Simplicity 5101604 Ignition Switch, Throttle Control, Ground Speed Control Levers, Headlight

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Ignition Switch

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.

Headlight

The headlight switch turns the headlights on and off.

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 the Roll Bar is in the raised position. The seat belt should never be worn when the Roll Bar is in the down position.

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Contents Cobalt Series OPERATOR’S MANUAL30HP Zero-Turn Riders Mfg. NoDATE PURCHASED Operator Safety Table of ContentsFeatures & Controls Regular MaintenanceOperator Safety Operator SafetyOperating Safety Read the ManualMoving 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 INSPECT BUCKLE LATCH INSPECT WEBBING Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt Safety Decals Operational SAFETY Checks Safety Interlock System Safety Icons North American Safety IconsFeatures and Controls Features and ControlsIdentification Numbers CE ModelsPTO Power Take Off Switch Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock LeverControl Functions Parking BrakeHour Meter / Maintenance Reminder Ignition SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Throttle ControlOperation General Operating SafetyOperation Checks Before StartingCheck Tire Pressures Seat AdjustmentPushing the Rider by Hand OperationFoot Pedal Adjustment Mowing Height AdjustmentTo Adjust Pedal Position Figure 5. Mowing Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height Adjustment Pin2. NOTE A warm engine may not require choking Starting the EngineStopping the Rider Basic Driving Zero-Turn Driving PracticeSmooth Travel Figure 7. Move Control Levers GraduallyPractice Turning Around a Corner Advanced DrivingFigure 10. Turning Around a Corner Figure 11. Turning in PlaceTo Lower the Roll Bar Raise and Lower the Roll BarTo Raise the Roll Bar StorageMowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Figure 14. Proper Cutting HeightWhen and How Often to Mow Mowing MethodsNote Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing How Much Grass to Cut Off When BroadcastingFigure 17. Trailer Weight Recommendations A. Clevis Pin B. Clip Attaching a TrailerProper Mulching Mulching Requires EXCELLENT Mowing ConditionsRegular Maintenance Regular MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Safety ItemsFuel Filter Checking / Adding FuelChange Oil & Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark ArresterChange Hydraulic Oil Filter Check Hydraulic Oil LevelChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Figure 19. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level A. Hydraulic Oil ReservoirGrease LubricationLubricating the Front Casters Figure 21. Deck LubricationRemoving the Mower Blade Servicing The Mower BladesAvoid injury! Mower blades are sharp Inspecting the Mower BladesFigure 31. Tightening the Mower Blade for Installation Reinstalling the Mower BladesC. Mower Blade Air Lift Points Up For Installation Sharpening the Mower BladeBattery Maintenance Battery ChargingNOTE This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery Cleaning the Battery and CablesSpeed Balancing Adjustment Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentTo Adjust the Handle Alignment To Adjust the Handle PlacementReturn-to-Neutral Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentChecking the Adjustment Figure 35. Neutral Adjustment RH side shown A. Adjustment Linkage RodHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Parking Brake AdjustmentFigure 37. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring B. Adjustment Nut Figure 38. Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement A. Pump Drive BeltTo adjust the spring pre-load Suspension AdjustmentSpring loaded components can kick back causing injury To adjust the upper mounting position Rear ShocksChecking the Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment4. To adjust the inner lift rod Refer to Figure 9. To adjust the outer lift rod Refer to FigureDeck Lift Spring Deck Leveling AdjustmentRegular Maintenance NOTE Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rodFigure 46. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler Pulley Mower Belt ReplacementC. 1/2” Breaker Bar D. Spring Figure 47. Mower PTO Belt Routing A. Spindle Pulley B. PTO Drive BeltTroubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Rider PROBLEMTroubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting the Rider continuedRider drive belt slips Brake will not holdStreaking Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsScalping Stepped CuttingSpecifications SpecificationsDIMENSIONS Technical ManualsALONG APPROPRIATE DOTTED LINEANGLE OF THE SLOPE FOLDPage BELTS AND BLADES Product Quick Specs