Simplicity 1694377 Operator's Manual

Print VendorInstructionsHow to use this fileOperator’s ManualsPaper Size: • 11x17• Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent• Cover - on pre-

6Safety DecalsSAFETY DECALSThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an indust

7CE Safety Icons / Directive ComplianceWarning: Read Operator’sManual.Read and understand theOperator’s Manual before usingthis machine.Danger: Thrown

8Features & ControlsPlease take a moment and familiarize yourself with thename, location, and functionof these controls so that youwill better und

9OperationSeat Adjustment LeverThe seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever,position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lockth

10OperationSAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEM TESTSThis unit is equipped with safety interlockswitches and other safety devices. These safety sys-tems are present

11OperationFigure 2. Release Lever - Hydro ModelsRelease LeverSTOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral.2. Dis

12OperationUSING A MULCHING MOWERBenefits of Proper MulchingMulching consists of a mower deck which cuts andrecuts clippings into tiny particles and t

13OperationMOWER INSTALLATION & REMOVALNOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on ahard, level surface such as a concrete floor.1. Turn the f

14OperationFigure 7. Mower Cutting Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height LeverB. Fine Tuning AdjustmentADJUSTING MOWER CUTTINGHEIGHT 40”The cutting hei

15OperationRegular MaintenanceTire PressureFront12 - 15 psi (82 - 103 kPa)Rear10 - 12 psi (56 - 82 kPa)TIRE PRESSURETire pressure should be checked pe

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16Figure 8. Gas Tank Located Under HoodHood recessRAISING THE HOOD & SEAT1. To raise the hood, grasp the hood recess (Figure 8)on top, then pivot

Figure 11. Lubricating Tractor Grease AxleShafts YearlyFigure 12. Arbor Lubrication PointsFigure 10. Lubricate Deck Linkage (38” shown)17Regular Maint

18Regular MaintenanceLUBRICATE REAR AXLE SHAFTSService Interval: YearlyWe recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubri-cating the axle shafts year

19Regular MaintenanceBATTERY MAINTENANCECleaning the Battery and Cables1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negativecable(s) first (A, Figure 15

20Regular MaintenanceSERVICING THE MOWER BLADESService Interval: Every 100 Hours or As RequiredNOTE: Mower blades must be timed perpendicular toeach o

21Regular MaintenanceCHECK MOWER BLADE TIMING - 40” MOWERSService Interval: Yearly1. Turn the PTO to the off position, engage the parkingbrake, turn t

22Regular MaintenanceCHECK MOWER BELT TENSION - 40” MOWERSService Interval: Yearly1. Turn the PTO to the off position, engage the parkingbrake, turn t

23Notes

24Troubleshooting,Adjustment, & ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged o

25Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceTractor Troubleshooting Cont.Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch/brake is out of adjustment. See Adjustme

OPERATOR’SMANUAL1726999Revision 06Revision Date 11/2005TP 100-4089-06-RG-SMA18HP Hydro TractorsMfg. No. Description1694656 Regent, 18HP Hydro1694659 R

26Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceBATTERY CHARGINGA dead battery or one too weak to start the engine maybe the result of a defect in the cha

01BRAKE & BRAKE SPRINGADJUSTMENT 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block thewheels, remove the ignition key, and engage theparking brake.2. R

28Figure 30. Front-to-Back Adjustment Nut - 38” & 44”A. Outside Nut C. Adjustment NutB. Eccentric NutTroubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceMOW

29Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 31. Mower Deck Belt Routing - 38” DeckA. Belt Guides B. Idler Pulley Belt Guide38” & 44” MOWERS

30Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service40” Mower PTO Belt Replacement1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on asmooth, level surface

31Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on asmooth, level

32Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceTRACTOR DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT1. Park the tractor on a level surface. Disengage thePTO, turn off the engin

33SpecificationsENGINE:18* HPMake Briggs & StrattonModel INTEK, 31H777Horsepower 18 @ 3600 rpmDisplacement 30.59 Cu. in (501 cc)Electrical System

34Parts and AccessoriesReplacement PartsReplacement parts are available from your authorized dealer.Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts.Snowth

Lawn Care& Mowing InformationLC-1HOW AND WHEN TOWATER, FERTILIZE &AERATEMost lawns are watered too often,but with too little water. Howevertoo

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LC-2Lawn Care & Mowing InformationWHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOWThe time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’llget when mo

1Table of ContentsSafety Rules...2General Operation ...

2GENERAL OPERATION1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the unit before starting.2. Do not put hands or feet near rotat

3CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted to theunit and the mowing ac

4Safety Rules & InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of igniti

5Identification NumbersTractor ID TagMower ID TagWhen contacting your authorized dealer for replace-ment parts, service, or information you MUST havet