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Exmark M217B Operator's Manual

Exmark M217B Operator's Manual

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METRO 21
Operator's Manual
3321–185
Part NO. 850553

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  • Page 1 METRO 21 Operator’s Manual 3321–185 Part NO. 850553...
  • Page 2 (CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 25249.6) 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 variations which may be evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication.
  • Page 3 Exmark Mfg. will assume no responsibility for Saturday delivery shipments. To qualify, all Exmark Parts Plus orders must be received by Exmark by 3:00 p.m., central time. Orders must be six (6) line items or less. Exclusions from the Exmark Parts Plus Program are: Any wholegood or accessory in its entirety, engines and engine replacement parts, 5–speed Peerless transmissions...
  • Page 4 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. They carry ample stock of service parts or can secure them for you from the factory.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    You are also responsible for training persons who you allow to use the product about safe operation. The Exmark warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.

  • Page 6: Safe Operating Practices

    DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful. DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed. WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.

  • Page 7: While Operating

    Check mower for damage and make all repairs before using mower again. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer. 12. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before adjusting the height-of-cut.

  • Page 8: Maintenance And Storage

    Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or if assistance is desired, contact your local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer. Before mower is cleaned, inspected, serviced, or adjusted, stop engine and disconnect wire from spark plug.

  • Page 9: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost. ON MOWER HOUSING (Part No. 213239) Hand-push model only ON BELT COVER (Part No.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    Assembly Install Handle Mount handle to outside of mower housing, using bottom hole, with (2) 5/16–18 x 1–1/4” lg. capscrews, washers, and thin nylon insert locknuts (Fig. 2). Secure handle latches to handle with (2) 5/16–18 x 1–1/2” lg. capscrews, washers and nylon insert locknuts (Fig.

  • Page 11: Operation

    The Exmark Manufacturing Company strongly recommends the use of fresh, clean, UNLEADED regular grade gasoline with an octane rating of 85 or higher in Exmark gasoline powered products. Unleaded gasoline burns cleaner, extends engine life, and promotes good starting by reducing the build-up of combustion chamber deposits.

  • Page 12: Starting And Stopping

    grass must be cut, use highest height-of-cut setting for first mowing. Then recut the grass at a more normal setting. If too long of grass is cut, mower may plug and cause engine to stall. SHARP BLADE—Begin each cutting season with a sharp blade.

  • Page 13: Adjusting Height-Of-Cut

    Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury or death to operator or bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Check the grass bag frequently. If it is damaged, install a new, genuine Exmark replacement bag. POTENTIAL HAZARD Thrown objects may result if discharge door does not close completely.

  • Page 14: Mulching Tips

    setting. Assure pin on adjusting lever engages notch in mower housing wear plate. Adjust all wheels to the same setting. POTENTIAL HAZARD Adjusting height-of-cut levers could bring hands into contact with moving blade. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact with blade could cause serious personal injury.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Cutting Leaves When cutting is complete, always be sure that 50% of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. This may require one or more passes over the leaves. For light leaf coverage, position all wheels at the same height-of-cut setting. If there are more than five inches of leaves on lawn, set the front wheels one or two notches higher than the rear wheels.

  • Page 16: Draining Gasoline

    IMPORTANT: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not sand blast, scrape, or clean electrodes because engine damage could result from grit entering cylinder. Set air gap at 0.020” (0.50 mm) (Fig. 17). Install correctly gapped spark plug and gasket seal. Tighten plug firmly to 14 ft–lb (19 N m).

  • Page 17: Inspecting, Removing, Sharpening Blade

    CHECK ADJUSTMENT—Slowly pull mower backward while control bar is gradually moved toward handle. Adjustment is correct when rear wheels stop turning and control bar is about one inch from handle (Fig. 21). Inspecting, Removing, Sharpening Blade Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades like a dull blade.

  • Page 18: Lubrication

    Lubrication After every 25 operating hours or when season ends, pivot arms must be lubricated. Move rear wheel height–of–cut levers to center setting. Wipe grease fittings with clean rag (Fig. 25). Install grease gun onto fitting and gently apply 2 or 3 pumps of #2 Multi–Purpose Lithium Base Grease.

