Bolens TRANSMATIC LAWN TRACTOR 660 Operator's Manual

FORM NO. 769-00565.fm(11/2002)PRINTED IN U.S.A.Transmatic Lawn TractorModels 660 – 688Operator’s ManualWarning: This unit is equipped with an internal

10Gas and Oil Fill-upThe gasoline tank is located under the hood and has a capacity of either two or three gallons. Do not overfill. WARNING: Use ext

11SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTORFigure 8Ignition SwitchThe ignition switch is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash.To start the engine,

12Choke ControlOn some models, moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engine’s choke control. On all other models, the choke cont

13SECTION 5: OPERATING THE LAWN TRACTORSafety Interlock SystemWARNING: Read, understand, and followall instructions and warnings on the machineand in

14Operating The Lawn TractorWARNING: Always look down and behindbefore and while backing up to avoid a back-over accident. WARNING: Before leaving the

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

16SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: Never attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in the operator’sman

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

18• Remove the hairpin clip which secures the disengagement rod to the stabilizer shaft assembly. See Figure 16. Figure 16• Pull the rod toward the re

19• Remove the shift cover panel and locate the speed control rod. See Figure 18.NOTE: There is a small yellow wire connected to aspring switch on th

2TABLE OF CONTENTSContent PageImportant Safe Operation Practices ... 3 Slope Gaug

20• 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 fr

21• Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube. See Figure 22.Figure 22• Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oi

22SECTION 8: SERVICEWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wireand ground against the engine beforeperforming any adjustments, repairs ormaintenance.Cutt

23• Remove the hairpin clips which secure the rear deck hangers to the deck stabilizer bracket. See Figure 27. Retain the hairpin clips.Figure 27• Car

24It is important that each cutting blade edge be ground equally to maintain proper blade balance. A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibrat

25Deck Belt (38- and 42-inch Decks)WARNING: Shut the engine off, removeignition key, set the parking brake, disconnectthe spark plug wire(s) and grou

26Drive Belts (Upper and Lower)NOTE: The engine pulley must be removed from theengine’s crankshaft in order to change the tractor’sdrive belts. Doing

27SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGEWARNING: Never store the machine orfuel container indoors where there is anopen flame, spark or pilot light such as on

28SECTION 11: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDENOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact an authorized service dealer.TroublePossible Cause(

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3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe

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44MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and use

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

5c. Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children. d. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and

6Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the or

7SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE15°SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREEA POWER POLEA CORNER OF A BUILDINGOR A FENCE POSTFOLD ON DOTTED LINE, REPRESE

8SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UPNOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the unitis observed from the driver’s seat, facing forward.Tools Required For

9Attaching The SeatSeat styles vary by tractor model and there are three different styles available:• Standard Adjustment• Quick Adjustment & • Kn