transmission (prop the handlebars first to prevent them from falling).

Then, unplug the Forward Interlock wire harness receptacle at the bottom of the handlebars. Set the handlebar base and bolt aside on a clean surface. The bolt hole in the top of the transmission is the gear oil fill hole (A, Figure 5-9).

3.Slowly pour gear oil through a clean funnel into the transmission. Stop when gear oil begins to flow from the oil level check hole on the left side of the trans- mission (B, Figure 5-7).

4.Reinstall the oil level check plug. Tighten it securely.

5.Reinstall the handlebars using the mounting bolt previously removed. Align the handlebars so they point straight backwards, not at an angle. Then tighten the mounting bolt securely.

6.Reconnect the Forward Interlock wire harness to the receptacle. Be certain it’s secure.

7.Test operation of the Forward Interlock Safety System. See Section 4 for a procedure.

Draining and Filling the

PTO Power Unit Transmission

1.Place a shallow pan under the trans- mission gear oil drain plug (B, Figure 5-9).

2.Remove the oil level check plug (Figure 5-7) with a 3/8" wrench. This vents the transmission for faster oil draining.

A

B

Figure 5-9: Gear oil fill hole (A) and gear oil drain location (B).

3.Using the 3/8" wrench, remove the drain plug (B, Figure 5-9). The gear oil will drain quite slowly since it is thick. After about two quarts have drained, tilt the tiller forward so any oil at the rear of the transmission will drain out.

4.Clean the drain plug threads, put non- hardening gasket sealant on the threads, and reinstall plug.

5.Refill the transmission with the correct amount of gear oil before operating the tiller again. When oil seeps from the oil level check hole, the right amount of gear oil has been added. Replace all plugs.

Adding Gear Oil to the Tine

Attachment Transmission

1.Select the right Depth Regulator Lever setting:

a.If filling an empty transmission, raise the Depth Regulator Lever so tines are on the ground.

b.If topping off the gear oil, move Depth Regulator Lever down to engage its top notch.

2.Remove dipstick from tine attachment (Figure 5-8).

3.Slowly add gear oil in the dipstick hole. Add 1/2-ounce at a time to avoid overfill- ing. It takes about 12-1/2 ounces.

4.Take dipstick readings frequently. Stop when oil reaches “Cold” range marking on dipstick. Replace dipstick securely.

Draining and Filling the Tine

Attachment Transmission

1.The tine attachment transmission is not equipped with an oil drain plug. To drain just a small amount of gear oil, remove the dipstick and tilt the attach- ment forward (first uncoupling it from the Power Unit).

2.For complete drainage, remove the left- side tine assembly (refer to Bolo Tine Maintenance for instructions), then remove just one of the lower screws from the tiller housing cover (Figure 5-10). To speed drainage, remove the tine attach- ment dipstick to vent transmission.

Figure 5-10: Remove housing cover screw to drain tine attachment transmission gear oil.

NOTE: If you find a plastic washer on the cover screw you remove, discard the washer. There is no need to install a replacement washer.

3.Once all gear oil has drained, reinstall the housing cover screw securely (first coat its threads with non-hardening gasket sealant).

4.Be certain to refill the transmission with the correct amount of gear oil before

operating the tiller again.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert SymbolUse slower wheel, tine and engine speeds SafetyKeep children and pets away Maintenance and Storage Operating SymbolsTools/Materials Needed for Assembly IntroductionInspect Unit Attach HandlebarAssembly Move Tiller Off Shipping PlatformCheck 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 LeverMove the engine Throttle lever to Stop position Keyswitch StarterEngine Controls Engine Throttle Lever Following steps describe how to start and stop the engine Pre-Start ChecklistBreak-In Operation Starting and Stopping the EngineOperation Move engine throttle lever -2 away from StopCold 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 GardeningSoil Enrichment Idea Wide-Row PlantingTilling Under Corn Removing And Replacing The Tine Attachment Removing Tine AttachmentMove the tiller to level ground Place Wheel Speed Lever into Free Wheel FigureInstalling the Tine Attachment Setting Up Stationary AttachmentsGuide Pin Mounting Hole Move the two swing-bolts intoSetting Up Non-Powered Attach- ments Starting The EngineOperating Stationary Attachments Stopping the EngineEvery HoursTiller Lubrication MaintenanceTighten Bolts and Nuts Transmission Gear Oil Maintenance Checking the Power Unit Oil LevelChecking for Oil Leaks Checking Gear Oil LevelsAdding or Changing Gear Oil Checking the Tine Attachment Oil LevelFor Dipsticks With Hot/Cold Markings If the level is incorrect, see Adding or Changing Gear OilAdding Gear Oil to PTO Power Unit Transmission Draining and Filling PTO Power Unit TransmissionAdding Gear Oil to the Tine Attachment Transmission Draining and Filling the Tine Attachment TransmissionDrive Belt Maintenance Measuring and Adjusting Drive Belt TensionHow to Measure Belt Tension Belt Adjustment ToolReplacing the Drive Belt Replacing the Drive BeltRemoving the Belt Reverse Drive System Maintenance Reverse Disc InspectionChecking and Adjusting Reverse the Drive System Installing a New Reverse DiscChecking and Adjusting Reverse Disc Replacing the Reverse DiscChecking Tines for Wear Bolo Tine MaintenanceAdjusting Reverse Drive 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 Spark Plug MaintenanceStoring Your Tiller Inspecting Forward Interlock Wiring SystemTesting the Forward Interlock Wiring System Appendix a Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ProceduresLinkage EccentricTiller Pulls To One Side Row Marker Attachment 290-258-081 290-257-081Dozer/Snow Blade Attachment Wrap-Around Bumper GuardPage TROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty

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