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Exmark Lazer Z Operator's Manual

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Part No. 103-4692 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 For Serial Nos. 440,000 & Higher Part No. 103-4692 Rev. A...
  • 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 UPS, Exmark bills the distributor for parts and shipping charges, where applicable. The customer pays for the part and freight if it is shipped under the Exmark Parts Plus and if it arrives in accordance to the program.
  • 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

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PAGE Safety Alert Symbol..................1 Training ......................1 Preparation....................1-3 Operation ....................4-7 Maintenance & Storage ................7-8 Safety Signs ..................... 8-11 2. SPECIFICATIONS Model Numbers ................... 12 Engine ......................12 Fuel System ....................12 Electrical System..................

  • 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 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. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison.
  • Page 8 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. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Purchase and store gasoline only in an approved container.

  • Page 9: Operation

    1.4 OPERATION Although hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the design and configuration of the equipment, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating condition prior to use for mowing.
  • Page 10 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not mow slopes when grass is wet.
  • Page 11 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt.

  • Page 12: Maintenance & Storage

    1.4.17 Do Not mow with the discharge deflector raised, removed or altered unless there is a grass collection system or mulch kit in place and working properly. 1.4.18 Be aware of the mower discharge and direct discharge away from others. 1.4.19 Do Not operate mower under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

  • Page 13: 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 may be affixed by peeling off the backing to expose the adhesive surface.
  • Page 14 PART NO. 103-3979 PART NO. 103-3794 LOCATION: RH Side of Console LOCATION: LH Side of Console PART NO. 1-513742 LOCATION: Top of Mower Deck Belt Shields, Left and Right Sides All units except Kohler EFI Kohler EFI units PART NO. 103-4474 PART NO.
  • Page 15 For Units with S/N 465,000 and Higher For Units with S/N 464,999 and Lower PART NO. 103-6319 PART NO. 1-633702 LOCATION: Bottom Side of Floor Pan LOCATION: Bottom Side of Floor Pan PART NO. 103-4973 LOCATION: Top of console PART NO. 1-513748 LOCATIONS: Bottom Side PART NO.
  • Page 16 PART NO. 1-323540 LOCATION: Left Rear Corner Top PART NO. 1-523552 of Mower Deck PART NO. 1-633922 LOCATION: Top of Hydraulic LOCATION: Front Center on Top Reservoir, Under of Mower Deck the Seat All Units except Kohler EFI PART NO. 103-0262 PART NO.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    2.3.3 Fuel Filter: All units except Kohler EFI: In-line 15 Micron Kohler P/N 2405002. Kohler EFI units: In-line 22 Micron Exmark P/N 99-9403 (low pressure). In-line 10 Micron Kohler P/N 2405003 (high pressure). 2.3.4 Fuel Shut-Off Valve: 1/4 turn increments (left tank, “OFF”, right tank) 2.3.5...

  • Page 18: Seat

    2.5.5 Deck Lift Assist Lever: Foot pedal that assists in raising the deck. 2.6 SEAT 2.6.1 Type: All units except Kohler EFI: Standard seat with high back, foam padded (internal suspension) and armrests. Kohler EFI units: Standard seat with high back, foam padded (internal suspension), armrests and a custom ride suspension system.

  • Page 19: Dimensions

    Blades are driven by one “B” Section belt (w/self-tensioning idler) from transfer shaft on deck to blade spindles. 2.9.6 Deck: Full floating deck is attached to out-front support frame. Six anti-scalp rollers provide maximum turf protection. Deck design allows for bagging, mulching or side discharge.

  • Page 20: Assembly Instructions

    3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 UNCRATE MOWER 3.2 INSTALL ROLLOVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROLL BAR) 3.2.1 Disassemble roll bar from the crate. a) Remove roll bar tubes from sides of crate and remove screws that attach the wheel hub retaining plate to the bottom of the crate. b) Remove the two brackets used to mount the bottom of the upper roll bar tube to the crate.
  • Page 21 FIGURE 2 LOWER ROLL BAR INSTALLATION 3.2.5 Install the upper u-shaped section of the roll bar. (Reference Figure 3 for alignment and installation instructions below): a) Locate the latch pin assemblies (pin and hairpin connected with a lanyard). b) Install a 1/2-13 x 3 1/4 capscrew in the washer on the lanyard of each pin assembly.

  • Page 22: Service Battery

    FIGURE 3 UPPER ROLL BAR INSTALLATION 3.3 SERVICE BATTERY WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. The machine is shipped with a filled lead acid battery. 3.3.1 Unhook seat latch and tilt seat up to gain access to the battery.

