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METRO 21
Operator's Manual
3322–481
Part NO. 850650

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  • Page 1 METRO 21 Operator’s Manual 3322–481 Part NO. 850650...
  • Page 2 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 variations which may be evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication.
  • Page 3 Exmark Mfg. will assume no responsibility for Saturday delivery shipments. To qualify, all Exmark Parts Plus orders must be received by Exmark by 3:00 p.m., central time. Orders must be six (6) line items or less. Exclusions from the Exmark Parts Plus Program are: Any wholegood or accessory in its entirety, engines and engine replacement parts, 5–speed Peerless transmissions...
  • Page 4 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 for you from the factory.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ........The Exmark warning system in this manual identifies Removing From Storage .

  • Page 6: Safe Operating Practices

    Safe Operating Practices DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and precautions are not followed. throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

  • Page 7: While Operating

    Check the mower for damage and the mower, use genuine Exmark replacement parts and make all repairs before using it again. If major repairs accessories. Replacement parts and accessories made...

  • Page 8: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. Hand-push model only Self-propelled model only ON MOWER DECK ON BELT COVER (Part No.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    Assembly Install Handle 1. Mount handle to outside of mower housing, using bottom hole, with (2) 5/16–18 x 1–1/4” lg. capscrews, washers, and thin nylon insert locknuts (Fig. 1). 2. Secure handle latches to handle with (2) 5/16–18 x 1–1/2” lg. capscrews, washers and nylon m–210 insert locknuts (Fig.

  • Page 10: Before Starting

    3. Wipe the dipstick clean. 4. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck but do not screw it in. 5. Remove the dipstick and check the level of the oil on the side of the dipstick with the FULL and ADD marks (Fig.

  • Page 11: Operation

    A Exmark also recommends that a stabilizer/conditioner be stabilizer/conditioner is a petroleum distillate based used regularly during operation and storage. A product. Exmark does not recommend stabilizers with...

  • Page 12: Stopping The Engine

    4. Pull the starter handle lightly until resistance is felt, 2. Start the engine. then pull it sharply (Fig. 8). Allow the rope return to 3. To engage the self-propel drive, squeeze the control the handle slowly. When engine starts, regulate throttle bar against the handle to the RUN/DRIVE position as desired.

  • Page 13: Using Grass Bag

    Using Grass Bag 3. Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the bottom of the plug clicks into place, locking the plug securely into the discharge tunnel (Fig. 12). Release Occasionally you may wish to use the grass bag for the discharge door handle to lock the top of the plug.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    Thrown objects can cause serious personal (Fig. 15). injury or death to operator or bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new genuine Exmark replacement bag. DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD m-225...

  • Page 15: Cutting Grass

    Replace the blade when necessary with an original If the finished lawn appearance is unsatisfactory, try one Exmark replacement blade. or more of the following: Only mow dry grass or leaves. Wet grass and leaves Sharpen the blade.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Check stopping time before each use. Blade must stop within 3 seconds of releasing Blade Brake bail; if not, see your Authorized Exmark Service Dealer for repair. Check blade and engine mounting fasteners. Keep all Fasteners fasteners tight to keep the mower in safe working condition.

  • Page 17: Air Filter

    Each Service Item Service Operation Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Clean grass, clippings, debris or dirt that may clog engine air cooling fins and starter. Clean Cooling System more frequently if operated under dirty or high chaff conditions. Change oil filter every 200 Oil Filter hours.

  • Page 18: Draining Gasoline And Cleaning Fuel Filter

    Draining Gasoline and 9. Clean the fuel filter with high flash-point solvent. Cleaning Fuel Filter 10. Firmly reinstall the filter, tubes and clamps. Clean the fuel filter element every 50 hours of operation. Engine Oil 1. Stop the engine and wait for it to cool. Change the engine oil after the first 8 hours of operation IMPORTANT: Drain gasoline from a cold engine only.

  • Page 19: Oil Filter

    Figure 20 m-4354 1. Oil filter 2. Mounting surface Figure 19 1. Side oil drain plug 2. Oil drain tube 8. Fill the crankcase to the FULL line on the dipstick with fresh oil. Refer to the Oil section, page 6, for 9.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Self-Propel Cable

    4. Install the spark plug and gasket seal. Tighten the plug to 17 ft-lb (23 N m). 5. Reconnect the spark plug wire (Fig. 6). Adjusting the Self-propel Cable (self-propelled model only) If mower does not self-propel or self-propels when control bar is more than 1-1/2 inches from the handle, adjust Figure 23 wheel drive control knob on rear of gear box.

  • Page 21: Maintaining The Blade

    WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD The blade is sharp. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact with a sharp blade can cause serious personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wear gloves or wrap the sharp edges of the blade with a rag. Figure 24 1.

  • Page 22: Inspecting The Blade

    Inspecting the Blade 2. Remove the blade bolt, lockwasher, blade accelerator and blade (Fig. 28). 1. Examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where flat and curved parts meet (Fig. 27A). 1627 Figure 28 1. Blade bolt 3. Accelerator 2.

  • Page 23: Lubricating The Self-Propel Drive

    Lubricating the Gear Case 2. If either end of the blade rotates downward, file that end (not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither (self-propelled model only) end drops. After every 100 operating hours, grease the gear case with #2 Multi-Purpose Lithium Base Grease.

  • Page 24: Cleaning Under The Belt Cover

    The blade will draw in water and wash out clippings. IMPORTANT: Move the blade as little as possible to Let the water run until you no longer see clippings avoid future starting problems. being washed out from under housing. 5. Turn the mower upright. 6.
  • Page 25 Figure 36 1. Plastic cover 5. Wheel half (rear wheels only) 6. Bearing/hub assembly 2. Locknuts 7. Bearing spacer 3. Wheel spacer 8. Bearing (2) 4. Lug 9. Capscrew Assembly (Fig. 36) 1. Position tire onto one wheel half by aligning lugs on each.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Your mower was designed and built for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully. If a problem continues, see your Authorized Exmark Service Dealer. PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine will not start 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline 2.

  • Page 27: Storage

    WHAT CAN HAPPEN 4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces. Paint is Vaporized fuel can explode if it comes into available from an Authorized Exmark Service Dealer. contact with open flame. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Removing From Storage Do not store gasoline (fuel) over long periods of time.
  • Page 28 2047 Figure 37 1. Side discharge chute...

  • Page 29: Warranty

    This warranty is limited to one year from the date of original retail purchase (90 days for rental use) for any Exmark mower that is used for commercial or any other income producing purpose. The Blade Spindle assemblies will be warranted for three years, one year parts and labor with an additional two years parts only, form date of original retail purchase against defects in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 30 Any affirmation of fact or promise made by Exmark or any of its representatives to the buyer which relates to the goods that are the subject of this warranty shall not be regarded as part of the basis of the bargain and shall not be deemed to create any express warranty that such goods shall conform to the affirmation or promise.
  • Page 31 SERVICE RECORD Date Description Work Done Service Done By...
  • Page 32 TURF TRACER HP VIKING HYDRO METRO METRO HP SELF STEERING SULKY GRASS CATCHER MICRO MULCHING ACCESSORY EXMARK MFG. CO. INC PART NO. 850553 INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 (402) 223–6300 BEATRICE NE. 68310 FAX (402)223–6384 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PRINTED IN U. S. A.

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