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- Page 1 Print Vendor How to use this file Operator’s Manuals Instructions Paper Size: • 11x17 • Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent • Cover - on pre-printed two tone “Swash” stock. Press: • Body - 1 color, 2-sided •...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information.........2 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service ..26 Troubleshooting the Tractor ........26 Identification Numbers........7 Troubleshooting the Mower ........27 Safety Decals ............8 Seat Adjustment............28 Safety Icons ............9 Transmission Purging ...........28 Features & Controls ..........10 Battery Charging ...........28 Control Functions ..........10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ........29 Parking Brake Function.........12... -
Page 6: Safety Rules & Information
Safety Rules & Information 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 7 Safety Rules and Information 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 8 Safety Rules & Information 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.
- Page 9 Safety Rules and Information 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 10 Safety Rules & Information 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.
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Page 11: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag North American / CE Models Mower ID Tag CE Models PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA (Only) Model Description Name/Number Unit MFG Unit SERIAL Number Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number ment parts, service, or information you MUST have... -
Page 12: Safety Decals
Safety Decals 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 pro- read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect these instructions are not followed. -
Page 13: Safety Icons
CE Safety Icons / Directive Compliance SAFETY ICONS Warning: Read Operator’s Danger: Dismemberment. Manual. This machine can amputate limbs. Read and understand the Keep bystanders and children away Operator’s Manual before using when engine is running. this machine. Danger: Dismemberment. Danger: Thrown Objects. -
Page 14: Features & Controls
Features & Controls NOTE: Steering wheel removed for clarity Duel Lever Models Single Lever Models Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operat- ing instructions provided in this manual. - Page 15 Features & Controls Attachment Lift Control Lever Ignition Switch When using the mower deck, lift the deck off the ground The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has while transporting to and from the job site. DO NOT cut three positions: with the mower in the raised, transport position.
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Page 16: Parking Brake Function
Features & Controls PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking brake knob (C), and then release brake pedal. Releasing the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. -
Page 17: Operating The Tractor
Operating the Tractor GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY SAFETY INTERLOCK Be sure to read all information in the Safety and SYSTEM TESTS Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices. -
Page 18: Stopping The Tractor & Engine
Operating the Tractor STOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral. 2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Place the throttle control in the position specified in the engine owner’s manual provided in the operator's packet shipped with your tractor. -
Page 19: Using A Mulching Mower
Operating the Tractor USING A MULCHING MOWER (40” MOWER ONLY) Benefits of Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and then blows them down into the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products that your lawn can use. -
Page 20: Adjusting Mower Cutting Height
Operating the Tractor ADJUSTING MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height adjustment knob (A, Figure 5) controls the mower cutting height. Turn the knob clockwise to raise the deck and counterclockwise to lower it. Figure 5. Raising & Lowering Mower A. Mower Height Adjuster... -
Page 21: Mower Deck Service Access
Operating the Tractor WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before pivoting the mower. MOWER DECK SERVICE ACCESS Pivoting the Mower Deck Up 1. Engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and remove the key. 2. -
Page 22: Storage
Operating the Tractor STORAGE WARNING • Battery life will be increased if it is removed, put in a cool, dry place and fully charged about once a month. Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed, If the battery is left in the unit, disconnect the nega- poorly ventilated structure. -
Page 23: Regular Maintenance
Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. Use the hour meter to deter- mine your operating time. Before Every Every Every Every Spring SAFETY ITEMS Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours 250 Hours &... -
Page 24: Check Tire Pressures
Regular Maintenance CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Tire Pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life. -
Page 25: Battery Maintenance
Regular Maintenance BATTERY MAINTENANCE 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. Cleaning the Battery and Cables Service Interval: Every 100 Hours 1. -
Page 26: Lubrication
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 12- 14 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 27: Lubricate Rear Axes
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATE AXLE SHAFTS Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the wheel hubs and lubricating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes future service easier. 1. Turn off the ignition, turn off the PTO, engage the parking brake, and block the front tires. -
Page 28: Servicing The Mower Blades
Regular Maintenance 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 a hex/spline washer and spring washer, then securely tightened. -
Page 29: Check Mower Blade Timing - 40" Mowers
Regular Maintenance CHECK MOWER BLADE TIMING - 40” MOWERS Service Interval: Yearly 1. Turn the PTO to the off position, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off, and remove the key. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower deck removal”). 2. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 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 31: Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 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 32: Seat Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service SEAT ADJUSTMENT Seat Slide Adjustment The seat can also be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever (A, Figure 21), position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. TRANSMISSION PURGING Purge the transmission if the unit is excessively noisy or lacks drive in forward or reverse. -
Page 33: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT 1. Use a suitable punch to remove the roll pin at the base of the steering wheel (B, Figure 22). 2. Pull down on the rubber boot to expose the two holes Thicker Spoke in the steering shaft (A). -
Page 34: Pto Clutch Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on level ground. Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour break-in period and then after every 250 hours of opera- tion. -
Page 35: Mower Adjustments
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service MOWER ADJUSTMENTS 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 speci- fied in Checking Tire Pressure. 1. - Page 36 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service FRONT-TO-BACK LEVELING - 40” MODELS 6. Arrange the blades so they face front-to-back. 7. Measure the distance from the ground to front tip and rear tip of the left and right-hand blades. Front tips should be 1/8”-1/4” (3mm-6mm) higher. If not, pro- ceed with steps 8 - 10.
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Page 37: Mower Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT 40” Mower PTO Belt Replacement 1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key. 2. -
Page 38: 40" Arbor Drive Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 33. Release Cogged Belt Tension A. 3/8” Ratchet and Extension Figure 32. Mulching Deck (Belt Covers Removed) A. Idler Assembly Capscrew B. Spring-Loaded Idler Assembly C. Belt D. Square Hole 40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement 1. -
Page 39: 44" Arbor Drive Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 36. Mower Deck Drive Belt Routing All Models Figure 35. Mower Deck - 44" & 50” Mowers A. Capscrew A. Arbor Drive Pulley (V-sided) B. Idler Pulley (Flat-sided) B. Left-hand Arbor Cover C. Right-hand Arbor Cover D. -
Page 40: Specifications, Parts, & Accessories
Specifications, Parts, & Accessories NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: CHASSIS: Fuel Tank Cap. Capacity: 5 Gallons (18,9 L) 15 HP* Rear Wheels... - Page 42 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 Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group Copyright © 2007 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI USA.