Simplicity 543777-0113-E1 Control Functions, Parking Brake, Choke, PTO Power Take Off Switch

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Control Functions

Features and Controls

Control Functions

The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.

Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height

Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock

Lever

These control the cutting height of the mower deck. Depress the pedal until it locks into the 5” (12,7 cm) position. Place the adjustment pin in the desired cutting height and release the lift lock lever.

Parking Brake

		DISENGAGE	Releases the parking brake.

Choke

Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN to open the choke.

PTO (Power Take Off) Switch

The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage.

			ENGAGE	Locks the parking brake.

Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be engaged.

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Contents OPERATOR’S MANUAL Cobalt Series30HP Zero-Turn Riders Mfg. NoDATE PURCHASED Table of Contents Operator SafetyFeatures & Controls Regular MaintenanceOperator Safety Operator SafetyOperating Safety Read the ManualThrown Objects Slope OperationMoving Parts Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Roll Bar UseOverhead Obstacles Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed AreasGeneral Operation Transporting and StorageTowed Equipment Ride-On Units EmissionsIgnition System Operating on steep slopes can be dangerousService & Maintenance Service and MaintenanceSafe Handling of Gasoline Operational Warnings Roll Bar InstructionsInspection of the Roll Bar Protective Structure Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt INSPECT BUCKLE LATCH INSPECT WEBBINGSafety Decals Safety Interlock System Operational SAFETY ChecksSafety Icons North American Safety IconsFeatures and Controls Features and ControlsIdentification Numbers CE ModelsDeck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever PTO Power Take Off SwitchControl Functions Parking BrakeIgnition Switch Hour Meter / Maintenance ReminderSeat Adjustment Lever Throttle ControlGeneral Operating Safety OperationOperation Checks Before StartingSeat Adjustment Check Tire PressuresPushing the Rider by Hand OperationMowing Height Adjustment Foot Pedal AdjustmentTo Adjust Pedal Position Figure 5. Mowing Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height Adjustment PinStopping the Rider Starting the Engine2. NOTE A warm engine may not require choking Zero-Turn Driving Practice Basic DrivingSmooth Travel Figure 7. Move Control Levers GraduallyAdvanced Driving Practice Turning Around a CornerFigure 10. Turning Around a Corner Figure 11. Turning in PlaceRaise and Lower the Roll Bar To Lower the Roll BarTo Raise the Roll Bar StorageMowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Figure 14. Proper Cutting HeightMowing Methods When and How Often to MowNote Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing How Much Grass to Cut Off When BroadcastingAttaching a Trailer Figure 17. Trailer Weight Recommendations A. Clevis Pin B. ClipProper Mulching Mulching Requires EXCELLENT Mowing ConditionsRegular Maintenance Regular MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Safety ItemsChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterChange Oil & Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark ArresterCheck Hydraulic Oil Level Change Hydraulic Oil FilterChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Figure 19. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level A. Hydraulic Oil ReservoirLubrication GreaseLubricating the Front Casters Figure 21. Deck LubricationServicing The Mower Blades Removing the Mower BladeAvoid injury! Mower blades are sharp Inspecting the Mower BladesReinstalling the Mower Blades Figure 31. Tightening the Mower Blade for InstallationC. Mower Blade Air Lift Points Up For Installation Sharpening the Mower BladeBattery Charging Battery MaintenanceNOTE This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery Cleaning the Battery and CablesGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentTo Adjust the Handle Alignment To Adjust the Handle PlacementNeutral Adjustment Return-to-Neutral AdjustmentChecking the Adjustment Figure 35. Neutral Adjustment RH side shown A. Adjustment Linkage RodParking Brake Adjustment Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt ReplacementFigure 37. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring B. Adjustment Nut Figure 38. Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement A. Pump Drive BeltSuspension Adjustment To adjust the spring pre-loadSpring loaded components can kick back causing injury To adjust the upper mounting position Rear ShocksDeck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment Checking the Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment4. To adjust the inner lift rod Refer to Figure 9. To adjust the outer lift rod Refer to FigureDeck Leveling Adjustment Deck Lift SpringRegular Maintenance NOTE Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rodMower Belt Replacement Figure 46. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler PulleyC. 1/2” Breaker Bar D. Spring Figure 47. Mower PTO Belt Routing A. Spindle Pulley B. PTO Drive BeltTroubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Rider PROBLEMTroubleshooting the Rider continued Troubleshooting the MowerRider drive belt slips Brake will not holdTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems StreakingScalping Stepped CuttingSpecifications SpecificationsDIMENSIONS Technical ManualsLINE ALONG APPROPRIATE DOTTEDANGLE OF THE SLOPE FOLDPage Product Quick Specs BELTS AND BLADES