Simplicity Cobalt 5900763 Operator's Manual

5101064Revision IRRev. Date: 07/2008TP 100-7391-IR-CB-S30HP Zero-Turn RidersMfg. No. Description5900763 Simplicity 30HP Cobalt Zero-Turn Rider with

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications8www.simplicitymfg.comOperator SafetyService and MaintenanceSafe Handling of Gasoline 1

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications9Operator SafetyRoll Bar InstructionsFor models equipped with factory-installed Ro

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecificationsInspection and Maintenance of the Roll Bar Seat Belt • The seat belt like the ROLL B

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting SpecificationsOperator Safety11Safety DecalsThis unit has been designed and manufactured to prov

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications12www.simplicitymfg.comOperator SafetySafety Interlock SystemThis unit is equipped with

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications13Features and ControlsIdentification NumbersIdentification TagWhen contacting you

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications14www.simplicitymfg.comControl FunctionsThe information below briefly describes the fun

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting SpecificationsFeatures and Controls15Ignition SwitchThe ignition switch starts and stops the eng

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications16www.simplicitymfg.comGeneral Operating SafetyBefore first time operation: • Be sure

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications17 Tire Pressure Front 25 psi (1,72 bar) Rear 15 psi (1,03 bar)Figure 2. Che

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Simplicity product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Simplicity brand. When opera

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications18www.simplicitymfg.comCFigure 5. Mowing Height AdjustmentA. Cutting Height Adjustmen

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications19Starting the Engine 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, engage the parking

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications20www.simplicitymfg.comOperationZero-Turn Driving PracticeThe lever controls of the Zer

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications21Advanced DrivingExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero TurnYour Zero Turn Rider’s unique a

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications22www.simplicitymfg.comOperationFigure 13. Raise & Lower the Roll BarA. Hair Pin

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications23OperationMowingBefore mowing, set the cutting height as described in the Operati

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications24www.simplicitymfg.comOperationWhen and How Often to MowThe time of day and condition

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications25OperationFigure 17. Trailer Weight RecommendationsA. Clevis PinB. ClipAttaching

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications26www.simplicitymfg.comMaintenance ScheduleThe following schedule should be followed fo

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications27Checking / Adding FuelTo add fuel: 1. Stop the engine and allow to cool for at

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications1Operator Safety ...2Safety Rules &

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications28www.simplicitymfg.comRegular MaintenanceFigure 19. Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelA. H

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications29Regular MaintenanceLubricationLubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figur

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications30www.simplicitymfg.comRegular MaintenanceServicing The Mower BladesRemoving the Mower

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications31Regular MaintenanceFigure 31. Tightening the Mower Blade for InstallationA. Mo

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications32www.simplicitymfg.comBattery MaintenanceNOTE: This unit is equipped with a maintenan

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications33Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentThe control levers can be adjusted in three

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications34www.simplicitymfg.comFigure 36. Return to Neutral AdjustmentA. Return SpringB. Set C

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications35Figure 37. Parking Brake AdjustmentA. Brake SpringB. Adjustment NutABParking Br

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications36www.simplicitymfg.comTo adjust the upper mounting position (Rear Shocks): 1. Park ma

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications37Measure 1stMeasure 2ndMeasure 1stMeasure 2ndInner RodOuter RodInner RodOuter Rod

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications2www.simplicitymfg.comOperator SafetyOperator SafetyOperating SafetyCongratulations on

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications38www.simplicitymfg.comFigure 43. 2 x 4 LocationsA. 1/4” SpacersFigure 44. Hanger Cha

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications39Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications40www.simplicitymfg.comTroubleshootingWhile normal care and regular maintenance will ex

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications41TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Rider continuedPROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYEngine run

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecifications42www.simplicitymfg.comTroubleshootingTroubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsPROBLEM CA

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting SpecificationsTechnical ManualsAdditional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecificationswww.simplicitymfg.com44THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEINSTRUCTIONS1. Fold this page along the

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Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications3Operator SafetySlope OperationOperation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the un

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecificationsRetaining Walls, Drop-offs, and WaterRetaining walls and drop-offs around steps and wat

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting SpecificationsFuel and MaintenanceAlways disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove th

SafetyControlsOperationMaintenanceTroubleshootingSpecificationswww.simplicitymfg.com6Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey

Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications7Towed Equipment (Ride-On Units) 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch desi