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Operator’s Manual Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions Please Read and Save These Instructions Beginning S/N: 124998 For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation Effective Date: 10.14.13 Instructions Prior to Operating Machine P/N 4000-14...
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Foreword Thank you. . .for purchasing a Walker mower. Every effort has been made to provide you with the most reliable mower on the market, and we are sure you will be among our many satisfied custom- ers. If for any reason this product does not perform to your expectations, please contact your local dealer.
Table of Contents General Information Operating Instructions ________________ 1 _____________ 25 HIGHLIGHTED INFORMATION _____________ 1 CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, GLOSSARY ____________________________ 1 LOCATION, AND FUNCTION _____________ 25 IDENTIFYING NUMBER LOCATIONS ________ 1 Ignition Switch _______________________ 25 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION _______ 2 Engine Throttle _______________________ 26 SERVICING OF ENGINE AND Forward Speed Control (FSC) ___________ 26...
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Table of Contents CLEANING ____________________________ 45 ADJUSTMENTS ________________________ 61 Engine Air Cooling System _____________ 45 Transmission Control__________________ 61 Cylinder Head Cooling Fins ____________ 46 Steering Lever Position Adjustment ______ 61 Engine Air Cleaner System _____________ 47 Steering Handles Adjustment ___________ 62 Turbine Precleaner ___________________ 47 Neutral Position Adjustment ____________ 62 Enginaire™...
Most accidents associated with the opera- wheel. tion or maintenance of a Walker Mower are caused by disregarding basic safety precautions or specific • TRANSAXLE LOCKOUT ARMS release the warnings.
Service Depart- ment for assistance: Mower Deck Serial Number Location Walker Manufacturing Company ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION 5925 E. Harmony Road Fort Collins, CO 80528 Refer to the engine manual that accompanies this...
Component Identification NOTE: Control Identification shown in Operating Instructions section. Forward Speed Control (FSC) Friction Oil Pressure Adjustment Warning Horn (Not Visible) Tilt-Up Latch Body Tilt-Up Latch (Not Visible) Counterweight Springs and Protective Covers Deck Support Deck Support Pins and Height Adjustment Hitch Pins Tilt-Up...
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Component Identification Fuel Pickup Line Oil Fill Dipstick Tailpipe Footrests Muffler Left Hand Fuel Tank Drive Wheel and Cap Tailwheel Fork Cylinder Head Spread Axle and Wheel Cooling Fins Tail Wheel Rear View and Left Side View...
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Component Identification Steering Lever Dampening Springs LH Transmission RH Transmission Control Arm Control Arm LH Transaxle RH Transaxle LH Transaxle RH Transaxle Lockout Arm Lockout Arm Parking Brake Linkage Air Cleaner Parking Brake Cover Lever Turbine Precleaner PTO Clutch Fuel Tank Cap Lever Fuel Tank Transaxle Oil...
Manufacturing must take full responsibility for safety. comply with safety instructions may result in person- al injury. The Walker Rider Lawnmower has been designed with many safety features to protect the operator from The seriousness or degree of importance of each personal harm or injury.
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Safety Instructions - Before Operating 6. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get 12. The electrical system battery contains sulfuric caught in moving parts. Do not operate this ma- acid. Avoid any contact with skin, eyes, and chine while wearing shorts; always wear ade- clothing.
Safety Instructions - Operating Operate the mower only in daylight or in Do not operate machine if the operator pres- ence safety switch system is not working. good artificial light with good visibility of the area being mowed. Verify proper operation by having the operator lift off the seat with the engine running and mov- Sit on the seat when starting the engine and ing two controls, one at a time;...
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Safety Instructions - Operating 14. The maximum recommended slope operat- 19. If the cutting blades strike a solid object or the ing angle is 15 degrees or 26% grade. When machine begins vibrate abnormally, immediately disengage the blade clutch operating the machine on a slope, reduce speed (PTO), stop the engine, and wait for all and use caution to start, stop, and maneuver.
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Safety Instructions - Maintenance 11. Use care when charging the battery or per- To prevent accidental starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting the machine, re- forming maintenance on the battery and electri- move the key from the ignition switch and dis- cal system: connect the spark plug wires.
Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. 8600-28 Location: Each End of Mower Deck Part Number: 8600-28...
Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. <15°...
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The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. BELT ROUTING Location: Deck Gearbox Cover GROUND DRIVE BELT Part Number: 8600-39 WALKER P/N 4230-2 Warning - stop engine and remove ignition key before adjusting deck cutting height. ENGINE/PTO BELT WALKER P/N 4230-1 60 lb·ft (81 N·m)
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Wet Battery Service If the battery has been shipped wet, but the electro- Walker Mowers are shipped partially assembled to lyte level is low or the battery needs to be charged our distribution network, and are typically assem- then: bled by the selling dealer.
