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Figure 9
1. Rod
2. Spring
3. Discharge deflector
3. Hook the bent end of the rod around the front
discharge deflector bracket to retain it from
sliding out. Place the leg of the spring with the
loop in the notch in the discharge deflector to
hold the discharge deflector in the down position
(see Figure 9).
Important: The discharge deflector must be
spring loaded in the down position. Lift the
deflector up to test that it snaps to the full
down position.
Check Safety Interlock
System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. For your safety, your Exmark mower is equipped
with Operator Presence Controls, referred to as
(OPC). When either the PTO is engaged, or the
transmission shifter lever is not in neutral and the
operator removes both hands from the handles,
the mower engine must stop.
2. To determine if the OPC is in operating condition,
clear area of bystanders. Run the engine at
one-third throttle, then with the drive levers and
neutral lock latches in the "park brake" position,
4. Mower deck
5. Discharge deflector
bracket
6. Assembled view
shift the transmission into gear and release the
OPC levers–the engine must stop.
3. Again, run the engine at on-third throttle, move
the transmission shifter lever to neutral, engage
the PTO and release the OPC levers–the engine
must stop.
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.
Check for Loose Hardware
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware
or any other possible problem. Tighten hardware
or correct the problem before operating.
Service Pre-Cleaner Element
and Air Cleaner
Service Interval: Every 25 hours—Service
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key or spark plug wire(s). Engage parking
brake.
2. See the Engine Owner's Manual for cleaning
instructions.
Change Engine Oil
Service Interval: After the first 5 hours
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
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Maintenance
the air cleaner. (May
need more often under
severe conditions. See
the Engine manual for
additional information.)
Every 100 hours (May
need more often under
severe conditions.)
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