Troy-Bilt 683F Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

Operator’s ManualRear-tine PTO Tiller Models 683F — HorseTM E683F — HorseTM ES E683G — Big RedWarning: This unit is equipped with an i

Section 2: Assembly10NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on the top of the battery, charge for a minimum of one hour at 6-1

Section3Features and Controls 11IntroductionThis section describes the location and function of the controls and features on your tiller. Refer to Se

Section 3: Features and ControlsVerify Position of Clutch RollerWhen you shift between FORWARD, NEUTRAL and REVERSE, the clutch roller at t

Engine Throttle LeverUse the throttle lever (G, Figure 3-1) to adjust engine speed as well as to start and stop the engine.Move the lever away from th

Section4OperationINTRODUCTIONRead this Section of the manual thoroughly before you start the engine. Then, take the time to familiarize yourself wit

Section 4: OperationStarting the Engine:1. With the engine off, place the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever (Figure 4-2) in the NEUTRAL position. If in t

Section 4: Operation Reconnect the cables and securely tighten to battery posts. The engine will recharge the battery if the battery is still goo

Section 4: Operation6. When the tiller moves forward, relax and let the wheels power the tiller along while the tines dig. Walk behind and to one si

Section 4: Operation4. When the turn is complete, shift to NEUTRAL and lower the handlebars. Move Tines/PTO Clutch Lever back to ENGAGE position an

Section 4: Operation• Turn the vehicle’s engine off and apply its parking brake.• Position the loading vehicle so that the ramp angle is as flat as

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Section 4: Operation 3. Kneel on left side of tiller. To create belt slack, reach over to right side of the pulleys and push in at the center of th

Section 4: OperationSLOW GEAR, LOW BELT RANGEFor:• Tilling in sod.• Tilling in hard clay.• Tilling under standing corn-stalks in tough soil condit

Section 4: Operation22Avoid making footprintsWhen possible, walk on the untilled side of the unit to avoid making footprints in the freshly tilled so

23B. Terrace Gardening:• When a slope is too steep or too short for vertical tilling, it may be necessary to till across the slope and create terrace

Section 4: Operation24POWER COMPOSTINGPower composting means tilling under and burying in the soil all manner of organic matter such as crop residues

Your tiller is a self-contained PTO (Power Take-Off) Power Unit that was shipped with a tine attachment installed. The tine attachment can be quickly

IMPORTANT: Store tine attachment in a level, upright position to prevent gear oil from leaking from the dipstick area.9. To keep the tine at

3. On the PTO Power Unit, unplug the Forward Interlock Wire Harness that leads from the base of the handlebars (A, Figure 4-28) to the receptacle (B)

NOTE: All references to left, right, front and rear of the machine are determined by standing behind the handlebars and facing the direction of for

Tighten Bolts and NutsCheck for loose or missing hardware every ten (10) operating hours. Failure to tighten or replace fasteners can cause poor perf

This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 – 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is publ

Section 5: MaintenanceIMPORTANT: Do not allow oil or grease to contact the pulleys, drive belt or reverse disc. This can cause the belt or

Section 5: Maintenance3. If the oil level is correct, oil will seep out of the check hole (allow extra time in cold weather). If it does, the level

Section 5: MaintenanceAdding Gear Oil to the PTO Power Unit Transmission1. Do steps 1 and 2 of Checking the Power Unit Oil Level on page 32.2. Using

Section 5: MaintenanceDrive Belt MaintenanceMeasuring and Adjusting Drive Belt TensionOn a new tiller (or if a new belt is installed), the belt tens

Section 5: Maintenance3. Insert the belt adjustment tool through the hole in the side of the adjustment block, spacing the ends of the tool equally o

Section 5: Maintenance3. Push belt forward then down until it is looped over the lower pulley (Figure 5-18). Do not yet seat it in either of the lo

Replacing the Reverse DiscFollow these steps to replace the reverse disc. (If your tiller has a Bumper Attach-ment mounted, it must be removed first.

