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Exmark Metro HP Operator's Manual

Exmark Metro HP Operator's Manual

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540,000 & Higher
Part No. 103-9184

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  • Page 1 For Serial Nos. 540,000 & Higher Part No. 103-9184...
  • 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 3:00 p.m., central time, with an Exmark Parts Plus 4. If order is received by 3:00 p.m., central time, Exmark ships part(s) direct to dealer or customer, as requested by distributor, same day, overnight UPS, Exmark bills the distributor for parts and shipping charges, where applicable.
  • 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1. SAFETY... PAGE 1.1 Safety Alert Symbol ...1 1.2 Training...1 1.3 Preparation ... 1-3 1.4 Operation ... 3-6 1.5 Maintenance & Storage...6 1.6 Riding Attachments...6 1.7 Safety Signs... 6-8 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Model Number ...9 2.2 Engine ...9 2.3 Fuel System...9 2.4 Safety Interlock System ...9 2.5 Steering/Brake Control...9 2.6 Transmission ...9...

  • Page 6: Safety

    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 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. POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison.

  • Page 8: Operation

    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. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...
  • Page 9 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Operating engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Severe burns can occur on contact. ♦ Debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch fire. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, to cool before touching.
  • Page 10 • See inside the back cover to determine the approximate slope angle of the area to be mowed. • Progressively greater care is needed as the slope increases. • Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope.

  • Page 11: Maintenance & Storage

    1.5.10 All replacement parts must be the same as or equivalent to the parts supplied as original equipment. 1.6 RIDING ATTACHMENTS 1.6.1 Use only Exmark riding attachments. The use of other than Exmark riding attachments may create a hazardous condition resulting in injury. 1.7 SAFETY SIGNS 1.7.1 Keep all safety signs legible.
  • Page 12 PART NO. 1-303508 LOCATION: Front of Mower Deck, Top Surface PART NO. 1-303518 LOCATION: Transmission Shifter Plate PART NO. 1-403143 LOCATION: RH Side of Rear Surface of Engine Deck PART NO. 1-413327 LOCATION: Top of Cutter Deck, Under Belt Shield (48” & 52” Decks) PART NO.
  • Page 13 PART NO. 1-553049 LOCATION: Front of Mower Deck Top Surface PART NO. 103-7491 LOCATION: On Top LH Side of Mower Deck PART NO. 103-1623 LOCATION: Console PART NO. 103-2244 LOCATION: LH Side of Console PART NO. 103-2245 LOCATION: RH Side of Console PART NO.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER: MHP3615KAC; MHP4815KAC 2.2 ENGINE 2.2.1 Engine Specifications: See your Engine Owner's Manual. 2.2.2 3600 RPM (No Load). 2.3 FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.1 Capacity: 5.0 gal. (18.9 L.) 2.3.2 Type of Fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline, 87 octane or higher. In countries using the research method, it should be a 90 octane minimum.

  • Page 15: Dimensions

    2.10 DIMENSIONS 2.10.1 Overall Width: Discharge chute down Discharge chute up (Transport only) 2.10.2 Overall Length: 2.10.3 Curb Weight: ∗ Weights will vary slightly depending on engine option. 2.10.4 Overall Height: 2.10.5 Tread Width (to outside of tires): 2.11 TORQUE REQUIREMENTS BOLT LOCATION Blade Mounting Bolt ...
  • Page 16 UPPER HANDLE MOUNTING Route the throttle cable along the right side of the upper handle, through the clip, under the fuel tank support, and position the cable on the left side of the engine. Attach throttle cable to engine: a) Position the throttle control lever (located on console) ¼” (6mm) from the upper end of the slot.
  • Page 17 3.10 Install and adjust shifter lever. Remove the 3/8” nyloc nut and spring disc washer from the stud on top of the transmission. Install the shifter lever through slot in shifter lever plate and onto the stud on top of transmission. Be sure the square-hole washer remains between the lever and transmission.
  • Page 18 The bend in the drive lever linkages should be positioned downward and slightly outward. If adjustment is needed, loosen jam nut below balljoint and rotate linkage. Tighten jam nut. Shift transmission lever to fifth gear. Insure that bend in right hand linkage is rotated outward enough that linkage clears shifter lever.

  • Page 19: Operation Instructions

    3.12 Route the long unattached wiring harness lead, up the left hand side of the handle and connect the connector on the end of the shorter lead to the key switch. Connect the two flag terminals that are on the longer lead (in any order) to the operator presence control switch terminals underneath the control console.

