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  • Page 1 • Pages labeled with the text “THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK” are placement pages ONLY, and should NOT be printed. ————————————————————————————————————————————––– If you have further questions on how to utilize this file, please contact Simplicity Technical Publications Department at (414) 284-8650.
  • Page 2 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK...
  • Page 3 Replacement OPERATOR’S MANUAL Broadmoor / 1600 / 2600 Series 14HP Hydro Lawn Tractors 16HP Hydro Lawn Tractors Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description 1692414 Broadmoor 14HP V-Twin Hydro 1692420 Broadmoor 16HP Hydro 1692416 Broadmoor 14HP Hydro 1692428 Broadmoor 16HP Hydro (Export) 1692422 Broadmoor 14HP V-Twin Hydro (Export) 1692436...
  • 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 1998, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Long Term Storage.............21 Engine exhaust from this product contains chemi- Starting After Storage ............22 cals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. © Copyright 1996 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed In USA. TP 100-2010-04-BM-SMA...

  • Page 6: Tractor & Mower Identification

    Tractor & Mower Identification IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS MODEL REFERENCE Record your model number, manufacturer number and Model Number: engine serial number in the space provided for easy ref- erence. The tractor I.D. tag is located on the left-side, front of the frame, as shown below. The mower deck I.D. Manufacturer Number: tag is also on the left side, on top of the mower deck.

  • Page 7: Safety Rules

    Safety Rules Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of rider, 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. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
  • Page 8 Safety Rules CHILDREN b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to not smoke. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to c) Never refuel the unit indoors.

  • Page 9: Decals

    Safety Decals GENERAL All WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your tractor and mower should be carefully read and This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect instructions are not followed.

  • Page 10: Features & Controls

    Features & Controls TRACTOR CONTROLS NAME FUNCTION Choke (Twin Cylinder Only) Pull out to close choke. Aids in starting a cold engine. Engine Speed Control Lever Controls engine speed. On single cylinder models, push fully forward to close choke. For warm starts & stopping, move control lever to START/STOP position. Headlight Switch Push front down to turn headlight on, push back to turn headlight off.

  • Page 11: Tractor & Mower Features

    Features & Controls TRACTOR & MOWER FEATURES *1956 Figure 4. Tractor & Mower Features - Hydro Model Shown REF. NAME FUNCTION Transmission Release Lever Disengages transaxle in order to push tractor by hand. See PUSHING TRACTOR BY (Hydro models only) HAND in the Operation section.

  • Page 12: Engine Compartment

    Features & Controls ENGINE COMPARTMENT ? W & 5 ? 7 @ H J @ 5 ? 7 @ H ? ? J @ 5 ? 7 @ H J @ 5 ? ? W & @ H ? ? 7 @ 5 J @ ( Y 7 @ H ? ? J @ H...

  • Page 13: Safety Interlock System

    Features & Controls SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Your tractor is equipped with a seat switch safety system that will automatically shut the engine off when the oper- ator leaves the seat with the transmission control lever in gear or PTO engaged. Once the engine has stopped, the electric PTO switch must be turned off after operator returns to the seat in order to start the engine.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation GENERAL WARNING Never allow passengers to ride on the unit. Before operating this tractor for the first time, the owner should operate in an open area without mowing, to become accustomed to the unit. The left side of the WARNING mower can be used to trim close to objects.

  • Page 15: Mower Removal

    Operation NOTE: On 38” mowers, push idler arm towards right side *1961 of tractor to relieve belt tension. On 44” mowers, pull idler arm towards you (left side of tractor) to relieve belt tension. MOWER REMOVAL WARNING Stop engine and remove key. Do not engage PTO until mower is completely removed and operator is seated.

  • Page 16: Clutch/Brake Pedal Operation

    Operation CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION *1957 1. See figure 12. Depressing the pedal to position A dis- engages the transmission drive. On hydro models, depressing the pedal also returns the transmission control lever to neutral. Fully depressing the pedal to position B applies the tractor brake. 2.

  • Page 17: Stopping The Tractor

    Operation *1953 Figure 13. Tractor Controls - Hydro Model Shown G. Neutral Indicator Light (Green) A. Choke (Twin Cylinder only) H. PTO Indicator LIght (Red) B. Engine Speed Control Lever PTO Switch C. Headlight Switch Ground Speed Control Lever D. Headlight Indicator Light (Blue) K.

  • Page 18: Pushing The Tractor By Hand

    Operation PUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HAND WARNING Do not tow the tractor. Damage will result to the Hydro Models transmission/transaxle. 1. With engine off and key removed, use the PTO switch (I, figure 13) to disengage the PTO. 2. Place the mower in the transport position (up) using the mower lift lever (M, figure 13).

  • Page 19: Mowing Pattern & Tips

    Mowing Patterns & Tips GENERAL • For dry conditions where grass blow-out is a problem: a. Use sharp blades. For the first use of the mower, choose a smooth level b. Raise deck so the front is even with, or 1/8” lower area.
  • Page 20 Mowing Patterns & Tips • Change the mowing pattern each time. The Best Combination • If mulching baffles are removed, the original deflector We recommend that you experiment with the height of must be in operating position for safe side-discharge cut position and tractor ground speed that will give you mowing.

  • Page 21: Normal Care

    Normal Care SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by multiplying the time it takes to do one job by the number of times you’ve done the job, or you can install the optional hour meter.

  • Page 22: Lubrication

    Normal Care LUBRICATION Lubricating the Tractor Lubricate the tractor as shown in figures 15 - 20. When a off excess grease. When an oil can is shown, wipe the grease gun is shown, wipe the fitting clean, apply two or area clean, apply a few drops of oil (SAE 30), then wipe three shots of lithium base automotive grease, and wipe up drips or spills.

  • Page 23: Lubricating The Mower

    Normal Care *1959 *1980 Figure 20. PTO Lubrication *1979 Figure 19. Front Axle Lubrication Points LUBRICATING THE MOWER Lubricate the mower as shown in figures 21 & 22. Also lubricate grease fittings on the mower idler pulley and arbors (underneath the mower deck). Use an oil can with medium weight (SAE 30) oil.

  • Page 24: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Normal Care *2137A *2542 Figure 23. Battery Figure 24. Removing The Blade A. Positive Battery Terminal C. Hold Down Rod *169 B. Negative Battery Terminal D. Battery Clamp 4. Clean the battery terminals and cable clamps with a wire brush and battery post terminal cleaner. 5.

  • Page 25: Storage

    Storage WARNING Never store the tractor, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an explosion. Handle gasoline carefully.

  • Page 26: Starting After Storage

    Storage 11. Transport the tractor to a suitable, dry, indoor loca- 2. Install the battery if it was removed. tion. If the tractor is to be stored 6 months or longer, 3. Unplug the exhaust outlet and air cleaner. block the tractor up off the wheels to relieve weight 4.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting & Repair

    Troubleshooting & Repair adjustment (engine speed control). See engine manual. GENERAL 2. Carburetor adjusted incorrectly. See engine manual. WARNING 3. Spark plug(s) faulty, fouled, or incorrectly gapped. Clean and gap or replace. See engine manual. To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the tractor or mower only when the engine is Engine knocks.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting The Mower

    Troubleshooting & Repair Drive belt does not stop when clutch/brake 4. Belt installed incorrectly. See Belt Replacement. pedal depressed. Excessive belt breakage. 1. Belt stops or belt tension out of adjustment. See 1. Belt tension too tight. Adjust belt tension. Tractor Drive Belt in Belt Replacement section.

  • Page 29: Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery

    Troubleshooting & Repair 3. Wear safety glasses and shield eyes and face from WARNING batteries at all times. Be sure vent caps are tight. Place damp cloth over vent caps on both batteries. Keep open flames and sparks away from the bat- tery;...
  • Page 30 Troubleshooting & Repair **1582 THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES ? O 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 K ? O 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 K ? W 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 K O &...

