Page 3 - Table of Contents
1 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service .........26 Troubleshooting the Tractor ..................................26Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................27Seat Adjustment ....................................................28Hopper Latch Adjustment ...........................
Page 5 - Safety Rules and Information; Slope Operation
3 Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on toosteep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or whereyou don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or rollover. A good rule of thumb is to not ope...
Page 6 - Safety Rules & Information; GENERAL OPERATION
4 Safety Rules & Information 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, ...
Page 7 - CHILDREN; WARNING
5 Safety Rules and Information CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted to theunit and the mowing activity. Never assume that childrenwill remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and unde...
Page 8 - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
6 Safety Rules & 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 before ref...
Page 9 - LE; CE Models; CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS; Identification Numbers; xxx; dB
7 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag When contacting your authorized dealer for replace-ment parts, service, or information you MUST havethese numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi-fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in thespace provided for easy acces...
Page 10 - Safety Decals; SAFETY DECALS
8 Safety Decals 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 ne...
Page 11 - CE Safety Icons / Directive Compliance; SAFETY ICONS; Operational SAFETY Checks
9 CE Safety Icons / Directive Compliance Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’sManual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwingobjects and debris. Keepbystanders away. Warning: Remove Key BeforeServicing. Remove the key and co...
Page 12 - Brake Pedal; CONTROL FUNCTIONS
10 Features & Controls Throttle/Choke Control (Single Lever Models) The throttle/choke lever controls engine speed andchoke. Move the throttle forward to increase enginespeed and back to decrease engine speed. Alwaysoperate at FULL throttle. Move the control fully forward(past the detent) to clo...
Page 14 - Operating the Tractor; GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY; Catcher Open/Close Lever; STARTING THE ENGINE
12 Features & Controls Operating the Tractor GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY Be sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation sections before attempting to operate this unit.Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stopthe unit. ADDING FUEL To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (A, F...
Page 15 - MOWING IN REVERSE; PUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HAND
MOWING IN REVERSE I f an operator chooses to mow in reverse, the RMO system can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) turn theRMO key after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illumi-nate, and the operator can then mow in reverse. Each time thePTO is disengaged the RMO needs to be re...
Page 16 - PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION; EMPTYING THE CATCHER
14 Operating the Tractor Figure 3. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake Knob Figure 4. Emptying the HopperA. Catcher Dump PedalB. Catcher Lever PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 3. To lock the parking brake, release the ground sp...
Page 17 - ATTACHING A TRAILER
15 Operating the Tractor ATTACHING A TRAILER NOTE: Remove the hopper to attach a trailer. The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444Newton. The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222Newton. This equates to a 396 lbs (180 kg) trailer on a10 degree hill. Secure the trailer with an appropriatel...
Page 18 - Removing the Mower Deck
16 Operating the Tractor Figure 6. Raising & Lowering MowerA. Mower Height adjuster / Lift LeverB. Hopper Lever A B Figure 9. Discharge TubeA. Discharge TubeB. Mower Discharge Opening A MOWER DECK REMOVAL &INSTALLATION Removing the Mower Deck 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as ...
Page 19 - Installing the Mower Deck
17 Operating the Tractor Figure 10. Mower HitchA. Tractor Hitch BracketsB. Spring-Loaded Lever A B Installing the Mower Deck 1. Park tractor, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the wheels fully tothe left. 2. From the rear with the grass catcher open pull dis- char...
Page 20 - 2 Volt Power Outlet; CAUTION
18 Operating the Tractor MULCH PLUG INSTALLATION &REMOVAL (SOME MODELS) 1. Secure plate (B, Figure 12) to the mulch plug (A) using 1/4-20 x 3/4 capscrews (D) and 1/4 lockwash-ers (C). 2. Remove the mower deck from the unit. See the unit’s Operating Instructions. 3. Insert mulch plug assembly (A,...
Page 22 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES
20 RegularMaintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. Use the hour meter to deter-mine your operating time. * Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. Refer to engine owner’s manual. ** More o...
