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Operator's Manual
Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions
Note: The C23i shown in this manual is equipped with the optional 10.0 bushel catcher.
Please Read and Save These Instructions
For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation
Beginning S/N: 181528
Instructions Prior to Operating Machine
P/N 6000-36

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions Note: The C23i shown in this manual is equipped with the optional 10.0 bushel catcher. Please Read and Save These Instructions For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation Beginning S/N: 181528 Instructions Prior to Operating Machine...
  • Page 2 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 customers. If for any reason this product does not perform to your expectations, please contact your local dealer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    C23i Table of Contents General Information Forward Speed Control (FSC) ........31 Steering Levers ............31 Highlighted Information ........1 Blade Clutch Switch (PTO) ........31 Glossary ...............1 Oil Pressure Warning Horn ........32 Identifying Number Locations ......1 Seat Panel Latch............32 Engine Serial Number Location ......2 Parking Brake ............32...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents C23i Maintenance Instructions Mower Deck Gearbox Oil Seals ........69 Spark Plugs...............69 Maintenance Schedule Chart ......50 Ignition Wires ............69 Important Tips for Care of the Fuel Lines and Clamps ..........69 Kohler Engine ............51 Engine Starter ............69 Fuel System ..............51 Transmission Control Setting ........69...
  • Page 5: General Information

    Walker Mower dealer. There are several general practices to be aware of in the ● RIGHT HAND (RH) refers to the right-hand area of safety.
  • Page 6: Engine Serial Number Location

    Tractor Serial Number Location please contact our Service Department for assis- tance: Serial Number Walker Manufacturing Company 5925 E. Harmony Road Fort Collins, CO 80528 1-970-221-5614 www.walker.com Service manuals are available for each of these...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Fuel Tank Capacity gal (L) 4.7 (17.8) Fuel Regular Grade Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane Minimum, 10% Ethanol Maximum) Air Cleaner Remote Mounted Enginaire (Walker P/N 5090-6 Primary/5090-5 Safety Filter) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery 12 Volt, 350 CCA (Interstate SP-40) Charging System Flywheel Alternator Charging Output...
  • Page 8 Transmission Oil Capacity fl oz (L) 79 (2.3) Transmission Cooling Cooling Fan Mounted on Drive Pulley Oil Filter Hydro-Gear P/N 52114 (Walker P/N 2026-6) ® Ground Travel Speed Forward MPH (km/h) 0-8 (0-13) Infinitely Variable Reverse MPH (km/h) 0-5 (0-8) Infinitely Variable...
  • Page 9 C23i Specifications DIMENSIONS (Tractor and Mower) Length in. (cm) Tractor Only 64.5 (164)* Tractor Wheel Base 44.5 (113) Tractor with Tilted Deck 77 (196)* (Approximate) Tractor with 48" Collection Deck 96 (244)* (DC48-1) Width in. (cm) Tractor Only (Outside Tire) 40.5 (103)
  • Page 10 Independent Torsion-Flex Frame with Caster Wheels and Counterweight Springs TOWING Towing Capacity lb (kg) 250 (113) DRIVE BELTS Engine Walker P/N 6230-3 Ground Drive Walker P/N 6232-1 PTO/Blower Drive Walker P/N 6231-1 SEAT Built-up Seat with Steel Frame, Extra Thick Foam Cushions and...
  • Page 11: Component Identification

    C23i Component Identification COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION NOTE: Operator Controls are identified in the section Operating Instructions on page 30. Grass Handling System 7.0 Bushel Catcher (Shown with Optional 10.0 Bushel Catcher) Tilt-Up Latch Spring Clip Counterweight Spring and Protective Cover Deck Support Pins and Height Adjustment Hitch Pins Anti-Scuff Roller Catcher Lift / Dump Handle Fuel Tank and Cap Forward Speed Control (FSC) Friction Adjustment...
  • Page 12 Component Identification C23i Catcher Door Removable Grass Gas Spring Catcher Screen (Not Visible) (Not Visible) Gas Spring Cover Catcher Door Catcher Lift / Dump Handle Catcher Air Exhaust Footrests Dump Flap Catcher Door Handle Anti-Scuff Roller Tailpipe Left Hand Engine Air...
  • Page 13 C23i Component Identification Muffler Oxygen Heat Shield Sensor Throttle Linkage Dipstick Fuel Filter Air Cleaner Cover / Turbine Precleaner Fuel Pickup Line Enginaire Air Cleaner Roll Over Valve Oil Fill 30 Amp Circuit Breaker EVAP Line (Not Visible) Air Intake Fuel Gauge...
  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    When you see the Safety Alert Symbol ( safety. read, understand, and follow the instructions. Fail- The Walker Rider Lawnmower has been designed ure to comply with safety instructions may result in with many safety features to protect the operator personal injury.
  • Page 15 C23i Safety Instructions 10. Handle gasoline with care. Gasoline is Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts. Do not operate highly flammable and its vapors are explosive: this machine while wearing shorts; always a. Use an approved fuel container.
  • Page 16: Operating

