Simplicity SOVEREIGN 3416S User manual

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RIDING TRACTORS
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MFG.NO, 872 34165 SOVEREIGN TRACTOR
MFG, NO- 756 3410$ LANDLORD TRACTOR
SIMPLICITY MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
SEH. FORM * OP-56
LITHO IN USA
TP-1360

TO THE OWNER
Congratulations on your purchase of the Simplicity tractor. It has been designed with emphasis on the ability to do your
most important jobs quickly and efficiently with the least operator effort.
So that yog can get the very most from your purchase, you and anyone else who may operate the tractor should study this
manual and the owners manual for your attachments before using your Simplicity tractor. Throughout the manual, we will
refer to directions as left, right, front, and rear. These directions are as the operator sits on the tractor seat in the driving
position.
For your own safety and that of your family and others, periodically review the safety tips found in this manual. You will
find the table of contents very useful in referring to this manual when questions arise In the future. We have provided you
with information to perform most service jobs quickly and easily, but your Simplicity dealer will be happy to help you with
any service or repair work.
When ordering replacement parts for your Simplicity tractor, be prepared to give your dealer the identification numbers
found an the tractor and engine Identification plates shown below. The identification plate for the tractor is located on the
frame in front of the tractor seat. The one for the engine rs located on the left side of the engine hlower housing. Wesug*
gest that you locate the numbers and record them below for easy reference.
Refer te I.d, no> when
writing or ordering parts*
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-SIMPLICITY'S NEW EQUIPMENT WARRANTY-
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the Company makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to tires, engines, generators and voltage
regulators, which are warranted by their respective manufacturers. Any part covered by this warranty which
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purposes) under normal use, from date of purchase, will be replaced without charge, provided such part Is
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SIMPLICITY NEW EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS 1
OPERATION 2
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 2
BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR 5
STARTING THE ENGINE 5
STOPPING THE ENGINE 5
CONTROLLING TRACTOR GROUND SPEED 5
HOT WEATHER OPERATION 6
COLD WEATHER OPERATION 6
DUSTY OPERATING CONDITIONS 6
OUT OF SERVICE PROTECTION {STORAGE) 6
STARTING THE TRACTOR AFTER STORAGE 7
OPERATION CHART 7
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 8
ADJUSTMENTS 9
RAISING THE TRACTOR HOOD 9
RAISING THE SEAT DECK 9
SEAT ADJUSTMENT 9
CLUTCH FREE TRAVEL 10
SHUTTLE DRIVE ADJUSTMENT 10
FOOT PEDAL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 11
TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SAFETY
START SWITCH 12
POWER TAKE-OFF CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 12
STARTE R ■ GEN Eft ATOR ft ELT AQJUSTM ENT 13
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT 13
MAINTENANCE 14
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS 14
EVERY 5 HOURS OF OPERATION 14
EVERY 25 HOURS OF OPERATION 14
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART 15
EVERY 100 HOURS OR ONCE A YEAR 18
ACCESSORIES 19
ATTACHMENTS 19
PARTS LISTING 19
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS
OPERATION
Know the controls and haw tastop quickly * READ THE
OWNER'S MANUAL
Do not allow children to operate vehicle. Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction.
Do not cany passengers. KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS
A SAFE DISTANCE AWAY.
Clear work area of objects which might be packed up and
thrown.
Take all possible precautions when leaving vehicle un¬
attended; such as disengaging power-takeoff, lowering
attachments, shifting into neutral, setting parking brake,
stopping engine and removing key.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or down
hill. Mow up and down the face of steep slopes; never
across the face.
Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent dp-
ping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
gasoline*
C, Open doors if engine is run in garage - exhaust
fumes are dangerous. Do hot run engine indoors.
Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark
Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass, leaves or
excessive grease.
ATTACHMENTS
Disengage all attachment dutches and shift into neutral
before attempting to start engine.
Disengage power to attachments and stop engine before
leaving operator position.
Disengage power to attachment (s) and stop engine before
making any repairs or adjustments.
Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden hazards.
Use care whan pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
A. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
B. Limit loads to those you can &fely control.
C. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
D. Use counterweight (s) or wheel weights when sug¬
gested in owners manual.
Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure equipment
is in safe working condition.
Do not alter basic engine governor settings or overspeed
engine.
Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wearing open
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
FUEL & FIRE HAZARDS
Handle gasoline with care — it is highly flammable.
A. Use approved gasoline container-
B. Never remove cap or add gasoline to a running or
hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors. Wipe up spilled
When using any attachments never direct discharge of ma¬
terial toward bystanders or allow anyone near vehicle
while in operation.
Keep vehicle and attachments in good operating condition
and keep safety devices in place. Use guards as instructed
in owner's manual.
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.
When using vehicle with mower:
(1) Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
{£) Never make a cutting height adjustment while en¬
gine is running if operator must dismount to do so.
(3) Shut engine off when unclogging chute.
(4) Check blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at
frequent intervals.
If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibra¬
tion is generally a warning of trouble.
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OPERATION
Figure 1. Tractor instrument panel as seen from the operators position on tractor seat.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS-HOW TO
UNDERSTAND AND USE THEM
Picture yourself seated on your Landlord or Sovereign trac-
tor. Before starting the engine, lets leam how to understand
and use the instruments and controls. The paragraphs refer¬
ring to the instruments and controls are illustrated in figures
1 through 4.
IGNITION SWITCH: (Figure 1, item F) To actuate the
ignition switch first insert the ignition key as shown. When
the key is turned clockwise to the first position, the ignition
is ON. In the ON position the lights, hourmeter, etc. will op¬
erate. Turn the key clockwise past the ON position to the
START position to actuate the starter. THE TRANSMIS¬
SION SHIFT LEVER MUST BE IN THE NEUTRAL POSI¬
TION AND THE POWER TAKE OFF CLUTCH CONTROL
LEVER (S) MUST BE IN THE DISENGAGED POSITION
BEFORE THE STARTER WILL ACTUATE* Release the
key as soon as the engine starts. Return the key to the ver¬
tical position to stop the engine. CAUTION: ALWAYS RE¬
MOVE THE IGNITION KEY WHEN CLEANING, ADJUST¬
ING, OR SERVICING THE TRACTOR OR ANY ATTACH¬
MENT OR WHEN LEAVING THE VEHICLE UNAT¬
TENDED.
CHOKE CONTROL KNOB: (Figure 1, item E) The
choke control knob may be pulled out to increase the a-
mount of fuel entering the engine for starting and cold wea¬
ther warmup. When starting a cold engine in cold weather
pull the choke all the way out. Some choke may be required
to start the engine when the air temperature is above 70 de¬
grees F or while the engine is still warm from being recently
run. After the engine has started, push the choke in slowly.
In cold weather it may be necessary to leave the choke pulled
out slightly for three or four minutes while the engine warms
up. NEVER OPERATE THE ENGINE WITH THE CHOKE
OUT AFTER IT HAS HAD SUFFICIENT TIME TO
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WARM-UP. ABOUT 5 MINUTES SHOULD BE SUFFI¬
CIENT EVEN IN COLD WEATHER.
