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Bolens 853 - User Manual

Bolens 853
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Summary

GROUP I. GENERAL

SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION

Details how to locate tractor and engine serial numbers on various models.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Lists engine specifications for Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, and Wisconsin models.

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

Details tractor chassis dimensions, weight, and transmission types.

MAINTENANCE CHART

Outlines required maintenance tasks, frequency, and type of service.

LUBRICATION POINTS

Identifies lubrication points for gear drive tractors with diagrams.

LUBRICATION CHART

Details lubrication requirements, frequency, and type for gear drive tractors.

GROUP II. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Provides common electrical problems, probable causes, and remedies for electric start models.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Illustrates wiring for various tractor models and ignition types, including Magneto and Battery.

TESTING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Details procedures for testing ignition switches, solenoids, switches, and batteries.

GROUP III. DRIVE TRAIN

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses issues with forward/reverse, loss of power, overheating, and brake function.

TRANSMISSION TOOLS

Shows specialized tools for bearing installation, oil seals, and worm centering kits.

BEARING INSTALLATION

Provides instructions and guidelines for correctly installing bearings.

OIL SEAL INSTALLATION

Details the process and precautions for installing oil seals.

3-SPEED TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY

Exploded views and procedures for 3-speed transmission assembly.

6-SPEED TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY

Exploded views and procedures for 6-speed transmission assembly.

GROUP IV. FUEL SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses hard starting, no fuel, leaks, and rough running issues.

FUEL FILTER SERVICING

Details maintenance for fuel filters, including cleaning and replacement procedures.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Provides instructions for adjusting carburetors for optimal engine performance.

AIR CLEANER SERVICING

Covers servicing for dry type, oil-foam, and oil bath air cleaners for various engines.

GROUP V. CHASSIS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

Details steering pinion centering and adjustment procedures.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (6-SPEED TRANSMISSION)

Covers clutch adjustment, brake adjustment, and replacement for 6-speed transmissions.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (3-SPEED TRANSMISSION)

Details clutch adjustment for 3-speed transmissions.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (3-SPEED TRANSMISSION - OLDER MODELS)

Covers clutch replacement procedures for older 3-speed models.

BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENT

Explains how to adjust belt guides for proper belt alignment and operation.

HYDROSTATIC ADJUSTMENTS

Covers travel pedal and neutral adjustments for hydrostatic drive systems.

BRAKE ASSEMBLY

Details brake adjustments and interlock switch settings for various models.

BELTS

Covers adjustment of PTO belts and seat interlock switch operation.

GROUP VI. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses issues with hydraulic lift operation, load drop, and leaks.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Explains the basic operation of the hydraulic system and cylinder assembly.

HYDRAULIC POWER LIFT

Details the components and disassembly of the hydraulic power lift kit.

HYDRAULIC LIFT VALVE (HYDRO-MODELS)

Provides adjustment procedures for the hydraulic lift valve.

TRANSMISSION FILTERS

Identifies and shows the location of transmission filter types for various models.

GROUP VII. ENGINE

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses common engine problems like starting, overheating, backfiring, and skipping.

ENGINE REMOVAL

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing the engine from the tractor.

CLUTCH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

PREPARATION AND ADHESIVE CURE

Covers cleaning, determining adhesive type, and curing procedures for clutch components.

Summary

GROUP I. GENERAL

SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION

Details how to locate tractor and engine serial numbers on various models.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Lists engine specifications for Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, and Wisconsin models.

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

Details tractor chassis dimensions, weight, and transmission types.

MAINTENANCE CHART

Outlines required maintenance tasks, frequency, and type of service.

LUBRICATION POINTS

Identifies lubrication points for gear drive tractors with diagrams.

LUBRICATION CHART

Details lubrication requirements, frequency, and type for gear drive tractors.

GROUP II. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Provides common electrical problems, probable causes, and remedies for electric start models.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Illustrates wiring for various tractor models and ignition types, including Magneto and Battery.

TESTING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Details procedures for testing ignition switches, solenoids, switches, and batteries.

GROUP III. DRIVE TRAIN

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses issues with forward/reverse, loss of power, overheating, and brake function.

TRANSMISSION TOOLS

Shows specialized tools for bearing installation, oil seals, and worm centering kits.

BEARING INSTALLATION

Provides instructions and guidelines for correctly installing bearings.

OIL SEAL INSTALLATION

Details the process and precautions for installing oil seals.

3-SPEED TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY

Exploded views and procedures for 3-speed transmission assembly.

6-SPEED TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY

Exploded views and procedures for 6-speed transmission assembly.

GROUP IV. FUEL SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses hard starting, no fuel, leaks, and rough running issues.

FUEL FILTER SERVICING

Details maintenance for fuel filters, including cleaning and replacement procedures.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Provides instructions for adjusting carburetors for optimal engine performance.

AIR CLEANER SERVICING

Covers servicing for dry type, oil-foam, and oil bath air cleaners for various engines.

GROUP V. CHASSIS

STEERING ASSEMBLY

Details steering pinion centering and adjustment procedures.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (6-SPEED TRANSMISSION)

Covers clutch adjustment, brake adjustment, and replacement for 6-speed transmissions.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (3-SPEED TRANSMISSION)

Details clutch adjustment for 3-speed transmissions.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY (3-SPEED TRANSMISSION - OLDER MODELS)

Covers clutch replacement procedures for older 3-speed models.

BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENT

Explains how to adjust belt guides for proper belt alignment and operation.

HYDROSTATIC ADJUSTMENTS

Covers travel pedal and neutral adjustments for hydrostatic drive systems.

BRAKE ASSEMBLY

Details brake adjustments and interlock switch settings for various models.

BELTS

Covers adjustment of PTO belts and seat interlock switch operation.

GROUP VI. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses issues with hydraulic lift operation, load drop, and leaks.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Explains the basic operation of the hydraulic system and cylinder assembly.

HYDRAULIC POWER LIFT

Details the components and disassembly of the hydraulic power lift kit.

HYDRAULIC LIFT VALVE (HYDRO-MODELS)

Provides adjustment procedures for the hydraulic lift valve.

TRANSMISSION FILTERS

Identifies and shows the location of transmission filter types for various models.

GROUP VII. ENGINE

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Addresses common engine problems like starting, overheating, backfiring, and skipping.

ENGINE REMOVAL

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing the engine from the tractor.

CLUTCH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

PREPARATION AND ADHESIVE CURE

Covers cleaning, determining adhesive type, and curing procedures for clutch components.

Bolens 853 Specifications

General IconGeneral
FuelGasoline
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine TypeSingle cylinder
TransmissionGear
Speeds1 reverse
Fuel TypeGasoline

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