    Safety Instructions C23i OPERATING Do not operate machine if the operator presence safety switch system is not work- Operate the mower only in daylight or in ing. Verify proper operation by having the good artificial light with good visibility of the operator lift off the seat with the engine run- area being mowed.
  • Page 17 C23i Safety Instructions 14. The maximum recommended slope operat- 20. In case of a clogged or plugged mower ing angle is 15 degrees or 27% grade. deck or GHS catching system: When operating the machine on a slope, re- a. Disengage the blade clutch (PTO), engage...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Always use the proper engine service man- injectors, contact your Walker dealer or autho- ual when working on the engine. Unauthor- rized Kohler service dealer. ized maintenance operations or modifications...
  • Page 19: Safety, Control, And Instruction Decals

    C23i 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.
  • Page 20 Safety Instructions C23i 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.
  • Page 21 C23i 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.
  • Page 22 Safety Instructions C23i 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.
  • Page 23 C23i 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.
  • Page 24: Assembly Instructions

    (+) battery terminal SETUP INSTRUCTIONS first, followed by negative (-) cable to negative (-) battery terminal. Walker Mowers are shipped partially assembled to Never start the engine when the cables ● our distribution network, and are typically assem- are loose or poorly connected to the bled by the selling dealer.
  • Page 25: Battery Installation

    C23i Assembly Instructions Battery Installation Tighten the bolt and nut until the axle spacer tube and inner bearing race bottom against IMPORTANT: Make sure battery is securely the inside of the wheel fork (will not turn) while mounted in the frame. A loose battery may cause the wheel spins freely without binding.
  • Page 26: Deck Discharge Deflector Shield Installation

    Assembly Instructions C23i Deck Discharge Deflector Shield Installation (Side Discharge Models Only) Attach Spring PTO Shaft Guard Attach the side discharge deflector shield using two (2) 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. bolts, 3/8-16 ESNA nuts, and 3/8 in. wave spring washers. The wave wash- ers fit between the two hinging surfaces.
  • Page 27 C23i Assembly Instructions Deck Support Arms Internal Balls PTO Drive Locked on Shaft Shaft Carrier Frame PTO Coupler Coupler Ring in Tube Sockets U-Joint Locked Position Quick Disconnect Ring “Locked” Position Mower Deck Installation IMPORTANT: When installing the DS52 Mower...
  • Page 28 Assembly Instructions C23i To reduce the weight of lifting the deck before the counterweight spring is installed, remove Spring Tension Adjustment Counterweight Nut Located Under Lower one (1) deck height hitch pin from a rear deck Spring Clip Spring Hook support pin or alternately lift and block one side of the deck.
  • Page 29: Deck Leveling

    C23i Assembly Instructions Deck Leveling WARNING The mower deck and support frame are jig welded; within normal tolerances, very little, if any, shim- The machine must be shut off during this ming should be required to level the deck. Tire procedure.
  • Page 30: Ds60-3 Deck Leveling

    Assembly Instructions C23i DS60-3 Deck Leveling See the DS60-3 Deck Leveling illustration for side-to-side and front-to-back deck level mea- The mower deck and support frame are jig welded surement points. Side-to-side measurements and the deck support linkage is factory adjusted.
  • Page 31: Preoperating Checklist

