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Exmark Lawn Tractor Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 For Serial Nos. 540,000 & Higher Part No. 103-9170...
  • 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. Exmark, or its distributors and dealers, accept no responsibility for variations which may be evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication.
  • Page 3 3. Exmark being unable to ship the part and the Exmark parts order is received by 3:00 p.m., central time, Exmark pays for the part and freight. 4. If the part does not arrive overnight due to the shipper (UPS), the shipper pays for the freight and Exmark pays for the part.
  • Page 4 If additional information is needed, or should you require trained mechanic service, contact your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor. All Exmark equipment dealers and distributors are kept informed of the latest methods of servicing and are equipped to provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at their service stations.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1. SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol ... 1 Training ... 1 Preparation... 1-3 Operation ... 4-7 Maintenance & Storage ... 7-8 Safety Signs ... 8-10 2. SPECIFICATIONS Model Numbers ... 11 Engine ... 11 Fuel System ... 11 Electrical System ... 11 Operator Controls...

  • Page 6: Safety Alert Symbol

    MAY result in minor or moderate injury. 1.2 TRAINING 1.2.1 Regard the Exmark mower as a piece of power equipment and teach this regard to all who operate this unit. 1.2.2 Read the instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
  • Page 7 1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects which may damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders. POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison.
  • Page 8 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ A static charge can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...

  • Page 9: Operation

    1.4 OPERATION Although hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the design and configuration of the equipment, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating condition prior to use for mowing.
  • Page 10 POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...
  • Page 11 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...

  • Page 12: Maintenance & Storage

    1.4.17 Do Not mow with the discharge deflector raised, removed or altered unless there is a grass collection system or mulch kit in place and working properly. 1.4.18 Be aware of the mower discharge and direct discharge away from others. 1.4.19 Do Not operate mower under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

  • Page 13: Safety Signs

    When new components are installed, be sure that current safety signs are affixed to the replaced components. 1.6.4 New safety signs may be obtained from your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor or from Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc. 1.6.5 Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the backing to expose the adhesive surface.
  • Page 14 PART NO. 103-3997 LOCATION: RH Side of Console PART NO. 1-403005 LOCATION: Left and Right Corners of Mower Deck PART NO. 103-6319 LOCATION: Bottom Side of Floor Pan PART NO. 1-303508 LOCATION: RH Side on Top Rear PART NO. 1-633313 LOCATION: RH Side on Top PART NO.
  • Page 15 PART NO. 103-0262 LOCATION: Center Front of PART NO. 1-633922 LOCATION: Front Center on Top of Mower Deck PART NO. 103-0368 LOCATION: Rubber Heat Shield Flap behind Seat PART NO. 103-7491 LOCATION: LH Side on Top Front of Mower Deck PART NO.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER: LZ23KC524AS; LZ25KC604AS 2.2 ENGINE: 2.2.1 Engine Specifications: See your Engine Owner’s Manual 2.2.2 RPM: Full Speed: 3750 RPM (No Load) 2.3 FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.1 Capacity: 11 gal. (42 L.) 2.3.2 Type of Fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline, 87 octane or higher 2.3.3 Fuel Filter: In-line 15 Micron Kohler P/N 2405002.

  • Page 17: Hydrostatic Ground Drive System

    • Custom ride suspension system to enhance Standard Seat. • Deluxe suspension seat with high back, low profile foam-in-place cushion (dampened, adjustable spring suspension) and armrests. 2.6.2 Mounting: Hinged to tilt up for access to hydraulic pumps, battery and other components.

  • Page 18: Dimensions

    2.10 DIMENSIONS 2.10.1 Overall Width: w/52” Deck w/60” Deck 2.10.2 Overall Length: Roll Bar - Up Roll Bar - Down 2.10.3 Overall Height: 2.10.4 Tread Width: (center to center of tires, widthwise) Drive wheels Caster wheels 2.10.5 Wheel Base: (center of caster tire to center of drive tire) 2.10.6 Curb Weight: 2.11 TORQUE REQUIREMENTS Bolt Location...
  • Page 19 POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Raising the rear of the unit for assembly relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.

  • Page 20: Service Battery

    3.2.5 Install the upper u-shaped section of the roll bar. (Reference Figure 3 for alignment and installation instructions below): a) Locate the latch pin assemblies (pin and hairpin connected with a lanyard). b) Install a 1/2-13 x 3 1/4 capscrew in the washer on the lanyard of each pin assembly.
  • Page 21 POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Battery gasses can explode causing serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery. ♦ Ventilate when charging or using battery in an enclosed space.

  • Page 22: Install Drive Wheels

    3.4 INSTALL DRIVE WHEELS 3.4.1 Mount drive wheels with the valve stem to the outside of the unit. Secure using four (4) 1/2-20 wheel nuts (installed on studs in hubs) for each wheel. Torque to 95 ft-lbs (128 N M). 3.5 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE.

  • Page 23: Position Discharge Chute

    3.8 POSITION DISCHARGE CHUTE. 3.8.1 Loosen two (2) 5/16” nyloc nuts attaching discharge chute. Lower the discharge chute into position. Retighten nyloc nuts until chute is snug but can pivot freely. 3.9 SERVICE ENGINE. Engine is shipped with oil; check oil level and if necessary and fill to the appropriate level with oil as specified in Engine Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 24 To turn right while moving forward, move the right lever back toward neutral to slow the right drive wheel. To make a zero turn to the left, pull the left lever back beyond neutral while holding the right lever slightly ahead of neutral. To make a zero turn to the right, pull the right lever back beyond neutral while holding the left lever slightly ahead of neutral.

  • Page 25: Pre-Start

    4.1.8 Ignition Switch: Located on the lower center of console. The ignition switch is used to start and stop the engine. The switch has three positions “OFF”, “ON” and “START”. Insert key into switch and rotate clockwise to the “ON” position. Rotate clockwise to the next position to engage the starter (key must be held against spring pressure in this position).
  • Page 26 4.3.3 Starting Engine: Brake must be engaged, motion control levers out (neutral lock position) and PTO switch “OFF” to start engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.) On a cold engine, place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions and pull choke control out into the “ON”...

  • Page 27: Transporting

    4.3.6 Stopping Engine: Bring unit to a full stop. Disengage the PTO, move motion control levers out to the neutral lock position and set parking brake. Before stopping the engine, place the throttle control midway between the “slow” and “fast” positions. Allow the engine to run a minimum of 15 seconds; then stop the engine.

  • Page 28: Maintenance & Adjustments

    4.4.2 Loading a Unit: Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or trucks. One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual ramps for each side of the unit. The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward.
  • Page 29 If the oil level is low, wipe off the area around the oil fill cap, remove cap and fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Use oil as specified in Engine Owner’s Manual. DO NOT overfill. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate the engine with the oil level below the “LOW”...
  • Page 30 Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Clean all debris from rotating engine air intake screen and from around engine shrouding. Clean all debris from inside of pump drive belt compartment. Inspect rubber engine baffles for proper fit. Replace if necessary. 5.1.4 Clean grass build-up under deck.
  • Page 31 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Always re-install original Exmark blades, blade bushings, spring disc washers, and blade bolts in the correct positions as shown.
  • Page 32 NOTE: If machine does not pass any of these tests, do not operate. Contact your authorized EXMARK SERVICE DEALER. IMPORTANT: It is essential that operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to use for mowing.
  • Page 33 Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to specified capacity and replace cap. Use oil recommended in engine owner’s manual. DO NOT overfill. Start the engine and check for leaks. 5.1.12 Check hydraulic oil level: Service Interval: 40 hr. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
  • Page 34 Pry out seals, and inspect bearings for wear or damage and replace if necessary. Pack the bearings with NGLI grade #1 multi-purpose grease. Insert (1) bearing, (1) new seal into the wheel. NOTE: Seals (Exmark PN 103-0063) must be replaced. LUBRICATION CHART INITIAL NO. of...
  • Page 35 If the axle assembly has had both spacer nuts removed (or broken loose), apply a thread locking adhesive to (1) spacer nut and thread onto the axle with the wrench flats facing outward. Do not thread spacer nut all of the way onto the end of the axle.
  • Page 36 Change hydraulic system filter: Service Interval: After First 250 hrs. NOTE: Use only Exmark Part No. 1-513211 for summer use above 32° F (0°C) or Part No. 1-523541 for winter use below 32° F (0°C). Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.

