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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
LANDLORD
& SOVEREIGN
MFG. NO. 655
MFG. NO. 654
MFG. NO. 657
MFG. NO. 653
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Safety . Ge”e‘d Read the Operating and Service lnstrudfions When using any attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of fhe equipment. allow anyone near the vehicle while in operation. Never allow children to operate the machine. . Do not allow adults to operate it without Make sure a. tractor and attachments are in good proper instruction. operating condition, b. all safety devices and shields are
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Simplicity trac- you to our long list of satisfied customers. Also, before al- tar. We know you bought this machine to make your lawn lowing others to operate your tractor, be sure they read and garden work easier. You bought the right machine to and understand the safety precautions and operation sec. do it. So that you can get the very most from your pm- tion of this manual. For your own safety and that of your chase, we would consider it a personal favo
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PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS n Know the controls and how to stop quickly -- READ THE m Do not put hands or feet near or under rotetins parts. OWNER’S MANUAL. Keep clear of discharge opening at all times. . Do not allow children or young teenagers to Operate Ve n Before cleaning, inspecting, adjusting, or repairing the trac- hicle or adults to operate it without proper inStrUCtion. tor or any attachments stop the engine, reri~ove the igni- tion key (electric start models) and be sure all blades an
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SlMPLIClTY OFFERS YOU- OPERATION Comfortable foot support Large area foot rests permit changing foot position without resting feet on mower. Easy to get on and off. Full length foot rest is convenient step. Controls are out~of the way. Reduced noise and vibration, Enclosed, large vOlUme muffler lowers engine noise. Synchro-balanced engine Quick, simple starting. High capacity battery. Key-control- (Sovereign) and massive frame (Sovereign and Landlord) led electric starter/generator. minimizevib
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OPERATION CONTROLS AND HOW TO USE THEM choke control should be pushed all the way in whenever the engine is running. Picture yourself seated on your Landlord or Sovereign tractor. ‘Before starting the engine, lets learn how to use 4. Generator Warning Light: The generator light will warn each of the safe, easy to reach controls. (The numbers on you if the generator or voltage regulator on your tractor is figures 1 thru 7 correspond to the paragraph numbers be- not functioning properly. It is nor
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speed when the power take-off is engaged to absorb the initial effort of the added load. ALWAYS DISENGAGE THE P.T.O. AND WAIT UNTIL ALL ATTACHMENTS HAVE STOPPED MOVING BEFORE LEAVING THE TRACTOR SEAT. :.: .:, ;.:7 ..~.. .~:: FIGURE 5 9. Lift Lever: The lift lever is used for lifting the rotary mower ,or other attachments out of the operating position FIGURE 3 so they can he transport.ed. By using the notches and pin ATE THE LIGHTS FOR OVER 10 MINUTES WHEN holes provided in the quadrant, you can
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BRAKES WILL NOT FUNCTION IF THE GEAR SHIFT The diagram printed on the panel shows the locatioi~ of IN THE LEVER AT THE REAR OF THE TRACTOR IS each position. To shift the transmission into reverse or sec- ond, pull the shift lever back toward you, then push it all the way to the right or left into the desired position. To shift into first or third, push the shift lever forward and move it left or right all the way to the desired position. Do not attempt to move the shift lever unless the foot ped
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sonally check each one so that you will become familiar the hydrostatic pump. Oil should be level with the bottom with them and also to insure that your tractor is ready to edge of this hole. If it is not see page 17 under Mainten- go the first time you use it. ance. Remove the pipe plug from ~the elbow on the axle housing. Oil should be level with the top of the elbow. If 1. Tire Inflation: The tractor is shipped with all tires in- it is not see page 17 under Maintenance. flated to 25 PSI. Befo
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using + rotary mower with your tractor, the front to rear STARTING THE ENGINE height adjustment must be checked. 1. Insure that the power take-off is disengagtid by moving the lever to the rear and down. If your tractor has attach- ments mounted, be sure the power drives to them are dis- engaged. (See figure 14). .~.; ::: 1 :, :.: : FIGURE 14 2. Place the transmission shift lever or hydrostatic control in neutral. THE ENGINE WILL NOT START UNLESS THE TRANSMISSION LEVERS ARE IN NEUTRAL. (See figu
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lever to fast or slow as needed for the operation. DO NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RUN IN AN ENCLOSED BUILDING WHERE CARBON MONOXIDE ,,MAY AC- CUMULATE. STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Move the speed control lever to the slow position. To gradualb reduce engine temperature allow the engine to idle for about a minute if the tractor has been pperated under full load. Stopping a hot engine too sudd’enly can cause damage to engine parts. 2. Turn the ignition key counter clockwise to the vertical position and remo