GENERATOR WARMING LIGHT: (Figure 1. item"
H) The generator light will warn you if the generator or
voltage regulator on your tractor is not functioning proper¬
ly, It is normal for the generator light to come on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine is stopped
or running at low speed. The light should go out when the
engine is running at higher speeds. If it does not the genera-
tor or voltage regulator is not functioning properly. Check
the generator belt adjustment as described on page 13- See
your Simplicity dealer if the light will not go out after the
belt is adjusted.
HOURMETER: (OPTIONAL) (Figure 1, item J)
The hourmeter is useful in keeping accurate maintenance
records and telling how much time the tractor has been
used on a particular job. It operates anytime the ignition Is
turned on whether the engine is running or not.
FUEL GAUGE AND FILLER CAP: (Figure 1, item A)
The fuel gauge indicates fuel level. BEFORE ADDING
FUEL r SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND ALLOW IT TO
COOL SEVERAL MINUTES. Turn the cap counter¬
clockwise to remove it and add fuel. The 3 gallon capacity
provides about 3 hours of mowing. Use leaded or non-
leaded REGULAR grade automotive gasoline. CAUTION:
DO NOT ALLOW LIGHTED CIGARETTES, MATCHES,
ETC,, AROUND ANY OPEN GASOLINE CONTAINER.
DO NOT OVERFILL: WIPE UP ANY SPILLED GASO¬
LINE,
LIGHT SWITCH: (Standard equipment an Sovereign;
Optional on Landlord) (Figure 1, item D) The switch should
be moved up to the ON position to turn on the tractor lights.
To prevent the lights from being turned on by unauthorized
persons, the ignition switch must also be in the ON position
for the lights to operate. To turn the lights off, push the
light switch down to the OFF position, DO NOT OPERATE
THE LIGHTS FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME (MORE
THAN 20 MINUTES! WHEN THE GENERATOR LIGHT
JS ON OR THE BATTERY MAY DISCHARGE ENOUGH
SO IT WILL NOT START THE ENGINE.
POWER LI FT SWITCH: (OPTIONAL) (Figure 1,
item B) The power lift switch controls the electrically opera¬
ted power lift unit. Push the toggle switch forward to raise
a front, center or rear mounted attachment. Pull it back
toward you to lower the attachments. The power lift will
stop and hold in any position when you release the toggle
switch. The height indicator (Figure 6, item A) on the left
side of the tractor shows attachment position. The lift
motor will ratchet when it has reached the end of its travel.
Ratcheting is not harmful to the unit T but releasing the tog¬
gle switch as soon as ratcheting begins will prevent unnec¬
essary wear. If the motor is allowed to ratchet for an ex¬
tended period of time, a circuit breaker will open, discon¬
necting power to the lift motor. It will automatically reset
after about a minute.
CLUTCH AND BRAKE PEDAL: [Figure 1, item I)
Depressing the pedal will first disengage the tractor drive
clutch- Asyou continue to depress the pedal, the brakes will
be applied iq stop the tractor. The dutch-brake pedal may
be depressed for shifting transmission gears, hut it is not nec¬
essary if the shuttle drive control lever (Figure 1, item G) is
in the neutral position,
SHUTTLE DRIVE CONTROL LEVER (Figure 1,
item G) The position of this lever determines whether the
tractor moves forward or reverse or remains stationary. It
can also he used for short periods of time to reduce tractor
travel speed in either forward or reverse, or used to stop
tractor travel by pulling it toward the opposite pinion.
Although the tractor may be shifted into or out of any gear
by depressing the clutch-brake pedal, it may be shifted
more rapidly by placing the shuttling control lever in the
center NEUTRAL position as shown in figure 1. The brake
which is automatically applied when this lever is in neutral,
stops “spinning 1 ' of the transmission input shaft to facil¬
itate shifting.
After shifting the four-speed transmission into the desired
gear, the tractor can be driven FORWARD by pushing the
shuttle drive control lever ahead and locking it in the for¬
ward position. To drive in REVERSE pull the shuttle drive
control lever back and lock it in the reverse position. Fora
particular transmission gear, the tractor will drive the same
speed in reverse as forward. The shuttle drive control lever
may be moved from forward to reverse or reverse to forwa rd
without waiting for the tractor to stop moving. To prevent
sudden change of direction and unnecesary wear to the
clutches, the shuttle drive control lever should be moved
slowly into either drive position.
The Tractor may be '* inched" or slowed for working in tight
areas by holding the shuttle drive control lever part way to¬
ward the locked drive position. This can be done for short
periods of time without damage, however, constant slipping
of the drive clutches will cause them to wear and require
frequent adjustment
SPEED CONTROL LEVER: (Figure 1, item C) The
engine speed control lever is used to set the desired engine
speed The speed control lever should be moved forward a-
way from the operator to increase engine speed or back to¬
ward the operator to reduce engine speed- Consult the ap¬
propriate section of this manual for specific information on
suggested settings of the engine speed control lever. For ex¬
ample: starting the engine, page 5. Controlling tractor
ground speed page 5, and the Operation Chart on page 7.
TRANSMISSION SHI FT LEVER: (Figure 2, item A)
The transmission shift lever is used to select the desired trans¬
mission gear. There are four drive positions. Using the shut¬
tle drive unit, the tractor w01 move either forward or reverse
in any of the gears. The approximate ground speed in miles
per hour for each gear at full engine speed (3600 RPM) both
forward end reverse are shown below:
GEAR
MAXIMUM GROUND SPEED
First
,96 MPH
Second 2.3 MPH
Third
3.7 MPH
Fourth 5.1 MPH
The diagram on the tractor frame shows the location of each
position. To shift the transmission into first or third, push
the shift lever forward and move it left or right to the do-
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Figure 2- Controls seen from leftside of tractor.
sired gear. To shift into second or fourth, putt the shift lever
back toward you and move it to the left or right.
Do not attempt to move the shift lever unless tractor move¬
ment is stopped and either the shuttle drive control lever is
in neutral or the dutch-brake pedal is depressed. The trans¬
mission shift lever must be in the neutral START position
for the engine starter to operate.
PARKING BRAKE LOCK: (Figure 2, item B) To
lock the parking brake, grasp the lock and pull it upward
and back until the handle tests against the footrest as
shown in figure 2, To release pull the top portion away
from the footrest and down. It should be locked in the up
position to prevent the tractor from rolling whenever the
operator leaves the tractor seat. Remember to release the
parking brake before driving the tractor.
POWER TAKE OFF CONTROL LEVER: (Figure
2 r item C) This lever controls power to center or rear mount-
ed attachments such as a mower or rotary tiller. Pull the
lever up and move it forward until it snaps over center to
engage the power take off- Pull it back and down to dis-.
engage- Always move the power take off control lever all
the way to the disengaged or engaged position. The tractor
engine should be running at 1/2 to full engine speed when
the power take off is engaged to absorb the added load
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISENGAGE THE POWER TAKE
OFF, AND WAIT UNTIL ALL ATTACHMENTS HAVE
STOPPED MOVING BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR
SEAT- The power take off control lever must be disen-
gaged before the engine will start.
