Troy-Bilt SmartSpeed 566 Operator's Manual

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n m'_n_ _ n_n TRD RILT Operator's Manual 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 o...

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TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Guage ...................................................................................................... 6...

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SECTION1: IMPORTANTSAFEOPERATIONPRACTICES 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...

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yourfooting,releasethebladecontrolhandle immediatelyandthebladewillstoprotatingwithin threeseconds. 9. Mowindaylightorgoodartificiallight;walk,notrun. 10.Stopthebladewhencrossinggraveldrives, walkwaysorroads. 11.Iftheequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabno...

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9. Neverremovegascaporaddfuelwhiletheengine ishotorrunning.Allowenginetocoolatleasttwo minutesbeforerefueling. 10.Neveroverfillfueltank.FilltanktonomorethanV2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuet expansion. 11. Replace gasoline ...

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o 69 15 ° L WARNING 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 extre...

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SECTION3: ASSEMBLINGYOURLAWNMOWER 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.). • C...

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Wing Nut \ e Bolt Handle Mounting Bracket Upper Handle Hairpin Clip_/ I Pin Starter Rope Lower Handle Figure 4 • Insert the carriage bolt, included in the hardware pack, in the upper hole on the handle mounting bracket (carriage bolt must go to the...

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AttachingGrasscatcher • Lift the rear discharge door and place the grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. See. Rear Discharge Door Figure 8 WARNING: When using the mower to bag grass clipping...

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SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 10 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Sa...

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SECTION5: OPERATINGYOURLAWNMOWER ,_ WARNING: Read and understand allinstructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Gas& OilFill-Up • Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow relevant instructions in the en...

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SECTION6: MAINTAININGYOURLAWNMOWER WARNING: Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance work or adjustments on your lawn mower. CleaningMower The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each...

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BladeControl • Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle and the brake cable at least once a season with a light oil. It needs to move in both directions. Engine • Follow the engine manual instructions and recommended schedule for lu...

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SECTION7: SERVICE& ADJUSTMENTS ReplacingDriveBelt • Remove two shoulder screws securing the front drive cover to the mower deck. See Figure 13. Shoulder Screw Screw Transmission Front Drive Cover Figure 13 • Press inward on the sides of the f...

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\ Lower Handle Notch Figure 16 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 t...

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SECTION8: OFF-SEASONSTORAGE Prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Store the mower in a clean, dry area. Mower • Clean underside of the mower following instructions in the M...

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SECTION10: PARTSLISTFORMODELD566 12 11 53 52 45 23_ / 79 76 47 34 _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 b...

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ModelD566 Ref. No Part No. 1. 631-04025 2. 710-0599 3. 736-0270 4. 782-7006 5. 732-1014 6. 712-3005 7. 731-2628 8. 749-1507 9. 711-1513 10. 712-0271 11. 747-2133A 12. 747-2132A 13. 720-0279 14. 720-0284 15. 710-1205 16. 746-1252 17. 710-1174 18. 687-...

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ModelD566 ® ,,_23 15 17 25 18 Ref No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. Part No. Description 712-0896 782-7598 741-0124 750-1050 712-3025 736-0425 656-0047 736-0406 682-0029 732-04001 ...

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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. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants...