Simplicity 14HP - Manual

GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thr...

5 Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an industry leader in outdoor power equipmentmanufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructionsit contains will provide you with the necessary basick...

REF NAME FUNCTION A Mower Lift Lever Raises mower into transport position. B Fuel Tank 2 gal. (7.6L) see-through tank for fuel level reading. C Ignition Switch Starts and stops the engine. D Auto-Levelling Rod TM Allows mower hitch (E) to raise and lower around very tight corners while mower remains...

7 Features & Controls REF NAME FUNCTION A Fuel Tank 2 gal. (7.6L) see-through tank for fuel level reading. B Ignition Switch Starts and stops the engine. C Battery 12 volt, 340 amp battery recharged by engine alternator D Throttle/Choke Cable Controls engine speed and choke position. See engine ...

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Your rider is equipped with a seat switch safety systemthat will automatically shut the engine off when the oper-ator leaves the seat with the ground speed control leverin gear or PTO engaged. Once the engine has stopped,the electric PTO switch must be turned off after operat...

9 Operation GENERAL Before operating this rider for the first time, the ownershould operate in an open area without mowing, tobecome accustomed to the unit. The left side of themower can be used to trim close to objects. Be sure toread all information in the Safety and Operation sectionsbefore attem...

10 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING 1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweights if required. See SLOPE OPERATION in the SafetyRules section. Make sure any slopes are withinrequired limits. 2. Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructionsand...

11 Operation WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be han-d l e d w i t h c a r e . N e v e r f i l l t h e t a n k w h e n t h eengine is still hot from recent operation. Do notallow open flame, smoking or matches in thearea. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL OPE...

1. If you are ready to mow, lower the mower from the transport position using lever (A, figure 11) and setthe mowing height using the Dial-A-Cut TM Control (E, figure 11). 2. Set the engine speed control lever (M, figure 2) for full speed. 3. Use the PTO switch (G, figure 2) to engage the PTO.4. Rel...

13 Mowing Patterns & Tips GENERAL For the first use of the mower, choose a smooth levelarea. Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly. The size and type of area to be mowed determines thebest mowing pattern to use. Obstructions such as trees,fences and buildings must also be considered. Whe...

15 RAISING THE SEAT DECK To gain access to the engine compartment, simply raisethe seat deck forward. CHECKING/ADDING GASOLINE Check the gas gauge/cap to be sure there is enoughgasoline to complete the job. To add gasoline, removethe gas gauge/cap. Do not overfill. Leave room in thetank for fuel exp...

16 Normal Care *2397 LUBRICATION Lubricate the rider and mower as shown in figures 13 -18. When a grease gun is shown, wipe the fitting clean,apply two or three shots of lithium base automotive *2388B Figure 13. Brake Pedal Pivot Point Figure 17. Front Axle Lubrication Points Figure 16. Rider Lubric...

17 Figure 19. BatteryA. Positive Battery Terminal C. Vent Tube B. Negative Battery Terminal D. Holddown Strap Figure 20. Removing The Blade Figure 21 Balancing The Blade *169 BATTERY MAINTENANCE Checking the Battery Fluid 1. Raise the seat deck. 2. Remove battery filler cap. Fluid must be even with ...

19 Storage TEMPORARY STORAGE(30 Days Or Less) Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline,so never store the rider indoors or in any other areawhere fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuelvapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the rider inany structure used for huma...

21 GENERAL This section of the manual provides troubleshooting andrepair instructions for the more common and easily cor-rected problems. For other problems, it is recommendedthat you contact your dealer. Locate the problem thatbest describes the trouble that you have encountered.Check the possible ...

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25 SEAT ADJUSTMENT Use the lever to adjust the seat forward or rearward forbest rider comfort. BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Brake Adjustment - Gear Models 1. Place the transmission in gear and release the park- ing brake. 2. Move the brake lever (B) forward. There should be a 1/8" gap between the lever (B) ...

26 Figure 30. Steering Gear Adjustment *2401 WARNING Mower blades are sharp. Turn the mower drivebelt to rotate blades into position or wear protec-tive gloves to protect against injury. STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENT If there is excessive slack in the steering system, thesteering gear can be reindexed to...

Front-To-Back Levelling 1. Make sure mower is level side-to-side and that rear rollers are on the ground. 2. Position blade(s) front-to-back. Measure the distance from the ground to front tip of blade(s), and fromground to rear tip of blade(s). On 30” mower, the front tip should be level to 1/8” (3 ...

Figure 36. Mower Belt Replacement - 34”A. Idler Pulley Arm D. Capscrews B. Idler Pulley E. Arbor Cover C. PTO Pulley RIDER DRIVE BELT Replacement of the riderdrive belt requires removal ofthe transmission and carrier frame. Should the drive beltever fail, contact your dealer for replacement. MOWER B...

ENGINE 11 HP I/C — Briggs & Stratton Horsepower 10.5 HP @ 3600 rpm Cylinders 1 Bore 3.44 In. (87 mm) Stroke 3.06 In. (77 mm) Displacement 28.4 Cu. In. (465 cc) Construction Cast Iron Sleeves, Aluminum Crankcase Electrical 12 Volt, 3 Amp D.C. Unregulated Battery: System 200 Cold Cranking Amps, 23...

31 Specifications DIMENSIONS Rider Overall Length 61 In. (155 cm) Overall Width- w/30 mower 38.5 In. (97.8 cm) - w/34 mower 45.5 In. (115.6 cm) - at rear wheels 33 In. (83.8 cm) Height at- steering wheel 41 In. (104.1 cm) - seat back 35 In. (88.9 cm) - engine cover 28 In. (71.1 cm) Wheel Base 43 In....

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