Simplicity 5200 Series User Manual

Normal Care
4. Clean engine fins and air filter. (See
engine manual.)
5. Check fluid levels and tire pressure.
(See Normal Care Chart.)
6. Start the engine outdoors. Do not run
engine at high speeds immediately after
starting.
LUBRICATING THE MOWER
Lubricate the mower as shown in figures 15,
16, 17 and arbor (under deck). Use an oil can
with medium weight (S AE 30) oil. Brush and
wipe dirt and grass from the area before
applying oil. Wipe up drips and spills. Keep
oil off belts and pulleys.
Figure 15. Lubricate height control
lever & point where roller bar
contacts bracket.
Figure 16. Lubricate clevises &
points where roller bar contacts
brackets.
Figure 17. Lubricate hitch, PTO rod
& PTO arm.
SHARPENING & BALANCING THE
BLADES
1. Remove the mower from the tractor.
2. Position the mower as in figure 18.
Secure the mower so it will not fall or
slide.
WARNING
Do not handle the mower blades with
bare hands. Avoid touching the cutting
edge. Careless or improper handling of
blades may result in serious injury.
3. Remove any dirt or foreign matter from
inside the mower deck and blade.
4. To remove the blade for sharpening use
a wooden block to hold blade while
removing the capscrew (figure 18).
5. Use a file to sharpen blade to fine edge.
Remove all nicks and dents in blade
edge. If blade is severely damaged, it
should be replaced.
6. Check and balance blade. Use a balanc¬
ing machine or the fixture shown in
figure 19. Center the blade on a nail
lubricated with a drop of oil. A bal-
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Simplicity 5200 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	5200 Series
Category	Tractor
Language	English