MASSEY FERGUSON Simplicity Lancer Series User Manual

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MASSEY FERGUSON Simplicity Lancer Series Specifications

General

Fuel Type	Gasoline
Transmission	Hydrostatic
Deck Material	Steel
Turning Radius	18 inches
Series	Lancer
Engine Type	Briggs & Stratton
Cutting Width	42 inches
Fuel Tank Capacity	3 gallons
Weight	500 lbs

Summary

Safety Rules & Information

Operating Safety

Guidelines for safe operation of power equipment and operator responsibility.

Read the Manual

Emphasizes reading safety and operation instructions before using the machine.

Slope Operation

Hazards and safe practices for operating on inclines to prevent loss of control.

General Operation

Comprehensive safety rules for operating the unit.

Identification Numbers

Safety Decals

North American Model Safety Decals

Details safety decals specific to North American models.

CE Model Safety Decals

Details safety decals specific to CE models.

SAFETY ICONS

CE Safety Icons and Directive Compliance

Explains safety icons for CE models and their directive compliance.

Features & Controls

Control Functions Overview

Describes the function of individual controls for operation.

Attachment Lift Control Lever

Operation and adjustment of the attachment lift control lever.

Operating the Tractor

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for safely starting the tractor engine.

Driving the Tractor

Procedures for safely driving the tractor, including forward and reverse.

Regular Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

A schedule detailing regular maintenance tasks and intervals.

Check Tire Pressures

Procedure and specifications for checking tire pressure.

Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service

Troubleshooting the Tractor

Common problems and solutions for the tractor.

Troubleshooting the Mower

Common problems and solutions specific to the mower deck.

Specifications, Parts, & Accessories