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Table of Contents : R N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n Identification Tag Location ................................................. 3 Product Identification Tag Decal ....................................... 3 Operator Safety ................................................................... 3 Operator Safety ............................................................... 3 Safety Decals ................................................................ 10 Safety Icons .........................................
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Simplicity Commerical Zero Turn Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Simplicity brand. When operated and maintained according to the manuals, your Simplicity product will provide many years of dependable service. 1 The manuals contain safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with the unit and how to avoid them.
Operating Safety Children Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Tragic accidents can occur with children. Do not allow them anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often attracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
Roll Bar Use Thrown Objects This unit has spinning mower blades. These blades can pick up and throw debris that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed and remove objects that could be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing. Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard (deflector) in place. Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If someone does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Fuel and Maintenance Preparation Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable.
• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades when not mowing. • Never operate with guards not securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly and functioning properly. • Never operate with the discharge deflector raised, removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher. • Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
Towed Equipment (Ride-On Units) • Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. • Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. • Never fuel the machine indoors. • Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for weight limit for towed equipment and towing on slopes. See attaching a trailer under OPERATION.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained personnel to service machine. • Use jack stands to support components when required. • Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy. • Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first and negative last.
1) Check to make sure the machine GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight), including attachments, restrained payload, fuel and operator, is not in excess of the maximum weight specified on the ROLL BAR label. 2) Make sure there isn’t any missing, damaged, or loose mounting hardware. 3) Make sure the ROLL BAR has been correctly and completely installed. • EVERY 100 HOURS - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure and mounting hardware for: 1) Any cracks in the structure (structural members and/or welds).
3 G N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n Safety Icons A R B Callout C D *(Qty: 1 on models with 52" mower decks; Qty: 2 on models with 61" mower decks) E F Description A Alert B Read the Manual C Amputation - Rotating Parts D Pinch Point E Fire Hazard F Amputation - Hand in Blade G Amputation - Foot in Blade H Thrown Objects I Maximum Slope Angle for Safe Operation J Overhead Obstacles K Rollover Hazard L Tipover M Keep ROPS in Raised Position 11
Callout Description N Keep Children Away O Slippery Slopes P Dropoffs Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words indicates a potential personal injury The safety alert symbol hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to designate a degree or level of hazard seriousness. A safety symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard. The signal word NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever: These control the cutting height of the mower deck. Depress the pedal until it locks into the 5” (12,7 cm) position. Place the adjustment pin in the desired cutting height and release the lift lock lever. Removable Floor Plate: The floor plate can be removed for easy access to the mower deck. To remove the plate, remove the retainer hardware and tilt the floor pan up and then remove from the machine.
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. Icon Position Fast throttle speed. Slow throttle speed. 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.
5. After warming the engine always operate the unit at FULL throttle when mowing. In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in Stopping the Rider. 6 Stopping the Rider 1. Returning the ground speed control levers to the middle position will stop rider movement. Pivot the levers outward and lock them in NEUTRAL. 2.
10 LOOK DOWN & BEHIND, then gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly BACK from neutral. Slow down and repeat. To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times. NOTE: Practice backing up for several minutes before attempting to do so near objects. The rider turns sharply in reverse as well as forward, and backing up straight takes practice.
As you become more familiar and experienced with operating the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable. 12 Remember, the more you practice, the better your control of the Zero Turn will be! Mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure that the PTO switch is disengaged, the ground speed control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is in the seat. 2. Start the engine. See Starting the Engine. 3.
• Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry. Late afternoon or early evening often provide these ideal mowing conditions. 15 • Avoid mowing after rain or even heavy dew, and never mulch when the grass is wet (moist grass does not mulch well, and clumps beneath the mower deck). Mowing Patterns Always start mowing on a smooth, level area. The size and type of area to be mowed will determine the best mowing pattern to use.
Do not use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the spring. The long grass blades, quick growth, and often wetter conditions are more suitable for broadcasting (side-discharging) or grass bagging operation. Engine Speed & Ground Speed for Mulching: Use full engine throttle matched with a slow ground speed so that clippings will be finely cut.
2. Push or pull the top of the roll bar (C) forward against the rubber stops (D) and remove the retainer pins (B). Storage 3. Lower the roll bar and reinstall the retainer pins and hair pin clips to secure the roll bar in the down position (see insert, Figure 17). WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. To raise the roll bar: 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A) out of the retainer pins (B) and remove the retainer pins. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. 2.
• Completely grease and oil unit as outlined in the Lubrication section. 19 • Clean up unit and apply paint or rust preventative to any areas where paint is chipped or damaged. Maintenance Schedule UNIT MAINTENANCE Before Each Use Check Safety Interlock System Check Rider Brakes Check Rider / Mower for Loose Hardware Check Hydraulic Oil Level 2. Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion. Note: Do not overfill.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester This series of mower has different engine options: Briggs & Stratton Commercial Turf (A, Figure 20) and Kawasaki (B). Please reference figure 20 as the location of the components listed for this procedure may vary by specific engine option. Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect for damage or carbon blockage.
Grease 22 Front caster wheel axles & yokes Transmission cradle pivots Deck lift pivot blocks Mower deck spindles Mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Not all greases are compatible. Red grease (p/n 5022285) is recommended. Automotive type, high temperature, lithium grease may be used when this is not available.
4. Repeat the process for the other side of the machine. 24 Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blades CAUTION Laceration hazard Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling, or working near, mower blades. 1. Use a block of wood to prevent the mower blade from turning as shown in Figure 27. 27 N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n 25 2. Using a wrench, remove the bolt securing the blade to the spindle. Inspecting the Mower Blades Lubricate the Front Casters 26 R Interval: Annually 1.
