Operator's Manual Electric Lawn Mower 18" Rear Bagger Model 707 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY (_ TROY-BILT RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY meanssymbol it is listed by product's nameplate This on the UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 FORM NO.
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge 6 ................................................................................................... Unpacking Instructions ...................................................................................... 7 Assembling Your Lawn Mower ........................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower ...............
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS! WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions, which if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol-HEED ITS WARNING.
16.Home circuit- Thismower should beoperated ona 15 31. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by AMPcircuit. Ifyouexperience difficulty instarfing witha the manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal standard 15AMPfuseorcircuitbreaker, contact your injury. nearest authorized service facility. Donotusea higher 32. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, ratedfuseorbreaker without consulting yourpower use care and good judgment. Contact your dealer or company.
Service 1. When servicing use only identical replacement parts listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!" 2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the power cord when not in use to prevent unintended starting. 3. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 4.
USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE o E SLOPES ! ql WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE I _-', I_1 I Iq I I A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING O >" 14 OR A FENCE POST ' F'O o , _,,, ON,.. , O C Ca _ E _'_ I _D O .C m N _ 15° NE _,, _ _ O3 WARNING _ c_ o. O c. _ "_ Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet).
SECTION3: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS RemoveUnitFromCarton Roll or slide the unit out of carton. Check the carton thoroughly for loose parts. NOTE: Reference to the right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. • Remove staples, break glue on the top flaps, or cut the tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open the carton. • Remove any loose parts included with the unit (i.e., operator's manual, etc.). • Cut the corners and lay the carton down flat.
Inner Hole • Lift the mulching plug. • Slide the two hooks on the side discharge deflector under the hinge pin on the mulching plug assembly as shown in Figure 5. • Lower the mulching plug. Do not remove the mulching plug at any time, even when you are not mulching. Lower Handle Hairpin Clip \ % dle Mounting Bracket Outer Hole -_F Hinge Pin Figure 4 WARNING: Never operate the mower without the proper trail shield, mulch plug, side discharge deflector, motor/blade control or other safety prote
Motor/BladeControlAssembly HeightAdjustmentLever The motor/blade control is located on the upper handle of the mower. Refer to Figure 6. The motor/blade control handle engages and disengages the motor and blade. A height adjustment lever at each wheel provides cutting height adjustment. Each adjuster has nine height positions. Height of cut will be changed when the lever is moved from one position to another. Simply depress the lever towards wheel and move wheel and lever assembly to desired position.
Connectingto the Electric Power Source T = Obstacles WARNING: This mower should be operated on a 15 AMP circuit. If you experience difficulty in sta,ting with a standard 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker, contact you nearest authorized service facility. Do not use a higher rated fuse or breaker without consulting your power company. Outlet (Start here) Plug the extension cord into any convenient 110-120 volt 60 cycle A.C. outlet or receptacle for your source of power.
• When cutting heavy grass, reduce walking speed to allow more effective cut and proper discharge of the clippings. For a healthy lawn, always cut off onethird or less of the total length of the grass. The average lawn should be approximately 1-1/2 to 2 inches during the cool season, and over 2 inches during hot months. For a healthier and better looking lawn, cut more often and after moderate growth. The lawn should be cut in the fall as long as there is growth. clippings.
SECTION8: MAINTENANCE • Motor Shaft 7 Cutting Blade / Torque the blade bolt down using a torque wrench to assure the bolt is tightened properly. The recommended torque for the blade bolt is 450-600 in. lbs. To insure safe operation of your unit, all nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness. Sharpeningthe Blade _.,=....._._ To sharpen the blade, first remove the blade as outlined in the previous section. DO NOT attempt to sharpen the blade while it is attached to the mower.
• • Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover (do not use water). Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occasionally. • • If debris is allowed to build up on the underside of the unit, tilt the mower forward or on its side and scrape it clean with a suitable tool. • • Lubrication At the beginning and end of each mowing season: Lubricate the springs on the rear discharge door with a light oil. Lubricate the height adjustment levers and related hardware with light oil.
SECTION10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Handle not in position. Carriage bolts not seated in the handle insulators, &djust the height of the handle and make sure that the carriage bolts are seated properly into the handle insulators. Tighten the hand knobs. Mower not starting. Cord disconnected from the motor/ blade control. Reconnect the cord keeping the cord restraint close to the motor/blade control. Motor/blade control switch defective. Replace motor/blade control switch.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set fodh below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
