Snapper Conquest 2700 User Manual

OPERATOR’SMANUAL23HP Hydro TractorsMfg. No. Description2690656 Conquest, 23HP & 44” Mower (CE)2690657 YT2344, 23HP & 44” Mower (CE)2690679 Con

8Safety DecalsSafety DecalsThis unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an indust

9CE Safety IconsWarning: Read Operator’sManual.Read and understand theOperator’s Manual before usingthis machine.Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine

10Features & ControlsThrottle ControlThe throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle for-ward to increase engine speed and back to decreasee

PTO SwitchThe PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen-gages attachments that use the PTO. To engage thePTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to

12Features & ControlsFigure 2. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake KnobParking Brake FunctionApplying

13Features & ControlsDashboard Display & FunctionsDisplay ItemsRefer to Figure 3.A. FUEL LEVELIndicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.

General Operating SafetyBe sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation sections before attempting to operate this unit.Become familiar wit

Starting the Engine1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress thebrake pedal or set the parking brake. 2. Make sure that your feet are no

Attachment Operation in ReverseIf an operator chooses to operate a PTO driven attach-ment in reverse, the RMO system can be used. To usethe Reverse M

17Operating the TractorAdjusting Mower Cutting HeightThe cutting height is infinitely adjustable betweenapproximately 1” and 3-5/8” (2,5-9,2cm). Elec

Mower Deck Removal & Installation 44” Simplicity, Massey Ferguson or AGCOModels18Operating the TractorRemoving the Mower DeckNote: Units with elec

19Operating the TractorMower Deck Removal & Installation 44” Snapper ModelsRemoving the Mower DeckNote: Units with electric height of cut, unplug

20Removing the Mower DeckNote: Units with electric height of cut, unplug tractor wireharness from deck harness before removing deck.1. Park the tracto

21Operating the TractorABFigure 13. Mower HitchA. Tractor Hitch BracketsB. Spring-Loaded LeverInstalling the Mower DeckNOTE: Perform mower installatio

22Operating the TractorABFigure 15. Mower HitchA. Tractor Hitch BracketsB. Spring-Loaded LeverRemoving the Mower Deck1. Park the tractor, fully lower

23Operating the TractorAttaching a TrailerThe maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444Newton. The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222Newton.

24Operating the TractorAFCDGFigure 18. Lift Link - Manual Lift ModelsA. PinB. Rear Hole of Lift Bar (Snowthrower Applications)C. SpacerD. Hair Pin Cl

25Lawn Care & Mowing InformationHow and When to Water,Fertilize & AerateMost lawns are watered too often,but with too little water. Howevertoo

26Lawn Care & Mowing InformationWhen and How Often to MowThe time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’llget when mowi

27RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURESThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. * Refer

1Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service...36Troubleshooting the Tractor...36Troubleshooting the Mower ...

28Regular MaintenanceCheck / Clean Oil Cooler(Select Models)SERVICE INTERVAL: EVERY 25 HOURS, OR ASNECESSARYThe engine oil cooler is located on the si

29Regular MaintenanceBattery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and CablesSERVICE INTERVAL: EVERY 100 HOURS1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, neg

30Regular MaintenanceLubricationSERVICE INTERVAL: EVERY 25 HOURSLubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 22-25 as well as the lubrication

31Regular MaintenanceFigure 24. Mower Lubrication Points Figure 25. Arbor Lubrication PointLubricate Rear Axle ShaftsSERVICE INTERVAL: YEARLYWe recomm

32Regular MaintenanceServicing the Mower BlabesSERVICE INTERVAL: EVERY 100 HOURS OR ASREQUIREDNOTE: Mower blades must be timed perpendicular toeach ot

33Regular MaintenanceFigure 31. Transmission Oil ReservoirA. Reservoir Access HoleATransmission IdentificationSeveral service procedures within this

34Regular MaintenanceK71 MaintenanceThe following maintenance procedures must be per-formed on the K71 transmission after the first 50 hours ofoperati

35Regular MaintenanceFigure 36. Internal Transmission Filter ServiceA. Filter Access Cap B. Internal Filter5. Remove and replace the internal transmi

36Troubleshooting,Adjustment, & ServiceTroubleshootingWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged o

37Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceTractor Troubleshooting Cont.Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch/brake is out of adjustment. See Adjustme

2Safety Rules & InformationTP 600-2459-08-UV-SMAOperating SafetyCongratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn andgarden equipment

38Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 39. Seat AdjustmentA. Seat Adjustment LeverB. Carriage Bolt, Spacer, Washer, & NutC. Seat Spri

39Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceSteering Wheel AdjustmentNOTE: The steering wheel on Snapper models is notadjustable. 1. Use a suitable pu

40Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceMower AdjustmentsWARNINGBefore checking mower, shut off PTO and engine,remove the key, and allow all movin

41Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 47. Sliding Bracket Gauge Wheel AdjustmentA. Nylock Wing Nut C. CapscrewB. Gauge Wheel Bracket D.

42Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceLeveling The MowerIf the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling.Unequal or improper tire pressure may

43Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 53. Mower Belt Routing A. Idler Pulley Arm C. Belt Guide B. PTO Clutch Pulley D. Arbor Drive Pulley

44Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceArbor Drive Belt Replacement - NOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicity replace-ment parts. 1. Park t

45SpecificationsENGINE:23 HP* Briggs & StrattonMake Briggs & StrattonModel VanguardHorsepower 23 @ 3600 rpmDisplacement 38 Cu. in (622 cc)Elec

46Parts & AccessoriesReplacement PartsReplacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts.Tec

3Safety Rules and InformationSlope OperationYou could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on toosteep an incline. Using the unit

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4Safety Rules & InformationGENERAL OPERATION1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the unit before starting.2. Do no

5Safety Rules and InformationCHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted

6Safety Rules & InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of igniti

7Identification NumbersTractor ID TagMower ID TagENGINE REFERENCE DATAModel Description Name/NumberUnit MFG NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIA