Simplicity CE Models - Manuals

2 GENERAL OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening atall times. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instr...

4 Safety Rules and Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers.3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool beforerefuel...

5 Safety Rules & Information ROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONS For models equipped with factory-installed Roll OverProtection System (ROPS). OPERATIONAL WARNINGS • Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the raised position. • Never use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down position. • Rem...

Identification Numbers Identification Numbers E N G I N E R E F E R E N C E DATA Unit Part Number P RO D U C T R E F E R E N C E DATA Unit SERIAL Number Dealer Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Model Mower Deck Part Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number Engine Type/Spec. Engine Code/Serial Number S S...

8 SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured toprovide you with the safety and reliability you wouldexpect from an industry leader in outdoor powerequipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructionsit contains will provide you with the necessary basickno...

9 Safety Icons & Interlock System SAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.These safety systems are present for your safety, do notattempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamperwith safety devices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks...

Features & Controls 10 CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowingrequire the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequenceof controls to use for va...

Operation 12 GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY Before first time operation: • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate thistractor and mower. • Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. • Drive in an open area without mowing to...

WARNING If you do not understand how a specific controlfunctions, or have not yet thoroughly read theFEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor withoutfirst becoming familiar with the location andfunction of ALL controls. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. While sitting in...

Operation ZERO TURNDRIVING PRACTICE The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive,and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of therider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will takesome practice. Spending some time going through the maneuversshown and becoming familiar wit...

ADVANCED DRIVING Executing an End-Of-Row ZeroTurn Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turnin place allows you to turn around at the endof a cutting row rather than having to stopand Y-turn before starting a new row. For example, to execute a left end-of rowzero turn: 1. Slow down at the end of ...

Operation WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLLOVER: Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seatbelt. THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHENTHE ROLL BAR IS DOWN Lower the roll bar only when necessary andNEVER remove it. Do NOT use seat belt when the roll bar is down. Raise the roll ba...

STORAGE Before toy store your unit for the off-season, read theMaintenance and Storage instructions in the SafetyRules section, then perform the following steps: • Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, & remove the key. 17 Operation Figure 10. Trailer Weight RecommendationsA. Clevis PinB. Cl...

18 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record ofyour operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded bythe hour meter. SAFETY ITEMS...

Tire Pressure Front 25 psi (1,72 bar) Rear 15 psi (1,03 bar) Figure 11. Checking Tire Pressure CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Tire pressure should be checked periodically, andmaintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note thatthese pressures may differ slightly from the “MaxInflation” stamped on the side-w...

20 Regular Maintenance LUBRICATION Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 13through 16 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes• deck lift pivot blocks• mower deck spindles• mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present. Disass...

Regular Maintenance Figure 18. Battery CompartmentA. Positive (+) Cable & TerminalB. Negative (-) Cable & TerminalC. Reservoir Mounting HardwareD. Hydraulic Oil ReservoirE. Hydraulic Oil Filter WARNING Be careful when handling the battery. Avoidspilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks aw...

22 Regular Maintenance Figure 20. Balancing The Blade Figure 21. Installing The BladeA. Blade BoltB. Flat Washer Nail SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES 1. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in the followingsteps. 2. To remove blade for sharpening, use a ...

23 Troubleshooting Adjustments & Service TROUBLESHOOTING While normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged or constant usemay eventually require that service be performed toallow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the...

24 Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. 4. Brake is no...

26 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Figure 25. Parking Brake AdjustmentA. Brake SpringB. Adjustment Nut PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. 2. Raise the seat plate. 3. Locate the brake spring (A, Figure 25). 4...

27 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT The shock assembly can be adjusted in two ways toallow the operator to customize the ride according tooperator’s weight and/or operating conditions. You havethe option of adjusting the spring pre-load and/or theupper mounting po...

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service 28 WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments onlywith engine stopped, key removed and tractor onlevel ground. B A C A B B B Figure 27. PTO Clutch AdjustmentA. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown)B. Adjustment Nut Figure 28. Adjust PTO ClutchA. Wi...

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Figure 29. Neutral Spring Return AdjustmentA. ClevisB. Jam NutC. Neutral Return Rod RETURN-TO-NEUTRALADJUSTMENT To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutralreturn, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn ...

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service 31 DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1,03 bar); fronttires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2. To check the lift rod timing, measure ...

33 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Figure 39. Mower PTO Belt RoutingA. Spindle PulleyB. PTO Drive BeltC. Spring-loaded Idler PulleyD. Stationary Idler Pulley B A Figure 38. Mower PTO BeltA. Idler ArmB. Stationary Idler Pulley B MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level ...

34 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: 21 HP* Briggs Make Briggs & Stratton Model 385777 Horsepow...