    C23i Assembly Instructions Place a block of sufficient height under the left DANGER rear corner of the deck housing to remove tension from the left rear deck support chain. Handle gasoline with care. Gasoline is Detach the left rear deck support chain by...
  • Page 32 Assembly Instructions C23i F CHECK ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM F CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Check that the engine cooling air intake Deck Caster Wheel* = 20 PSI (137 kPa) screen is free of obstruction by grass clippings Drive = 15 PSI (103 kPa) or debris and clean if required.
  • Page 33 C23i Assembly Instructions Tilt-Up Handle Tilt-Up Hook and Latch Connected Tilt-Up Latch Tilt-Up Hook Deck Lock Lever Deck Secured in TILT-UP Position CAUTION Do not operate machine with deck tilt-up pivot joint unlocked. DANGER Do not operate the mower with deck in tilt- up position.
  • Page 34: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions C23i Operating Instructions CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCA- TION, AND FUNCTION CAUTION Before operating the mower, become famil- iar with the location and function of all op- erator controls. Knowing the location, Ignition Switch function, and operation of these controls is...
  • Page 35: Engine Throttle

    C23i Operating Instructions Engine Throttle Steering Levers The throttle control lever (red knob) is located on Each drive wheel is controlled by its own indepen- the right side of the seat and is used to control dent steering lever, for both steering function and engine speed.
  • Page 36: Oil Pressure Warning Horn

    Operating Instructions C23i Oil Pressure Warning Horn Parking Brake The oil pressure warning horn indicates that engine The parking brake functions by locking a detent oil pressure is below the safe operating level arm to a cog in the hydraulic motor rotor. Moving [below 3 to 5 PSI (21 to 34 kPa)].
  • Page 37: Transaxle Lockout Arms

    C23i Operating Instructions Transaxle Lockout Arms The hourmeter does not have a manual reset function. The transaxle lockout arms disengage the transax- les. By lifting the arms up and locking them into NOTE: The blinking hour glass on the display place with the shoulder on the arm in the chassis means that the meter is operating properly.
  • Page 38 Operating Instructions C23i The Forward Speed Control also Establishes the Neutral-Park Position of the Steering Levers RIGHT WHEEL STEERING LEVER LEFT WHEEL BLADE CLUTCH (PTO) FORWARD SPEED STEERING LEVER CONTROL LEVER (FSC) Forward Position (No Control Change) Full Forward Ground Speed...
  • Page 39: Starting The Engine

    Failure to follow these guidelines can damage the starter motor NEVER run the engine in an enclosed or and shorten battery life. Consult your Walker poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust dealer or authorized Kohler dealer for addi- contains carbon monoxide, an odorless tional help.
  • Page 40: Adjusting Ground Speed And Steering

    Operating Instructions C23i ADJUSTING GROUND SPEED AND Move the FSC out of NEUTRAL-PARK posi- STEERING tion to the desired forward speed. DO NOT hold for ward on steering levers. It is not nec- IMPORTANT: If the DS52 mower deck is...
  • Page 41 ♦ Remember it is not necessary to hold the steering levers forward (a unique Walker feature); always PULL on the The FSC may be adjusted forward for faster levers for steering or for reverse mo- ground speed and backward for slower ground tion of the mower.
  • Page 42: Engaging The Blade Drive

    Operating Instructions C23i ENGAGING THE BLADE DRIVE CAUTION Set the engine throttle at about 1/3 speed. Do An operator presence switch (seat switch) not attempt to engage the blade clutch at will cause the engine to stop if the blade high engine speeds.
  • Page 43: Adjusting Cutting Height

    DISENGAGED position Contact your Walker dealer for service. (tractor not moving and blade clutch disen- gaged); the engine should stop. NOTE: Al- low 1/2 second “off the seat”...
  • Page 44: Ds60-3 Cutting Height

    Operating Instructions C23i Cutting height is adjusted by positioning the four Cutting Height (4) re tainer hitch pins in a series of six vertical Hitch Pin Release Lever Deck Lift Pedal holes on the deck support pins. Lift handles have been pro vided on each end of the deck to assist in raising the deck while positioning the hitch pins.
  • Page 45: Recommendations For Mowing

