Simplicity 2690487 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 2690487 Massey Ferguson ZT 1844 5900706 Snapper 400ZB2450 5900608 Snapper ZT18441KHC 5900728 Massey Ferguson ZT2450 5900609 Snapper ZT19441KWV 5900705 Simplicity Champion 26BS50 2690449 Simplicity Champion 20K44 5900728 Simplicity Champion 26BS52 2690483 Simplicity Champion 20K44 5900961 Simplicity Champion 27BS52 (AUS/NZ) 5901216...
Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Simplicity and Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your product will provide many years of dependable service.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Maintenance ............24 Safety Rules & Information ........ 4 Schedule ...............24 Identification Numbers ........10 Lubrication ............25 Safety Decals ............ 11 Servicing the Mower Blades .........26 Safety Interlock System ........12 Checking Tire Pressures ........27 Safety Icons ............13 Checking/Adding Fuel ...........27 Features &...
Page 4: Safety Rules & Information
OPERATOR SAFETY 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. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself.
Page 5: Slope Operation
OPERATOR SAFETY Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees).
Page 6 OPERATOR SAFETY Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Retaining walls and drop-offs around steps and water are a common hazard. Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. Wheels dropping over retaining walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning.
Page 7 OPERATOR SAFETY 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. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
Page 8 OPERATOR SAFETY SLOPe OPeRATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and Do not use this machine on slopes greater than tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or 15 degrees.* death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If Select slow ground speed before driving onto you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, slope.
Page 9 OPERATOR SAFETY SeRvICe AND MAINTeNANCe line clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over the filter after installation. Safe handling of Gasoline 12. Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other gasohol containing more than 10% ETHANOL, sources of ignition.
Page 10: Identification Numbers
OPERATOR SAFETY IDeNTIFICATION NUMBeRS Unit ID Tag North American Mower ID Tag / Ce Models Model xxxxxxx Ce Models xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Only) Serial xxxxxxxxxx BRIGGS & STRATTON CORP. POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC MILWAUKEE, WI 53201 USA x.xx xxxx 20xx When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.
Page 11: Safety Decals
OPERATOR SAFETY SAFeTY DeCALS Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all safety decals. WARNING If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local dealer.
Page 12: Safety Interlock System
OPERATOR SAFETY WARNING SAFeTY INTeRLOCk If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under SYSTeM no circumstance should you attempt to defeat This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. the purpose of the safety interlock system. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never SAFeTY ALeRT SYMBOL &...
Page 13: Safety Icons
OPERATOR SAFETY NORTh AMeRICAN SAFeTY ICONS Danger: Machine Rollover. Operating on steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of steering, control and rollover. Do not use this machine on slopes greater than 15°. This limit was determined per CEN Standard EN 836:1997, Section 5.2.2 and is based on the EN 836 Stability Test procedure described in Section 4.2.4.2.
Page 14: Features & Controls
FEATURES AND CONTROLS CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the Operation section. Choke Ground Speed Levers Close the choke for cold starting.
Page 15: Features And Controls
FEATURES AND CONTROLS hour Meter Fuel Tank The hour meter measures the number of hours the key Fuel Level Gauge has been in the RUN position. The hour meter has To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. The fuel a self contained power source so the total hours are gauge is mounted in the fuel tank and indicates the always visible.
Page 16: Operation
OPERATION GeNeRAL OPeRATING SAFeTY CheCkS BeFORe STARTING • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on Before first time operation: dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and instructions and oil recommendations. Operation sections before attempting to operate •...
Page 17: Starting The Engine
OPERATION WARNING DO NOT TOW RIDeR Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump If you do not understand how a specific control and wheel motor damage. Do not use functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the another vehicle to push or pull this unit. FeATUReS &...
Page 18: Zero Turn Driving Practice
OPERATION Smooth Travel ZeRO TURN DRIvING PRACTICe The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive . responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and The BEST method of efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and handling the ground turning movements will take some practice.
Page 19: Advanced Driving
OPERATION Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward bring one handle gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one back toward neutral. Repeat several times. ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.
Page 20: Mower Removal And Installation
OPERATION Figure 9. Mower Belt Routing A. Arbor Pulleys Figure 10. Release Belt Tension B. Back-Side Idlers A. Belt Tension Release Lever C. PTO Pulley B. Guard Notch (44” & 50” Models Only) D. Belt Tension Release Lever MOWeR ReMOvAL AND INSTALLATION NOTE: Perform mower installation and removal on a hard flat surface such as a concrete floor.
Page 21: Mowing
OPERATION 4. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch. MOWING 5. Begin mowing. See Mowing Recommendations Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in section for tips on mowing patterns and lawn care. the Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service section. See Troubleshooting section for information on 1.
Page 22: Mowing Methods
OPERATION When and how Often to Mow 3. Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry. Late afternoon or early evening often provide these The time of day and condition of the grass greatly ideal mowing conditions. affect the results you’ll get when mowing.
