Introduction Service Dealer or Exmark Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial Exmark Mower. This product has been carefully numbers on the product.
Safety Safety When operating the machine outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces General Machine Safety the risk of electric shock. Warnings If operating the machine in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply.
Safety Machine use and care Use the machine only with specifically designated batteries. Use of any other batteries Do not force the machine. Use the correct may create a risk of injury and fire. machine for your application. The correct machine will do the job better and safer at the rate When battery pack is not in use, keep it for which it was designed.
Safety Additional Safety Messages stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. Thrown objects can cause personal injury. Before using the lawnmower, always visually Safety-Alert Symbol inspect to see that the blade and the blade assembly are not worn or damaged. Worn or The safety-alert symbol (Figure 2) shown in this damaged parts increase the risk of injury.
Exmark equipment dealer or labels. distributor or from Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc. • Replace all worn, damaged, or missing safety • Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the signs.
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Safety decal144-7004 144-7004 1. Traction drive 5. Reverse decal146-1210 2. Fast 6. Parking brake 146-1210 3. Slow 7. Power takeoff 1. Negative rake 3. Home position (PTO)—disengaged 2. Increase 4. Positive rake 4. Neutral decal146-1265 146-1265 decal144-7006 144-7006 1. Read the instructions 4.
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Safety decal147-0289 147-0289 1. Keep the battery at a 3. Lift the cover to charge temperature above 0°C the battery. decal146-1269 (32°F) and below 45°C 146-1269 (113°F) 1. Negative rake 3. Home position 2. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual 2. Increase 4.
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Safety decal144-0276 144-0276 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 3. Explosion hazard—do not expose to sparks or open flame. 2. Warning—do not open the battery; do not use a damaged 4. Electric shock hazard—do not perform maintenance on battery. the battery. decal144-0278 144-0278 1.
53.75 inches (136.5 cm) the machine to be moved when engine is not Deflector Down 65.00 inches (165.1 cm) running. • Transmission Fluid Type: Exmark Synthetic Overall Length: Electric Motor Drive Oil Platform Up 61.50 inches (156.2 cm) Part No. 146-1159 Platform Down 77.25 inches (196.2 cm)
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Exmark distributor or go to www.Exmark.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Exmark replacement parts and accessories.
Operation Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Controls Note: Become familiar with all the controls before starting the engine and operating the machine. Control Panel g433590 Figure 3 1.
Operation Message Display powered attachments; refer to Operating the Mower-Blade-Control-Switch section. The LCD message display shows information about your machine, such as the operating status, various Motion-Control Levers diagnostics, and other information about the machine. • Splash screen: shows the battery charge for a Use the motion-control levers to drive the machine forward, reverse, and turn either direction.
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Operation • Main information screens: shows current Message Display Icon Descriptions machine information while the key is in the On position. This screen shows the battery-system Next charge level and the status of various components. Press the button to cycle through the screens. Scroll up Use the –...
Operation Message Display Menus Faults To access the main menu, press any button while at Menu Item Description the main information screens, then press the Lists the total number of key-on button. Current hours (i.e., hours that the key has been in the On position). Refer to the following tables for a description of the Indicates the last key-on hour options available from the menus:...
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Operation Service Menu Item Description Lists the total number of hours various components have been used: • Key switch • Machine • Traction contactor • Cutter contactor • Neutral • Total mow time • Left cutter Hours • Center cutter •...
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Operation Accessing Protected Menus Diagnostics Menu Note: The factory default PIN code for your Menu Item Description machine is 1234. Indicates the inputs and outputs Battery Stack If you changed the PIN code and forgot the code, for the batteries. contact your Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.
• Use only accessories and attachments approved • Press the On position on the PTO switch. by Exmark. The safety-interlock system also disengages the PTO • Do not carry passengers on the machine and if you move or release both motion-control levers keep bystanders and pets away from the machine into the Park position.
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Operation g373297 Figure 17 1. The parking brake is engaged. 2. One or both control levers are down in the center, unlocked position. 3. The PTO is engaged. Testing the Safety-Interlock System g377624 Figure 19 Service Interval: Before each use or daily Test the safety-interlock system before you use the Release the lever to the Park position.