• The air lifts are excessively eroded (A, Figure 29) and the notch (B) is .25" (6,35 mm) deep or greater. 30 • The mower blade is broken or bent. 28 4. The mower blade should have a maximum of 1/64" (0,40 mm) cutting edge (B) or less. Balancing the Mower Blades CAUTION Thrown objects hazard 29 An unbalanced mower blade can create excessive vibration and damage the unit, or cause mower blade failure resulting in thrown debris. N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n Be sure blade is balanced before installing.
32 34 To Adjust the Handle Placement Loosen the jam nuts and adjust the placement bolt (B) in or out to properly adjust the lever end spacing. To Adjust the Handle Height N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n Seat Adjustment The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever (A, Figure 33) towards the left, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. 33 Remove the mounting hardware and reposition the handle either up or down from its original position.
WARNING DO NOT adjust the tractor for a faster overall speed forward or reverse than it was designed for. Checking Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the Specifications chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the "Max Inflation" stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction and extend tire life. needs to be adjusted in relation to the cutting height of the mower deck.
2. Remove the pedal mount hardware (C) and rotate the tab 180 degrees. 38 3. Reinstall the pedal mount hardware and tighten securely. 4. Reinstall the foot pedal on the pedal mount tab in the proper orientation as shown in Figure 39. Floor Pan Removal & Installation This unit is equipped with a removable floor pan which can be removed to provide better access to the mower deck. 1. Loosen and remove the retaining nut (A, Figure 40) that secures the floor pan to the frame of the unit.
41 42 Determining if Adjustment is Necessary: If the tractor "creeps" while the ground speed control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position, then it is necessary to adjust the neutral linkage rods. 4. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull rearward, and release. N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n NOTE: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 3.
3. Locate the parking brake springs (A, Figure 43). 44 43 3. If the measurements for the rods are equal, no further adjustment is required. If the measurements are not equal (greater than 1/8" (3.17 mm) difference), adjustment is required, continue with Adjusting the Deck Lift Rod Timing N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n Adjusting the Deck Lift Rod Timing 4. With the parking brake engaged measure the compressed spring length. The spring should measure 2-3/4" (7 cm) when compressed. 1.
3. Measure the front tip (A) of the blade from the cutting edge to the ground. 46 4. Measure the rear tip (A) of the blade from the cutting edge to the ground. • the front and rear measurements should equal 4" (10,2 cm). If the measurements are greater than 1/8" (3,17 mm) of what they should be, adjust the deck leveling. Deck Leveling Adjustment 1. Place the deck height adjustment pin in the 4" (10,2 cm) position. 2.
Deck Lift Assist Springs Some models are equipped with deck lift assist springs (A, Figure 49) that assist the operator in raising the mower deck with the deck lift pedal. The deck lift assist springs are factory set to provide optimal lifting performance. 50 49 51 N ep o ro t fo du r ct io n Although it is fastened with a multi-position anchor, this is not an adjustment point. Do NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting performance will be compromised.
Adjust the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length 53 1. Loosen the jam nut (C, Figure 54) on the eyebolt (D). 2. Turn the adjustment nut (E) until the measurement as indicated in the chart is achieved. 3. Re-tighten the jam nut. 4. Re-install the mower deck guards and the floor pan. 5. Run the mower under no-load condition for about five (5) minutes to break in the new belt.
6. Remove the old belt and replace with a new one (H). Make sure the V-side of the belt runs in the grooves of the adjustable idler pulley (I), front stationary idler pulley (J), both transmission pulleys (K) and the crankshaft pulley (L). 56 7. Reinstall the spring anchor eyebolt into the spring anchor tab and loosely fasten the adjustment nut. 8. Tighten the nut until the spring achieves a coil-to-coil measurement of 8-5/8" (21.9 cm). 9. Tighten the jam nut. 10.
WARNING Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery. • Be careful when handling the battery. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting the Rider Problem • Avoid spilling electrolyte. • Keep flames and sparks away from the battery. Cause Engine will not turn over Parking brake not or start. engaged. • When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST.
Problem Cause Remedy Engine runs, but rider will Transmission release lever(s) in "free-wheel" not drive position Rider drive belt slips Belt is broken. Replace belt. See Transmission Drive Belt Replacement. Drive belt slips. See problem and cause below. Brake is not fully released. See authorized dealer. Pulleys or belt is greasy or oily. Clean as required. Tension too loose. Remedy Blades are not sharp. Sharpen your blades. Blades are worn down too far. Replace your blades.
Problem: Uneven Cutting 23 Gross HP† Kawasaki Oil Capacity 2.2 US qt (2.1 L) w/ filter †Power Ratings: All power levels are stated gross horsepower per SAE J2723 as rated by Kawasaki and tested per the SAE J1995 test standard. The gross power curves and more information can be viewed at www.kawasaki-criticalpower.com. Cause Remedy Deck is not leveled correctly. Level the deck correctly. Blades are dull or worn. Sharpen or replace the blades. Blades are damaged. Replace the blades.
BRIGGS & STRATTON PRODUCTS WARRANTY POLICY September 2012 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specified below, it will repair or replace, free of charge, any part that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below.
California, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton Corporation Emissions Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights And Obligations The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Model Year 2012--2013 engine/equipment. In California, new small off-road engines and large spark ignited engines less than or equal to 1.0 liter must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.
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