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Operator's Manual

21" Self-Propelled

Mower

Model Series

959

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 forest_

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester 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.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have

similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized

service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O.BOX361131CLEVELAND,0HI0 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 769-00018

(2/2002)

Summary of content (20 pages)

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O mlmlll ¸ m i w a1111mP" mllllllllmm_" i Operator's Manual 21" Self-Propelled Mower Model Series 959 IMPORTANT: Warning: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with applicable local or state laws (if any).
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TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower .......................................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower ................................................................................
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SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATION 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.
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20. Never operate mower without proper trailshield, 5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. discharge cover,grasscatcher, bladecontrol handle or othersafety protective devices inplaceandworking. 6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a Never operate mower withdamaged safetydevices. power mower. Children 14 years old and over should Failure todoso,canresultinpersonal injury. read and understand the operation instructions and 21.
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3. Check thebladeandengine mounting boltsatfrequent intervals forproper tightness. Also,visually inspect blade fordamage (e.g.,bent,cracked, worn)Replace blade withtheodginal equipment manufacture's (O.E.M)blade only,listedinthismanual"Useofpartswhichdonot meettheoriginal equipment specifications mayleadto improper performance andcompromise safety!" 4. Mowerblades aresharpandcancut.Wrapthebladeor weargloves, anduseextracaution whenservicing them. 5.
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USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE I q A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING _O LIJ 15° LI.J O --J 0'3 _IbWARNING Z O t-¢.j LIJ 0'3 Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
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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. Assembly NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. RemovingUnit FromCarton Wing N_t Remove staples, break glue on top flaps or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
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Attaching Starter Rope The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide. See Figure 5. Rope 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. Tighten wing nut.
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SECTION5: OPERATING YOURLAWNMOWER WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from chute area on the cutting deck. The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes., which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. Starting Engine Prime engine as instructed in the separate engine manual. Your lawn mower is equipped with a constant speed throttle, which is set at full throttle for best performance.
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Attach side discharge chute to unit and secure with the three wing nuts. See Figure 7. Attaching Side DischargeChute This mower can side discharge grass clippings. Follow instructions below to ready this mower for side discharge operation. Remove mulching baffle from unit by disconnecting wing nuts. Side Discharge Chute Figure 7 SECTION6: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS Attach the starter rope as instructed in the assembly section.
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Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against engine. Loosen hex nut (A) which secures the adjustable cable bracket. See Figure 11. Push back on the adjustable cable bracket and tighten hex nut (A). See Figure 11. NOTE: For some people the drive clutch handle may not be in a comfortable position. You can adjust the handle out by tightening the adjustment wheel. Shift LeverCableAdjustment Periodic adjustment of the three speed shift cable may be required due to normal wear on the cable.
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Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt and combustible debris from muffler area. the wheel are removed for any reason, lubricate the surface of the wheel with light oil. See Figure 12.
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DriveBelt Removaland Replacement Slide the belt out from between the belt keeper bracket and the idler pulley. See Figure 16. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. Drain the fuel tank or place a piece of plastic beneath the cap to prevent gasoline leakage. Place shift lever in the first position and tip the mower on its side with air filter facing up. Remove the center bolt which secures the blade to the crankshaft.
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Placethenewbeltoverthetransmission pulley. Startthebeltinpulleygrooveandrotatepulleyuntil beltis seatedintransmission pulley. Placebeltbetweenidlerpulleyandthebeltkeeper bracket. Usingpliers,rotatethebeltkeeperbracketsothatit snapsintoslotontheidlerbracket. Tightentheidlerpulleyboltandlocknut1/2turn usingtwo7/16"wrenches. Placebeltbetweenthetwopulleyhalvesonthe crankshaft. Makesuretoroutethebeltinsidethe beltguardpin.SeeFigure18.
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SECTION10: TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Idles poorly Excessive vibration Cause 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.
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SECTION11: ILLUSTRATEDPARTSLIST 959 17 48 57 57 27 \ 92 16
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Model959 Ref. No. 1, Part No. 647-0004 Ref. No. Part Description 52. Control Handle 2, 731-0904A Upper Control Handle Part No. Part Description 748-0381 Pawl RH 748-0188B Pawl LH 3, 16864 738-0137A Shld Screw ,340 ID x .285 OD 731-0620 3 Spd, Rack Cable Bracket Control Lever 53. 4, 54. 748-0318 Wheel Rachet 5, 713-0397 Gear Insert 55. 736-0270 Bell Washer ,265 ID x .75 OD 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x ,620 6, 732-0627 Shift Lever Spring 56.
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Model959 2 16 15 17 28 \ 4 25 _0 22 31 I 2O 3 IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely.
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Model959 Ref. No. Part No. Ref. No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 1, 720-0223 Grip 33. 712-0896 Hex Jam Nut 1/4-28 2, 732-0803A Spring Lever 34. 782-7598 Belt Keeper 741-0600 Bearing 3, 738-0529 Shoulder Nut ,825 x ,165 Lg. 35. 4, 710-0751 Cap Screw 1/4-20 x .620 36. 732-0849A Extension Spring 750-1050 Flange Spacer 5, 736-0270 Bell Washer ,285 ID x ,75 OD 37. 6, 748-0318 Wheel Rachet 38.
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MANUFACTURER'S I I I LIMITED WARRANTY W The limited warranty set forth 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.