Troy-Bilt E682J-Horse manual Testing the Forward Interlock Safety System, Operation, Danger

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Transporting The Tiller Around Your Property

Section 4: Operation

4.When the turn is complete, shift to NEUTRAL and lower the handlebars. Move Tines/PTO Clutch Lever back to ENGAGE position and resume forward operation.

Transporting The Tiller Around Your Property

When the engine is running, the tiller’s powered wheels make moving the tiller to and from the garden easy. If the engine is not running set the Wheel Speed Lever to FREEWHEEL position to roll the tiller to another location.

WARNING

To help avoid personal injury from revolving tines, always put the Tines/PTO Clutch Lever in DISENGAGE position before transporting, loading, or unloading tiller.

1.Place the Tines/PTO Clutch Lever in DISENGAGE position.

2.Move Depth Regulator Lever down all the way into the Travel setting.

3.If using engine power, move Wheel Speed Lever to either SLOW or FAST, and use the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever to drive the wheels.

4.If the engine is stopped, move Wheel Speed Lever to FREEWHEEL, and manually push tiller.

Testing the Forward

Interlock Safety System

The Forward Interlock Safety System is designed to shut the tiller engine off immediately if you lose control and cannot stop moving FORWARD by shifting the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever into NEUTRAL. When you release both Forward Interlock Levers, they send ground to the ignition system thereby stopping the engine. Squeezing one or both levers up against the handlebars enables the ignition system; therefore, you must squeeze at least one lever whenever the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever is engaged in FORWARD.

IMPORTANT: The interlock system also prevents the engine from starting if the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever is engaged in FORWARD.

DANGER

The Forward Interlock Safety System is designed for the operator’s safety. Do not disconnect or attempt to defeat the purpose of the system. If the system malfunctions, immediately contact your local authorized dealer or the TROY-BILT Technical Service Depart- ment for assistance. Do not use the tiller or the PTO power unit until the Forward Interlock Safety System is functioning properly. Always test the system before using the tiller or PTO power unit.

How to Check the Interlock System

The Forward Interlock System has an electro-mechanical design, and so is subject to normal wear and possible mal- function. Check the system for proper operation each time prior to using the tiller or PTO power unit.

Figure 4-6: Plug and receptacle of Forward Interlock Safety System must be securely connected.

To test the Forward Interlock System:

1.Move tiller outside to level ground. Remove any obstacles.

2.Check that the Forward Interlock wire harness plug, at the bottom of the handle- bars (Figure 4-6), is securely connected to the receptacle on the top, right side of the transmission.

3.Move Wheel Speed Lever (Figure 4-2) to SLOW position and move Tines/ PTO Clutch Lever to DISENGAGE.

4.Start engine as described under Starting and Stopping the Engine, in this section. Set engine throttle lever to SLOW, and let engine warm up.

5.Squeeze and hold just one of the Forward Interlock Levers against the handlebar grip while moving the Wheels/ Tines/ PTO Drive Lever down to FORWARD (Figure 4-3). As the tiller moves forward, release the Forward Inter- lock Lever briefly. The engine should start to stall out if the interlock system is working properly. If it does start to stall, quickly squeeze the lever up against the handlebar grip, and then return the Wheels/ Tines/ PTO Drive Lever to NEUTRAL. Repeat this test to check that the engine begins to stall out when the other Forward Interlock Lever is released.

6.If the engine does not begin to shut off when either Forward Interlock lever is released, shut the engine off, remove the key (if electric start), and do not operate the tiller or PTO power unit until the system has been repaired and is func- tioning properly.

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible damage to the Forward Interlock Safety system, do not use high-pressure sprays near the wire harness receptacle or neutral plunger assembly.

Loading and Unloading the Tiller

The following provides information on tiller loading, unloading, and requirements before loading and unloading the tiller. Read the following instructions carefully before attempting to load or unload your tiller.

Before Loading or Unloading the Tiller

•Ramps must be strong enough to support the combined weight of the tiller and handlers. They should provide good traction to prevent slipping; they should have side rails to guide the tiller along the ramps; and they should have a locking device to secure them to the vehicle.

•Handlers should wear sturdy footwear that will help to prevent slipping.

