Simplicity 6008 User manual

Simplicity
OPERATORS
MANUAL
MODELS
6008 and
6010
6010 10 HP. TRACTOR
MFG. NO. 1690192
6008 8 HP. TRACTOR
MFG. NO. 1690193
36" MOWER
MFG. NO. 1690269
42" MOWER
MFG. NO. 1690210
CAUTION: READ MANUAL THOROUGHLY
BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR
FORM - 1655741
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Dear Simplicity Customer:
Congratulations on your purchase of this Simplicity tractor. Your
tractor has been carefully designed and built to give you years of de¬
pendable service. The tractor and mower have been built to meet or
exceed current O.P.E.I. certification requirements, according to ANSI
Safety Specifications B71.1-1972, B71 .la-1974, and have been cer¬
tified by an independent testing laboratory. With proper care, it will
help you do your most important jobs efficiently.
To make sure you get the utmost value from your purchase, study
this manual carefully. Also study all other enclosed literature before
operating or performing any adjustments on your machine. Have any¬
one else who plans to run the tractor read this information also.
For the safety of you and others, study the safety information on
page 2. Review this information often. It is there for your benefit and is
important.
We have provided you with other information which will enable you
to service, operate, and adjust your tractor. Should you need help with
any of these procedures, your Simplicity dealer will be happy to help
you with any service or repair work.
Measurements are given in this manual with metric equivalents in
parentheses. For example, behind the measurement of Vs inch would
appear (3 mm). So, the metric equivalent of Vs inch is 3 millimeters.
Those metric measurements are provided for your convenience as
an aid in converting to the metric system. A list of metric terms and
abbreviations used in this manual is provided below.
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS OF METRIC TERMS
1 .
cc =
cubic centimetre
2.
kg =
kilogram
3.
kPa =
kiloPascal
4.
km/h =
kilometres per hour
5. kw =
kilowatt
6. 1 =
litre
7.
mm =
millimetre
8.
N ■ m =
newton - metre
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6000 Series
SAFETY RULES.
TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION.
ACCESSORIES & ATTACHMENTS.
OWNER BENEFITS..
MOWER INSTALLATION.
INSTALLING 36" MOWER.
INSTALLING 42" MOWER ...
REMOVING MOWERS.
OPERATION.
CONTENT OF SECTION.
TRACTOR CONTROLS.
OPERATING PROCEDURE ..
NORMAL CARE.
CONTENT OF SECTION.
TRACTOR SCHEDULED CARE...
TRACTOR NORMAL STORAGE.
TRACTOR OFF-SEASON STORAGE.
STARTING TRACTOR AFTER STORAGE.
MOWER SCHEDULED CARE.
MOWER STORAGE...
TROUBLESHOOTING..
CONTENT OF SECTION..
TRACTOR TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING..
ADJUSTMENTS.
CONTENT OF SECTION...
TRACTOR ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES ....
MOWER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES.34
SPECIFICATIONS.39
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Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure
to obey these rules could result in loss of control of
vehicle , severe personal injury to yourself or bystanders,
or damage to property or equipment affecting your safety.
Safety Rules
This notation preceding Cautions and Warnings in the text signifies important precau¬
tionary steps which, if not properly followed, could result in personal injury or damage to
your equipment affecting your safety.
General • Read the Operating and Service
Instructions carefully. Be thor¬
oughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equip¬
ment.
• Never allow children to operate
the machine. Do not allow adults
to operate it without proper
instruction.
• Do not carry passengers.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children,
and pets.
• When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders
nor allow anyone near the vehicle while
in operation.
• Make Sure:
a. tractor and attachments are in good
operating condition,
b. all safety devices and shields are in
place
c. and in good working condition, and
d. all adjustments (cutting height, etc.),
have been made.
Preparation • Handle gasoline with care—it is
highly flammable.
a. Use approved gasoline container.
b. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank or add gasoline to a running
or hot engine, or fill the fuel
tank indoors. Wipe up spilled
gasoline.
