Troy-Bilt SmartSpeed 566, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ing 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...

Page 2: ...sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Model Number Serial Number TROY BILT LLC O BOX 361131...

Page 3: ...onal injury Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause dischar...

Page 4: ...embankments you could lose your footing or balance 2 Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge 3 Do not mow on wet grass Unstable footing could cause slipping Children Trag...

Page 5: ...meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servici...

Page 6: ...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 r...

Page 7: ...out of the way See Figure 1 step 1 Remove any packing material which may be between the upper and lower handles for shipping purposes 2 Lift lower handle 1 Move bag away 3 Lift upper handle Raise the...

Page 8: ...ng StarterRope The rope guide is already attached to the right side of the upper handle of your mower See Figure 6 With spark plug wire disconnected and grounded hold the blade control handle against...

Page 9: ...Lift the rear discharge door on the mower and lift the grass catcher up Release the discharge door to allow it to close the rear opening of the mower Converting ToSideDischarge Make sure the grass ca...

Page 10: ...ontrol handle to stop the engine and the blade _ WARNING The blade control handle is a safety device Never attempt to bypass its operations or alter it in any way Starter Rope Grasscatcher Bag Chute C...

Page 11: ...lding the starter handle firmly let the rope rewind slowly Once the engine has started squeeze the two control handles against the upper handle to run the mower forward and cut the grass ToStopEngine...

Page 12: ...problem EngineCare A list of key maintenance jobs required for good performance by the mower is given below Follow the accompanying engine manual for detailed list and instructions Change engine oil...

Page 13: ...urface 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 pu...

Page 14: ...is firmly seated on the engine pulley while pulling from the other side and sliding it around the transmission pulley Reassemble the idler bracket Tighten all hardware Put the mower down with all fou...

Page 15: ...Lever Adjusting Carburetor If the engine is running rough minor adjustments to the carburetor may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude and load NOTE Dirty air cleane...

Page 16: ...o start 1 Blade control handle disengaged 1 Engage blade control handle 2 Spark plug wire disconnected 2 Connect wire to spark plug 3 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 3 Fill up tank with fresh gasoline 4...

Page 17: ...afely A substitute non OEM V Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever need...

Page 18: ...eflector Torsion Spring Wheel 8 x 2 125 Snap Ring Gear 14T LH FWD Gear 14T RH FWD Ref No 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 88 89 90 91 92...

Page 19: ...8 04006 710 0299 Lock Nut Belt Keeper Ball Bearing Flange Beadng Hex Jam Nut 5 16 24 Bell Washer 325 x 930 x 45 Pulley 3 82 x 313 x 68 Flat Washer 422 x 1 38 x 060 Front idler Assembly Extension Sprin...

Page 20: ...uch as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to d Troy Bilt LLC does not extend any war...