Simplicity 1691339 Operator's Manual

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REF NAME FUNCTIONA Mower Height Control Lever Controls mower cutting height.B Lift Lever, Hydraulic Lifts and lowers attachments.C Lift Lever, Dual (O

7Features & Controls*2374SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMYour tractor is equipped with a seat switch safety systemthat will automatically shut the engine o

8OperationGENERALBefore operating this tractor for the first time, the ownershould operate in an open area without mowing, tobecome accustomed to the

93. The mower drive shaft connects to the tractor driveshaft by a series of retracting balls located under thelocking ring (A, figure 5). When the loc

10CHECKS BEFORE STARTING1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweightsif required. See SLOPE OPERATION in the SafetyRules section. Make sure any

4. To set parking brake depress brake pedals, pull park-ing brake knob (C) out, then release pedals.5. Push hydraulic lift lever forward to lower atta

12Mowing Patterns & TipsFor the first use of the mower, choose a smooth levelarea. Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly.The size and type

See Every Every EverySafety Items Page 5 Hours 25 Hours 100 Hours*Or YearlyCheck safety interlock system. 7 ●Check tractor brakes. 24 ●Normal Care It

14LUBRICATIONTractor & Mower Lubrication Lubricate the tractor and mower as shown in figures 10 -18. When a grease gun is shown, wipe the fitting

15Normal CareFigure 16. Mower Belt Idler (Grease fitting locatedunder rubber plug on arbor cover)*1684Figure 18. Mower Arbor*1606Figure 17. Mower Driv

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16Cleaning the Battery and Cables1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negativecable first (B, figure 22).2. Remove the battery clamp, then remov

SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES1. Remove mower from the tractor.2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents.If not, sharpen blades as described i

18StorageTEMPORARY STORAGE(30 Days Or Less)Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline,so never store the tractor indoors or in any other

1911. Transport the tractor to a suitable, dry, indoor loca-tion. If the tractor is to be stored 6 months or longer,block the tractor up off the wheel

GENERALThis section of the manual provides troubleshooting andrepair instructions for the more common and easily corrected problems. For other problem

214. Transmission fluid low. Add as required. Check forleaks.5. Transmission oil too hot. Check transmission coolingfins for grass or clippings and cl

22battery properly. If there is any doubt about the cause ofthe problem, see your dealer. If you need to replace thebattery, follow the steps under Cl

23Troubleshooting & RepairWARNINGAny procedure other than the preceding couldresult in: (1) personal injury caused by elec-trolyte squirting out t

24Parking Brake Adjustment1. Set the parking brake.2. Measure length of spring as shown in figure 27.Measure along centerline of spring. Measurementsh

FRONT CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTBurnishing The ClutchBefore the front clutch is used for the first time, it shouldbe burnished as follows. Also, if mower cut i

ReplacementOPERATOR’SMANUALSunStar / 1900 / 2900 Series18HP Hydro TractorsMfg. No. Description1692521 SunStar, 18HP Hydro1692523 1918H, 18HP Hydro1692

26AdjustmentsFigure 30. Idler BracketA. Idler Pulley C. StopB. Bracket D. Slotadjust, proceed to step 7.7. See figure 28. Loosen both jam nuts (B) on

CAUTIONTo avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts overpulleys.27Belt ReplacementTRACTOR PTO BELTS1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as

28SpecificationsENGINE18 HP KohlerModel Command OHVHorsepower 18 HP @ 3600 rpmCylinders 2Bore 3.03 In. (77 mm)Stroke 2.64 In. (67 mm)Displacement 38 C

CHASSISFrame Side Rail Construction; Electrically Welded HeavyGuage SteelPower Take-Off Points: Front & Rear (Opt.)Engine Mounting Above Front Axl

30Parts & AccessoriesCOMMON REPLACEMENT PARTSListed below are the more common replacement parts. Onlygenuine factory replacement parts will assure

31Parts & AccessoriesOPTIONAL ACCESSORIESSee your dealer to purchase these items.Loader & BucketTurbo Wide Body Cart CollectorDump Cart40” &am

32FastSlowOperator PresentSwitch (Seat)PTO EngagedParking BrakeChokeEngine RunningLightsOil PressureForwardReverseInternational Symbols

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TRACTOR & MOWER IDENTIFICATION ...2SAFETY RULES...3SAFETY DECALS ...

2Tractor & Mower IdentificationRecord your model number, manufacturer number andengine serial number in the space provided for easy ref-erence. Th

GENERAL OPERATION• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the unit before starting.• Only allow responsible adults, who are

4CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert tothe presence of children. Children are often attracted tothe unit and the mowing ac

5Safety DecalsThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an industry leader in