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Simplicity 2690817 Operator's Manual

Conquest series simplicity conquest tractor with b&s 24hp engine; 52" mower deck
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Operator's Manual
Conquest Series
24HP Hydro Tractors
Mfg. No. Description
2690817
Simplicity Conquest Tractor with B&S 24HP Engine
2690818
Simplicity Conquest Tractor with B&S 24HP Engine
Mower Decks
Mfg. No. Description
1695768
52" Mower Deck
1738736
Revision -
Rev. Date 06/2009

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Conquest Series 24HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description 2690817 Simplicity Conquest Tractor with B&S 24HP Engine 2690818 Simplicity Conquest Tractor with B&S 24HP Engine Mower Decks Mfg. No. Description 1695768 52” Mower Deck 1738736 Revision - Rev. Date 06/2009...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Simplicity riding mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Simplicity brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Simplicity product will provide many years of dependable service.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance............22 Operator Safety............4 Maintenance Schedule .........22 Features and Controls ........11 Safety Interlock System Check ......23 Control Functions ..........11 Blade Brake Check ..........23 Parking Brake Function.........13 Checking Tire Pressures........23 Automatic Controlled Traction.......13 PTO Clutch Adjustment Check ......23 12 Volt Power Adapter ..........13 Engine Maintenance ..........23 Dashboard Display and Functions ......14 Transmission Maintenance ........23...

  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    OPERATOR SAFETY Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.
  • Page 5 OPERATOR SAFETY Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over.
  • Page 6 OPERATOR SAFETY Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
  • Page 7 OPERATOR SAFETY SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.
  • Page 8 OPERATOR SAFETY SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained sources of ignition. outdoors. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 14. Replace faulty silencers/mufflers. 3.

  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    OPERATOR SAFETY Safety Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully This unit has been designed and manufactured to read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when provide you with the safety and reliability you would these instructions are not followed.

  • Page 10: Safety Interlock System Tests

    OPERATOR SAFETY Safety Interlock System Tests Test 4 — Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO other safety devices. These safety systems are present switch is turned OFF (or operator rises off seat).

  • Page 11: Features And Controls

    FEATURES AND CONTROLS Electric HOC Models Manual Lift Models Figure 1. Features and Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the Operation section.
  • Page 12 FEATURES AND CONTROLS arrow raises cutting height, RIGHT arrow rotates the spout right, etc). When the adjustment indicator has PTO Switch reached the end of its travel, release the switch; holding The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and the switch down will damage the motor. disengages attachments that use the PTO.

  • Page 13: Parking Brake Function

    FEATURES AND CONTROLS Parking Brake Function Applying the Parking Brake - To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A, Figure 2), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking brake knob (C), and then release brake pedal. Releasing the Parking Brake - To release the parking brake, fully depress the brake pedal (B, Figure 2) and push the parking brake knob (C) DOWN.

  • Page 14: Dashboard Display And Functions

    FEATURES AND CONTROLS Dashboard Display and Functions Dashboard Display Refer to Figure 3. A. FUEL LEVEL Indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Left is empty; right is full. B. HOUR METER / CLOCK / SERVICE INDICATOR Cruise Displays the clock, hour meter, and maintenance reminder.

  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION General Operating Safety 4. Set the throttle to FULL. 5. Insert the ignition key and turn it to START. Be sure to read all information in the Operator Safety section before attempting to operate this unit. Become 6. After the engine starts, move the engine throttle familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

  • Page 16: Mowing

    OPERATION Mowing Mowing in Reverse 1. Set the mower cutting height to the desired level and If an operator chooses to mow in reverse, the RMO set the gauge wheels to the appropriate position (if system can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing equipped).

  • Page 17: Pushing The Tractor By Hand

    OPERATION Pushing the Tractor by Hand 1. Disengage the PTO and turn the engine off. 2. Pull the transmission release lever (A, Figure 5) back approximately 2-1/2” (6 cm) to lock into released position. 3. The tractor can now be pushed by hand. DO NOT TOW TRACTOR Towing the unit will cause transmission damage.

  • Page 18: Mower Deck Removal And Installation

    OPERATION Mower Deck Removal and Installation WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. Removing the Mower Deck 1. Park the tractor on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor.