    C23i Operating Instructions RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING The mower will “freewheel” with the arms in the LOCKOUT position. The levers must be in the highest position to completely unlock the DANGER transaxles. Do not mow around overhanging tree branches or bushes at the same height as Transaxle Lockout Arm the operator’s torso and head where inad-...
  • Page 46 Operating Instructions C23i ● When mowing, operate the engine at full throttle for the best cutting action and perfor- Discharge mance of the grass handling system (GHS). Shield Mowing with a lower engine RPM causes the mowing blade to not cut clean and tear the grass.
  • Page 47: Recommendations For Towing

    C23i Operating Instructions DANGER Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of an embankment or retaining wall with drop off. 5 FT MINIMUM No Driving Zone RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TOWING ● Do not move the tractor with the deck in the...
  • Page 48: Grass Handling System (Ghs)

    Operating Instructions C23i GRASS HANDLING SYSTEM (GHS) NOTE: Illustration shown with optional 10.0 bushel grass catcher. Exhaust Screen Grass (Removable) Catcher ® Grass-Pak Catcher Vane Switch Door Spring (Not Visible) Catcher Air Exhaust ® Powerfil Drive Motor Actuator “Full” Signal...
  • Page 49: General Information

    C23i Operating Instructions General Information DANGER The Grass Handling System (GHS) consists of a rear discharge mower deck connected to a 13.25 ROTATING BLOWER BLADES in. (34 cm) blower and a rear mounted grass catcher with 7.0 bushel (246 liters) capacity or NEVER operate the GHS blower with the optional 10.0 bushel (352 liters) capacity.
  • Page 50 Operating Instructions C23i ● Check to see if the mower blades are installed ● Check that the interior of the deck housing and for the correct rotation. The blade cutting baffling is reasonably clean and free of grass edges should move towards each other at the and dirt buildup.
  • Page 51: Using The Tilt-Up Deck

    C23i Operating Instructions Remember, anything that restricts airflow or mate- The “full” signal horn is designed to operate rial flow along the entire path from the mower deck (sound) when the grass catcher is almost full. to the grass catcher can cause clogging.
  • Page 52: Dumping The Catcher

    Operating Instructions C23i Dumping the Catcher Using the Dump Bag Open the back door by lifting on the door DANGER handle. Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet Orient the dump bag with one of the handle (1.5 meters) of an embankment or retaining straps on the bag opening facing up.
  • Page 53: Power Dump Option

    C23i Operating Instructions Power Dump Option Catcher Lift / When equipped with the optional power dump Dump Handle system, the operator dumps the catcher while sitting in the seat. A toggle switch operating a power ram is used to raise and lower the catcher.
  • Page 54: Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance Instructions CAUTION Maintenance procedures requiring special training or MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART tools should be performed by a trained technician. RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - MODEL C23i Every Ref. Service Item Daily Hours Hours Hours Hours Hours Yearly 2 Years Page...
  • Page 55: Important Tips For Care Of The Kohler Engine

    Air Cleaner System ing the fuel pump module, fuel lines, and fuel injectors, contact your Walker dealer or autho- ● Use only Enginaire air cleaner elements. rized Kohler service dealer.
  • Page 56: Oil

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Lubrication Park the mower on a level surface with the en gine stopped. Also, make sure the engine ● Use only multi-viscosity oils as specified with is cool and oil has had time to drain into the...
  • Page 57: Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Lubrication Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter Change the engine crankcase oil and filter every 300 hours if the recommended Kohler PRO prod- ® ucts are being used. If conventional oil and filters are being used, change the crankcase oil after every 100 hours of operation and replace the oil filter after 200 hours of operation.
  • Page 58: Mower Deck Gearbox Lubrication

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Lubrication IMPORTANT: Check the dipstick reading Clean the area around the individual gearbox be fore adding the last 1/2 pint of oil and fill cover plates to prevent contaminants from only to the “F” mark. DO NOT overfill the en tering the gearcase.
  • Page 59: Ds52 Mower Deck Lubrication

