Troy-Bilt E666M-Pony 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 Customer Support Table of ContentsFinding Model Number Safety Alert Symbol TrainingPreparation OperationUse slower engine speeds Maintenance and StorageKeep children and pets away Decals To Avoid Serious InjuryHardware BAG Parts List IntroductionInspect Unit Attach HandlebarsAssistance Attach Reverse Clutch Control CableAttach Forward Clutch Control Cable Attach Wheel Gear Lever Check AIR Pressure in TiresMarked Neg Positive terminal to help protect it from corrosionTo Operate the Forward Clutch Control Wheel Gear LeverForward Clutch Control Engine Controls Reverse Clutch ControlDepth Regulator Engine Throttle Control LeverBREAK-IN Operation PRE-START ChecklistStarting and Stopping Engine Operating the Tiller Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Release all controls on the tillerFor 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 TillerCheck Tire Pressure Maintenance ScheduleCheck Hardware Transmission Gear OIL Service Using a clean funnel, slowly add SAECheck 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 Parts List Part Description QTYENGINE, Support BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, Belt Cover 710-0539 Transmission HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS, Plugs 721-04044Drive SHAFT, Input Pinion Shaft and Gear Assemblies Main Drive ShaftWheel SHAFT, Eccentric Shaft and Tiller Shaft Assemblies Bolo TINES, Wheels Description QTYBumper OEM-290-254 Bumper AttachmentOEM-290-254 HOOD, Bracket and Depth Regulator Model E666M Electric Start Assembly Cable ground wire to starter Motor bracketTROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty
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