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Bolens 1463 Guide

1468(1468
1667
(1600)
1668
(1600)
1668L
(1600)
FORM
3a32P^(11/89)
SUPERSEDES
3834-7
Thank
you
for
purchasing
this
piece
of
Bolens
equipment.
We
feel
you
now
own
one
of
the
e
finest
pieces
of
equipment
available.
This
is
a
safety,
operation
and
general
maintenance
manual
which
does
not
attempt
to
cove’er
major
repairs.
Bolens
equipment
is
carefully
designed,
engineered,
and
manufactured
to
give
good
performance
if
properly
operated
and
maintained.
Review
this
manual
to
familiarize
yourself
with
the
unit,
its
features
and
its
ope
©ration.
Your
Warranty
Statement
is
included
seperatly
with
this
manual.
Please
read
it
carefully.
J^ll.
!l
so,
please
return
the
completed
postpaid
owner
registration
card
which
is
included
with
this
manual.
The
purp»0S'Se
of
this
card
is
to
register
each
unit
and
owner
at
the
factory
for
safety
purposes.
CONTACT
YOUR
NEAREST
BOLENS
DEALER
FOR
ANY
REPLACEMENT
PARTS
OR
SE
ffi.RVICE
NEEDED.
DO
NOT
RETURN
PARTS
DIRECTLY
TO
THE
FACTORY.
THE
FACTORY
REQUIRES
PRIOR
APPRFROVAL
ON
RETURNS,
AND
APPROVALS
ARE
ISSUED
ONLY
TO
BOLENS
DEALERS
OR
DISTRIBUTORS.
WARNING
TO
OWNERS/OPERATORS
exhaust
system
in
such
a
m
nanner
that
flames
or
heat
from
the
system
will
not
ign
n
ite
flammable
material.
Contact
your
state
forester
*
■
or
state
fire
marshall
for
specific
regulations
in
your'
*
area.
Compliance
with
these
regulations
is
the
sole
res
pocDonsibility
of
the
owner/operator,
and
not
of
Bolens
Corporation.
Owner/operator
is
respon
sill
ii
ble
for
any
legal
action
taken
as
a
result
of
non-compliainiooice
with
these
regulations,
as
well
as
any
damages/firesu
lb
ppression
costs
incurred
resulting
from
a
fire
causedi
I
through
non-compliance
with
these
regulations.
On
Federal
land,
and
in
some
states,
it
is
unlawful
to
operate
an
internal
combusion
engine
using
hydrocarbon
fuels
on
any
forest
covered,
brush
covered
or
grass
covered
land;
or
on
land
covered
with
grain,
hay
or
other
flammable
agricultural
crop
without
an
engine
spark
arrestor
muffler
in
continuous
effective
working
order.
The
engine
on
your
unit,
like
most
garden
equipment
Is
an
internal
combusion
engine
that
burns
gasoline
(a
hydrocarbon
fuel);
therefore,
it
must
be
equipped
with
a
spark
arrestor
muffler
In
proper
working
order.
The
spark
arrestor
must
be
attached
to
the
engine
For
Engine
Service
&
Repairs:
Please
contact
your
nearest
authorized
Tecumseh
or
Briggs
&
Stratton
Service
Center
if
engine
service
or
repair
is
needed.
This
listing
is
in
the
phone
book
"Yellow
Pages"
under
"Engines,
Gasoline"
or
"Gasoline
Engines."
The
Service
Center
will
need
to
know
the
model,
Type
and
Code
number
of
your
engine.
Your
local
Tecumseh
or
Briggs
&
Stratton
Dealer
can
handle
repairs,
parts
orders
and
warranty
service
concerning
thess
engine
alone.
If
you
wish
to
contact
us
before
seeinmg
the
Engine
Dealer,
or
if
you
have
difficulty
getting
eeengine
service
or
parts
locally,
be
sure
to
let
us
kno-ow.
See
the
enclosed
Engine
Manufacturer’s
literatu
nre
for
full
terms
of
the
Limited
Warranty
on
the
engira-rie
and
other
details
about
the
engine.
Identification
Number.
3
Attachments
and
Kits.
5
Specifications.
5
Controls.
6
Pre-Operational
Checks.
7
Operation.
8
Starting
the
Engine.
8
Maintenance.
11
Storing
Your
Bolens
Tractor....
19
Maintenance
Chart.
20
Lubri
05ication
Chart.
17
IMincror
Trouble
Shooting
Guide.
20
Wirin
091
g
Diagram
.
21
2
To
ensure
prompt
service
when
repairs
or
adjustments
are
required,
your
Bolens
Dealer
must
have
the
following
informa¬
tion.
For
your
own
personal
reference,
fill
in
the
serial
number
spaces
provided
below.
Model/Serial
number
of
tractor
(Located
on
fender
under
seat)
Engine
Model/Serial/Spec
Numbers
(A)
ENGINE
PARTS
When
ordering
engine
component
parts,
contact
the
engine
manufacturer
or
dealer
in
your
area.
CAUTION
WE
URGE
USING
ONLY
GENUINE
BOLENS
REPLACER^ENT
PARTS,
WHICH
MEET
ALL
OF
THE
LATEST
REQUIREMENTS.
REPLACEMENT
PARTS
MANUFACTURED
BY
OTHERS
COULD
PRESENT
SAFETY
HAZARDS
EVEN
THOUGH
THEY
MAY
FIT
ON
BOLENS
PRODUCTS.
This
Is
a
safety
alert
symbol.
Whenever
you
see
this
symbol,
read
and
obey
the
safety
message
that
follows
It.
Failure
to
obey
the
safety
message
could
result
in
personal
injury
or
property
damage.
CAUTION
Indicates
a
situation
that
could
cause
property
damage.
WARNING
Indicates
a
situation
that
could
cause
personal
injury.
DANGER
Indicates
a
situation
that
could
result
in
severe
injury
or
death.
Preventing
accidents
is
the
'
responsibility
of
every
equipment
operator.
The
following
general
safety
precautions
must
be
fully
understood
and
followed
by
every
operator
of
this
equipment.
Review
them
frequently
and
NEVER
TAKE
CHANCES.
BE
CAREFUL
BEFORE,
DURING
AND
RIGHT
AFTER
USE
OF
ANY
POWER
EQUIPMENT.
ACCIDENTS
CAN
BE
PREVENTED.
1.
Know
the
controls
of
the
machine
and
how
to
stop
quickly.
READ
THIS
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
and
the
instructions
furnished
with
attachments.
2.
Do
not
allov.;
children
to
operate
the
machine.
Do
not
allow
adults
to
operate
it
without
proper
instruction.
3
3.
Do
not
carry
passengers.
Do
not
mow
when
children
and
others
are
around.
4.
Clear
the
work
area
of
objects
(wire,
rocks,
etc.)
which
might
be
picked
up
and
thrown.
Discharge
materials
can
exceed
200
mph.
5.
Disengage
all
attachment
clutches
and
shift
into
neutral
before
attempting
to
start
the
engine
(motor).
6.
Disengage
power
to
attachment{s}
and
stop
the
engine
(motor)
before
leaving
the
operator’s
position.
7.
Disengage
power
to
attachment(s)
and
stop
the
engine
(motor)
before
making
any
repairs
or
adjustments.
8.
Unless
otherwise
specified,
before
performing
any
maintenance
or
adjustments:
a.
Stop
engine.
b.
Remove
key
from
ignition.
c.
Disconnect
spark
plug
wire
and
keep
it
from
touching
spark
plug.
9.
Disengage
power
to
attachment(s)
when
transporting
or
not
in
use.
10.
Take
all
possible
precautions
when
leaving
the
vehicle
unattended,
such
as
disengaging
the
attachment
drive,
lowering
the
attachment(s),
setting
the
parking
brake,
stopping
the
engine,
and
removing
the
key.
11.
Do
not
stop
or
start
suddenly
when
going
uphill
or
downhill.
Mow
up
and
down
the
face
of
steep
slopes;
never
across
the
face.
12.
Reduce
speed
and
exercise
extreme
caution
on
slopes
and
in
sharp
turns
to
prevent
tipping
or
loss
of
control.
