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Simplicity Citation Series Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Print Vendor How to use this file Operator’s Manuals Instructions Paper Size: • 11x17 • Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent • Cover - on pre-printed two tone “Swash” stock. Press: •...
  • Page 2 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK (FOR PLACEMENT ONLY - DO NOT PRINT)
  • Page 3 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OPERATOR’S MANUAL Citation Series 21HP Zero-Turn Riders Mfg. No. Description 1694768 Simplicity 21HP Citation Zero Turn Rider 23HP Zero-Turn Riders Mfg. No. Description 1694769 Simplicity 23HP Citation Zero Turn Rider 48” Mower Decks Mfg. No.
  • Page 4 M A N U FA 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 2005, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information.........2 Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service ..20 Troubleshooting the Tractor ........20 Identification Numbers........5 Troubleshooting the Mower ........21 Safety Decals ............6 Seat Adjustment............22 Safety Interlock System ........7 Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment .....22 Features &...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules & Information

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Safety Rules & Information 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.
  • Page 7 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.
  • Page 8 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Safety Rules and Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained outdoors. Safe Handling of Gasoline 14. Replace faulty silencers/mufflers. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 15.

  • Page 9: Identification Numbers

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Identification Numbers Identification Numbers Tractor Identification Tag North American Models Mower Identification Tag PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Unit Model Number Unit SERIAL Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck Model Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers.

  • Page 10: Safety Decals

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect messages on your rider and mower should be carefully from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment read and obeyed.

  • Page 11: Safety Interlock System

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Interlock System SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks Test 1 —...

  • Page 12: Features & Controls

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Features & Controls Figure 1. Control Locations 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.
  • Page 13 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Features & Controls Parking Brake Fuel Tank Cap To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. DISENGAGE Releases the parking brake. Fuel Level Gauge ENGAGE Locks the parking brake. Displays the fuel level in the tank. Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake.

  • Page 14: Operation

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY CHECKS BEFORE STARTING Before first time operation: • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and and oil recommendations.

  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation WARNING MOWING 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO If you do not understand how a specific control switch is disengaged, the motion control handles are functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is FEATURES &...

  • Page 16: Zero Turn Driving Practice

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation ZERO TURN Smooth Travel 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 efficient control of the The BEST method of rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take handling the ground...
  • Page 17 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.

  • Page 18: Attaching A Trailer

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Operation ATTACHING A TRAILER The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than 200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with an appropri- ately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 9) and clip (B). Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes.

  • Page 19: Regular Maintenance

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Regular 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 20: Lubrication

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 12 through 15 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks •...

  • Page 21: Checking Tire Pressures

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Regular Maintenance CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained 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 22: Transmission Oil Filter Change

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Regular Maintenance TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER CHANGE Change Interval: Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number: 1719168 1. Locate the transmission oil filter (E, Figure 16) at the rear of the battery compartment under the seat. 2.

  • Page 23: Servicing The Mower Blades

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 2. To remove blade for sharpening, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft while removing the blade mounting bolt with a 15/16”...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Adjustments & Service

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting Adjustments & Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use the tractor or mower only when the engine is may eventually require that service be performed to stopped and the parking brake engaged.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting The Mower

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service 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.

  • Page 26: Seat Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service SEAT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 20. The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever towards the left, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position.

  • Page 27: Parking Brake Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. 2. Raise the seat plate. 3. Locate the brake spring (A, Figure 23). 4.

  • Page 28: Rear Suspension Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT POSITION #1 POSITION #2 (FACTORY SET) The shock assembly can be adjusted in two ways to allow the operator to customize the ride according to operator’s weight and/or operating conditions. You have the option of adjusting the spring pre-load and/or the upper mounting position.

  • Page 29: Pto Clutch Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Figure 26. Adjust PTO Clutch Window Adjustment Nut C. .016”-.018” (0.40-0.45mm) Feeler Gauge Figure 25. PTO Clutch Adjustment Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) Adjustment Nut PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT WARNING Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only...

  • Page 30: Return To Neutral Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service RETURN-TO-NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2.

  • Page 31: Mowing Height Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 29) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between 1-3/4” (4,4 cm) and 5” (12,7 cm) in 1/4”...

  • Page 32: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1,03 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar).

  • Page 33: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT FRONT 1. Park the tractor 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.

  • Page 34: Mower Belt Replacement

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. 1. Park the tractor 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.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: TRANSMISSIONS: HydroGear PG-3H / HGM-12C 21 HP* Briggs...

  • Page 36: Parts & Accessories

    Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. the product’s components in exploded views (3D illustra- tions which show the relationship of parts and how they...
  • Page 37 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Lawn Care & Mowing Information HOW AND WHEN TO HOW TO WATER YOUR LAWN The best method of watering a lawn WATER, FERTILIZE & is to imitate a slow, soaking rain, AERATE applying about 1 inch of water. HOW TO FERTILIZE YOUR LAWN Most lawns are watered too often, but with too little water.

  • Page 38: Lawn Care & Mowing Information

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOW The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: G Mow when the grass is between 3”-4”...

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