YARDMACHINES OWNER'S GUIDE Model Series 660 thru 679 TRANSMATIC LAWN TRACTORS IMPORTANT: Warning: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS This unit is equipped with an internal combustion CAREFULLY 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 IocaI or state iaws (if any).
IMP0RTAN ,_ THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT iMPORTANTSAFETY STRUCTIONSWHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED,COULD ENDANGERTHE PERSONAL_m SAFETY ANDiOR PROPERTY OF YOURSELFAND R(_THERS.READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONSIN THiS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTINGTO OPERATEYOUR UNIT.WHEN YOU:;ELTHiS SYMBOL-- _lb HEEDITS WARNING. Your lawn mower was built to be operated accordingto the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with ] _b A_I. DANGER: mower amput_ting handsand feelerror and on throwing objects.
4. Nevercarry children, even with the blades off. They may falI off and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe machine operation. 5. Neverallow children under 14 years old to operate the machine. Children 14 years and over should only operate machine under close parental supervision and proper instruction, 6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your vision of a child or other hazard. 7.
UNPACKING 2. To remove ends, grasp top board on the _=nd,and pull towards you in a downward motion. 6. Loose parts (may include the owner's guide, steering wheel, optional oil drain sleeve, battery fluid, chute deflector, optional mulching kit, etc.) are on the seat or in a box wrapped in plastic. Carefully cut and remove the plastic wrap. Remove the loose parts. 3. Set panel aside to avoid tire punctures. 7. Make certain brake is released. Raise the deck TO REMOVEUNIT FROMCRATE 1.
BATTERYIDENTIFICATION CHARGE THE BATTERY after the 30 minute standing period. Battery P/N 725-1705B--Charge at 2-3 amps for one hour. Battery PiN 725-1707B and 7250453E--Charge at 6 amps for one hour. NOTE: If you charge the battery at a Iower AMP rate, use a hydrometer to make sure the battery is completely charged. The hydrometer should read 1,260 minimum at an electrolyte temperature of 60-110°E DO NOT CHARGE AT MORE THAN 6 AMPS. Type "A" ATTACHING THE STEERING WHEEL 1.
ATTACHING THESEAT Screws Remove the four screws which secure the seat to the seat pivot bracket. Turn the seat around and place in position against the seat pivot bracket, lining up the slotted holes in the pivot bracket with the holes in the seat. Select desired position for the seat, and secure with the four screws. See figure 2. NOTE: Your seat may have been shipped in a box. Remove the four screws from the bottom of seat and place seat in position against the seat pivot bracket.
eck Hanger -,.,.-LEVELING THE DECK =C_= With unit on hard, level surface, measure the distance from the bottom edge of the center of the left side of deck to the ground. Measure the same distance on the center of the right side of the deck, just behind the chute area. Or, place the blades in a straight line, and measure the distance from the outside edge of the blade tips to the ground. If adjustment is needed, proceed as follows. 1.
CONTROLS Choke / ' Speed Control Lever Clutch-Brake Pedal Shift Lever Speed Control Lever Ignition Switch Switch (Optional) _. Optional) FIGURE 8. LIGHTSWITCH(Optional) FIGURE 7. Push the light switch to turn on the lights. The lights will only operate when the engine is running. Shift Lc ver THROTTLECONTROL NOTE: If your unit is not equipped with a light switch, the lights will be on when the engine is running. The throttle control is used to regulate th_ engine speed.
Beforethe enginewill start, the clutch-brakepedal mustbe depressed all thewayandthe lift levermust beintheBLADESOFFposition. Beforethe unit can be shiftedinto reverseor if the operatorleavesthe seat,the lift levermustbe in the BLADESOFFposition. INDICATOR LIGHTS (Optional) If your unit is equipped with indicator lights, two or three indicator lights are located in the dash panel. If a light illuminates when attempting to start the unit, proceed as follows. CLUTCH--Depress the clutch pedal.
3. Set the throttle control in the FAST posi ion, See figure 7. 4. Pull out choke knob to choke engine engine may not require choking). When stopping the unit to empty a grass bag, etc., follow the instructions above. This procedure will also eliminate "browning" the grass, which is caused by hot exhaust gases from a running engine. ia warm 5. Turn the ignition key to the START positk n. When the engine is running, let the key return t_Jthe ON position. See figure 7.
CUTTINGDECKENGAGEMENT ADJUSTMENT SPEEDCONTROLADJUSTMENT(See figure11) The cutting deck engagement may be adjusted to make certain deck is disengaged when lift lever is in lhe BLADES OFF position, Correct adjustment as bllows. NOTE: When operating the unit initially or after replacing the belts, there will be little difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts have gone through a break-in period and have seated themselves into the pulleys.
A Speed Control Lever Ferrule Speed Variable Speed Torque Bracket Assembly Rod Back of Speed Con rol Speed Control Link / Slot Hair " Clip and Flat Washer """ , _. FIGURE 11. Slot _;hift L ever NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT 1. Place the transmission in neutral. (The unit will move freely when pushed forward and backward with the parking brake released.) 2, Loosen the bolt which secures the shift lever assembly to the shift lever link, See figure 12. 3. Place the shift lever in the neutral slot.
WHEELADJUSTMENT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The caster (forward slant of the king pin) and the camber (tilt of the wheels out at the top) require no adjustment, Automotive steering principles have been used to determine the caster and camber on the tractor. The front wheels should toe-in 1/8 inch. & Some units have adjustable tie rods so the toe-in can be adjusted. To adjust the toe-in on these units, proceed as follows. WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g.
STEERINGGEARS The spark plug(s) should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season; check engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications. Lubricate teeth of steering gears with autc_notive multi-purpose grease after every 25 hours of op ,=ration or once a season. See figure 16. STEERINGSHAFT Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully.
B.Sharpening Removing the Battery: Disconnect negative cable first, then positive cable. Remove the cutting blades by following the directions of the preceding section. Installing the Battery: Connect then negative cable. When sharpening the blades, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade.
DECK BELT (38" and 42" DECKS) 1. Place the lift lever in the engaged (all tie way forward) position. 12. Remove and replace the belt, reassemble following the instructions in reverse order. 2. Disconnect the spring which is attached to a bracket on the transaxle, inside the ric ht rear wheel. Use a spring puller or other euitabk tool. DECK BELTS (46" DECK) 1. Place the lift lever in the engaged (all the way forward) position.
AI 4. Unhook the deck belt from the engine pulley. Shift Knob 5. Remove the center bolt, lock washer and flat washer, and let the engine pulley drop down so the belt is past the belt guards. Center Bolt Lock Washer Flat Washer Truss Head Screws FIGURE 20. FIGURE 22. 3. Push the idler pulley toward the right side of the unit. Lift the belt over the idler pulley. See figure 21. 6. Place the clutch-brake pedal in park position, 4. Remove the belt from the variable speed pulley. 5.
OFF-SEASON battery 4. Charge its charge each fully. The battery loses some of day when the unit is not used. NEVER store battery without a full charge. Recharge battery before returning to service or every two months, whichever occurs first. STORAGE If the machine is to be inoperative for a perioc longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows. 1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroL ghly. 5. When storing unit for extended periods, disconnect battery cables.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE _ROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION -_'nginewill not ',rank Safety switch button not depressed There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and the deck lift lever switch, Make certain the actuator is fully depressing the buttons on each switch, Battery installed incorrectly The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire. Negative terminal is identified at the post by "NEG", "N" or "-".
OPTIO! IAL EQUIPMENT At the time of manufacture of lawn tractor, the following optional equipment available. NOTE: These lawn tractors are not designed (tillers, plows, etc.). for ground-engaging Description is equipment Model No. 40" Two Stage $ now Thrower 42" Dozer Blade Mulching Kit for }8"/42" Deck Mulching Kit for J,6"Deck Twin Bag Grass 0ollector for 36", 38" and 42" Side I )ischarge Decks Twin Bag Grass Collector for 46" Side Discharg _ Decks Front Counterw_ ight Tire Chains---1E x 8.5 1_ x9.
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