Troy-Bilt E666M-Pony manual

Operator ’ s Manual Rear-tine T iller Model 664D—Pony ® E666M—Pony ® 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[...]

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manu al is an important part of your new rear-tine tiller. It will help yo u assemble, prepar e and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start as sembling your new equipment , please locate the model plate on th e equipment and copy the[...]

Safety 1 Section 3 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer , birth defects or other reproductive harm. W AR NING This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 – 1996, w hich is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National S[...]

4 Section 1: Safety 7. Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Stop the engine. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug. Move Wheel Gear Lever to ENGAGE. 8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect- ing, stop the engine, remove the ignition key on electri[...]

Section 1: Safety 5 4. To reduce the chances of a fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. 5. Store gasoline in a cool, well-venti- lated area, safely away from any spark- or flame-producing equipment. Store gasoline in an approved container, safely away from the reach of children. 6. Refer to the Maintenance section[...]

Assembly 2 Section 6 INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps to correctly prepare your tiller for use. It is recommended that you read this Section in its entirety before beginning assembly. INSPECT UNIT Inspect the unit and carton for damage immediately after delivery. Contact the carrier (trucking company) if you find or suspect damage[...]

Section 2: Assembly 7 4. With the forward clutch cable (N, Figure 2-4) on the inside of handlebar, position the handlebar ends on the outside of the two mounting tabs (M, Figure 2-3) on the transmission top cover. NOTE: The curved handlebar height adjustment bracket appears as shown in C, Figure 2-3 for non-electric start units. For electric start [...]

4. Check for correct spring/cable tension as instructed in Section 5, Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension . 5. When tension is correct, tighten the two jam nuts (B) securely. STEP 5: CHECK TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL LEVEL The transmission was filled with gear oil at the factory. However, be sure to check the oil level at this time to make[...]

Features and Controls 3 Section 9 Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury. WARNING INTRODUCTION This Section describ[...]

10 Section 3: Features and Controls REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL The Reverse Clutch Control (C, Figure 3-1) controls the engagement of reverse drive to the wheels and tines. The revers- ing feature is used for maneuvering the tiller only – never engage the tines in the ground while going in the reverse direction. To Operate the Reverse Clutch Control: [...]

Operation 4 Section 11 Figure 4-1: Location of main tiller controls. INTRODUCTION Read this Section of the manual thor- oughly before you start the engine. Then, take the time to familiarize yourself with the basic operation of the tiller before using it in the garden. Find an open, level area and practice using the tiller controls without the tine[...]

12 Section 4: Operation ST ARTING THE ENGINE The following steps describe how to start and stop the engine. Do not attempt to engage the tines or wheels until you have read all of the operating instruc- tions in this Section. Also review the safety rules in Section 1: “Safety” and the tiller and engine controls information in Section 3: “Feat[...]

Section 4: Operation 13 (b) As the tiller moves forward, relax and let the wheels pull the unit along while the tines dig. Walk behind and a little to one side of the tiller. Use a light but secure grip with one hand on the handlebars, but keep your arm loose. See Figure 4-2. Let the tiller move ahead at its own pace and do not push down on the han[...]

14 Section 4: Operation T illing Tips & T echniques Let the tiller do the work • While tilling, relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along while the tines do the digging. Walk on the side that is not yet finished (to avoid making foot- prints in the freshly tilled soil) and lightly, but securely grip the handlebar with just one hand. • [...]

Section 4: Operation 15 T illing Tips & T echniques Clearing the tines The tines have a self-clearing action which eliminates most tangling of debris in the tines. However, occasionally dry grass, stringy stalks or tough vines may become tangled. Follow these proce- dures to help avoid tangling and to clean the tines, if necessary. • To reduc[...]

16 Section 4: Operation POWER COMPOSTING Power composting simply means tilling under and burying in the soil all manner of organic matter such as crop residues, leaves, grass clippings and cover crops. This material will decompose during the non-growing season and add important natural nutrients to the soil. The first place to begin is with crop re[...]

Maintenance 5 Section 17 TILLER LUBRICA TION Proper lubrication of the tiller is an essen- tial part of your maintenance program. After every 10 operating hours, oil or grease the lubrication points shown in Figure 5-1 as described below. Use a good quality lubricating oil (#30 weight engine oil is suitable) and a good quality general purpose greas[...]

18 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

Section 5: Maintenance 19 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

20 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

Section 5: Maintenance 21 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

22 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

Section 5: Maintenance 23 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

24 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

Section 5: Maintenance 25 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

26 Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

Section 5: Maintenance 27 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or pr[...]