• Do not run the engine indoors.
Exhaust fumes are dangerous. I
• Clear the work area of objects which
might be picked up and thrown.
• Disengage all attachment clutches and
shift into neutral before attempting to
start the engine.
• Wear heavy footwear. Do not operate
tractor when barefoot or when
wearing open sandals or canvas shoes.
Operation • Disengage power to attachment(s)
and stop the engine before leaving
the operator's position.
• Disengage power to attachment(s)
and stop the engine before making
any repairs or adjustments.
• Shut the engine off when un¬
clogging chute.
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain and
other hidden hazards. Be extra careful
when operating on wet or slippery surfaces.
• The vehicle and attachments should be
stopped and inspected for damage after
striking a foreign object, and the damage
should be repaired before restarting and
operating the equipment.
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Safety Rules
Maintenance
and Storage
Disengage power to attachment(s) • Watch out for traffic when crossing or
when transporting or not in use. near roadways.
When using the vehicle with mower,
proceed as follows:
a. Mow only in daylight or in good
artificial light.
b. Never operate the tractor with¬
out the mower clutch safety
interlock switch properly
attached and working.
c. Check the blade mounting bolts
for proper tightness at frequent
intervals.
Do not stop or start suddenly
when going uphill or downhill.
Mow up and down the face of
steep slopes; never across the face.
Reduce speed on slopes and in
sharp turns to prevent tipping or
loss of control. Use extreme
caution when changing direction
on slopes.
• If equipment begins to vibrate abnor¬
mally—disengage power to attachments
and stop engine at once. Inspect for
damage and correct before starting
up tractor.
• Use care when pulling loads or using
heavy equipment.
a. Use only drawbar hitch point.
b. Limit loads to those you can safely
control.
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when
backing.
d. Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights
when suggested in the operator's
manual.
• Take all possible precautions when
leaving the vehicle unattended, such as
disengaging the power take off, lowering
the attachment (s), shifting into neu¬
tral, setting the parking brake, stopping
the engine, and removing the key.
• Keep the vehicle and attachments in
good operating condition, and keep
safety devices in place.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws • To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
tight to be sure the equipment free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease,
is in safe working condition.
• Never store the equipment with gasoline
Do not change the engine gover- j n the tank inside a building where
nor settings or overspeed engine. fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure.
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Tractor Identification
When ordering replacement parts for your Simplicity tractor, be prepared to give your dealer the identification
numbers found on the tractor and engine identification plates shown below. The identification plate for the tractor is
located on the right frame in front of the engine. The engine ID plate is located on the top of the engine blower
housing. We suggest that you locate the numbers and record them below for easy reference.
Tractor I D __ Engine I D
Mower I D
Accessories
There are many optional accessories available for your Sim¬
plicity tractor through your Simplicity dealer. They will
make your tractor perform better or make it easier to oper¬
ate when using various attachments. See your Simplicity
dealer if you wish to purchase any of the following:
WHEEL WEIGHTS — REAR
FRONT WEIGHT
LIFT LEVER
TIRE CHAINS
HOUR METER
HUB CAPS
Attachments
To make your Simplicity tractor most useful to you, a com¬
plete line of attachments is available through your Simpli¬
city dealer. Contact him if you wish to purchase any of the
following:
DUMP CARTS {400 & 1000 L.b. Capacity)
36" ROTARY SNOW THROWER
30" TILLER
42" SNOW PLOW AND DOZER BLADE
VACUUM COLLECTOR (6010 and 6008)
GRASS CATCHER (6008)
Models illustrated in this manual may vary slightly from the model you have.
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Owner Benefits
Dependable, rugged engines —
The 6008 has an 8 horsepower syn¬
chro-balanced engine, and the
6010 has a 10 horsepower, syn¬
chro-balanced engine. Both en¬
gines have mechanical governors
to assure smooth engine perfor¬
mance under varying load con¬
ditions.
