TRD RILT n m'_n_ _ n_n Operator's Manual 21" Self Propelled Mulching Mower Model 566 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. 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).
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Guage ...................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower .......................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower .................................................................................... 9 Operating Your Lawn Mower .............
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.
yourfooting,releasethebladecontrolhandle 2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as immediately andthebladewillstoprotatingwithin shown on the slope gauge. threeseconds. 3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could 9. Mowindaylightorgoodartificiallight;walk,notrun. cause slipping. 10. Stopthebladewhencrossinggraveldrives, walkways orroads. Children 11.
9. Neverremovegascapor addfuelwhiletheengine ishotor running.Allowenginetocoolatleasttwo minutesbeforerefueling. 10. Neveroverfillfueltank.FilltanktonomorethanV2 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuet expansion. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
(,O o 15 ° L WARNING 69 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 overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury.
SECTION3: ASSEMBLING YOURLAWNMOWER Raise the lower handle in the direction shown in Figure 1 (step 2) till it snaps into place. Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in Figure 1 (step 3). Tighten the wing nuts which are already on the handle. See Figure 2. RemovingUnitFromCarton • • • • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open. Remove loose parts included with unit (Le., operator's manual, oil, etc.). Cut corners and lay carton down flat.
AttachingStarterRope WARNING: The rope guide is already attached to the right side of the upper handle of your mower. See Figure 4. • • With spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. Slip the rope through the rope guide as shown below. Tighten the wing nut holding the rope guide to the upper handle.
SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 8 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the operator's eyes thus causing severe eye damage.
SECTION5: OPERATING YOURLAWNMOWER a firm grip on the starter handle, let the rope rewind slowly. ,_ instructions andRead WARNING: warnings and understand on the machine all and in this manual before operating. ToStopEngine Gas& OilFill-Up • • • • Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow relevant instructions in the engine manual for this. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the engine manual. WARNING: UsingYourLawnMower Use extreme care when • handling gasoline.
SECTION6: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER • WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance work or adjustments on your lawn mower. Inspect muffler periodically, and replace if necessary. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters can create a fire hazard. WARNING: Avoid muffler and surrounding areas while the mower engine is hot because temperature of these areas of the engine may exceed 150 ° F.
To ReplaceBlade: Engine • Follow the engine manual instructions and recommended schedule for lubricating engine components. • Before reinstalling the blade-pulley assembly to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil. • Also lubricate the bolt hole and the hex bolt. • Insert the hex bolt, earlier removed, through the center holes on the blade bell support and the blade adapter-pulley assembly respectively.
SECTION7: SERVICE& ADJUSTMENTS • ReplacingDriveBelt • Remove two shoulder screws securing the front drive cover to the mower deck. See Figure 11. Tighten the screw, loosened earlier, to secure the belt tension spring to the transmission, and reassemble the front drive cover. Right Front Wheel Wheel Loosen this screw Shoulder Figure 12 Screw ReplacingRearFlap • • To remove rear flap, cut off the flat end of the wire rod which secures it to the deck. See Figure 13.
For rough or uneven lawns, move the height adjustment handles to higher cutting height position. \ Height Adjustment Lever Notch Lower Handle Figure 14 Reassemble the upper handle to the lower handle. Place the hairpin clips in the inner holes of the weld pins and replace the carriage bolts and wing nuts on te handle brackets. Attach the starter rope as instructed in the Assembly section.
SECTION9: TROUBLE-SHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine fails to start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Blade control handle disengaged Spark plug wire disconnected Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel Blocked fuel line Faulty spark plug Engine flooded 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Engage blade control handle Connect wire to spark plug Fill up tank with fresh gasoline Clean fuel line Clean, adjust gap, or replace Wait a few minutes to restart, Do not prime. Engine runs erratic 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
SECTION10: PARTSLISTFORMODEL566 1 22 "\\\\ 1C 27 52 45 / 23. 79 76 102 47 _49 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.
Model566 Ref. No Part No. Ref. No Description Part No. Description 1. 747-2136 Lower Bail Handle 44. 710-1257 Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 2.50 2. 710-0599 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5 45. 749-0907B Lower Handle 3. 736-0270 Bell Washer .265 x 0.75 47. 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut 4. 782-7006 Hinged Mounting Bracket 48. 732-04090 Torsion Spring 5. 732-1014 Torsion Spring 49. 734-04018 Wheel 8 x 2.125 6. 712-3005 Lock Nut 50. 716-0865 Snap Ring 7. 847-04014 Control Lever 51.
Model566 Table contined from previous page Ref. No Part No. NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add Description 89. 782-7551 Wheel Dust Cap 90. 716-0102 Snap Ring 91. 736-0474 Washer 92. 720-0426 Adjustment Knob 93. 732-O7O6 Front Lever RH 732-0707 Front Lever LH* 94. 887-02044 Pivot Plate Assembly 95. 782-0512B Height Adj. Plate RH 782-0511A 96. 736-O447 Height Adj. Plate LH* Wave Washer 97. 748-O355 Bearing Support 98.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: 0 TPD RIIT" 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. d. 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.