Be
especially
cautious
when
changing
direction
on
slopes.
13.
Stay
alert
for
holes,
rocks,
and
roots
in
the
terrain
and
other
hidden
hazards.
Keep
away
from
drop-offs.
14.
Use
care
when
pulling
loads
or
using
heavy
equipment.
a.
Use
only
approved
drawbar
hitch
points.
b.
Limit
loads
to
those
you
can
safely
control.
c.
Do
not
turn
sharply.
Use
care
when
backing.
d.
Use
counterweight(s)
or
wheel
weights.
15.
Watch
out
for
traffic
when
crossing
or
near
roadways.
16.
When
using
any
attachments,
never
direct
discharge
of
material
toward
bystanders
nor
allow
anyone
near
the
vehicle
while
in
operation.
Open
doors
if
the
engine
is
running
in
the
garage-exhaust
fumes
are
dangerous.
Do
not
run
the
engine
indoors.
17.
Handle
gasoline
with
care-it
is
highly
flammable.
a.
Use
approved
gasoline
container.
b.
Never
remove
the
fuel
cap
of,
or
add
gasoline
to,
a
running
or
hot
engine,
or
an
engine
that
has
not
been
allowed
to
coo!
for
several
minutes
after
running.
Never
fill
the
tank
indoors
and
always
clean
up
spilled
gasoline.
18.
Never
store
the
equipment
with
gasoline
in
the
tank
inside
a
building
where
fumes
may
reach
an
open
flame
or
spark.
Allow
the
engine
to
cool
before
storing
in
any
enclosure.
19.
To
reduce
fire
hazard,
keep
the
engine
free
of
grass,
leaves,
or
excessive
grease.
20.
Keep
the
yehicle
and
attachments
in
good
operating
condition,
and
keep
safety
devices
in
place
and
working.
21.
Keep
all
nuts,
bolts,
and
screws
tight
to
be
sure
the
equipment
is
in
safe
working
condition.
22.
The
vehicle
and
attachments
should
be
stopped
and
inspected
for
damage
after
striking
a
foreign
object,
and
the
damage
should
be
repaired
before
restarting
and
operating
the
equipment.
23.
Do
not
change
the
engine
governor
settings
or
overspeed
the
engine.
24.
When
using
the
vehicle
with
mower,
proceed
as
follows:
a.
Mow
only
in
daylight
or
in
good
artificial
light.
b.
Never
make
a
cutting
height
adjustment
while
the
engine
is
running.
c.
Shut
the
engine
off
and
disengage
attachments
when
removing
the
grass
catcher
or
unclogging
chute.
d.
Check
the
blade
mounting
bolts
for
proper
tightness
at
frequent
intervals.
25.
Under
normal
use
the
grass
catcher
bag
material
is
subject
to
deterioration
and
wear.
It
should
be
checked
frequently
for
bag
replacement.
Replacement
bags
should
be
checked
to
ensure
compliance
with
the
original
manufacturers
recommendations
or
specifications.
26.
Disengage
power
to
mower
before
backing
up.
Do
not
mow
in
reverse
unless
absolutely
necessary
and
then
only
after
careful
observation
of
the
entire
area
behind
the
mower.
A
large
percentage
of
accidents
involving
children
occur
while
backing
up.
4
Below
IS
a
list
of
attachments
and
kits
that
are
avaHable
for
your
unit.
The
information
listed
is
the
most
current
at
the
time
this
manual
was
printed.
Check
with
your
nearest
Bolens
dealer
for
up-to-date
information.
Model
16465
18300
18301
18305
18311
18318
18320
18322
18325
18327
18330
Description
Dump
Cart
(10.0
Cu.
Ft.)
42"
Side
Discharge
Rotary
Mower
48"
Side
Discharge
Rotary
Mower
42"
Blade
38"
Snowthrower
(requires
30902
&
18318)
Front
PTO
Kit
(use
with
18311
or
18322)
8"
Tine
and
Hood
Extension
for
18322
33"
Rotary
Tiller
(requires
30902
&
18318)
Electric
Lift
Kit
(Gear
Tractors)
Hydraulic
Lift
Kit
(Hydro
Tractors,
Standard
equipment
on
1668L,
1669L)
Sleeve
Hitch
Model
18335
18346
19222
21741
30902
30917
30921
50146
50194
50922
50930
1716190
Description
42"
Rear
Discharge
Rotary
Mower
Snowthrower
Installation
Kit
(for
50146)
Mech.
Blade
i^ngling
Kit
for
(18305)
Front
Wheel
Weights
Rear
Wheel
Weights
(pair)
Power
Packer
Plus
(requires
30921
or
50922)
Cart
Grass
Collector
(requires
30917)
46"
Two
Stage
Snowthrower
(requires
18346
&
18318)
(recommend
30902)
Storage
Cover
Two-Bag
Grass
Collector
(requires
30917)
Cab
(hard
top
w/vinyl
sides)
Chains,
23
x
8.50-12
Bolens
reserves
the
right
to
make
changes
in
specifications
shown
herein,
add
product
at
any
time
without
notice
or
obligation.
improvements
or
discontinue
the
manufactured
ENGINE-
(1463)
Tecumseh
-
14
HP
(10.4
kW)
at
3600
RPM
Single
Cylinder,
Air
Cooled
(1467)
Briggs
&
Stratton
14
H.P.
(10.4
kW)
at
3600
RPM
Twin
Cylinder,
Air
Cooled
(1468)
Briggs
&
Stratton
Vanguard
14
H.P.
(10.4
kW)
at
3600
RPM
Twin
Cylinder,
Air
Cooled
(1667
&
1668)
Briggs
&
Stratton
16
H.P.
(11.9
kW)
at
3600
RPM
Twin
Cylinder,
Air
Cooled
(1669
&
1669L)
Briggs
&
Stratton
Vanguard
16
H.P.
(11.9
kW)
at
3600
RPM
Twin
Cylinder,
Air
cooled
Oil
Capacity:
1463.3-1/4pts.
(1.5
liter)
1467,
1667
&
1668-
3
pts.
(1,4
liter)
1468,1669
&
1669L
3.5
pts.(1.6
liter)
Oil
Filter;
(1468,
1669
&
1669L)
Contact
your
nearest
Briggs
&
Stratton
dealer
for
oil
filter
specifications.
Air
Cleaner.Dry
Type
Battery.
280
cca
Tires.Front:
16
x
6.50-8
Rear:
23x8.5-12
Fuel
Capacity.3.5
gal.
(13.2
liters)
Power
Attachments;
Electric
Clutch
Brake-with
belts
and
universal
joints
Wheelbase
.49
in.
(123
cm.)
Turning
Radius.77
in.(192
cm)
Ground
Clearance.7in.(17cm)
Height
.44
in.
(111.8
cm)
Width.38
in.
(96.5
cm)
Length.69
in.
(175
cm)
Shipping
Weight:
1463,
1467,
1468,
1667,
1668
&
1669
.
703
lbs.
(319
kgs.)
1668L
&
16691-
781
lbs.
(355
kgs.)
Standard
Equipment.Solid
State
ignition;
headlights;
electric
clutch/
brake
to
drive
front,
center
or
rear
attachments;
electric
starting;
interlock
switches
to
prevent
tractor
from
being
started
with
attachment
switch
in
ON
position,
and
brake
disengaged;
ammeter;
cruise
control
on
1668
S/N
0400101
and
later
and
1669;
hydraulic
lift
1668L
and
1669L.
MODEL
1668,
1668L,
1669
&
1669L
Drive.Hydrostatic
Transmission
Speed.Infinitely
variable
Forward;
0-6.8
mph
(0-10.0
km/hr)
Reverse:
0-3.4
mph
(0-5.5
km/hr)
MODELS
1463,1467,1468
&
1667
Drive.Peerless
Geared
Transmission
Speed.4
Forward
and
1
Reverse
(All
speeds
are
approximate)
1st-.7
mph
(1.1
km/hr)
2nd-2.0
mph
(3.2
km/hr)
3rd-3.0
mph
(4.8
km/hr)
4th-5.2
mph
(8.4
km/hr)
Reverse:
2.1
mph
(3.4
km/hr)
5
Before
operating
the
tractor,
the
operator
should
become
familiar
with
the
function
and
location
of
each
control
to
ensure
proper
and
efficient
operation.
