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Exmark Metro 21 Operator's Manual

Exmark Metro 21 Operator's Manual

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For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
For Serial Nos.
600,000 & Higher
Part No. 109-0658 Rev. B
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  • Page 1 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Serial Nos. 600,000 & Higher Part No. 109-0658 Rev. B www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 2 Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer. Exmark reserves the right to make changes or add improvements to its products at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes to products manufactured previously. Exmark, or its distributors and dealers, accept no responsibility for variations which may be evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication.
  • Page 3 3. Exmark being unable to ship the part and the Exmark parts order is received by 3:00 p.m., central time, Exmark pays for the part and freight. 4. If the part does not arrive overnight due to the shipper (UPS), the shipper pays for the freight and Exmark pays for the part.
  • Page 4 If additional information is needed, or should you require trained mechanic service, contact your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor. All Exmark equipment dealers and distributors are kept informed of the latest methods of servicing and are equipped to provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at their service stations. They carry ample stock of service parts or can secure them promptly for you from the factory.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PAGE Safety Alert Symbol ..................1 Training....................... 1 Preparation ....................1-3 Operation....................3-5 Maintenance & Storage ................5-6 Safety Signs .................... 6-7 2. SPECIFICATIONS Model Numbers ..................8 Engine ......................

  • Page 6: Safety Alert Symbol

    MAY result in minor or moderate injury. 1.2 TRAINING 1.2.1 Regard the Exmark mower as a piece of power equipment and teach this regard to all who operate this unit. 1.2.2 Read the instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
  • Page 7 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1.3.3 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals. 1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects which may damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders.

  • Page 8: Operation

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ A static charge can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.
  • Page 9 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories can become entangled in rotating parts. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Contact with rotating parts can cause traumatic amputation or severe lacerations. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...

  • Page 10: Maintenance & Storage

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1.4.8 Do Not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal injury. 1.4.9 Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running.

  • Page 11: Safety Signs

    When new components are installed, be sure that current safety signs are affixed to the replaced components. 1.6.4 New safety signs may be obtained from your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor or from Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc. 1.6.5 Safety signs can be affixed by peeling off the backing to expose the adhesive surface.
  • Page 12 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Units with a Blade Brake Clutch PART NO.: 43-8480 LOCATION: Top RH Surface of Mower Deck For Units without a Blade Brake Clutch PART NO.: 39-5770 LOCATION: Top RH Surface of Mower Deck...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER: MPKA21; MSKA21, MSKA21B; MSHN21; MSHN21B 2.2 ENGINE 2.2.1 Engine Specifications: See your engine owner's manual. 2.2.2 RPM (No Load): 3300 rpm 2.3 FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.1 Capacity: 4 qt. (3.8 liter) Kawasaki Units; 2.1 qt (2.0 liter) Honda Units 2.3.2 Type of Fuel: Use only clean, fresh, regular grade, unleaded gasoline with the...
  • Page 14 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3.1.2 Blade Control Bail: Located on the upper handle as shown in Figure 1. When the blade control bail is depressed, the system senses that the operator is in the normal operator's position.

  • Page 15: Pre-Start

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3.1.5 Blade Control Lever (Blade Brake Clutch Units Only): The blade control lever is located on the right side of the handle next to the Blade Control Bail as shown in Figure 2. Moving the blade control lever into the full forward position while depressing the blade control bail engages the blade.

  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTE: Do not add oil to the gasoline. NOTE: Do not use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more the 10% ethanol, premium gasoline or white gas. Using these fuels can damage the engine’s fuel system.
  • Page 17 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3.3.2 Starting the Engine Connect the wire to the spark plug (For Honda Units: See Figure 5, For Kawasaki Units: See Figure 7). Figure 7 (Kawasaki Units Only) Open the fuel valve (Kawasaki Units: See Figure 3, Honda Units: See Figure 4).
  • Page 18 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3.3.5 Operating the Blade Control Lever (Blade Brake Clutch Units Only): Start the engine. Squeeze the blade control bail against the handle (Fig. 1). Move the blade control lever to the full forward Latch position. Blades should engage (Fig.
  • Page 19 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 12. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 13. Walk around the lawn mower to check for the newspaper ball. If the ball did not go under the deck, repeat step 7 through 12.
  • Page 20 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ A moving blade can cause serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...
  • Page 21 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Pin locked in bag notch G0212 Figure 11 NOTE: The discharge door in the lawn mower housing is now open. Mowing with the Grass Bag WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ A worn grass bag could allow small stones and other similar debris to be thrown in the operator’s or...
  • Page 22 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ The lawn mower can throw grass clippings and other objects though an open discharge tunnel. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Objects thrown with enough force could cause serious personal injury or death to an operator or bystander.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • Slow down your mowing speed if the lawn mower does not cut the leave finely enough. • If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the oak leaves.