  • Page 19: Mower Deck Washout Port

    OPERATION Mower Deck Washout Port NOTE: The washout port allows you to connect a typical garden hose to the trim side (L.H.) of the mower deck to remove grass and debris from the underside. This ensures proper and safe operation of the mower. 1.

  • Page 20: Lawn Care And Mowing Information

    LAWN CARE AND MOWING INFORMATION How and When to Water, HOW TO WATER YOUR LAWN The best method of watering a lawn Fertilize and Aerate is to imitate a slow, soaking rain, Most lawns are watered too often, applying about 1 inch of water. but with too little water.

  • Page 21: When And How Often To Mow

    LAWN CARE AND MOWING INFORMATION When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: ● Mow when the grass is between 3”-4” (7,5-10 cm) high. ●...

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. MAINTENANCE ITEMS Before Every 5 Every Every Every Spring Each Hours & Fall Hours Hours Hours Check Safety Interlock System • • Check Tractor Brakes •...

  • Page 23: Safety Interlock System Check

    MAINTENANCE Safety Interlock System Check Engine Maintenance Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring Refer to the Engine Manual for all engine maintenance procedures and recommendations. Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test procedure found on Page 10 of this manual. If Transmission Maintenance the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.

  • Page 24: Battery Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Battery Maintenance 4. Remove the hardware (A through I, Figure 13) retaining the wheel assembly to the axle and lubricate the axle shaft using anti-seize compound or WARNING lithium grease. 5. Reinstall the components in reverse order of When removing or installing battery cables, disassembly and lower the unit.

  • Page 25: Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE Lubrication Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 14- 16 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys.

  • Page 26: Servicing The Mower Blades

    MAINTENANCE Servicing the Mower Blades Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. LOOSEN WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting Figure 17.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use the tractor or mower only when the engine is may eventually require that service be performed to stopped and the parking brake engaged.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting The Mower

    TROUBLESHOOTING Tractor Troubleshooting Cont. Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch/brake is out of adjustment. See Maintenance section. 2. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 3. Belt stretched or worn. Replace with new belt. 4. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate.

  • Page 29: Seat Adjustment

    TROUBLESHOOTING Seat Adjustment PITCH ADJUSTMENT The pitch of the seat can be adjusted to one of three positions. To adjust, remove the carriage bolts, spacers, washers, and nuts (A, Figure 20) from the hinge and reinstall them in the desired holes. SEAT SLIDE ADJUSTMENT The seat can also be adjusted forward and back.

  • Page 30: Steering Gear Adjustment

    TROUBLESHOOTING Steering Gear Adjustment If there is excessive slack in the steering system, the steering gear backlash can be removed. 1. Locate the steering gear assembly on the underside of the tractor (see Figure 22). Loosen the two nuts and adjust the bracket so the gear teeth are closely meshed.

  • Page 31: Mower Belt Replacement

    TROUBLESHOOTING 5. Check the windows for an equal amount of tension when the gauge is inserted and removed, and make any necessary adjustments by tightening or loosening the adjustment nuts. NOTE: The actual air gap between the rotor and armature may vary even after performing the adjustment procedure.

  • Page 32: Leveling The Mower

    TROUBLESHOOTING Leveling the Mower If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut. Make sure tire pressure is correct as specified in Checking Tire Pressure. SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor.

  • Page 33: Warranties

    BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, L.L.C. OWNER WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the Briggs and Stratton engine* (if equipped) that is defective in material or workmanship or both.
  • Page 34 CALIFORNIA, U.S. EPA, AND BRIGGS & STRATTON CORPORATION EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS Effective November 2008 The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities: are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Model •...

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Touch-Up Paint Degrimer/Degreaser Grease Gun Kit Gas Stabilizer Replacement parts are available from your authorized 8 oz Grease Tube dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. Optional Accessories Dozer Blade 42” Snow Thrower Attachments Dump Cart Dozer Sub Frame Catcher Triple Bag Collector...
  • Page 36 Copyright © 2009 Briggs and Stratton Power Products Group, LLC Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved. SIMPLICITY is a registered trademark of Briggs and Stratton Corp., Milwaukee WI, USA. All rights reserved.

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