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Simplicity Regent Operator's Manual

Regent / 500 / 2500 series & sport series “team tractors”
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  • Page 1 • Pages labeled with the text “THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK” are placement pages ONLY, and should NOT be printed. ————————————————————————————————————————————––– If you have further questions on how to utilize this file, please contact Simplicity Technical Publications Department at (414) 284-8650.
  • Page 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK...
  • Page 3 Replacement OPERATOR’S MANUAL Regent / 500 / 2500 Series & Sport Series “Team Tractors” 14HP Gear Tractors Team Tractors Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description 1692593 Regent, 14HP Gear 1692957 Vikings Regent Tractor 1692595 514G, 14HP Gear 1692959 Steelers Regent Tractor...
  • Page 4 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 © Copyright 1996, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents TRACTOR & MOWER IDENTIFICATION .....2 TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR.......18 General................18 SAFETY RULES ............3 Troubleshooting The Tractor ..........18 Troubleshooting The Mower ..........19 DECALS.................5 Checking the Battery ............20 FEATURES & CONTROLS ...........6 Charging A Completely Controls - Hydro Models ............6 Discharged Battery ............20 Controls - Gear Models............6 Jump Starting with...

  • Page 6: Tractor & Mower Identification

    Tractor & Mower Identification IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Record your model name/number, tractor and mower deck manufacturer numbers and engine serial number in Tractor M/N the space provided for easy reference. (Manufacturer’s Number) (Serial Number) • The Tractor I.D.

  • Page 7: Safety Rules

    Safety Rules 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 mow- ing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
  • Page 8 Safety Rules CHILDREN b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to not smoke. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to c) Never refuel the unit indoors.

  • Page 9: Decals

    Safety Decals GENERAL All WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your tractor and mower should be carefully read and This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect instructions are not followed.

  • Page 10: Features & Controls

    Features & Controls CONTROLS - HYDRO MODEL A. Steering Wheel B. Engine Throttle Control C. Parking Brake Knob D. Ignition Key/Switch E. Headlight Switch F. PTO (Electric Clutch) Switch G. Mower Height Adjustment Lever H. Brake Pedal I. Forward Direction Pedal J.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation GENERAL SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Before first time operation, drive in an open area without Your tractor is equipped with a seat switch safety sys- mowing, to become accustomed to the unit. Be sure to tem. Check the seat switch operation every fall and read all information in the Safety and Operation sections spring with the following three tests.

  • Page 12: Mower Installation & Removal

    Operation Figure 4. Mower Deck - Right Side Figure 5. Mower Deck - Left Side (38” Deck Shown) A. Clip C. Height Adjustment Lever A. Rod B. Pin & Clip C. Lever B. Pin & Clip MOWER INSTALLATION & REMOVAL WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to...

  • Page 13: Checks Before Starting

    Operation CHECKS BEFORE STARTING 1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweights installed if required. See Slope Operation in the Safety Rules section. Make sure any slopes are with- in required limits. 2. Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

  • Page 14: Stopping The Tractor

    Operation 4. On hydro model, release the parking brake by PUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HAND depressing the brake pedal (A, figure 8), then press down on either pedal (I or J, figure 2) for the desired WARNING direction and speed of travel. Do not tow the tractor.

  • Page 15: Mowing Tips

    Mowing Patterns & Tips GENERAL • For dry conditions where grass blow-out is a problem: a. Use sharp blades. For the first use of the mower, choose a smooth level b. Adjust deck flat to 1/8" maximum lower in front. area.
  • Page 16 Mowing Patterns & Tips • Change the mowing pattern each time. The Best Combination • If mulching baffles are removed, the original deflector We recommend that you experiment with the height of must be in operating position for safe side-discharge cut position and tractor ground speed that will give you mowing.

  • Page 17: Normal Care

    Normal Care SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by multiplying the time it takes to do one job by the number of times you’ve done the job, or you can install the optional hour meter.

