Operation; Controls - Simplicity 4200 Series Operator's Manual

Operation
CONTROLS
Refer to figure 8 for an explanation of
tractor and mower controls.
INTERLOCK SWITCHES
Mfg. No. 1691027 and higher are equipped with a seat
switch which will stop the engine if operator leaves seat
when PTO is engaged and/or transmission is in gear.
Also, switch will prevent starting if operator is not in seat.
The other models are not equipped with this switch. On
all models, the PTO must be disengaged and trans¬
mission in NEUTRAL to start engine.
ITEM NAME FUNCTION
A
Clutch-Brake Disengages tractor clutch when pressed down at least
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.
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D Light Switch
1.
Switches headlights on or off (if equipped), t
E Lift Lever Lifts and holds mower in transport position.
F Mower Height
Control Lever
Adjusts mower cutting height.
G PTO (Power
Take Off)
Lever
Engages and disengages power to attachment. Pull
back to disengage.
H Gear Shift
Lever
Shifts transmission gears to control ground speed. Five
speeds forward, one speed reverse.
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Engine Speed
Control
Position from SLOW to FAST to control engine speed.
Also position for engine CHOKE.
J Gas Gauge/
Cap
Shows amount of gasoline in the tank and serves as
tank cap.
K
Seat Deck
Latch
Press button on each side to tilt the seat deck back.
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