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Simplicity 16GTH User Manual

Simplicity 16GTH
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Simplicity 16GTH Specifications

General IconGeneral
TransmissionHydrostatic
Deck MaterialSteel
Engine TypeGasoline
Grass CollectionOptional
Mulching CapabilityOptional

Summary

Safety Rules

Mower Installation & Removal

Operation

CONTROLS

Explains tractor controls shown in Figure 7A.

Engine & Dash Controls

Details engine and dash controls as shown in Figure 7B.

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

Describes pre-start checks and safety interlock system tests.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.

STARTING AND STOPPING

Details how to start and stop the tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION

Explains the function of the clutch-brake pedal.

PUSHING THE TRACTOR BY HAND

Instructions on how to push the tractor manually.

MOWING SUGGESTIONS

Offers tips and best practices for mowing.

Normal Care

DETERMINING OPERATING TIME

Explains how to use the hourmeter for maintenance scheduling.

RAISING HOOD & SEAT DECK

Instructions on how to lift the hood and seat deck.

NORMAL CARE SCHEDULE

Indicates a schedule for routine maintenance is provided.

ADDING GASOLINE

Provides instructions and warnings for adding fuel.

TRACTOR AND MOWER LUBRICATION

Details lubrication points for the tractor and mower.

FLUID LEVELS

Explains how to check hydrostatic transaxle and battery fluid levels.

TIRE PRESSURE

Specifies recommended tire pressures for front and rear tires.

CHANGING TRANSMISSION FLUID & FILTER

Details the process for changing transmission fluid and filter.

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT

Instructions for replacing the fuel filter.

CLEANING THE BATTERY & CABLES

Steps for cleaning battery terminals and cables.

SHARPENING & BALANCING THE BLADES

Guide on how to sharpen and balance mower blades.

NORMAL STORAGE

Instructions for storing the tractor and mower.

TRACTOR OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Precautions for long-term tractor storage.

STARTING AFTER STORAGE

Steps to restart the tractor after storage.

MOWER OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Procedures for storing the mower for off-season.

Troubleshooting & Repair

CONTENT OF SECTION

Outlines the troubleshooting and repair information provided.

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES

Explains how to use the troubleshooting chart.

TRACTOR & ENGINE

Lists common issues and solutions for the tractor and engine.

MOWER DECK

Covers common problems and solutions related to the mower deck.

Adjustments

TRACTOR BRAKE SPRING ADJUSTMENT

Details how to adjust the tractor's brake spring.

CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

Explains the procedure for adjusting the tractor's clutch.

SHIFT QUADRANT (NEUTRAL) ADJUSTMENT

Describes how to adjust the transmission shift quadrant for neutral.

MOWER DRIVE BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust mower drive belt tension.

PTO PULLEY BELT STOPS ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust PTO pulley belt stops.

LEFT IDLER PULLEY BELT STOP

Adjustment of the left idler pulley belt stop.

MOWER LEVELING, SIDE-TO-SIDE

How to level the mower side-to-side.

MOWER LEVELING, FRONT-TO-BACK

How to level the mower front-to-back.

BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the mower's blade brake.

LIFT LEVER ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the mower lift lever.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the tractor seat for comfort.

Specifications

ENGINE - 16 HP

Technical specifications for the 16 HP engine.

ENGINE - 17 HP

Technical specifications for the 17 HP engine.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLE

Technical details of the hydrostatic transaxle.

CHASSIS

Technical details of the tractor chassis.

42" MOWER

Technical specifications for the 42" mower.

48" MOWER

Technical specifications for the 48" mower.

Optional Attachments & Accessories

Snow Attachments

Describes snow plow, dozer, and snowthrower attachments.

Collection Systems

Details turbo-vac systems for collecting grass and leaves.

Tilling Attachments

Describes the 30" offset tiller attachment.

Other Attachments

Lists various other attachments not illustrated.

Common Replacement Parts

Parts Manual Available

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