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Simplicity Regent Series Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Manual

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Dealer Setup
& Adjustment Instructions
Regent & LT Series Tractors and Mowers
Refer to the Dealer Setup & Adjustment binder Index for a
complete listing of products covered by this document.
Mfg. No.
Description
Tractors & Mower Combinations
2690436 Regent, 18HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690437 Regent, 20HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690438 Regent, 22HP & 44" Mower Deck
2690439 Regent, 24HP & 50" Mower Deck
2690440 LT18538, 18.5HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690441 LT2042, 20HP & 42" Mower Deck
2690442 LT2044, 20HP & 44" Mower Deck
2690443 LT2250, 22HP & 50" Mower Deck
2690466 524, 24HP & 50" Mower Deck
2690467 522, 22HP & 44" Mower Deck
2690468 520, 20HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690469 2524, 24HP & 50" Mower Deck
2690470 2522, 22HP & 44" Mower Deck
2690471 2520, 20HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690472 2518, 18HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690499 518, 18HP & 38" Mower Deck
2695015 Regent, 20HP
2695016 Regent, 22HP
2695017 Regent, 24HP
2695018 LT18500, 18.5HP
2690577 Regent, 18HP & 38" Mower Deck
2690578 LT2042, 20HP & 42" Mower Deck
Attention Setup Personal:
The safety warnings provided in this guide and in
the operator's manual included with the unit contain
important information that must be obeyed when
assembling, setting-up, operating, servicing,
transporting, or storing the unit.
These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert triangle
symbol shown above, which signifies that an important safety
message is being provided.
You must read, understand, and follow these warnings and
instructions, and use safe shop and work practices at all
times while working on or around this unit and all other
outdoor power equipment.
Sections and items denoted by the Setup symbol
provide the information necessary to fully assemble,
test, and prepare the units described above for
delivery to your customers.
Additional information concerning functional tests,
general adjustment procedures, and the location of
normal lubrication points are included in these
instructions.
3/2008

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

SAFETY RULES .................................................................2
Quick Setup List ................................................................3
Uncrating ............................................................................4
Battery Charging & Installation ........................................4
Mower Assembly ...............................................................5
Install Deflector (50" Models) ...........................................5
Install Idler Spring (50" Models) .......................................5
Install Crank (Free Floating Mowers) ...............................5
Check Fluid levels .............................................................7
Check Transmission Oil Level .........................................7
Fill and Check Engine Oil.................................................7
Perform Safety Checks .....................................................8
Functional Tests...............................................................8
Mower Blade Stopping Check..........................................8
Seat Switch Connection ...................................................8
Safety Interlock System ...................................................8
Torque Mower Blades .......................................................9
Burnishing the Electric PTO Clutch.................................9
Reduce and Check Tire Pressure ....................................9
Lubrication .......................................................................10
Hourmeter ........................................................................11
Mower Adjustments & Assembly ...................................12
Side-to-Side Leveling - Free Floating ............................13
Front-to-Back Leveling - Free Floating ..........................13
Side-to-Side Leveling - Frame Hung..............................15
Front-to-Back Leveling - Frame Hung............................15
Adjust Gauge Wheels......................................................16
Electric PTO Clutch Adjustment ....................................16
Internal Neutral Adjustment ...........................................17
Seat Slide Adjustment.....................................................17
Hood Removal and Installation ......................................19
Fuse Replacement ...........................................................19
Oil Drain Operation..........................................................20
Change Engine Oil...........................................................20
Change Engine Oil & Filter .............................................20
Air Filter Replacement (Kohler)......................................23
Spark Plug Replacement ................................................24
Transmission Maintenance ............................................25
Check Transmission Oil Level .......................................25
Purge Transmission ........................................................25
Check Transmission Oil Level .......................................26
Transmission Drive Belt Replacement ..........................26
Mower Belt Replacement ................................................28
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Form No. 1730216-05
TP 300-4218-05-RG-SMAN

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Regent & LT Series Tractors and Mowers TABLE OF CONTENTS: Refer to the Dealer Setup & Adjustment binder Index for a complete listing of products covered by this document. SAFETY RULES ..............2 Mfg. No. Description SETUP PROCEDURES Tractors &...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series SAFETY RULES Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of equipment, severe personal injury or death to you, yourself or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

  • Page 3: Setup Procedures

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Quick Setup List Page Setup Procedure Steps to Perform Uncrating Remove Crate & Banding. Place Transmission Release Lever in PUSH position & Roll Tractor forward off skid. Battery Charging & Charge the Battery (Note: proceed with other setup steps Installation while battery is charging).

  • Page 4: Uncrating

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Uncrating Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove shrink- wrap plastic. 2. Cut banding from front and rear tractor axles. Cut banding from mower rollers. Remove mower from bottom skid.

  • Page 5: Mower Assembly

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Mower Assembly Install Deflector (50” Models) 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.
  • Page 6 Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Install Idler Spring (50” Models) Install Mower Crank (Free Floating Models) 1. Connect one end of spring (A, Figure 4) to the 1. Apply a small amount of grease to the crank exposed capscrew &...

