Simplicity 2691127-0, Operator'S Manual

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Brake Pedal
Depressing the brake pedal applies the tractor
brake.
Ground Speed Pedals
The forward ground speed pedal controls the
tractor’s forward ground speed. The reverse
ground speed pedal controls the tractor’s reverse
ground speed.
Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch
The PTO (Power Take-Off ) switch engages and
disengages the mower blade clutch. To engage
the PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to
disengage.
NOTICE: The operator must be seated firmly in
the tractor seat for the PTO to function.
Parking Brake
This locks the parking brake when the tractor is
stopped. See Parking Brake section.
Headlight Switch
This turns the tractor headlights on and off.
Transmission Release Lever
This releases the transmission so that the tractor
can be pushed by hand.
Fuel Tank
To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.
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Throttle Control
This controls the engine speed. Move the throttle
control to the FAST position to increase engine
speed and SLOW position to decrease engine
speed. Always operate at full throttle.
Height-of-Cut Switch
This adjusts the mower cutting height. Press the
switch UP to raise the mowing cutting height and
DOWN to lower the mower cutting height.
Electronic Panel
See Electonic Panel Features section.
Reverse Mowing Option (RMO)
This allows the operator to mow (or use other
PTO driven attachments) while traveling in
reverse. To activate, turn the RMO key after the
PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illuminate,
and the operator can then mow in reverse. Each
time the PTO is engaged, the RMO needs to be
reactivated if desired.
Starter Insert
When not in use, remove starter insert and store
out of the reach of children. Remove the starter
insert to shutdown the engine.
STOP STOP
12- Volt Power Outlet
The power outlet is 12V-DC. Accessory must be
rated at 9 amps or less.
12V
Cruise Control
The cruise control is used to lock the ground
speed control in forward. Move the lever forward
until the desired ground speed is reached. To
disengage the cruise control move the lever back.
In the event you need to stop quickly, depressing
the brake pedal will also return the cruise control
to neutral.
Start/Stop Push Button
• Press and hold the push button to start the
engine.
• Press the push button when the engine is
running to shut down the engine.
Fuel Level Gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Attachment Lift Control Lever
When using the mower deck, lift the deck off the
ground while transporting to and from the job
site. DO NOT cut with the mower in the raised,
transport position.
The attachment lift control lever raises and lowers
attachments that utilize the tractor’s manual lift
linkage. To lower an attachment: pull the lever
back slightly, depress the release button, and
push the lever forward until it locks in the lowered
position. To raise an attachment: push the lever
forward slightly, depress the release button,
then pull the lever back until it locks in the raised
position.
Differential Lock Pedal
Depressing this pedal locks the transmission dif-
ferential, locking both rear wheels into “drive”.
Use this feature if the tractor is stuck because one
wheel is slipping. Engage the differential lock
at slow ground speeds only.