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OPERA T OR’S MANU AL 18HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No. Description 1694629 Broadmoor, 18HP 1694630 Broadmoor, 18HP 1694631 Broadmoor, 18HP (CE) 1694683 Broadmoor, 18HP (CE) 1694807 2618H, 18HP (CE) 1694808 LT1840, 18HP (CE) 1694844 2618H, 18HP (CE) 2690273 Broadmoor, 18HP & 44” Mower 2690274 Broadmoor, 18HP & 38” Mower 2690277 Broadmoor, 1[...]
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1 Regular Maintenance ........................................24 Maintenance Schedule .........................................24 Safety Interlock System Check .............................25 Blade Brake Check ...............................................25 Checking Tire Pressures .......................................25 PTO Clutch Adjustment Ch[...]
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2 Safety Rules & Information TP 600-2459-08-UV-SMA Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it[...]
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3 Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up (in 2-wh[...]
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4 Safety Rules & Information 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. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to opera[...]
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5 Safety Rules and Information 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 adul[...]
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6 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. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. Never fuel the machine indoors. 5. Ne[...]
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7 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Unit MFG Number PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Unit SERIAL Number Dealer Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Type/Spec Engine Model Engine Code/Serial Number Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number When contacting your authorized dealer for re[...]
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8 Safety Decals Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipmen[...]
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9 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. Remove the key and consult technical literature before performing repairs or maintenan[...]
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10 Features & Controls Throttle Contr ol 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 starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Move the lever forward to close[...]
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PT O Switch The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disengages 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 tractor seat for the PTO to function. Ignition Switch The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions: OFF Stop[...]
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12 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. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking brake knob (C), and then release brak[...]
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13 Operating the T ractor Safety Interloc k System T ests This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices. These safety systems are present for your safety: do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks Your unit is equipped wi[...]
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14 Operating the T ractor Star ting the Engine 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake. 2. Make sure that your feet are not depressing the ground speed control pedals and that the cruise control lever is in neutral. 3. Disengage the PTO clutch. 4. Set the throttle to FULL. 5. Close the choke[...]
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15 Operating the T ractor DO NO T T O W TRA CT OR 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 Mowi[...]
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16 Operating the T ractor Figure 7. Raising & Lowering Mower - 40” Mowers A. Mower Lift Lever B. Mower Height Adjuster A B Adjusting Mower Cutting Height - 38”, 44” & 50” Mower Dec ks The cutting height adjustment knob (B, Figure 5) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is infinitely adjustable between approximately [...]
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17 Operating the T ractor Lift V ariations When Using Attachments When a front-mounted attachment such as a snowthrower or dozer blade is used with the tractor, the lift mechanism must be locked to provide downward force. When the mower is reinstalled the downward pressure lock must be released so that the mower can float. Manual Lift Models NOTE: [...]
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18 Operating the T ractor Mower Dec k Remov al & Installation Simplicity , Masse y Ferguson or A GCO Models Removing the Mo wer Deck 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn off PTO switch and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. 2. Place mower in the lowest cutting position using the mower height adjus[...]
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19 Operating the T ractor Mower Dec k Remov al & Installation Snapper Models Removing the Mo wer Deck 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn off PTO switch and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. 2. Place mower in the lowest cutting position using the mower height adjuster. 3. Place the attachment li[...]
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20 Operating the T ractor Storage Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the Maintenance and Storage instructions in the Safety Rules section, then perform the following steps: • Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, & remove the key. • Perform engine maintenance and storage measures listed in the engine owner’s manual. T[...]
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21 Lawn Care & Mowing Information How and When to W ater , Fer tilize & Aerate Most lawns are watered too often, but with too little water. However too much water can allow development of diseases with your lawn. It is best to water the lawn only when necessary, and then to water it slowly, evenly, and deeply—imitating a slow, soaking rai[...]
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22 Lawn Care & Mowing Information When and How Often to 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. ● Mow with sharp blades. Short clippings of grass one inch or shorter decompos[...]
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23 Lawn Care & Mowing Information Using a Mulching Mo wer Benefits of Pr oper Mulching 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. Under proper conditions your mulching mower virtually[...]
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24 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. *** Service after the first[...]
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25 Regular Maintenance Safety Interloc k System Check Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test procedure found on page 12 of this manual. If the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer. Blade Brake Chec k Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & Spring Mower blades and[...]
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26 Regular Maintenance Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and Cables Service Interval: Every 100 Hours 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (A, Figure 17). 2. Remove the battery hold-down (C) and battery. 3. Clean the battery compartment with a solution of baking soda and water. 4. Clean the battery terminals and ca[...]
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27 Regular Maintenance Lubrication Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 19- 23 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Wipe surfaces clean before and after lubricatio[...]
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28 Regular Maintenance Servicing the Mower 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 24. To remove blade for sharpening, use a block of wood to prevent blade rotation while loosening the capscrew. 3. 38”, [...]
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29 Regular Maintenance Chec k Mower Blade Timing - 40” Mower s 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. The blades must be positioned perpendicular to each [...]
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30 Regular Maintenance Figure 29. Transmission ID Tag Location A. ID Tag TUFF TORQ K61 10010101010 10010101 T ransmission Maintenance K57 Maintenance The K57 is a sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance. If the transmission lacks drive or is excessive noisy, it may need to be purged. See your Dealer for this procedure. Do not allow dir[...]
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31 Regular Maintenance Maintenance Recor ds[...]
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32 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service T roub leshooting 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. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes, and re[...]
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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. 4. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubrica[...]
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34 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 30. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever B. Carriage Bolt, Spacer, Washer, & Nut C. Seat Spring Seat Adjustment Pitch Adjustment 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 30) from the hinge[...]
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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 31). 2. Pull down on the rubber boot to expose the two holes in the steering shaft (A). 3. Align the hole in the steering w[...]
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36 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PT O clutc h adjustment Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hours of operation. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed. 1. Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug wires to prevent the possibi[...]
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Mower Adjustments Gauge Wheels (Select Models) The mower gauge wheels can be placed in several positions depending on the height of cut. When using higher cutting heights, set the wheels in the lower position. When using lower cutting heights, set the wheels in the upper position. To adjust: 1. Remove the locknut (B, Figure 36), gauge wheel (C), wa[...]
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38 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Leveling The Mo wer If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut. Make sure tire pressure is correct as specified in Checking Tire Pressure. SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the tractor on a smooth, level surfa[...]
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39 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 41. Mower Belt Routing A. Idler Pulley Arm C. Belt Guide (44” & 50”) B. PTO Clutch Pulley D. Arbor Drive Pulley Mower Belt Replacement 44” & 50” PT O Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine a[...]
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40 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Arbor Drive Belt Replacement - 44” & 50” Mowers NOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicity replacement 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. Remove the key. 2. Remove the mower from th[...]
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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. 2. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower deck removal”). Remove the belt covers[...]
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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. 2. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower Deck Removal”). Remove the belt[...]
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43 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service 38” Mower Drive Belt Replacement NOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicity replacement 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. However, for easier access mower can be [...]
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44 Specifications ENGINE: 20 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Vanguard Horsepower 20 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 34.8 Cu. in (570 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 16 amp. Alternator, Battery: 340 CCA Oil Capacity 48 Oz. (1.4 L) 18 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Vanguard Horsepower 18 @ 3600 rpm Displa[...]
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45 Parts & Accessories Replacement P ar ts Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. T echnical Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D illustrations[...]
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500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.MasseyLawn.com MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 AGCOLawn.com PRODUCTS 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 www.Snapper.com © Copyright 2006 Simp[...]