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- Page 1 VANTAGE™ 48/52 INCH MODELS For Serial Nos. 920,000 & Higher Part No. 4500-759 Rev. A...
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Introduction
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. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Motion Control Neutral Adjustment ....41 Motion Control Tracking Adjustment .... 42 Check the Neutral Switch Alignment Introduction ............3 ..............42 Safety ..............5 Adjust RH Motion Control Handle Safety Alert Symbol ......... 5 Position............. 43 Safe Operating Practices ........5 Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load Safety and Instructional Decals ..... -
Page 5: Safety
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. - Page 6 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.
- Page 7 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.
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Page 8: Maintenance And Storage
Safety • Keep engine and engine area free from DANGER accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can or oil, and other debris which can accumulate cause sliding and loss of control. Loss of control in these areas. - Page 9 Removing standard original equipment parts and accessories may alter the warranty, traction, and safety of the machine. Failure to use original Exmark parts could cause serious injury or death. Making unauthorized changes to the engine, fuel or venting system, may violate EPA and CARB regulations.
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Page 10: Safety And Instructional Decals
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. - Page 11 Safety 116-3267 116-0404 116-3283 116-2040 116-3290 116-1887 1. Fast 3. Neutral 4. Reverse 2. Slow...
- Page 12 Safety 116-4181 116-4647 116-5040 1. Forward position – faster 2. Backward position – slower 116-4648 All Units Except EFI 1. PTO-on 4. Slow 2. PTO-off 5. Choke-on 3. Fast 6. Choke-off...
- Page 13 Safety 116-5026 EFI Only 1. PTO-on 3. Fast 2. PTO-off 4. Slow...
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Page 14: Specifications
Kawasaki: 15 amps high efficiency Parker/Ross wheel drive motors. Kohler EFI: 20 amps • Hydraulic Oil: Use Exmark Premium Hydro Oil. • Battery Type: BCI Group U1 • Hydraulic Oil Capacity: 2.4 qt. (2.2 L) • Battery Voltage: 12 Volt •... -
Page 15: Dimensions
Specifications – 0-4.0 mph (6 km/hr) reverse. Adjusts from 1 inch (2.5 cm) to 5 inches (12.7 cm) in 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) increments • Drive wheels release valves allow machine to be moved when engine is not running. • Mulching Kit: Optional •... -
Page 16: Torque Requirements
Product Overview Torque Requirements Product Overview Bolt Location Torque Cutter Housing Spindle 130-160 ft-lb (176-217 N-m) Blade Mounting Bolt 50-60 ft-lb (68-81 N-m) (lubricate with anti-seize) 30-35 ft-lb (41-47 N-m) Engine Deck/Mower Deck Support Mount Bolts Engine Mounting Bolts Kawasaki 17-23 ft-lb (23-31 N-m) Kohler 27-33 ft-lb (37-45 N-m) -
Page 17: Operation
Operation Operation the “ON” position and moving the choke lever to the rear, to the detent, will put the choke in the “OFF” position. Do Not run a warm engine with choke in Note: Determine the left and right sides of the the “ON”... -
Page 18: Hour Meter
Operation Hour Meter The brake lever engages a parking brake on the drive wheels. Located on the LH side of the front control console Note: The LCD indicator appears in the message in the message display (see Figure 5 and Figure 7). display on the front console when the park brake is The hour meter records the number of hours that engaged (see Figure 5 and Figure 7). -
Page 19: Pre-Start
Operation Electronic Control Unit Malfunction The fuel gauge monitors the amount of fuel in the tank. Indicator Kohler EFI Units Only: Drive Wheel Release Valves The electronic control unit (ECU) continuously Located on the right front corner of the hydrostatic monitors operation of the EFI system. -
Page 20: Stopping The Engine
Operation 3. Push in (down) on the PTO switch to the 3. Move the right side motion control lever to the “disengage” position. center, operate position. 4. Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” 4. Continue holding the right side motion control and “FAST”... -
Page 21: Driving The Machine
Operation Driving the Machine CAUTION Machine can spin very rapidly by positioning one lever too much ahead of the other. Operator may lose control of the machine, which may cause damage to the machine or injury. • Use caution when making turns. •... -
Page 22: Operating The Platform
Operation Figure 11 Figure 10 1. Front of the machine 4. Forward position — faster 2. Control tower 5. Backward position — To turn left or right, release pressure on the slower motion control lever toward the desired turn 3. Unlock 6. - Page 23 Operation WARNING The operator platform is heavy and may cause injury when lowering and raising the operator platform. The platform may suddenly drop if not supported when the latch pin is pulled out. • Do Not put your hands or fingers in the platform pivot area when lowering or raising the operator platform.
