Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Prestige 1800 Series, Prestige 2800 Series, Prestige 500 Series, Conquest 1700 Series, Conquest 2700 Snapper
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OPERA T OR’S MANU AL 16HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description 1694009 Broadmoor, 16HP 1694010 Broadmoor, 16HP 1694011 Conquest, 16HP Hydro 1694018 1606, 16HP Hydro 1694019 1616, 16HP Hydro 1694020 1.
1 T roub leshooting, Adjustment & Service .........32 Troubleshooting the Tractor ..................................32 Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................33 Battery Charging ................................................
2 GENERAL OPERA TION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine.
3 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
4 Safety Rules & Information SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.
5 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access.
6 Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
7 CE Safety Icons Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Warning: Remove Key Before Servicing.
8 Features & Controls Throttle/Choke Contr ol (Single Lever Models) The throttle/choke lever controls engine speed and choke. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle. Move the control fully forward (past the detent) to close the choke.
Headlights The light switch turns the tractor headlights on and off. PT O Switch The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- gages attachments that use the PTO. To engage the PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to disengage. Note that the operator must be seated firmly in the trac- tor seat for the PTO to function.
10 Features & Controls Figure 2. Engaging the Parking Brake A. Ground Speed Pedals B. Brake Pedal C. Parking Brake Knob P ARKING BRAKE FUNCTION Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2.
11 Features & Controls D ASHBO ARD DISPLA Y (SELECT MODELS) Display Items Refer to Figures 3a and 3b. A. FUEL LEVEL Indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Left is empty; right is full. B. HOUR METER / CLOCK / SERVICE INDICATOR Displays the clock, hour meter, and maintenance reminder.
12 Operating the T ractor GENERAL OPERA TING SAFETY Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. ADDING FUEL To add fuel: 1.
13 ST OPPING THE TRA CT OR & ENGINE 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral. 2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Place the throttle control in the position specified in the engine owner’s manual provided in the operator's packet shipped with your tractor.
14 Operating the T ractor USING A MULCHING MO WER (40” MO WER ONL Y) Benefits of Proper Mulc hing Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and then blows them down into the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products that your lawn can use.
15 Operating the T ractor Figure 7. Raising & Lowering Mower - 40” Mowers A. Mower Lift Lever B. Mower Height Adjuster A B Figure 6. Cutting Height Adjustment - 40” Mowers A.
MO WER DECK REMO V AL & INST ALLA TION Lift Link Models 16 Operating the T ractor Removing the Mo wer Dec k 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as a con- crete floor. Turn off PTO switch and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake.
17 Operating the T ractor Figure 11. Mower Hitch A. Tractor Hitch Brackets B. Spring-Loaded Lever A B Installing the Mower Dec k 1. Park tractor, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the wheels fully to the left. 2. Place mower height adjuster (B, Figures 7 & 8) in the lowest cutting position.
18 Removing the Mo wer Dec k 1. Park the tractor, fully lower the attachment lift, turn off the PTO, turn off the engine, remove the key, and engage the parking brake. If equipped, pivot the gauge wheels into sliding position (see Figure 13). 2. Place mower in the lowest cutting position using the mower height control.
19 Operating the T ractor A B Figure 15. Mower Hitch A. Tractor Hitch Brackets B. Spring-Loaded Lever Installing the Mower Dec k NOTE: Perform mower installation on a hard, level sur- face such as a concrete floor.
20 Operating the T ractor A F C D G Figure 18. Lift Link - Manual Lift Models A. Pin B. Rear Hole of Lift Bar (Snowthrower Applications) C. Spacer D. Hair Pin Clip E.
21 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PR OCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. * Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions.
22 Regular Maintenance CHECK / CLEAN OIL COOLER (SELECT MODELS) Service Interval: Every 25 Hours, or As Necessary The engine oil cooler is located on the side of the engine (A, Figure 19) and should be cleaned with compressed air at regular intervals or if dirty.
23 Regular Maintenance B A TTER Y MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Battery and Cables Service Interval: Every 100 Hours 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (A, Figure 21). 2. Remove the battery hold-down (C) and battery. 3. Clean the battery compartment with a solution of bak- ing soda and water.
24 Regular Maintenance LUBRICA TION Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 22- 26 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts.
25 Regular Maintenance LUBRICA TE REAR AXLE SHAFTS Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubri- cating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes future service easier.
