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M A N U F A C T U R I N G , I N C .
500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997
Port Washington, WI 53074-0997

www.simplicitymfg.com

Summary of Contents for Prestige 1800 Series, Prestige 2800 Series, Prestige 500 Series, Conquest 1700 Series, Conquest 2700 Series, Conquest 400 Series

Page 1: ...P Hydro 1694025 1820H 20HP Hydro PS 1694032 2720H 20HP Hydro 1694033 2820H 20HP Hydro 1694034 2820H 20HP Hydro PS 1694172 Prestige 20HP Hydro CE 1694476 YT2050 20HP Hydro 1694582 Prestige 20HP Hydro CE 23HP Hydro Tractors Mfg No Description 1694017 Prestige 23HP Hydro PS 1694026 1823H 23HP Hydro PS 1694035 2823H 23HP Hydro PS 1694370 GT2354 23HP Hydro PS 38 Mower Decks Mfg No Description 1694036 3...

Page 2: ...ls 6 Safety Icons 7 Features Controls 8 Control Functions 8 Parking Brake Function 10 Automatic Controlled Traction 10 Dashboard Display Functions 11 Operating the Tractor 12 Safety Interlock System 12 General Operating Safety 12 Adding Fuel 12 Starting the Engine 12 Stopping the Tractor Engine 13 Driving the Tractor 13 Mowing 13 Pushing the Tractor by Hand 13 Using a Mulching Mower 14 Adjusting M...

Page 3: ...lways wear substantial footwear and trousers Never operate when barefoot or wearing sandals 23 Before using always visually check that the blades and blade hardware are present intact and secure Replace worn or damaged parts 24 Disengage attachments before refueling removing an attachment making adjustments unless the adjustment can be made from the operator s posi tion 25 When the machine is park...

Page 4: ...on wet grass Tires may loose traction 5 Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling down slopes Do not shift to neutral and coast down hill 6 Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope 7 Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the...

Page 5: ...ors 11 Replace faulty silencers mufflers 12 Grass catcher components are subject to wear dam age and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recom mended parts when necessary 13 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them 14 Check brake op...

Page 6: ...te Purchased Engine Make Engine Type Spec Engine Model Engine Code Serial Number Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number Mfg No 169XXXX Serial No XXXXX kW XXX Engine RPM XXXX LpA XXX dB A Vibration Wheel XXX m s Vibration Seat XXX m s 2002 dB A Port Washington WI USA 53074 0997 Simplicity Mfg Inc CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS A Manufacturer s Identification Number B Manufacturer s Serial N...

Page 7: ... Decal Danger Mulching Models Part No 1720660 Decal Danger Side Discharge Models Part No 1704277 Decal Transmission Release Part No 1723160 Decal Ignition Switch Positions Part No 1722806 Decal Operating Instructions North American Models Part No 1722814 DANGER OPERATING ON SLOPES CAN BE DANGEROUS SEE OPERATOR S MANUAL IF YOU CANNOT BACK UP A HILL DO NOT DRIVE ON IT ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AN...

Page 8: ... Warning Remove Key Before Servicing Remove the key and consult techni cal literature before performing repairs or maintenance Danger Machine Rollover Do not use this machine on slopes greater than 10 Danger Dismemberment This machine can amputate limbs Keep bystanders and children away when engine is running Danger Dismemberment This mower deck can amputate limbs Keep hands and feet away from bla...

Page 9: ...or ward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed Always operate at FULL throttle Choke Twin Lever Models Close the choke for cold starting Open the choke once the engine starts A warm engine may not require chok ing Move the lever forward to close the choke CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls Starting stopping driving and ...

Page 10: ...ting height Push down on the button to release the lever move to the desired cutting height and release the button to lock The cutting height is infinitely adjustable between 1 and 3 5 8 Cutting Height Fine Tuning Adjustment 40 Mower Decks Only The cutting height fine tuning adjustment is used to set the mower cutting height between two of the preset cut ting positions Cruise Control The cruise co...

Page 11: ...rtain circumstances the ACT system limit can be exceeded and one of the rear wheels may slip for instance if trying to turn up a hill while accelerating This is normal If you start to lose traction do not speed up Instead slow to a stop straighten the steering wheel and slowly accelerate Stopping the tractor allows the transmission to regain more traction Steering Tilt Adjust Select Models Use the...

