Gravely 992184 Owner's/Operator's Manual
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Pro-Turn 200
Owner/Operator Manual
Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
Models
992184 – Pro-Turn 252
992185 – Pro-Turn 260
992186 – Pro-Turn 266
992187 – Pro-Turn 260
03986600 12/09
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 Pro-Turn 200 ™ Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 992184 – Pro-Turn 252 992185 – Pro-Turn 260 992186 – Pro-Turn 266 992187 – Pro-Turn 260 03986600 12/09 ENGLISH Printed in USA FRANÇAIS...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    English are also available as a position and facing the direction of forward free download on our website: travel. http://www.gravely.com SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS MANUALES EN IDIOMAS When ordering publications, replacement DIFERENTES DEL INGLES...
  • Page 3: Product Registration

    (Off). Engine must stop if operator PRODUCT REGISTRATION leaves seat when steering levers are in any drive position or PTO is engaged The Gravely dealer must register the product (On). See Safety Interlock System on at the time of purchase. Registering the page 12.
  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY WARNING: This cutting machine is WARNING: POTENTIALLY capable of amputating hands and HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not feet and throwing objects. Failure avoided, COULD RESULT in death to observe the safety instructions in or serious injury. the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 5 Figure 2 OD5011 1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS NEVER CARRY CHILDREN. INJURY OR DEATH Read Owner/Operator Manual. OL4480 Go up and down slopes, not OL1801 across. Keep children and others away DO NOT operate on slopes from unit while operating. over 17°.
  • Page 6 2. DANGER! ROTATING PARTS 5. ROTATING PARTS Always keep feet and hands AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of away from rotating parts. rotating parts. OF3450 OL3030 Always stand clear of discharge 6. DANGER! area. Do not direct discharge AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of toward other people.
  • Page 7: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES NEVER operate unit after or during the use of medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation Read, understand, and follow all safety requires your complete and unimpaired practices in Owner/Operator Manual before attention at all times. beginning assembly. Failure to follow DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and instructions could result in personal injury tie back hair that may get caught in rotating...
  • Page 8 Start and operate unit only when seated in Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those operator’s position. Steering control levers you can safely control and the unit can safely must be in neutral, PTO disengaged and handle. parking brake set when starting engine. Disengage PTO when attachment is not in Use care when approaching blind corners, use.
  • Page 9 Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. ALWAYS disconnect negative (-) cable FIRST NEVER secure from rods or linkages that and positive (+) cable SECOND. ALWAYS could be damaged. connect positive (+) cable FIRST, and negative (-) cable SECOND. DO NOT transport machine while engine is running.
  • Page 10: Assembly

    Check all hardware at regular intervals, Check attachment components frequently. If especially blade attachment bolts. Keep all worn or damaged, replace with hardware properly tightened. manufacturer’s recommended parts. ASSEMBLY 5. Seat - See Seat Adjustments on page 14 and Service Position on WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
  • Page 11: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 3 1. Fuel Tanks and Caps 9. Battery 2. Steering Levers 10. Fuel Shut Off Valve 3. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 11. Mower Lift Pedal 4. Ignition Switch 12. Mower Deck 5. Hour Meter 13. Mower Lift Lock 6.
  • Page 12: Operation

    1. Remove the two hair pins and then the unit does not perform as stated, contact remove the ROPS lock pins from the your Gravely dealer for repairs. hinge plate. NOTE: When the parking brake is engaged, 2. Raise the center bar into up position.
  • Page 13 Steering Levers Throttle Lever The throttle lever changes the engine speed. Move the throttle lever to Fast (1) to increase engine speed. Move the lever to Slow (2) to decrease engine speed. The steering levers control speed and Bypass Valve direction.
  • Page 14 Mower Lift Pedal Hour Meter Mower lift pedal raises and lowers mower Press and release the toggle button to shift deck for mowing or transport. between different functions. Transport: Press and hold the toggle button to reset the timer or clear a service message. Push mower lift pedal all the way forward until lift lock engages.
  • Page 15: Filling Fuel Tank

    FILLING FUEL TANK Fuel Stabilizer Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read resulting in gum deposits in the system. and understand entire Safety These deposits can damage the carburetor section before proceeding.
  • Page 16 STARTING AND SHUT OFF TO MOW WITH UNIT Operate the unit only when seated in the operator’s position. CAUTION: Read entire Owner/Operator Manual, Clutch 1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm Manual, and Engine Manual first. until it is running smoothly. DO NOT attempt to start engine at 2.
  • Page 17 MOVING THE UNIT WITH THE FOR BEST PERFORMANCE ENGINE OFF Cut grass when it is dry. Keep mower blades sharp. IMPORTANT: Never tow unit. Keep mower deck properly levelled. 1. Shut OFF engine. 2. Place seat in the service position (See Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scalping.
  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following charts show the WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read recommended service schedule. More and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. frequent service may be required due to working conditions (heavy loads, high ambient temperatures, dusty conditions, or airborne debris).
  • Page 19 Period Service Task Check Mower Blades Check mower blades for wear. Sharpen or replace Every as needed. See Mower Blades on page 22. Hours Check Air FIlter Check air filter for dirt. Clean as required. Follow Engine Manual for maintenance schedule. Every Lubricate Unit Oil all pivot points and pin connections.
  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    Gravely Dealers will provide any service which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required, it can be obtained from a Gravely Dealer or the engine manufacturer’s authorized service center. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding.
  • Page 21 HYDRAULIC FLUID The hydraulic fluid should be at the cold fill line of the expansion tank. WARNING: HYDRAULIC FLUID can result in severe burns. Fluid in hydraulic system can penetrate skin and result in serious injury or death. Be sure to stop the engine before doing any work on hydraulic parts.
  • Page 22: Mower Blades