  • Page 7: Check Fluid Levels

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Check Fluid Levels Check Transmission Oil Level The K46 transmission is a sealed unit that is shipped with the correct oil level. However if a transmission’s oil level is suspect it can be checked. See Transmission Maintenance.

  • Page 8: Perform Safety Checks

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Perform Safety Interlock System Safety Checks Tests WARNING This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, set the parking safety devices. These safety systems are present for your brake, and wait for moving parts to stop before safety: do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never leaving operator's position for any reason.

  • Page 9: Torque Mower Blades

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Torque 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. WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with two spring Figure 10.

  • Page 10: Lubrication

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Lubrication Oil: Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 13- • foot pedal rods & brackets 16 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all • seat adjustment assembly moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is •...

  • Page 11: Hourmeter

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Hourmeter HOURMETER MODELS The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position. This hourmeter can not be reset and does not have a maintenance reminder. 1/10 HOURS Figure 14.

  • Page 12: Mower Adjustments & Assembly

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Mower Adjustments & Assembly Mower Deck Removal & Installation WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. Figure 18. Lift Rod Removing the Mower Deck - Free Floating (Viewed from underneath right side of tractor) Mowers...

  • Page 13: Side-To-Side Leveling - Free Floating

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop. Leveling The Mower - Free Floating Mowers If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut.

  • Page 14: Mower Deck Removal & Installation - Frame Hung

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Mower Deck Removal & Installation WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. Removing the Mower Deck - Frame Hung Mowers 1.

  • Page 15: Side-To-Side Leveling - Frame Hung

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop. Leveling The Mower - Frame Hung Mowers If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut.

  • Page 16: Adjustment Procedures

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Adjustment Procedures Gauge Wheels (Select Models) WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop. NOTICE Figure 28. Fixed Bracket Gauge Wheel Adjustment DO NOT remove the mower deck baffles.

  • Page 17: Internal Neutral Adjustment

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series NOTE: The actual air gap between the rotor and armature may vary even after performing the adjustment procedure. This is due to dimensional variations on component parts, and is an acceptable condition. 6.

  • Page 18: Reverse Mow Option (Rmo) Switch Adjustment

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series RMO Switch Adjustment RMO Switch Inspection Perform the inspection procedures listed below. If necessary, perform the RMO switch adjustments. The RMO switch position will need to be adjusted if under the following set of conditions: •...

  • Page 19: Service Procedures Hood Removal And Installation

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Service Procedures Hood Removal and Installation HOOD REMOVAL 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the socket and bulbs (A, Figure 34) by twisting the socket counterclockwise and pulling it out of the bezel (B). Repeat on other side. 3.

  • Page 20: Oil Drain Operation

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Oil Drain Valve Operation 1. Place a suitable container with a 4 quart capacity under the oil drain valve (A, Figure 6, 7, or 8). 2. Loosen or remove the dip stick (C, Figure 6, 7, or 8). 3.

  • Page 21: Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service (Briggs & Stratton)

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Change Engine Oil & Filter Use oil classified API Service Class SG, SH, SJ or better with SAE Viscosity: KOHLER MODELS Service Interval: 100 Hours. 10W-30, 30 Conventional Or Synthetic Oil Capacity: 1.6 Quarts (1.5L) with oil filter change. Note: Change engine oil while the engine is warm.
  • Page 22 Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Pre-Cleaner Service Pre-Cleaner Air Filter NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged pre-cleaner. 1. Figure 42. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. 2. Squeeze the pre-cleaner dry and saturate with engine oil.

  • Page 23: Air Filter Replacement (Kohler)

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Pre-Cleaner Air Filter Figure 44. Air Filter Service Figure 45. Air Filter Service - Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models A. Air Filter Latch B. Air Filter Cover C. Air Filter D. Pre-Cleaner Replace Air Filter KOHLER MODELS Service Interval: Every 25 hours or two months, or as...

  • Page 24: Spark Plug Replacement

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Replace Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly Spark Plug Gap: .030” (.76mm) Replacement Spark Plug Resistor Spark Plug, Champion RC12YC 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. 2. See Figures 47, 48, or 49. Clean the area around the spark plug.

  • Page 25: Transmission Maintenance

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Transmission Maintenance Access K46 Maintenance Opening Access Hole Do not allow dirt, water, or other debris to enter the expansion chamber or transmission. Even a small amount of dirt can damage the transmission The K46 is a sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance.

  • Page 26: Check Transmission Oil Level

    Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series Transmission Drive Belt Replacement REMOVE THE OLD BELT 1. Turn off the PTO, stop the engine, block the tires, and engage the parking brake. 2. Remove the mower deck. 3. Remove the hood. See Hood Removal and Installation.
  • Page 27 Regent / 500 / 2500 / LT Series 9. Align teeth on shaft (A, Figure 57) with teeth on gear and push shaft up and hold in place. 10. Slide washer(s) (B, Figure 54) as required onto shaft (D) and secure with clip (A). 11.

  • Page 28: Mower Belt Replacement

    M A N U F A C T U R I N G I N C . 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 © Copyright 2005 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 USA All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA...

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