Assembly Instructions IMPORTANT: Battery Installation Obtain and use only battery grade sulfuric acid electrolyte with a 1.265 spe- IMPORTANT: Make sure battery is securely mount- cific gravity to activate the battery. DO NOT use ed in the frame. A loose battery may cause damage water or any other liquid during initial activation.
Assembly Instructions Mower Deck Assembly Deck Discharge Deflector Shield Installation (Side Discharge Models Only) Deck Caster Wheels Installation Attach the side discharge deflector shield using two Remove the bolt, nut, axle spacer tube, and (2) 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. bolts, 3/8-16 ESNA nuts, and spacer washers from each deck caster wheel 3/8 in.
Assembly Instructions Tilt-Up Roller Wheel Installation Coupler Installation Tool Mount the two (2) tilt-up roller wheels on the brack- ets on the rear skirt of the deck housing using the P/N 8490 axle bolt, 3/8 in. wave spring washer and 3/8-16 in.
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Assembly Instructions With the counterweight springs connected, the Coupler Ring in PTO Drive weight on the deck caster wheels should be Released Position Shaft 15 to 25 Ib (6.8 to 11.3 kg); this adjustment is preset at the factory. If required, the spring ten- sion can be adjusted by tightening or loosening the elastic stop nuts located underneath the lower spring hook, or contact your local dealer...
Assembly Instructions Deck Leveling Rotate each Check the side-to-side level. blade sideways and measure the distance Position mower on a smooth, level surface. Set from blade tip to ground on each side. If mea- the cutting height to the highest position - 4 in. surements vary more than 1/8 in.
Assembly Instructions PREOPERATING CHECKLIST CHECK ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL Before operating the mower for the first time, and as Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and a routine before daily operations, it is important to after each 8 hours of continuous operation. Refer make sure the mower is properly prepared and to LUBRICATION for Checking Engine Crankcase ready for operation.
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Assembly Instructions CHECK TIRE PRESSURE CAUTION Deck Caster Wheel = 20 PSI (137 kPa) Drive = 15 PSI (103 kPa) Do not operate machine with deck tilt-up Tailwheel = 20 PSI (137 kPa) pivot joint unlocked. CHECK AND CLEAN GRASS BUILDUP UN- DERNEATH MOWER DECK DANGER Refer to CLEANING the Grass Buildup in Mower...
Operating Instructions CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, AND Do not hold the key in the “S” position longer than FUNCTION 10 seconds. If the engine does not start, return the key to the “O” position for at least 60 seconds before making a restart attempt. Prolonged cranking can CAUTION damage the starter motor and shorten battery life.
Operating Instructions Engine Throttle Steering Levers The throttle control lever (red knob) is located on the Each drive wheel is controlled by its own indepen- left side of the seat and is used to control engine dent steering lever, for both steering function and speed.
Operating Instructions Parking Brake Transaxle Lockout Arms The parking brake functions by locking a detent arm The transaxle lockout arms disengage the transax- les. By lifting the arms up and locking them into to a cog in the hydraulic motor rotor. Moving the lever FORWARD engages the parking brake;...
This reminder is only used one time. *** In normal operating conditions, oil changes in 100-hour intervals are acceptable. Walker and the engine manufacturers recommend engine Body Latch oil changes every 50 hours in extremely dirty or...
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Operating Instructions The Forward Speed Control also Establishes the Neutral-Park Position of the Steering Levers FORWARD SPEED LEFT WHEEL CONTROL LEVER (FSC) RIGHT WHEEL STEERING LEVER STEERING LEVER Forward Position Full Forward (No Control Change) Ground Speed Position Neutral-Park Intermediate Position Ground Speed Position...
Before operating the mower, read and un- low these guidelines can damage the starter derstand all Safety Instructions and Operat motor and shorten battery life. Contact your ing Instructions. Walker dealer or authorized engine dealer for additional help. ADJUSTING GROUND SPEED AND STEERING WARNING CAUTION NEVER run the engine in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area.
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♦ Remember it is not necessary to hold the moving forward; the engine should stop. If steering levers forward (a unique Walker the safety sys tem is not working, it should feature); always PULL on the levers for be repaired or replaced before operating steering or for reverse motion of the mower.
Operating Instructions NOTE: Smooth action on the steering levers CAUTION will produce smooth mower operation. Remem- ber to keep the engine and ground speed slow until learning the control response. An operator presence switch (seat switch) will cause the engine to stop if the blade clutch is engaged and the operator is not in WARNING the seat.
(5) seconds, the brake should be repaired or replaced before op- erating the mower. Contact your Walker dealer. Turn the ignition switch OFF. When stopping the engine, do not reduce the throttle below 1/2 speed.
