Simplicity Lancer / 4400 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 Rules & InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of igniti

7Identification NumbersTractor ID TagMower ID TagENGINE REFERENCE DATAModel Description Name/NumberUnit MFG NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIA

8Safety DecalsSAFETY DECALSThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an indust

9CE Safety Icons / Directive ComplianceWarning: Read Operator’sManual.Read and understand theOperator’s Manual before usingthis machine.Danger: Thrown

10Features & ControlsThrottle/Choke Control (Single Lever Models)The throttle/choke lever controls engine speed andchoke. Move the throttle forwar

Attachment Lift Control LeverWhen using the mower deck, lift the deck off the groundwhile transporting to and from the job site. DO NOT cutwith the m

12Features & ControlsFigure 2. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake KnobPARKING BRAKE FUNCTIONApplying

13Operating the TractorGENERAL OPERATING SAFETYBe sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation sections before attempting to operate this u

14Operating the TractorSTOPPING THE TRACTOR & ENGINE1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral.2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving

15Operating the TractorUSING A MULCHING MOWER (40” MOWER ONLY)Benefits of Proper MulchingMulching consists of a mower deck which cuts andrecuts clippi

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16Operating the TractorFigure 5. Raising & Lowering Mower A. Mower Height AdjusterAADJUSTING MOWER CUTTINGHEIGHTThe cutting height adjustment kno

17Operating the TractorMOWER DECK SERVICE ACCESSPivoting the Mower Deck Up1. Engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stopthe engine, and remove t

18Operating the TractorSTORAGEBefore you store your unit for the off-season, read theMaintenance and Storage instructions in the SafetyRules section,

19RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. Use the hour meter to det

BLADE BRAKE CHECKService Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & SpringMower blades and mower drive belt should come to acomplete stop within five sec

21Regular MaintenanceBATTERY MAINTENANCECleaning the Battery and CablesService Interval: Every 100 Hours1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, neg

22Regular MaintenanceLUBRICATIONService Interval: Every 25 HoursGrease:• steering linkage• foot pedal• mower linkage• transmission idler assembly pivo

23Regular MaintenanceLUBRICATE AXLE SHAFTSService Interval: YearlyWe recommend removing the wheel hubs and lubricatingthe axle shafts yearly. This pr

24Regular MaintenanceSERVICING THE MOWER BLADESService Interval: Every 100 Hours or As RequiredNOTE: Mower blades must be timed perpendicular toeach o

25Regular MaintenanceCHECK MOWER BLADE TIMING - 40” MOWERSService Interval: Yearly1. Turn the PTO to the off position, engage the parkingbrake, turn t

OPERATOR’SMANUALHydro TractorsMfg. No. Description1694106 Lancer, 15HP Hydro (CE)1694255 4416, 15HP Hydro (CE)1694292 Lancer, 17HP Hydro1694294 4417,

26Troubleshooting,Adjustment, & ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged o

27Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceTroubleshooting the Tractor — ContinuedSYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTIONTractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch is out

28Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 21. Seat AdjustmentA. Seat Adjustment LeverB. Transmission Release LeverSEAT ADJUSTMENTSeat Slide

29Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceSTEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT1. Use a suitable punch to remove the roll pin at thebase of the steering wheel (

30Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServicePTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTCheck the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hourbreak-in period and then aft

31Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceMOWER ADJUSTMENTSLeveling The MowerIf the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling.Unequal or improper t

32Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 28. Front-To-Back Leveling - 40” ModelsA. Front NutB. Rear NutC. Mower BracketD. Adjustment RodBCAD

33Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceMOWER BELT REPLACEMENT40” Mower PTO Belt Replacement1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on

34Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on asmooth, level

35Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 36. Mower Deck Drive Belt Routing All ModelsA. Arbor Drive Pulley (V-sided)B. Idler Pulley (Flat-si

36Specifications, Parts, &AccessoriesModel:Mfg. No.:Your Name:Address:City, State, Zip:Visa/Mastercard No.:Card Expiration Date:NOTE: Specificatio

MANUFACTURING, INC.500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997Port Washington, WI 53074-0997www.simplicitymfg.comBriggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group

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2Safety Rules & InformationTP 600-2459-08-UV-SMAOperating SafetyCongratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn andgarden equipment

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