  • Page 23: Install Drive Wheels

    CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD If the ignition is in the “ON” position there is potential for sparks and engagement of components. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Sparks could cause an explosion or moving parts could accidentally engage causing personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF”...

  • Page 24: Install Motion Control Levers

    d) Remove plastic plugs from air intake elbow on engine and air cleaner hose. Adjust the air cleaner and hose as required and connect intake hose to air cleaner outlet. Position and tighten the two hose clamps to secure the hose connections. e) Secure air cleaner by tightening the tensioning bolt and spring assembly until ends of clamp are approximately ½”...

  • Page 25: Operation Instructions

    NOTE: The baffle is labeled “HOT” and “COLD”. The oil level varies with the temperature of the oil. The “HOT” level shows the level of oil when it is at 225°F (107°C). The “COLD” level shows the level of the oil when it is at 75°F (24°C). Fill to the appropriate level depending upon the temperature of the oil.
  • Page 26 CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD Machine can spin very rapidly by positioning one lever too much ahead of the other. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Operator may lose control of the machine, which may cause damage to the machine or injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use caution when making turns.

  • Page 27: Pre-Start

    NOTE: This switch is not a low oil sensor and will not alert the operator if the engine oil is low. 4.1.10 Fuel Shut-Off Valve: Located directly below right side of console, next to cubby. The fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the fuel when the machine will not be used for a few days, during transport to and from the job site, and when parked inside a building.

  • Page 28: Operating Instructions

    4.3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.3.1 Operate units with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits. 4.3.2 Open fuel shut-off valve (left or right tank).

  • Page 29: Transporting

    Set throttle to "midway" position. Pull outward on the switch to the “ROTATE” position. Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing. 4.3.5 Stopping PTO: Set throttle to the “midway” position. Push in on the switch to the “STOP” position stopping the PTO. 4.3.6 Stopping Engine: Bring unit to a full stop.

  • Page 30: Maintenance & Adjustments

    WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Loading a unit on a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip-over. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Backward tip-over of the unit could cause serious injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp. Use only a single, full width ramp;...

  • Page 31: Periodic Maintenance

    WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD The engine can become very hot. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Touching a hot engine can cause severe burns. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Allow the engine to cool completely before service or making repairs around the engine area. 5.1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 5.1.1 Check engine oil level:...
  • Page 32 5.1.3 Clean engine cooling system: Service Interval: Daily or more often in dry conditions CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD Excessive debris and damaged or missing rubber baffles can cause the engine and hydraulic system to overheat. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Excessive debris around the engine cooling air intake and inside of the pump drive belt compartment can create a fire hazard.
  • Page 33 Re-install the blades (if they were removed) by placing a block of wood between the front or rear baffles and the blade then torque the blade bolts to 115-120 ft-lbs. (156-163 N-m). Be sure the spring disk washer cone is installed toward the bolt head (See Figure 7).
  • Page 34 NOTE: If machine does not pass any of these tests, do not operate. Contact your authorized EXMARK SERVICE DEALER. IMPORTANT: It is essential that operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to use for mowing.
  • Page 35 5.1.10 Check Spark Arrester Kohler EFI engines only: Service Interval: 50 hours WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Hot exhaust system components may ignite gasoline vapors even after the engine is stopped. Hot particles exhausted during engine operation may ignite flammable materials. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fire may result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 36 5.1.13 Check tire pressures: Service Interval: 40 hrs. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Check tire pressure in drive tires. Inflate drive tires to 13 psi (90 kPa). For units with Pneumatic Caster tires (with a valve stem): Check tire pressure in Caster tires.
  • Page 37 Pack the bearings with a NGLI grade #1 multi-purpose grease. Insert (1) bearing, (1) new seal into the wheel. NOTE: Seals (Exmark PN 103-0063) must be replaced. If the axle assembly has had both spacer nuts removed (or broken loose), apply a thread locking adhesive to (1) spacer nut and thread onto the axle with the wrench flats facing outward.
  • Page 38 Re-install the seal guards over the wheel hub and insert wheel into caster fork. Re-install caster bolt and tighten nut fully. IMPORTANT: To prevent seal and bearing damage, check the bearing adjustment often. Spin the caster tire. The tire should not spin freely (more than 1 or 2 revolutions) or have any side play.
  • Page 39 Note: For Kohler EFI units use only high pressure clamps and SAE R7 or R9 hose available from Exmark or Kohler. Clamps require special pliers P/N 1- 643394 (Oetiker P/N 14100118 or Kohler P/N 2445505) for installation. Replacement Filters...
  • Page 40 Service Interval: After First 250 hrs. Then yearly thereafter NOTE: Use only Exmark Part No. 1-513211 for summer use above 32 F (0°C) or Part No. 1-523541 for winter use below 32 F (0°C). Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.