Operating Instructions ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT The mower will “freewheel” with the arms in the LOCKOUT position. The levers must be in the highest position to completely unlock the trans- WARNING missions. The engine must be stopped before ad- justing cutting height. Disengage the blade Hydro Lockout Arm clutch (PTO), stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.
Operating Instructions • RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING When mowing in adverse conditions (tall and/or wet grass), mow the grass twice. Raise the mower to the highest setting - 4 in. (102 mm) - for the first DANGER pass and then make a second pass cutting to the desired height.
Operating Instructions • RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TILT-UP DECK When operating on a slope, reduce speed and OPERATION/TRANSPORT use caution to start, stop, and maneuver. Avoid sharp turns or sudden changes in direction. The To avoid potential deck and/or tractor damage while maximum recommended slope operating angle using the tilt-up deck, the following recommenda- is 15 degrees or 26% grade.
Maintenance Instructions CAUTION Maintenance procedures requiring special training or tools should be performed by a trained technician. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - MODEL B23i Every Ref. Service Item Daily Hours Hours Hours Hours Yearly 2 Years Page...
For service of the pressurized fuel system move more cooling air through the engine cool ing fins. including the fuel pump module, fuel lines, and fuel injectors contact your Walker dealer or authorized Air Cleaner System Kohler service dealer.
Maintenance Instructions KOHLER TIPS/LUBRICATION Before removing the dipstick, clean the area around the dipstick to keep any dirt or debris out • Use only multi-viscosity oils as specified with the of the engine. viscosity matching ambient temperatures for the en- gine operating conditions.
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter Change the engine crankcase oil after every 100 hours of operation and replace the oil filter every other oil change (every 200 hours of operation). Park the mower on a level surface with the en gine stopped.
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: Check the dipstick reading be- Check the level of lubricant in the gearboxes. If fore adding the last 1/2 pint of oil and fill only to the lubricant is low, add SAE E.P. (Extreme the “F” mark. DO NOT overfill the crankcase Pressure) 80W-90 (API GL-5) gear lube until (oil above “F”...
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION DS52 or DS62 Mower Deck Lubrication Transaxle Oil and Filter Change Change the transaxle oil after the initial break-in There are several special lubrication requirements period of 75-100 hours. Thereafter, change oil ev- for the DS52 or DS62 mower deck in addition to the ery 400 hours of operation as follows: require ments detailed in the Chassis and Deck Lubrica tion Points illustration.
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION/CLEANING Transaxle Lubrication Screw Locking Elbow • The transaxle oil lubrication is SAE 20W-50 (API Nut Down Service Class SL or higher) engine oil. • Inspect both transaxle cases and hoses after ev- ery 25 hours of operation for visible leaks. •...
Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Check Airflow with Hand Rotating Engine Cooling Air Intake Screen Keep Rotating Engine Cooling Cooling System Airflow Air Intake Screen Clean Every 100 hours, inspect and clean the cooling fins (more often when operating in extremely dusty, dirty CAUTION conditions).
IMPORTANT: Use only Enginaire™ air filter ele- ments for replacement (S/N 133534 and on uses Turbine Precleaner Walker 5090-4 and 5090-5). Aftermarket filters may not seal properly or filter efficiently. The engine air cleaner system includes a turbine precleaner; a spinning fan driven by the intake IMPORTANT: The Enginaire™...
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Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Inspect the paper element after every 100 hours of Check the condition and resilience of the radial service and replace the element and safety filter ev- sealing surface (inside of the open end) of the ery 400 hours (or when dirty or damaged). More filter.
Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Grass Buildup in Mower Deck Housing Primary Canister Filter Element DANGER Before raising or removing the mower deck for cleaning, stop the engine, re move the ignition key, and disconnect the spark Outlet Tube plug wires. Radial Sealing Safety Filter Raise the deck lock lever handle on each side Surface...
If an oil leak is noticed, contact because of too much buildup on the baffling and your local Walker dealer. housing. Lower the deck to the normal operating position and re-engage the deck lock levers.
Maintenance Instructions CHECKING/SERVICING CHECKING/SERVICING CAUTION DANGER Important Battery Service, Installation, and Changing Tips for Electronic Fuel Injected To prevent accidental starting of the en- Engines: gine when servicing or adjusting the ma- chine, remove the key from the ignition • Do not allow the battery cables to touch switch and disconnect the spark plug opposing terminals.
Maintenance Instructions CHECKING/SERVICING Cleaning the Terminals Tire Pressure If battery terminals are corroded, remove battery Inflate tires to pressures shown below: from the mower. Using a wire brush, remove corro- sion with a solution of one part baking soda and Deck Caster Wheel = 20 PSI (137 kPa) four parts water.
