Operation; Controls - Simplicity 5216 Operator's Manual

Operation
CONTROLS
Refer to figure 8 for an explanation of
tractor and mower controls.
Figure 8. Tractor & Mower Controls
ITEM NAME FUNCTION
A
Clutch-Brake Disengages tractor drive when pressed down at least
Pedal halfway. Applies brake when fully depressed. Engages
parking brake when latched over footrest.
B
Lift Lever Lifts and holds attachments in transport position (only
required with attachment other than mower). (Optional)
C
Ignition
Switch
Operates with key to start, run or stop engine.
Choke
Aids in starting engine. Pull knob out to activate choke.
Light Switch Switches headlights on or off.
Lift Lever Lifts and holds mower in transport position.
G
Mower HeightAdjusts mower cutting height.
Control Lever
H
PTC
(Power Take
Off) Lever
Engages and disengages power to attachment. Pull back
to disengage.
'
Gear Shift
Lever
Shifts transmission gears to control ground speed. Five
speeds forward, one speed reverse.
J
Engine
Speed
Control
Position from SLOW to FAST to control engine speed.
K
Gas Gauge/
Cap
Shows amount of gasoline in the tank and serves as
tank cap.
L
Seat Deck
Latch
Press button on each side to tilt the seat deck back.
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