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USER’S
MANUAL

18HP Zero-Turn Riders

Mfg. No.

Description

2690487

Massey Ferguson ZT 1844

5900608

Snapper ZT18441KHC

19HP Zero-Turn Riders

Mfg. No.

Description

5900609

Snapper ZT19441KWV

20HP Zero-Turn Riders

Mfg. No.

Description

2690449

Simplicity 20HP Kohler Champion Zero-Turn Rider with 44” Mower

2690483

Simplicity 20HP Kohler Champion Zero-Turn Rider with 44” Mower (AU/NZ)

2690451

Simplicity 20HP Briggs Champion Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower

2690452

Simplicity 20HP Briggs Champion Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower (CE)

2690484

Simplicity 20HP Briggs Champion Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower (AU/NZ)

2690477

Massey Ferguson ZT 2050

2690485

Massey Ferguson ZT 2050 (CE)

5900610

Snapper ZT20501BV

5901166

Snapper EZT20501BV (CE)

Form No. 5100278

Revision 02

Rev.Date 9/2005

TP 100-7238-02-CH-SMN

Summary of Contents for Simplicity 2690449

Page 1: ...ower 2690483 Simplicity 20HP Kohler Champion Zero Turn Rider with 44 Mower AU NZ 2690451 Simplicity 20HP Briggs Champion Zero Turn Rider with 50 Mower 2690452 Simplicity 20HP Briggs Champion Zero Turn...

Page 2: ...afety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set up and operate your machine Failure to comply with all safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control...

Page 3: ...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 positi...

Page 4: ...stop or change speeds while on the slope 4 Do not mow on wet grass Tires may loose traction 5 Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If tires lose traction i e machine stops forward motion on a...

Page 5: ...line clamps further than necessary Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over the filter after installation 12 Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL gasohol containing more than 10 ETHANOL gasoline additi...

Page 6: ...er Dealer Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Type Spec Engine Model Engine Code Serial Number Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number CE IDENTIFICATION TAG MARKINGS A Manufacturer s Identif...

Page 7: ...safety and it is important The safety decals below are on your rider and mower If any of these decals are lost or damaged replace them at once See your local dealer for replacements These labels are...

Page 8: ...t pass a safety test do not operate it See your authorized dealer Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system SAFETY ICONS Warning Read Operator s Man...

Page 9: ...hrottle Control The throttle controls engine speed Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed Always operate at FULL throttle Choke Close the choke for cold s...

Page 10: ...or oil level check and fill procedures Transmission Release Valves The transmission release valves deactivate the transmissions so that the unit can be pushed by hand See PUSHING THE UNIT BY HAND for...

Page 11: ...e disengage the PTO stop the engine and remove the key To reduce fire hazard keep the engine tractor and mower free of grass leaves and excess grease Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves grass...

Page 12: ...hem in NEUTRAL 2 Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch 3 Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle up until it locks into position 4 Move the throttle control to mid throttle positi...

Page 13: ...DRIVING Forward Travel Practice Gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly FORWARD from neutral Slow down and repeat NOTE Straight forward travel takes practice If necessary top speed can...

Page 14: ...d with operating the zero turn rider you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable Remember the more you practice the better your control of the rider will be...

Page 15: ...when operating on slopes The surface being driven on greatly impacts traction and stability Wet or slippery surfaces can greatly reduce traction and the ability to stop or turn Carefully evaluate the...

Page 16: ...or all moving parts to stop 2 Remove the cutting height pin and lower the attachment lift to its lowest position 3 Pivot the front wheels out of the way and slide the mower under the unit 4 Install th...

Page 17: ...Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 250 Hours Spring Fall Check Rider Mower for loose hardware Check Clean Engine Cooling Fins Check Adjust PTO Clutch Lubricate Rider Mower Clean Batte...

Page 18: ...following lubrication points shown in Figure 13 Grease front caster wheel axles front caster yokes rear suspension pivots select models roller straps deck lift pivots mower deck idler arm pivot mower...

Page 19: ...blade Figure 16 with the tabs pointing up toward the mower deck as shown 7 Reinstall the hex washer B Figure 16 spring washer C and capscrew D Use a wooden block A to prevent blade rotation while tigh...

Page 20: ...0W 50 conventional detergent motor oil 1 Check the oil level when the unit is cold The inspection port is located on the inside of the right tank cover The oil level should be within 1 2 1 3 cm of the...

Page 21: ...the filter Do NOT drain the hydraulic system oil 4 Thread the new filter onto the filter base until the gasket makes contact then tighten 3 4 of a turn more NOTE The oil will drain from the reservoir...

Page 22: ...the battery cables positive cable first see A Figure 19 4 Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum jelly or non conducting grease STORAGE Before you store your unit for the off season...

Page 23: ...is hot allow it to cool then refill the fuel tank 4 Engine flooded 4 Open the choke 5 Gas is old or stale 5 Drain fuel replace with fresh fuel 6 Battery terminals require 6 Clean the battery terminal...

Page 24: ...ough looking 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Set throttle to full 2 Ground speed too fast 2 Decrease Ground Speed 3 Blades are dull 3 Sharpen or replace blades See Mower Blade Service 4 Mower drive belt sli...

Page 25: ...21 Control Lever Adjustment A Alignment Hardware B Placement Hardware C Ground Speed Control Lever B C A A GROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT The control levers can be adjusted in three ways The al...

Page 26: ...rted by the cutting height adjustment pin A NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT If the unit creeps forward or backward with the control levers in their neutral positions see your dealer SPEED BALANCING ADJUSTMENT If t...

Page 27: ...e brake spring A Figure 24 length both wheels With the brake engaged the compressed spring length should be 2 5 cm If not adjust the locknut C Figure 24 to achieve the compressed spring length of 2 5...

Page 28: ...n hilly terrain TO ADJUST THE SPRING PRE LOAD 1 Park machine on a flat level surface Disengage the PTO stop the engine and engage the parking brake 2 See Figure 25 Turn the pre load adjustment collar...

Page 29: ...ce and armature face just contacts 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 loosening the...

Page 30: ...asure 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 Figures 29 31 The front tip of the center blade should be 1...

Page 31: ...side When the correct level is achieved hold the eccentric with a wrench and tighten the locknut Repeat step 4 if necessary Figure 32 Roller Bar Leveling A Eccentric and Locknut A MOWER BELT REPLACEM...

Page 32: ...ide of the spring hooks Tighten nut 6 Reinstall the PTO drive belt Figure 35 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Shown from Below A Pump Drive Belt B Crankshaft Pulley C Pump Pulley D Idler Pulley s...

Page 33: ...System 12 Volt 16 amp Alternator Battery 340 CCA Oil Capacity 56 Oz 1 7 L w Filter CHASSIS Fuel Tank Capacity 6 5 Gallons 24 6 L Rear Wheels Tire Size 20 x 8 00 10 Inflation Pressure 15 psi 1 03 bar F...

Page 34: ...the lawn 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 encourage...

Page 35: ...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 A...

Page 36: ...INC 500 N Spring Street PO Box 997 Port Washington WI 53074 0997 www simplicitymfg com Copyright 2005 Simplicity Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved Printed in USA PRODUCTS INC McDonough GA 30253 ww...

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