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Contents PRINTED IN USA IMPORTANTREAD SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYTROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131, CLEVELAND, OH FORM NO. 770-10598AFINDING MODEL NUMBER TABLE OF CONTENTSContent ENGINE INFORMATIONSection 1 SafetySafety Alert Symbol TrainingSection 1 Safety c. Use slower wheel, tine and engine speedsAntidotes Decals Maintenance and StorageOperating Symbols TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURYLoose Parts List Qty. Description 2 AssemblyTools/Materials Needed for Assembly IntroductionWire Section 2 AssemblyAdjustment STEP 4 Connect Forward Interlock Wire HarnessSTEP 6 Check Gear Oil Levels STEP 7 Add Motor Oil to Engine STEP 9 Adjust Air Pressure in TiresSTEP 8 Attach Engine Throttle Lever and Cable Oil Level HoleSTEP 1 Connect the Wire Harness Receptacle STEP 2 Install the Battery CablesBattery produces explosive gases ASSEMBLING THE ELECTRIC START SYSTEMG F A B E C D 3 Features and ControlsPTO Attachments Feature Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive LeverWheel Speed Lever Section 3 Features and ControlsHandlebar Height Adjustment Lever Tines/PTO Clutch LeverEngine Controls Section 3 Features and ControlsKeyswitch Starter Engine Throttle LeverINTRODUCTION Pre-Start Checklist4 Operation Break-In OperationTo help prevent serious personal injury or damage to equipment Section 4 OperationStarting the Engine Avoid engine muffler and nearbyStopping 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 RangeChoosing Wheel and Tine Speeds Changing Belt From HIGH Range to LOW RangeTABLE 2-4 WHEEL SPEED AND BELT RANGE SELECTION GUIDE Use shallow depth regulator settings. Till gradually deeperTilling Tips & Techniques Let the tiller do the workSuggested tilling patterns Do not use FAST wheel speed position when on sloped groundAvoid making footprints Tilling on slopesClearing the tines B. Terrace GardeningTilling Under Corn POWER COMPOSTINGWide-Row Planting Soil Enrichment IdeaRemoving And Replacing The Tine Attachment PTO POWER UNITVERY IMPORTANT Removing Tine AttachmentSetting Up Stationary Attachments PTO POWER UNIT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSInstalling the Tine Attachment Guide Pin Mounting HoleOperating Stationary Attachments Setting Up Non-Powered Attach- mentsStarting The Engine Stopping the EnginePROCEDURE 5 MaintenanceREQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EverySection 5 Maintenance Tighten Bolts and NutsTiller Lubrication Checking for Oil Leaks Transmission Gear Oil MaintenanceChecking the Power Unit Oil Level Checking Gear Oil LevelsAdding or Changing Gear Oil Checking the Tine Attachment Oil LevelFor Dipsticks With Hot/Cold Markings Adding Gear Oil to the Tine Attachment Transmission Adding Gear Oil to the PTO Power Unit TransmissionDraining and Filling the PTO Power Unit Transmission Draining and Filling the Tine Attachment TransmissionHow to Measure Belt Tension Drive Belt MaintenanceMeasuring and Adjusting Drive Belt Tension 5/16 1/4 Belt Adjustment ToolReplacing the Drive Belt Replacing the Drive BeltRemoving the Belt Push Belt UPReverse Drive System Maintenance Reverse Disc InspectionChecking and Adjusting Reverse Disc Checking and Adjusting Reverse the Drive SystemInstalling a New Reverse Disc Replacing the Reverse DiscAdjustment Bolt Jam Nut Bolo Tine MaintenanceAdjusting Reverse Drive Checking Tines for WearRemoving 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 MaintenanceInspecting Forward Interlock Wiring System Testing the Forward Interlock Wiring SystemStoring Your Tiller PROBLEM Appendix A TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Procedures CHECK OR TESTSee Troubleshooting the Forward Interlock Safety System in Section 5 Tines Turn, But Wheels Won’tTroy-Bilt PTO Log Splitter Appendix B Attachments & AccessoriesWheel Weights Dozer/Snow Blade AttachmentPART 6 Parts ListWHEELS/TINES/PTO DRIVE LEVER & YOKE ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTIONParts List FORWARD INTERLOCK SYSTEMHANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY DEPTH REGULATOR & TINE HOOD ASSEMBLIES WHEEL SPEED LEVER, BELT DRIVE SYSTEM, ENGINES, WHEELS See Page See PageENGINES AND ENGINE MOUNT WHEEL SPEED LEVERBELT DRIVE SYSTEM WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLIESPOWER UNIT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIES BRACKET ASSEMBLIES DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLYPINION SHAFT ASSEMBLY continued on pagePOWER UNIT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIES Continued from page MODELS 682J & E682LTRANSMISSION HOUSING TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLYMISCELLANEOUS PARTS THAT CAN NOT BE REUSED WITHOUT RISKING THE TILLER ATTACHMENT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIESNOTE 1 THESE SCREWS HAVE A SPECIAL SEALING DESIGN LOSS OF TRANSMISSION OIL. IF THESE SCREWSTILLER DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY TRANSMISSION HOUSING AND DIPSTICKBOLO TINE ASSEMBLIES CUSTOM TILLING TINES ELECTRIC START SYSTEM MODEL E682LDESCRIPTION BUMPER ATTACHMENT Page Page Page TROY-BILT TILLER LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio
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