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Replacement OPERATOR’S MANUAL Regent / 500 / 2500 Series & Sport Series “Team Tractors” 14HP Gear Tractors Team Tractors Mfg. No. 1692593 1692595 1692597 1692599 Mfg. No. 1692957 1692959 1692961 1692963 1692965 1692967 1692969 1692971 1692973 1692975 1692874 Description Regent, 14HP Gear 514G, 14HP Gear 2514G, 14HP Gear Regent, 14HP Gear (Export) 14HP Hydro Tractors Mfg. No.
MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 1996, Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
Table Of Contents TRACTOR & MOWER IDENTIFICATION .....................2 TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR...............................18 General...............................................................................18 Troubleshooting The Tractor ..............................................18 Troubleshooting The Mower ...............................................19 Checking the Battery ..........................................................20 Charging A Completely Discharged Battery ................
Tractor & Mower Identification IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS PRODUCT • • DATA Model Description Name/Number Record your model name/number, tractor and mower deck manufacturer numbers and engine serial number in the space provided for easy reference. • REFERENCE Tractor M/N (Manufacturer’s Number) S/N (Serial Number) The Tractor I.D. tag is located on the left-side, of the frame, as shown below. Mower Deck M/N (Manufacturer’s Number) S/N (Serial Number) The Mower Deck I.D.
Safety Rules Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. GENERAL OPERATION WARNING - SLOPE OPERATION Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent (16.
Safety Rules b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. 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. c) Never refuel the unit indoors. • Never run a unit in an enclosed area.
Safety Decals All WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your tractor and mower should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your safety and it is important! The safety decals below are on your tractor and mower. GENERAL 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.
Features & Controls CONTROLS - HYDRO MODEL A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. Steering Wheel Engine Throttle Control Parking Brake Knob Ignition Key/Switch Headlight Switch PTO (Electric Clutch) Switch Mower Height Adjustment Lever Brake Pedal Forward Direction Pedal Rear Direction Pedal A H G I B F E D J C Figure 2. Tractor & Mower Controls - Hydro Model CONTROLS - GEAR MODEL A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I.
Operation GENERAL SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Before first time operation, drive in an open area without mowing, to become accustomed to the unit. Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower. Your tractor is equipped with a seat switch safety system. Check the seat switch operation every fall and spring with the following three tests.
Operation C A C A B B Figure 4. Mower Deck - Right Side A. Clip C. Height Adjustment Lever B. Pin & Clip Figure 5. Mower Deck - Left Side (38” Deck Shown) A. Rod B. Pin & Clip C. Lever MOWER INSTALLATION & REMOVAL WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1. Turn the front wheels of the tractor full left. 2.
Operation CHECKS BEFORE STARTING B 1. Make sure you have proper wheel or counterweights installed if required. See Slope Operation in the Safety Rules section. Make sure any slopes are within required limits. A 2. Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations. 3. Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight. 4. Make sure you can reach all controls from operator’s positions.
Operation 4. On hydro model, release the parking brake by depressing the brake pedal (A, figure 8), then press down on either pedal (I or J, figure 2) for the desired direction and speed of travel. On gear model, fully depress clutch/brake pedal (A, figure 8) to release the parking brake and disengage the clutch. Use the gear selector (I, figure 3) to select the gear best suited for conditions, then slowly release clutch/brake pedal to engage clutch and start tractor in motion.
Mowing Patterns & Tips • For dry conditions where grass blow-out is a problem: a. Use sharp blades. GENERAL For the first use of the mower, choose a smooth level area. Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly. The size and type of area to be mowed determines the best mowing pattern to use. Obstructions such as trees, fences and buildings must also be considered.
Mowing Patterns & Tips • Change the mowing pattern each time. • If mulching baffles are removed, the original deflector must be in operating position for safe side-discharge mowing. The Best Combination We recommend that you experiment with the height of cut position and tractor ground speed that will give you the best cut. Start with a higher cutting height and try increasing lower settings until you find a cutting height that is matched to your mowing conditions and preferences.
Normal Care SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by multiplying the time it takes to do one job by the number of times you’ve done the job, or you can install the optional hour meter. Safety Items Check safety interlock system. Check tractor brakes. Check mower blade brake. Normal Care Items Check tractor/ mower for loose hardware.
Normal Care CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE Front tire pressure should be 12 - 15 psi (82 - 103 kPa). Rear tire pressure should be 10 - 12 psi (56 - 82 kPa). CHECKING FUEL FILTER The fuel filter is located in fuel line between fuel tank and carburetor. If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows. Place a container below filter to catch spilled gasoline. WARNING Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. DO NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary.
Normal Care TRANSAXLE - HYDRO MODELS B The hydro transaxle is a sealed unit. The transaxle is filled with oil and does not require any further lubrication unless a service overhaul is performed C BATTERY MAINTENANCE D Checking the Battery Fluid 1. Raise the seat by tilting it forward to gain access to the battery. A WARNING Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery. Figure 13. Battery A. Positive Battery Terminal C. Battery Cap B.
Normal Care SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. Loosen 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation & Removal. 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 capscrew (figure 14).
