Simplicity Regent Series Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Print Vendor How to use this file Operator’s Manuals Instructions Paper Size: • 11x17 • Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent • Cover - on pre-printed two tone “Swash” stock. Press: • Body - 1 color, 2-sided •...
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Page 3 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Regent / 500 / 2500 Series 18HP Hydro Tractors 18HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description 1694656 Regent, 18HP Hydro 2690446 2518H, 18HP Hydro (CE) 1694659 Regent, 18HP Hydro (CE) & 40” Mower Deck 1694660 518H, 18HP Hydro 2690453 Regent, 18HP Hydro 1694665...
Page 4 M A N U F A C T U R I N G , I N C . 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 2005 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Lubrication ............17 Safety Rules ............2 Lubricating Rear Axle Shafts ........18 General Operation ..........2 Transmission Identification ........19 Transportation & Storage ........2 Transmission Service..........19 Slope Operation ............3 Battery Maintenance ..........19 Children..............3 Servicing the Mower Blades .........20 Emissions..............3 Check Mower Blade Timing - 40” Mowers ....21 Ignition System ............3 Check Mower Belt Tension - 40”...
Page 6: Safety Rules
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 7: Slope Operation
Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.
Page 8: Service & Maintenance
Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained sources of ignition. outdoors. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 14.
Page 9: Identification Numbers
XXXX LpA: XXX dB(A) Model Description Name/Number Vibration @ Wheel: XXX m/s² Vibration @ Seat: XXX m/s² Simplicity Mfg. Inc. Port Washington, WI USA 53074-0997 Unit MFG Unit SERIAL Number Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck MFG Number...
Page 10: Decals
Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect these instructions are not followed.
Page 11: Ce Safety Icons
CE Safety Icons / Directive Compliance SAFETY ICONS Warning: Read Operator’s Danger: Dismemberment. Manual. This machine can amputate limbs. Read and understand the Keep bystanders and children away Operator’s Manual before using when engine is running. this machine. Danger: Dismemberment. Danger: Thrown Objects.
Page 12: Features, Controls, & Operation
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 operating instructions pro- vided in this manual. Trans. Release Lever on Rear Of Tractor CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls.
Page 13: Parking Brake
Operation Brake Pedal Seat Adjustment Lever Depressing the brake pedal applies the tractor brake. The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. Ground Speed Pedals The tractor’s forward ground speed is controlled by the for- Transmission Release Valve Lever...
Page 14: Safety Interlock System
Operation GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY SAFETY INTERLOCK Be sure to read all information in the Safety and SYSTEM TESTS Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. This unit is equipped with safety interlock Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop switches and other safety devices.
Page 15: Stopping The Tractor & Engine
Operation STOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE WARNING 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral. Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to 2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to bystanders. Tragic accidents can occur if the stop.
Page 16: Using A Mulching Mower
Operation USING A MULCHING MOWER Benefits of Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and then blows them down into the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products that your lawn can use. Under proper conditions your mulching mower virtually elimi- nate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface.
Page 17: Mower Installation & Removal
Operation MOWER INSTALLATION & REMOVAL WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1.
Page 18: Adjusting Mower Height 40
Operation ADJUSTING MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT 40” The cutting height adjustment lever (A, Figure 7) controls the mower cutting height and has five positions. When using the mower deck, lift the deck off the ground while transporting to and from the job site. DO NOT cut with the The lower four mower in the raised, transport position.
Page 19: Regular Maintenance
Regular Operation Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. Use the hour meter to deter- mine your operating time. Before Every Every Every Every Spring SAFETY ITEMS Each Use 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours 250 Hours &...
Page 20: Raising The Hood & Seat
Regular Maintenance RAISING THE HOOD & SEAT Hood recess 1. To raise the hood, grasp the hood recess (Figure 8) on top, then pivot the hood up and forward. 2. To raise the seat for battery access, tilt the seat for- ward.
Page 21: Lubrication
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 10- 12 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys.
Page 22: Lubricating Rear Axle Shafts
