Simplicity 543777-0113-E1, 5101604 Operation, General Operating Safety, Checks Before Starting

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Operation

Operation

Operation

General Operating Safety

Before first time operation:

•Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower.

•Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

•Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit.

WARNING

Operating on steep slopes can be dangerous.

•Never operate on slopes greater than 15°.

•Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a rear- mounted grass catcher.

•Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON A SLOPE.

WARNING

•Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.

•Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

•To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do NOT stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.

•Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do NOT allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

Checks Before Starting

•Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick (B, Figure 1). See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

•Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight.

•Adjust the seat position (C), and make certain you can reach all the controls from operator’s position.

•Fill the fuel tank (A) with fresh fuel. Refer to the engine manual for fuel recommendations.

•Make sure the fuel valve (D) is in the “ON” position.

	D
	C
B	A
B

Figure 1. Pre-start Checks

A.Fuel Tank Cap

B.Crankcase Oil Fill

C.Seat Adjustment Lever

D.Fuel Valve (shown in “ON” position)

WARNING

•Do NOT load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning radius and the rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip over injuring the operator or bystanders.

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Contents 30HP Zero-Turn Riders OPERATOR’S MANUALCobalt Series Mfg. NoDATE PURCHASED Features & Controls Table of ContentsOperator Safety Regular MaintenanceOperating Safety Operator SafetyOperator Safety Read the ManualSlope Operation Thrown ObjectsMoving Parts Roll Bar Use Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and WaterOverhead Obstacles Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed AreasGeneral Operation Transporting and StorageIgnition System Towed Equipment Ride-On UnitsEmissions Operating on steep slopes can be dangerousService and Maintenance Service & MaintenanceSafe Handling of Gasoline Roll Bar Instructions Operational WarningsInspection of the Roll Bar Protective Structure Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt INSPECT BUCKLE LATCH INSPECT WEBBINGSafety Decals Safety Icons Safety Interlock SystemOperational SAFETY Checks North American Safety IconsIdentification Numbers Features and ControlsFeatures and Controls CE ModelsControl Functions Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock LeverPTO Power Take Off Switch Parking BrakeSeat Adjustment Lever Ignition SwitchHour Meter / Maintenance Reminder Throttle ControlOperation General Operating SafetyOperation Checks Before StartingPushing the Rider by Hand Seat AdjustmentCheck Tire Pressures OperationTo Adjust Pedal Position Mowing Height AdjustmentFoot Pedal Adjustment Figure 5. Mowing Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height Adjustment PinStarting the Engine Stopping the Rider2. NOTE A warm engine may not require choking Smooth Travel Zero-Turn Driving PracticeBasic Driving Figure 7. Move Control Levers GraduallyFigure 10. Turning Around a Corner Advanced DrivingPractice Turning Around a Corner Figure 11. Turning in PlaceTo Raise the Roll Bar Raise and Lower the Roll BarTo Lower the Roll Bar StorageHeight of Grass MowingMowing Recommendations Figure 14. Proper Cutting HeightNote Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing Mowing MethodsWhen and How Often to Mow How Much Grass to Cut Off When BroadcastingProper Mulching Attaching a TrailerFigure 17. Trailer Weight Recommendations A. Clevis Pin B. Clip Mulching Requires EXCELLENT Mowing ConditionsMaintenance Schedule Regular MaintenanceRegular Maintenance Safety ItemsChange Oil & Filter Checking / Adding FuelFuel Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark ArresterChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Check Hydraulic Oil LevelChange Hydraulic Oil Filter Figure 19. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level A. Hydraulic Oil ReservoirLubricating the Front Casters LubricationGrease Figure 21. Deck LubricationAvoid injury! Mower blades are sharp Servicing The Mower BladesRemoving the Mower Blade Inspecting the Mower BladesC. Mower Blade Air Lift Points Up For Installation Reinstalling the Mower BladesFigure 31. Tightening the Mower Blade for Installation Sharpening the Mower BladeNOTE This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery Battery ChargingBattery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and CablesTo Adjust the Handle Alignment Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment To Adjust the Handle PlacementChecking the Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentReturn-to-Neutral Adjustment Figure 35. Neutral Adjustment RH side shown A. Adjustment Linkage RodFigure 37. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring B. Adjustment Nut Parking Brake AdjustmentHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Figure 38. Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement A. Pump Drive BeltSpring loaded components can kick back causing injury Suspension AdjustmentTo adjust the spring pre-load To adjust the upper mounting position Rear Shocks4. To adjust the inner lift rod Refer to Figure Deck Lift Rod Timing AdjustmentChecking the Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment 9. To adjust the outer lift rod Refer to FigureRegular Maintenance Deck Leveling AdjustmentDeck Lift Spring NOTE Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rodC. 1/2” Breaker Bar D. Spring Mower Belt ReplacementFigure 46. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler Pulley Figure 47. Mower PTO Belt Routing A. Spindle Pulley B. PTO Drive BeltTroubleshooting the Rider TroubleshootingTroubleshooting PROBLEMRider drive belt slips Troubleshooting the Rider continuedTroubleshooting the Mower Brake will not holdScalping Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsStreaking Stepped CuttingDIMENSIONS SpecificationsSpecifications Technical ManualsANGLE OF THE SLOPE LINEALONG APPROPRIATE DOTTED FOLDPage Product Quick Specs BELTS AND BLADES