Page 12: ...engage the PTO and turn the key to RUN engine off Set the Clock Press and release the select button C to select hours or minutes Depress the set button D to advance the selected number Demonstration Mode Turn the key OFF depress and hold the set button D Figure 3 turn the key to RUN and release the set button Figure 3a Dashboard Display Early Models A B C D H G F E Figure 3b Dashboard Display Late...

Page 13: ...o not use gasoline containing METHANOL gasohol containing more than 10 ETHANOL gasoline additives or white gas because engine fuel system damage could result SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM TESTS This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices These safety systems are pre sent for your safety do not attempt to bypass safety switches and never tamper with safety devices Check ...

Page 14: ...e engine see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE Operating the Tractor DO NOT TOW TRACTOR Towing the unit will cause transmission damage Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit Do not actuate the transmission release valve lever while the engine is running Figure 4 Transmission Release Lever Fuel Tank A Fuel Tank Cap B Transmission Release Lever B A MOWING 1 Set the mower cutting height t...

Page 15: ...p 1 2 to 3 4 1 25 2cm of the grass blade This provides short clippings which decompose properly much more quickly than longer clippings The ideal cutting height will vary with climate time of year and quality of your lawn We recommend that you experi ment with both the cutting height and ground speed to achieve the best cut Start with a high cutting height and use progressively lower heights until...

Page 16: ...ver in the highest position The lower four positions are used when mowing Set this lever so that the deck is cutting off 1 3 the height of the grass or less If the desired cutting height falls between two notches use the cutting height fine tuning adjuster B to achieve the correct height A B ADJUSTING MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT 38 44 50 54 MOWER DECKS The cutting height adjustment knob B Figure 8 contro...

Page 17: ...tall washer C and safety clip D 5 Remove belt from PTO pulley B Figure 10 6 Turn wheels straight ahead Pull back on spring loaded lever B Figure 11 and lift mower hitch off of the tractor brackets 7 Turn wheels fully left and slide mower deck out right side of tractor WARNING Engage parking brake disengage PTO stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower Figure 9 Lif...

Page 18: ...so Slide mower deck under right side of tractor so that mower hitch is aligned with the 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 onto tractor hitch brackets A When properly installed the spring loaded lever should seat fully underneath the brack ets 4 See Figure 9 Connect the mower lift a...

Page 19: ... Turn the wheels straight ahead Pull back on spring loaded lever B Figure 15 and lift mower hitch off of the tractor brackets A 6 Turn wheels fully left and slide mower deck out from under the right side of the tractor Operating the Tractor WARNING Engage parking brake disengage PTO stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower Muffler and surrounding areas may be hot...

Page 20: ...ent lift and rotate the front gauge wheels Figure 13 into cutting position ATTACHING A TRAILER The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444 Newton The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222 Newton This equates to a 396 lbs 180 kg trailer on a 10 degree hill Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevis pin A Figure 16 and clip B STORAGE Before you store your unit for the off season r...

Page 21: ...the downward pressure lock must be released so that the mower can float Hydraulic Lift Models Fully lower the hydraulic lift The lift assembly is spring loaded so it will need to be held in the down position to perform of the following procedures When using a snowthrower or dozer the downward pressure lock plate D Figure 17 and an additional pin C is installed These parts are included with the att...

Page 22: ... Time TRACTOR MAINTENANCE ITEMS Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 250 Hours Spring Fall Check Tractor Mower for loose hardware Check Clean Radiator If Equipped Check Clean Oil Cooler If Equipped Check Clean Cooling Fins If Equipped Check Adjust PTO Clutch Lubricate Tractor Mower Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts Yearly Clean Battery Cables Check Tire Pressure Clean Deck C...

Page 23: ...ff 1 With tractor in neutral PTO disengaged and operator in seat start the engine 2 Look over the left hand footrest at the mower drive belt Engage the PTO and wait several seconds Disengage the PTO and check the amount of time it takes for the mower drive belt to stop 3 If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds re adjust the clutch or see your dealer PTO CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT CHECK Servic...

Page 24: ...with petro leum jelly or non conducting grease WARNING When removing or installing battery cables disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST If not done in this order the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool Figure 21 Battery A Negative Cable B Positive Cable Cover C Rubber Hold Down Strap A C B Figure 20 Tire Pressure CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Service Interval Every 2...

Page 25: ...r lubrica tion Grease steering linkage foot pedal mower linkage transmission idler assembly pivot rear axle shafts remove wheel hubs front axle where it contacts the frame Use grease fittings when present Automotive lithium grease is recommended Oil control linkage seat adjustment assembly brake linkage mower deck height adjustment linkage manual lift lever Figure 22 Lubricating the Tractor Figure...

