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Simplicity 2690444, 2690445, 5100723 Operation, GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY, CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

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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.

Operation

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

• Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. 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, and make certain you can reach all controls from operator’s position.

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

	WARNING			WARNING
	Never operate on slopes greater than 15°.			Do not load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or
	Select slow ground speed before driving onto a			truck using two separate ramps. Only use a
				single ramp that is at least one foot wider than
	slope. Use extra caution when operating on
				the width of the rear wheels of this rider. This
	slopes with a rear-mounted grass catcher.
				rider has a zero turning radius and the rear
	Mow across the face of slopes, not up and
				wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider
	down, use caution when changing directions
				could tip over i juri g the operator or
	and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
				bystanders.

	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		xc ss
	grease. Do not stop or park tractor ov		dry
		Reproduction

leaves, grass or combustible mat rials.

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.

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Contents

21HP Z -TurnRiders Mfg. No. D scription CitationReproductionSeries 23HP Zero-TurnRiders Page Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Identification Numbers Safety Decals Safety Icons & Interlock System Operating Safety Read the ManualReproduction Children Slope Operation Thrown Objects Moving Parts Roll Bar Use Retaining Walls, Drop offs, and Water Overhead Obstacles Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed Areas GENERAL OPERATION TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE SLOPE OPERATION TOWED EQUIPMENT (RIDE-ONUNITS) CHILDREN EMISSIONS IGNITION SYSTEM Safety Rules and Information Safety Rules & Information ROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT North American CE Models (Only) SAFETY DECALS Operational SAFETY Checks Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Parking Brake Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever Throttle Control Choke Ground Speed Levers PTO (Power Take Off) Switch Ignition Switch Operation GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY STOPPING THE RIDER Smooth Travel Forward Travel Practice Reverse Travel Practice Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place Executing an End-Of-RowZero Turn RAISE & LOWER THE ROLL BAR AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLL OVER: Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat belt THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHEN THE ROLL BAR IS DOWN Lower the roll bar only when necessary and NEVER remove it Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting Height of Grass When and How Often to Mow Operation Mowing Patterns Proper Broadcast Mowing Proper Mulching SAFETY ITEMS Before Every Spring Each CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Tire Pressure Figure 14. Checking Tire Pressure CHECKING / ADDING FUEL Lubricating the Front Casters Cleaning the Battery and Cables SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES Figure 22. Removing the Blade Mower blades are sharp. For your personal safety, do not handle mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of TROUBLESHOOTING THE RIDER PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS SEAT ADJUSTMENT GROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT Seat Adjustment Figure 25. Seat Adjustment Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Do not adjust the spring to be shorter than 1-15/16”(4,9 cm) when compressed. This may damage the brake mechanism Figure 28. Parking Brake Adjustment REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT POSITION #1 POSITION #2 (FACTORY SET) To adjust the spring pre-load: Blade Brake Check RETURN-TO-NEUTRAL NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT Figure 33. Neutral Adjustment (RH side shown) A. Adjustment Linkage Rod Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT Figure 36. Check Lift Rod Timing Figu e Adjust Lift Rod Timing Figure HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 8 3/8” (21,2 cm) Figure 40. Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS Figure 41. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler Pulley 21 HP Briggs HydroGear PG-3H / HGM-12C 23 HP Briggs BELTS AND BLADES: & Stratton 48” Mower 23 HP Briggs & Stratton 52” Mower