Simplicity 497, 496 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

  • Manufacturer: Simplicity Manufacturing Company, Inc.
  • Model Number:496-2210(Manual lift), 497-2210(Power lift)
  • Engine Model : Briggs & Stratton Model 243431,TYPE 0123
  • Transmission: Capacity of 1-1/2 quarts of SAE 90 oil
  • Bevel Gear Housing: Capacity of one pint of SAE 90 oil
  • Total Grease Fittings: 3 (2 for front spindles and 1 for rear axle tube)
  • Battery: 12V deep cycle battery
  • Throttle Control: manual throttle with indicators.
  • Brake and Clutch: Integral brake and clutch actuate by use of a pedal
  • Tire pressure: 10 psi for front tires and 7 psi for rear tires.
  • Weight: Varies according to attachments
  • Number: of operating positions for attachments: 5
  • Adjustable Attachments: Height and angle adjustment for blade on the attachments.
  • Safety Features: Safety ignition switch and the parking brake

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the recommended type of fuel to be used in the engine?

A: Regular unleaded gasoline that has a minimum octane level of 87.

Q: Engine oil should be checked at what intervals?

A: The level of engine oil should be of checked after every 25 hours of service or operation of the machine .

Q: Is this tractor able to remove snow?

A: Snow can be removed using the 42’’snowplow or grader attachments and even more.

Q: My tractor will not start, what do I do next?

A: Check to see if the battery is charged, the ignition switch is correctly set and the gear shift lever is set to neutral.

Q: Can you provide me with the steps I can use in order to adjust a parking brake?

A: The parking brake can be adjusted within the range of the brake band nut to increase or to decrease the holding power.

Q: With this tractor, what types of attachments can be used?

A: This tractor is compatible with several attachments such as a snow plow, grader blade and rear tiller.

Q: Is there a warranty for the tractor?

A: Yes, it is currently covered by the manufacturer's warranty which you may get from your Licensed Simplicity Dealer.

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