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- Page 1 How to use this file...(Installation Instruction Sheets) ————————————————————————————————————————————––– Instructions for Print Vendors (Paper Manuals) P a p e r : * Finish Size is 8-1/2 x 11 * Body—50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent. P r e s s : * Body—1-color, 2-sided Bindery: * If document is 1 or 2 pages, run as 8-1/2 x 11 sheets.
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- Page 3 Regent / 500 / 2500 Series 14HP Gear Tractors 1693327 Regent, 16HP Gear 1693335 Regent, 16HP Gear (Export) Mfg. No. Description 1693074 Regent, 14HP Gear 16HP Hydro Tractors 1693076 Regent, 14HP Gear (Export) 1693323 Regent, 14HP Gear Mfg. No. Description...
- Page 4 M A N U F A C T U R I N G , I N C . 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 2004 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemi- cals know, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. © Copyright 1998 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA. TP 100-2079-02-RG-SMA... -
Page 6: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers TRACTOR & MOWER IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATIONS When contacting your Authorized Dealer for replacement parts, service, or information YOU MUST HAVE THESE NUMBERS. Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 U.S.A. SERIAL 169XXXX XXXXX Tractor Mower Deck Identification Tag... -
Page 7: Safety Rules
Safety Rules 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 mow- ing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. - Page 8 Safety Rules CHILDREN SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to They are flammable and vapors are explosive. the unit and the mowing activity.
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Page 9: Safety Decals
Safety Decals GENERAL All WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your tractor and mower should be carefully read and This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect instructions are not followed. -
Page 10: Features & Controls
Features & Controls CONTROLS - HYDRO MODEL A. Steering Wheel B. Throttle C. Parking Brake Knob D. Ignition Key/Switch E. Headlight Switch F. PTO (Electric Clutch) Switch G. Mower Height Adjustment Lever H. Brake Pedal I. Forward Direction Pedal J. Rear Direction Pedal Figure 1. -
Page 11: Operation
Operation GENERAL SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Before first time operation, drive in an open area without Your tractor is equipped with a seat switch safety sys- mowing, to become accustomed to the unit. Be sure to tem. Check the seat switch operation every fall and read all information in the Safety and Operation sections spring with the following three tests. -
Page 12: Checks Before Starting
Operation CHECKS BEFORE STARTING 1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweights installed if required. See Slope Operation in the Safety Rules section. Make sure any slopes are with- in required limits. 2. Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations. -
Page 13: Stopping The Tractor
Operation 4. On hydro model, release the parking brake by PUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HAND depressing the brake pedal (H, Figure 1), then press down on either pedal (I or J, Figure 1) for the desired DO NOT TOW TRACTOR direction and speed of travel. -
Page 14: Mower Installation & Removal
Operation MOWER INSTALLATION & REMOVAL WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1. -
Page 15: Normal Care
Normal Care MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by multiplying the time it takes to do one job by the number of times you’ve done the job, or you can install the optional hour meter. -
Page 16: Checking/Adding Gasoline
Normal Care CHECKING AND ADDING GASOLINE Raise the hood and check the fuel tank to be sure there is enough gasoline to complete the job. To add gasoline, remove the gas cap. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for gasoline recommendations. -
Page 17: Lubrication
Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Remember to wipe fittings and sur- faces clean both before and after lubrication. Not all greases are compatible. Simplicity “Jiffy Lube” Lithium Grease is recommended, automotive-type lithium grease may be used when this is not available. -
Page 18: Lubricating Axle Shafts
Normal Care Lubrication (Continued). Idler Arm Pivot Figure 15. Lubricating Mower Deck (38” shown) Figure 16. Lubricate Deck Linkage (38” shown) LUBRICATE THE AXLE SHAFTS WARNING We recommend removing the rear wheels and lubricat- ing the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel from PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR seizing onto the axle shaft, making future service easier. -
Page 19: Gear Transmission Service
Bottom of The Peerless MST-205-515A gear drive transmission Top Notch does not require regular maintenance. See your autho- rized Simplicity Dealer for transmission service. CHANGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION OIL Service Interval: After 50 hrs, then every 250 hrs (recommended, not required). -
Page 20: Servicing The Mower Blades
Normal Care SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 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. 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation &... -
Page 21: Storage
Storage WARNING Never store the tractor, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an explosion. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This section of the manual provides troubleshooting and WARNING repair instructions for the more common and easily cor- rected problems. For other problems, it is recommended Never attempt to perform repairs while the engine that you contact your dealer. is running. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Tractor — Continued SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch is out of adjustment. 1. See authorized service dealer. 2. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. 2. Clean as required. 3. Belt stretched or worn. 3. -
Page 24: Battery Service
Battery Service CHECKING THE BATTERY VOLTAGE 6. Charge the battery until fully charged (i.e. until the specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60° F). The WARNING best method of making certain a battery is fully Keep open flames and sparks away from the bat- charged, but not over charged, is to measure the tery;... - Page 25 Battery Service THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 25. Battery Jump Starting Diagram WARNING WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could To avoid engine damage, do not disconnect bat- result in:...
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Page 26: Adjustments & Service
Adjustments & Service WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and trac- tor on level ground. SEAT ADJUSTMENT The seat can be moved forward and back by moving the lever (A, Figure 26) underneath the front of the seat, then positioning the seat as desired. -
Page 27: Brake & Brake Spring Adjustment - Gear
Adjustments & Service BRAKE & BRAKE SPRING ADJUSTMENT - GEAR 1. Place the transmission in gear and release the park- ing brake. 2. See Figure 29. Move the brake cam lever (B) for- ward. There should be a 1/8" gap between the lever (B) and the stop (C) as shown in the inset. -
Page 28: Mower Adjustments
Adjustments & Service WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key, then disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug. MOWER ADJUSTMENTS Leveling The Mower If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. -
Page 29: Blade Brake Check
Adjustments & Service 3. See Figure 34. Loosen the outside nut (A) and turn the eccentric nut (B) to raise or lower the rear of the deck. When the mower deck is level, hold the eccen- tric nut while tightening the outside nut. NOTE: If mower handle drops out of cutting height quad- rant, turn adjustment nut (C, Figure 34) clockwise to increase spring tension. -
Page 30: Tractor Drive Belt Replacement
Adjustments & Service TRACTOR DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT CAUTION To avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts over pulleys. 1. Park the tractor on a level surface. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Remove the key. 2. -
Page 31: Specifications
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE: TRANSMISSION: 16 HP Kohler Command Hydro Models Make Kohler Type Hydrostatic Tuff Torq K56 Model CommandTM CV16S Pump Variable Displacement Axial Piston Horsepower 16 @ 3600 rpm Motor Fixed Displacement Axial Piston... -
Page 32: Parts & Accessories
Specifications DIMENSIONS 38” Mower Thickness 14 Ga. Overall Length 68 in (172 cm) Effective Cutting Overall Width 36 in (92 cm) Width 38 in Mower - 38 in (97 cm) Height At Steering Wheel: 41 in (104 cm) Overall Width To Top of Engine Cover: 34 in (86 cm) with Deflector 49.5 in (126 cm)