Simplicity LC Instructions And Parts List page 5

MODEL H
5Vi
H.P. TRACTOR
PACKING LIST
The tractor is shipped in two packages. One contains the
engine, frame, wheels and gear assemblies, and the
other contains the handles, clutch rods and levers.
The tractor is equipped with a convenient kick stand
(AK). This stand enables the tractor to be kept level
when implements are not attached.
ASSEMBLY
Before starting assembly, remove all parts from both
packages. Refer to Fig. 1 for tractor assembly.
1. Before bolting handles to the frame, insert the throt-
*tle cable (AC) through the cable housing clamp
(AE) as shown.
2. Bolt the handles to the outside of the frame with the
four bolts provided. NOTE; When bolting handles to
the frame, be sure that the bushings, washers,
levers and lever stops are reassembled in the same
sequence as packed.
3. When inserting upper left hand handle bolt, as¬
semble lower clutch lever (Q), lever stops (P) and
lower clutch pivot lever (M) as shown.
4. The slots at the bottom of the handle provide handle
height adjustment. Place handles in comfortable
operating position and tighten all handle bolts
securely.
5. Attach upper clutch rod (R) to lower clutch lever
(Q) and left hand clutch lever (E).
MODEL VC 7 H.P. TRACTOR
6. Attach upper idler rod (L) to right hand clutch lever
(D), then to lower clutch pivot lever (M), and to
idler clutch rod guide (X),
7. Connect lower idler rod (Y) in guide assembly (X)
to idler lever (AZ) as shown.
8. Thread one end of spring (BN) into lower spring
holder (BP). Place upper spring holder (BM) over
end of gear shift handle extension as shown and
slip handle extension into coupling (C). Be sure
countersunk hole in end of handle extension lines
up with set screw and tighten securely.
9. Thread other end of spring (BN) into upper spring
holder (BM) and position spring holder on handle
extension as shown, approximately 3 inches from
coupling.
10. For Model "VC'' only. Attach throttle control lever
(AA) to left handle with throttle clamp strung under¬
neath. Screws and clamps for cable and throttle
lever are in a mailing bag tied to the throttle cable.
Clamp throttle cable to handle with three clips (AD)
as shown.
lOA. For Model "H" only. Attach Choke-A-Matic control
lever (AA) to left handle with throttle cable strung
underneath. Screws and clamps for cable and
control lever are in a mailing bag tied to the cable.
Clamp cable to handle with three clips (AD) as
shown.
The Choke-A-Matic engine control is adjusted at
the factory for proper operation. If it becomes neces-
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