  • Page 18: Checking Tire Pressure

    Figure 11. Lubricating Tractor or three shots of lithium base automotive grease (Simplicity part no. 103077), and wipe off excess grease. When an oil can is shown, wipe the area clean, apply a few drops of oil (SAE 30), then wipe up drips or spills.

  • Page 19: Transaxle - Hydro Models

    Normal Care TRANSAXLE - HYDRO MODELS The hydro transaxle is a sealed unit. The transaxle is filled with oil and does not require any further lubrication unless a service overhaul is performed BATTERY MAINTENANCE Checking the Battery Fluid 1. Raise the seat by tilting it forward to gain access to the battery.

  • Page 20: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Normal Care SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless Loosen or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation &...

  • Page 21: Storage

    Storage WARNING Never store the tractor, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an explosion.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting & Repair

    Troubleshooting & Repair GENERAL 2. Carburetor adjusted incorrectly. See engine manual. 3. Spark plug faulty, fouled, or incorrectly gapped. This section of the manual provides troubleshooting and Clean and gap or replace. See engine manual. repair instructions for the more common and easily cor- rected problems.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting The Mower

    Troubleshooting & Repair Tractor will not move with transmission in Mower drive belt slips or fails to drive. forward or reverse position. 1. Mower drive belt broken. Replace. 1. Brake is not fully released. See Brake Adjustments. CHECKING THE BATTERY 2.

  • Page 24: Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery

    Troubleshooting & Repair 6. Charge the battery until fully charged (i.e. until the 6. Connect the second cable negative (-) to other post specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250 or higher of booster battery. and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60° F). The 7.

  • Page 25: Adjustments

    Troubleshooting & Repair **1582 THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 17. Battery Jump Starting Diagram Adjustments 2-7/8"-3"...

  • Page 26: Neutral Adjustment

    Adjustments View is from right side of tractor with rear wheel removed. Figure 21a. Forward Speed Adjustment - Hydro Figure 20. Neutral Adjustment - Hydro Model A. Bolt C.Hydro Control Lever A. Nut C. Cam Slot B. Control Rod B. Neutral Adjustment Rod D.

  • Page 27: Steering Gear Adjustment

    Adjustments when the front pedal edge is 1/4" above the frame (pedal fully depressed). If it is not, loosen nut (A, figure 21), read- just pedal as necessary, then retighten nut. NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT - GEAR If the tractor creeps forward or backward with the gear selector in the neutral gate and the engine running, per- form the following adjustment: 1.

  • Page 28: Blade Brake Check

    Adjustments Figure 27. Front-to-Back Adjustment Nut Measurement should be equal or A. Outside Nut C. Adjustment Nut within 1/8" higher at front tips B. Eccentric Nut Figure 26. Leveling the Mower Deck Front-to-Back NOTE: If mower handle drops out of cutting height quad- 38”...

  • Page 29: Belt Replacement

    Belt Replacement Frame PTO shaft Figure 29. Drive Belt Routing - Hydro Models A. Engine Pulley C. Idler Pulley B. Transmission Pulley Figure 28. PTO (Electric Clutch) Assembly A. PTO C. Washer B. Sleeve D. Capscrew CAUTION To avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts over pulleys.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE Cylinder: Bore & Stroke: 3.44 in./87.3 MM (3.06 in./77.7 MM) 14 HP Briggs & Stratton Displacement: 28.4 cu.in.(465cc) Make: Briggs & Stratton - 4 cycle air cooled Construction: Overhead valve, Cast Iron Sleeves, Model &...

  • Page 31: Parts & Accessories

    Parts & Accessories Replacement Parts 42" Dozer/Snow Blade 1691520 Dozer Hitch 1692624 Tractor Drive Belt - Hydro (16 HP) 108209 Rear Wheel Weights 1690555 Tractor Drive Belt-Hydro (14 HP) 1672135 Rear Weight 1692625 Tractor Drive Belt-Gear Models (All) 1657044 Rear Weight Hitch 1692636 44”...

  • Page 32: International Symbols

    INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Choke PTO Clutch Engaged Fast (Throtttle) Parking Brake Slow (Throttle) Mower Cutting Height Adjustement Throttle...

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