Tractor Operation - Simplicity SLT100 Manuel D'utilisation

WARNING
Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless,
poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting, or
death.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Start and run engine outdoors.
• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if
doors or windows are open.
1. Check the oil level. See Check and Add Engine Oil.
2. Make sure that the equipment drive controls are
disengaged.
3. Sit in the seat and lift UP the seat adjustment lever to lock
the seat in position.
4. Engage the parking brake. Push the brake pedal, pull
UP on the parking brake control, and release the brake
pedal.
5. Disengage PTO switch by pushing IN.
6. Set the throttle/choke control to the CHOKE position (if
equipped).
7. Put the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON/
START position. For push-button start models, push the
button two times and hold until the engine starts.
8. After the engine starts, move the throttle/choke control to
half speed. Turn the engine ON for at least 30 seconds.
This will warm the engine.
9. Set throttle/choke control to the FAST position.
In the event of an emergency, to stop the engine, turn the
ignition switch to the STOP position. For normal engine shut
down see Stop Tractor and Engine.
Note: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts,
contact an authorized dealer.
Stop Tractor and Engine
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine.
1. Release the ground speed pedals (M, Figure 3 ) to return
to the NEUTRAL position.
2. Disengage the PTO switch (D), then wait for all moving
parts to stop.
3. Move the throttle control (J) (or throttle/choke control) to
the SLOW position and turn the ignition key (C) to the
OFF position.
4. Remove the key.
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5. Engage the parking brake control (H). Push the brake
pedal (R), pull UP on the parking brake control, and
release the brake pedal.
In the event of an emergency, turn the ignition switch to the
STOP position. This will stop the engine.

Tractor Operation

1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can
comfortably reach all the controls. See Features and
Controls.
2. Engage the parking brake control (H, Figure 1):
a. Fully push down on the brake pedal (P).
b. Pull UP on the parking brake.
c. Release the brake pedal.
3. Make sure the PTO switch (O) is disengaged.
4. Start the engine. See Start Engine.
5. Disengage the parking brake:
a. Fully push DOWN on the brake pedal.
b. Push DOWN on the parking brake control.
c. Release the brake pedal.
6. Push down on the forward speed control pedal (Q) to
travel forward. Release the pedal to stop.
Note: The further down the pedal is pushed down the faster
the tractor will travel.
7. To stop the tractor, release the speed control pedals, set
the parking brake, and stop the engine. See Stop Tractor
and Engine.
Cruise Control
To engage:
1. Push down on the forward ground speed pedal (Q,
Figure 1). See Features and Controls.
2. Pull up the cruise control (S) when the desired speed
is reached. The cruise will lock in one of its five locking
positions.
To disengage:
1. Push down on the brake pedal (P). See Features and
Controls, OR
2. Push down on the forward ground speed pedal (Q).