Simplicity Baron User manual

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MANUFACTURING, INC.
500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997
Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 USA
www.simplicitymfg.com
© Copyright 1999 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in USA.

Operator’s manual
Baron
1693494 Baron tractor
1693575 102 cm (40") deck
1720602
Rev. 05/1999
TP 100-2282-00-BR-S

Adjustments and service ....................................................................................................F
Specifications and Identification numbers........................................................................ii-v
Safety rules and information...............................................................................................A
Features and controls.........................................................................................................B
Operating the tractor..........................................................................................................C
Lawn care and mowing information ...................................................................................D
Regular maintenance .........................................................................................................E
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................G
Initial setup.........................................................................................................................H
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TP 100-2282-00-BR-S

107cm (42")
92cm (36")
188cm (74")
246cm (97")
130cm (51")
109cm
(43")
Specifications
Weight
Tractor 218 kg (480 lb)
Grass catcher 18 kg (40 lb)
Mower deck 50 kg (110 lb)
Crate (approx) 57 kg (125 lb)
Capacities
Grass catcher 310 liters
Fuel tank 9,3 l (3,5 gal)
Engine
Make Briggs & Stratton
Model InTek™ V-Twin
Horsepower 18 HP
Transmission
Make Tuff Torq
Model K-51
Max. forward speed 8,8 kph (5,5 mph)
Max. reverse speed 5,5 kph (3,4 mph)
Transmission oil SAE 10W30, API SG, Motor
Oil capacity 1,7 l (2,5 qt)
Wheels
Tire size
Front 15 x 6,0-6
Rear 18 x 8,5-8
Tire pressure
Front 83-104 kPa (12-15 psi)
Rear 41-55 kPa (6-8 psi)
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Identification numbers
Record the identification numbers for your model in
the space provided. The identification tags (A) are located
on the tractor (B) and the mower deck (C). For the location
of the engine identification numbers, refer to the engine
manual.
When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement
parts, service or information, you MUST have these
numbers.
Be sure to fill out and return the warranty registration card
supplied with your unit.
Identification numbers
Tractor manufacturing number Tractor serial number
169 __ __ __ __
Mower deck manufacturing number Mower deck serial number
169 __ __ __ __
Dealer name Date purchased
Engine make and model Engine serial number
169XXXX
MFG
Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc.
Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 U.S.A.
SERIAL
XXXXX
SSAAMMPPLLEE
A
BC

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Safety rules
and information

Safety rules and
information
About this manual and tractor
• Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual
and on the unit before starting.
• Before first time operation, drive in an open area without
mowing to become accustomed to the unit.
The alert triangle signifies important
cautions or warnings which must be
followed to prevent injury to persons.
The DO NOT symbol precedes cautions
which must be followed to prevent damage
to equipment.
The information circle indicates information
which can be helpful in understanding and
using the equipment.
Read all safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to
obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit,
severe personal injury or death to you or bystanders, or
damage to property or equipment.
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