Combined clutch and brake pedal
insures safe starting and stopping
with easy rocker action. Parking
brake is easily engaged by just pres¬
sing and tilting pedal.
Comfortable padded bucket seat
is vinyl covered, and is adjustable to
suit different size operators.
Tilt-up hood and seat deck make
maintenance areas accessible.
Large wide tires give comfortable
ride and help protect your lawn.
Steering is easy with all-gear sys¬
tem, designed to give excellent
maneuverability and trouble-free
long life. The short turning radius
allows working around tight corn¬
ers and in confined areas.
6008
6010
Safety interlock lights tell operator at a glance if tractor is
ready to start.
Full length footrests increase operator's comfort and
safety.
Wide rollers help the mower follow the contour of your
lawn, giving smooth, neat mowing.
Tool box lets you carry tools with you on the tractor, safely
and without fear of loss or damage.
Free-floating mower design allows mower to pivot with
front axle to follow ground contours and give smooth, even
cut.
Useful attachments designed to fit on your tractor without
modification. Installation and removal is easy with Simpli¬
city's pin mounting.
Dependable all-gear transaxle has three forward speeds,
one reverse. Gears are fully enclosed, sealed and
lubricated.
Fast starting under all weather conditions is easier with a
heavy duty 12-volt electric starter and battery.
Dash-mounted operating controls are easily accessible
and provide quick finger-tip control.
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* Mower Installation
Mower Installation
CONTENT OF SECTION
This section tells you how to install and remove
your mower. Instructions are given first on how to
install the 36 inch (914 mm) mower, followed by in¬
structions on how to install the 42 inch (1067 mm)
mower. Instructions on how to remove your mower
are last.
INSTALLING 36 INCH MOWER
1. Place your tractor and mower on a smooth,
hard surface, such as concrete, with the mower
on the right side of the tractor.
2. Turn the front wheels of the tractor as far as
they go to the left. Place mower in lowest cut¬
ting position.
3. Slide the mower under the tractor (see figure 1).
4. Slip the lift link into the lift lever arm and
attach the lift chain to the lift link (figure 2).
5. Attach the mower hitch to the rear holes in the
front axle mounting points (figure 3), using the
two pins and safety clips provided.
6. Slip the mower drive belt on the engine PTO
pulley (figure 3).
7. Install the PTO rod onto the mower PTO arm
and the PTO lever (use front hole in PTO lever,
as shown in figure 4).
8. Adjust PTO rod guide tension and belt stops as
necessary as outlined in the Adjustments sec¬
tion of this manual.
Figure 3. Attaching Mower
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INSTALLING 42 INCH MOWER
To install the 42 inch mower on your tractor, per¬
form the following steps:
1. Place tractors and mower on a smooth hard
surface such as concrete, with the mower on
the right side of the tractor.
2. Turn the front wheels of the tractor as far to
the left as they go. Place mower in lowest cut¬
ting position.
3. Slide the front of the mower hitch between the
front wheels, then slide the left side of the
mower housing underneath the tractor (see
figure 5).
4. Slip the lift link into the lift lever arm and
attach the lift chain to the lift link (see figure
6 ).
A CAUTION
Take special care when working near the
engine muffler. It might be hot from re¬
cent operation, and could cause serious
burns if you touch it.
5. Install two pins and spring clips through the
front holes in the front axle mounting points
(see figure 7).
6. Grasp the bottom of the mower hitch. Lift the
front of the hitch and hook the mower hitch
over the two pins just installed in the front axle
mounting points (see figure 7).
7. Press down on the front of the mower hitch and
rotate the rear of the hitch upward so that the
holes in the hitch line up with the center holes
in the front axle mounting points. Install two
pins and spring clips through the center holes
(see figure 7).
8. Slip the mower drive belt on the engine PTO
pulley.
9. Attach the front of the mower PTO rod to the
mower pivot arm with a spring clip (see figure
8 ).