  • Page 20: Pre-Start

    NEUTRAL LOCK/PARK BRAKE LATCH 4.1.5 PTO Engagement: Located on the left side of the upper handle. To engage the blades, push the lever forward, or away from the operator, until the linkage locks over-center. To disengage the blades, pull the lever to the rear, or towards the operator. 4.1.6 Choke Control: Choke is used to aid in starting a cold engine.

  • Page 21: Operation Instructions

    Do not add oil to gasoline. Do not overfill fuel tank. Never fill the fuel tank so that the fuel level rises above a level that is 1/2” (1.3 cm) below the bottom of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.
  • Page 22 DRIVE LEVER, NEUTRAL LOCK/PARK BRAKE LATCH OPERATION 4.3.5 Drive Wheel Engagement and Turning: With drive levers in “neutral” or “park brake” position, shift transmission into desired gear. Squeeze both drive levers and move both neutral lock/park brake latches from the “neutral” or “park brake” position to the “drive”...

  • Page 23: Transporting

    POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ An uncovered discharge opening will allow objects to be thrown in an operator’s or bystander’s direction. Also, contact with the blade could occur. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...

  • Page 24: Maintenance & Adjustments

    5. MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ While maintenance or adjustments are being made, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...
  • Page 25 Raise deck to the highest position. Lift the front of unit and support unit using jack stands or equivalent support. POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous.
  • Page 26 Check safety interlock system. Service Interval: Daily For your safety, your Exmark mower is equipped with Operator Presence Controls (OPC). When either the PTO is engaged, or the transmission shift lever is not in neutral and both hands are removed from the handles, the mower engine MUST stop.
  • Page 27 Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove key or spark plug wire(s). Drain oil while engine is warm from operation. The oil drain valve is located on left hand side of engine. Place pan under machine to catch oil and turn valve counter clockwise with a 10 mm wrench to open valve.
  • Page 28 Remove deck support belt shield to check mower deck drive belt condition. Look under engine deck to check the transmission drive and clutching belt condition. Inspect wheel drive belt conditions Check the wheel drive idler arms to be sure they pivot freely. Disassemble, clean and grease pivot bushings if necessary.
  • Page 29 d) Lubricate drive wheel hubs once a year. First remove wheel, then remove hub cap. Lubricate the grease fitting on each wheel hub with an NGLI grade no. 2 multipurpose gun grease, until grease appears through outer bearing. Reinstall hub caps and wheels. Replace 5-speed gearbox grease yearly.

  • Page 30: Adjustments

    5.1.21 Mobil HTS grease (or food-grade antisieze) is used in the following locations: Between the cutter housing spindle and bearings. Between the cutter housing spindle and sheave. Under top cutter housing bearing guard. 5.1.22 Dielectric grease is used on all blade type electrical connections to prevent corrosion and loss of contact.
  • Page 31 ANTI-SCALP ROLLER BOLT INSTALLATION ANTI-SCALP ROLLER AND CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Adjust anti-scalp rollers for Normal Operating Conditions. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Place rollers in one of the positions shown in Figure 13. Rollers will maintain 3/4 in. (19 mm) clearance to the ground to minimize gouging and roller wear or damage.
  • Page 32 5.2.4 Engine to Cutter Deck Belt: No adjustment necessary. 5.2.5 Transmission Belt Adjustment: Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove key or spark plug wire(s). To tighten transmission belt, loosen the 3/8” nyloc nut on transmission belt idler pulley.

  • Page 33: Waste Disposal

    6. WASTE DISPOSAL 6.1 MOTOR OIL DISPOSAL Engine oil is a pollutant to the environment. Dispose of used oil at a certified recycling center or according to your state and local regulations. 7. TROUBLE SHOOTING 7.1 MOWER PULLING LEFT OR RIGHT. Check idler arm pulleys and drive sheaves for mud and/or grass buildup.
  • Page 34 NOTE: After carefully checking the above steps, attempt to start the engine. If it does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example, starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank.

  • Page 35: Wiring Diagram

    8. WIRING DIAGRAM – 15 HP KAWASAKI - 30 -...

  • Page 36: Warranty

    Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant on the terms and conditions herein, that we will repair, replace or adjust any part manufactured by Exmark and found by us (in the exercise of our reasonable discretion) to be defective in factory materials or workmanship for a period of two years.
  • Page 37 NOTES - 32 -...
  • Page 38 SERVICE RECORD Date Description of Work Done Service Done By - 33 -...
  • Page 39 ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE (TREE, BUILDING, FENCE POST, POLE ETC.) - 34 -...
  • Page 40 CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS) ULTRA VAC QUICK DISPOSAL SYSTEM ©1997 – 2005 EXMARK MFG. CO. INC. INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 BEATRICE, NE 68310 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES RIDING ACCESSORIES...

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