  • Page 41: Adjustments

    Fuel tank bulkhead fitting nuts. Adhesives such as “Loctite RC/609 or RC/680” or “Fel-Pro Pro-Lock Retaining I or Retaining II” are used on the following: Fuel tank studs, where studs are inserted into tank. 5.1.29 Mobil HTS grease (or food-grade antisieze) is used in the following locations: Between the cutter housing spindle and bearings.
  • Page 42 Do Not adjust rollers to support the deck. Be sure bolt is tightened properly or loss of anti-scalp roller may result. FOR CUTTING HEIGHTS ABOVE 3.5” (38 mm) USE THE BOTTOM HOLE THE ROLLERS WILL STILL BE EFFECTIVE AGAINST SCALPING TORQUE TO 40-45 ft.
  • Page 43 11 1/8” (28.3 cm) For 52” Deck 10 1/2” (26.7 cm) For 60” Deck 11 1/2” (29.2 cm) For 72” Deck Front of Unit FIGURE 11 SWIVEL ADJUSTMENT SPRING COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT Raise deck lift lever to the 5” (12.7 cm) cutting height position See Figure 9. Adjust spring compression until proper distance is obtained between the two large washers (See Figure 11).
  • Page 44 5.2.5 Deck Belt Tension. The deck belt is tensioned by a self-tensioning idler, no adjustment is necessary. 5.2.6 Adjust Seat Switch If necessary, adjust the seat actuator rod length to where the machine will shut off when the operator raises off the seat (with brake disengaged or PTO engaged) but will continue to run with operator in seat (a slight shift in weight should not shut machine off).
  • Page 45 3/16” (4.8 mm) to 1/4” (6.4 mm) 2.75” (7.0 cm) FIGURE 14 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 5.2.9 Brake Adjustment. a) Check for brake link 2.75” (7.0 cm) measurement as described in section 5.2.8. b) Engage brake lever (lever up). c) Measure the distance between the trunion roller and the rod collar. Measurement should be 3/16”...
  • Page 46 If adjustment is needed, loosen the nut against the yoke and while applying slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever, turn the head of the adjustment bolt in the appropriate direction until lever is centered (keeping rearward pressure on the lever will keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the adjustment bolt to move the lever to the appropriate position).
  • Page 47 Run the unit at least 5 minutes with the drive levers at full forward speed to bring hydraulic system oil up to operating temperature. Unhook seat latch and tilt seat forward. Loosen lock nuts from the ball joints at each end of the LH pump control linkage.

  • Page 48: Waste Disposal

    Return the switch to your Exmark dealer if it is faulty and is being replaced or if the unit containing the switch is no longer operating and is being scrapped. If the switch is damaged or broken open use extreme caution in handling.

  • Page 49: Battery Disposal

    6.3 BATTERY DISPOSAL DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, which is poisonous and can cause severe burns WHAT CAN HAPPEN Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or if it touches skin can cause severe burns. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and rubber gloves to protect skin and clothing when handling electrolyte.
  • Page 50 NOTE: After carefully checking the above steps, attempt to start the engine. If it does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer. IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use.

  • Page 51: Electrical Diagrams

    8. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM – KOHLER 23 & 27 HP AIR-COOLED UNITS - 46 -...

  • Page 52: Electrical Diagrams

    ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM – KOHLER EFI UNITS - 47 -...

  • Page 53: Hydraulic Diagram

    9. HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM - 48 -...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    (in the exercise of our reasonable discretion) to be defective in factory materials or workmanship. Owner’s Responsibilities This warranty applies to Exmark turf equipment sold in the US The Exmark turf equipment, including any defective part, or Canada. This warranty may only be assigned or transferred must be returned to an authorized Exmark service dealer to a second (or third) owner by an authorized Exmark dealer.

  • Page 56: Grass Catcher

    State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. ©1997-2003 PART NO. 103-4692 Rev. A EXMARK MFG. CO. INC. (402) 223-6300 INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 FAX (402) 223-5489 BEATRICE, NE 68310 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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