10. Attach the PTO rod guide to the PTO lever
arm, using the center hole of the arm, as shown
in figure 9.
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11. Adjust the PTO rod guide tension and belt
stops as necessary as outlined in the Adjust¬
ments section of this manual.
Figure 8. Attaching PTO Rod
REMOVING MOWER FROM TRACTOR
To remove the mower from your tractor, perform
the following steps:
1. With the PTO disengaged, remove the mower 7.
drive belt from the engine PTO pulley.
A CAUTION
On 10 horsepower tractors, take special
care when working near the engine ex¬
haust muffler. It may be hot from recent
operation, and could cause serious burns
if you touch it.
Make sure the front of the mower hitch is
not too hot to touch. Allow the mower
hitch and engine muffler to cool for at
least 5 minutes before removing mower.
2. Remove the PTO rod from the tractor PTO
lever arm. Replace the spring clip in the PTO
rod for storage.
For easier mower removal, the 42 inch mower PTO
rod should be removed from the mower complete¬
ly. To remove the PTO rod, pull out the spring clip
holding the PTO rod to the mower PTO arm and
remove rod.
3. Place the mower in the lowest cutting position
and lower the mower lift lever.
4. Unhook the lift chain from the lift link and re¬
move the lift link from the tractor lift arm.
5. Remove the pins attaching the mower to the
tractor. Replace the pins and spring clips in
the mower hitch for storage.
Remember that the 42 inch mower hitch can be
removed by pulling the hitch forward after re¬
moving the two rear pins and spring clips.
Turn the tractor wheels as far as they go to the
left.
Slide the mower out from under the tractor
from the right side.
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OPERATION
CONTENT OF SECTION
A brief description of tractor controls, followed by
the basic tractor operating procedures, is given in
this section to help you get to know your tractor
and how to operate it safely and efficiently.
Figure 10 shows the location, name, and function
of each of the tractor controls. The control names
given in figure 10 are used throughout the manual.
Item
Name
Function
A
Safety Inter¬
lock Lights
Show when PTO and trans¬
axle are in disengaged (neu¬
tral) position.
B
Clutch-Brake
Pedal
Controls both main clutch and
brake. Disengages clutch when
pressed down at least half-way
Applies brake when fully de¬
pressed. Locks brake to hold
tractor in parked position.
C
Ignition
Switch
Operates with key to start, run,
or turn off engine.
D
Light Switch
Switches tractor headlights
on or off.
E
Lift Lever
Lifts and locks the rotary
mower in transport position.
F
Mower Height
Control
Adjusts mower cutting height.
Item
Name
Function
G
PTO {Power
Take-Off)
Clutch Lever
Operates clutch for power driven
attachments. Used to turn
attachments on and off.
H
Gear Shift
Lever
Shifts transmission gears to con¬
trol ground speed and direction
of travel.
1
Ammeter
Shows when battery is being
charged or discharged.
J
Engine Speed
Control
Operates engine choke and
throttle. Positioned at CHOKE
to start cold engine. Positions
from SLOW to FAST used to
adjust engine speed.
K
Fuel Gauge
Cap
Shows the amount of fuel in
the tank and serves as fuel tank
cap.
Figure 10. Locations and Functions of Controls
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OPERATING PROCEDURES
The rest of this section tells you how to operate
your tractor. The directions assume that the trac¬
tor is working properly. If your tractor does not
work properly during operation, refer to the Trou¬
bleshooting section of this manual.
The directions in this section have been arranged
so that you learn the basic operating procedures
safely and efficiently. When operating the tractor
for the first time study and be familiar with the fol¬
lowing operating directions in the order given:
• Location and Function of Controls
• Checks Before Starting
• Stopping the Tractor
• Selecting and Shifting Gears
• Starting the Engine
• Starting Tractor into Motion
• Before Leaving the Tractor
NOTE
When driving the tractor for the first
time, start off in first gear and drive only
on level ground. Get the feel of starting,
stopping, and starting again. Then in¬
crease speed by adjusting the engine
speed control and by selecting second
and third gears.
