Troy-Bilt E666M, 664D, 665B manual OFF Season Storage, Bolo Tines, Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment

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20Section 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 the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped.

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

WHEEL GEAR CABLE ADJUSTMENT

OFF SEASON STORAGE

When the Wheel Gear Lever is in DISEN-

When the tiller won’t be used for

GAGE, the wheels will roll freely (free-

extended periods, prepare it for storage

wheel). The wheels should not roll freely

as follows:

when the lever is in ENGAGE. If the

1. Clean the tiller and engine.

wheels roll freely when the Wheel Gear

2. Do routine tiller lubrication and check

Lever is in ENGAGE, the wheel gear cable

for loose parts and hardware.

needs to be adjusted as described below.

3. Protect the engine and perform recom-

1. With the engine shut off and the spark

mended engine maintenance by following

plug wire disconnected, put the Wheel

the engine storage instructions found in

Gear Lever in ENGAGE.

the separate Engine Owner’s Manual.

2. Loosen the top adjustment nut (A,

NOTE: Be sure to protect the fuel lines,

Figure 5-4) on the wheel gear cable

carburetor and fuel tank from gum

bracket that is located on the left side rear

deposits by removing fuel or by treating

of the transmission.

fuel with a fuel stabilizer (follow engine

3. Push the wheel gear cable (B) down

manufacturer’s recommendations).

and roll the tiller slightly forward or back-

4. On electric start units, follow “Battery

ward until the eccentric lever (C) engages

Storage” instructions in this Section.

(locks) the wheels. Hold the cable in that

5. Store unit in a clean, dry area.

position and tighten the top (A) and

6. Never store the tiller with fuel in the

bottom (D) adjustment nuts.

4. Move the Wheel Gear Lever to

fuel tank in an enclosed area where gas

fumes could reach an open flame or

ENGAGE and DISENGAGE several times

spark, or where ignition sources are

to check the adjustment. The wheels

present (space heaters, hot water heaters,

should not roll when the lever is in

furnaces, etc.).

ENGAGE, but they should roll when the

 

lever is in DISENGAGE. Readjust the

BOLO TINES

cable as required.

 

The tines will wear with use and should

 

be inspected at the beginning of each

B

tilling season and after every 30 operating

hours. Tines can be replaced individually

 

A

or as a complete set. Never inspect or

service the tines unless the engine is

 

D

stopped, the spark plug wire is discon-

 

nected, and the ignition key is removed

C

on electric start models.

A. Tine Inspection:

 

Figure 5-4: Wheel gear cable assembly.

With use, the tines will become shorter,

narrower and pointed (Figure 5-5). Badly

 

worn tines will result in a loss of tilling

 

depth and reduced effectiveness when

 

chopping up and turning under organic

 

matter. Use Figure 5-5 as a guide to

 

when the tines should be replaced.

Moderate Wear

New

Tine

Replace

Figure 5-5: Checking tines for wear.

B. Removing a Single Tine:

1.Remove the two screws and nuts that attach a single tine to the tine holder (Figure 5-6). If needed, use penetrating oil to help free the nuts.

2.When installing a single tine, be sure to position it so that its cutting edge will enter the soil first as the tiller moves forward.

C. Removing a Tine Assembly:

1.If removing both tine assemblies, mark them “left” and “right” before removal. Doing so will help ensure that the assem- blies are reinstalled on the correct sides of the tiller.

2.Remove the screw and locknut that secure the tine assembly to the tine shaft (Photo 5-7). Pull the tine assembly off the shaft (if necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap the tine assembly outward).

3.Before reinstalling the tine assembly, inspect the tine shaft for rust, rough spots or burrs and file or sand as needed. Apply a thin coat of grease to the shaft.

4.Install each tine assembly so that the cutting edge of the tines will enter the soil first when the tiller moves forward. Secure the tine assembly to the tine shaft using the screw and locknut previously removed. Tighten securely.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Finding Model NumberEngine Information Calling Customer SupportSafety Safety Alert SymbolTraining PreparationMaintenance and Storage SafetyKeep children and pets away Use slower engine speedsDecals To Avoid Serious InjuryAssembly Hardware BAG Parts ListIntroduction Inspect UnitAssistance Attach Reverse Clutch Control CableAttach Forward Clutch Control Cable Assembly Attach Wheel Gear LeverCheck AIR Pressure in Tires Marked NegFeatures and Controls Wheel Gear LeverForward Clutch Control To Operate the Forward Clutch ControlFeatures and Controls Engine ControlsReverse Clutch Control Depth RegulatorPRE-START Checklist OperationStarting and Stopping Engine BREAK-IN OperationOperating the Tiller OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineFor reverse motion of the wheels and tines Stopping the Tiller and EngineTilling Tips & Techniques Choosing correct wheel and tine speedsTerrace Gardening Tilling across slopes without using terracesTilling up and down slopes Power Composting Loading and Unloading the TillerMaintenance Maintenance ScheduleCheck Hardware Check Tire PressureMaintenance Transmission Gear OIL ServiceCheck for OIL Leaks To Check Transmission Gear Oil LevelEngine Cleaning Engine OIL ServiceAIR Cleaner Service Spark Plug ServiceBolo Tines Wheel Gear Cable AdjustmentOFF Season Storage Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension Cutting Edge TineChecking and Adjusting Reverse Clutch Belt Tension Checking Forward Belt TensionInstalling Forward Clutch Belt Removing Forward Clutch BeltRemoving Reverse Clutch Belt Reverse Clutch Belt Removal and ReplacementInstalling Reverse Clutch Belt Battery Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause CorrectionROW MARKER- Model OEM-290-257 Bumper Model OEM-290-254HILLER/FURROWER Model OEM-290-251 TROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty
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