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Page 24: Transporting
Operation Adjusting the Cutting Height The cutting height of the mower deck is adjusted from 1 to 5 inches (2.5 cm to 12.7 cm) in 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) increments. 1. Stop the machine and move the motion control levers to the neutral position. 2. - Page 25 Operation WARNING Loading a unit on a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip-over. Backward tip-over could cause serious injury or death. • Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp. • Use only a single, full width ramp; Do Not use individual ramps for each side of the unit.
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Page 26: Maintenance
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. -
Page 27: Periodic Maintenance
“FULL” reading of the battery in the table and charge the mark on the dipstick. Exmark 4-Cycle Premium battery for the recommended time interval to bring Engine Oil is recommended; refer to the Engine the charge up to a full charge of 12.6 volts or greater. -
Page 28: Recommended Jump Starting Procedure
Maintenance Voltage Percent Maximum Charging CAUTION Reading Charge Charger Interval Connecting the jumper cables incorrectly Settings (wrong polarity) can immediately damage 2 Hours 12.0–12.2 25–50% 14.4 volts/4 the EFI system. amps Be certain of battery terminal polarity and 11.7–12.0 0–25% 3 Hours 14.4 volts/4 jumper cable polarity when hooking up... -
Page 29: Check Mower Blades
Maintenance 4. Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery. 5. Connect the black negative (–) cable to the other terminal (negative) of the booster battery. 6. MAKE THE FINAL CONNECTION ON THE ENGINE BLOCK OF THE STALLED VEHICLE (NOT TO THE NEGATIVE POST) AWAY FROM THE BATTERY. -
Page 30: Check Safety Interlock System
Always install the original Exmark blades, Figure 18 blade bushings, and blade bolts as shown. 1. Install bushing in blade prior to installing bushing in spindle. -
Page 31: Check For Loose Hardware
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and the holes in the engine deck. Before the new remove key. Engage parking brake. filter is installed, apply a thin coating of Exmark 4–Cycle Premium Engine Oil on the surface of 2. Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware the rubber seal. -
Page 32: Check Tire Pressures
Refer to the following chart for fitting locations remove cap. Oil level should be to the top of the and lubrication schedule. baffle inside the tank. If not, add oil. Use Exmark Lubrication Chart Premium Hydro Oil. Replace hydraulic reservoir cap and tighten until snug. -
Page 33: Check Spark Plugs
A fuel filter is installed in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine. Replace when necessary. 7. Insert one bearing, one new seal into the wheel. Note: Seals (Exmark P/N 103-0063) must be For Kohler EFI Units: replaced. -
Page 34: Hydraulic System Air Purge
The mechanical or using Mobil 1 15W50) hydraulic jacks may not be enough support Note: Use only Exmark Part No. 109–4180 for or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall, Summer use above 32°F (0°C) or P/N 1-523541 for which could cause injury. -
Page 35: Wheel Hub Nut Torque Specification
Maintenance pump. If wheels rotate slowly, the system may prime after additional running. Check oil level as stated in Check the Hydraulic Oil Level section. 7. Allow unit to run several minutes after the charge pumps are “primed” with drive system in the full speed position. -
Page 36: Thread Locking Adhesives
Maintenance Thread Locking Adhesives Adjustments Thread locking adhesives such as “Loctite 242” Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for or “Fel-Pro, Pro-Lock Nut Type” are used on the all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and following fasteners: remove key before servicing, cleaning, or making any adjustments to the unit. -
Page 37: Adjusting The Cutting Deck Rake
Maintenance 4. Check and adjust the side to side blade level if you have not checked the setting; refer to Deck Leveling. 5. Carefully rotate the blades front to rear (Figure 24). Measure from the tip of the front blade to the level surface and the tip of the rear blade to the level surface on all blades. -
Page 38: Adjusting The Rear Of The Deck
Maintenance Figure 27 1. Adjustment screw Figure 26 7. Turn the adjustment screw until the blade tips 1. Rear lift points 2. Engine deck brackets match 3 inches (7.6 cm). Pump Drive Belt Tension 7. To raise the front of the mowing deck, tighten the front locking nuts by the same amount on both Self-tensioning - No adjustment necessary. - Page 39 Maintenance Checking the Tire Pressure in Drive System b. Loosen the jam nut. Maintenance. c. Rotate the yoke. To tighten the brake, 4. Disengage the park brake. rotate the yoke up. To loosen the brake, rotate the yoke down. 5. Push down on the brake bar until it touches the tires.