  • Page 19: Cleaning Mower

    Check alignment of all parts and tighten screws, alternating from side to side for a uniform fit, until wheel halves are drawn together. Install two capscrews and locknuts, previously removed, in remaining holes in wheel halves and tighten. Remove two long screws or bolts and replace with two capscrews and locknuts.

  • Page 20: Fuel Filter

    Fuel can be left in gas tank only if a fuel stabilizer is added to gasoline and run through engine before storing. Exmark does not recommend stabilizers with an alcohol base, such as ethanol, methanol or isopropyl. Use fuel additive in recommended quantities as specified on container.
  • Page 21 Cover mower to keep it clean and protected. Accessories For special conditions, the following accessories may be purchased at your local Authorized Exmark Service Dealer. Side Discharge Kit, Part No. 211004—Install in seconds. Rear mounted in place of the grass bag.

  • Page 22: Warranty

    Exmark’s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements, and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any Exmark mower. Proof of purchase may be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by an authorized Exmark service dealer.
  • Page 23 The sole liability of Exmark with respect to this warranty shall be repair and replacement as set forth herein. Exmark shall have no liability for any other cost, loss or damage, including but not limited to, any incidental or consequential loss or damage. In particular, Exmark shall have no liability or responsibility for: (i) expenses relating to gasoline, oil or lubricants;...
  • Page 24 Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) In the interest of the environment, B&S engines that meet strict emis- sion requirements are labeled, “This engine conforms to 1995 - 1998 California emission regulations for ULGE engines and U.S.
  • Page 25 9. A bent or broken crankshaft, caused by striking a solid object with the cutter blade of a rotary lawn mower, or excessive v-belt tightness. 10. Routine tune-up or adjustment of the engine.
  • Page 26 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties “Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair or replace, free of charge, any part, or parts of the engine that are defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this Warranty must be borne by purchaser.
  • Page 27 Figures 1. Model and serial number decal 1. Bag support rod 3. Handle 2. Cap locknut 4. Handle latch 1. Rope guide m–3849 m–3850 1. Plastic clips 2. Gas tank 3. Self-tapping screw m–210 2. Starter rope 4. Tank bracket 5.
  • Page 28 Figures 1. Fuel line clamp 3. Fuel line 2. Elbow fitting 1. Discharge door handle 2. Plug tilted clockwise 2045 1. Spring clip 1. Oil fill tube 2. Dipstick m–262 m–275 m–3845 3. ADD mark 4. FULL mark...
  • Page 29 1. Control bar 3. Fingertip starter 2. Throttle 1. Primer 2. Spark plug wire 1992 1. Ground speed control m–3662 1. Bag frame on retaining post 2. Pin engaged in catch Figures m–3849 m–261 3. Handle fully forward — discharge door closed...
  • Page 30 Figures 1. Pin locked in bag notch m–260 English 1. Height-of-cut adjuster Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î 1. Knob 2. Cover m–3664 3. Foam pre–cleaner 4. Paper cartridge...
  • Page 31 1. Oil fill tube 2. Oil filter 1. Cable clamp screw 3. Throttle cable 2. Governor control lever 4. Casing 1. Control knob m–3848 m–3638 Figures m–1992...
  • Page 32 Figures 1. Blade 3. Lockwasher 2. Bolt 4. Accelerator 1. Sail 3. Wear 2. Flat part of blade 4. Slot formed 1. Sharpen at this angle only m–3854 1. Grease fitting...
  • Page 33 1. Grease fitting 3. Cubierta de la correa 2. Belt cover / ”- / ” 1. Handle 3. Cable bracket 2. Brake lever 1. Handle 2. Brake lever 3. 3/16”-1/4” 1. Plastic cover (rear wheels only) 2. Locknuts 3. Wheel spacer 4.
  • Page 34 Figures 1. Right rear wheel 1. Hose clamp 3. Filter 2. Fuel line 1. Side discharge chute 1093 m–3844 2047...
  • Page 35 SERVICE RECORD Date Description Work Done Service Done By...
  • Page 36 TURF TRACER HP VIKING HYDRO METRO METRO HP SELF STEERING SULKY GRASS CATCHER MICRO MULCHING ACCESSORY EXMARK MFG. CO. INC PART NO. 850553 INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 (402) 223–6300 BEATRICE NE. 68310 FAX (402)223–6384 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED PRINTED IN U. S. A.

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