The
synnbois
used
on
the
controls
of
the
tractor
are
INTERNATIONAL
SYM¬
BOLS.
These
symbols
are
used
all
over
the
World
on
equipment
such
as
this.
These
symbols
are
readily
identified
in
all
languages.
The
foiiov/mg
listed
numbers
and
accom¬
panying
information
correspond
to
those
numbers
assigned
to
the
controls
indicated
below.
1.
CHOKE
—
Choke
lever
UP
towards
the
“ON”
position
closes
choke
for
starting.
Choke
lever
DOWN
to
“OFF”
position
opens
choke
for
operation.
2.
THROTTLE
—
Move
throttle
lever
“UP”
one-half
way
for
starting.
3.
IGNITION-STARTER
SWITCH
—
This
is
a
four
position
switch;
“OFF”,
Run
with
Lights,
Run,
and
Start.
To
start
the
engine
turn
the
key
to
the
far
right.
Release
when
engine
starts.
To
run
lights
turn
key
back
to
the
“ON
LIGHTS”
position
(Run
With
Lights).
4.
A
MMETER
~
Indicates
rate
of
charge
and/or
discharge
from
battery.
5.
B
RAKE
PEDAL
—
Depress
pedal
to
apply
brake.
6.
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL
—
Clutch
is
engaged
when
pedal
is
up.
Depress
pedal
to
disengage
clutch
and
apply
brake.
7.
GEAR
SHIFT
LEVER
~
For
selec¬
tion
of
1st.
2nd,
3rd,
4th
and
reverse
gear.
8.
HYDRO
TRAVEL
PEDAL
(Hydrostatic
Models
Only)
—
Depress
pedal
with
toe
of
foot
for
forward
motion.
Depress
with
heel
of
foot
for
reverse
motion
9.
PARKING
BRAKE
LEVER
—To
engage
"Parking
Brake"
depress
brake
pedal
and
pull
back
parking
brake
lever
to
latch
the
pedal
in
the
park
position.
To
release
the
"Parking
Brake"
depress
the
brake
pedal
until
the
latch
is
released.
10.
ATTACHMENT
DRIVE
SWITCH
—
Engages
and
disengages
power
to
at¬
tachments.
Move
switch
lever
up
to
engage
clutch
and
down
to
disengage.
11.
ATTACHMENT
LIFT
LEVER
—
When
adjusting
height
of
attachments,
push
thumb
button
on
top
of
lift
lever
down
to
unlatch.
Seven
positions
are
available.
12.
ATTACHMENT
LIFT
LEVER
(1668L
&
1669L)
(Optional
on
Models
1668
&
1669.)
Pull
lever
up
to
activate
the
hydraulic
lift
attachment.
Push
lever
down
to
lower
attachments.
13.
PTO
DRIVE
LIGHT
—indicates
when
PTO
drive
is
activated.
14.
CRUISE
LIGHT
—
(1668
Later
Models)
-
Shines
when
cruise
control
is
activated.
15.
CRUISE
CONTROL
SWITCH—
(1668
Later
Models
&
1669)
-
Off-On
positions.
6
The
operator
should
become
famil¬
iar
with
the
following
pre-
operational
check
list,
and
perform
each
check
prior
to
starting
or
operating
the
Bolens
tractor.
1
.
Check
for
proper
level
of
engine
oil.
Fill
crankcase
through
dipstick
opening.
The
oil
level
is
indicated
by
marks
on
the
dipstick
(A),
Figure
1,
2
&2A.
Fig.
2A
Capacity;.1463,
3-1/4
pts.
(1.5L)
1467,
1667,
&
1668,
3
pts.
(1.4L)
1468,
1669,
&
1669L,
3.5
pts.
(1.6L)
Refer
to
engine
manual
for
proper
grade
and
type.
2.
C
h
e
ck
gasoline
tank
for
suffi¬
cient
gas
supply.
Use
a
good
grade
of
clean,
fresh,
lead-free
gasoline.
DO
NOT
MIX
OIL
WITH
GASOLINE.
Check
to
see
that
vent
hole
in
fuel
tank
cap
is
not
plugged.
WARNING
DO
NOT
REFUEL
TRACTOR
WHILE
ENGINE
IS
RUNNING
OR
HOT.
KEEP
SMOKING
MATERIALS,
SPARKS
AND
FLAMES
AWAY
FROM
GAS
TANK
AND
FUEL
CONTAINER.
3.
Inspect
battery
for
proper
elec¬
trolyte
level
and
clean
cables
of
dirt
and
corrosion.
4.
Check
flywheel
screen
for
debris,
and
clean
regularly.
WARNING
ENGINE
MUST
BE
STOPPED
BEFORE
CLEANING.
5.
Visually
check
for
loose
or
miss¬
ing
nuts,
screws
and
damaged
parts.
Replace
and
tighten
before
starting
engine.
6.
Check
for
proper
tire
inflation.
Front:
12
to
14
PSI
Rear:
10
to
12
PSI
7.
Check
seat
adjustment
for
oper¬
ator
comfort.
To
adjust
seat,
loosen
knobs
beneath
seat
and
slide
seat
forward
or
back.
For
different
spring
suspension,
twist
spring
to
loosen.
Slide
spring
to
the
front
for
light
operators
or
back
for
heavy
operators.
Twist
spring
to
tighten.
NOTE
These
tractors
may
be
shipped
without
oil
in
the
engine
crankcase.
Be
sure
to
fill
the
crankcase
with
oil
before
starting
the
engine.
Use
oil
recommended
in
lubrication
charts
(Pages
17
and
18).
The
engine
should
be
placed
under
load,
but
not
over
loaded,
from
the
very
be¬
ginning
as
this
will
improve
the
final
seat¬
ing
of
the
rings.
Do
not
operate
under
light
loads
for
prolonged
period
of
time
during
"break-in."
PTO
DRIVE
CLUTCH
BREAK-IN
1.
A
ttach
mower
or
snowthrower.
2.
Adjust
leveling
or
lift.
3.
With
engine
running
at
idle
speed,
engage
and
disengage
PTO
drive
switch
10
to
15
times
while
not
cutting
or
blowing
snow.
Do
this
before
initial
use
and
after
extended
storage.
7
Before
driving
the
Bolens
tractor,
the
operator
should
be
familiar
with
the
loca¬
tion
and
functions
of
all
controls.
DANGER
CHILDREN
SHALL
NOT
OPERATE
THIS
TRACTOR
BECAUSE
AN
AVERAGE
CHILD
IS
NOT
ABLE
TO
COPE
WITH
THIS
POWER
TOOL.
NORMAL
STARTING
1.
THESTARTER
WILL
OPERATE
ONLY
WHEN
THE
PTO
SWITCH
(A)
Fig.
3
IS
IN
"OFF"
POSITION.
AND
BRAKE
OR
CLUTCH
PEDAL
IS
DEPRESSED.
2.
Place
transmission
in
neutral.
3.
Move
choke
lever
all
the
way
up
(choke
on).
Experience
will
indicate
need
for
more
or
less
choking
due
to
variations
in
temperature,
grade
of
fuel,
etc.
4.
Move
throttle
lever
up
about
halfway.
TO
THE
STARTING
MECHANISM
AND
ENGINE.
LIMIT
CRANKING
(CON¬
TINUOUS)
TO
A
PERIOD
OF
30
SECONDS
TO
PREVENT
OVERHEAT¬
ING
OF
THE
STARTER.
IF
CRANKED
OVER
30
SECONDS,
STARTER
SHOULD
NOT
BE
OPERATED
AGAIN
FOR
60
SECONDS
TO
ALLOW
TIME
FOR
COOLING.
6.
Move
choke
lever
down
about
half¬
way
as
soon
as
engine
starts.
Gradually
push
all
the
way
down
as
the
engine
warms
up.