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Lubrication DS52 Mower Deck Lubrication Check Transaxle Fluid Level There are several special lubrication requirements ● The transaxle oil lubrication is SAE 20W-50 for the DS52 mower deck in addition to the require- (API Service Class SL or higher) engine oil.
  • Page 60 Maintenance Instructions C23i Lubrication Ident Lubrication Ident Lubrication Location Type Places Location Type Places Deck Caster Wheel Fork Pivot Grease Engine Idler Pivot Grease ΔΔ Deck Caster Wheel Bearing Grease Jackshaft Tensioner Lever Grease Δ Blade Spindle Grease (Grease Contact Point)
  • Page 61 C23i Maintenance Instructions Lubrication 18 & 19 Chassis and Deck Lubrication Points (DC48 Shown)
  • Page 62: Transaxle Oil And Filter Change

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Lubrication Transaxle Oil and Filter Change Elbow Screw Locking Change the transaxle oil after the initial break-in Nut Down period of 75-100 hours. Thereafter, change oil every 400 hours of operation as follows: Thoroughly clean the exterior of the transaxle housing before servicing.
  • Page 63: Cleaning

    IMPORTANT: Use only Enginaire™ air filter ele- Turbine Precleaner (Enginaire™) ments for replacement (Walker P/N 5090-5 and The engine air cleaner system includes a turbine 5090-6). Aftermarket filters may not seal properly precleaner; a spinning fan driven by the intake or filter efficiently.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Instructions C23i Cleaning Use a bright light inside the filter element to Primary inspect for damage. Check the element very Cover Filter Element carefully for pin holes or other damage that will allow dirt to leak through the paper media.
  • Page 65: Engine Air Cooling System

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Cleaning Engine Air Cooling System Primary Outlet Cooling Air Intake Screen Canister Filter Element Tube To prevent engine overheating and possible engine damage, clean grass clippings, chaff, and dirt from the rotating engine cooling air intake screen after every 8 hours of operation.
  • Page 66: Cylinder Head Cooling Fins

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Cleaning Cylinder Head Cooling Fins NOTE: If dirt is packed into the cooling fins it may be necessary to remove the engine shroud in order It is essential for performance and longevity of the to thoroughly clean the cooling fins.
  • Page 67: Grass Buildup In Mower Deck Housing

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Cleaning Grass Buildup in Mower Deck Housing NOTE: If the buildup is severe, it may be easier to clean the deck by removing the deck assembly from the tractor and standing the DANGER deck assembly on its “nose”.
  • Page 68: Ghs Blower

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Cleaning GHS Blower Use a pressure washer or water spray, and di rect the spray inside the blower housing Normally, the GHS blower operates with no against the blower blades. Water pressure will mainte nance or cleaning. However, when mowing...
  • Page 69: Transaxle Housing

    Pay close attention to any oily dirt buildup on the transaxle housings. This may be the result of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noticed, contact your local Walker dealer. Cooling Fins Transaxle Housing and Cooling Fins...
  • Page 70: Checking/Servicing

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Checking and Servicing CHECKING/SERVICING CAUTION DANGER Important Battery Service, Installation, and Charging Tips for Electronic Fuel Injection To prevent accidental starting of the en gine Engines: when servicing or adjusting the ma chine, remove the key from the ignition switch Do not allow the battery cables to touch ●...
  • Page 71: Charging The Battery

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Checking and Servicing Sharpen Mower Blades Charging the Battery Check mower blade(s) for straightness, sharp- DANGER ness, condition of the cutting edge, and bal- ance every 10 hours of operation (or more often BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES when mowing abrasive type grass or operating on sandy soils).
  • Page 72: Drive Belts

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Checking and Servicing If the blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be sharpened. Remove blades for sharpening by grasping the end of the blade using a rag or a thick, padded glove, while loosening and removing the nut, lock washer, and flat washer that mount the blade.
  • Page 73: Mower Deck Gearbox Oil Seals

    NOTE: The engine fuel injection system is pres- ing the clutch and measuring how quickly the surized and should only be serviced by a Walker blades stop. Watch the rotation of the blade drive dealer or authorized Kohler service dealer.
  • Page 74: Pto U-Joints

    If any of the following conditions occur during Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment on starting or operating, a safety interlock switch may page 81. be malfunctioning. Contact your Walker dealer for troubleshooting and/or replacement. ● With or without an operator in the seat, the...
  • Page 75: Replacing/Repairing

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing REPLACING/REPAIRING Drive Belts There are three (3) individual belts on the DANGER machine: To prevent accidental starting of the engine ● Engine Belt when replacing parts or repairing the ma- ● Ground Drive Belt chine, remove the key from the ignition ●...
  • Page 76: Engine Belt

