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GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on

the unit before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instruc-

tions, to operate the unit (local regulations can restrict operator
age).

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the blade(s).

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop unit

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look

down and behind before and while travelling in reverse.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at

anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the deflector in place.

• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running unit unattended. Always disengage the

PTO, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dis-
mounting.

• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are

involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries.
These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding
mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from injury.

• Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to

other people or property.

• All drivers should seek and obtain professional and practical

instruction.

• Always wear substantial footwear and trousers.  Never operate

when barefoot or wearing sandals.

• Before using, always visually check that the blades and blade hard-

ware are present, in-tact, and secure.  Replace worn or damaged
parts.

• Never operate the machine with defective guards, or without safety

protective devises in place.

• Disengage attachments before: refuelling, removing an attachment,

making adjustments (unless the adjustment can be made from the
operator’s position).

• When the machine is parked, stored, or left unattended, lower the

cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock is used.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel weights or

counterweights.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents,
which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution.
If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate
on it.

Control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the
application of the brake.  The main reasons for loss of control are: insuffi-
cient tire grip on the ground, speed too fast, inadequate braking, the type
of machine is unsuitable for it’s task, lack of awareness of the ground con-
ditions, incorrect hitching and load distribution.

Read these 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.

This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

The triangle         in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

Safety Rules & Information

WARNING

Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent
(10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in
20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. 

When operating on slopes use additional wheel
weights or counterweights.  See your dealer to
determine which weights are available and
appropriate for your unit. 

Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope.
In addition to front and rear weights, use extra caution
when operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass
catcher.

Mow UP and DOWN the slope, never across the
face, use caution when changing directions and DO
NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

Do

• See your authorized dealer for recommendations of wheel weights

or counterweights to improve stability. 

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the

unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes even through

the brakes are functioning properly. Choose a low gear so that you
will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. 

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These

can change the stability of the unit. 

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make

sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling downhill.  When

clutching, release clutch slowly.

Do Not

• Do not start or stop on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the

blade(s) and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower

could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or
ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not use grass catchers on steep slopes.
• Do not mow slopes you cannot back up.
• Do not shift to neutral and coast down hill.

Summary of Contents for Broadmoor 2600 Series

Page 1: ...V Twin Hydro 1693823 2616VH 16HP V Twin Hydro 18HP V Twin Tractors Mfg No Description 1693600 Broadmoor 18HP V Hydro 1693602 1618H 18HP V Twin Hydro 1693604 2618H 18HP V Twin Hydro 1693613 Broadmoor...

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Page 3: ...operating position Identification Numbers 2 Safety Rules Information 3 Features Controls 6 Control Functions 6 Parking Brake Cruise Control Knob Functions 8 Dashboard Display Functions 8 Safety Interl...

Page 4: ...the space provided for easy reference The Unit I D tag is located on the left side of the frame as shown below The Mower Deck I D tag is also on the left side on top of the mower deck For location of...

Page 5: ...r if you feel uneasy on it do not operate on it Control of a ride on machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the application of the brake The main reasons for loss of control are insuffi ci...

Page 6: ...have dissipated Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed with a plastic bed liner Always place containers on the ground away...

Page 7: ...ING AVOID SUDDEN TURNS IF YOU CANNOT BACK UP A HILL DO NOT OPERATE ON IT GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE AND BACK DOWN SLOWLY BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE S...

Page 8: ...ore detailed information E PTO Switch The PTO Power Take Off switch engages and disen gages attachments that use the front PTO To engage the PTO pull UP on the switch Push DOWN to disen gage Note that...

Page 9: ...se ground speed is controlled by the reverse ground speed control pedal I Figure 1 Depress the REAR pedal to increase REVERSE ground speed Note that the further down the pedal is depressed the faster...

Page 10: ...To lock the parking brake release the ground speed pedals A fully depress the brake pedal B pull UP on the parking brake cruise control knob C and then release brake pedal Releasing the Parking Brake...

Page 11: ...OT engaged AND Brake pedal is fully depressed or parking brake is engaged AND An operator is sitting in the seat Test 3 Engine should SHUT OFF if Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged OR Operator r...

Page 12: ...and wipe up any spills DANGER OPERATING ON SLOPES CAN BE DANGEROUS Never operate on slopes greater than 17 6 10 which is a rise of 3 1 2 feet vertically in 20 feet horizontally Operate the unit at a...

Page 13: ...ng the ignition switch to STOP Use this method only in emergency situations For nor mal engine shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE TRACTOR STOPPING THE TRACTOR ENGINE 1 Disengaging th...

Page 14: ...head Pull back on spring loaded lever B Figure 9 and lift mower hitch off of the tractor brackets 7 Turn wheels fully left and slide mower deck out right side of tractor Operating the Tractor WARNING...

