Simplicity 4200 Series User Manual

Normal Care
The fuel filter is located in fuel line between
fuel tank and carburetor. If filter is dirty or
clogged, replace a.s follows. Place a con¬
tainer below filter to catch spilled gasoline.
1. Using a pliers, open and slide hose
clamps from fuel filter.
2. Remove hoses from filter.
3. Install new filter in proper flow direc¬
tion in fuel line. Secure by reclamping
with'hose clamps. See warningat begin¬
ning of procedure.
CHECKING BATTERY FLUID
1. Raise the seat.
2. Rertjove filler caps, one at a time.
3. Fluid must be even with split ring full
mark (figure 13). If not, add distilled
water.
4. Reinstall filler caps.
CLEANING THE BATTERY & CABLES
^^ WARNING
Be careful when handling the battery.
Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames
and sparks away from the battery.
WARNING
When removing or installing battery
cables, disconnect the negative cable
FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not
done in this order, the positive ter¬
minal can be shorted to the frame by a
tool.
I. Disconnect the cables from the battery.
A. Positive Terminal C. Battery Clamp
B. Negative Terminal
Figure 13. Battery
2. Remove the battery clamp, then re¬
move the battery.
3. Scrub the battery, cables, and battery
compartment with baking soda and
water.
4. Clean the battery terminals and cable
clamps with a wire brush.
5. Reinstall battery and clamp (figure 13).
6. Connect cables, positive cable first.
7. Coat cable clamps and terminals with
grease or petroleum jelly.
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
Check air pressure of all four tires. Front
tires should be 12 to ISpsi. Rear tires should
be 6 to 8 psi. A gauge with one-pound
markings will be necessary for an accurate
check.
TRACTOR NORMAL STORAGE
Clean all grass and dirt from the mower. To
protect your tractor, store it in an enclosed
dry area. Do not store it in an enclosure
where fumes from the fuel tank could reach
an open flame. Clean the seat with a vinyl
cleaner.
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Simplicity 4200 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Simplicity
Model	4200 Series
Category	Tractor
Language	English