Operation, Checks before starting, Clutch/brake pedal operation – Simplicity 1692969 User Manual

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Operation

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweights

installed if required. See Slope Operation in the

Safety Rules section. Make sure any slopes are with-

in required limits.

2. Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick.

See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions
and oil recommendations.

3. Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in

place and tight.

4. Make sure you can reach all controls from operator’s

positions. If not, see SEAT ADJUSTMENT.

5. Fill the gasoline tank with fresh gasoline. Fill to bot-

tom of filler neck to avoid spillage and overflow. DO

NOT mix oil with gasoline. Refer to engine manual for
gasoline recommendations.

A

Figure 8. Clutch/Brake Pedal Operation

WARNING

A. Clutch/Brake Pedal Gear Model

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be

Brake Pedal Hydro Model

dled with care. Never fill the tank when the

B. Parking Brake Knob

engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the

6. Move the engine throttle control (B, figures 2 3) to

area. Avoid overfilling and wipe up any spills.

SLOW. Warm up the engine by running it for at least

a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION

t h e t r a c t o r

On gear model, depressing the pedal (A, figure 8)

halfway disengages the transmission drive. Depressing

pedal further applies the tractor brake.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

On hydro model, depressing the pedal applies the
tor brake.

PARKING BRAKE

Parking brake can be applied by fully depressing the

brake pedal (A, figures

then pulling up on the parking

brake knob (B, figure 8).

On hydro model, ground speed is infinitely variable
according to how far the pedals J, figure 2) are
moved in the forward or reverse position.

On gear model, ground speed is selected by fully
depressing the clutch/brake pedal, then moving the gear
selector figure 3) to the appropriate position. Most

mowing is done in 3rd or 4th gear with engine speed

between

and full speed. If the terrain is rough, hilly or

sloping, use first or second gear. If the grass is wet or
over three inches (76mm) high, use full engine speed

(with low gear) so the mower will have enough power to

cut the grass. Shift gears

Tractor stopped and

clutch/brake pedal fully depressed.

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. While sitting in the operator seat, set the parking

brake.

2. Set engine throttle control

figures 2 3) all the

way up to CHOKE. A warm engine may not require
choking.

3. Disengage the PTO by pushing the

all the way

down (F, figures 2 3)

4. On hydro models, with your foot off the pedals

J, figure 2) the tractor is in the neutral position.

On gear models, put the gear selector figure 3) in
neutral.

5. Insert the key into the ignition switch (D, figure 2 3)

and turn it to START.

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1. If you are ready to mow, set the mower to the desired

cutting height. See Adjusting Mower Cutting Height,
page 8.

2. Set engine throttle control (B, figures 2 3) for

desired speed. Between

and full speed is recom-

mended for mowing.

3. Engage the mower PTO by pulling up on the switch

(F, figures 2

3).

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