MANUAL LIFT LEVER: (Figure 3^ item A) The lift
lever is used for raising or lowering attachments such as the
rotary mower or the tiller for transport- The operating
height of attachments, can be regulated by using the notch¬
es and pin holes provided. The thumb button (B) on top of
the handle disengages the catch from the quadrant so the
Figure 3. Controls on left side of tractor-
lever can be moved as desired and locked into position. See
the owners manual for any attachment you may be using
for specific information on how the lift lever should be
used.
DUAL LIFT LEVER: (OPTIONAL) (Figure 4 r
item A) The dual Lift lever provides a convenient means of
operating a front mounted attachment such as a snow
Figure A Dual lift lever.
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thrower or a snow plow and dozer blade independently of
center or rear mounted attachments. A good example is
using the rotary tiller and dozer blade in leveling a ground
surface. Both attachments can be mounted to the tractor -
at the same time, and the operator can conveniently raise
or lower each of them from the tractor seat.
BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR
Though your Simplicity Dealer may have performed the be¬
fore starting checks listed below, we suggest that you per¬
sonally check each one so that you will became familiar with
them and also to insure that your tractor is ready to operate
the first time you use it.
TIRE INFLATION: The tires should be checked end
inflated to the proper pressure before operating. Front tires
should have 12 to 15 PSI of air and rear tires 6 to G PSI of
air.
CRANKCASE OIL: Before starting the engine, insure
the engine crankcase is filled with the correct grade and
weight of oil. See page 15 in the Maintenance section of this
manual for instructions on checking the oil and the correct
oil to use.
FUEL SUPPLY: Till the fdel tank completely with
clean fresh leaded or non-leaded regular grade automotive
gasoline. (Do not mix oil with gasoline). Premium gaso¬
lines are not recommended as they increase carbon deposits
in the engine. CAUTION: GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAM¬
MABLE. NEVER ALLOW ARTICLES SUCH AS LIGHTED
MATCHES, OR CIGARETTES, WHICH COULD CAUSE
IT TO IGNITE NEAR OPEN GASOLINE CONTAINERS.
DO NOT OVERFILL. WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL. BE
SURE THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING AND HAS BEEN
ALLOWED TO COOL BEFORE ADDING FUEL.
BEVEL GEAR BOX OIL: See figure SI. Remove
the pipe plug (A) from the elbow at the rear of the gear
case. Oil should be present at the bottom of the filler elbow.
If it is not, add 90 weight transmission oil until It is visible
in the bottom of the elbow.
Al R CLEANER: Insure that the air cleaner is in place
and properly sealed. If it is dirty, cleaner replace it accord¬
ing to the instructions on page 15, in the Maintenance sec¬
tion of this manual,
BATTERY: Check the battery to be sure it is filled to
the proper level with electrolyte and the vent holes in each
of the filler caps are open. See page IS in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
TRANSMISSION OIL: Seefigure30. Remove the
pipe plug (A) to check the oil. The oil should be level with
the bottom of the threads^ If it is not, add 90 weight trans-
mission oil until it is level with the bottom of the hole
threads.
LUBRICATION: Lubricate all grease zerks and pivot
points according to the Every 25 Hour Maintenance in¬
structions on page 14 of this manual. A pisto-Luber grease
gun specially designed for this purpose is available from your
Simplicity dealer.
ATTACHMENTS: Read and become familiar with the
Owners Manual for any attachments you arc using with
your tractor.
SEAT ADJUSTMENTS: The seat should be adjusted
so the operator can comfor tably depress the clu rch and brake
pedals while sitting back in the seat. See page 9 in the Ad¬
justment section of this manual if the seat requites adjusting.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Refer to the Instruments and Controls section beginning
on page 2 of this manual for the Location and use of the in¬
struments and controls. CAUTION: IT IS DANGEROUS
TO START THE TRACTOR UNLESS YOU ARE SEATED
IN THE TRACTOR SEAT. Insure that the power take off
clutch control lever (s) are in the disengaged position, and
the transmission shift lever is in the neutral START position
2. Move the engine speed control lever to midway between
slow and fast,
3. Pull the choke knob out. In cold weather pull it all the
way out. In warmer weather or when starting an engine wErich
is still warm from recent operation less choke will be re¬
quired.
4. Depress the clutch brake pedal and hold it down to dis-
cngige the transmission drive. Although the engine may be
started without disengaging the clutch, in cold weather it
will start easier with the clutch disengaged since the starting
motor will not have to turn the transmission in addition to
the engine.
5. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the right past the ON
position to the START position to actuate the starter mo¬
tor, As you turn the key, check the Generator warning
light to see that it is functioning properly.
6. When the engine starts, release the key and allow it to re
turn to the ON position. Slowly push the choke in. After
the engine has run for a few minutes it should not require
any choking. If the engine does not start after about 10 sec¬
onds of cranking it may be receiving too rich a fuel mixture.
Push the choke in and try again. The engine may not need to
be choked when starting it in warm weather or if it has been
operated recently.
7. Release the clutch brake pedal as soon as the engine is
running smoothly.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Move the engine speed control lever to the SLOW position.
2- If the tractor has been operating under full load, allow
the engine to idle for about a minute to reduce the engine
temperature. Stopping a hot engine too suddenly can dam¬
age engine parts,
3. Turn the ignition Key counter-clockwise to the vertical
position to stop the engine.
4. Set the parking brake.
5. Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorized use of
the tractor.
CONTROLLING TRACTOR GROUND SPEED
Tractor ground speed can be controlled by the position of
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the transmission shift lever and/or the engine speed control
lever or for short periods by the shuttling drive lever.
ENGINE SPEED
Attachments driven by the power take off operate best at a
particular speed. The engine speed control should be ad¬
justed to set the attachment speed for the operation being
performed and the tractor transmission used to control tra¬
vel speed. The engine speed control is one means for con¬
trolling ground speed when pulling light loads or transport¬
ing the tractor.
TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER
See the chart on page 7 for selecting the gear recommended
for performing various jobs.
Operations such as snow throwing or lawn revitalizing can
be performed more quickly by using a low forward speed
and higher reverse speed. First and third gears are opposite
each other and it is simple*to ''flip shift" with the shutting
speed control in neutral using first for forward and third
for reverse.
STARTING TRACTOR TRAVEL
Assure yourself that the area in which you are going to drive
the tractor is free of obstructions. Insure the shuttle drive
control lever is in the NEUTRAL position, then shift the
four-speed transmission into the desired gear. It is not nec¬
essary to depress the dutch'brake pedal to shift gears if the
shuttle drive control lever is in the neutral position.
Release the parking brake and look around to insure there
are no obstructions in your path. To start the tractor in mo¬
tion, move the shuttle drive control lever SLOWLY forward
or back from the neutral position until it locks in the for¬
ward or reverse position.
STOPPING TRACTOR TRAVEL
Tractor motion may be stopped either with the shuttle drive
control lever or the clutch-brake pedal. To stop the tractor
forward travel use the shuttle drive control lever, move the
lever to the NEUTRAL position and then slowly toward
the REVERSE position. As soon as the tractor stops mov¬
ing, place the shuttle drive control Lever in neutral* If you
wish to stop the tractor while It is moving in reverse, push
the shuttle drive lever past neutral slowly toward the for¬
ward position.
Iu emergencies or If both hands are required on the steering
wheel, depress the clutch-brake pedal to stop the tractor.
