Simplicity ZT2561F Operator's Manual

Print Instructions for Print Vendors (Paper Manuals)OPERATOR’S MANUALTOTAL PAGE COUNT: Less than 80Paper Size: • 11 x 17• Body - 50 lbs brilliant whit

603SAFETY DECALSThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an industry leader i

703Identification NumbersIdentification NumbersENGINE REFERENCE DATAUnit Model NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIAL NumberDealer NameDate Purch

Features & Controlsof the Zero Turn RiderCONTROL FUNCTIONSThe information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, s

Features & ControlsSAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEMThis unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.These safety systems are present for your safety, do

Operatingthe Zero Turn RiderGENERAL OPERATING SAFETYBefore first time operation:• Be sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation sections

WARNINGIf you do not understand how a specific controlfunctions, or have not yet thoroughly read theFEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.Do NOT

Operating the Zero Turn RiderZERO TURNDRIVING PRACTICEThe lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive,and learning to gain a smooth and effic

ADVANCED DRIVINGExecuting an End-Of-Row ZeroTurnYour Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turnin place allows you to turn around at the endof a cutting

Operating the Zero Turn RiderSTORAGETemporary Storage (30 Days Or Less)Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline,so never store the uni

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RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURESThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will nee

CHECKING / ADDING FUELTo add fuel:1. Remove the fuel cap (see A, Figure 2).2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This willallow for fuel

Oil:• control handle pivots• floor plate hinge • discharge chute hinge Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled wherecontact is made with oth

1900Regular MaintenanceABTIGHTENFigure 14. Balancing The BladeFigure 15. Installing The BladeA. Blade BoltB. Flat WasherNailSERVICING THE MOWER BLADES

20TroubleshootingAdjustments & ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged or

2100Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceRider Troubleshooting Continued.PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYEngine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valv

SEAT ADJUSTMENTSee Figure 16. The seat can be adjusted forward andback. Move the lever forward, position the seat asdesired, and release the lever to

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service2300NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTIf the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed controllevers are locked in NEUTRAL, tha

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service2400Figure 22. Parking Brake AdjustmentA. Lower Brake SpringB. Adjustment NutsC. Adjustment LinkACBPARKING BR

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceAFigure 24. Suspension Height AdjustmentA. Height Adjustment BoltB. Jam NutB2500FRONT SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTTh

OPERATOR’SMANUAL22987Revision 04Rev. Date: 1/2004TP 100-7085-04-SL-DStallionZero-Turn Riding Mowerwith 4-Wheel Independent SuspensionModel Number: Des

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service2600PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTCheck the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 50 hourbreak-in period and then af

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceCUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTThe cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 27) controlsthe mower cutting height. T

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceHYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELTREPLACEMENT1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as aconcrete floor. D

MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as aconcrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage theparking brake, turn off the

3000Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceBATTERY SERVICEChecking Battery VoltageA voltmeter can be used to determine condition of bat-tery. When e

3100To StarterSwitchStartingVehicleBatteryTo GroundTo Starter SwitchDischargedVehicle BatteryEngineBlockTHIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLESMAKE

Lawn Care& Mowing InformationTYPES OF GRASS, CLIMATE ANDCONDITIONSA variety of grasses are commonly grown in householdlawns, but two main groups k

LC-2Lawn Care & Mowing InformationHOW HIGH TOMOW THE GRASSOften cutting height is amatter of personal prefer-ence. Typically, you shouldmow the gr

LC-3Lawn Care & Mowing InformationWhere possible, make one or two passes around theoutside of the area discharging the grass INTO the lawnto keep

LC-4Lawn Care & Mowing InformationMOWING METHODSProper Broadcast MowingBroadcasting, or side-discharging, disperses fine clip-pings evenly over th

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LC-5Lawn Care & Mowing InformationTIPS On Dealing With ClippingsClippings are beneficial to your lawn. A common mis-conception about clippings is

LC-6Lawn Care & Mowing InformationStepped CuttingStepped cutting is sharp ridges or uneven levels left inthe lawn surface. Stepped cutting is usu

LC-7Lawn Care & Mowing InformationStingersStingers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behindthe mower. Stingers are usually caused by operato

LC-8Common International SymbolsTechnical ManualsAdditional Technical Literature AvailableOperators ManualsAdditional copies of this manual are availa

LC-9Notes

Table of ContentsSafety Rules & Information ...2Identification Numbers ...7Featur

201TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDOPERATION• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.• Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light,keeping away from h

301TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDSafety Rules & InformationOperation - Con’t.• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the bladeswhen not mowing.• Never operat

00TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDSafety Rules & InformationCHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert tothe presence of children. Childr

500TP 600-7124-01-UV-FDSafety Rules & InformationWARNINGSTORED ENERGY DEVICE: Improper release ofsprings can result in serious personal injury.Spr