Operation an abnormal vibration occurs. Inspect the cutting unit for damage and make repairs before starting and operating the machine. • Be alert, slow down, and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks with the machine. Always yield the right-of-way. •...
Operation Operating the • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed Mower-Blade-Control Switch or direction; turn slowly and gradually. (PTO) • Do not operate a machine under any conditions where traction, steering or stability is in question. Use the blade-control switch (PTO) in conjunction Be aware that operating the machine on wet grass, with the motion-control levers to engage and...
Operation Disengaging the Mower Blades (PTO) Side Discharging or Mulching the Grass Disengage the mower blades using 1 of the 2 ways shown. This machine has a hinged grass deflector that disperses clippings to the side and down toward the turf.
Operation Driving the Machine • In areas with low-hanging branches or obstacles • Loading the machine for transport Important: Back the machine over curbs, 1 wheel at a time; driving it forward over curbs • Driving up slopes could damage the machine. Operate the machine with the platform down for the following conditions: CAUTION...
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Operation g385716 Figure 28 Adjusting the Height-of-Cut The height-of-cut can be adjusted from 38 to 127 mm g330789 (1-1/2 to 5 inches) in 6 mm (1/4 inch) increments. Figure 29...
Operation Using Weights Adjusting the Slope of the Mower Deck • Install weights to improve balance. You can add or remove weights to create optimized You can raise and lower the rear of the mower deck performance under different operating conditions in 6.3 mm (1/4 inch) increments, over a range of 31.8 and for your preference.
• A risk of fire, electric shock, or injury may result from using an accessory not recommended or sold by Exmark.. • To reduce risk of a battery explosion, follow g376300 these instructions and the instructions for any Figure 32 equipment that you intend to use near the charger.
Operation Moving a Non-Functioning Machine Operation Important: Do not tow the machine without • Do not charge a frozen battery. first disengaging the transmission, otherwise you • Do not abuse the cord. Do not carry the charger could damage motor components. by the cord or yank on the power supply cord to disconnect the charger from the receptacle.
Operation Transporting the Machine Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Use a full-width ramp. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the necessary brakes, lighting, and marking as required by law. Please carefully read all the safety instructions. Knowing this information could help you or bystanders avoid injury.
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Operation Selecting a Trailer Shut off the machine and remove the key. Tie down the machine near the front caster wheels, or front frame holes, and the rear bumper holes with straps, chains, cable, or ropes (Figure 39). Refer to local regulations for tie-down requirements.
Operation Transporting the Lithium-Ion Connecting to a Power Source Batteries DANGER The US Department of Transportation and Contact with water while charging the machine international transportation authorities require that could cause electric shock, causing injury or lithium-ion batteries be transported using special death.
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Operation Charging the Lithium-Ion Batteries CAUTION Attempting to charge the batteries with a charger not provided by Exmark can result in excessive heat and other related product malfunctions, which can lead to property damage and/or injury. Use the Exmark-provided chargers to charge the batteries.
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Operation When the machine reaches a sufficient level, disconnect the charger connector from the machine connector. Place the charger connector and cord in a storage position that avoids damage. Start the machine. Verify the charge level using the message display.
• Check the parking brake operation frequently. modifications to the original machine and/or Service the brake as needed. not using genuine Exmark parts could lead to • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their serious injury or death. proper operation regularly.
Maintenance Pre-Maintenance Perform any maintenance or adjustment on the machine. Procedures Install the rear access cover. Raise the cushion, and slide it onto the pins on Accessing Internal both sides of the machine. Components Tighten the twist knobs. Service Interval: Yearly—Apply anti-seize compound to the cushion knobs.
Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Shut off the machine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Lubrication Remove the caster wheel from the caster forks. Remove the seal guards from the wheel hub. Greasing the Machine Grease with No.
Maintenance Apply thread-locking adhesive to the second spacer nut, threading it onto the axle with the wrench flats facing outward. Torque the nut to 8 to 9 N∙m (71 to 80 in-lb), loosen it, then torque it to 2 to 3 N∙m (20 to 25 in-lb).
Authorized Service Important: All electrical repairs should be Dealer for assistance. performed by an Authorized Exmark Dealer only. Maintaining the Lithium-Ion Batteries The charger requires little maintenance other than protecting it from damage and weather.
