Simplicity 300 Series manual Parking Brake Function, Hourmeter, Volt Power Outlet

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Features & Controls

Parking Brake Function

Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock

the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking brake knob (C), and then release brake pedal.

Releasing the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To

release the parking brake, fully depress the brake pedal

(B) and push the parking brake knob (C) DOWN.

Hourmeter

The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position. 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 when the key is in the RUN position, even if the engine is not running. The hour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible.

12 Volt Power Outlet

(Select Models)

CAUTION

Avoid Injury. Safe operation requires your full attention. Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating machine.

The 12-volt accessory plug is located in the left side pod (D, Figure 1). It can be used to power small electronic devices. The accessory must be rated at 9 amps or less.

Note: Operating a 12-volt accessory, especially with the engine at idle, may cause battery discharge. When not using the accessory plug it must be covered with the rubber plug to prevent moisture from causing a short circuit. Entrance of water into plug can cause a short circuit.

C

B

A

Figure 2. Engaging the Parking Brake

A. Ground Speed Pedals

B. Brake Pedal

C. Parking Brake Knob

B

 

 

1/10

HOURS

 

 

Figure 3. Hourmeter - Select Models

Automatic Controlled Traction

What is Automatic Controlled Traction?

Automatic Controlled Traction (ACT) is an exclusive feature of our transmissions that provides improved traction. ACT applies a preset amount of torque to both rear wheels even if one starts slipping (a transmission without ACT will lose traction completely if one rear wheel starts slipping). This preset torque is just enough to provide additional traction, and still allow the wheels to turn at different speeds in a tight turn without damaging the lawn.

What to Expect from Your ACT Tractor

For the most part, while using your tractor you will not notice ACT working, and you will simply become accustomed to increased traction an ACT transmission provides.

Under certain circumstances the ACT system limit can be exceeded, and one of the rear wheels may slip (for instance if trying to turn up a hill while accelerating).

This is normal. If you start to lose traction, do not speed up. Instead, slow to a stop, straighten the steering wheel, and slowly accelerate. Stopping the tractor allows the transmission to regain more traction.

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