Simplicity 1695395 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’SMANUAL23HP Hydro TractorsMfg. No. Description2690638 Conquest, 23HP 4WD & 44” Mower2690656 Conquest, 23HP & 44” Mower (CE)2690657 YT

8Safety DecalsSafety DecalsThis unit has been designed and manufactured to provideyou with the safety and reliability you would expect froman industry

9CE Safety IconsDecal - CuttingHeightPart No. 1723470Decal - CuttingHeightPart No. 1723847Decal - CuttingHeightPart No. 1721197TransmissionReleasePart

10Features & ControlsThrottle ControlThe throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttleforward to increase engine speed and back to decreaseeng

PTO SwitchThe PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages anddisengages attachments that use the PTO. To engagethe PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN todis

12Features & ControlsFigure 2. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake KnobParking Brake FunctionApplying

13Features & ControlsDashboard Display & FunctionsDisplay ItemsRefer to Figure 3.A. FUEL LEVELIndicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. L

Starting The Engine1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress thebrake pedal or set the parking brake.2. Make sure that your feet are not

15Operating the TractorFigure 4. Transmission Release Lever & Fuel TankA. Fuel Tank CapB. Transmission Release LeverBADriving The Tractor1. Sit in

16Operating the TractorAdjusting Mower Cutting HeightThe cutting height is infinitely adjustable betweenapproximately 1” and 3-5/8” (2,5-9,2 cm).Elect

17Operating the TractorStorageBefore you store your unit for the off-season, read theMaintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rulessection,

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18RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURESThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. Check Ti

19Regular MaintenanceFigure 8. Clean Oil CoolerA. Oil CoolerABattery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables1. Disconnect the cables from the batte

20Troubleshooting &AdjustmentTroubleshootingWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged or constant

21Troubleshooting & AdjustmentTroubleshooting the Tractor (Continued)PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDYBrake will not hold. Internal brake worn. See authoriz

22Troubleshooting & AdjustmentFigure 10. Seat AdjustmentA. Seat Adjustment LeverB. Carriage Bolt, Spacer, Washer, and NutC. Seat SpringACBBattery

23Troubleshooting & AdjustmentFigure 11. Pivoting Gauge Wheel AdjustmentA. Hair Pin (Upper Position)B. Hair Pin (Lower Position)C. Gauge Wheel Br

24SpecificationsENGINE23 HP* Briggs & StrattonMake Briggs & StrattonModel Twin Vanguard (386777)Horsepower 23Displacement 38 cu in. (622 cc)El

Parts &Accessories25Replacement PartsReplacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine service parts.Snowthrower CabS

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1Regular Maintenance...18Maintenance Schedule...18Checking Tire Pressures

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www.AGCOLawn.comwww.MasseyLawn.comwww.snapper.comwww.simplicitymfg.comBriggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLCP. O. Box 702Milwaukee, WI U. S.

2Safety Rules & InformationOperating SafetyCongratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn andgarden equipment. Our products are de

3Safety Rules and InformationSlope OperationYou could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on toosteep an incline. Using the unit

4Safety Rules & InformationGENERAL OPERATION1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the unit before starting.2. Do no

5Safety Rules and InformationCHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted

6Safety Rules & InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of igniti

7Identification NumbersTractor ID TagMower ID TagWhen contacting your authorized dealer forreplacement parts, service, or information you MUSThave the