Simplicity 2690444 Manuel de l'opérateur

Print VendorInstructionsHow to use this fileOperator’s ManualsPaper Size: • 11x17• Body - 50 lbs brilliant white offset or equivalent• Cover - on pre-

6Safety Rules & InformationWARNINGFailure to properly inspect and maintain the seatbelt can cause serious injury or death.INSPECTION AND MAINTENAN

Identification NumbersIdentification NumbersENGINE REFERENCE DATAUnit Part NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIAL NumberDealer NameDate Purchased

8SAFETY DECALSThis unit has been designed and manufactured toprovide you with the safety and reliability you wouldexpect from an industry leader in ou

9Safety Icons & Interlock SystemSAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEMThis unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.These safety systems are present for yo

Features & Controls10CONTROL FUNCTIONSThe information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, an

Features & Controls11Fuel Tank CapTo remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.Fuel Level GaugeDisplays the fuel level in the tank.Hour Meter / Mainte

Operation12GENERAL OPERATING SAFETYBefore first time operation:• Be sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation sections before attempting

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

OperationZERO TURNDRIVING PRACTICEThe lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive,and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of ther

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

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OperationWARNINGAVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLLOVER:Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seatbelt.THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHE

STORAGEBefore toy store your unit for the off-season, read theMaintenance and Storage instructions in the SafetyRules section, then perform the follow

18Regular MaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a re

Tire PressureFront 25 psi (1,72 bar)Rear 15 psi (1,03 bar)Figure 11. Checking Tire PressureCHECK TIRE PRESSURESTire pressure should be checked periodi

20Regular MaintenanceLUBRICATIONLubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 13through 16 as well as the following lubrication points.Grease:•

Regular MaintenanceFigure 18. Battery CompartmentA. Positive (+) Cable & TerminalB. Negative (-) Cable & TerminalC. Reservoir Mounting Hardwar

22Regular MaintenanceFigure 20. Balancing The BladeFigure 21. Installing The BladeA. Blade BoltB. Flat WasherNailSERVICING THE MOWER BLADES1. Blades s

23TroubleshootingAdjustments & ServiceTROUBLESHOOTINGWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged or

24Rider Troubleshooting Continued.PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYEngine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close.no

25Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceSEAT ADJUSTMENTSee Figure 22. The seat can be adjusted forward andback. Move the lever towards the left, po

OPERATOR’SMANUALCitation Series5100324Revision 02Rev. Date: 4/2006TP 100-7250-02-CI-S21HP Zero-Turn RidersMfg. No. Description2690444 Simplicity 21HP

26Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFigure 25. Parking Brake AdjustmentA. Brake SpringB. Adjustment NutPARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT1. Disengage the

27Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceREAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTThe shock assembly can be adjusted in two ways toallow the operator to customize

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service28WARNINGTo avoid serious injury, perform adjustments onlywith engine stopped, key removed and tractor onleve

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFigure 29. Neutral Spring Return AdjustmentA. ClevisB. Jam NutC. Neutral Return RodRETURN-TO-NEUTRALADJUSTMEN

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service30MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTThe cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 31) controlsthe mower cutting height.

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service31DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage thePTO, stop the engine and eng

32Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceHYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVE BELTREPLACEMENT1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as aconcrete floor.

33Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceFigure 39. Mower PTO Belt RoutingA. Spindle PulleyB. PTO Drive BeltC. Spring-loaded Idler PulleyD. Stationa

34SpecificationsNOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.* Actual sustained equipment horsepower

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1WARNINGEngine exhaust from this product containschemicals known, in certain quantities, to causecancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.Tab

2GENERAL OPERATION1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the unit before starting.2. Do not put hands or feet near rotat

3CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted to theunit and the mowing ac

4Safety Rules and InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of ignition

5Safety Rules & InformationROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONSFor models equipped with factory-installed Roll OverProtection System (ROPS).OPERATIONAL WARNINGS•