Before starting any operation it is essential
that you review and become completely
familiar with the Safety Rules on page 2.
After you have become familiar with all of the
above procedures you should be ready to operate
the tractor and attachments. Refer to. the para¬
graph in this section titled “Operating with
Attachments” and the appropriate manual for the
attachment.
Checks Before Starting
The checks below should be performed before start¬
ing the engine for the first time. Repeat these
checks each time you use the tractor to insure that
it is ready for use.
1. R efer to Normal Care section of this manual to
determine and perform needed care.
2. Seat yourself on the tractor. Try operating
some of the controls to see if the seat position
fits you. If not, see the seat adjustment proce¬
dure in the Adjustments section of this
manual.
3. Check your fuel supply. Be sure that you have
enough fuel for the job you intend to perform. If
more fuel is needed, fill the tank as follows:
A WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Never fill the tank when
the engine is still hot from recent operation.
Do not allow open flame, smoking or
matches in the area. Avoid overfilling and
wipe up any spills.
a. Remove fuel cap as shown in figure 11.
b. Fill fuel tank completely with clean, fresh,
leaded or nonleaded regular grade gasoline.
c. Install and hand tighten fuel cap.
Stopping the Tractor
The clutch-brake pedal is used to produce either
gradual or rapid stops. For a gradual stop on level
ground, press the pedal down only far enough to
disengage the clutch. For a more rapid stop, press
the pedal down further to also apply the brake.
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Try to avoid sudden stops on hills. Also avoid
using the brake to control downhill speed. Select a
low'gear and a slow engine speed before starting
downhill.
Selecting and Shifting Gears
The transmission gears are shifted by moving the
gear shift lever. The gear shift lever has five posi¬
tions. These positions are for neutral, reverse, and
the three forward speeds. Shift gears as follows:
1. Determine the gear best suited for the desired
tractor speed. Use guides below:
NOTE
When using an attachment, consult
■ attachment manual for proper gear and
speed and the Recommended Operating
Speeds guide, at the end of this section.
• Neutral gear position disengages engine from
rear drive wheels. Select neutral to enable
engine starting.
• Reverse gear drives the tractor backwards.
Select this gear to back up.
• First gear produces slow tractor speeds in the
forward direction. The fastest possible speed
in this gear is just under 1 mile per hour (1.6
kph). Use this gear to travel up or down hills or
over rough ground.
• Second gear produces medium tractor speeds
of over 2 miles per hour (3.2 kph) in the for¬
ward direction. Use this gear for travel on
slight slopes or where the ground is fairly
smooth.
• Third gear produces a maximum tractor speed
of under 4 miles per hour (6.4 kph) in a forward
direction. Use this gear to travel longer dis¬
tances over ground or pavement that is smooth
and level.
2. Press down on clutch-brake pedal to disen¬
gage clutch.
3. Bring tractor to a complete stop.
NOTE
A decal on the tractor below the gear
shift lever shows the shift pattern. Re¬
member the actual neutral position is up
and down rather than forward and back¬
ward as shown on the drawing.
4. M ove the gear shift lever to the position for the
desired gear. You are now ready to start or re¬
sume tractor motion.
A WARNING
Do not start or run engine in an enclosed
area. Open doors if in garage — exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
Starting the Engine
Complete the “Checks Before Starting” proce¬
dures. Then proceed as follows:
1. Seat yourself on the tractor.
2. Set parking brake by depressing pedal and
latching pedal clip over footrest edge.
3. Set the engine speed control to CHOKE posi¬
tion. When engine is warm, it may not be
necessary to choke engine.
4. Lift PTO lever as far as it will go to the rear to
disengage attachment.
5. Set gear shift lever to neutral position.
NOTE
For your safety the transmission gear
shift lever has to be in neutral and the
mower clutch lever in fully disengaged
position before the engine will start.
6. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn
it clockwise to START. The engine should
start. If it does not turn over, repeat steps 4 and
5.
7. When the engine starts, release the key. It will
return to the ON position for normal running.
8. Move the engine speed control to SLOW. Warm
up the engine by running it for at least a min¬
ute before engaging the mower clutch lever or
driving the tractor.
Starting Tractor Into Motion
This procedure describes how to safely start the
tractor into motion after starting the engine and
selecting a gear.
1. Rotate steering wheel to turn front wheels in
the direction you want to go.
Set engine control for 1/3 to 1/2 speed.
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3. Release parking brake by pressing down on
the clutch-brake pedal.
4. Make sure that the path in desired direction of
movement is clear.
5. Slowly release clutch-brake pedal to engage
clutch and set tractor into motion.
6. Adjust engine speed control for desired speed.
Operating With Attachments
This paragraph describes a general procedure for
tractor operation with attachments.
1. Start engine after insuring that attachment is
properly installed and ready for use. Refer to
attachment manual for details.
2. Raise the attachment to its highest position.
3. Select and shift into gear best suited to travel
to work site.
4. Start tractor into motion and proceed to work
site.
5. At work site, bring tractor to complete stop.
6. Shift into neutral gear position,
7. Lower the attachment, shut off engine and
remove key.
8. Clear work site of any objects that might be
thrown by or get caught in attachment, such
as sticks, stones, bones, wire, etc.
9. Be sure that the attachment discharge is not
directed toward people or pets.
10. Start tractor and then start attachment slow¬
ly.
11. Adjust engine speed control (usually about 3/4
speed) and shift to gear best suited to attach¬
ment operation. (Refer to attachment manual
or to guide at end of this section.)
12. Start tractor into motion.
NOTE
Complete remaining steps to return
machine to storage site.
13. D isengage attachment, stop tractor motion,
and shift to neutral.
14. Raise attachment to its highest position.
15. Shift into desired gear and resume tractor
motion to return to storage site.
Before Leaving Tractor
To prevent accidents, perform steps below before
leaving tractor seat.
1. Disengage attachment, stop tractor motion,
and shift to neutral.
2. Bring tractor to a complete stop.
3. Set engine control to SLOW.
NOTE
Stopping a hot engine too suddenly can
cause engine damage. Move engine con¬
trol to SLOW and idle engine for about
one minute before stopping engine.
4. Set parking brake by pressing clutch-brake
pedal down fully and latching pedal clip over
footrest edge.
5. Turn ignition key to OFF and remove key.
6. Shift into gear and lower attachments.
Operating With Mower
WARNING
To present serious personal injury, do not
work around the mower housing area until
you are certain that the mower blades have
stopped rotating. Obey the Warnings on the
mower housing and the Safety Rules at the
front of this manual.
When operating the mower for the first time, begin
by operating on level ground at a slow ground
speed until you become familiar with the controls
and handling of the tractor.
r
Before starting your mowing job, check the mower
carefully to be sure it is properly installed and the
mower blades are in good condition.
Determine the best method of mowing according to
the shape, terrain, and obstructions of the lawn.
Be sure that the mower is properly leveled and
adjusted as outlined in the Adjustments sections of
the manual.
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Engine Speed. Engine speed should normally be
operated at 2/3 to full throttle when mowing.
When grass is wet or over 3 inches (76 mm) high,
engine should be run at full speed for best results.
Transmission Gear Selection. Second gear
should only be used in smooth level lawns with
moderate to light grass crop. It is necessary to de¬
press clutch pedal and stop tractor before shifting.
Always select a forward speed that is slow enough
to assure that you can properly and safely control
the tractor over the ground conditions en¬
countered. On rough or hilly terrain, or when the
grass crop is heavy, use first gear.
Mowing Pattern and Tips. For the first use of
the mower choose a smooth level area. Cut long
straight strips overlapping slightly.
