Simplicity ZT4000 Series manual Ignition Switch, Throttle Control, Ground Speed Control Levers

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Ignition Switch

The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions:

OFF	Stops the engine and shuts off the
	electrical system.
RUN	Allows the engine to run and powers the
	electrical system.
START	Cranks the engine for starting

NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine stopped-this drains the battery.

Throttle Control

The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle

Ground Speed Control Levers

These levers control the ground speed of the rider. The left lever controls the left rear drive wheel and the right lever controls the right rear drive wheel.

Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back on a lever increases the REVERSE speed.

Note: The further a lever is moved away from the neutral position the faster the drive wheel will turn.

See the Operating the Zero Turn Rider section for steering instructions.

Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder

Measures the time of the PTO being engaged. The hour meter measures the number of hours the PTO has been engaged. The hour meter will flash an initial oil change indicator at 5 hours, and a lubrication reminder every 50 hours. These reminders display for approximately two hours and will automatically reset themselves.

Note: The hour meter will register the passage of time only when the PTO is engaged. The hour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible.

Features and Controls

Seat Adjustment Lever

The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever towards the left, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat in position.

Fuel Tank Cap

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

Fuel Level Gauge

Displays the fuel level in the tank.

Retractable Seat Belt

The seat belt is used to secure the operator to the seat.

The seat belt should always be worn when using this equipment with a roll bar.

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Contents Mfg. No Description 5900765 24HP Zero-Turn Riders Mfg. No Description 590070726HP Zero-Turn Riders Date Purchased Table of Contents Children Operating SafetyRead the Manual Moving Parts Slope OperationThrown Objects Overhead Obstacles Roll Bar UseRetaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceTransporting and Storage General OperationEmissions Towed Equipment Ride-On UnitsIgnition System Operating on steep slopes can be dangerousSafe Handling of Gasoline Service and MaintenanceService & Maintenance Inspection of the Roll Bar Protective Structure Roll Bar InstructionsOperational Warnings Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt Objects Hazard Safety DecalsOperational Safety Checks Safety Interlock SystemSafety Icons North American Safety IconsCE Models Identification NumbersCE Identification Tag Markings North American ModelsChoke PTO Power Take Off SwitchParking Brake Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder Ignition SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Throttle ControlChecks Before Starting General Operating SafetyCheck Tire Pressures Seat AdjustmentPushing the Rider by Hand OperationTo Adjust Pedal Position Mowing Height AdjustmentFoot Pedal Adjustment Stopping the Rider Starting the EngineForward Travel Practice Zero-Turn Driving PracticeSmooth Travel Practice Turning In Place Practice Turning Around a CornerExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Mowing StorageMowing Recommendations Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or deathMowing Methods Proper Mulching Attaching a TrailerMulching Requires Excellent Mowing Conditions How Much Grass to MulchCheck Rider / Mower for loose hardware Maintenance ScheduleFuel Filter Checking / Adding FuelChange Oil & Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark ArresterChange Hydraulic Oil Filter Battery MaintenanceCheck Hydraulic Oil Level Grease LubricationOil Lubricating the Front CastersInspecting the Mower Blades Servicing The Mower BladesBalancing the Mower Blade Nail Reinstalling the Mower BladesSpeed Balancing Adjustment Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentTo Adjust Neutral AdjustmentReturn-to-Neutral Adjustment Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Parking Brake AdjustmentSpring loaded components can kick back causing injury Rear Suspension AdjustmentTo adjust the spring pre-load Deck Lift Rod Timing And Leveling Adjustment Mower PTO Belt Idler Arm Stationary Idler Pulley Mower Belt ReplacementTroubleshooting the Rider TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting the RiderStreaking Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsDeck HP Briggs & StrattonHydroGear PG-3H / HGM-12E Indentification Product Quick Specs