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IF BELT SLIPPAGE OCCURS, check the following: 3. Disengage the power-take-off clutch and lower any at- tachments to the ground. 1. Belts may be stretched or excessively worn. 4. If the engine has been working under full load, allow 2. Pulleys may be greasy or oily. ,: the engine to idle about a minute before turning the igni- tion key counterclockwise to the off position. 3. Insufficient belt tension due to a broken or worn tension spring. 5. Remove the key to prevent unauthorized use of the tra
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Starter-Generator Belt: If the starter turns but the engine The Landlord and Sovereign tractors have been designed for easy accessability to areas which need to be reached in does not rotate, the starter-generator belt may need tigh- tening. The belt tension may be adjusted by slightly making adjustments and performing maintenance. The un- loosening the two generator mounting bolts and the two derside of the frame has been left open to provide easy ac- cess to areas requiring lubrication, adjust
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starter will actuate. If difficulty is experienced in moving the shift lever through the neutral position, raise the switch until the shift lever moves easily. Place a film of grease on the end of the safety interlock to reduce friction and wear. VARIABLE SAFETY INTERLOCK ,FIGURE 22 FIGURE 21 Variable Speed D&e: ALWAYS HAVE’THE ENGI:&E RUNNING AND THE CLUTCH ENGAGED.‘(RE- LEASED) WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE,VARI- ABLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER. Adjust the variable speed drive as follows. The reference
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speed control lever is in the Neutral position, the turn- buckle may need adjusting. See figure 24. To adjust, place the control lever in the neutral position. THE HYDRO- STATIC LOCKOUT AT THE REAR OF THE TRACTOR MUST BE IN THE “DRIVE” POSITION. Loosen the nuts at each end of the turnbuckle. Start the engine. If the trac- tor creeps forward turn the top of the turnbuckle toward the tractor. If the tractor creeps backward, rcztate the top of the turnbuckle away from the tractor. When the tum- buc
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. ,_’ VARIABLE SPEED BkAKE ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 26 FIGURE 27 Brake Adjustment, Parking: The parking brake is actuated counterclockwise to loosen the brake. The brake should be and adjusted independentally of the foot brake. It is found tight enough so it will hold, yet be easily placed in the at the rear of the left footrest on tractors with variable “locked” position. Before retightening the locking nut, be speed transmissions and the right footrest on tractors e- sure the brake lever is positione
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MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance of your Simplicity tractor will great- 2. Change Engine Oil: Drain the crankcase when the en- ly increase its useful life and reduce repair costs. A wide gine is warm. Remove the oil drain plug found on the left. variety of attachments and accessories permit use of your See figure 29. After the oil has completely drained tractor throughout the year. BECAUSE YOUR TRACTOR replace the plug and tighten securely. Refill the crankcase IS A MULTI-SEASON TOOL, IT IS VERY
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FIGURE 34 5. Check the Oil Level in the gear box located above the power take-off. Turn the pipe plug counterclockwise to re- n~ove. The oil should be level with the top of the elbow at the rear of the gear box. If necessary, add SAE 90 wt. FIGURE 31 transmission oil. Reinstall the plug securely. See figure 35. 4. Lubricate Grease Fittings: There are six grease zerks on the tractor located as follows: two on the front spindles and one on the steering bearing housing, power take-off, right rear a
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normally necessary. but if you wish to drain oil from the transmission; the drain plug is located at the lower right side of the transmission. (Hydrostatic Transmission): Check the oil level of the hy- drostatic unit with the engine stopped dt the plug in the reservoir. (See figure IO.) Turn the plug counterclockwise to remove. The oil should be level with the bottom of the threads. If it is not. remove the capscrew and cover from the top of the reservoir and add Dexron automotive trans- mission
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just before charging to mix the solution. DO NOT OVER FILL THE BATTERY. FIGURE 41 9. Check the Air Pressure on Tires: Front 12-15 PSI and FIGURE 42 Rear 6-8 PSI. EVERY 100 HOURS OR ONCE A YEAR SERVICE Battery Replacement: A dead battery or one too weak to 1. Remove the Spark Plug. clean or replace and set the gap at ,030. DO NOT SAND BLAST PLUGS, AS THE AB- start the engine may not necessarily mean the battery RASIVE PARTICLES LEFT ON THE PLUG MAY DAM- needs to be replaced. The voltage regulator