The size and type of area to be mowed determine
the best mowing pattern to use. Obstructions such
as trees, fences, and buildings must also be consi¬
dered. In most cases, making one or two passes in a
clockwise direction around the outside of the area
to be mowed is advisable to keep cut grass off
fences, walks, etc. The remainder of the mowing
should normally be done in a counterclockwise di¬
rection so the clippings are dispersed on the cut
area.
Always keep the left side of the mower toward
trees, posts, or other obstacles on the first pass
around the obstacles to keep hand trimming to a
minimum.
On moderate size, frequently mowed lawns where
grass is light and dry, it is sometimes practical to
mow in a clockwise direction so that clippings are
thrown toward the center of the lawn and concen¬
trated for easy pickup and removal.
Most lawns should be mowed to keep the grass
approximately two or three inches high. Best re¬
sults are obtained by cutting often and not too
short. To keep a green lawn, never mow more than
one third off the height of the grass or a maximum
of one inch in one mowing. For extremely tall
grass, set the cutting height at maximum for the
first mowing, then reset to the desired height and
mow again. Allow the grass to grow to three
inches, then cut off only the top inch.
On thick or springy grass or soft ground, the
mower rollers may sink into the ground giving too
low a cut. Adjust the cutting height to get the de¬
sired height of cut.
For best appearance, grass should be cut in the
afternoon or early evening (in daylight) when it is
free of moisture.
Where possible, change patterns occasionally to
eliminate matting, graining and a corrugated
appearance.
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Attachment
Engine Speed
Transmission
Gear
Approx.
Ground
Speed
Required Accesso-
Recommended
Accessories
Control
Selection
(MPH) ries and Options
and Options
Transporting Tractor
Rotary Mower
{Smooth terrain -
normal grass)
Rotary Mower
{rough terrain-heavy or
wet grass)
36" Snow Thrower
Use two rear wheel weights
when mowing slopes over
15% {8.5°). Mowing on
slopes greater than 30%
(16.7°) not recommen¬
ded.
Tire chains
2 rear wheel weights
42" Snow Plow
and Dozer Blade
Mower
Adapter
1-1.5 Lift Lever
Tire chains
2 rear wheel weights
Use front weight when
mowing slopes over
15% {8.5°). Mowing on
slopes greater than 30%
(16.7°)not recommen¬
ded.
Use front weight when
mowing slopes over
15% (8.5°). Mowing on
slopes greater than 30%
(16.7°) not recommen¬
ded.
2 rear wheel weights
Recommended Operating Speed
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Simplicity
Normal Care
CONTENT OF SECTION
Y our Tractor and mower were designed and built
to provide years of service with only minor care.
Certain tasks however, must be performed to keep
them in good operating condition and to avoid
costly repair. This section shows you how to pro¬
vide the necessary care for the tractor and mower.
To service any other attachment, refer to the separ¬
ate manual for that attachment.
TRACTOR SCHEDULED CARE
A schedule for routine care is provided in figure 12.
Check the listed items before operating the tractor
for the first time to insure that the tractor is ready
for use. Performing the checks will also help you to
become familiar with the care of the tractor.
All other scheduled care is performed after operat¬
ing the tractor for a specific amount of time. See
figure 13 through 19. Remember to perform the
“every 25-hour check” when you perform the
“every 100-hour check.”
Because the schedule is based on operating time, it
will be necessary to determine or estimate the
actual operating time. This is easily accomplished
if your tractor is equipped with an optional hour
meter. If not, you can determine normal times for
regular jobs such as cutting your lawn. Multiply
these normal times by the number of times you per¬
form the jobs to estimate total operating time. A
Maintenance Record (at end of this section) is pro¬
vided to help you keep a record of all operating
hours and maintenance repair actions.
TRACTOR NORMAL STORAGE
To protect your tractor, store it in an enclosed dry
area. Do not store it in an enclosure where fumes
from the fuel tank could reach an open flame with¬
out first draining the fuel tank.