Page 26: ...l removal 3 Support the rear of the unit on jackstands positioned under the rear frame NOTE Your axle assembly may differ slightly from the assembly pictured the quantity of washers is adjusted on a tractor by tractor basis during assembly to allow a small amount of axle end play 4 Remove the hardware retaining the wheel assembly to the axle and lubricate the axle shaft using anti seize compound o...

Page 27: ...r B Figure 30 spring washer C and capscrew D Use a wooden block A to prevent blade rotation while tightening the capscrew D to 61 75 N m 45 55 ft lbs 40 Mowers Be sure the blades are positioned per pendicular to each other as shown in Figure 33 If not perform the Mower Blade Timing procedure found in this section Reinstall the spline washer G Figure 32 spring washer F and capscrew A Use a wooden b...

Page 28: ...r G 5 Remove the alignment pin E Figure 32 Rotate the blade D manually until the blades are perpendicular to each other as shown in Figure 33 It may be nec essary to remove and rotate the blade adapter C to align the blade hole and adapter hole 6 Reinstall the alignment pin E spline washer G spring washer F and capscrew A Use a wooden block B to prevent blade rotation while tightening the capscrew...

Page 29: ...sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance The transmission oil level can be checked at the access hole located behind the left rear wheel see Figure 35 Shine a light at the back of the expansion chamber to see the oil level There should be approxi mately 7 16 1 cm of oil in the chamber If there is no oil in the chamber see your dealer TRANSMISSION INFORMATION Transmission Oil Capacity A...

Page 30: ... DO NOT OVER FILL Empty space is required in the expansion chamber for heat expansion CHANGE TRANSMISSION OIL INTERNAL FILTER HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER Service Interval After 50 Hrs Then Every 250 Hrs NOTE The oil should also be changed whenever it has become discolored from overheating or contamination NOTE Support the frame with jackstands and remove the left rear wheel for easier access to the di...

Page 31: ... 37 9 Remove the expansion chamber access plug A Figure 42 and expansion chamber cover Add 2 quarts 1 9L of oil to the expansion chamber a few ounces at a time 10 Reinstall the expansion chamber cover and access plug Figure 42 11 Test run the tractor for 10 minutes Drive forward and backward raise and lower the attachment lift several times 12 Recheck the transmission oil level There should be 7 1...

Page 32: ...31 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE RECORDS ...

Page 33: ...nterlock switch faulty See your dealer 12 Spark plug s faulty fouled Clean and gap or replace or incorrectly gapped See engine manual 13 Water in fuel Drain fuel refill with fresh fuel Replace fuel filter 14 Gas is old or stale Drain fuel refill with fresh fuel Replace fuel filter Engine starts hard or runs poorly 1 Fuel mixture too rich Clean air filter Check choke adjustment 2 Spark plug s fault...

Page 34: ...wer drive belt slipping Clean or replace belt as necessary because it is oily or worn 5 Check PTO Electric Clutch See Adjustments Section Adjustment 6 Blades not properly fastened See Servicing the Mower Blades to arbors Engine stalls easily with 1 Engine speed too slow Set to full throttle mower engaged 2 Ground speed too fast Slow down 3 Carburetor improperly adjusted See Engine Manual 4 Cutting...

Page 35: ...stment The pitch of the seat can be adjusted to one of three positions To adjust remove the carriage bolts spacers washers and nuts B Figure 43 from the hinge and reinstall them in the desired holes Seat Slide Adjustment The seat can also be adjusted forward and back Move the lever A Figure 43 position the seat as desired and release the lever to lock the seat into position Seat Spring Adjustment ...

Page 36: ...wo nuts and adjust the bracket so the gear teeth are closely meshed 2 Tighten nuts A Figure 46 to 36 44 ft lbs 49 59 Nm after adjustment BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Disengage the PTO stop the engine block the wheels remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake 2 Remove the mower deck see Mower Deck Removal 3 Locate the brake spring A Figure 47 and adjust ment nut B 4 With the parking brake engaged ...

Page 37: ...s the gauge 5 Check the windows for an equal amount of tension when the gauge is inserted and removed and make any necessary adjustments by tightening or loosen ing the adjustment nuts NOTE The actual air gap between the rotor and arma ture may vary even after performing the adjustment pro cedure This is due to dimensional variations on compo nent parts and is an acceptable condition 6 Check the m...