Before leaving the tractor seat, shut off the engine, set the
parking brake, and remove the ignition key.
HOT WEATHER OPERATION
When operating the tractor at temperatures above 75°F pay
particular attention to the following items to prevent dam¬
age.
1. Keep the engine cooling fins and fan screen dean and
free of obstruction which would decrease air flow to and
from the engine. See page 14 for cleaning instructions*
2. Insure that you are using the proper grade and weight of
oil in the engine for the temperature where the tractor is be¬
ing used, Check the oil level each time you 511 the fuel tank.
00 NOT OVERFILL THE CRANKCASE - ENGINE
OVERHEATING MAY RESULT.
3* Check the battery water level more frequently than every
25 hours which is recommended under normal conditions.
High temperatures cause faster evaporation of water from
the battery.
4. Remove the carburetor heat deflector used with the snow
thrower or dozer blade.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
When the tractor is being used in temperatures below 30QF,
check the following items closely:
1. Use the correct grade and weight of oil for the temperature
conditions. Change the oil only when the engine is warm. If
an unexpected temperature drop occurs when the engine is
filled with summer oil, before starting the engine, move the
tractor to a warm Location until the oil will flaw freely.
2. Use fresh fuel. Fill the fuel tank after each days use to
protect against moisture condensation.
3. Disengage the clutch when starting the engine.
4. Install the heat deflector furnished with the snow throw¬
er or dozer blade if these attachments are to be used.
DUSTY OPERATING CONDITIONS
When the tractor is operated in dusty or dirty conditions
check the following items closely:
1. Keep the engine fan screen and cooling fins clean and
free of materials which will decrease air flaw.
2. Service the air cleaner more frequently, Dean or replace
it as often as necessary to allow air to How to the carburetor
freely.
3. Change the engine oil more frequently* The oil should be
changed mote often than every 25 hours as is recommended
und& normal conditions. In extremely dusty conditions,
change every ID operating hours.
OUT OF SERVICE PROTECTION (Storage)
When the tractor is to be stored without use for a month or
longer, the following precautions should be taken to insure
your tractor will be ready to go when you need it:
1. Unless you wish to run the tractor until the fuel tank is
empty, add a good brand of gasoline stabilizer. This additive,
Stabil, available from your Simplicity dealer, prevents form¬
ation of gum and varnish for up to one year, providing easier
starting and a cleaner fuel system.
2 Drain and refill the engine crankcase while the engine is
warm. Tie a tag on the tractor indicating what grade and
weight of oil was used*
3. Remove the spark plug and pour one ounce (two table¬
spoons) of SAE 30 engine oil into the cylinder* Engage the
starter to turn the engine over a few times^ then reinstall the
spark plug,
4. Clean the air cleaner element as described on page IS, of
the Maintenance instructions.
5* Plug the exhaust outlet to prevent the entrance of mois¬
ture, dirt, bugs, etc.
6. Insure the battery is filled to the proper level with water
and is fully charged. Battery life will be increased if it is re¬
moved and put in a cool dry place and fully charged about
once a month.
7. GreaseaU grease zerks and put oil on the lubrication points

shown in tha Maintenance section.'
&, If the tractor is to be stored 6 months or Longer block the
tractor up off the wheels to relieve weight and keep the tires
off a damp floor. Protect the tins from prolonged exposure
to direct sunlight.
9. Store the tractor in a dry place indoors.
STARTING THE TRACTOR AFTER STORAGE
Before starting the tractor after storage, do the following:
1. Remove the blocks from under the tractor-
2. Replace the battery.
3. Unplug the exhaust outlet.
4. Perform the Before Operating instructions on page 5-
Altachment
Transporting
Tractor
42 " or 4ft" Rotary
Mower [Smooth
terrain - normal ijrdssl
42" or 48" Rotary
Mower | naugli terrain
heaw or wut arafs}
46” Sickle Bar
33" Lawn Revital-
36” or 42" Snow
Thrower
(Light 3-rmw)
36" or 42" Snow
Throwar tH**vy
or w*t snauf]
42" or 4fi" Snow
Plow and Dozer
Blade
42" Grader Blade
36" Rotary Tiller
1U H Mounted Plow
Cultivator or Planter
Engine Speed
Control
Transmission
Gear Selection
Approx.
Ground
Speed
(MPHl
Required
Accessories
and Options
Recommended
Accessories
end Options
Rear lilt kit.
2 Rear wheel weights when
mowing slopes 20-40^, mow¬
ing slopes greater than 40%
not recommended.
2 Rear wheel weights when
mowing slopes 20-40% mow¬
ing slopes greater than*40%
not recommended.
2 Rear wheel weights when
mowing slopes 20-40%,mow-
Jng slopes greater than 40%
not recommended.
Power lilt kit
Power lift kit. Tire chains.
4 Rear wheel weights,
2 Front wheel weights.
Power lift kit. Tirechains.
4 Rear wheel weights.
2 Front wheel weiefite.
Tinechains, 4Rearwheel
weights. 2Fnontwheel
weights. Power lift kit.
4 Rear wheel weights.
4 Rear wheel weights.
r 2 Front wheel weights.
Power lift kit
4 Rear wheel weights.
2 Front wheel weights.
Power lift kit.
4 Rear wheel weights.
2 Front wheel weights.
Power lift Kit-
REFER TO YOUR ATTACHMENT OWNERS MANUALS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Figure 6- Operation chart.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM OR SYMPTON |
POSSIBLE CAUSES |
CHECKS AND CORRECTIONS
Starter will not turn enqine over. [
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Transmission shift lever not in
neutral position.
Power take off not disengaged.
Battery discharged or dead.
Circuit breaker tripped.
Neutral safety start switch not
properly adjusted.
Wir : nn foo^e nr broken.
Battery lemurs Is corroded.
Move transmission shift lever to neutral start
position.
Move control lever (s] to disengage position.
Check the battery - change or replace as necessar.
Wait a minute for circuit breaker to reset.
Adjust the safety switch for the transmission.
See page 12.
Visually check wiring, replace any broken or
frayed wires, tighten loose connections.
Clean battery terminals.
Engme 'urns - will not start, !
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Out of fuel.
Engine Flooded.
Crankcase oil too heavy.
Fuel filter plumed.
Water m gasoline.
Spark plug worn Or dirty.
Fill fuel tank.
Push choke in, attempt to start.
Change oil as recommended on page 15,
Replace fuel filter. See page 18.
Drain fuel tank, replace fuel filter.
Check and replace or set. See page 15.
Engine starts hard or runs poorly.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Fuel mixture too lean or too rich.
Spark plug worn or dirty.
Push choke in. Clean air filter element.
See page 18.
Adjust carburetor. Seepage 13,
Check and replace or sqt. See page 19.
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Engine knocks.
Not enough oil in crankcase.
Using wrong weight of oil.
Using wrong grade of gasoline.
Add oil as required. See page 14,
Change oil, use weight recommended for
weather conditions, See page 15,
Use regular grade automotive gasoline.
Tractor drive clutch will not
disengage.
Too much clutch free travel.
Belt stop no! properly adjusted.
Adjust clutch pedal free travel. SeepagelD.
