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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Field and Brush Mower
Mfg. No.
Model No.
7085922
FB13250BS
7085923
GM2515KAW
7085924
GM2513H
3800033
GM2516KAW
3800033
GM2516KAW
1696104
GM25125BS
-4415
Description
13 hp Briggs, Hydro-Drive
15 hp Kawasaki, Hydro-Drive
13 hp Honda, Hydro-Drive
16 hp Kawasaki, Hydro Drive
16 hp Kawasaki, Hydro-Drive
12.5 hp Briggs, Intek
Manual No. 7078128
Rev. B

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  • Page 1 FB13250BS 13 hp Briggs, Hydro-Drive 7085923 GM2515KAW 15 hp Kawasaki, Hydro-Drive 7085924 GM2513H 13 hp Honda, Hydro-Drive 3800033 GM2516KAW 16 hp Kawasaki, Hydro Drive 3800033 GM2516KAW 16 hp Kawasaki, Hydro-Drive 1696104 GM25125BS 12.5 hp Briggs, Intek Manual No. 7078128 Rev. B...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Identification Numbers........1 Troubleshooting, Adjustment and Service ..14 Chart ..............14 Safety Rules & Information.........2 Travel Control Adjustment ........16 Safety Decals ............4 Blade Clutch Adjustment........17 Features & Controls ..........6 Blade Brake Adjustment ........18 Control Functions ............6 Mower Belt Adjustment .........18 Operating the Mower...........7 Traction Drive Belt Adjustment ......19 Starting the Engine ..........7...
  • Page 3: Safety Rules & Information

    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 4: Slope Operation

    Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION SERVICE • Use extra care when handling gasoline and other WARNING fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent a) Use only an approved container. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.
  • Page 5: Service And Maintenance

    Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless specified otherwise in the engine man- • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. ufacturer's manual. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. •...
  • Page 6 Safety and Instructional Decals Decal - Blade Control, Engine Key Switch (7028349) Models - All mowers Decal - Traction Drive / Freewheel Lever (1725229) Models - All mowers Decal - Warning (7028490) Important Safety Operating Instructions. Read and understand before operating machine Decal - Caution - Open Belt Drive (707359) Decal - Engine Throttle Control (7029167) Rotating blades and other parts can cause serious injury.
  • Page 7: Features & Controls

    Features & Controls Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operat- ing instructions provided in this manual. CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls.
  • Page 8: Operating The Mower

    Operating the Mower STARTING THE ENGINE To Shut Engine Down: • Allow engine to idle for 2-3 minutes before shutting NOTE - The procedures outlined within this section are down. general guidelines, and are in no way meant to replace or supercede engine manufacturer's operating instruc- •...
  • Page 9 Operating the Mower To Propel Unit Forward: IMPORTANT NOTE IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, SUCH AS LOSS OF CONTROL OR POTENTIAL COLLISION, RELEASE TRACTION DRIVE ENGAGEMENT BAR. THIS WILL IMMEDI- ATELY DISENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION AND STOP MOWER MOVEMENT. THE ENGINE WILL CONTINUE TO RUN.
  • Page 10: Engaging/Disengaging The Cutting Blade

    Operating the Mower ENGAGING/DISENGAGING THE CUTTING BLADE DANGER Do not pass by or stand on the discharge side of brush mower with its engine running and blade engaged. To Engage Cutting Blade: • Push Blade Engagement Lever forward and then to the right until lever locks into place (Figure 7).
  • Page 11: To Adjust Cutting Height

    Operating the Mower TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT The front skids on the brush cutter have 3 sets of holes (Figure 9) for height adjustment: – Top holes - 3 " cutting depth – Center holes - 4" cutting depth – Bottom holes - 4 "...
  • Page 12: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 10 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Wipe surfaces clean before and after lubrication.
  • Page 13: Tire Pressure

    Regular Maintenance TIRE PRESSURE Tire pressure is 20 psi (1.4 bar). BATTERY SERVICE WARNING Figure 12. Check Tire Pressure When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.
  • Page 14: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Regular Maintenance SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required 1.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting, Adjustment And Service

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not turnover or start. 1. PTO lever in the engaged position. Place in disengaged position. 2. Out of fuel. If the engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
  • Page 16 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Troubleshooting Cont. Blade will not engage. 1. Blade clutch rod too loose. See Blade Clutch Adjustment Section. 2. Blade belt worn or broken. Turn off engine and inspect belt. Adjust or replace as required. 3. Over-stretched or broken spring Turn off engine and inspect spring.
  • Page 17: Travel Control Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TRAVEL CONTROL ADJUSTMENT Serial Number 0-011903999 1. The Travel Control engagement bars (A, Figure 16a) should be an equal distance from the Upper Handle Bar. If they are not, adjust their position. 2. Loosen the wing nut locknut (D) and rotate control rod (C) until engagement bars are properly adjusted.
  • Page 18: Blade Clutch Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service BLADE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT WARNING Shut off engine before attempting this adjustment procedure. If the mower blade does not stop running when the blade clutch lever is in the DISENGAGED position, does not run at full speed, adjust the Blade Clutch tension. 1.
  • Page 19: Blade Brake Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING • DO NOT place hands or feet under mower deck and away from blade. • This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. • DO NOT touch any rotating parts (pulleys, belts, etc.).
  • Page 20: Traction Drive Belt Adjustment

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT If the mower drive is not functioning properly, the drive belt may need to be adjusted; For S/N 0 - 071601075 The traction drive belt tension is adjusted by a bolt and screw system.
  • Page 21: Mower Belt Replacement

    Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT To replace the mower blade drive belt; NOTE - The traction drive belt will have to be removed before the mower blade belt can be removed. 1. Remove clutch cover plate (A, Figure 23). 2.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    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. ENGINEl BRIGGS HONDA KAWASAKI BRIGGS Engine 13 HP B&S 13 HP Honda 15 HP V-twin 16 HP B&S...
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  • Page 25 A Division of Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. 535 Macon Street/PO Box 777 McDonough, GA 30253 © Copyright 2005 All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

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