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PIONEER E-SERIES For Serial Nos. 920,000 & Higher Part No. 4500-899 Rev. B...
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Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer. Exmark reserves the right to make changes or add improvements to its products at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes to products manufactured previously.
All Exmark parts are thoroughly tested and inspected before leaving the factory, however, attention is required on your part if you are to obtain the fullest measure of satisfaction and performance.
English it is the owner’s responsibility to Institute in effect at the time of production. explain this material to them. Exmark designed and tested this lawn mower to offer • Become familiar with the safe operation of the reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Safety • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be DANGER used and remove all rocks, toys, sticks, wires, In certain conditions during fueling, static bones, and other foreign objects which can be electricity can be released causing a spark thrown by the machine and may cause personal which can ignite gasoline vapors.
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Safety Operation damage and make repairs before restarting and operating the mower). WARNING – Before clearing blockages. Operating engine parts, especially the muffler, – Whenever you leave the mower. become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur • Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass, engage parking brake: brush, etc.
Safety • Be aware that operating on wet grass, across steep DANGER slopes or downhill may cause the mower to lose Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can cause traction. Loss of traction to the drive wheels may sliding and loss of control. Wheels dropping over result in sliding and a loss of braking and steering.
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Failure to use original DANGER Exmark parts could cause serious injury or death. Making unauthorized changes to the Charging or jump starting the battery may engine, fuel or venting system, may violate EPA produce explosive gases.
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Safety WARNING Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid accidentally injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result. •...
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 109-6014 116-1119 107-2102 116-1121 1. Rotate the drive release 2. Push the machine. knob to loosen, slide the knob, and tighten. 109-3148 116-1496...
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Safety 109-6016 1. Read the instructions before servicing or performing 4. Refer to the Operator’s manual for grease instructions maintenance 2. Time interval 5. Check hydraulic oil level and refer to the Operator’s manual or further instructions 3. Check oil level 6.
Manual • Operator must be in seat when PTO is engaged, • Engine Oil Type: Exmark 4–Cycle Premium brake is disengaged, or motion control levers are Engine Oil moved in or engine will stop.
Operation Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Controls Motion Control Levers The motion control levers located on each side of the console control the forward and reverse motion of the machine.
Operation rear, to the detent, will put the choke in the “OFF” The ignition switch is used to start and stop the position. Do Not run a warm engine with choke in engine. The switch has three positions “OFF”, “ON” the “ON”...
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Operation The fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the fuel when the machine will not be used for a few days, during transport to and from the jobsite, and when parked inside a building. Align valve handle with the fuel line to open. Rotate 90°...
Operation Deck Lift Pedal Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their safety Located at the right front corner of the floor pan. requirements. Push the pedal forward with your foot to raise the Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the cutting deck.
Operation Starting the Engine 1. Move the motion control levers out to the neutral lock position. 2. Pull up and back on the parking brake lever to engage the parking brake. 3. Push down on the PTO switch to the “disengage” position.
Operation Important: To begin movement (forward or The PTO push-pull switch engages the cutting blades. Be sure that all persons are clear of the mower deck backward) the operator must be in the seat, the and discharge area before engaging PTO. brake lever must be disengaged (pushed down) before the motion control levers can be moved in Important: Operator must be in seat before the...
Operation Figure 15 1. Transport lock handle 3. Height of cut decal Figure 14 2. Height adjustment pin 4. Deck foot pedal 1. Front of Unit 3. Neutral 2. Forward 4. Reverse 5. Insert the height adjustment pin into the hole corresponding to the desired cutting height.
Operation Transporting Transporting a Unit Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
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Operation tipping backward. Having a full width ramp provides a surface for the frame members to contact if the unit starts to tip backward. If it is not possible to use one full width ramp, use enough individual ramps to simulate a full width continuous ramp.
Maintenance Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. WARNING WARNING While maintenance or adjustments are being The engine can become very hot. Touching a hot made, someone could start the engine. engine can cause severe burns.
“FULL” 12.4 – 12.6 75–100% 30 Minutes 16 volts/7 mark on the dipstick. Exmark 4-Cycle Premium amps Engine Oil is recommended; refer to the Engine 12.2 – 12.4 50–75% 1 Hour 16 volts/7 Owner’s manual for an acceptable alternative.
Maintenance DANGER Jump starting a weak battery that is cracked, frozen, has low electrolyte level, or an open/shorted battery cell, can cause an explosion resulting in serious personal injury. Do Not jump start a weak battery if these conditions exist. 2.
Check Safety Interlock Note: If machine does not pass any of these tests, do not operate. Contact your authorized EXMARK System SERVICE DEALER. Service Interval: Before each use or daily...
Before reinstalling new filter, apply a thin coating Check Seat Belt of Exmark 4–Cycle Premium Engine Oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter clockwise Service Interval: Before each use or daily...
Use adequate jack stands Important: Before reinstalling new filters, or equivalent support. apply a thin coat of Exmark Premium Hydro 7. Start engine and move throttle control ahead to Oil on the surface of the filters rubber seal.
Maintenance Copper-Based Anti-seize the system. When the transaxle operates at normal noise levels and moves smoothly Copper-based anti-seize is used in the following forward and reverse at normal speeds, then location: the transaxle is considered purged. Note: Do Not change the hydraulic system oil On threads of Blade Bolts.
Maintenance Adjustments 8. Set the height-of-cut lever to the 3 inch (76 mm) position. Place two “B” thick blocks (see Block Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for Height and Rake Table) under the rear edge of the all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and cutting deck skirt;...
Maintenance Leveling) lower than the rear blade tip, adjust the blade level using the following instructions: 2. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 3. Move the motion control levers outward to the neutral position, engage the parking brake, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Maintenance Motion Control Handle CAUTION Adjustment Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical Adjusting the height: or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or enough support or may malfunction allowing lower for maximum operator comfort.
Maintenance 2. Slide the cover plate backward or forward to 2. Raise the rear of machine up and support with adjust the travel of the lever and tighten the jack stands (or equivalent support) just high screws. enough to allow drive wheels to turn freely. 3.
Maintenance Figure 30 1. Bolt 3. Nut 2. Spring 4. Additional mounting holes Up to five springs can be secured to the seat box with a nut and bolt, see Figure 30. Figure 29 1. Nut 4. Control plate Refer to the Parts Manual for spring and hardware 2.
Maintenance Cleaning 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake. 2. Slide seat all the way forward. Clean Engine and Exhaust 3. Remove accumulated debris from the hydro fan System Area cooling fins and upper surfaces. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Clean Debris From Machine (May be required more...
Maintenance recycling center or according to your state and local regulations. Battery Disposal DANGER Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, which is poisonous and can cause severe burns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or if it touches skin can cause severe burns. •...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Important: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example: starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank. The following table lists some of the common causes of trouble.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine loses power 1. Engine load is excessive 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. Air cleaner is dirty. 2. Clean or replace the air cleaner element. 3. Oil level in the crankcase is low. 3.
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Exmark Service Dealer before obtaining any warranty service. conditions herein, that we will repair, replace or adjust any part on these Contact any Exmark Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. products and found by us (in the exercise of our reasonable discretion) to To locate a dealer convenient to you, access our website at be defective in factory materials or workmanship.
Service Record Date: Description of Work Done: Service Done By:...
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Figure 31 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 15 degrees. Use the slope indicator to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do Not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
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SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS MID-MOUNT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM OPERATOR CONTROLLED DISCHARGE FULL SUSPENSION SEAT ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS) DECK LIFT ASSIST KIT SUN SHADE HITCH KIT TRASH CONTAINER LIGHT KIT...