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CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your new Exmark mower. Model No. This product has been carefully designed and manufactured to give you Serial No. a maximum amount of dependability and years of trouble–free operation. Engine Model No. If additional information is needed, or should you require trained Engine Serial No.
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Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada. Exmark reserves the right to make changes to 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.
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UPS has initiated a Saturday delivery program to many areas of the continental United States and can be requested for an overnight shipment on Friday to be delivered Saturday. The next day air charge, plus the Saturday delivery fee will be the responsibility of the purchaser. Exmark Mfg. will assume no responsibility for Saturday delivery shipments.
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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 for you from the factory.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which precautions. can be thrown by the machine.
Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death. The following list contains safety information specific to Exmark products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI/OPEI standard. Use this product only for cutting and mulching grass or, when equipped with a grass bagger, for catching cut grass.
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. On Control Panel On Belt Cover (Part No. 63-9060) (Part No.
Note: You can adjust the handle height for comfortable operation. Stand behind the handle to determine the height. To adjust the handle height, position the cap screws and the locknuts that secure the handle latches to the handle into the other mounting holes in the latches. 3.
4. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. Danger 5. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, then remove it. Note: To ensure an accurate oil level reading, you must In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely fully install the dipstick. flammable and highly explosive.
Controls 1. Clean around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 5). The blade control bail and the throttle control are on the upper handle as shown in Figure 6. Figure 5 1. Fuel tank cap 2. Fuel valve Figure 6 1. Blade control bail 2.
5. Pull the starter handle (Fig. 9) lightly until until you The lawn mower has three ground speeds: 1 is slow, 2 is feel resistance, then pull it sharply. Allow the rope to medium, and 3 is fast. The ground speed control is located return slowly.
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m-5085 Figure 14 Figure 11 10. Immediately push the lawn mower over the newspaper 1. 5 in. (12.7 cm) ball. 11. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 6. Place the ball of newspaper five inches (12.7 cm) in 12.
Using the Grass Bag deteriorating, and, if ignored, could result in an unsafe operating condition. Have the lawn mower inspected and serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer. Occasionally, you may wish to use the grass bag for bagging extra long grass, lush grass, or leaves. Adjusting the Cutting Height Installing the Grass Bag Each wheel is adjusted individually with a wheel height...
Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, objects. Never deliberately mow over any object. install a new Exmark replacement bag. If the lawn mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate, immediately stop the engine, disconnect the wire from Cut the grass until the bag is full.
Cutting Grass Grass grows at different rates at different times of the year. In the summer heat, it is best to cut grass at the 2 in. (51 mm), 2-1/2 in. (64 mm), or 3 in. (76 mm) cutting height settings. Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval Check the engine oil level. Check the stopping time of the blade brake. The blade must stop within three seconds of releasing the bail;...
Checking the Engine Oil Level 7. Start the lawn mower, engage the blade, and let it run for a few minutes to dry out the moisture on the lawn mower and its components. Before you use the lawn mower, make sure that the oil level is between the Add and the Full marks as shown on the dipstick (Fig.
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug Remove the plug from the discharge tunnel and clean it after each use. Always be sure that the discharge tunnel door closes securely when you release the handle. If the debris prevents the discharge door from closing securely, clean the inside of the discharge tunnel and the door thoroughly.
5. Raise the left side of the lawn mower at least 12 inches (30 cm) and open the side oil drain plug (Fig. 21). Figure 22 m-4354 Figure 21 Inspecting the Blade 1. Oil drain tube 2. Side oil drain plug Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet 6.
(not the cutting edge or the end near the cutting edge). The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops. Installing the Blade 1. Install a sharp, balanced Exmark blade, the blade Figure 24 accelerator, the anti-scalp cup, and the blade nuts (Fig. 24).
Warning Tipping the lawn mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and, under certain conditions, can cause personal injury or property damage. Avoid fuel spills by emptying the fuel tank as directed;...
Cleaning Under the Belt Cover Adjusting the Self-propel Drive Keep the area under the belt cover free of debris. If the lawn mower does not self-propel or has a tendency to creep forward when the blade control bail is more than 1.
Important Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark Warning plug. Do not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. Overtightening the blade brake cable can cause 5. Set the gap on the plug to 0.030 in. (0.76 mm) the blade brake to fail to stop a rotating blade (Fig.
Servicing the Wheels 7. Install the wheel to the pivot arm with the cap screws, a spacer, and a locknut. Ensure that the spacer is positioned between the wheel hub and the pivot arm Removing the Wheels (Fig. 37). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 8.
Preparing the Engine Accessories 1. While the engine is still warm, drain oil from You may purchase the following accessory from an crankcase. Refer to the Refer to Changing the Engine Authorized Service Dealer: Oil on page 15. Side Discharge Kit 2.
Troubleshooting Exmark designed and built your lawn mower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully, and refer to Maintenance on page 13 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Problem Possible Causes...
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Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action Lawn mower or engine vibrates 1. The blade is bent or is out of 1. Balance the blade. If the blade excessively balance. is bent, replace it. 2. The blade nuts are loose. 2. Tighten the blade nuts. 3.
This warranty is limited to one year from the date of original retail Company, within the prescribed time, the enclosed warranty purchase (90 days for rental use) for any Exmark mower that is registration card. used for commercial or any other income producing purpose. The...
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State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 2001 FORM NO. 3325-147 EXMARK MFG. CO. INC. (402) 223-6300 INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 FAX (402) 223-5489 BEATRICE, NE 68310 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...