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OPERA T OR’S MANU AL Cor onet / 400 / 2400 Series 13HP Hydro Rider s Mfg. No. Description 1694462 Coronet, 13HP Hydro 1694464 2413H, 13HP Hydro 1694510 Coronet, 13HP Hydro (CE) 1694512 RT1330, 13HP Hydro 1694514 RT1330, 13HP Hydro (CE) 1694536 2413H, 13HP Hydro (CE) 16HP Hydro Rider s Mfg. No. Description 1694463 Coronet, 16HP Hydro 30” Mower D ...
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1 T able of Contents T roub leshooting, Adjustments & Ser vice .......21 Troubleshooting the Rider .....................................21 Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................22 Seat Adjustment ....................................................23 Steering Gear Adjustment .....................................23 Steering ...
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2 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locatio ...
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3 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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4 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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5 Safety Rules and 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. Neve ...
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6 Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide 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 equipm ...
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7 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 techni- cal literature before performing repairs or mainten ...
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8 Features & Controls + - Throttle/Choke Contr ol (Single Lever Models) The throttle/choke lever controls engine speed and choke. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle. Move the control fully forward (past the detent) to close the choke. Close the choke for cold sta ...
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9 Features & Controls Fuel T ank To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. PT O Switch The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- gages 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 trac- tor seat for the PTO to function. T ransmission ...
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10 Operating the Rider GENERAL OPERA TING SAFETY Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. CHECKS BEFORE ST AR TING • Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for ...
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11 Operating the Rider BRAKE PED AL OPERA TION 1. See Figure 2. Depressing the pedal from position A to B disengages the transmission drive and also returns the transmission control lever to neutral (from forward speeds). Fully depressing the pedal to position B applies the rider brake. 2. See Figure 2. Parking brake is applied at pedal posi- tion ...
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12 Operating the Rider SELECTING GR OUND & ENGINE SPEED Ground speed is selected by depressing the clutch/brake pedal (D, Figure 4) and moving the control lever (C, Figure 4) to the appropriate speed selection. If the ter- rain is rough, hilly or sloping, use first or second gear. If the grass is wet or over 3” (76mm) high, use full engine sp ...
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PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND 1. Disengage the PTO and turn the engine off. 2. Push the transmission release (A, Figure 6) in and push down to lock into released position. 3. The tractor can now be pushed by hand. Figure 5. Mower Belt Pattern A. PTO Pulley D. Front Idler Pulley (30”) B. Arbor Pulley (30”) Left Arbor Pulley (34”) Right Arbor Pulle ...
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MO WER REMO V AL AND INST ALLA TION NOTE: Perform mower installation on a hard, level sur- face such as a concrete floor. For easier mower removal and installation, rear trailing arms (F, Figure 7) can be removed by removing spring clips and clevis pins. 1. Park rider and turn off PTO switch and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn ...
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15 Operating the Rider ST ORA GE 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. Th ...
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16 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PR OCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider 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 5 ...
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Figure 10. Engine Compartment A. Fuel Tank B. Ignition Switch C. Battery D. Throttle / Choke Cable E. PTO Switch (Electric Clutch) F. Air Filter G. Oil Fill / Dipstick H. Fuel Filter I. Oil Drain 17 Regular Maintenance RAISING THE SEA T DECK To gain access to the engine compartment, simply tilt the seat deck forward. ADDING FUEL To add fuel: 1. Rem ...
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18 Regular Maintenance *2397 LUBRICA TION Lubricate the rider and mower as shown in Figures 11 - 16. When a grease gun is shown, wipe the fitting clean, apply two or three shots of lithium base automotive grease, and wipe off excess grease. When an oil can is shown, wipe the area clean, apply a few drops of oil (SAE 30), then wipe up drips or spill ...
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19 Figure 17. Battery A. Negative Battery Terminal & Cable B. Positive Battery Terminal & Cable C. Hold Down Strap B A TTER Y 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 ...
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20 SER VICING THE MO WER BLADES 1. Remove mower from the rider. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 3. To remove blade for sharpening, use wooden block to hold blade while removing the blade mounting cap- screw (Figure 19). 4. Use a file to sharpen blade to fine edge. Remove ...
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21 T roubleshooting Adjustments & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING 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 reme ...
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22 T roubleshooting, Adjustment & Service T r oubleshooting the Rider (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will not drive. 1. Ground speed control lever in 1. Shift in forward or reverse. neutral. 2. Transmission 2. Move into drive position. release lever in “push” position. 3. Belt is broken. 3. See Drive Belt Replacemen ...
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23 T roubleshooting, Adjustment & Service W ARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and rider on level ground. Figure 23. Steering Gear Adjustment A. Capscrews *2401 Capscrews Figure 24. Steering Wheel Height Adjustment A. Steering Shaft SEA T ADJUSTMENT Use the lever on the front of the seat (A ...
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24 Adjustments BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Brake Adjustment 1. Release the parking brake. 2. Brake arm (C, Figure 25) should be touching stop (B). 3. Remove cotter pin (D) and loosen the castle nut (A). Place a 0.015” feeler gauge (E) gap between the brake disc (F) and the brake puck (G). a. To decrease gap, insert feeler gauge in gap and turn nut (A) clock ...
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25 Adjustments *2397 Figure 26. Trailing Arms A. Spacers C. Nut B. Rear Mower Rollers D. Rear Trailing Arms MO WER ADJUSTMENTS 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 speci- fied in Checking Tire Pressure. To achieve proper mower levelli ...
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26 Adjustments Figure 29. Front-To-Back Levelling A. Adjustment Nut D. Levelling Rod B. Rear Nut E. Jam Nut C. Bracket *2397 Front-T o-Back Le veling 1. Make sure mower is level side-to-side and that rear rollers are on the ground. 2. Position blade(s) front-to-back. Measure the distance from the ground to front tip of blade(s), and from ground to ...
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27 Adjustments T ransport Height Adjustment Transport height should be adjusted so that rear mower rollers are 1/8” - 1/4” (3-6 m) above ground when mower lift lever is in transport position. To adjust, perform both mower leveling procedures first, then do the following procedure. See Figure 30. 1. Park rider on a flat level surface. 2. Adjust ...
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28 Belt Replacement Figure 32. Mower Belt Replacement - 34” A. Idler Pulley Arm D. Capscrews B. Idler Pulley E. Arbor Cover C. PTO Pulley RIDER DRIVE BEL T Replacement of the rider drive belt requires removal of the transmission and carrier frame. Should the drive belt ever fail, contact your dealer for replacement. MO WER BEL T - 30” See Figur ...
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29 Specifications ENGINE 13 HP Intek OHV — Briggs & Stratton Horsepower 13 HP @ 3400 rpm Displacement 21 Cu. In. (344 cc) Electrical 12 Volt, 3 Amp D.C. Battery 230 CCA Air Cleaner Pre-Cleaned Air to Paper Filter Oil Capacity 3 Pints (1.42 L) 16 HP Command™ — K ohler Horsepower 16 HP @ 3400 rpm Displacement 27.9 Cu. In. (460 cc) Electrica ...
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30 Parts & Accessories REPLA CEMENT P ARTS Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. TECHNICAL MANU ALS 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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Lawn Care & Mowing Information LC-1 HO W AND WHEN T O W A TER, FERTILIZE & AERA TE Most lawns are watered too often, but with too little water. However too much water can allow develop- ment of diseases with your lawn. It is best to water the lawn only when necessary, and then to water it slowly, evenly, and deeply—imitat- ing a slow, soa ...
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LC-2 Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HO W OFTEN T O 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 deco ...
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