Page 38: ... position Arrange the outside mower blades so that they are pointing from side to side 4 Measure the distance between the outside tips of each blade and the ground If there is more than 1 8 3mm difference between the measurements on each side proceed to step 5 If the difference is 1 8 3mm or less proceed to step 6 5 See Figure 51 Loosen the outside nut A Turn the eccentric nut B to raise or lower ...

Page 39: ...and and right hand blades Front tip of the center blade should be 1 4 6mm higher than rear tips of left hand and right hand blades If not proceed with steps 8 9 8 To raise front of mower deck loosen front nut B and turn rear nut A Figure 52 against bracket To lower front of mower deck loosen rear nut A and the bracket will move backwards to lengthen rod 10 Re check the blade measurement then tight...

Page 40: ... pulley grooves 6 See Figure 53 Position the idler pulley belt stop C in its original position so that there is a 1 8 3mm gap between the pulley and belt stop 7 See Figure 54 Reinstall the left hand arbor cover D Reinstall the mower deck if removed 8 Run the mower under a no load condition for about 5 minutes 54 PTO Belt Replacement 1 Park the tractor on a smooth level surface such as a concrete f...

Page 41: ...screw A Figure 55 securing the idler pulley to the bracket The belt can now be slipped between the pulley and idler bracket hub 6 Install a new belt as shown in Figure 57 Make sure that V side of belt runs in arbor pulley A grooves and flat side of belt runs against idler pulley B 7 Tighten the capscrew A Figure 55 FRONT Figure 57 Mower Deck Drive Belt Routing All Models A Arbor Drive Pulley V sid...

Page 42: ... 58 when installed Loosen the idler pulley capscrews and remove the belt from the idler pulleys D G 4 Install the new belt B as shown When the mower deck is installed on the tractor the belt wraps around the PTO clutch pulley A backside idler pulley D mower deck drive pulley C and v idler pulley G 5 Return the idler pulley belt guides E F to their original positions and tighten the idler pulley ca...

Page 43: ...he idler assembly B Figure 59 to relieve ten sion on the belt C 5 Remove the belt C 6 Install a new belt C on the pulleys as shown Releasing the idler assembly A allows the spring to automatically tension the cogged belt 7 Tighten the idler assembly capscrew A Reinstall the belt covers 8 Check that the blades are positioned perpendicular to each other see Figure 61 If not perform the mower blade t...

Page 44: ...lt from the PTO electric 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 belt and replace with a new belt Make sure V side of belt runs in arbor pulley grooves and the flat backside runs against the idler pulley 6 Position the belt stop brackets C in t...

Page 45: ...Stratton Model Vanguard Horsepower 16 3600 rpm Displacement 29 3 Cu in 480 cc Electrical System 12 Volt 9 amp Alternator Battery 340 CCA Oil Capacity 4 Pints 1 9 L 16 HP Kohler Make Kohler Model Command CV460 Horsepower 16 3600 rpm Displacement 28 Cu in 460 cc Electrical System 12 Volt 15 amp Alternator Battery 230 CCA Oil Capacity 2 Quarts 1 9 L 16 HP Honda Make Honda Model GXV530 Horsepower 16 3...

Page 46: ... Torque 217 ft lbs 294 Nm Output Drawbar Rating 440 lbs 200 Kg Maximum Weight 697 lbs 316 Kg on Axle K57 Type Hydrostatic Tuff Torq K57 Hydraulic Fluid 10w 30 Premium Engine Oil Capacity 2 1 qt 2 0 L Speeds Forward 5 5 MPH 8 9 km h 3400 rpm Reverse 3 5 MPH 5 6 km h Continuous Torque 159 ft lbs 216 Nm Output Drawbar Rating 440 lbs 200 Kg Maximum Weight 674 lbs 306 Kg on Axle DIMENSIONS Prestige 180...

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Page 48: ... through the summer AERATING YOUR LAWN Consider aerating your lawn in spring Using an aerator to remove cores of soil from the lawn increases the speed of clipping decomposition and encourages deeper root growth by opening up the soil and permitting greater movement of water fertilizer and air TP 600 2136 03 UV SMA HOW HIGH TO MOW THE GRASS Cutting the grass too short causes weak thin grass plants...

Page 49: ...ulch when the grass is wet moist grass does not mulch well and clumps beneath the mower deck Note Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing PROPER MOWING SPEED ENGINE SPEED GROUND SPEED Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing If you hear the engine slowing down you are mowing too fast maintaining a slower ground speed will improve the cutting efficiency of the blades an...

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