28 Parts List Models 664D & E666M HANDLEBAR ASSEMBL Y and CONTROL LEVERS 10[...]

Parts List 29 Models 664D & E666M REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 1918801 Handlebars .......................................... 1 2 GW-9126 Grip ..................................................... 2 3 777I22088 Decal, Control Panel ........................... 1 3A 777D05553 Decal, Model Name/Logo ......[...]

30 Parts List Models 664D & E666M ENGINE, SUPPORT BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BEL TS, BEL T COVER Reverse Clutch Cable 2 6 5 7 7 3 4 13 14 15 16 17 16 52 21 25 24 23 8 39 46 20 20 43 53 54 41 44 51 43 44 37 31 38 47 35 45 20 49 50 40 42 48 12 26 27 3 28 29 30 11 22 18 1 32 10 9 55 35 36 (Screw, Ref. 47, secures Forward Clutch Cable – page 28, Ref. 10)[...]

Parts List 31 Models 664D & E666M ENGINE, SUPPORT BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BEL TS, BEL T COVER 1 710-0539 Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.75 .......................... 1 2 1917326 Bracket, Clutch Cable .......................... 1 3 736-0119 Lockwasher–5/16................................ 6 4 710-0107 Hex Hd. Screw, 5/16-24 x 1/2 ............. 2 5 777S30651 Deca[...]

32 Parts List Models 664D & E666M TRANSMISSION HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS, PLUGS 1 721-04031 Oil Seal (Double Lip), Wheel Shaft ...... 2 2 1105620 Pipe Plug, 1/4, ................................... 2 3 721-04001 Seal, Transmission Bore ..................... 1 4 1186329 Hex Flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4* ...... 6 5 721-04044 Oil Seal, Input [...]

Parts List 33 Models 664D & E666M MAIN DRIVE SHAFT 1 GW-1714 Bearing, Tapered Roller with Race .... 1 2 GW-20718 Spur Gear .......................................... 1 3 GW-9301 Key, 3/16 sq. x 1 ............................... 1 4 GW-20912 Main Drive Shaft (Drive shaft is one- piece with integral, single-lead, work-hardened front worm, and int[...]

34 Parts List Models 664D & E666M WHEEL SHAFT , ECCENTRIC SHAFT and TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 721-04031 Oil Seal .............................................. 2 2 1909950 Retaining Ring (heavy-duty, external) 2 3 GW-1166-1 Shim, 1-1/64 I.D., .062" thick ............ A/R[...]

Parts List 35 Models 664D & E666M 1 710-0514 Hex Hd. Screw, 3/8-16 x 1* ................ 16 2 GW-1270-2 Bolo Tine-single. Right hand tine used on left side of tiller .................. 8 3 712-3000 Hex Locknut, 3/8-16 ........................... 18 5 710-3096 Hex Hd. Screw, 3/8-16 x 2, Grade 8 .... 2 7 GW-1270-1 Bolo Tine-single. Left hand tine[...]

36 Parts List Bumper – OEM-290-254 1 1918749 Bumper ............................................ 1 2 777S30653 Decal - Caution .................................. 1 3 710-0395 Screw–hex hd., 5/16-18 x 2-1/4* (included in hardware kit) ........... 4 4 736-0119 Lockwasher–5/16* (included in hardware kit) ............. 4 5 712-0267 Nut–hex, 5/1[...]

Parts List 37 Models 664D & E666M HOOD, BRACKET and DEPTH REGULA TOR 1 686-04013 Tine Hood ........................................... 1 2 710-0169 Lockwasher, 3/8.................................. 2 3 GW-2525 Bracket–hood & depth regulator ......... 1 4 710-04049 Hex Flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 5/8* ...... 2 5 712-0291 Hex Locknut, 1/4-20 ..[...]

38 Parts List Model E666M[...]

Parts List 39 Model E666M ELECTRIC ST ART ASSEMBL Y 1 1186073 Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.25 ........... 2 2 1186211 Hex Nut, 5/16-24 ............................... 2 3 1186390 Flange Screw, 1/4-20 x .625.............. 2 4 1186389 Hex Locknut, 1/4-20 .......................... 2 5 1901202 Cable (ground wire to starter motor bracket)................[...]

TROY -BIL T TILLER LIFETIME LIMITED W ARRANTY WHAT PRODUCT All Troy-Bilt branded rear tine walk-behind tillers with gear drive transmissions. IS COVERED This warranty begins on the date of purchase and is warranted by Troy-Bilt LLC for the life of the tiller, to the original purchaser only. WHAT IS COVERED Troy-Bilt LLC will, at its option, repair [...]