Simplicity 679 Owner's Manual page 5

Congratulations on your purchase of the fine Simplicity
mower. We know you bought this machine to make your
grass mowing easier. You bought the right machine to do
it. So that you can get the very most from your purchase,
we would consider it a personal favor if you would take
time to study this manual before using your mower. It will
increase the chance of adding you to our long list of satis¬
fied customers. Also, before allowing others to operate
your mower be sure they read and understand the safety
precautions and operation section of this manual. For your
own safety and that of your family and friends, periodi¬
cally review the safety tips found on the inside front cover
and page one of this manual.
CONTROL BAR
To control ground speed independently of engine
speed. Disengages rear wheel drive for easy turning.
Soft clutch action for unmarked lawns.
GRASS CATCHER
Fills completely to top, holds a full bushel.
Dust-filtering bag has a zipper for easy unloading
VERTICAL PULL MANUAL STARTER
Geared to reduce pull force by 25% -
naturally easier and safer than side-
pull starters. (On manual mowers only)
BRIGGS AND STRATTON
EASY-SPIN ENGINE
Automatic choke, protected
high-carbon nodular iron crankshaft,
zinc flywheel key.
THROUGH-DECK CATCHING AND
RIGHT FRONT CORNER
DISCHARGE
Permits mowing at 20% lower
blade tip speed, reducing the
energy of thrown objects.
PRE-STRESSED
BLADE
Clamped in a rigid
stiffener to reduce
flutter and fatigue failure.
SEALED LEAD-ACID BATTERY
(Electric start models only) Mower
can be tipped without danger of
spilling acid. Requires no main¬
tenance other than charging.
ADJUSTABLE HANDLE
Can be folded down to engine cover, moved
forward to straight-up position and
adjusted for height - all without tools.
IGNITION KEY
(Electric start models only)
Start and stop engine with
no effort. Removable to
prevent unauthorized starts.
SPEED CONTROL SELECTOR
Ofie simple control for fuss-free
engine performance.
REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Enables mower to climb a 40^ slope, without
slipping to prevent wheel marks on lawn.
(Self propelled models only)
MAGNESIUM DECK
For less weight. 3-3/8" deep above blade
for greater air mixing to spread clippings
evenly. Deck extends well below blade
all around for added safety.
ADJUSTABLE WHEELS
6 positions for selecting cutting height from
7/8" to 2-7/8". No tools - instant cutting
height adjusters.
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