About This Manual; Manual Content; Introduction - Simplicity Legacy Series Service & Repair Manual

1 General Information

Introduction

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Manual Content

This manual is divided into 20 major sections.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Contains general information such as model manufactur-
ing numbers, general repair instructions for components,
and important safety instructions for operating and ser-
vicing the units.
2. TROUBLESHOOTING
Provides troubleshooting information pertaining to unit
operation.
3. MAINTENANCE
Contains basic service information for normal mainte-
nance and off-season storage.
4. ADJUSTMENTS
Contains basic service information and procedures for
adjustments.
5. BELT REPLACEMENT
Contains procedures for removing and installing belts.
6. COMMON SERVICE PROCEDURES
Contains common service procedures.
7. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SERVICE
Contains electrical system component location, component
replacement, and troubleshooting procedures.
8. POWER STEERING SERVICE
Contains steering system component service procedures.
9. DRIVE CONTROLS SERVICE
Contains drive system component service procedures.
10. HYDROSTATIC UNIT SERVICE
Contains procedures for the removal, disassembly, trou-
bleshooting, and reassembly of the U-type hydrostatic
unit.
11. TRANSAXLE REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Contains procedures for the removal and installation of
the transaxle.
12. BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE
Contains procedures for the removal, disassembly, and
reassembly of the brake system components.
13. ENGINE REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Contains procedures for the removal and replacement of
the engines used in these units.
14. HOOD, DASH & FOOT REST SERVICE
Contains procedures for the removal, disassembly, and
reassembly of the hood, dash, foot rest (tunnel assem-
bly), and front bumper.
15. SEAT DECK & FUEL TANK SERVICE
Contains procedures for seat deck and fuel tank service.
16. PTO CLUTCH SERVICE
Covers removal and installation of the PTO clutch.
17. MISCELLANEOUS COMPONENT SERVICE
Covers removal of the throttle control, gas tank, and
other components not grouped in other sections.
18. MOWER DECK SERVICE
Covers common mower deck service procedures.
19. IMPLEMENT LIFT SYSTEM SERVICE
Contains procedures for the removal and reassembly of
the lift system components.
20. POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT SERVICE
Contains procedures for the disassembly and reassem-
bly of the power steering control unit.
Introduction
This manual is intended primarily for use by dealer ser-
vice personnel as a technical reference manual or as a
complement to normal service training.
While the information in this manual has been developed
to permit mechanics and service technicians to perform
most service procedures quickly and effectively, it is
assumed that those using this manual will have some
outdoor power equipment service experience or other
basic power equipment service training with similar types
of products.
In addition, it is assumed that all those performing service
on these units are familiar with the general principles of
operation of these units, and understand all operating
controls, safety instructions, and normal handling pre-
cautions for servicing large riders and mowers.
Engine information is available from the appropriate
engine manufacturer in a separate service manual.
General engine information and basic engine trou-
bleshooting information are provided, but are intended
for general guidance only. The engine manufacturer's
manual should always be consulted first before making
any major adjustments, part changes, or other major
repairs.
This manual contains all relevant service information for
model years 1997 through 1999 and, whenever necessary,
inset illustrations or additional references to help identify
previous part designs and alternative service procedures.
The service techniques in this manual also assume that
the person providing service has access to a standard
assortment of mechanic's hand tools, and approaches
most disassembly and repair procedures with availability
of these basic tools in mind. Whenever specialized or
custom tools are available to save time, reduce effort, or
improve overall service efficiency, the most effective safe
repair method available should be utilized.
Since part numbers are subject to change and may vary
by model year and manufacturing number, all parts in
this manual are referred to by general description.
Specific part number information may be found in the
respective Parts Manual for the unit being serviced.
Always use the manufacturing number that appears on
the Identification Tag of the unit you are servicing to
identify component part numbers.
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