To store your tractor in a cold area between winter
snow removal jobs, we suggest that you fill the fuel
tank at the completion of each job to prevent water
condensation in the fuel tank.
If you do not intend to use your tractor during the
winter months, follow these off-season storage
instructions.
TRACTOR OFF-SEASON STORAGE
When the tractor is to be stored for two months or
longer, take precautions as follows:
NOTE
Fuel may be stored in the tank or in a
container for longer periods if a gaso¬
line stabilizer is used. This additive,
available from your dealer, prevents for¬
mations of gum and varnish for up to
one year.
1. Drain fuel tank if stabilizer is not used. This
can be done by removing the fuel hose at the
engine and draining the hose into a container.
2. After reconnecting fuel hose, run engine until
it stops.
Care Required
See
Figure
Schedule
Before First
Use
Every
5 Hours
**
Every
25 Hours
Every
100 Hours
**
Spring
and Fall
Check Tractor and Engine
13
•
•
Clean Engine and Air Filter 14
•
Change Engine Oil *
15
• •
Lubricate Tractor
16
•
•
Check Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure 17
•
•
Clean Battery and Cables
18 .
•
Clean or Replace Spark Plug
19
•
‘Change original engine oil after first 5 hours of operation.
“More often in hot (over 70°F) weather or dusty operating conditions.
“‘only if tractor is used in both summer {over 40°f) and winter (under 40°f).
Figure 12. Summary of Scheduled Care
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Normal Care
Change engine oil while the engine is still
warm. (See figure 15). Make a note of the type
and weight of oil put in crankcase.
Remove spark plug. Pour one ounce of SAE 30
oil into engine through spark plug hole. Crank
engine a few times to distribute oil and then
reinstall the spark plug.
Lubricate tractor. (See figure 16).
Be sure that the battery is filled to the proper
level with water and is fully charged. Battery
life will be extended if it is removed and stored
in a cool, dry place, fully charged. (See figure
17).
Figure 13. Check Tractor and Engine (5-Hour Care)
16

Normaf Care
Simplicity
1. Clean all dirt and grass from engine
fins. Remove cover as necessary.
2. Clean engine air filter
A. Remove two screws.
B. Lift air filter from engine.
CLEAN
ENTIRE
AREA
C. Take apart air filter.
D. _ Wash foam with kerosene or
soap and water.
E. Dry foam.
F. Soak foam with lightweight
oil; squeeze several times to
spread oil evenly and to
remove excess.
G. Assemble air filter. Make sure
foam extends over lip of bottom.
H. Install clean air filter on engine.
Secure with the two screws.
mm
FOAM
ELEMENT
IS o
INSTALL TABS
AS SHOWN
Figure 14. Clean Engine and Air Filter {25-Hour Care); or as required.

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Normal Care
NOTE
Change oil while engine is still
warm from operation,
1. Remove drain cap.
2. Drain old oil.
3. Install and tighten drain cap.
NOTE
DON'T POLLUTE: Dispose
of drain oil properly.
4. Remove fill plug.
NOTE
To avoid engine damage, use only
high quality detergent oil of the
correct grade and weight. The grade
(service) marking on the can may
be MS, SC, or SD. The correct
weight varies with the season as
follows:
Summer
(Above 40°F)
Use SAE 30,
or SAE 10W-
30.
Winter
(Between 0 & 40°F)
Use SAE 5W-20
or SAE 5W-30.
(Below 0°F)
Use SAE 10W or
SAE 10W-30 diluted
10% with kerosene.
5. Add new oil until pipe is full.
Pour slowly. Capacity is about 2-1/4
pints in 6008 and 3 pints
in 6010.
6. Install and tighten fill plug.
INSTALL
FILL (or
PLUG &
DRAIN CAP
LOOSEN
J
'Vk
TIGHTEN
Figure 15. Change Engine Oil (25-Hour Care)
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