Adjust belt stop. See page 10, Clutch Fret travel.
\ Engine will not idle smoothly. Air Cleaner dirty.
Water in fuel tank.
Carburetor fuel mixture set
incorrectly.
Spark plug worn or not set properly.
Clean or replace air cleaner. See page 18.
Remove fuel tank to drain, replace fuel filter.
Adjust carhuretor. See page 13.
Adjust or replace. See page IS.
Excessive oil consumption.
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong weight of oil.
Too much oil in crankcase.
Clean engine fins and fan screen. See page 14.
Change to correct weight oil. See page 15.
Check oil level according to instructions on page 14,
Exhaust is black or smoky. Air filter element dirty.
Fuel mixture too rich,
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Clean or replace filter element. See page 18.
Be sure choke opens fully when it is pushed way
in. Set carburetor adjustment. See page 13-
Engine runs, tractor will not drive
or drive with full power.
4 - Speed transmission not in
gear.
Parking brake ON.
Shuttle drive clutches need
adjusting.
Main drive belts are slipping.
Put 4 - speed transmission in gear.
Release parking brake.
Adjust shuttle drive. Seepage ID.
Adjust clutch belt tension and free travel. See
page 10.
Tractor creeps forward or back
" with shuttle control in Neutral.
Shuttle drive linkage out of
adjustment.
Adjust shuttle drive. See page ID.
Brake will not hold.
Brakes need adjusting.
Worn brake linings.
Adjust brake linkage. See page 11.
Have your Simplicity dealer replace linings.
Tractor drive clutch will not engage.
Too little clutch free travel.
Adjust clutch free travel. Seepage 10.
Tractor handles poorly.
Steering linkage or front axle
loose.
Tires not properly inflated.
Wheels are spinning or slipping.
Moving too fast on sloping surfaces.
Tighten any loose connections.
Inflate tires correctly. Six to eight pounds in
rear and 12^15 pounds in front.
Use weights to provide additional stability
and traction.
Reduce speed.
Power lift will not operate.
Ignition switch may not be on.
Circuit breaker may have cut out.
Loose or broken wiring.
Turn ignition switch on.
Wait a minute for circuit breaker to reset.
Check and repair wiring.
Drive belt slips.
Belt stretched or worn.
Pulleys may be greasy or oily.
Too little clutch free travel-
Replace with correct Simplicity belt.
Clean with non-flammable solvent.
Adjust free travel. Seepage 10,
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ADJUSTMENTS _
Most of the adjustments described here are easy to perform/
Some of the adjustments require a little mechanical know-
how and some special tools to do them well. You may wish
to have your Simplicity dealer make some or all of the ad¬
justments as they are required; however, we have given in¬
structions for them here as a convenience to you should you
wish to make them yourself. CAUTION: DO NOT AT¬
TEMPT TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS WHILE THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING UNLESS REQUIRED IN THE IN¬
STRUCTIONS. IF THE ENGINE MUST BE RUNNING
TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT, BE CAREFUL TO STAY
CLEAR OF ANY MOVING PARTS.
The Landlord and Sovereign tractors have been designed for
easy accessibility to the areas which need to be reached in
making adjustments and performing maintenance. The un¬
derside of the frame is open to provide easy access to areas
requiring lubrication, adjustment, or repair.
RAISING THE TRACTOR HOOD
See figure 6. The tractor hood is hinged at the front by two
spring loaded bolts. It may be easily opened by releasing the
two rubber straps (B) located on either side of the hood.
Pull down and out on the straps to release them. Lift up¬
ward on the back of the hood to raise. The hood raised in
this position provides easy access to the generator, battery
fuel tank, engine, etc.
RAISING THE SEAT DECK
See figure 7. The tractor seat deck (A) is hinged at the back.
To raise thereat deck, reach under it from each side and pull
the two locking levers (B) to the outside. As you hold the
locksout raise the seat deck as shown in figure 5. Raising the
seat deck in this manner will expose many of the transmission
adjustment and maintenance areas.
Figure 0. Left side of tractor
Figure 7. Seat deck release at front oF seat deck.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
See figureB. The tractor seat is properly adjusted when the
operator can comfortably operate the clutch and brake
pedal while sitting back in the seat. The seat can be adjusted
forward or back in any of four positions. If adjustment is
required, proceed as follows:
1. Sec figure 8. Position the seat deck as shown by follow¬
ing the instructions under Raising the Seel Deck on page 9.
2. Remove the two cap screws and lock washers at (A).
3. Remove the two nuts and lock washers at (B).
4. If the seat is to be positioned in either of the two for¬
ward sets of mounting holes the two rubber spacers are
placed over the studs at (B) and used between thereat and
seat deck. If the seat is to be positioned in either of the two
Figures. Seat deck raised.

rearward positions, the rubber spacers are placed over the
studs (B) T but under the seat deck. Line the seat up with the
desired holes in the seat deck, and install the rubber spacers
according to the holes used.
5. Install the two lock washers and nuts at {B) and tighten
them securely.
6. Install the two cap screws and lock washers at (A) and
tighten them securely.
7. Lower the seat deck.
CLUTCH FREE TRAVEL
See figure 9. The clutch free travel is correct when there is
1/4 JS between the uuts (A) and the rod guide when the
clutch brake pedal is released and pulled rearward as far as
it will go. If adjustment is required, proceed as follows:
1. Raise the seat deck as shown in figure 6 ± by following
the instructions under Raising the Seat Deck on page 9.
2. Using two wrenches hold the forward out at (A} station¬
ary with one wrench while turning the rearward nut counter¬
clockwise slightly with the other to separate them.
3. Pull rearward on the clutch brake pedal to insure it has
returned completely to the engaged position.
4. Turn the forward nut at (A) as necessary so that the dis¬
tance between it and the rod guide is 1/4” as shown in fig^
ure 9.
5. Using two wrenches hold the forward nut at {A) station¬
ary while turning the rear one clockwise to tighten the two
nuts together securely.
6. See figure 12. Check belt stop (A) and adjust it if neces¬
sary so it does not rub the drive belt when the clutch brake
pedal is released, When the clutch brake pedal is depressed,
belt stop (A) should pick up the drive belt to aid in disen¬
gaging it. If adjustment is required* loosen nut (B) slightly.
Be sure to tighten nut (B) securely after the adjustment is
completed.
7. Lower the seat deck-
SHUTTLE DRIVE ADJUSTMENT
If the tractor does not drive with full power in either for¬
ward or reverse* creeps (moves slowly forward or backward)
when the shuttle drive control lever is in neutral, or does not
shift into gear without grinding, the shuttle drive may need
adjusting. Proceed as follows:
1. With the engine stopped* raise the tractor seat deck by fol¬
lowing instructions under Raising the Seat Deck on page 9.
2. Center the shuttle drive control lever (figure 1, item G)
in the neutral position as shown.
3, See figure 9. Loosen set screw (B). Slide brake detent (C)
forward or back as necessary to center it on brake pin (D).
lighten set screw (B) securely.
4, Push shuttle drive control forward until it latches in the
forward position, (figure 1, item G).
5- See figure 10. Loosen nut (E)and turn brake pad (F)so
there is 1/&” clearance between the brake pad and the drive
pulley. Tighten nut (E) securely.