In
normal
operation,
choke
lever
should
be
in
off
(down)
position
for
best
engine
efficiency
and
fuel
economy.
7.
Move
throttle
lever
up
to
full
speed
when
operating
tractor.
8.
To
stop
the
engine,
place
the
throttle
lever
at
approximately
one-
half
throttle.
Place
PTO
switch
in
"OFF"
position.
Turn
the
ignition
switch
to
"OFF"
and
remove
key.
NOTE
Leaving
seat
with
attachment
switch
on
will
stop
engine,
due
to
interlock
switch
connected
to
seat.
EMERGENCY
STARTING
In
the
event
of
electrical
failure,
get
in
touch
with
your
DEALER
for
assistance
in
locating
trouble.
Should
the
battery
be
too
low
on
power
to
start
the
unit,
it
is
always
best
to
re¬
move
it
and
have
it
re-charged.
However,
should
jumper
cables
be
used
the
follow¬
ing
must
be
observed:
1.
REMOVE
BATTERY
FROM
TRAC¬
TOR
AND
REMOVE
BATTERY
CELL
CAPS
WHEN
USING
JUMPER
CABLES.
WARNING
ALWAYS
SHIELD
EYES
WHEN
WORK¬
ING
AROUND
BATTERIES.
THIS
BAT¬
TERY
CONTAINS
SULFURIC
ACID.
AVOID
CONTACT
WITH
SKIN,
EYES
OR
CLOTHING.
IN
EVENT
OF
ACCI¬
DENT,
FLUSH
WITH
WATER
AND
CALL
A
PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY.
ELECTRIC
STORAGE
BATTERIES
GIVE
OFF
HIGHLY
FLAMMABLE
HYDROGEN
GAS
WHILE
BEING
JUMPED,
AND
CONTINUE
TO
DO
SO
FOR
SOME
TIME.
DO
NOT
UNDER
ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES,
ALLOW
AN
ELECTRIC
SPARK
OR
AN
OPEN
FLAME
NEAR
THE
BATTERY.
DO
NOT
SET
TOOLS
ACROSS
THE
BATTERY
TERMINALS
AS
THIS
MAY
RESULT
IN
A
SPARK
OR
SHORT
CIRCUIT
WHICH
MAY
CAUSE
AN
EXPLOSION.
2.
BE
CERTAIN
jumper
cables
are
con¬
nected
positive
to
positive
and
negative
from
the
booster
battery
to
the
engine
block
of
the
tractor,
NOT
TO
NEGA¬
TIVE
(-)
TERMINAL
OF
BATTERY.
5.
Insert
ignition
key
and
turn
to
the
right
to
start
engine.
Release
when
engine
starts.
CAUTION
IN
THE
EVENT
OF
A
"FALSE
START"
(ENGINE
GETS
UP
SUFFICIENT
SPEED
TO
DISENGAGE
STARTER
BUT
FAILS
TO
CONTINUE
RUNNING),
THE
ENGINE
MUST
BE
COMPLETELY
STOPPED
BEFORE
ANOTHER
START¬
ING
ATTEMPT
IS
MADE.
FAILURE
TO
ALLOW
ENGINE
TO
COME
TO
A
COM¬
PLETE
STOP
CAN
CAUSE
DAMAGE
Model
1467
Shown
3.
Place
attachment
switch
in
OFF
position
and
depress
clutch
or
brake
pedal.
4.
Follow
procedure
outlined
under
Electric
Starting.
COLD
WEATHER
OPERATION
The
following
recommendations
should
be
followed
if
your
engine
does
not
start
properly
in
cold
weather.
1.
W
hen
not
in
use
store
this
unit
in
a
dry
protected
place.
2.
When
starting
this
unit
set
the
throttle
at
about
1/2
and
choke
at
"ON"
positions.
Crank
the
engine
till
it
starts
to
fire.
Move
the
choke
down
about
1/2
way.
If
the
engine
does
not
start,
set
the
choke
at
"OFF"
position
and
start.
3.
If
the
weather
drops
below
20°F
(“6
C>
the
engine
manufacturers
recom¬
mend
using
5W30
or
5W20
oil
in
the
crankcase.
ATTACHMENT
DRIVE
CLUTCH
Move
PTO
drive
switch
(A),
Figures
4
and
5.
lever
to
ON
to
engage
PTO
drive
clutch.
Move
PTO
drive
switch
lever
to
OFF
to
disengage
PTO
drive.
CAUTION
DO
NOT
ENGAGE
PTO
DRIVE
WITHOUT
AN
IMPLEMENT
ATTACHED.
ALWAYS
REMOVE
MOWER
DRIVE
BELT
AND
UNIVERSAL
JOINTS
FROM
PTO
DRIVE
SHAFT
AFTER
ATTACHMENT
IS
REMOVED.
SERIOUS
DAMAGE
WILL
RESULT
IF
UNIVERSAL
JOINTS
ARE
LEFT
ON
AND
PTO
DRIVE
IS
ENGAGED.
HYDRAULIC
ATTACHMENT
LIFT
(Optional
on
Model
1668
&
1669,
Standard
on
Model
1668L
&
1669L)
The
attachment
lift
(B),
Figure
4,
can
be
maneuvered
while
vehicle
is
at
rest
or
in
motion.
Lift
lever
to
raise
attachments
and
push
down
on
lever
to
lower
attach¬
ments.
When
released,
lever
will
automati
cally
return
to
NEUTRAL
position
and
hold.
To
place
attachment
into
the
FLOAT
position,
push
lift
lever
ALL
THE
WAY
DOWN.
The
float
position
allows
the
attached
implement
to
follow
ground
contours.
CAUTION
BE
SURE
ATTACHMENT
IS
COMPLETELY
HOOKED
UP
BEFORE
USING
HYDRAULIC
LIFT.
MOVE
THE
ATTACHMENT
SLOWLY
THROUGH
THE
ENTIRE
RANGE
OF
THE
LIFT
TO
CHECK
FOR
BINDING
OR
INTERFERENCE
BEFORE
USING
ATTACHMENT.
MAKE
ADJUSTMENTS
IF
REQUIRED.
Consult
your
attachment
manual
for
cor¬
rect
lift
lever
position.
ATTACHMENT
LIFT
LEVER
Height
of
attachments
can
be
varied
through
7
positions
with
the
attachment
lift
lever
(C)
Fig.
5.
To
obtain
position
depress
thumb
button,
move
lever
to
desired
position
and
release.
HYDROSTATIC
TRANSMISSION
(Models
1668,
1668L.
1669
&
1669L)
The
hydrostatic
transmission
gives
the
operator
a
choice
of
infinitely
variable
speeds
from
0
to
6.8
mph
(0-10
km/hr)
forward,
and
0-3.4
mph
(0-5.5
km/hr)
in
reverse.
Avoid
excessive
HIGH
travel
speed
whenever
possible.
Lower
travel
speeids
are
best
for
most
jobs
such
as
snow
casting
or
mowing
tall
or
lush
grass.
It
is
required
that
the
tractor
operate
at
FULL
THROTTLE.
While
operating
under
heavy
load
conditions,
listen
to
the
engine
RPM.
If
the
engine
begins
to
labor,
do
not
advance
the
travel
pedal.
By
let¬
ting
up
on
the
travel
pedal,
the
ground
speed
will
decrease
and
the
engine
speed
will
increase,
thereby
allowing
engine
to
maintain
constant
P.T.O.
speed.
NOTE
DO
NOT
DRIVE
THE
TRACTOR
IMMEDIATELY
AFTER
START-UP.
LET
THE
ENGINE
RUN
A
FEW
MIN¬
UTES
TO
ALLOW
TRANSMISSION
OIL
TO
WARM
UP
FIRST.
LENGTH
OF
WARM
UP
WILL
BE
DETERMINED
BY
TEMPERATURE.
IF
TRACTOR
HAS
A
HYDRAULIC
LIFT
SYSTEM,
DO
NOT
DR
IVE
UNTIL
LIFT
SYSTEM
IS
IN
OPERATION.
I
WHEN
MOVING
TRACTOR
MANU¬
ALLY,
PUSH
THE
UNIT
SLOWLY
TO
PREVENT
TEMPORARY
LOCK-UP
OF
THE
REAR
WHEELS.
THE
CLICKING
NOISE
IS
CONSIDERED
NORMAL.
CAUTION
DO
NOT
TOW
THE
TRACTOR
WITH
ANOTHER
VEHICLE.
DOING
SO
WILL
CAUSE
DAMAGE
TO
THE
DRIVE
SYSTEM.
The
travel
(control)
pedal
(D)
Figure
4
is
generally
used
for
dynamic
braking
while
moving.
To
slow
down
or
stop
the
tractor
while
it
is
In
forward
motion,
gradually
apply
pressure
to
the
travel
control
pedal
with
heel
of
right
foot
until
tractor
comes
to
a
full
stop.
To
slow
down
or
stop
the
tractor
while
it
is
in
reverse
motion,
apply
pressure
to
travel
control
pedal
with
toe
of
right
foot
until
tractor
comes
to
a
full
stop.
GEAR
DRIVE
TRANSMISSION
(Models
1463,1467,1468
&
1667)
This
tractor
features
a
four
speed
PEER¬
LESS
GEARED
TRANSMISSION
(See
Fig.
6
for
shift
pattern
and
approximate
speeds.)
To
select
the
desired
speed
proceed
as
follows;
1.
Fully
depress
brake/clutch
pedal
(H),
Fig.
5.
Bring
tractor
to
a
complete
stop.
2.
Move
shift
lever
(F)
to
desired
speed
with
a
quick,
firm
action.
3.
Slowly
releasing
pedal
will
result
in
motion.
4.
To
stop
tractor,
depress
brake/
clutch
pedal.
NOTE
TO
PREVENT
DAMAGE
TO
THE
TRANSMISSION,
DO
NOT
SHIFT
GEARS
WHILE
THE
TRACTOR
IS
IN
MOTION.
TRACTOR
MUST
BE
AT
A
FULL
STOP.
AVOID
CLASHING
GEARS
WHEN
SHIFTING.
SINCE
1ST
GEAR
IS
NOT
NORMALLY
USED
WHEN
BLOWING
SNOW,
A
FLIPPER
HAS
BEEN
PROVIDED
TO
LOCK
OUT
1ST
AND
AID
IN
FINDING
2ND.
FOOT
AND
PARKING
BRAKE
Depress
brake
pedal
(G)
Fig.
4
or
clutch/
brake
pedal
(H)
Fig.
5
to
apply
the
brakes.
To
place
in
park,
depress
foot
pedal
to
fully
apply
the
brakes,
hold
pedal
in
this
position
and
lift
parking
lock
(J)
to
lock
pedal
down.
WARNING
ALWAYS
LOCK
BRAKE
WHENEVER
LEAVING
TRACTOR
UNATTENDED.
Proper
use^jof
brakes
will
help
prevent
damage
or
personal
injury,
CRUISE
CONTROL
(Model
1668
S/N
0400101
and
later,
1669
&1669L)
With
the
unit
running
and
desired
speed
selected,
activate
the
cruise
clutch
by
pressing
the
“RESET”
end
of
switch
(K),
Figure
4.
To
deactivate
the
clutch
during
opera¬
tion,
simply
press
the
“OFF”
position
of
switch
or
apply
the
brake.
Activating
the
brake
will
cut
off
all
power
to
the
clutch
and
return
the
transmission
to
neutral
position.
GEAR
SELECTION
AND
APPROXIMATE
SPEEDS
SHIFT
PATTERN
5.2
MPH
3.0
MPH
(8.4
km/hr)
(4-8
km/hr)
(i>
&
2.1
MPH
2.0
MPH
0.7
MPH
(3.4
km/hr)
(3.2
km/hr)
(1.1
km/hr)
Fig.
6
___
10
A
little
time
spent
each
day
by
the
operator
on
preventive
maintenance
will
lead
to
a
longer
operating
life
of
the
Bolens
tractor.
The
removal
of
debris,
dirt
and
grease
accumulations
are
considered
normal
maintenance
practices
and
can
help
dis¬
cover
minor
difficulties
before
they
become
troublesome.
MAINTENANCE
CHECKS
Refer
to
Service
instruction
Decal
under
the
hood,
LUBRICATION
Refer
to
Charts
on
Pages
17
and
18,
ENGINE
The
engine
oil
level
must
be
maintained
in
the
"safe"
operating
range
at
all
times.
Oil
level
must
be
between
the
"ADD"
and
"FULL"
marks
on
dipstick
(A),
Figures
1,
2,
2A
&7.
Clean
area
around
dipstick
so
dirt
does
not
fall
into
crankcase
when
dipstick
is
removed.
Check
daily
and
add
oil
as
necessary
to
maintain
proper
level
—
DO
NOT
OVERFILL.
Oil
level
must
not
exceed
the
"FULL"
mark.
On
a
new
engine,
change
oil
after
the
first
5
hours
and
thereafter
at
25
hour
inter¬
vals.
Drain
oil
while
it
is
hot
for
it
will
then
flow
more
freely
and
thus
carry
away
more
impurities.
Drain
plug
(Bj,
Figure
8
&
9
is
located
under
engine.
After
completely
draining
oil,
reinstall
drain
plug,
then
remove
oil
filler
cap
end
refill
with
oil,
Refer
to
Lubrication
Charts
pages
17
and
18
for
Type
and
Grade,
Check
the
oil
level
on
the
dipstick
before
adding
more.
Bring
the
level
up
in
the
safe
range
but
do
not
exceed
the
full
mark.
AIR
SCREEN
Clean
flywheel
air
screen
(C),
Figure
7
&
9,
frequently.
A
dirty
air
screen
and/or
engine
cause
the
engine
to
overheat
and
damage
the
engine.
Flywheel
screen
is
located
in
the
same
position
on
Vanguard
engines.
WARNING
ENGINE
MUST
BE
STOPPED
BEFORE
CLEANING.
AIR
CLEANER
(TECUMSEH
ENGINE)
1.
Remove
wing
nut
(D),
Figure
7
on
air
cleaner.
2.
Remove
cover
(E)
to
reach
paper
air
cleaner
element.
AIR
CLEANER
Under
normal
operating
conditions,
disassemble
and
service
air
cleaner
components
every
10
hours
of
opera¬
tion.
Do
this
more
frequently
if
extreme¬
ly
dusty
or
dirty
conditions
prevail.
The
dry
type
element
is
cleaned
by
gently
tapping
on
a
flat
surface
—
when
doing
this,
be
careful
not
to
damage
gasket
surfaces
on
element.
DO
NOT
OIL
ELEMENT.
DOING
SO
WILL
MATERIALLY
AFFECT
THE
PAPER
ELEMENT.
USE
ONLY
A
TECUMSEH
ELEMENT.
Wipe
dirt
or
dust
accumulation
from
cover,
including
base
plate.
Dry
type
elements
should
be
replaced
when
no
longer
serviceable.
Reverse
procedure
to
reassemble.
The
importance
of
maintaining
an
air
cleaner
in
proper
condition
cannot
be
over-emphasized!
Improper
air
cleaner
maintenance
can
create
engine
damage
which
the
engine
manufacturer
will
not
warrant.
11
AIR
CLEANER
(
B
&
S
ENGINES)
Clean
and
re-oil
foam
precleaner
at
three
month
intervals
or
every
25
hours,
whichever
occurs
first.
NOTE
Service
air
cleaner
more
often
under
dusty
conditions.
1.
Remove
knob
and
cover,
Figures
10
&
10A.
2.
Remove
foam
pre-cleaner.
3.
a.
Wash
foam
pre-cleaner
in
liquid
detergent
and
water.
b.
Wrap
foam
pre-cleaner
in
cloth
and
squeeze
dry.
c.
Saturate
foam
pre-cleaner
in
engine
oil.
Squeeze
to
distribute
and
remove
excess
oil.
4.
Reinstall
foam
pre-cleaner.
For
Vanguard;
a.
Install
pre-cleaner
in
cover
with
foam
toward
cover.
b.