26 Regular Maintenance SER VICING THE MO WER BLADES Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required NOTE: Mower blades must be timed perpendicular to each other. 1. Remove mower deck (see “Mower Deck Removal”). 2. See Figure 28. To remove blade for sharpening, use a block of wood to prevent blade rotation while loos- ening the capscrew.
27 Regular Maintenance CHECK MO WER BLADE TIMING - 40” MO WERS Service Interval: Yearly 1. Turn the PTO OFF, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off, and remove the key. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower deck removal”). 2. Turn the mower deck over and check the position of the blades.
28 Regular Maintenance Figure 34. Transmission ID Tag Location A. ID Tag B. K62 Expansion Chamber TUFF TORQ K61 10010101010 10010101 TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE K57 Maintenance The K57 is a sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance. K62 Maintenance The K62 is a sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance.
29 Regular Maintenance K71 Maintenance The following maintenance procedures must be per- formed on the K71 transmission after the first 50 hours of operation and then after every 250 hours. TRANSMISSION INFORMATION Transmission Oil Capacity: Apx. 4-1/2 qt (4.
30 Regular Maintenance Figure 40. Internal Transmission Filter Service A. Filter Access Cap B. Internal Filter 5. Remove and replace the internal transmission filter (B, Figure 40). 6. Reinstall the filter access cap (A, Figure 40) and the two 14mm drain plugs (A, Figure 41).
31 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE RECORDS.
32 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly.
33 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service T r actor T roub leshooting Cont. Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch/brake is out of adjustment. See Adjustments Section. 2. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 3. Belt stretched or worn. Replace with new belt.
34 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 43. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever B. Carriage Bolt, Spacer, Washer, & Nut C. Seat Spring A Figure 44.
35 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The steering wheel on Snapper models is not adjustable. 1. Use a suitable punch to remove the roll pin at the base of the steering wheel (B, Figure 45). 2. Pull down on the rubber boot to expose the two holes in the steering shaft (A).
36 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PT O CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour break-in period and then after every 250 hours of opera- tion. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed.
37 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service MO WER ADJUSTMENTS Gauge Wheels (Select Models) The mower gauge wheels can be placed in two positions depending on the height of cut. When using higher cut- ting heights, set the wheels in the lower position.
38 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service FRONT-TO-BACK LEVELING NOTE: 54” mowers have two adjustment rods that should be adjusted simultaneously. 6. Arrange the blades so they face front-to-back. 7. Measure the distance from the ground to the front tip of the center blade, and from the ground to rear tips of left-hand and right-hand blades.
39 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 53. Mower Belt Routing A. Idler Pulley Arm C. Belt Guide (44” & 50”) B. PTO Clutch Pulley D. Arbor Drive Pulley MO WER BEL T REPLA CEMENT 44” & 50” PT O Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor.
40 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Arbor Drive Belt Replacement - 44”, 50”, & 54” Mower s NOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicity replace- ment parts. 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine and lock the parking brake.
41 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 40” Mower PT O Belt Replacement 1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key.
42 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement 1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key.
43 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 38” Mower Drive Belt Replacement NOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicity replace- ment parts. Check the back of this manual or the decal under the hood for common replacement part numbers. NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the mower to install a new belt.
44 Specifications ENGINE: 23 HP* K ohler Make Kohler Model CV23S Horsepower 23 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 41.1 Cu. in (674 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 15 amp. Alternator, Battery: 500 CCA Oil Capacity 2 qt. ( 1.9L) 20 HP* K ohler Make Kohler Model CV20S Horsepower 20 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 38.
45 Specifications TRANSMISSIONS: K71 Type Hydrostatic Tuff Torq K71 Hydraulic Fluid 10w 30 Premium Engine Oil Capacity 4.8 qt (4,6 L) Speeds Forward: 0-7.2 MPH (0-11.6 km/h) @ 3400 rpm Reverse: 0-4.5 MPH (0-7.2 km/h) Continuous Torque 410 ft. lbs. (554 N.
46 Parts & Accessories REPLA CEMENT P ARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. TECHNICAL MANU ALS Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists.
Lawn Care & Mowing Information LC-1 HO W AND WHEN T O W A TER, FERTILIZE & AERA TE Most lawns are watered too often, but with too little water.
LC-2 Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HO W OFTEN T O MO W The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: ● Mow when the grass is between 3”-4” (7,5-10 cm) high.
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