6, See figure 10. Use the following procedures to adjust the
forward clutch.
a. See figure 1. Position the shuttle drive control lever
(G) in NEUTRAL as shown.
b. See figure 10. Loosen the set screw in collar (A).
Push the rod guide assembly (B) forward until slack is
removed from the forward drive belt (C).
Figure &. Clutch free travel and shuttle drive adjustment,
c. While holding rod guide assembly (B) forward, lighten
the set screw in collar (A).
d. Lock tha shuttle drive control lever (Figure 1, item G)
in the forward drive position.
e. See figure 10. The distance (D) between the rod guide
and collar (A) should bo 1AT to 3/16”. If it is not,
repeat steps a. through d. until distance (D)is 1/0” to
5/16". Place more tension on belt (C) to increase dis¬
tance (D) or less tension to decrease the distance,
7. Place the shuttle drive control lever in the NEUTRAL
position.
3. See figure 11. Remove the cotter pin from swivel (A)
and pull swivel (A) out of hole (B). Rotate swivel (A) un¬
til all slack is removed from brake band (C) whan swivel
(A) is placed through bole (B),
9. Install the cotter pin in swivel (A) to hold it in position
through hole (B).
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Figure IT, Shuttle drive adjustments.
10, See figure 12, With the shuttle drive control lever lock'
ed in the forward drive position, belt stop (C) should be po¬
sitioned so there is 1/16" to 1/8" clearance between each
leg of it and the clutch belt. If adjustment is necessary,
loosen nut (D) slightly. Tighten nut (D) securely after the
adjustment is completed.
11. Lower the seat deck. Start the engine and drive the
tractor to check your adjustment. If the shuttle drive does
not operate correctly, locate the problem noted below and
make the correction indicated.
Will not pull forward with full power- Repeat adjustment
step 6 pladng more tension on die dutch belt.
[figure 10, item C).
Tractor creeps forward when control lever is in neutral. Re¬
peat step 6 placing less tension on the clutch belt.
(figure 10, item C).
Will not pull with full power in reverie. Repeat steps 7
through 9 tightening brake band (figure 11, item C) more
than previously.
Figure 12. Belt stop adjustments located under seat deck.
Tractor creeps rearward when control lever is in neutral.
Repeat steps 7 through 9 placing lass tension on the brake
band (figure 11, item C) than before.
Cannot shift gears without grinding when shuttle control
lever is in neutral. Repeat steps 2 through 5,
FOOT PEDAL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
The foot pedal brake should be adjusted so that it will stop
the tractor when it is moving backward, but not so tight to
prevent the foot pedal from traveling far enough to disen¬
gage the clutch- If adjustment is requited proceed as follows ■
1. See figure 13. Use one open end wrench to hold nut (A)
stationary, and another wrench to turn nut (B) counter¬
clockwise to loosen it slightly.
2. Turning nut (A) clockwise will give more braking action
and turning it counter-clockwise will give less. The brake ad¬
justment can best be made by using the trial and error
method, and operating the tractor each rime an adjustment
has been made. The best adjustment can be made by turn¬
ing nut (A)counter-clockwise until the foot pedal brake does
not work. Then turning it clockwise, one turn at a rime,
until the tractor will stop satisfactorily when rolling back¬
ward- This is the correct adjustment. Further tightening may
cause the brake to drag, or prevent proper clutch disengage¬
ment.
3. After you are satisfied that the adjustment is correct use
one wrench to hold nut (A) stationary and another turn nut
(B) clockwise to tighten the nuts securely together.
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Although the transmission may help prevent the tractor from
rolling when it is in gear and the engine is stopped, the park¬
ing brake should be properly adjusted and used whenever the
operator leaves the tractor seat The parking brake is actua-
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Figure 13, Brake adjustment near left rear wheel.

Figure 14* Parking brake adjustment on left side of tractor.
ted and adjusted independently of the foot brake. It is cor¬
rectly adjusted when it will prevent the tractor from rolling
either forward or backward and some resistance is felt when
It is placed in the enraged position. If it is too tight, it will
be difficult to place it in the engaged position. To adjust the
parking brakes proceed as follows:
1. See figure 14. NOTE: ALL DIRECTIONS GIVEN FOR
ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKE, ARE AS IF YOU
ARE STANDING AT THE FRONT OF THE TRACTOR
LOOKING BACK TOWARD THE PARKING BRAKE.
Loosen nut (A) by turning it clockwise.
2. See figure 14. After insuring the tractor Is either on a
level surface or the wheels are blocked so it will not roll,
pull forward on the parking brake handle (B) to disengage
the parking brake.
3. Rotate parking brake handle (B) clockwise to tighten the
parking brake, or counter-clockwise to loosen it. Turn the
brake one complete revolution when making any adjust¬
ment. After turning the handle (B) one revolution place it
in the encaged position to check it for correct adjustment.
The correct engaged position Is as shown in figure 14, with
the handle at approximately the one o'clock position as
you face it from the front of the tractor.
4. After the correct adjustment has been made, use a wrench
to tighten nut (A) securely by turning it counter-clockwise.
TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SAFETY
START SWITCH
If the engine starter will not actuate when the transmission
shift lever is in neutral or will actuate when the transmission
shift lever is not in the neutral position, the neutral safety
starting switch may need adjusting. The power take off
lever {s) must be disengaged before the starter will operate
also. Adjust the transmission safety start switch as follows:
1. Raise thereat deck as explained on page 9 under Raising
the Seat Deck.
2. Place the transmission shift lever in the neutral START
position.
3. See figure 15. The neutral safety start switch (A) can be
Figure 15. Neutral safety start switch located under seat
deck.
properly adjusted by loosening lock nut (B) and raising or
lowering carriage bolt (C),
4. Tighten Lock nut (B) against shifter shaft.
5. Lower the seat deck.
6. Check the adjustment by starting the tractor.
POWER TAKE-OFF CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
See figure 16.The power take off clutch is properly adjusted
when pulley (A) moves 1/8“ when the power take off con¬
trol Lever is engaged and disengaged. If adjustment Is re¬
quired, proceed as follows:
1. Raise the seat deck, by following the instructions on page
9 under Raising the Seat Deck.
2. Place the power take off clutch control lever [figure d,
item C) in the engaged position.
3. Observe the movement of pulleys (A) in relation to cup
(B) as the pow^r take off control is moved slowly from the
engaged to disengaged position. If the pulleys (A) move more
or lass than 1/8" adjustment is required-
Ftgure 16. Power take off dutch-
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Figure 17, Generator located on right side of engine.
4. Turn the rear most out at (C) counter-clockwise to loo¬
sen it slightly. To increase the amount pulley (A) travels turn
the nuts at (C) clockwise. To decrease travel of pulley (A),
turn the nuts counter-clockwise. Adjust themits at (C) and
observe the travel of pulleys (A) as the power take off lever
is engaged and disengaged. When adjustment has been made
so the pulley (A) travels 1/0" tighten the rear most nut at
(C) against the forward nut to lock them in place.
