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Promaster 460 Owner/Operator Manual Model 989057 989306 08470700C 1/02 Supercedes 08470700, A-B Printed in USA...
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ONTROLS AND EATURES ENGLISH 19. Light (optional) 10. Commande d’éclairage (en option) 1. Differential Lock Control 20. Right Brake Pedal 11. Régulateur de vitesse (en option) 2. Seat Adjustment Lever 21. Left Brake Pedal 12. Compteur horaire 3. Fuel Cap 22.
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ESPAÑOL 1. Control de la traba del diferencial 2. Palanca de ajuste del asiento 3. Tapón del combustible 4. Brazo de traba del freno 5. Llave de contacto y encendido 6. Indicador de temperatura 7. Luz de advertencia de la batería 8.
OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL – TABLE OF CONTENTS 1: I ECTION NTRODUCTION Controls and Features ..................................3 The Manual ......................................6 Service and Replacement Parts ................................6 Product Registration .................................... 6 Dealer Delivery ....................................6 Disclaimer ......................................6 2: S ECTION AFETY Safety Alert Symbol .....................................
SECTION 2: SAFETY AFETY LERT YMBOL RACTICES AND These are safety alert symbols. They mean: Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and • ATTENTION! follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions OL1253 •...
3. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH • Look down and behind before and while backing. • Remove objects that could be thrown by the blade. • If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly. • Avoid sudden turns. •...
Ventilation ERSONAL AFETY DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide Responsible Operators good ventilation and wait until hazard has been removed. Only trained adults may operate unit Explosive Fuel Training includes actual operation Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Clearly understand instructions Handle with care.
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Traction Clear Area If tires lose traction, turn off PTO, and proceed slowly Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and debris. straight down slope. Thrown objects can cause injury. If you cannot back up the slope or feel uneasy, do not Walk Around Inspection mow it.
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Stop Engine Safety Interlock System Before maintenance, adjustments or service (except DO NOT operate unit if operator presence control is where specifically recommended) shut off engine. damaged or disabled. Cool Engine Safety Covers ALWAYS allow the engine to cool before maintenance, Keep all safety covers: adjustments, or service.
1. Remove shrink wrap and packaging materials. 2. Push unit off of container onto a level surface. Customer Note – Your GRAVELY Dealer is expected to complete these preparation steps and review important IMPORTANT: Never push or pull (tow) the unit with information, including this manual, with you before or another vehicle.
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Battery Seat 10. Install seat (Figure 6). WARNING EXPLOSIVE GASES can result in death or serious injury. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE contact can result in severe chemical burns. No open flames, No sparks, and No smoking materials near Battery. Always wear safety glasses and proper protective gear.
Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance of equipment. Advise customer on adjustments. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and return it to GRAVELY. Place Model and Serial Numbers on page in front of this manual. Explain GRAVELY Limited Warranty. 1/02...
SECTION 4: OPERATION ONTROLS AND EATURES IRECTIONAL ONTROL EDAL See Figure 1 for all controls and features locations. To move the unit forward, depress front of directional control pedal. To move rearward, NOTE: This product is equipped with an internal depress rear of pedal.
ARKING RAKE YDRAULIC EVER The hydraulic lift system is used to raise and lower attachments. To hold an attachment in position: CAUTION WARNING Before leaving operators position, engage parking brake. Never operate PTO when attachment is in raised Parking Brake is provided to prevent unit from rolling position.
ARNING IGHTS NGINE ATER RUISE ONTROL PTIONAL To fix speed, depress directional control pedal to the EMPERATURE AUGE desired speed, then push cruise control switch This unit is equipped with warning lights, and a gauge to (Figure 10) until light is on; your speed will be alert operator in the event there is a problem with the maintained.
TARTING AND To start unit (Figure 6): Ensure range selector is in neutral. 1. PTO control must be at “OFF” position. 2. Put key in ignition switch. 3. Move throttle control lever to middle position. 4. If the temperature is 32° F or below, use pre-heater by turning ignition key to the "Thermo Start Position"...
SECTION 5: GENERAL MAINTENANCE ASTENERS WARNING Each day before operating, check all nuts, bolts and other fasteners. Replace fasteners that are missing or ACCIDENTAL ENGINE START UP can cause death damaged. or serious injury. ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, and wait for moving parts to stop before adjusting or NGINE servicing.
NGINE OOLING Engine Coolant Check engine coolant level daily. If leakage is observed, check more frequently. DANGER COOLANT TEMPERATURE MUST BE BELOW 100 ° F on temperature gauge or serious burns may result. ALWAYS wait for engine to cool before service. WARNING Never remove radiator cap while engine is running hot.
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observed, do not operate until leakage is fixed. To check the transmission oil level: 1. Move the unit to a level area. Stop engine and lock brakes. 2. Raise the seat plate. 3. Remove the check plug. Oil level should be at the top of the Check Tube (Figure 7).
NOTE: Adjusting the neutral at operating temperature is 1. Loosen jam nuts on the outer tie rods. recommended. 2. Turn outer tie rods to adjust toe-in. 1. Stop the engine, remove the ignition key, and lock the 3. Tighten jam nuts. brakes.
2. Set Forward Stop Bolt so pedal hits bolt at full forward stroke. RAKES After each use of unit, wash dirt from brakes with water. Each day before operation, inspect all parts and fasteners. Repair or replace any missing, worn or damaged brake or linkage parts.
1. Loosen the 5/16-24" nut and bolt which fasten cam lever arm to brake cam. 2. Remove cam lever arm from brake cam. Rotate cam lever arm one spine to the rear and put it back on brake cam. 3. Tighten nut and bolt. 4.
8. Charge the battery at two and a half amps for ten To jump start battery: hours or until all cells are gassing freely and the 1. Ensure battery is not frozen. If the fluid is frozen, specific gravity is constant over three 30 minute remove battery from unit and allow it to thaw before intervals.
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To adjust (Figure 17): 1. Remove access panel and push back on end of bar Gearbox Oil spring that loads the PTO clutch until the clutch gaps Check PTO Gearbox lubricant every 8 hours of operation. are closed. Bar spring should be straight across If leakage is observed, check more frequently.
ROUBLESHOOTING ROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Rear tires locking or sliding Improperly adjusted or faulty safety in reverse with switch off. switch. Unit No sound or motion when PTO control not in the “On” position. the ignition switch is turned Range Selector in the "Fast or "Slow" to the “Start”...
460 S ROMASTER PECIFICATIONS Model Number 989057, 989306 Description PM460 30 HP Kubota Length – in (cm) 85 (216) Height – in (cm) 55 (140) Width – in (cm) 48.5 (123) Weight – lb (kg) 1400 (636) Wheel Base – in (cm) 47 (119) Battery 12 Volt BCI Group 24F...
Product Registration covered by this warranty. • The Gravely dealer must fill out and return the warranty • Service completed by someone other than an authorized registration card to validate the warranty.
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GRAVELY A Division of Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.com...
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