Simplicity 543777-0113-E1, 5101604 Return-to-Neutral Adjustment, Regular Maintenance, B D A

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Neutral Adjustment

Regular Maintenance

Neutral Adjustment

If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, then it may be necessary to adjust the linkage rod.

1.Park the machine on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and turn off the engine.

CAUTION

This adjustment should not be performed while the machine is running.

2.The locking nuts (D, Figure 35) are to be used together to turn the rod. Loosen the jam nut that locks against the ball joint (B) and turn the linkage rod (A) to adjust:

•If the machine creeps forward, turn the rod clockwise (while standing at the rear of the machine, facing forward);

•If the machine creeps backward, turn the rod counter- clockwise (while standing at the rear of hte machine, facing foward).

3.Lock the jam nut (B) against the ball joint (C) when neutral is achieved.

4.Start the engine.

5.Disengage the parking brake and lock the ground speed control levers in the neutral position.

6.If the machine still “creeps,” repeat the Neutral Adjustment procedure. It may take several attempts to achieve neutral, depending on how much the machine creeps.

Return-to-Neutral Adjustment

Checking the Adjustment:

To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps.

1.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine.

2.Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull levers rearward and release.

3.Move the ground speed control levers out towards the neutral position. If the levers do not align with the notches in the neutral lock plate, it is necessary to adjust the neutral return rod.

B D

A

Figure 35. Neutral Adjustment (RH side shown)

A.Adjustment Linkage Rod

B.Jam Nut

C.Ball Joint

D.Locking Nuts

A

B

Figure 36. Return to Neutral Adjustment

A.Return Spring

B.Set Collar

Adjustment:

1.Loosen the set collar (B, Figure 36) locked against the return spring (A).

2.Lock the ground speed control levers in neutral.

3.Tighten set collar snug against the return spring.

4.Pull lever rearward and release to check that the lever stops aligned with notch in the neutral lock plate.

It is important to note that after every adjustment of the neutral return spring, the lever must be returned to locked position to properly check the neutral position.

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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 ManualSlope Operation Thrown ObjectsMoving Parts Roll Bar Use Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and WaterOverhead Obstacles Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed AreasGeneral Operation Transporting and StorageTowed Equipment Ride-On Units EmissionsIgnition System 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 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 PinStarting the Engine Stopping the Rider2. 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