Simplicity RT Series User Manual

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Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service .........22
Troubleshooting the Tractor..................................22
Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................23
Seat Adjustment....................................................24
Hopper Latch Adjustment .....................................24
Steering Gear Adjustment.....................................25
Brake Adjustment..................................................25
Catcher-Full Alarm Adjustment .............................26
Mower Lift Adjustment ..........................................26
Battery Charging ...................................................26
PTO Clutch Adjustment ........................................27
Transmission Purging ...........................................28
Mower Adjustments ..............................................29
Cutting Height Adjustment ............................29
Leveling the Mower.......................................29
PTO Belt Replacement .........................................30
Arbor Drive Belt Replacement ..............................30
Specifications ....................................................31
Parts & Accessories..........................................32
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
Safety Rules & Information.................................2
Identification Numbers........................................5
Safety Decals .......................................................6
Safety Icons .........................................................7
Safety Interlock System ......................................7
Features & Controls ............................................8
Control Functions....................................................8
Operating the Tractor ........................................10
General Operating Safety .....................................10
Adding Fuel...........................................................10
Starting the Engine ...............................................10
Stopping the Tractor & Engine..............................11
Driving the Tractor ................................................11
Mowing..................................................................11
Pushing the Tractor by Hand ................................11
Parking Brake Functions.......................................12
Emptying the Catcher ...........................................12
Mulching Plug .......................................................12
Attaching a Trailer.................................................13
Storage .................................................................13
Mower Deck Removal & Installation .....................14
Catcher Installation & Removal.............................15
Regular Maintenance ........................................16
Maintenance Schedule .........................................16
Check Tire Pressures ...........................................17
Transmission Maintenance ...................................17
Battery Maintenance .............................................17
Lubrication ............................................................18
Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts ...................................19
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................20
Check Mower Blade Timing ..................................20
Set Mower Belt Tension........................................21
Safety Interlock System Check .............................21
Blade Brake Check ...............................................21
PTO Clutch Adjustment Check .............................21
Engine Maintenance .............................................21
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Simplicity RT Series Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	RT Series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English