Maintenance Instructions CHECKING/SERVICING WARNING DO NOT try to straighten a blade that is bent. NEVER weld a broken or cracked blade. ALWAYS replace with a new blade to assure safety. Blade Balancer If the blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be sharpened.
Fuel Lines and Clamps NOTE: The fuel system is pressurized and should It is important to check and maintain the only be serviced by a Walker dealer or authorized safety switch system for safe operation of Kohler service dealer. the machine.
Maintenance Instructions CHECKING/SERVICING/ REPLACING/REPAIRING Forward Speed Control Friction Lock REPLACING/REPAIRING The FSC friction lock is designed to hold the se- DANGER lected forward travel speed when the steering le- vers are moved and yet the friction is not too heavy to make moving the FSC control difficult (too much To prevent accidental starting of the en- friction).
Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING Engine/PTO Belt To remove an engine/PTO belt: Relax belt by depressing idler arm. Remove wire lock pins (4), open belt Roll the belt off the pulley and remove the guards. belt. Wire Lock Pin Idler Arm Upper LH Guard Right Hand Lower LH...
Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING Ground Drive Belt To remove the ground drive belt: Slide belt off pulleys, then release the idler. Depress the spring-loaded idler to relax belt. Ground Drive LH Transaxle RH Transaxle Belt Idler Pulley Drive Pulley Depress Idler Pulley to Relax Belt Ground Drive Belt Assembly (Disengaged) Reverse the procedure to install the ground...
• Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately and completely. Model B23i is equipped with a 10 micron in-line fuel filter between the fuel tank and the fuel pump mod- ule. Replacement of this filter is recommended ev- ery 200 hours of operation or more frequently under extremely dusty or dirty conditions.
After reinstalling the blade, check blade timing (on gear driven decks) by moving blades through one IMPORTANT: Use only Walker P/N 8067-13 (1) complete revolution. Make sure blade tips shear pins for replacement to provide proper pass clear of each other. If timing is incorrect, con- shock protection -- these pins are hardened to tact your Walker dealer.
An excessive amount of the flat section of the Sharpen Mower Blades instructions. If blades are blade has been ground away (removed) when the replaced, always use Walker original equipment blade is sharpened. Replace the blade when less blades to ensure safety and optimum performance.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS Adjust the position of the RH lever by turning the stop bolt in the Speed Control Actuator in or out. Transmission Control Turning the stop bolt in will make the RH lever move back, and turning it out will make it move IMPORTANT: The proper adjustment of the forward.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Step 2 - Steering Handles Adjustment Step 3 - Neutral Position Adjustment With the Forward Speed Control (FSC) in NEU- An adjustment range of approximately 3 in. TRAL-PARK, the lever should be straight up. (76.2 mm) is available on the steering handles - the han dles can be adjusted forward or aft Adjust by loosening the jam nuts on the FSC depending on the arm length of the operator.
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Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Securely block the tractor up so the drive tires WARNING are off the ground. Adjust the tracking adjustment nuts at the front The following adjustments are made with of both control rods so that 2 or 3 threads are the engine running.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Step 4 - Full Forward Speed Adjustment Lengthen the control rod on the slower side by turning the tracking adjustment nut counter- Move the FSC to the full FORWARD speed clockwise until straight tracking and neutral are position.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Step 7 - Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment NOTE: Adjust the bolt FSC Switch downward for quicker Actuator Arm activation (Switch Open). Switch Closed in Neutral Switch Adjustment Bolt Friction Nut Jam Nut Front of Mower FSC Friction Adjustment Test FSC Neutral Switch Adjustment (Side View Through Chassis) Place the FSC lever in the full FORWARD...
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Blade Clutch (PTO) Adjust the length of the clutch actuator link to achieve a clutch spring assembly bolt head clearance of Clutch Engagement/Belt Tension 1/4 in. to 5/16 in. (6.35 mm to 7.94 mm) with the clutch engaged.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Use the following procedures to check and adjust clutch disengagement and brake action: Knuckle Joint Step 1 - Idler Pulley Maximum Travel Adjustment 6-1/2 in.* 2-1/8 in.* Loosen the brake band adjustment nut allowing stop (165.1 mm) (53.98 mm) arm and stop bolt to make contact (refer to Blade Brake Band Adjustment illustration).
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Step 2 - Blade Brake Band Adjustment After adjustments are complete, check blade brake action as described in CHECKING/SER- After the maximum pulley travel is set, adjust the VICING the Blade Brake Action in this section. working travel of the clutch idler pulley by adjusting If blades do not stop within five (5) seconds, the brake band nut and make the following adjust- check the following:...
(1) year* after date of sale to the original retail purchaser unless the product is used for rental purposes, in which case this warranty is limited to ninety (90) days. At Walker’s request, customer will make the defective part available for inspection by Walker and/or return the defective part to Walker, transpor- tation charges prepaid.