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Page 40: Electric Clutch Adjustment
Maintenance 4. Verify that 12V is present at the clutch connector when the PTO switch is engaged. 5. Measure the gap between the rotor and armature. If the gap is greater than .04 inch (1 mm), proceed with the following steps: A. -
Page 41: Motion Control Neutral Adjustment
Maintenance 1. With the engine off, turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. 2. Locate the LCD indicator in the message display. G011733 Figure 34 1. Feeler gauge Figure 36 1. Neutral LCD indicator 3. With the motion control levers in the neutral position (see Figure 4) (with no force on the lever either forward or back), the neutral LCD indicator should appear. -
Page 42: Motion Control Tracking Adjustment
Maintenance Motion Control Tracking Adjustment If the machine travels or pulls to one side when the motion control levers are in the full forward position, adjust the tracking. 1. Push both control levers forward the same distance. 2. Check if the machine pulls to one side. If it does, stop the machine and set the parking brake. -
Page 43: Adjust Rh Motion Control Handle Position
Maintenance 6. Check the alignment on the LH and RH neutral B. If the indicator does not stay lit while moving switches upper and lower surfaces (reference the deck up and down, contact an Authorized Figure 39). If they are not in alignment, loosen the Service Dealer. -
Page 44: Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load Adjustment
Maintenance Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load Adjustment Remove dust cap from caster and tighten nyloc nut until washers are flat and back off 1/4 of a turn to properly set the pre-load on the bearings. If disassembled, make sure the spring disc washers are reinstalled as shown in Figure 43. -
Page 45: Cleaning
Maintenance Cleaning belt shields, around the fuel tank, around engine and exhaust area. Clean Engine and Exhaust Clean Grass Build-Up Under System Area Deck Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Before each use or daily (May be required more 1. - Page 46 Maintenance Federal law states that batteries should not be placed in the garbage. Management and disposal practices must be within relevant federal, state, or local laws. If a battery is being replaced or if the unit containing the battery is no longer operating and is being scrapped, take the battery to a local certified recycling center.
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Page 47: Troubleshooting
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. - Page 48 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.
- Page 49 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Clutch will not engage. 1. Fuse is blown. 1. Replace fuse. Check coil resistance, battery charge, charging system, and wiring connections and replace if necessary. 2. Low voltage supply at the clutch. 2. Check coil resistance, battery charge, charging system, and wiring connections and replace if necessary.
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Page 50: Schematics
Schematics Schematics Electrical Diagram–All Units Except Kohler EFI... - Page 51 Schematics Electrical Diagram–Kohler EFI...
- Page 52 Schematics Electrical Schematic–All Units Except Kohler EFI...
- Page 53 Schematics Electrical Schematic–Kohler EFI...
- Page 54 Schematics Hydraulic Diagram...
- Page 55 Commercial Warranty Conditions Exmark Customer Service Department This warranty applies to Exmark Lazer Z X-Series, Lazer Z S-Series, and The Exmark Warranty Company Vantage turf equipment sold in the U.S. or Canada for a period of three 2101 Ashland Avenue years for commercial usage.
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Page 57: Service Record
Service Record Date: Description of Work Done: Service Done By:... - Page 59 Figure 44 This page may be copied for personal use. 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 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 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
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My mower has the ECS handles on it, does it require any different steps when changing the hydraulic oil and filter?
The provided context does not mention ECS handles or indicate that different steps are required for changing the hydraulic oil and filter based on handle type. Therefore, based on the available information, no different steps are specified.
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My mower has gotten slower in reverse, what can I do to fix this
To fix a slow reverse issue on an Exmark Vantage mower, follow these steps:
1. Check the bypass valve – Make sure it is closed tightly. A loose valve can cause drive issues.
2. Inspect the drive or pump belts – Look for worn, loose, or broken belts and replace them if needed.
3. Check if belts are off a pulley – Reinstall the belt if it has slipped off and ensure pulleys are in correct working position.
4. Adjust tracking – Turn the left-hand adjustment rod in 1/4 turn increments in the direction needed until the mower tracks correctly.
These steps can help restore proper reverse speed and function.
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Where is the bypass valve on my vantage
The exact location of the bypass valve on the Exmark Vantage is not specified in the provided information. The context only states that the mower is equipped with bypass valves and advises consulting the operator's manual for specific instructions on opening them.
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