Troy-Bilt 654J manual Operator’s Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Rear-tine Tiller

654J—Thoroughbred

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 769-01146.fm

 

(3/17/2004)

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Contents Operator’s Manual Finding Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Training Important Safe Operation PracticesPreparation OperationMaintenance and Storage Adjacent areas Safety Labels Found on Your TillerAssembling the Tiller Tools Needed for AssemblyAttaching the Handle Attaching the Control Box Gas and Oil Fill-up Attaching the Shift CableGasoline OilEngine Know Your TillerStarter Handle Wheel Engagement HandleTine Direction Selector Tine Engagement Lever Handle Height AdjusterDepth Regulator Lever Pre-Start Checklist Safety Interlock SystemStarting Engine Operating the Tiller Stopping EngineStopping the Tiller and Engine Tilling Depths Tilling Tips & TechniquesLoading and Unloading the Tiller Tilling Tips & Techniques CON’TCleaning the Tiller Maintenance and AdjustmentsEngine LubricationChanging Oil AdjustmentsChecking Oil Level Checking HardwareTine Engagement Cables Shift CableWheel Engagement Cable Changing the Belts ServiceTine Drive Belts Page Wheel Drive Belt ViewTines Removing and Installing TinesTine Inspection TiresProblem Possible Cause Correction TroubleshootingWheels and Tines Model 654J Parts ListHandlebar and Controls Spring, Compression, .39x.60 x .88 Lg 46 a 686-04034 Transmission Ring, Retaining, External, 1.188 Dia Shaft Tine Shield Page TROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty