Bolens TRANSMATIC LAWN TRACTOR 660 User Manual

Operator’s ManualTransmatic Lawn Tractor Models 660 - 688IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYWarning: This unit is equipped wi

Gas and Oil Fill-upThe gasoline tank is locsated under the hood and has a capacity of either two or three gallons. Do not overfill.A WARNING: Use ext

SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTORNOTE: steering Wheel not shown for olarNy,t If SO equippedA Clutch-brake Pedal B Choke Controlf C Throttle Control Le

Choke ControlOn some models, moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine’s choke control. On all other models, the choke contro

SECTION 5: OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTORA WARNINGAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHGO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS.AVOiD SUDDEN TURNS.DO NOT OPERATE THE UNI

Operating The Lawn TractorAAWARNING: Always lockdown and behind before and while backing up to avoid a backover accident.WARNING: Before

For best resuits it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center. After the first two laps, reverse the

SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSAAWARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the

Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the biade tip to the ground. The first measurement taken should be

Remove the hairpin ciip which secures the disengagement rod to the stabilizer shaft assembly. See Figure 16.Figure 16* Pull the rod toward the rear o

* Remove the shift cover pane! and locate the speed controi rod. See Figure 18.NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to a spring swit

TABLE OF CONTENTSContent Pageimportant Safe Operation Practices...

* Two turns at a time, thread the adjustment ferrule toward the right, front tire to lengthen the tie rod. Or, thread the adjustment ferrule away fro

Unscrew the oil fii! cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube. See Figure 22.* Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oi! dr

SECTION 8: SERVICEAWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any adjustments, repairs or m

Remove the hairpin ciips which secure the rear deck hangers to the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 27. Retain the hairpin ciips.* Carefully lower

it is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance. A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibratio

Deck Beit (38- and 42-Inch Decks)AA.WARNING: Shut the engine off, remove ignition key, set the parking brake, disconnect the spark plug

Drive Be№ (Upper and Lower)NOTE: The engine puaey must be removed from the engine’s crankshaft in order to change the tracdor’s drive b

SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGEAAWARNING: Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open fiame, spark or pilot

SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDETroublePossibleCause(s)Corrective ActionEngina willSafety switch There are two switches in the starting circuit of y

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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESAAAWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not foHowed, could

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The iimited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Biit LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used

23. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.24. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree b

c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for small chiidren.d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and

Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) biade(s) only, listed in this manual. "Use of parts which do not meet th

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE----------A POWER POLE----------------------A CORNER OF A BUILDING----------------------------------OR A

SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UPIMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil ievel before starting the en

Attaching The SeatSeat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available:• Standard Adjustment• Quick Adjustments• Knob A