Adjusting Reverse Drive:1. Place Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever in FORWARD position.2. On left side of tiller, put a 1/2" wrench on the plunger ret

Single Tine Replacement1. Move the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever to NEUTRAL, the Wheel Speed Lever to either FAST or SLOW position, and the Tines/PTO C

Tine Shaft MaintenanceAfter every 10 operating hours, remove the left- and right-side Bolo Tine holders and clear away dirt and debris that have accum

Section 1: Safety inspecting, stop the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touc

Storing Your TillerWhen your tiller won’t be used during the off-season, prepare it for storage with the following steps:1. Clean the tiller and engin

Appendix A: TroubleshootingTrouble-shooting Procedures1 Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever:A. Lever does not stay in FORWARD–• Drive belt may be too tigh

• Hardware holding tine holders to tine shaft may be missing or broken. To check, remove holders (Sect. 5).• Key for bronze worm gear on tine attac

Troy-Bilt® PTO Log Splitter 290-258-081The Troy-Bilt® PTO Log Splitter provides you with a convenient and easy means of splitting about a half a cord

44REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 647-04006 Lever Assembly–Wheels/Tines/ PTO Drive

FORWARD INTERLOCK SYSTEMSee Page 46REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 629-04017 Engine Wire Har

Parts List MODELS 683F. E683G & E683FREF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 GW-9548 Bolt–Hex h

1 710-3005 Bolt–hex hd., 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" ... 2 2 GW-1113-1 Bushing–19/64" (.300" lg.) ... 2 3 710-04049

Parts List MODELS 683F. E683G & E683FWHEEL SPEED LEVER, BELT DRIVE SYSTEM, ENGINES, WHEELSSee Page 62See Page 5248

WHEEL SPEED LEVER 1 GW-9362 Pin–spring, 1/8" ... 1 2 GW-9838 Nut–castle (slotted), 1/2"-20 ...

5Section 1: Safety Operating SymbolsVarious symbols (shown here, with word descriptions) are used on the tiller and engine. Your unit may not have a

POWER UNIT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIESSee Page 50Parts List MODELS 683F. E683G & E683F50

TRANSMISSION COVER & SHIFT LEVER BRACKET ASSEMBLIES 1 1186299 Bolt–hex hd., #10-32 x 3/8", self-locking flange ...

POWER UNIT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIES(Continued from page 53)5253See Page 50Parts List MODELS 683F. E683G & E683F

REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. (continued from page 53)WHEEL SHAFT ASSEMBLY 61 721-04031 Seal–o

TILLER ATTACHMENT TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLIESNOTE 1: THESE SCREWS HAVE A SPECIAL SEALING DESIGN THAT CAN NOT BE REUSED WITHOUT RISKING THE LOSS OF TRANSM

1 1915068 Screw–self-sealing,1/4"-20 x 5/8" 5 2 GW-20873 Cover–tiller housing ... 1 4 711-04082 Shaft–

BOLO TINE ASSEMBLIESParts List MODELS 683F. E683G & E683F5633

STANDARD TILLING TINES 1 1901975 Tine Holder–welded steel, fits left or right sides ... 2 2 710-3096 Bolt–hex

Parts List MODELS E683G & E683FELECTRIC START SYSTEM58

MODELS E683G & E683F Parts List 1 GW-96515 Cable–battery, positive and negative terminals ... 2 2

6IntroductionCarefully follow these assembly steps to correctly prepare your tiller for use. It is recommended that you read this Section in its enti

TROY-BILT TILLER LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTYWHAT PRODUCT All Troy-Bilt branded rear tine walk-behind tillers with gear drive transmissions.IS COVERED

Section 2: Assembly4. Raise handlebars to one of two height settings and tighten the height adjustment lever. Also, make sure all other mounting hard

8Figure 2-6: Illustration shows the yoke plates (H), nuts, washers, and screws (A, E, B, F, D, G), bushing (C), and long and short links (I, J).AIBCH

Section 2: Assembly9IMPORTANT: Check gear oil level in both transmissions after the first 2 hours of new tiller operation, then every 30