Regular Maintenance LUBRICATE REAR AXLE SHAFTS WARNING PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM FALLING UNIT Always use a properly working lifting device with a capacity suitable for the weight of the unit being serviced. Always use a jack stand to support the unit while performing service, and chock remaining wheels to prevent the unit from rolling off the supports.
Page 23: Transmission Identification
Regular Maintenance TRANSMISSION IDENTIFICATION Several service procedures within this book are identified by, and vary by, transmission type. To determine what transmission is in your tractor, check the identification tag attached to the axle of the transmission (Figure 14), or check your tractor’s parts book. TUFF TORQ K61 10010101 10010101010...
Page 24: Servicing The Mower Blades
Regular Maintenance 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. WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with a hex/spline washer and spring washer, then securely tightened.
Page 25: Check Mower Blade Timing - 40" Mowers
Regular Maintenance CHECK MOWER BLADE TIMING - 40” MOWERS Service Interval: Yearly 1. Turn the PTO to the off position, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off, and remove the key. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower deck removal”). 2.
Page 26: Check Mower Belt Tension - 40" Mowers
Regular Maintenance CHECK MOWER BELT TENSION - 40” MOWERS WARNING Mower blades are sharp. For your personal safety, do not handle mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. Service Interval: Yearly 1.
Page 27 Notes...
Page 28: Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use the tractor or mower only when the engine is may eventually require that service be performed to stopped and the parking brake engaged.
Page 29: Chart - Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Tractor Troubleshooting Cont. Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch/brake is out of adjustment. See Adjustments Section. 2. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 3. Belt stretched or worn. Replace with new belt. 4. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate.
Page 30: Battery Charging
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service BATTERY CHARGING WARNING Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery; the gasses coming from it are highly explosive. Ventilate the battery well during charging. A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical component.
Page 31: Brake & Brake Spring Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service BRAKE & BRAKE SPRING Spring Length ADJUSTMENT 1-11/16” to 1-3/4” 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the parking brake. 2. Remove the mower deck (see Mower Deck Removal).
Page 32: Mower Adjustments
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key, then disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug. MOWER ADJUSTMENTS Leveling The Mower If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling.
Page 33: Blade Brake Check
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 38” & 44” MOWERS 6. Arrange the blades so they face front-to-back 7. Measure the distance from the ground to the front and rear tips of each blade. The measurement should be equal for both blades. Front tips should be equal Belt Covers not to rear tips or within 1/8"...
Page 34: 40" Mower Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 40” Mower PTO Belt Replacement 1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key. 2.
Page 35: 40" Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 35. Release Cogged Belt Tension A. 3/8” Ratchet and Extension Figure 34. Mulching Deck (Belt Covers Removed) A. Idler Assembly Capscrew B. Spring-Loaded Idler Assembly C. Belt D. Square Hole 40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement 1.
Page 36: Tractor Drive Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TRACTOR DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT NOTE To avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts over pulleys. 1. Park the tractor on a level surface. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Remove the key.
Page 37: 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. ENGINE: CHASSIS: Fuel Tank Capacity 2.0 Gallons (7.5 L) 18* HP Rear Wheels Tire Size: 20 x 8-8 Turf Type...
Page 38: Parts & Accessories
Parts and Accessories Replacement Parts Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. Maintenance Items Many convenient and helpful service and maintenance items are available from you authorized dealer. Some of these items include:...
Page 39: Lawn Care
Lawn Care & Mowing Information HOW AND WHEN TO HOW TO WATER YOUR LAWN The best method of watering a lawn WATER, FERTILIZE & is to imitate a slow, soaking rain, AERATE applying about 1 inch of water. HOW TO FERTILIZE YOUR LAWN Most lawns are watered too often, but with too little water.
Page 40: When And How Often To Mow
Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOW The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: G Mow when the grass is between 3”-4” (7,5-10 cm) high. G Mow with sharp blades.

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Simplicity Regent Series Operator's Manual

Safety Rules

Identification Numbers

Features, Controls, & Operation

Regular Maintenance

Warning

Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service

Specifications

Parts & Accessories

Lawn Care

Mowing Information