    MOWER BLADES Remove CAUTION: Use sturdy gloves or padding to protect hands when working with mower blades. 1. Turn the engine off. Remove the ignition key. Remove the ignition wire from the spark plugs. 2. Remove the bolts, cup washer, and blades from the spindle shafts.
  • Page 23 Sharpen the Mower Blades DO NOT Sharpen to This Pattern CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen mower blades while on unit. An unbalanced mower blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to unit. Check mower blade balance before reinstalling blades. NEVER weld or straighten bent blades.
  • Page 24 4. Charge battery according to charger and battery manufacturers’ instructions. 5. Replace battery. See Replace Battery on page 24. Jump-Starting Gravely does not recommend jump-starting your unit. Jump-starting can damage engine and electrical system components. See your 1. Negative 3. Battery engine manual for more detailed information.
  • Page 25 LUBRICATE UNIT 7. Loosen the jam nuts on the ball joints at each end of the linkage, and then Apply oil at all pivot points and pin disconnect the steering linkages from connections. transaxle control arm. 8. Engage the parking brake to align the steering levers.
  • Page 26 Adjusting Transaxle Neutral Aligning the Steering Levers (Figure 15) NOTE: If neutral cannot be set adjusting the steering linkages, the neutral mechanism on 1. Shut OFF engine. Remove the ignition the transaxle may need to be adjusted. key. Follow steps 1 – 6 in Eliminating Excessive 2.
  • Page 27 ADJUSTING THE UNIT TO TRACK STRAIGHT WARNING: Prior to adjusting the tracking of the unit, shut OFF engine, engage parking brake, and remove the ignition key. Check and adjust tire pressure. Increase pressure on side unit tracks to. DO NOT exceed maximum recommended tire pressure (See Specifications on page 36).
  • Page 28 Adjust the Parking Brake PTO BELT 1. Engage the parking brake. 2. Loosen the jam nuts on the rear of the WARNING: MOVING PARTS can compression spring until there is no cut or amputate body parts. tension on the spring. Then tighten the ALWAYS wait for moving parts to nuts until the spring measures stop before performing...
  • Page 29 Replacing Mower Belts NOTE: Long PTO mower belt must be removed to remove short mower belt. CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension. Keep body parts well away from idlers when performing this operation. 1. Slowly release the tension on the long mower belt idler until all the tension is removed from the springs.
  • Page 30 Replacing the Hydro Pump Belt 1. Properly stop and park unit (See Operation on page 12). 2. Remove the PTO belt from the mower clutch sheave (See Replacing Mower Belts on page 29). CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension. Keep body parts well away from idlers when performing this operation.
  • Page 31 MOWER DECKS Anti-scalp Roller Adjustment The anti-scalp rollers are set at the factory for typical mowing height, but can be adjusted for high or low cutting conditions (Figure 23). Anti-Scalp rollers are intended to prevent lawn scalping, not to control cutting height. For a very high cutting height, set the anti- scalp rollers in the lowest position on the bracket.
  • Page 32 Leveling the Mower Deck These adjustments should be made on a level surface with the tires inflated to the correct air pressure. Check Blade Level and Pitch 1. Raise mower deck to a 3-1/2 in. (8.9 cm) cutting height. 2. Shut off engine. Engage parking brake. Remove the ignition key.
  • Page 33 Adjustment Bolt Blade Side-to-Side Level Right Left Blade Front-to-Back Pitch Front Height Adjuster Jam Nuts Figure 27 Rear Rear Figure 26 Adjust Blade Height Level and pitch the mower with the height adjusters on each deck lift bracket (Figure 27). Loosen the lock nut on the deck lift trunnion and at the lift pivot point.
  • Page 34: Storage

    CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT STORAGE If clutch fails to engage or disengage properly or begins to make abnormal noise, check the air gap adjustment at the three inspection WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read slots. and understand entire Safety To check: section before proceeding. 1.
  • Page 35: Accessories

    79100800 52 in. Discharge Cover Kit 186, 187) 79101000 Solid Tire Kit 21537000 Air Filter Outer 79101800 Fuel Cap with Lock Element (992184) 79102100 Gravely Hub Cap 21545300 Air Filter Inner Element 79102300 Flextend™ Kit (992185, 186, 187) 79202300 Hitch Kit...
  • Page 36: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 992184 992185 992186 992187 Model Pro-Turn 252 Pro-Turn 260 Pro-Turn 266 Pro-Turn 260 Engine Kawasaki Engine Model FX730V FX751V FX850V FX850V Number Engine 44.3 (726) 41.2 (675) 52.0 (852) 52.0 (852) Displacement - in (cc) Governed RPM...
  • Page 37 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 992184 992185 992186 992187 Model Pro-Turn 252 Pro-Turn 260 Pro-Turn 266 Pro-Turn 260 Tires Front Tire Size – in. 15 x 6–6 (38 x 15-15) Rear Tire Size – in. 23 x 10.5-12 24 x 12-12 (61 x 30-30)
  • Page 38: Warranty

    Genuine Ariens or Gravely brand service parts and accessories are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days after the date of purchase. An authorized Ariens or Gravely dealer will repair or replace any such part or accessory free of charge, except for labor, during that period.
  • Page 39 Engines and engine accessories are covered only by the engine manufacturer’s warranty and are not covered by this warranty. • Parts that are not genuine Ariens or Gravely service parts are not covered by this warranty. • The following maintenance, service and replacement items are not covered by this warranty unless...
  • Page 40 GRAVELY 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.com WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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