5. Rscheck your adjustment.
6. Lower the seat deck.
STARTER-GENERATOR BELT ADJUSTMENT
See figure 17. If the starter turns, but the engine does not
rotate, the starter generator belt may need tightening. Pro¬
ceed as follows:
1. Raise the tractor hood as explained on page 9 under
Raising the Tractor Hood.
2. See figure 17. Loosen slightly the two nuts (A) cap screw
(B) and nut (C). Use a pry bar (D) similar to the one
shown between the generator and engine block to apply
pressure to the generator and tighten the belt. The belt
should be tight enough so thumb pressure at (E) will de¬
flect it about 1/4 J \
3. While holding the pry bar to maintain tension on the
belt, tighten the mounting bracket at fC) securely.
4. Actuate the starter to make sure the engine will rotate. If
it does not, loosen the nut at (C) and apply more tension to
the belt.
5. Tighten the two nuts at (A) and the cap screw (B) securely.
Figure 18* Carburetor adjustments.
6. L ower the hood and lock it in place.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor is adjusted at the factory and normally does
not need adjustment unless it has been disassembled or
tampered with.
INITIAL ADJUSTMENT
Initial adjustment will permit the engine to be started and
wanned up prior to final adjustment. Proceed as follows:
1. See figure 18. Turn the needle valve (A) clockwise until
it just closes. CAUTION; VALVE MAY BE DAMAGED
BY TURNING IT IN TOO FAR.
2. Open the needle valve (A) one and one half twins coun¬
ter-clockwise,
3. Turn the idle valve (B) clockwise until it just closes.
4. Open idle valve (B) one half to three quarter turns.
FINAL ADJUSTMENT
1. Start the engine and run it at full speed.
2. See figure 13, Turn needle valve (A) clockwise until en¬
gine misses, (Lean mixture), then turn it out (counter¬
clockwise) past the smooth operating point, until the engine
runs unevenly (Rich mixture). How rum needle valve (A)
to the mid-point between the rich and lean mixture so the
engine runs smoothly.
3. Move the engine speed control lever to the slow position,
and set the idle speed adjusting sc raw (C) so a fast idle is ob¬
tained (1200 RPM). Hold the throttle in this idle position
and turn the idle valve (BJ clockwise (Lean) and counter¬
clockwise (rich) until the engine idles smoothly.
4. Reset the idle speed so the engine idles at 1200 RPM, Push
the engine speed control lever forward to the fast position,
the engine should accelerate without hesitation or sputtering.
If the engine does not accelerate properly, readjust needle
valve (A) to a slightly richer mixture.
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MAINTENANCE—
Vour Simplicity tractor has been designed end manufactured
to give you many years of dependable operation. In order
for it to give you efficient, trouble free service over a long
period of time the maintenance operations listed here must
be performed on a regular baas. The optional hour meter
provides an accurate method of determining when these ser¬
vices need to be performed.
A wide variety of attachments and accessories permit use of
your tractor throughout the year. BECAUSE YOUR TRAC¬
TOR IS A MULTI SEASON TOOL, IT IS VERY IMPORT¬
ANT TO SERVICE TOE ENGINE FOR THE SEASON IN
WHICH IT WILL BE OPERATED. Be sure to change to
winter grade oil before making cold weather starts.
Whenever you are checking fluid levels in any area of the
tractor, the readings will be much more accurate if the tractor
is setting on level ground. We have provided the Scheduled
Maintenance Chart on page 15 as a convenient means for
you to know which services should be performed at various
times. You should, of course, refer to the detailed explana¬
tion of how to perform each maintenance task until you
are familiar enough with it to perform it cqrrecdy from
memory.
Refer to your Briggs and Stratton operating and mainten¬
ance instructions for more specific detail on servicing the
engine.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts required for performing maintenance ser-
vices or repair work should be purchased from your Simpli¬
city dealer. When ordering parts be prepared to give him the
tractor and engine identification numbers. If you have not
already recorded these numbers on the inside front cover of
this manual, we suggest that you do so now for convenient
Future reference.
EVERY 5 HOURS OF OPERATION
INSPECT THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE: Make
a ger . _j inspection of the tractor and engine looking for
loose bolts, oil leaks, low tire pressures, etc. A few minutes
spent correcting a small problem could prevent a costly
breakdown later.
CHECK ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL: See
figure i 9. If the engine has been running, allow a minute or
two ivr the oil to drain down into the crankcase before
checking the oil level. Proceed as follows:
1. See figure 19, Turn the engine oil filler cap-dipstick (A)
counter-clockwise and lift it out.
e the oil from the dipstick with a clean cloth.
Z- Replace the filler cap-dipstick in the filler pipe and turn
the cap clockwise finger tight.
4, Remove the tiller cap-dipstick and check the oil level
on the dipstick.
5. If the oil is below the full line (B ) shown in figure 19, add
enough oil to bong the oil level up to the full mark. Use
the same grade and weight of oil which is already in the
Figure 19. Checking the engine oil at right front of tractor.
engine. DO NOT OVER FI LL THE CRANKCASE,
6. R eplace the filler cap-dipstick (A) and tighten it securely.
EVERY 25 HOURS OF OPERATION
CLEAN ENGINE FINS AND SCREEN: See fig-
tire 20. The blower screen (A) must be kept relatively free of
chaff, gras, etc., which would restrict the flow of cooling
Figure 20. Engine blower screen located at rear of engine as
seen from beneath tractor.
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air to the engine. Material which collects can normally be
removed with a brush after the engine is shut off. The screen
may need to he cleaned more often when mowing dry
grass.
See figure 22. All grass and chaff should be removed from
the engine furs [A). CAUTION: THE ENGINE FINS ARE
VERY HOT AFTER THE ENGINE HAS B£EN OPER^
ATED. DO NOT TOUCH THEM UNTIL THE ENGINE
HAS SEEN ALLOWED TO COOL. NEVER SPRAY WATER
ON A HOT ENGINE.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL: Every 25 hours or more
often under dusty operating conditions, change the engine
oil, using an oil with designation Of SC or SD or MS.
SUMMER
{Above 40°F.)
Use SAE 30
If not available.
Use SAE 10W-3O
or
SAE 10W-40
WINTER
(Under 40° F.)
Use SAE 5W-2Q or
SAE 5W- 30
Lf not available.
Use SAE 10W or
SAE IOW’30
(Below 0°F)
Use SAE 10W or
SAE 10W-30
Diluted 10% with Kerosene
1. Operate the engine at least ID minutes or until it is warm
so the oil will drain freely.
2. See figure 21. Remove the drain plug £A) from the bot-
tom of the engine base and allow the oil to dr ain.
3. After the oil has completely drained from the engine re¬
place the drain plug and tighten it securely.
4. See figure 19. Remove the filler cap-dipstick (A) and
pour 2 quarts of oil into the engine through the oil filler
pipe, being careful not to allow any dirt or foreign material
to contaminate the oil.
5. Check the oilieveL It should show up to the full mark (B)
on the dipstick.
Figure 21. Left front of tractor.
6. R eplace the oil filler cap-dipstick, start the engine and
check for leaks.
CLEAN ENGINE AIR FILTER; The foam pre-
cleaner should be removed and cleaned at 3 month intervals
or every 25 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
1. See figure 21. Remove the wing nut (B) and cover (C)
from the air cleaner unit.
2. See figures 22 and 23. Remove the foam precleaner (B)
and wash it in liquid detergent and water and squeeze dry.
3. Ql the precleaner with one ounce of engine oil, and
Service Required
Page
After each cycle of indicated hours
5
*
25
1Q0
1
Inspect the tractor and engine
14
•
Chock engine crankcase oil level
14
4
Clean engine fins and screen*
14
•
Change engine oil* (First change ; hoursi
15
m
Clean engineer filter* ~ 1
15
m
Lubricate grease fittings 4
16
m
Lubricate pivot points*
16
#
Check tire pressure
17
#
-- ■ ■ ——
Check transmission oil level
17
•
Check bevel gearbox oil level
17
•
IS
•
[ Uean or replace air filter element*
18
18
•
Repack front wheel bearings
IS
•
Repack planetary assembly
19
Clean and reset spark plug
19
•
Clean battery cables and connections
IS
-
*More often wider dotty and/or hot weather operating conditions.
See your Briggs and Stratton instructions for more complete information on servicing the engine.
Scheduled Maintenance Chart.
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Figure 22. Air cleaner with cover removed on left side of
engine.
squeeze it to distribute the oil evenly.
4r Install the foam precleaner a? shown in figures 22 and 23-
5. See figure 21- Replace the air cleaner cover (C)and fas-
ten it securely with wing nut (B),
LUBRICATE GREASE FITTINGS: Your tractor
has 7 grease fittings which should be lubricated every 25
hours with multi-purpose lithium base gun grease. Wipe the
fitting clean and lubricate each one with five shots of grease,
or until the grease is seen being forced from the bearing.
When operating under extremely wet or dusty conditions,
lubricate more often. The grease fittings are located as fol¬
lows:
LOCATION
Left Spindle
Right Spindle
Clutch-brake Pedal
Steering Bracket
Right Axle Hub
Right Axle
ILLUSTRATION
Figure 21 r Item D
Figure 24 r Item A
Figure 24, Item B
Figure 25, Item A
Figure 26, Item A
Figure 27, Item A
Figure 24. Right front corner of tractor.
LUBRICATE PIVOT POINTS: Every 25 hours a
film of grease should be placed at the end of the neutral start
safety switch, on the steering gear and on the shuttle drive
brake detent to provide smoother operation and help re¬
duce wear. They are located as follows:
LOCATION ILLUSTRATION
Neutral Safety Start Switch Figure 15, Item C
Steering Gear Figure 25, Item B
Shuttle Drive Brake Detent Figure 9, Items C Si D
A few drops of engine oil placed on the tractor pivot points
will help reduce wear and provide smoother operation of the
tractor and its controls. Every 25 hours or more often under
wet or dusty operating conditions, place a few drops of SAE
30 engine oil on the pivot points, being careful not to get
oil on belts or pulleys as it may causa them to slip. Pivot
points are located as follows:
Figure 23* Air cleaner assembly disassembled.
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Figure 25. Steering gear as seen from beneath tractor.

Figure 26. Creese zerk located inside right wheel hub-
LOC ATI ON
ILLUSTRATION
Left Tie Rod End
Right Tie Rod End
Front Axle Pivot
Power Take Off Pivot
Figure 21, Item E
Figure 24 r Item C
Figure 23, Item A
Figure 29, Item A
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE: Tires wihlast longer and
perform better if they are kept properly inflated. They
should be inflated as follows. Front tires 12 to 15 PSL Rear
tires 6 - fl PSI.
CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL: See figure
30. Remove pipe plug (A) to check the oil level in the axle
housing. Oil should he level with the bottom of the threads.
If it is not, add SAE 90 weight transmission oil. Replace
the plug and tighten it securely.
Figure 27, Grease zerk on right rear axle.
Figure 23. Front of tractor showing axle pivot.
If it should be necessary to drain the axle housing, the drain
plug is located at (B). Always tighten it securely when replac¬
ing to prevent oil leakage.
CHECK BEVEL GEAR BOX OIL LEVEL: See
figure 31. The check and fill plug for the bevel gearbox is
located at (A). Remove it to check the oil leveL The bevel
gear boot is properly filled when oil is visible at the bottom
of the elbow. If filled to the top of the elbow, oil may be
forced out the vent plug located on top of the bevel gear
housing. If oil is required, add SAE 90 weight transmission
oil. Fill only until oil can be seen in the bottom of the pipe
elbow. If it should be necessary to drain the bevel gw hous¬
ing, the drain plug is located at (B), Always tighten it se-
uiety when replacing to prevent oil leakage.
Figure 29. Power take off Idler pulley, pivot points as seen
from beneath tractor.
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Figure 30, Hear of tractor showing axle drive housing.
Figure 32. Tractor battery visible when hood is raised.
CHECK BATTERY WATER LEVEL: See figure
32. Every 25 hours, or more often when operating the trac¬
tor in temperatures above 72QF, remove the 6 battery caps
(A) and check the water level in each cell- When the battery
is in use, water evaporates from it Never allow the water
level in the battery to get below the top of the plates. Fill
the battery to the marking ring with distilled water as shown
in figure 32. If distilled water is not available, dean tap
water may be used.
EVERY 100 HOURS OR ONCE A YEAR
CLEAN OR REPLACE AIR FILTER ELEMENT:
The engine air deaner is made up of two types' of filters- The
foam filter (Figure 22, Item B) and a dry filtering element
The foam element should be cleaned and oiled every 25
hours as explained under the Every 25 Hour Maintenance
Figure 31. Bevel gear housing located under seat dock.
Services. Once a year or every 100 hours, whichever occurs
first, the paper dement should be removed and cleaned or
replaced. Proceed as follows:
I. See figure 21. Remove wing nut (B) and cover (C) from
the air cleaner.
2- See figures 22 & 23. Remove the foam dement (BJ and
dean and oil it as described In the Every 25 Hour Mainten¬
ance Service.
3- Remove wing nut (C)and remove the paper element from
the air deaner.
4 Oean the element by tapping it gently on a flat surface.
Ifit is very dirty, replace the dement or wash it in detergent,
and water rinse until water remains clear. The dement must
be dried thoroughly before using.
5. See figures 22 & 23. Replace the paper element and wing
nut (C) and tighten it securely,
6. Install the foam dement (B) over the paper element as
shown in figure 22.
7. See figure 21, Replace cover (Q and wing nut (B) and
tighten securely.
REPLACE FUEL FILTER: See figure 21. Every 100
hours or more often under dirty field conditions, the fhel
filter fF) should be replaced- CAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE
THE FUEL FILTER WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT, AS
SPILLED GASOLINE MAY IGNITE. USE CARE WREN
REMOVING AND INSTALLING CLAMPS 1G), NOT TO
SPREAD THEM ANY MORE THAN NECESSARY AS
THEY MAY TAKE A SET AND NOT HOLD THE HOSE
TO THE FILTER PROPERLY.
In extremely dirty ftiel conditions, the fuel filter may be^
come filled with dirt and restrict fuel flow- The filter can be
washed in solvent and blown out with compressed air and
used.
REPACK FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS: Every
100 hours of operation or once a year, the front wheel bear-
intp should be removed and repacked with grease. Proceed
as follows: