OPERATOR'S MANUAL 21" Self-Propelled Mower Model Number 999 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower ........................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower .................................................................................... 8 Operating Your Lawn Mower ............
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES 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.
unclogging thechute.Thecutting bladecontinues to obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower. rotate forafewseconds aftertheengine isshutoff.Never placeanypartofthebodyinthebladeareauntilyouare 5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. surethebladehasstopped rotating. 20. Never operate mower without proper trailshield, 6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a discharge cover,grass catcher, bladecontrol handle or power mower.
3. Check thebladeandengine mounting boltsatfrequent intervals forproper tightness. Also,visually inspect blade fordamage (e.g.,bent,cracked, worn)Replace blade withtheoriginal equipment manufacture's (O.E.M)blade only,listedinthismanual. "Useofparfswhichdonot meettheoriginal equipment specifications mayleadto improper performance andcompromise safety!" 4. Mowerblades aresharpandcancut.Wrapthebladeor weargloves, anduseextracaution whenservicing them. 5.
SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST ! I I _D ! 15 ° o _ WARNING _ Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could O c. _ o_ x: c_ ._ o _ o and you could slip, resulting in serious injury. overturn and cause seriousupinjury, If operating a walk-behind mower onslopes.
SECTION3: ASSEMBLING YOURLAWNMOWER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. _Handle Assembly NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. Wing Nut RemovingUnitFromCarton • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
NOTE: Make certain the drive cable is routed around the outside and above the lower handle so it does not interfere with attaching the grass bag. The rope guide, which is connected to the support rod, is located on the right side of lower handle. See Figure 5. With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. Release the blade control handle. Slip the starter rope into the rope guide.
Engine Controls StoppingEngine See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine. • Release blade control handle to stop the engine and the blade. • Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to the post on the engine. SECTION5: OPERATING YOURLAWNMOWER TowardsBetterMowerPerformance 1. 2. 3. 4. Pour fresh, clean gasoline into the mower's gas tank until the tank is full. Do not use gasoline that is more than 30 days old.
Tochargethebattery: • Removetheprotective capfromtheendofthe batterypacklead.SeeFigure7. • Plugchargerleadintobatterypacklead. • Insertbatterychargerpluginto120voltstandard household outlet. Itis veryimportant tofoltowthisorderofactionfor properchargingofthebattery.Aftercharging,disconnectbatterychargerplugfromhousehold outletfirst, proper discharge of grass clippings, and could cause you to slip and fall. New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may require a narrower cut.
NOTE: The chute door has been designed to move the starter rope out of the way of the bag when the chute door is opened. grass bag will open and the grass clippings will disperse. When replacing the grass bag, be sure the top of the bag rests on the wire support between the handles. AttachingSideDischargeChute • Remove mulching baffle or grass bag adapter from unit by disconnecting wing nuts. Attach side discharge chute to unit and secure with the three wing nuts. See Figure 10.
Bottom View hills, front wheels should be locked in the WARNING: When operating mower on straight ahead position. 4 ® HandleHeightAdjustment • • • • • • _Upper Handle Adjustment Wheel, Your mower is shipped with the handle in the higher height position. To lower the height proceed as follows: • • @ ® \ Remove the starter rope from the rope guide. Remove the upper handle by removing the hand knobs and carriage bolts.
SECTION7: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER General Recommendations CustomerResponsibilities MAINTENANCE ,_ _'_ SC.EOULE _ _o _£ SERVICE ooO OATES Lubricate Wheels I..0 (_) no. Lubricate Blade Control Clean Deck Blade Care Check Oil Change Oil _z Replace Air Filter _ Clean Engine UA Check Spark Plug Check Spark Arrester (if any) • • • • • • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
Maintenance speeds. It may cause damage to the mower, and could break causing personal injury. NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty the fuel tank and keep the air cleaner side of engine up. Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time. Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem. Blade Adapter_= Engine Blade Bell Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions.
Remove the hex bolt from the rear of unit holding the transmission to the mower housing. See Figure 17. • • • • Slide the belt out from between the belt keeper bracket and the idler pulley. Squeeze the belt together and push it forward, while pressing the control arm inward towards the deck and remove the six speed cable from the slot. See Figure 19. Pivot the control arm down away from the pulley and belt. Lift off the lower pulley assembly and remove the old belt from around the crankshaft.
• • Half • Tab. • Belt Guard Reinstall the bolt securing transmission to rear mower housing. Pivot the baffle back to its original position and secure with three hex screws removed earlier. Lightly lubricate the inside of the blade adapter and reinstall the spacer, wave washer, blade adapter assembly, and blade in the correct order. Tighten the hex bolt to secure the blade to torque: 450-600 in. Ibs. Half StoringyourLawnMower The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage.
SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. 2. 3. 4. Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. 1. 2. 3. 4. Engage blade control handle. Connect wire to spark plug. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clean fuel line. 5. 6. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded 5. 6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. Wait a few minutes to start engine. 1. 2. Spark plug wire loose. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 1. 2.
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Model999 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Part No. 647-0004 731-0904A 16864 731-0620 713-0397 732-0627 8. 9. 731-0924 731-0905A 710-1667A 10. 11. 12. Part Description Ref. No. Control Handle 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. Upper Control Handle 6 Spd. Rack Cable Bracket Control Lever Gear Insert Shift Lever Spring 6 Speed Shift Lever Lower Control Housing C Sunk Tap Screw #10 x .75 Lg 61. 731-0906 746-0711A 712-0324 Cable Mounting Cap Drive Cable 51.0 13. 14. 15.
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Model999 Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part Description Part Description Part No. 1. 720-0223 Grip 33. 712-0896 Hex Jam Nut 1/4-28 2. 732-0803A Spring Lever 34. 782-7598 Belt Keeper 3. 738-0529 Shoulder Nut .825 x .165 Lg. 35. 741-0600 Bearing 4. 710-0761 Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620 36. 732-0849A Extension Spring 5. 736-0270 Bell Washer .286 ID x .75 OD 37. 760-1060 Flange Spacer 6. 748-0318 Wheel Rachet 38. 682-0027A Idler Bracket Assembly 7. 736-0369 Flat Washer .
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ModelE999 Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 31. 631-0071 Grass Bag Cover Cotter Pin .072 x 1.12 Lg. 32. 747-O939 Pivot Rod 720-0241 Knob Assembly 5/16-18 33. 726-0106 Cap Nut 4. 726-0240 Cable Tie 34. 747-0937 Grassbag Frame 5. 736-0451 Saddle Washer .320 ID x .830 OD 35. 747-0940A Support Rod 6. 720-0270 Handle Knob 1/4-20 36. 664-0121 Grassbag 7. 736-0451 Saddle Washer 37. 710-1250 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18x 11.
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.
