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F34 B 1 8
OPERATORS
MANUAL

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  • Page 1 F34 B 1 8 OPERATORS MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 3: G Eneral I Nformation

    As the new equipment owner, To the new owner you are expected to see that the form is completed and forwarded to ENCORE MFG. CO., INC. at The purpose of this manual is to assist owners time of delivery.
  • Page 4: Quick Reference Sheet

    General Informaton Quick Reference Sheet Engine Torque Specs 18hp Briggs & Stratton 31M777-0112 65 ft-lbs blade bolt 90 ft-lbs nut on top of spindle Blades 50 ft-lbs clutch bolt 423029 14" blade 423014 14" low lift blade Pulleys 423173 14" mulch blade 603070 RH spindle pulley 423210...
  • Page 5 LIMITATION OF REMEDIES 90 days from the date of purchase against defects in In no case shall Encore Mfg. Co., Inc. be liable for any special, workmanship and materials for all parts, excluding normal incidental, or consequential damages based upon breach of wear items such as batteries, tires, and belts.
  • Page 6 REFUEL WITH THE ENGINE OFF. KEEP FUEL AWAY 17. The Encore Rider is NOT designed for towing. FROM SPARKS OR FLAMES. WIPE AWAY any fuel spillage BEFORE starting unit. Never 18. Only factory approved Grass Collection fill the fuel tank indoors.
  • Page 7: Starting Engine

    ENCORE Before Operatng - STARTING ENGINE Remnders The throttle control, ignition switch and choke control are located between the motion control levers on the Fill engine crankcase as per engine manufacturer’s front panel under the front of the seat. manual. ENGINE DOES NOT HAVE OIL IN Because of a built-in safety interlock system, your CRANKCASE FROM THE FACTORY.
  • Page 8: Safety Interlock System

    Interlock System that is designed to help prevent possible serious injuries. Understanding and maintaining this system is vital, for maximum safe The Encore Rider is equipped with a pump/wheel motor operation. unit for each wheel and are controlled with “Motion TO START ENGINE: Control Levers”...
  • Page 9: C Hart

    ENCORE SER VICE LOCATOR Front Caster Wheel Bearings (2) CHAR T Front Caster Pivot Bearing Zerks (2) Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick Hour Meter Engine Air Filter Engine Oil Filter Fuel Tank Engine Fuel Filter Fuel Shut-off Valve Fuel Tank w/ Cup Holder...
  • Page 10: Maintenance Info

    NOTES: must be maintained to prevent cell electrolyte from freezing and causing permanent battery damage. The Encore Rider is driven and steered by the rear wheels. For longest service life, battery should be kept clean by wiping it off with a paper towel. Any corrosion around...
  • Page 11: Ypass Alve

    ENCORE Belt Adjustment Deck Heght Adjustment Remove key from the ignition switch. The blade drive belt may be accessed by removing belt shields. Spring tension should be maintained by having Blade Drive Belt TO FRONT OF MOWER Tensioner Eyebolt Blade Drive Belt...
  • Page 12: Mower Blades

    ENCORE Mower Blades DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. To sharpen blades proceed as follows: Before checking the deck level make sure that tire  CAUTION: pressures are at the proper level. Begin by setting the deck to a fixed position and pointing the blades to the front edge of the deck.
  • Page 13 ENCORE ENCORE PART # 353132 WIRE HARNESS FOR F34B18 ; BRIGGS VANGUARD 18HP BLACK 18 GA. LT. BLUE/RED 18 GA. LT. BLUE 14 GA. LT. BLUE/RED 18 GA. PURPLE 18 GA. YEL / LT. BLUE 18 GA. LT. GREEN 18 GA.
  • Page 14: Notes

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  • Page 16 1206 A ,ENCORE MANUFACTURING CO., INC. F34B18 - OPERATORS MANUAL All rights reserved. Contents subject to change. FUZION 933203 umber...

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