  • Page 24: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use. Make sure that the oil level is between the Add and the Full marks as shown on the dipstick (Fig. 12 & 13). If the oil level is below the Add mark, add oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil (Section 3.4.1).

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Discharge Tunnel And Plug

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Scraping Method If washing does not remove all debris from under the lawn mower, scrape it clean. 1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 2. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. Refer to Emptying the Fuel tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter on page 25.
  • Page 26 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTE: Do not operate the engine without the air filter assembly; extreme engine damage will occur. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig 4 & 6).

  • Page 27: Maintaining The Blade

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Wing Bolts Cover Paper Element Foam Element Base G0217 Figure 18 4. Remove the cover. NOTE: Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from falling into the base. 5. Remove the foam and paper elements from the base (Fig. 18).
  • Page 28 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Blade Anti-Scalp Cup Blade Bolt Blade G0233 G0218 Accelerator Blade Nuts Accelerator Figure 19 Figure 20 (Blade Brake Clutch Units Only) (Units without a Blade Brake Clutch Only) 5. Inspect the Blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Fig.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Under The Belt Cover

    Torque the blade nuts to 15-27 ft-lb (20-37 N m). For Units without a Blade Brake Clutch: Install a sharp, balanced Exmark blade, the accelerator, and blade bolt. The sail of the blade must point toward the top of the lawn mower housing for proper installation.

  • Page 30: Cleaning The Blade Brake Clutch Shield

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4. Lift off the cover and brush out all the debris around the belt area. 5. Install the belt cover. 6. Connect the wire to the spark plug Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield Service Interval: Clean at the end of each mowing season.

  • Page 31: Lubricating The Pivot Arms

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3. Close the fuel valve (Fig. 3). 4. Disconnect the fuel line (Fig. 3) by loosening the tube clamp at the carburetor. 5. Open the fuel valve by turning the lever to the open position (Fig. 3).

  • Page 32: Changing The Engine Oil

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3. Clean around the spark plug. 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head. NOTE: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine.

  • Page 33: Lubricating The Gear Case

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Oil Filter Fuel Line G0227 Figure 29 1. Run the engine to warm the oil. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Oil may be hot after engine has been run. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Contact with hot oil can cause severe personal injury.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Blade Brake Cable

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1. Remove the grass bag. 2. Install a grease gun onto the fitting through the belt cover opening (Fig. 31) Grease Fitting Belt Cover G0229 Figure 31 3. Gently apply one to two pumps of #2 multi-purpose lithium-base grease.

  • Page 35: Storage

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2. Disconnect the wire form the spark plug (Fig. 4 & 6). 3. Remove the bolt, the wheel spacer, and the locknut mounting the wheel to the pivot arm (Fig. 33). Bearing/Hub...

  • Page 36: Preparing The Engine

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Gasoline can vaporize if you store it over long periods of time. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Gasoline vapors can explode if they come into contact with an open flame.

  • Page 37: Accessories

    Side Discharge Kit 7. TROUBLESHOOTING Exmark designed and built your lawn mower for trouble free operation. Check the following components and items carefully, and refer to Section X Maintenance for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 38 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Engine runs rough 1. The wire is not connected to 1. Connect the wire to the spark the spark plug. plug. 2. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, 2.

  • Page 39: Warranty

    This warranty extends only to replace or adjust any part manufactured by Exmark and found turf equipment operated under normal conditions. You by us (in the exercise of our reasonable discretion) to be...

  • Page 40: Emission Control Warranty Statement

    If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, it must be repaired or replaced by Exmark Manufacturing Company. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty period.
  • Page 41 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES - 36 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 42 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES - 37 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 43 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE RECORD Date Description of Work Done Service Done By - 38 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 44 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES RIDING ACCESSORIES CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM DECK LIFT ASSIST KIT HITCH KIT LIGHT KIT MICRO-MULCH SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS) SNOW BLADE SUN SHADE...

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