Simplicity RT Series manuel d'utilisation

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  • Page 1

    OPERA T OR’S MANU AL 16HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description 1694315 Baron, 16HP Hydro (CE) 1694329 Baron, 16HP Hydro (CE) 1694346 2416H, 16HP Hydro (CE) 17HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description 1694482 Baron, 17HP Hydro (CE) 1694485 2417H, 17HP Hydro (CE) 1694505 RD1740, 17HP Hydro (CE) 18HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description 1694328 Baron, 18[...]

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    1 T roub leshooting, Adjustment & Service .........22 Troubleshooting the Tractor ..................................22 Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................23 Seat Adjustment ....................................................24 Hopper Latch Adjustment .....................................24 Steering Gear Adjustment ....[...]

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    2 GENERAL OPERA TION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the unit (local regulations [...]

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    3 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. 2. Be alert and turn unit [...]

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    4 Safety Rules & Information SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. Never fuel the machine indoors. 5. Ne[...]

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    5 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locatio[...]

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    6 Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipm[...]

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    7 CE Safety Icons / Directive Compliance Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Warning: Remove Key Before Servicing. Remove the key and consult techni- cal literature before perfor[...]

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    8 Features & Controls Throttle/Choke Contr ol (Single Lever Models) The throttle/choke lever controls engine speed and choke. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle. Move the control fully forward (past the detent) to close the choke. Close the choke for cold startin[...]

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    PT O Switch The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- gages attachments that use the PTO. To engage the PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to disengage. Note that the operator must be seated firmly in the trac- tor seat for the PTO to function. Ignition Switch The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions: OFF [...]

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    10 Features & Controls Operating the T ractor GENERAL OPERA TING SAFETY Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. ADDING FUEL To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 2). 2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. [...]

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    PUSHING THE TRA CT OR BY HAND 1. Disengage the PTO and turn the engine off. 2. Pull the transmission release back approximately 2- 1/2” (6 cm) to lock into released position (Figure 2). 3. The tractor can now be pushed by hand. 11 ST OPPING THE TRA CT OR & ENGINE 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral. 2. Disengage the PTO and wait [...]

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    12 Operating the T ractor Figure 3. Engaging the Parking Brake A. Ground Speed Pedals B. Brake Pedal C. Parking Brake Knob Figure 4. Emptying the Hopper A. Catcher Dump Pedal B. Catcher Lever P ARKING BRAKE FUNCTION Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 3. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake ped[...]

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    13 Operating the T ractor A TT A CHING A TRAILER NOTE: Remove the hopper to attach a trailer. The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444 Newton. The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222 Newton. This equates to a 396 lbs (180 kg) trailer on a 10 degree hill. Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 8) and clip ([...]

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    14 Operating the T ractor Figure 9. Raising & Lowering Mower A. Attachment Lift C. Hopper Lever B. Cutting Height Control B C A Figure 12. Discharge Tube A. Rubber Strap A MO WER DECK REMO V AL & INST ALLA TION Removing the Mo wer Dec k 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as a con- crete floor. Turn off PTO switch and engine, remo[...]

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    15 Operating the T ractor Figure 13. Mower Hitch A. Tractor Hitch Brackets B. Spring-Loaded Lever A B Installing the Mower Dec k 1. Park tractor, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the wheels fully to the left. 2. Place mower height adjuster (B, Figure 9) in the low- est cutting position. Place the mower lift leve[...]

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    16 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PR OCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. Use the hour meter to deter- mine your operating time. * Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. Refer to engine owner’s manual. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or [...]

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    17 Regular Maintenance Size PSI bar 6-8 ,41-,55 12-15 ,8-1 20 x 10.0-8 15 x 6.00-6 Figure 15. Tire Pressure CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Tire Pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the s[...]

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    Grease: • steering linkage • foot pedal • mower linkage • transmission idler assembly pivot • rear axle shafts (remove wheel hubs) Use grease fittings when present. Automotive lithium grease is recommended. Oil: • control linkage • seat adjustment assembly • brake linkage • mower deck height adjustment linkage • manual lift leve[...]

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    19 Regular Maintenance LUBRICA TE REAR AXLE SHAFTS Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubri- cating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes future service easier. 1. Turn off the ignition, turn off the PTO, engage the parking brake, and block the front tires[...]

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    SER VICING THE MO WER BLADES Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required NOTE: Replace blades and bolts in sets. 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation & Removal. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If worn or damaged, replace the blades as described in following steps. 3. To remove the blade, use a woo[...]

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    21 Regular Maintenance A B C D Figure 25. Mower Belt Tension A. 3/8” Square Hole C. Arbor Drive Belt B. Pulley Capscrew D. Ratchet SET MO WER BEL T TENSION Service Interval: Yearly 1. Turn the PTO to the off position, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off, and remove the key. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower deck removal”). 2. Remove[...]

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    22 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes and re[...]

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    23 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service T ractor T roubleshooting Continued Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 2. Belt stretched or worn. Replace with new belt. 3. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate. “frozen” in declutched position. Brake will not hold.[...]

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    24 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service A Figure 27. Left Rear Wheel Well A. Hopper Latch Capscrews HOPPER LA TCH ADJUSTMENT If the hopper will not latch when the lever is quickly closed, the latch clearance may need to be adjusted. Loosen the capscrews (A, Figure 27) and adjust the plates on both sides of the back plate as needed. SEA T ADJ[...]

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    25 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENT If there is excessive slack in the steering system, the steering gear backlash can be removed. 1. See Figure 28. Locate the steering gear assembly on the underside of the tractor. Loosen the two nuts and adjust the bracket so the gear teeth are closely meshed. 2. Tighten nuts t[...]

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    26 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service B A TTER Y CHARGING A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical component. If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see your dealer. If you need to replace the battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the Batte[...]

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    27 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PT O CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour break-in period and then after every 250 hours of opera- tion. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed. 1. Remove key from ignition switch an[...]

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    28 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TRANSMISSION PURGING Purge the transmission if the unit is excessively noisy or lacks drive in forward or reverse. 1. Elevate the rear end of the tractor using a chain hoist or floor jack. Support the rear of the unit using jack- stands. Elevate the unit just high enough for the rear wheels to clear th[...]

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    29 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service MO WER ADJUSTMENTS Cutting Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment lever (A, Figure 35) con- trols the mower cutting height. Push the button to release the lever. Move the lever back to raise the deck and forward to lower it. Leveling The Mo wer If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling[...]

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    30 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PT O BEL T REPLA CEMENT 1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key. 2. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower deck removal”). Remove the belt covers. 3. Note [...]

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    31 Specifications ENGINE: 16 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek 31F777 Horsepower 16 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 31 Cu. in (500 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 16 amp. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA Oil Capacity 1.75 qt. ( 1.6L) 17 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek 31F777 Horsepower 17 @ 3600 rp[...]

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    32 Parts & Accessories REPLA CEMENT P ARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. TECHNICAL MANU ALS Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D illustrations[...]

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    MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 2003 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.[...]