Battery Charging; Seat Adjustment; Manual Lift Assist Adjustment - Simplicity 300 Series, 1600 Series, 2600 Series Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service

BATTERY CHARGING

WARNING
Keep open flames and sparks away from the
battery; the gasses coming from it are highly
explosive. Ventilate the battery well during
charging.
A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may
be the result of a defect in the charging system or other
electrical component. If there is any doubt about the
cause of the problem, see your dealer. If you need to
replace the battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the
Battery & Cables in the Regular Maintenance Section.
To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided by
the battery charger manufacturer as well as all warnings
included in the safety rules sections of this book. Charge
the battery until fully charged (until the specific gravity of
the electrolyte is 1.250 or higher and the electrolyte tem-
perature is at least 60° F). Do not charge at a rate high-
er than 10 amps.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Pitch Adjustment
The pitch of the seat can be adjusted to one of three
positions. To adjust, remove the carriage bolts, spacers,
washers, and nuts (B, Figure 43) from the hinge and
reinstall them in the desired holes.
Seat Slide Adjustment
The seat can also be adjusted forward and back. Move
the lever (A, Figure 43), position the seat as desired, and
release the lever to lock the seat into position.
Seat Spring Adjustment
The seat springs (C, Figure 43) can be adjusted to pro-
vide a softer or firmer ride. Tilt the seat forward and slide
the spring assembly (C) forward for a softer ride, and
back for a firmer ride.

MANUAL LIFT ASSIST ADJUSTMENT

Models with large, left-side lift lever.
The manual lift assist spring tension can be adjusted to
compensate for the additional load of various attach-
ments.
1. Locate the adjustment bolt (A, Figure 44) at the lower
left corner of the engine compartment bulkhead.
2. Turn the bolt (A) clockwise to increase assist. Turn
the bolt (A) counterclockwise to reduce lift assist.
C
A
Figure 43. Seat Adjustment
A. Seat Adjustment Lever
B. Carriage Bolt, Spacer, Washer, & Nut
C. Seat Spring
Figure 44. Manual Lift Assist Adjustment
A. Adjustment Bolt
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B
A