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Replacing and Repairing Engine Belt b. Slide the belt off the pulleys and remove the belt. To remove the engine belt: a. Lift up on the belt to move the spring-load- ed idler pulley and loosen the belt.
  • Page 77: Ground Drive Belt

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing Ground Drive Belt b. Slide belt off pulleys, then slowly release the idler pulley. To remove the ground drive belt: a. Raise the spring-loaded idler pulley to relax belt. Raise Idler Pulley to Relax Belt...
  • Page 78: Pto/Blower Drive Belt

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Replacing and Repairing PTO/Blower Drive Belt d. Again push the clutch stop arm forward, rotate the tension cam clockwise, and lock To remove the PTO/blower drive belt: the tension cam with the clutch stop tab. a. Disconnect the electric clutch plug, and NOTE: If the cam doesn’t rotate freely, pull up...
  • Page 79 C23i Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing e. Push down on the jackshaft and remove Electric Plug the PTO/blower belt from the blower drive Retainer pulley. Slot Remove the engine belt using the steps provided on page 72 and then remove the PTO/blower drive belt.
  • Page 80: Deck Drive Belt (Optional Ds60-3 Deck)

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Replacing and Repairing Deck Drive Belt (Optional DS60-3 Deck) To install the deck drive belt: To remove the deck drive belt: a. Install and route the belt as shown on the belt routing decal (located on the deck a.
  • Page 81: Fuel Filter

    ● Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately and completely. Model C23i is equipped with an in-line fuel filter between the fuel tank and the fuel pump (low pres- sure fuel pump). Visually inspect the filter periodi- cally, and replace the filter every 400 hours. Use...
  • Page 82: Mower Blades

    Sharpen Mower Blades on page 67. If blades ● An excessive amount of the flat section of the are replaced, always use Walker original equip- blade has been ground away (removed) when ment blades to ensure safety and optimum perfor- the blade is sharpened.
  • Page 83: Adjustments

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Adjustments ADJUSTMENTS Adjust the position of the LH lever by turning the stop bolt in the Speed Control Actuator in or out. Turning the stop bolt in will make the Transmission Control LH lever move back, and turning it out will IMPORTANT: The proper adjustment of the trans- make it move forward.
  • Page 84: Neutral Function Adjustment

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Adjustments Step 3 - Neutral Function Adjustment WARNING Securely block the tractor up so the drive tires are off the ground. The following adjustments are made with the engine running. Keep all body parts Adjust the tracking adjustment nuts at the front...
  • Page 85: Maximum Forward Speed Adjustment

    C23i Maintenance Instructions Adjustments Step 6 - Forward Speed Control Friction Lengthen the control rod on the faster side by turning the tracking adjustment nut counter- Adjustment clockwise until straight tracking and neutral are both achieved. IMPORTANT: After tracking adjustments are...
  • Page 86: Tilt-Up Deck Adjustable Stop

    Maintenance Instructions C23i Adjustments Tilt-Up Deck Adjustable Stop* GHS “Full” Signal Horn Adjustment When the carrier frame hinge joint is properly The vertical position of the Grass-Pak switch is ® adjusted, the deck lock levers should move in and critical to make sure the catcher box does not out of the engaged and disengaged positions overfill causing the delivery chute to clog.
  • Page 87 C23i Maintenance Instructions Adjustments Exhaust Screen 4 to 4-1/2 in. (10 to 11.5 cm) Adjustment Nut Adjusting the Grass-Pak Switch ® (Side View of Catcher Box) If adjustment is required, loosen front adjust- ment nut then move aluminum shaft and vane to the recommended measurement.
  • Page 88 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE RECORD SHEET DATE SERVICE ENGINE ITEM HOURS ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
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  • Page 90 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE RECORD SHEET DATE SERVICE ENGINE ITEM HOURS ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 91 (2) years* after the 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, transportation charges prepaid.
  • Page 92 WALKER MFG. CO. • 5925 E. HARMONY ROAD, FORT COLLINS, CO 80528 • (970) 221-5614 FORM NO. 051723 PRINTED IN USA www.walker.com ©2023 WALKER MFG. CO...

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