Features & Controls - Simplicity 1693755 Operator's Manual

CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The information below briefly describes the
function of individual controls. Operating the
tractor and dozer require the combined use of
these controls and additional controls whose
operation is described in the tractor Operator's
Manual.
Please Take a moment and
familiarize yourself with the
name, location, and function
of these controls so that you
will better understand the safe-
ty and operating instructions
provided in this manual.
A. Blade Angle Control Lever
The blade angle release lever controls a spring-loaded
plate which locks the blade in one of three positions.
Use an abrupt pushing/pulling motion to release the
angling mechanism and move the blade left or right.
Push the angling lever forward fully to lock the blade in
the left position. Pull the lever fully back to lock the
blade in the right position. Move the lever slowly past
center to lock in the centered position.
NOTE: It is easier to change the angle of the blade with
the attachment raised.
B. Attachment Lift
The attachment lift lever raises and lowers the dozer
blade. To RAISE an attachment, depress the release
button on top of the lever and pull back. To LOWER an
attachment, depress the release button and move the
lever forward.
The back notch suspends the blade for transporting to
and from the worksite. The middle notch is the "float"
position. The front notch applies downward pressure on
the blade. See the Adjustments section for proper blade
adjustment.
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Figure 1. Control Locations
A. Blade Angle Control Lever
B. Attachment Lift
TRACTOR CONTROLS
Before you begin operating the tractor with the dozer
blade attachment, make certain you have:
• Read and understood the instructions in the
tractor Operator's Manual.
• Become thoroughly familiar with all of the
tractor controls and their operation, including
how to safely and properly start and stop the
unit.
• Practice driving in an open area—without doz-
ing—to become accustomed to the unit.
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