Storage WARNING Never store the tractor, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (such as a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.) and cause an explosion. Handle gasoline carefully. It is highly flammable and careless use could result in serious fire damage to your person or property. Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame or sparks.
Troubleshooting & Repair GENERAL 2. Carburetor adjusted incorrectly. See engine manual. This section of the manual provides troubleshooting and repair instructions for the more common and easily corrected problems. For other problems, it is recommended that you contact your dealer. 3. Spark plug faulty, fouled, or incorrectly gapped. Clean and gap or replace. See engine manual. Engine knocks. 1. Low oil level. Check/add oil as required. WARNING 2. Using wrong grade oil. See engine manual.
Troubleshooting & Repair Tractor will not move with transmission in forward or reverse position. Mower drive belt slips or fails to drive. 1. Mower drive belt broken. Replace. 1. Brake is not fully released. See Brake Adjustments. CHECKING THE BATTERY 2. Transmission release lever (hydro models) not fully in drive position. See Pushing The Tractor By Hand. A voltmeter can be used to determine condition of battery. When engine is off, the voltmeter shows battery voltage, which should be 12 volts.
Troubleshooting & Repair 6. Charge the battery until fully charged (i.e. until the specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250 or higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60° F). The best method of making certain a battery is fully charged, but not over charged, is to measure the specific gravity of a cell once per hour. The battery is fully charged when the cells are gassing freely at low charging rate and less than 0.003 change in specific gravity occurs over a three hour period. 6.
Troubleshooting & Repair **1582 THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES To Starter Switch To Starter Switch Jumper Cable Starting Vehicle Battery Discharged Vehicle Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 17. Battery Jump Starting Diagram Adjustments A A B 2-7/8"-3" Figure 18. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever Figure 19. Brake Spring Adjustment A. Nut B.
Adjustments View is from right side of tractor with rear wheel removed. B A C D A B C Figure 21a. Forward Speed Adjustment - Hydro A. Bolt C.Hydro Control Lever B. Control Rod Figure 20. Neutral Adjustment - Hydro Model A. Nut C. Cam Slot B. Neutral Adjustment Rod D. Stop Pin NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT - HYDRO If the tractor creeps forward or backward with the engine running and both travel pedals released, perform the following adjustment: 1.
Adjustments when the front pedal edge is 1/4" above the frame (pedal fully depressed). If it is not, loosen nut (A, figure 21), readjust pedal as necessary, then retighten nut. A NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT - GEAR If the tractor creeps forward or backward with the gear selector in the neutral gate and the engine running, perform the following adjustment: 1. Release the parking brake. Move the gear selector until neutral is found and the tractor can be wheeled freely back and forth. 2. See figure 22.
Adjustments C A B Figure 27. Front-to-Back Adjustment Nut A. Outside Nut C. Adjustment Nut B. Eccentric Nut Measurement should be equal or within 1/8" higher at front tips Figure 26. Leveling the Mower Deck Front-to-Back 38” Mower Deck Shown) NOTE: If mower handle drops out of cutting height quadrant, turn adjustment nut (C, figure 27) clockwise to increase spring tension. DO NOT tighten nut all the way so that spring is solid. 5. See figure 25.
Belt Replacement C Frame PTO shaft B A B A C Figure 29. Drive Belt Routing - Hydro Models A. Engine Pulley C. Idler Pulley B. Transmission Pulley D Figure 28. PTO (Electric Clutch) Assembly A. PTO C. Washer B. Sleeve D. Capscrew C CAUTION To avoid damaging belts, do not pry belts over pulleys. TRACTOR DRIVE BELT 1. Park the tractor on a level surface. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Remove the key. B A Figure 30. Drive Belt Routing - Gear Model A.
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE Cylinder: Bore & Stroke: Displacement: Construction: 14 HP Briggs & Stratton Make: Model & Type: Horsepower: Cylinder: Bore & Stroke: Displacement: Construction: Electrical: Governor: Oil Capacity: Ignition: Charging: Air Cleaner: Fuel Tank: Muffler Starter: Briggs & Stratton - 4 cycle air cooled See engine l.D. plate 14 HP @ 3600 rpm (Eng. Mfg’s. Rating) 1 horizontal 3.44 x 3.
Parts & Accessories 42" Dozer/Snow Blade Dozer Hitch Rear Wheel Weights Rear Weight Rear Weight Hitch Tire Chains Turbo Twin Bag Grass Catcher 38" Turbo Blower Twin Bag Grass Catcher Front Counterweight Dump Cart Designer Seat Cover Hour Meter Kit Gas Cans 1 gallon 2-1/2 gallon 5-1/4 gallon Replacement Parts Tractor Drive Belt - Hydro (16 HP) Tractor Drive Belt-Hydro (14 HP) Tractor Drive Belt-Gear Models (All) 44” Mower Drive Belt 44” Mower Blades 38” Mower Drive Belt 38” Mower Blade - RH 38” Mower Blade
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Choke PTO Clutch Engaged Fast (Throtttle) Parking Brake Slow (Throttle) Mower Cutting Height Adjustement Throttle 28
