Exmark METRO Setup Instructions page 2

Installing the Fuel Tank
1. Apply retaining adhesive "Fel-Pro ProLock
Retaining I or Retaining II" or "Loctite RC 609 or
680" on the two threaded studs from the bolt bag
and install into the two left holes underneath fuel
tank. Install the fuel tank on top of the fuel tank
support with the studs going through the slots in
the support.
2. Install two 5/16 x 3/4 screws with a 5/16 SAE flat
washer and 5/16 lock washer into the threaded
holes in the right side of the fuel tank. Do not
over tighten.
3. Place a 5/16 SAE flat washer, then a spring, over
each of the studs and fasten with a 5/16 nyloc
nut. Tighten 5/16 nyloc nut fully then back off a
1/2 turn. This is to allow for normal fuel tank
expansion and contraction with changes in
temperature and fuel levels. Do not over
tighten.
4. Attach the fuel tank hose to the tank fitting and
secure with the clamp provided.
Installing the Handle Assembly
1. Position the lower end of the handle assembly on
the outside of the upper rear section of the fuel
tank and handle support. Install one 3/8-16 x 1
bolt (from the outside in) in the upper hole on
each side of the handle. Loosely secure each
screw with a 3/8" nyloc nut. The handle can now
be pivoted to allow positioning in one of the three
holes allowing various adjustments for operator
comfort (See Figures 1 & 2). Once a proper
position is found, install one 3/8 x 1" bolt in the
bottom mounting holes on each side of the
handle. Secure each bolt wth a 3/8" nyloc nut.
Tighten all hardware.
FIGURE 1
NOTE: If the mower has been completely
assembled and the handle position is changed, it
will be necessary to readjust the drive and brake
linkage.
FIGURE 2
Attaching Throttle Cable
Route the throttle cable along the left side of the upper
handle, through the clip, under the fuel tank support,
and position the cable on the front of the engine.
Attach throttle cable to engine:
1. Position the throttle control lever (located on
console) ¼" (.64 cm) from the upper end of the slot.
2. Attach inner wire of the throttle cable to the top hole
in the throttle control lever as shown in Figure 4.
3. Loosen the clamp, place the cable behind it, and
pull on the cable to move the throttle linkage to the
full throttle position. Tighten the cable clamp
screw.
FIGURE 4
4. This step needs to be done after the unit has
been assembled and the engine has been
started. Refer to Section 4 (Operation
Instructions).
There is not a "STOP" position. Turn the ignition switch
to the "off" position to stop the engine.
Attaching the fuel tank hose
1. Attach the fuel tank hose to the tank fitting and
secure with the clamp provided
Install the blade engagement
linkage
1. Install the blade engagement linkage to the bell
crank on the Left Hand side of the engine deck.
2. Insert rod through the hole from the outside and
fasten with cotter hairpin.
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