Controls - Simplicity 5200 Series Operator's Manual

INTERLOCK SWITCHES
Mfg. No. 1691030 and higher are equipped with a seat
switch which will stop the engine if operator leaves seat
when PTO is engaged and/ or transmission is in gear. The
other models are not equipped with this seat switch. On
all models, the transmission must be in NEUTRAL and
PTO disengaged to start engine. Also, switch will prevent
starting if operator is not in seat.
NAME FUNCTION
Clutch-Brake Disengages tractor drive when pressed down at least
Pedal halfway. Applies brake when fully depressed. Engages
parking brake when latched over footrest.
Lift Lever Lifts and holds attachments in transport position (only
required with attachment other than mower). (Optional)
Ignition
Switch
Operates with key to start, run or stop engine.
Choke Aids in starting engine (12.5 & 16 H.P.). Pull out to activate.
Light Switch Switches headlights on or off. 1
Lift Lever
Lifts and holds mower in transport position. '
Mower HeightAdjusts mower cutting height.
Control Lever
PTO
(Power Take
Off) Lever
Engages and disengages power to attachment. Pull back
to disengage.
Gear Shift
Lever
Shifts transmission gears to control ground speed. Five
speeds forward, one speed reverse.
Engine
Speed
Control
Position from SLOW to FAST to control engine speed.
Also position for choke on 11 H P. & 12 H.P. engines.
Gas Gauge/
Cap
Shows amount of gasoline in the tank and serves as
tank cap.
Seat Deck
Latch
Press button on each side to tilt the seat deck back.
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