  • Page 37: Adjustments

    Torque the slotted nut to 125 ft. lbs (169 N-M). Then tighten nut until the next set of slots line up with the cross hole in shaft. Replace cotter pin. NOTE: Do not use antisieze on wheel hub. 5.1.26 Fuel Tank – mounting hardware specification. When installing the nuts on the fuel tank studs, fully tighten the nyloc nut and back off 1/2 turn.
  • Page 38 Insert height adjustment pin into hole corresponding to desired cutting height and install hairpin cotter. See decal on the side of deck lift plate. Move lever out of transport (or 4.5” (11.4 cm) cutting height) position and down onto height adjustment pin to mow at selected height. To transport, move lever back up to transport (or 4.5”...
  • Page 39 On left side, adjust front swivel using the locking nut behind the swivel until the front chain is tight and all slack is removed from linkage. Do not lift front of deck off 3/4” (19 mm) block. Secure front swivel using locking nut in front of swivel.
  • Page 40 MULE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT 5.2.5 Deck Belt Tension. The deck belt is tensioned by a self-tensioning idler, no adjustment is necessary. 5.2.6 Adjust Seat Switch If necessary, adjust the seat actuator rod length to where the machine will shut off when the operator raises off the seat (with brake disengaged or PTO engaged) but will continue to run with operator in seat (a slight shift in weight should not shut machine off).
  • Page 41 b) Measure the length of the spring. Measurement should be 2.75” (7.0 cm) between washers (see Figure 14). c) If adjustment is necessary, tighten the nut directly below the yoke and loosen the bottom nut (bottom one of the two tightened together) below the spring.
  • Page 42 Check where lever is relative to notch in console (should be centered allowing lever to pivot outward to the neutral lock position). If adjustment is needed, loosen the nut against the yoke and while applying slight rearward pressure on the motion control lever, turn the head of the adjustment bolt in the appropriate direction until lever is centered (keeping rearward pressure on the lever will keep the pin at the end of the slot and allow the adjustment bolt to move the lever to the appropriate position).
  • Page 43 This adjustment must be made with the drive wheels turning. First raise the frame and block up so that drive wheels can rotate freely. Remove the electrical connection from the seat safety switch, located directly to the left of the seat switch assembly beside the hydraulic oil reservoir. Temporarily install a jumper wire across the terminals in the connector of the wiring harness.

  • Page 44: Waste Disposal

    5.2.14 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 washers are reinstalled as shown in Figure 18.
  • Page 45 NOTE: After carefully checking the above steps, attempt to start the engine. If it does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer. IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use.

  • Page 46: Trouble Shooting

    ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE IMPROPER PROBLEM FUEL FUEL Will not start Hard starting Stops suddenly Lacks power Operates erratically Knocks or pings Skips or misfires Backfires Overheats High fuel consumption FAULTY DIRT IN DIRTY AIR ENGINE SPARK FUEL LINE FILTER OVERLOADED PLUG - 41 - BLOCKED...

  • Page 47: Electrical Diagrams

    8. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM - 42 -...

  • Page 48: Hydraulic Diagram

    9. HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM - 43 -...

  • Page 49: Warranty

    Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant on the terms and conditions herein, that we will repair, replace or adjust any part manufactured by Exmark and found by us (in the exercise of our reasonable discretion) to be defective in factory materials or workmanship for a period of two years.

  • Page 50: Service Record

    SERVICE RECORD Date Description of Work Done Service Done By - 45 -...
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  • Page 52 SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS) ULTRA VAC COLLECTION SYSTEM ULTRA VAC QUICK DISPOSAL SYSTEM © 2004 EXMARK MFG. CO. INC. INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 BEATRICE, NE 68310 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED LINE OF ACCESSORIES...

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