Page 23 - Regular Maintenance; CHECK TIRE PRESSURES; K46 Maintenance; BATTERY MAINTENANCE; Cleaning the Battery and Cables
21 Regular Maintenance Size PSI bar 6-8 ,41-,55 12-15 ,8-1 20 x 10.0-815 x 6.00-6 Figure 15. Tire Pressure CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Tire Pressure should be checked periodically, and main-tained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that thesepressures may differ slightl...
Page 24 - LUBRICATION
Grease: • steering linkage• foot pedal• mower linkage• transmission idler assembly pivot• rear axle shafts (remove wheel hubs) Use grease fittings when present. Automotive lithiumgrease is recommended. Oil: • control linkage • seat adjustment assembly• brake linkage • mower deck height adjustment li...
Page 25 - LUBRICATE REAR AXLE SHAFTS
23 Regular Maintenance LUBRICATE REAR AXLE SHAFTS Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubri-cating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheelhubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes futureservice easier. 1. Turn off the ignition, turn off the PTO, engag...
Page 26 - SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES; CHECK MOWER BLADE TIMING
SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required NOTE: Replace blades and bolts in sets. 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation & Removal. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If worn or damaged, replace the blades as describedin fol...
Page 27 - SET MOWER BELT TENSION; BLADE BRAKE CHECK; PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT CHECK; ENGINE MAINTENANCE
25 Regular Maintenance A B C D Figure 25. Mower Belt TensionA. 3/8” Square Hole C. Arbor Drive Belt B. Pulley Capscrew D. Ratchet SET MOWER BELT TENSION 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 de...
Page 29 - Tractor Troubleshooting Continued; TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER
27 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Tractor Troubleshooting Continued Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 2. Belt stretched or worn. Replace with new belt. 3. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate. “frozen” i...
Page 30 - Pitch Adjustment
28 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service A Figure 27. Left Rear Wheel WellA. Hopper Latch Capscrews HOPPER LATCH ADJUSTMENT If the hopper will not latch when the lever is quicklyclosed, the latch clearance may need to be adjusted.Loosen the capscrews (A, Figure 27) and adjust theplates on both ...
Page 31 - STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENT; BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
29 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENT If there is excessive slack in the steering system, thesteering gear backlash can be removed. 1. See Figure 28. Locate the steering gear assembly on the underside of the tractor. Loosen the two nuts andadjust the bracket so the g...
Page 32 - BATTERY CHARGING; MOWER LIFT ADJUSTMENT
30 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service BATTERY CHARGING A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine maybe the result of a defect in the charging system or otherelectrical component. If there is any doubt about thecause of the problem, see your dealer. If you need toreplace the battery,...
Page 33 - PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
31 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hoursof operation. Also perform the following procedure if theclutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutchhas been installed. 1. Remove key from ignition switch and discon...
Page 34 - TRANSMISSION PURGING
32 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TRANSMISSION PURGING Purge the transmission if the unit is excessively noisy orlacks drive in forward or reverse. 1. Elevate the rear end of the tractor using a chain hoist or floor jack. Support the rear of the unit using jack-stands. Elevate the unit j...
Page 35 - MOWER ADJUSTMENTS; Cutting Height Adjustment
33 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service MOWER ADJUSTMENTS Cutting Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment lever (A, Figure 37) con-trols the mower cutting height. Push the button torelease the lever. Move the lever back to raise the deckand forward to lower it. Leveling The Mower If th...
Page 37 - Specifications; DIMENSIONS
35 Specifications ENGINE: 20 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Vanguard Horsepower 20 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 34.8 Cu. in (570 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 16 amp. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA Oil Capacity 48 Oz. (1.4 L) 18 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Strat...
Page 38 - OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
36 Parts &Accessories REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. TECHNICAL MANUALS Additional copies of this manual are available, as well asfully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of theproduct’s compo...