Maintenance Adjusting the Caster-Pivot Bearing Service Interval: Every 500 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO) and move the motion-control levers outward to the Park position. Shut off the machine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
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(55 to 65 ft-lb). Changing the Transmission Fluid Service Interval: After the first 50 hours Every 500 hours Fluid type: Exmark Synthetic Electric Motor Drive g380054 Figure 51 Capacity: 150 mL (5 fl oz) Park the machine on a level surface, disengage...
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Maintenance Adjusting the Maximum Speed Range Service Interval: As required Note: The message display shows only 2 items at a time; however, the following figures show the full menus for context. g425330 Park the machine on a level surface, disengage Figure 55 the PTO, and move the motion-control levers outward to the Park position.
Maintenance Controls System Screen Action Maintenance Press the button. Calibrating the Levers Note: The message display shows only 2 items at Hold the left a time; however, the following figures show the full motion-control lever menus for context. in the Forward position Park the machine on a level surface, disengage and press the button.
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Maintenance Adjusting the Tracking If you push both motion-control levers forward the same distance and the machine pulls to 1 side, adjust the tracking as follows. g377650 Figure 62 Note: The message display shows only 2 items at a time; however, the following figures show the full menus for context.
Maintenance Unplug the battery charger if it is connected. Turn the battery-disconnect switch to the Off position. Inspecting the Blades Service Interval: Before each use or daily Inspect the cutting edges. If the edges are not sharp or have nicks, remove and sharpen the blade;...
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Maintenance Removing the Blades Checking for Bent Blades Replace the blades if they hit a solid object or if the WARNING blade is out of balance or bent. A blade that is bent or damaged could break apart Place a wrench on the flat of the blade retainer or and could critically injure you or bystanders.
Operating a machine after incorrectly installing the blade assembly and/or not using genuine Unplug the battery charger if it is connected. Exmark blade and blade hardware could allow Turn the battery-disconnect switch to the Off a blade or blade component to be thrown out position.
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Maintenance Leveling the Mower Deck from Side to Side Loosen the side nut and jam nut in the yokes you want to adjust. g006888 Figure 71 2. Measure the blade at 1. Measure from a level surface points B and C g377364 Figure 72 The difference between measurements B and C...
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Maintenance Checking the Mower Deck Leveling the Mower Deck from Front Front-to-Rear Pitch to Rear Adjust the tire pressure in the rear tires to the Loosen the jam nut and side bolt in the yokes that correct specifications. you want to adjust. Set the slope of the mower deck to the lowest setting;...
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Maintenance Matching the Height-of-Cut Verify that the distance between the spring nut and the rear side of the welded mount bracket is Check the rear tire pressure. 41 mm (1-5/8 inch). Set the height-of-cut to the 76 cm (3 inch) If needed, adjust the distance by adjusting the bolt position.
Maintenance Cleaning Cleaning under the Mower Deck Service Interval: Before each use or daily Remove the grass buildup under the mower daily. Important: Do not use water to clean the machine. Water can damage the motors and other electric components. Use compressed air to clean debris from the machine.
Storage Storage Battery Storage Requirements Cleaning and Storage Note: You do not need to remove the batteries from the machine for storage. Service Interval: Before storage Before storage Refer to the temperature limits for storage in the following table: Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the PTO, and move the motion-control levers Temperature Limits for Storage outward to the Park position.
Examine the charger thoroughly for worn, loose, or damaged parts. To repair or replace parts, contact your authorized Exmark distributor for assistance. Store the charger with the power supply cord in a clean, dry place where it will not be bumped or...
SPN 4990, FMI 31 1. BMS or battery fault detected 1. Contact an authorized Exmark distributor. SPN 520196, FMI 16 1. Battery amp hour limit exceeded 1. Possible causes include poor battery...
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For additional diagnostic information, refer to the Hypercell Diagnostic Fault Code Manual. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action SPN 524160, FMI 31 1. Internal charger fault 1. Remove the AC connection and battery connection for a minimum of 30 seconds and retry. If it fails again, please contact an authorized Exmark distributor.
While the exposure from Exmark products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Exmark has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Exmark does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by...
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