Simplicity Regent 1693264 Manuel de l'opérateur

OPERATOR’SMANUALRegent Sport Series14HP Hydro TractorMfg. No.Description1693264 Regent, Florida Gator 14HP Hydro38” Mower DecksMfg. No.Description169

Operation4. On hydro model, release the parking brake bydepressing the brake pedal (H, Figure l), then pressPUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HANDdown on either

OperationMOWER INSTALLATION & REMOVALAWARNINGEngage parking brake, disengage PTO, stopengine and remove key before attempting toinstall or remo

GENERALFor the first use of the mower, choose a smooth levelarea. Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly.The size and type of area to be mowed

Mowing Patterns & lipsl Change the mowing pattern each time.l If mulching baffles are removed, the original deflectormust be in operating positi

NormalCareMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a recordof yo

Normal CareCHECKING AND ADDING GASOLINERaise the hood and check the fuel tank to be sure thereis enough gasoline to complete the job. To add gasoline,

Normal CareLUBRICATIONLubricate the tractor at the locations shown in Figures 11through 16 as well as the following lubrication points.Grease:l steer

NormalCareLubrication (Continued).Idler Arm Pivotgure 15. Lubricating Mower Deck (36” shown) Figure 16. Lubricate Deck Linkage (36” shown)LUBRICATE TH

Normal CareGEAR TRANSMISSION SERVICEFill ToThe Peerless MST-205515A gear drive transmissiondoes not require regular maintenance. See your autho-rized

NormalCareSERVICING THE MOWER BLADES1AWARNINGFor your personal safety, do not handle thesharp mower blades with bare hands. Carelessor improper handli

Table Of ContentsIDENTIFICATIONNUMBERS...2SAFETY RULES ...3SAFETY DECALS .

StorageAWARNINGNever store the tractor, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilatedenclosures. Gasolin

TroubleshootingThis section of the manual provides troubleshooting andrepair instructions for the more common and easily cor-rected problems. For othe

TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Tractor - ContinuedSYMPTOMPROBLEMTractor drive belt slips.1.Clutch is out of adjustment.2.Pulleys or belt greasy or

Battery ServiceCHECKING THE BATTERY VOLTAGEcKeep open flames and sparks away from the bat-tery; the gasses coming from it are highly explo-sive. Venti

Battery ServiceTHIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLESTOstarterSwitchJumper CableTOstarterSwitchStartingVehicleBattery‘7-bCableTo GroundMAKE CERTAIN

Adjustments 8 ServiceAWARNINGTo avoid serious injury, perform adjustmentsonly with engine stopped, key removed and trac-tor on level ground.SEAT ADJUS

Adjustments& ServiceBRAKE & BRAKE SPRINGADJUSTMENT-GEAR1. Place the transmission in gear and release the park-ing brake.2. See Figure 29. Mov

Adjustments & ServiceAWARNINGBefore checking mower, shut off PTO andengine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Removeignition key, then disconnect th

Adjustments %I Service3. See Figure 34. Loosen the outside nut (A) and turnthe eccentric nut (B) to raise or lower the rear of thedeck. When the mowe

Adjustments & ServiceTRACTOR DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENTA CAUTIONTo avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts overpulleys.1. Park the tractor on a level s

Identification NumbersWhen contacting your AuthorizedDealer for replacement parts, service,or information YOU MUST HAVETHESE NUMBERS.169XXXXMowe; Deck

Safety RulesARead these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control ofunit, severe personal inju

Safety RulesCHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert tothe presence of children. Children are often attracted tothe unit and th

Safety DecalsGENERALThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an industry lead

Features & ControlsCONTROLS - HYDRO MODELL Steering WheelI. Throttle:. Parking Brake Knob1. kmition K&Switchi.l%adlight &itchl%acllight &a

GENERALOperationSAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMBefore first time operation, drive in an open area withoutmowing, to become accustomed to the unit. Be sure tor

OperationCHECKS BEFORE STARTINGI.2.3.4.5.Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweightsinstalled if required. See Slope Operation in theSafety Rule