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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Cobalt Series
27HP Zero-Turn Riders
Mfg. No. Description
2690479 Simplicity 27HP Cobalt Zero-Turn Rider with 61” Mower
5100724
Revision B
Rev. Date: 04/2009
TP 100-7293-B-CB-S
Not for
Reproduction
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Simplicity product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Simplicity brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Simplicity product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended to be used and maintained according to the
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Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Safety Controls Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information ................................2 Identification Numbers .....................................11 Safety Decals.....................................................12 Safety Icons & Interlock System......................13 Features & Controls..........................................14 Control Functions..................................................14 Operation ....................
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Safety Rules and Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are res
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Safety Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). Always mow across slopes, not up and down (to maintain traction on the wheels) and avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. Reduce speed
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Safety Rules and Information Roll Bar Use Keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised.) Lower the roll bar only when necessary (such as to temporarily clear a low overhanging obstacle) and NEVER remove it. Do NOT use the seat belt when the roll bar is down. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits. Retaini
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Safety Safety Rules and Information Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutes prior to adding fuel. Do not add fuel indoors, in an enclosed trailer, garage, or any other enclosed area that is not well ventilated. Gaso
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Safety Rules and Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. enough to protect themselves and others from injury. GENERAL OPERATION 19. Follow the man
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Safety Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and Never operate on slopes greater than 15°. tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or Select slow ground speed before driving onto death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If slope. Use extra caution when operating on you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, slopes with rear-mounted grass catchers. do not operate on it. Mow across the fa
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Safety Rules and Information fuel line clamps further than necessary. Ensure SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE clamps grip hoses firmly over the filter after Safe Handling of Gasoline installation. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 12. Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, sources of ignition. gasohol containing more than 10% ETHANOL, 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. gasoline additives, or white gas because 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine/fuel syste
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Safety Safety Rules & Information � BEFORE FIRST TIME USE - Inspect the ROLL ROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONS BAR structure and mounting hardware for: For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over 1) Check to make sure the machine GVW (Gross Protection System (ROPS). Vehicle Weight), including attachments, restrained payload, fuel and operator, is not in WARNING excess of the maximum weight specified on In order to avoid serious injury or death from the ROLL BAR label. roll over, it is important to
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Safety Rules & Information INSPECT BUCKLE WARNING & LATCH Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause serious injury or death. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT � The seat belt like the ROLL BAR, needs to be periodically inspected to verify that the integrity has not been compromised through normal machine use, misuse, age degradation, INSPECT WEBBING modifications, or a roll over. If the seat belt does not pass all of the following tests, it should be rep
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Safety S SA AM MP PL LE E S SA AM MP PL LE E Identification Numbers Identification Numbers North American Models Mfg. No.: 169XXXX Serial No.: XXXXX Identification dB(A) XXXX kW: XX CE Models Engine RPM XXXX Tag LpA: XXX dB(A) Vibration @ Wheel: XXX m/s² Vibration @ Seat: XXX m/s² Simplicity Mfg. Inc. Port Washington, WI USA 53074-0997 XXXXXXX When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufact
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Safety Decals SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important 1 information while you are operating your un
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Safety Safety Interlock System Safety Icons SAFETY INTERLOCK The alert symbol is used to identity safety information about hazards that can result in personal SYSTEM injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. the likelihood and the potential severity of the injury. These safety systems are present for your safety, do In addition, a hazard icon may be used to represent not attempt to bypass sa
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Features & Controls CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever Choke These control the cutting height of the mower deck. Close the choke for cold starting. Op
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Controls Features & Controls Ignition Switch Fuel Tank Cap The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. three positions: OFF Stops the engine and shuts off the Fuel Level Gauge electrical system. Displays the fuel level in the tank. RUN Allows the engine to run and powers t the electrical system. Headlight START Cranks the engine for starting. The headlight switch turns the headlights on and off. NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the
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Operation GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY CHECKS BEFORE STARTING Before first time operation: � Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for � Be sure to read all information in the Safety and instructions and oil recommendations. Operation sections before attempting to operate � Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in this tractor and mower. place and tight. � Become familiar with all of the controls and how to � Adjust the seat position, and
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Operation Operation PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND WARNING If you do not understand how a specific control DO NOT TOW RIDER Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the and wheel motor damage. Do not use FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. another vehicle to push or pull this unit. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, function of ALL controls. turn the
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Operation ZERO TURN DRIVING PRACTICE Smooth Travel The lever controls of the The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are Zero Turn rider are responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and responsive. efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. The BEST method of handling the ground Spending some time going through the maneuvers speed control levers is in shown and becoming familiar with how the unit three steps — as shown accelerates, trave
