Simplicity Broadmoor 5008 - PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS

PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS
In addition to the basic safety rules appearing on the in- V Do not.operate equipment when barefoot or wearing open
side front cover, follow these safety tips when using your sandals. Always wear substantial footwear,
tractor and its attachments.
■ Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or down¬
hill. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent
tipping or loss of control.
H If your equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibra¬
tion is usually a warning of trouble.
■ Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden hazards.
■ Look to be sure children are not behind you before back¬
ing up.
■ Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment:
Use only approved drawbar hitch points. Limit loads to
those you can safely control. Don't turn too sharp and
use care when backing. Use counterweights or wheel
weights when suggested in the owners' manual.
■ When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders or allow anyone near the trac¬
tor while in operation.
■ Always stop the engine when removing or installing attach¬
ments or unclogging snow or grass chutes. Perform main¬
tenance on unit only when engine is stopped.
■ Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the
tractor or adults to operate it without proper instruction.
Do not carry passengers. Always keep children and pets a
safe distance away.
■ Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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■ Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before start¬
ing the engine.
■ Take precautions such as disengaging the power take-off,
lowering attachments, shifting into neutral, setting park¬
ing brake, stopping engine and removing key when leaving
vehicle unattended.
■ Check all nuts, bolts and screws, especially the blade and
engine mounting bolts, for proper tightness at frequent in¬
tervals to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
■ Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
■ To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass, leaves or
excessive grease.
■ Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
■ Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
■ Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Stay clear
of discharge opening at ail times.
■ Always remove the ignition key when inspecting, clean¬
ing, repairing or adjusting the tractor or attachments.
■ Be especially careful when operating on wet or slippery
surfaces.
CONTENTS
WARRANTY INSIDE COVER
SAFETY INFORMATION 1
FEATURES ....... . 2
OPERATION . . . ... . 3
CONTROLS AND HOWTO USE THEM . ... 3
BEFORE STARTING. 4
STARTING & STOPPING THE ENGINE .... 5
TRAVEL SPEED SELECTION.5
SHIFTING ..5
STOPPING. ............. 6
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . 6
ADJUSTMENTS. . . ... . . . 7
RAISING THE TRACTOR TO VERTICAL ... 7
CLUTCH AND BRAKE ROD.7
BELT STOPS . .. 8
STARTER GENERATOR BELT ...... 8
SEAT.9
POWER TAKE OFF. 9
PARKING BRAKE. 9
MAINTENANCE. 10
EVERY 5 HOURS.10
EVERY 25 HOURS. . ..10
EVERY.100 HOURS ..11
SERVICE.11
GENERAL REPAIR..11
OFF SEASON STORAGE.11
STARTING AFTER STORAGE.12
REPLACEMENT PARTS.12
SPECIFICATIONS ..1314
ACCESSORIES. 1 5
WARRANTY.15
PARTS LISTING. . 1 6 -30
PARTS LISTING FOR MAJOR ATTACHMENTS 31
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