Install
cartridge
in
cover
with
tabs
on
cartridge
in
slots
of
cover.
5.
Reassemble
cover
and
screw
down
tight.
Yearly
or
every
100
hours,
whichever
occurs
first,
replace
paper
cartridge.
(Service
more
often
If
necessary.)
Clean
by
tapping
gently
on
flat
surface.
If
very
dirty
replace
cartridge,
or
wash
in
a
low
or
non-sudsing
detergent
and
warm
water
solution.
Rinse
thoroughly
with
flowing
water
from
inside
out
(for
Vanguard,
from
mesh
side),
until
water
is
clear.
Cartridge
must
be
allowed
to
stand
and
air
dry
thoroughly
before
using.
KNOB
COVER
■
C
ARTRIDGE
FOAM
PRE-CLEANER
CAUTION
PETROLEUM
SOLVENTS
ARE
NOT
BODY
Fig.
10
TO
BE
USED
TO
CLEAN
CARTRIDGE.
THEY
MAY
CAUSE
DETERIORATION
OF
THE
CARTRIDGE.
DO
NOT
OIL
CARTRIDGE.
DO
NOT
USE
PRESSURIZED
AIR.
The
importance
of
maintaining
an
air
cleaner
in
proper
condition
cannot
be
over-emphasized!
Improper
air
cleaner
maintenance
can
create
engine
damage
which
the
engine
manufacturer
will
not
warrant.
OIL
FILTER
(VANGUARD)
Replace
oil
filter
every
100
hours.
Before
installing
new
filter,
lightly
oil
filter
gasket
with
fresh
clean
engine
oil.
Screw
filter
on
by
hand
until
gasket
contacts
filter
adapter.
Tighten
3/4
turn
farther.
Start
and
run
engine
for
30
seconds
and
stop
engine.
KNOB
Fig.
10A
OIL
FILTER
erg--p
OIL
DRAIN
'
■
-
\
Li_
Fig.
11
PLUG
-
Recheck
oil
level
and
refill
if
required.
Restart
engine
and
check
for
oil
leaks.
Contact
your
nearest
Briggs
&
Stratton
dealer
for
oil
filter
specifications.
12
There
is
a
fuel
filter
(F),
Figure
7
&
9,
in
the
line
from
the
fuel
tank.
This
filter
is
a
throw
away
type.
When
it
shows
excessive
dirt
in
the
inside
it
should
be
replaced.
When
replacing
the
filter
turn
off
the
fuel
valve.
This
valve
is
located
on
the
under^
side
of
the
tank.
Access
is
from
the
under¬
side
of
the
tractor.
Open
valve
again
after
filter
has
been
replaced.
SPARK
PLUG
(Ffg.
12)
Every
100
hours
remove
plug,
check
con¬
dition
and
reset
at
.030
inch
(.762
mm)
or
replace
plug
if
needed.
Good
operating
conditions
are
indicated
if
plug
has
light
coating
of
gray
or
tan
deposit.
A
dead
white,
blistered
coating
could
indicate
overheating.
A
black'
(carbon)
coating
may
indicate
an
"overrich''
fuel
mixture
caused
by
clogged
air
cleaner
or
improper
carburetor
adjustment.
Do
not
service
plug
in
poor
condition
-
best
results
are
obtained
with
a
new
plug.
NOTE
CLEANING
OF
SPARK
PLUGS
IN
CLEANING
MACHINES
THAT
USE
abrasive
grit
is
not
RECOM¬
MENDED.
SPARK
PLUGS
SHOULD
BE
CLEANED
BY
SCRAPING
OR
WIRE
BRUSHING
AND
WASHING
WITH
A
COMMERCIAL
SOLVENT.
CARBURETOR
Carburetor
is
adjusted
at
the
factory
and
should
not
have
to
be
reset.
If
black
ex¬
haust
is
noted,
check
the
air
cleaner
first
An
"overrich"
mixture
is
usually
caused
by
a
poorly
serviced,
clogging
air
cleaner
element,
not
an
improperly
adjusted
carburetor.
If
readjustment
becomes
necessary,
refer
to
engine
manual
supplied.
BATTERY
Keep
cables
and
terminals
clean
and
apply
a
light
coat
of
petroleum
jelly
or
oil
for
protection.
WARNING
ALWAYS
SHIELD
EYES
WHEN
WORK¬
ING
AROUND
BATTERIES.
THIS
BAT¬
TERY
CONTAINS
SULFURIC
ACID.
AVOID
CONTACT
WITH
SKIN,
EYES
OR
CLOTHING.
IN
EVENT
OF
ACCI¬
DENT,
FLUSH
WITH
WATER
AND
CALL
A
PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY.
ELECTRIC
STORAGE
BATTERIES
GIVE
OFF
HIGHLY
FLAMMABLE
HYDROGEN
GAS
WHILE
BEING
JUMPED,
AND
CONTINUE
TO
DO
SO
FOR
SOME
TIME.
DO
NOT
UNDER
ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES,
ALLOW
AN
ELECTRIC
SPARK
OR
AN
OPEN
FLAME
NEAR
THE
BATTERY.
DO
NOT
LAY
TOOLS
ACROSS
THE
BAT¬
TERY
TERMINALS
AS
THIS
MAY
RESULT
IN
A
SPARK
OR
SHORT
CIR¬
CUIT
WHICH
MAY
CAUSE
AN
EXPLOSION.
NOTE
When
servicing
the
battery,
be
sure
bat¬
tery
cables
are
disconnected
before
attempting
removal
of
the
battery
from
the
tractor.
Always
disconnect
negative
(—)
cable
first.
When
installing
the
bat¬
tery,
always
check
the
polarity
of
the
battery
terminals
to
be
sure
the
battery
is
not
reversed.
The
negative
terminal
(—)
is
ground.
Apply
a
light
coat
of
petroleum
jelly
or
oil
to
the
inside
of
the
clamp
terminals
and
over
the
bolt
stud
before
connecting
terminals.
Always
connect
the
negative
terminal
(—)
last.
INTERLOCK
SWITCHES
This
unit
is
equipped
with
3
INTERLOCK
SAFETY
SWITCHES
(4
if
equipped
with
cruise
control).
The
function
of
these
safety
switches
is
to
insure
SAFE
START-UP
of
the
unit.
1.
One
interlock
switch
is
incorporated
into
the
PTO
Drive
Switch.
2.
l^e
second
switch
is
below
the
seat
(inside
the
seat
on
later
models),
(E),
Figure
13.
This
switch
should
be
activated
when
back
edge
of
seat
support
(F)
is
depressed
5/8"
(16
mm).
If
not,
loosen
bracket
(G)
and
move
to
correct
location.
The
switch
can
also
be
activated
by
raising
the
seat
and
lifting
the
interlock
button
UP.
3.
The
third
switch
(H),
Figures
16
'
and
17,
is
on
the
brake
linkage.
The
switch
button
should
depress
approximately
3/32"
(2
mm)
when
the
brake
is
applied.
If
not,
adjust
by
loosening
nuts
on
switch
and
moving
switch
forward
or
back.
Retighten
nuts.
PNEUMATIC
TIRES
Keep
both
front
and
rear
tires
Inflated
evenly.
Front;
12
to
14
PSI
Rear:
10
to
12
PSI
Check
air
pressure
regularly
with
a
low
pressure
gauge.
Operating
with
incorrect
pressures
may
damage
tires.
"A"
(D)
till
wheels
are
parallel
to
the
center-
line
of
the
tractor.
BRAKE
ADJUSTMENT
(Fig.
15)
(Model
1668,
1668L,
1669
&
1669L)
Fig.
14
FRONT
WHEEL
ALIGNMENT
(Fig.
14)
1.
Loosen
locknuts
(A).
Adjust
tie
rod
(B)
until
wheels
are
parallel
to
each
other.
2.
With
arm
(C)
positioned
approxi¬
mately
15°
to
the
rear,
adjust
drag
link
FUSE
(Models
1467,
1468,
1668
S/N
0400101
and
later,
1669
&
1669L)
A
fuse
is
located
in
wiring
harness
at
the
solenoid.