  • Page 31: Adjustments

    Adjustments *1972 *2133A *2135 2-7/8" LEVER Figure 28. Seat Adjustment WARNING Figure 29. Brake Adjustment - Gear Models A. Brake Rod D. Adjustment Nut To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments B. Brake Cam Lever E. Spring Adjustment Nut only with engine stopped, key removed and trac- C.

  • Page 32: Neutral Adjustment - Gear Models

    Adjustments 4. The brake rod spring (D) should measure 2-7/8” *2136 when compressed. Turn the adjustment nut (E) as necessary to obtain correct spring length. Control NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT - GEAR MODELS If the tractor is in gear with the transmission control speed lever positioned in the neutral gate, perform the following adjustment.

  • Page 33: Mower Adjustments

    Adjustments MOWER ADJUSTMENT 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. Leveling The Mower If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut.

  • Page 34: Belt Replacement

    Belt Replacement *2133 CAUTION To avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts over pulleys. TRACTOR DRIVE BELT - GEAR MODELS 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine and lock the parking brake.

  • Page 35: Tractor Drive Belt - Hydro Model

    Belt Replacement 12. See figure 37. Check belt routing around engine pul- *2358 ley, idler pulleys, and transaxle pulley. Check that the electric clutch, drag link and idler pulley spring are all correctly installed. 13. Start tractor engine and check operation of belt by placing transmission lever in gear and engaging/dis- engaging the clutch/brake pedal.

  • Page 36: Mower Belt-To-Pto Belt

    Belt Replacement MOWER DECK-TO-PTO BELT *1976 NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the mower to install a new belt. However, for easier access mower can be removed. See Mower Removal in the Operation section. 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor.

  • Page 37: Mower Arbor Belt - 44" Deck

    Belt Replacement *1978 *1977 V-Sided Pulley Flat-Sided Pulley V-Sided Pulley V-Sided Pulley Figure 43. Mower Deck Drive Belt Routing - 44" Deck A. Arbor Drive Pulley (V-sided) B. Idler Pulley (Flat-sided) 4. Remove four additional capscrews securing right- Figure 42. Mower Deck - 44" hand arbor cover (B).

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE 15 HP Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton 14 HP & 16 HP Briggs & Stratton Model Vanguard Make Briggs & Stratton Horsepower 15 HP @ 3600 rpm Model...
  • Page 39 Specifications Control Single Lever, Release DIMENSIONS Lever for Manual Tractor Movement, Continuously Variable, Forward & Reverse, Tractor without Braking Overall Length 67 In. (170.2 cm) Speeds Forward: 0 - 5.5 MPH (0 - 8 km/h) Overall Width 35 In. (88.9 cm) @3400 RPM Reverse: 0 - 3.5 MPH (0 - 5.6 km/h) Height...

  • Page 40: Parts & Accessories

    DESCRIPTION PART NO. proper procedures and safety precautions are followed. For • Simplicity Engine Oils assistance in any area, see your dealer. Case of 12 qts. (Your dealer has 1 qt. cans) -SAE 5W-30 SF/CD (Cold Weather 30° & under)

  • Page 41: Optional Accessories

    Parts & Accessories OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES See your dealer to purchase these items. Turbo Clean Sweep Twin Catcher Clean Sweep Twin Catcher Turbo Quad Bagger™ Dethatcher Dump Cart 42" Snow Plow/Dozer Blade For snow removal and light dozing 36", 40” & 42" Snowthrower of dirt, gravel, etc.

  • Page 42: International Symbols

    International Symbols Parking Brake Fast Lights Oil Pressure Choke Slow Engine Running Operator Present Forward Switch (Seat) PTO Engaged Reverse...
  • Page 43 Notes...
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