Table Of Contents - Simplicity 300 Series Operator's Manual

Safety Rules & Information.................................2
Identification Numbers........................................7
Safety Decals .......................................................8
Safety Icons .........................................................9
Features & Controls ..........................................10
Control Functions ..................................................10
Parking Brake Function.........................................12
Hourmeter .............................................................13
12 Volt Power Adapter ..........................................13
Automatic Controlled Traction...............................12
Operating the Tractor ........................................13
Safety Interlock System ........................................13
General Operating Safety .....................................13
Adding Fuel ...........................................................13
Starting the Engine ...............................................14
Stopping the Tractor & Engine ..............................14
Driving the Tractor ................................................14
Mowing..................................................................14
Mowing in Reverse ...............................................15
Attachment Operation in Reverse .........................15
Pushing the Tractor by Hand ................................15
Adjusting Mower Cutting Height -
38" 44" 50" Decks .................................................16
Adjusting Mower Cutting Height - 40" Decks ........16
Lift Variations When Using Attachments...............17
Attaching a Trailer .................................................17
Mower Deck Removal & Installation .....................18
Storage .................................................................20
Lawn Care & Mowing Information....................21
How and When to Water Fertilize & Aerate ..........21
How High to Mow the Grass .................................21
When and How Often to Mow ...............................22
Proper Mowing Speed ..........................................22
Using a Mulching Mower.......................................23
Benefits of Proper Mulching ..................................23
Limitations of Mulching Decks ..............................23
Correct ground Speed & Engine Speed................23
Correct Cutting Height ..........................................23
Using the Side Discharge Deflector ......................23

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Regular Maintenance ........................................24
Maintenance Schedule .........................................24
Safety Interlock System Check .............................25
Blade Brake Check ...............................................25
Checking Tire Pressures.......................................25
PTO Clutch Adjustment Check .............................25
Engine Maintenance .............................................25
Battery Maintenance .............................................26
Lubricate Rear Axles.............................................26
Lubrication ............................................................27
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................28
Check Mower Blade Timing ..................................29
Transmission Identification ...................................30
Transmission Maintenance ...................................30
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service....32
Troubleshooting the Tractor ..................................32
Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................33
Battery Charging ...................................................34
Seat Adjustment....................................................34
Steering Wheel Adjustment ..................................35
Steering Gear Adjustment.....................................35
Brake Adjustment..................................................35
PTO Clutch Adjustment ........................................36
Mower Adjustments ..............................................37
Gauge Wheels (Select Models) ....................37
Transport Height & Ground
Following Adjustment (Select Models) ..........37
Leveling the Mower .......................................38
Mower Belt Replacement ......................................39
44" & 50" PTO Belt Replacement .................39
44" & 50" Arbor Drive Belt Replacement.......40
40" Mower PTO Belt Replacement ...............41
40" Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement ....42
38" Mower Drive Belt Replacement ..............43
Specifications ....................................................44
Parts & Accessories..........................................45
NOTE: In this manual, "left" and "right" are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
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