Safety Interlock System Check; Blade Brake Check; Battery Maintenance - Simplicity Regent Series Operator's Manual

Safety Interlock System Check

Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test
procedur. If the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.

Blade Brake Check

Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete
stop within five seconds after the electric PTO switch is
turned off.
1. With tractor in neutral, PTO disengaged and operator in
seat, start the engine.
2. Look over the left-hand footrest at the mower drive belt.
Engage the PTO and wait several seconds. Disengage the
PTO and check the amount of time it takes for the mower
drive belt to stop.
3. If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, see
your dealer.
Regular Maintenance

Battery Maintenance

Cleaning the Battery and Cables
WARNING
When removing or installing battery cables,
disconnect the negative cable FIRST and
reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the
positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by
a tool.
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cables first
(A, Figure 7) then the cover & positive cables (B).
2. Loosen the wingnut & washer (D).
3. Pivot the hold-down rod (C) up and away from battery.
Secure to steering tower.
4. Remove the battery (E).
5. Clean the battery compartment with a solution of baking
soda and water.
6. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush
and battery terminal cleaner until shiny.
7. Reinstall the battery (E) in the battery compartment. Secure
with the battery hold-down rod (C) and wingnut & washer (D).
8. Re-attach the battery cables, positive cables and cover first
(B) then the negative cables (A).
9. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum
jelly or non-conducting grease.
D
Figure 7. Battery Maintenance
A. Negative Cables
B. Positive Cables & Cover
C. Hold-Down Rod
D. Wingnut & Washer
E. Battery
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A
B
C
E