Page 15: ...f tractor so that mower hitch is aligned with front tractor hitch 3 See Figure 11 Turn wheels straight Pull back on the spring loaded lever B while lifting up on the mower hitch Install mower hitch on...

Page 16: ...Clean any dirt or grass from cylinder head cooling fins engine housing and air cleaner element 6 Cover air cleaner and exhaust outlet tightly with plastic or other waterproof material to keep out moi...

Page 17: ...sure should be checked periodically and main tained at the levels shown in the chart Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the Max Inflation stamped on the side wall of the tires The pres...

Page 18: ...rain plug 3 Add oil a few ounces at a time until the reservoir is filled to the FULL mark DO NOT OVERFILL Empty space is required for heat expansion 4 Run tractor for several minutes and recheck the t...

Page 19: ...lace a container below the filter to catch spilled fuel 3 Using a pliers open and slide hose clamps from fuel filter 4 Remove hoses from filter 5 Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel li...

Page 20: ...to moving parts when grease fittings are not present Not all greases are compatible Simplicity Lithium Grease is recommended automotive type lithium grease may be used when this is not available Oil h...

Page 21: ...n required for wheel removal 4 Support the rear of the unit on jack stands positioned under the rear frame see Figure 26 5 Remove the plastic hub cap G Figure 27 6 Remove e ring F Figure 27 using a sc...

Page 22: ...erminals and cable ends with a wire brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny 5 Reinstall the battery in the battery compartment and secure with the battery hold down rods C and bat tery clamp D...

Page 23: ...ews to 45 55 ft lbs 61 75 N m WARNING For your personal safety do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury WARNING For you...

Page 24: ...ead Recharge or replace 8 Wiring loose or broken Visually check wiring replace broken or frayed wires Tighten loose connections 9 Solenoid or starter motor faulty See your dealer 10 Safety interlock s...

Page 25: ...Mower Adjustment 2 Tractor tires not inflated See Maintenance Section equally or properly Mower cut is rough looking 1 Engine speed too slow Set to full throttle 2 Ground speed too fast Slow down 3 Bl...

Page 26: ...ctory installed with the roll pin in the bottom hole Figure 32 Steering Wheel Removal STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENT If there is excessive slack in the steering system the steering gear backlash can be remo...

Page 27: ...h each window positioning the gauge between the rotor face and the armature face as shown NOTE The air gap must be no less than 010 3mm and no more than 015 4mm 4 Alternately tighten the adjustment nu...

Page 28: ...re that 002 clearance between the spring A and the adjustment nut B however spring must NOT be compressed If this adjustment does not correct a braking problem see your dealer Figure 37 Brake Adjustme...

Page 29: ...approximately 1 4 to com pensate for turbo assembly weight Check the level of the cut grass and adjust the 1 4 measurement as neces sary for a smooth even cut 6 Arrange the blades so they face front...

Page 30: ...the crankshaft 6 Remove the PTO clutch 7 Disconnect the steering arm E 8 Loosen the idler pulleys D and remove the belt from the idler assembly 9 Remove the belt from the engine drive pulley 10 See Fi...

Page 31: ...ric clutch pulley IMPORTANT Note the position of all belt guides relative to the belt and pulleys before loosening 4 Loosen the two belt stop brackets C and idler pulley belt guide D 5 Remove the old...

Page 32: ...RTANT Note the position of all belt guides relative to the belt and pulleys before loosening 4 Loosen the nut and lockwasher securing idler pulley belt guide C Figure 44 5 See Figure 45 Remove three c...

Page 33: ...sing a pair of locking pliers or a spring puller remove the idler pulley spring C Figure 46 from slot in deck 6 Loosen capscrew E Figure 46 securing the idler pulley to the bracket The belt can now be...

Page 34: ...fic gravity of the electrolyte is 1 250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60 F The best method of making certain a battery is fully charged but not over charged is to measure the s...

Page 35: ...hen jump starting Never expose battery to open flame or electric spark battery action generates hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Do not allow battery acid to contact skin eyes fabrics or...

Page 36: ...g jack stands Elevate the unit just high enough for the rear wheels to clear the ground 2 Activate the seat switch depress the clutch brake pedal and start the engine After the engine has started set...

Page 37: ...Displacement 26 0 Cu in 426 cc Electrical System 12 Volt 15 amp Alternator Battery 340 CCA Oil Capacity 2 Quarts w Filter 1 9 L TRANSMISSION Type Tuff Torq K61 Hydrostatic Hydraulic Fluid 10w 30 Premi...

Page 38: ...wers 42 Dozer Snow Blade Rear Wheel Weights Tire Chains Turbo Twin Bag Grass Catcher Dump Cart Dozer Blade Gas Cans Engine Oil Touch Up Paint Grease Gun Kit 8 oz Grease Tube Tire Sealant Degrimer Degr...

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