Check
tractor
to
find
the
cause
of
electrical
failure
and
correct.
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
(Models
1463,
1667
and
1668
S/N
0100101
thru
0399999)
If
electrical
system
fails
while
operating
engine,
shut
engine
off
and
let
tractor
stand
a
few
minutes
to
allow
circuit
breaker
to
cool
and
reset.
The
circuit
breaker
is
mounted
to
the
positive
(-I-)
terminal
of
the
ammeter.
If
it
only
requires
light
foot
pressure
to
latch
the
parking
brake,
or
if
the
parking
brake
does
not
hold
the
tractor
when
the
brake
pedal
is
latched,
the
brake
system
requires
adjustment.
With
the
parking
brake
released,
proceed
as
follows:
1.
On
early
models
turn
brake
rod
“E"
and
on
later
models
turn
hex
nut
“A”
until
a
gap
of
.010
(.25
mm)
is
achieved
between
brake
disc
and
brake
pad.
With
brake
pedal
fully
released,
brake
disc
must
rotate
freely.
The
tractor
should
not
move
when
the
brake
is
locked
in
the
FIRST
position.
HYDROSTATIC
MAIHTENAHCE
(Model
1668,1669
&
1669L)
Remove
ignition
key.
Remove
all
dirt
from
around
transmission
filler
area.
Clean
transmission
cooling
fins
(A).
Figure
16
periodically.
If
tractor
is
operated
in
a
dusty
environment,
check
and
clean
cooling
fins
frequently.
Change
oil
filter
as
called
out
in
Maintenance
Chart,
Page
20.
The
filter
is
a
throw
away
type
and
is
located
below
the
battery.
HYDROSTATIC
PEDAL
ADJUSTMENT
(Model
1668,
1669
&
1669L)
The
Pedal
was
adjusted
at
the
factory
with
tip
of
pedal
approximately
45°
forward
of
the
vertical
center
line.
If
the
operator
would
prefer
to
either
increase
or
decrease
this
angle
for
his
personal
comfort,
the
pedal
can
be
adjusted
as
follows;
(See
Figure
16.)
1.
Loosen
hex
nut
(B).
2.
Remove
cotter
pin
(C)
and
remove
pivot
block
from
control
arm.
3.
Turn
rod
(D)
into
rod
end
(E)
to
increase
the
pedal
angle.
Turn
rod
out
of
rod
end
to
decrease
the
pedal
angle.
4.
Replace
pivot
block
and
cotter
pin.
Retighten
hex
nut
(B)
against
rod
end
(E).
HYDROSTATIC
NEUTRAL
ADJUSTMENT
(Model
1668,
1669
&
1669L)
The
Hydrostatic
neutral
is
adjusted
at
the
factory.
If
the
transmission
should
need
adjustment,
the
following
pro¬
cedure
should
be
used.
With
the
transmission
cold
and
engine
off,
check
the
fluid
in
transmission
reservoir.
It
should
be
to
the
level
in¬
dicated
on
dipstick.
Start
engine
and
release
parking
brake.
If
the
tractor
creeps
Forward
or
Backward,
the
Neutral
position
needs
adjustment.
Adjust
Neutral
as
follows:
1.
Securely
block
up
rear
of
tractor,
so
the
rear
wheels
clear
the
ground.
2.
Start
the
engine
and
release
the
brake.
3.
Loosen
capscrews
(F)
Figure
16.
and
move
support
plate
(G)
forward
if
wheels
rotate
in
forward
direction,
or
toward
rear
if
wheels
rotate
in
reverse.
4.
Tighten
capscrews
securing
support
plate
when
wheels
no
longer
rotate.
5.
Stop
engine
and
lock
brake
arm
against
the
stop
(I),
Figure
16.
6.
Loosen
jam
nuts
(J)
and
turn
rod
(K)
until
pin
lightly
contacts
slot
(L)
of
neutral
plate.
NOTE
-
EXCESSIVE
ADJUSTMENT
MAY
CAUSE
PIN
BREAKAGE.
7.
Tighten
jam
nuts
(J).
BRAKE
ADJUSTMENT
(Models
1463,
1467,
1468
&
1667)
When
the
brake
will
no
longer
hold
the
tractor
with
brake
lock
set
in
the
third
or
lowest
notch,
the
brakes
should
be
ad¬
justed.
To
adjust
loosen
nut
(A)
Figure
17
on
brake
rod.
With
the
foot
pedal
returned
to
its
uppermost
position,
ad¬
just
lock
nut
(B)
till
there
is
a
gap
of
1/16”
(1.5
mm)
between
lock
nut
and
pivot
block
(C).
Retighten
nut
(A)
till
it
touches
pivot
clock.
When
brake
lock
is
set
in
the
first
posi¬
tion
thp
tractor
should
not
move.
CLUTCH
ADJUSTMENT
(Models
1463,
1467,
1468
&
1667)
The
clutch
generally
should
not
require
any
adjustment.
If
for
any
reason
the
clutch
is
not
disengaging
or
engaging
correctly,
adjust
as
follows;
When
foot
pedal
has
fully
returned
to'
its
upper
position,
screw
lock
nut
(D),
Figure
18,
till
there
is
a
gap
of
1/8"
(3
mm)
between
pivot
block
(E)
and
lock
nut
(D).
TRANSAXLE
(Models
1463,
1467,1468
&
1667)
The
transaxle
assembly
is
fil
led
at
the
factory
with
SAE
EP90
transmission
fluid.
Check
transmission
fluid
level
once
a
year.
With
tractor
on
flat
surfact
remove
plug
(A),
Figure
18,
on
front
of
transmission.
If
fluid
is
not
to
plug
level,
add
fluid
at
filler
plug
(B)
till
correct
level
is
reached.
Oil
capacity
is
4
pints
(1.9
liter).
DRIVE
BELT
REMOVAL
(Models
1463,
1467
&
1468)
Belt
can
be
either
removed
from
LUBRICATIOM
CHART
(MODELS
1463,
1467,
1468
&
1667)
LUBRICATION
REQUIRED
LENGTH
OF
OPERATION
TYPE
OF
LUBRICATION
AMOUNT
REQUIRED
1.
Engine
Crankcase
—
First
5
Hrs.
SC.
SDorSE
Engine
Oil
MODEL
1467
3pts.
(1.4L)
MODELS
1463
&
1667
3-1/4
Pts.
(1.5L)
MODEL
1468
3-1/2
Pts.
(1.6L)
Average
Temperature
(Spring,
Summer,
Autumn)
(+100®Fto
20®F)
(+38°C.to-6®C)
25
Hrs.*
SC,
SDorSE
SAE
30
10-W30.
10W-40
Oil
(Winter)
(+20®
F
to
Below
Zero)
(+100®C
to
Below
Zero)
25
Hrs.*
SC.SD
orSE
SAE5W-30
or
5W-20
Oil
2.
Transmission
—
Check
Once
a
Year
EP90
gear
lube
or
equivalent
Add
to
plug
level
(See
Page
14)
3.
Front
Wheel
Bearings
10
Hrs.
Grease
with
Multi-Purpose
1-2
Strokes
4.
Front
Wheel
Spindles
10
Hrs.
Grease
with
Multi-Purpose
1-2
Strokes
5.
Clutch/Brake
Pedal
Shaft
and
Bushings)
10
Hrs.
Oil
Small
Amount
6.
Tie
Rod
Ends
and
Drag
Links
—
10
Hrs.
Oil
Small
Amount
7.
Steering
Shaft
—
lOHrs.
Grease
with
Multi-Purpose
1-2
Strokes
*
More
often
under
extreme
conditions.
NOTE
A
hand
type
grease
gun
is
recommended
when
greasing
your
unit.
Hi-pressure
type
grease
guns
could
cause
damage
to
the
fittings
and
bearing
seals.
Lubricate
all
linkages,
levers
and
pins
not
equipped
with
grease
fittings
with
an
oil
can
once
a
a
week
or
more
often
depending
on
operating
conditions.
LUBRICATION
CHART
LUBRICATION
REQUIRED
LENGTH
OF
OPERATION
TYPE
OF
LUBRICATION
AMOUNT
REQUIRED
1,
Engine
Crankcase
—
First
5
Hrs.
SF,
SC,
SD
orSE
Engine
Oil
MODELS
1669
&1669L
Average
(Spring,
Summer,
Autumn)
(+100°Fto
20*^
F)
(+38°Cto
-6°C)
.
25
Hrs.*
SF,
SC,
SD
or
SE
SAE
30
Oil
10W-30.
10W-40
3-1/2
pts.
(1.6L)
MODELS
1668
Temperature
(Winter)
(+20®
to
Below
Zero)
(•-6®C
to
Below
Zero)
25
Hrs.*
SF.
SC,
SD
or
SE
SAE
5W-30
or
5W-20
Oil
&1668L
3
Pts.
(1.4L)
2.
Hydrostatic
Transmission
—
(Shipped
with
SAE
20
oil)
Check
Weekly
or
10
Hrs.
20°
F
(-6®C)
-
Above
SAE
20
Oil,
Type
SC.SD
or
SE
20°
F
(-6°C)
-
Below
Drain
and
refill
with
Hydraulic/trans¬
mission
fluid
Add
to
"FULL"
Mark
When
Oil
is
Discolored
Dirty
or
after
100
Hrs.
Drain
and
refill
as
follows
20°F
(-6®C)
—
Above
SAE
20
Oil
Type
SC,
SD
or
SE
20®
F
(-6®C)
—
Below
Drain
and
refill
with
Hydraulic/trans-
m'ission
fluid
on
uipoLiofv
8
Qts.
(7.6L)
3.
Front
Wheel
Bearings
10
Hrs.
Grease
with
Multi-Purpose
1-2
Strokes
4.
Front
Wheel
Spindles
—
10
Hrs.
Grease
with
Multipurpose
1-2
Strokes
LUBRSCATION
CHART
5.
Foot
Pedal
Shaft
(not
shown)
—
10
Hrs.
Oil
Small
Amount
6.
Tie
Rod
Ends
and
Drag
Links
—
10
Hrs.
Oil
Small
Amount
7.
Steering
Shaft
—
10
Hrs.
Grease
with
Multi-Purpose
1-2
Strokes
8.
Brake
Pedal
Bushings
(not
shown)
—
10
Hrs.
Oil
Small
Amount
*More
often
under
extreme
conditions.
NOTE
A
hand
type
grease
gun
is
recommended
when
greasing
your
unit.
Hi-pressure
type
grease
guns
could
cause
damage
to
the
fittings
and
bearing
seals.
Lubricate
all
linkages,
levers
and
pins
not
equipped
with
grease
fittings
with
an
oil
can
once
a
week
or
more
often
depending
on
operating
conditions.
Always
keep
your
BOLENS
tractor
in
a
dry
protected
place
when
not
in
use
to
prolong
its
usefulness
and
appearance.
With
year
around
use,
it
is
not
nerc-ssary
to
"store”
the
tractor;
but
when
it
is
not
to
be
used
for
some
time,
it
should
be
prepared
for
storage
in
the
following
manner:
1.
C
ompletely
clean
ail
accumulated
dirt
or
trash
from
all
parts,
especially
engine
fins
and
flywheel
screen.
2.
Wipe
oil
or
a
rust
preventive
on
any
parts
that
may
rust.
Touch
up
any
area
where
paint
has
been
chipped
or
worn
off
on
tractor.
3.
Drain
gas
tank
and
carburetor.
4.
Drain
oil
from
crankcase
while
engine
is
still
hot.
Refill
with
the
appropriate
oil
per
lubrication
chart.
5.
Check
fuel
filter
and
replace
if
dirty.
6.
Remove,
clean
and
regap
spark
plug
and
put
a
small
amount
of
oil
(SAE
30)
into
cylinder.
Turn
the
engine
over
a
few
times
to.fully
lubricate
the
cylinder
walls,
valve
seats
and
valve
stems.
This
can
be
done
by
engaging
the
key
starter
briefly.
Replace
spark
plug.
7.
BATTERY
—
Keep
terminal
posts
cleaned
of
corrosion
salts
and
coat
with
petroleum
Jelly
or
grease.
Keep
cables
clean.
Stored
battery
must
be
kept
fully
charged
and
with
all
cells
filled.
Store
at
cool
temperature,
20°F
(-7°C)
to
50°F
(10°C).
Check
each
two
months
and
charge
as
necessary.
8.
The
air
cleaner
should
be
cleaned
and
sealed
off
with
a
plastic
bag
or
facsimile,
for
the
duration
of
the
storage
period.
9.
If
tractor
is
stored
with
an
attach¬
ment
mounted
on
it,
the
attachment
MUST
be
lowered
to
the
ground,
and
the
attachment
switch
in
OFF
position.
10.
I
t
is
highly
recommended
that
ma¬
chines
be
stored
inside
a
building
through
the
winter.
If
this
is
not
possible,
the
engine
should
be
protected
from
snow
and
ice
with
a
covering
of
waterproof
material.
Bolens
reserves
the
right
to
change
specifications,
add
improvements,
or
discontinue
the
manufacture
of
any
of
its
equipment
without
notice
of
obligation
to
purchasers
of
its
equipment.
Bolens’
approval
of
the
use
of
at¬
tachments
manufactured
by
allied
manufacturers
is
limited
to
assurance
that
such
use
will
not
void
Bolens
warranty
of
the
Bolens
equipment
to
which
the
allied
manufactured
attachments
are
adapted.
The
responsibility
for
the
design,
perfor¬
mance,
durability,
safety
and
operation,
service
repair
availability,
and
warranty
oblligation
remain
with
the
allied
manufac¬
turer.
Bolens
specifically
excludes
from
its
warranty
obligation
all
such
allied
manufactured
attachments.
Bolens
warranty
will
be
voided
if
unap¬
proved
attachments
are
adapted
to
use
with
Bolens
equipment
and
are
so
used.
19
MINOR
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHART
IF
TRACTOR
ACTS
IN
FOLLOWING
MANNER:
CHECK
FOR
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CLEAN
OFF
ENGINE
FINS
FLYWHEEL
SCREEN
(CLEAN)
FAULTY
IGNITION^
FAULTY
SPARK
PLUG
EMPTY
FUEL
TANK
BATTERY
CARBURETOR
O
AIR
CLEANER
(CLEAN)
CHOKE
"
CHECK
COOLING
FINS
ENGINE
CHECK
INTERLOCK
SWITCHES
SEE
YOUR
BOLENS
DEALER
Engine
will
turn
over
but
won't
start
X
X
X
X
X
X
Engine
will
not
turn
over
X
X
X
Starts
only
after
repeated
tries
X
X
X
X
Stalls
in
a
few
seconds
X
X
X
Stalls
when
hot
X
X
X
X
D
X
X
X
X
Idles
rough
X
X
X
X
X
Engine
overheats
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
*See
Your
Authorized
Dealer.
MAINTENANCE
CHART
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED
LENGTH
OF
OPERATION
TYPE
OF
MAINTENANCE
Engine
Cooling
Air
Screen
—
100
Hrs.
(or
yearly)*
Brush
Clean
Engine
Air
Cleaner
—
25
Hrs.*
See
page
10
When
no
longer
serviceable
Cooling
Fins
—
(Engine)
—
100
Hrs.
(or
yearly)'^
Clean
—
Use
Air
Hose
if
Available
Spark
Plug
—
100
Hrs.
Service
or
Replace
Fuel
Filter
—
100
Hrs.
Replace
Battery
—
25
Hrs.
Check
Water
Level
—
Add
As
Necessary
Cooling
Fins
—
(Hydrostatic)
—
Daily
or
10
Hrs.*
Clean
~
Use
Air
Hose
if
Available
Tires
~
30
Hrs.
Check
for
Damage
and
Air
Pressure
Transmission
Filter
—
After
first
5
Hrs.
Then
after
every
100
hrs.
Change
—
Use
Bolens
Filter*
*
Brake
—
As
Required
Adjust
Linkage
*More
often
under
extreme
conditions.
*
*or
equivalent.
20

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