Page 23: Attaching A Trailer
OPERATION eNGINe SPeeD & GROUND SPeeD FOR Proper Mulching BROADCASTING Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and Use full engine throttle matched with a slow ground recuts clippings into tiny particles and which then speed so that clippings will be finely cut. Ground blows them down INTO the lawn.
Page 24: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAINTeNANCe SCheDULe & PROCeDUReS The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter.
Page 25: Lubrication
MAINTENANCE Oil: LUBRICATION • control handle pivots Lubricate the unit at the following lubrication points • discharge chute hinge shown in Figures 13 through 16. Grease: • front caster wheel axles Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil •...
Page 26: Servicing The Mower Blades
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 27: Check Tire Pressures
MAINTENANCE CheCk TIRe PReSSUReS Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained 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 28: Check/Fill Transmission Oil
MAINTENANCE CheCk / FILL TRANSMISSION OIL Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The inspection port is located on the inside of the right tank cover. The oil level should be within 1/2” (1.3 cm) of the horizontal level mark (D, Figure 22).
Page 29: Battery Maintenance
MAINTENANCE BATTeRY MAINTeNANCe WARNING Cleaning the Battery and Cables Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative spilling electrolyte. keep flames and sparks cable first (B, Figure 22). away from the battery. When removing or installing battery cables, 2.
Page 30: Seat Adjustment
MAINTENANCE SeAT ADJUSTMeNT The seat and ground speed control levers should be adjusted so that operator’s elbows are supported by the arm rests when his/her hands are on the controls, and the ground speed control levers can be moved through their full range of motion without contacting the operator’s legs.
Page 31: Speed Balancing Adjustment
MAINTENANCE SPeeD BALANCING ADJUSTMeNT WARNING DO NOT adjust the rider for a faster overall speed forward or reverse than it was designed for. If the rider veers to the right or left when the ground speed control levers are in the maximum forward or reverse position, the top speed of each of these levers can be balanced by turning the adjustment bolt(s) (A &...
Page 32: Parking Brake Adjustment
MAINTENANCE PARkING BRAke ADJUSTMeNT 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the parking brake. 2. Elevate the rear end of the unit and remove the rear wheels. 3. Check the brake spring (A, Figure 27) length (both wheels).
Page 33: Suspension Adjustment
MAINTENANCE SUSPeNSION ADJUSTMeNT (SeLeCT MODeLS) The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the operator to customize the ride according to operator’s weight and operating conditions. LeSS PRe-LOAD: • Light operator weight •...
Page 34: Pto Clutch Adjustment
MAINTENANCE Figure 30. Adjust PTO Clutch A. Window B. Adjustment Nut C. .016”-.018” (0,40-0,45mm) Feeler Gauge Figure 29. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. Adjustment Window (qty. 3, one shown) B. Adjustment Nut PTO CLUTCh ADJUSTMeNT WARNING Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 100 To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments hours of operation.
Page 35: Mower Deck Leveling
MAINTENANCE MOWeR DeCk LeveLING Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. SIDe-TO-SIDe LeveLING 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front wheels so they are straight. 2.
Page 36: Roller Bar Leveling
MAINTENANCE ROLLeR BAR LeveLING (SeLeCT MODeLS) The rollers on this Zero Turn unit are not intended to ride on the ground. DO NOT adjust rollers to ride on the ground. Rollers riding on the ground will damage turf and or unit. 1.
Page 37: Mower Deck Washout Port
MAINTENANCE MOWeR DeCk WAShOUT PORT (SeLeCT MODeLS ONLY) The washout port allows you to connect a typical garden hose to the trim side (L.H.) of the mower deck to remove grass and debris from the underside. This ensures proper and safe operation of the mower. 1.
Page 38: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
MAINTENANCE hYDRAULIC PUMP DRIve BeLT RePLACeMeNT 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the PTO drive belt (see MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT for removal instructions).
Page 39: Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLeShOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or on the tractor or mower only when the engine constant use may eventually require that service be is stopped and the parking brake engaged.
Page 40: Troubleshooting The Mower
TROUBLESHOOTING Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLeM CAUSe ReMeDY engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3.
Page 41: Common Cutting Problems
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLeShOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLeMS PROBLeM CAUSe ReMeDY Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle. 4.
Page 42: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SPeCIFICATIONS ¹Power Ratings: Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing environmental factors. and are subject to change without notice. †Power Ratings: All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J2723 as rated by Kawasaki and tested per the SAE J1995 test standard.
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Page 46: Limited Warranty
ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced. Warranty service is available only through SIMPLICITY Authorized Service Dealers. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. This warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship.
Page 47: Your Warranty Rights And Obligations
California, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton Corporation Emissions Control Warranty Statement September 2012 Your Warranty Rights And Obligations The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) are pleased Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities: to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Model Year 2012--2013 ...
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Simplicity 2690487 Operator's Manual

Safety Rules & Information

Identification Numbers

Safety Decals

Safety Interlock System

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Features & Controls

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Specifications

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