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Exmark Metro HP MHP3614KA Operator's Manual

Exmark Metro HP MHP3614KA Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2 Keep away from eyes and skin. Never siphon by mouth. 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 UPS, Exmark bills the distributor for parts and shipping charges, where applicable. The customer pays for the part and freight if it is shipped under the Exmark Parts Plus and if it arrives in accordance to the program.
  • 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 ...PAGE 1.1 Safety Alert Symbol... 1 1.2 Training ... 1 1.3 Preparation... 1-3 1.4 Operation ... 3-4 1.5 Maintenance & Storage ... 4-5 1.6 Riding Attachments ... 5 1.7 Safety Signs ... 5-8 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Model Number... 8 2.2 Engine ...

  • Page 6: Safety

    RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN. 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 WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Carbon monoxide can kill you and is also known to the State of California to cause birth defects. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not run engine indoors or in a small confined area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

  • Page 8: Operation

    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 Purchase and store gasoline only in an approved container.

  • Page 9: Operation

    1.4.5 Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass; and when transporting the mower to and from the area to be mowed. 1.4.6 Never operate the mower with defective guards, shields, or covers. Always have safety shields, guards, switches, and other devices in place and in proper working condition.

  • Page 10: Riding Attachments

    1.5.11 All replacement parts must be the same as or equivalent to the parts supplied as original equipment. 1.6 RIDING ATTACHMENTS 1.6.1 Use only Exmark riding attachments. The use of other than Exmark riding attachments may create a hazardous condition resulting in injury. 1.7 SAFETY SIGNS 1.7.1 Keep all safety signs legible.
  • Page 11 14 HP Kawasaki,Briggs & Stratton, & 15HP Kohler – All Serial Nos. (Serial Nos. 150,000-189,999: 17 HP Kawasaki PART NO. 323688 LOCATION: Console Serial Nos. 190,000 & Higher 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki PART NO. 323699 LOCATION: Console PART NO. 303508 LOCATION: Front of Mower 17HP Kawasaki &...
  • Page 12 PART NO. 403143 LOCATION: RH Side of Rear Surface of Engine Deck PART NO. 553049 LOCATION: Front of Mower Deck Top Surface PART NO. 323540 LOCATION: Front of Mower Deck Top Surface PART NO. 303518 LOCATION: Transmission Shifter Plate PART NO. 303517 LOCATION: LH Side of Rear Surface of Mower Deck 16 HP Briggs &...

  • Page 13: Specifications 2.1 Model Number

    Center Belt Shield (36”) 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER: Serial Nos. 150,000 – 189,999: MHP4816BV; MHP5216BV Serial Nos. 150,000 – 219,999: MHP3614KA; MHP4814KA Serial Nos. 150,000 & Higher: MHP3615KC; MHP4815KC Serial Nos. 160,000 & Higher: MHP4817KA; MHP5217KA Serial Nos. 190,000 & Higher: MHP4815KA Serial Nos.

  • Page 14: Wheel Drive System

    2.7 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM: Banded double A-Section V-Belts, single top side idlers and replaceable bolt- on drive sheaves and brake drums. 2.8 TIRES Size16 x 6.50-8 ...9 x 3.50-4 Quantity... 2...2 Tread... Turf Saver/Turf Master ... Smooth Ply Rating... 4...4 Pressure...

  • Page 15: Torque Requirements

    2.11 TORQUE REQUIREMENTS BOLT LOCATION Blade Mounting Bolt ... 75-80 ft-lbs. Cutter Housing Spindle Nut ... 75-80 ft-lbs. Anti-Scalp Roller Bolts... 40-45 ft-lbs. Mower Deck Support/Engine Deck Mount ... 30-35 ft-lbs. Engine Mounting Bolts Briggs & Stratton & 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki ... 15-20 ft-lbs. Kohler &...
  • Page 16 Position the throttle control lever (on console) in the full throttle (but not choke) position. You will feel a detent when the throttle lever is approximately 3/4” from the upper end of the slot (this is full throttle position). Loosen clamp on engine control plate (See Figures 2, 3 & 4). Attach inner wire of the throttle cable to the control plate lever and position cable clamp, do not tighten clamp.
  • Page 17 Pull cable upward (pull the cable to the right when facing the control plate on 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki units) until alignment holes in control plate lever and control plate line up. For Kawasaki 15/64” (6mm) drill bit can be inserted through these two holes to align them.
  • Page 18 BLADE ENGAGEMENT LINKAGE 3.10 Install and adjust shifter lever. Remove the 3/8” nyloc nut and spring disc washer from the stud on top of the transmission. Install the shifter lever through slot in shifter lever plate and onto the stud on top of transmission. Be sure the square-hole washer remains between the lever and transmission.
  • Page 19 THIS CLEARANCE SHOULD BE EQUAL 3.11 Install and adjust wheel drive linkages. Screw threaded end of drive linkages into swivels in wheel drive idler arms. Insert clevis pin from bolt bag through drive linkage, lever and slot in the neutral lock/park brake latches (See Figure 9). Make proper adjustments before adding hairpins.

  • Page 20: Controls

    Drive Lever DRIVE LEVER HARDWARE LOCATION Adjust brakes by adjusting wingnut on upper end of each brake rod so that when brakes are engaged there is approximately 1/4” of clearance between ends of drive levers and handle grips (See Figure 10) Note: Adjustment should allow the brakes to be engaged, yet allow the neutral lock/park brake latches to be moved into the park brake position, if not the brake linkages must be adjusted again.
  • Page 21 The sharpness of the turn varies by how much the lever is squeezed. If both levers are squeezed all the way back, both brakes will engage and the machine will stop. For straight ahead motion, smoothly release both drive levers to engage both drive wheels simultaneously.

  • Page 22: Pre-Start

    4.1.7 “Off-Run” Switch (B&S and 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki only): Located on the console (Serial No.s 190,000 and higher) or front, left corner of the fuel tank support (Serial No.s 150,000-189,999). Turn key to the “Run” position to allow the engine to be started.
  • Page 23 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 Purchase and store gasoline only in an approved container.
  • Page 24 POTENTIAL HAZARD Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless deadly poison. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Carbon monoxide can kill you and is also known to the State of California to cause birth defects. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not run engine indoors or in a small confined area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
  • Page 25 POTENTIAL HAZARD If the nuetral lock latches are not completely engaged the drive levers could unexpectedly slip into the forward drive position. WHAT CAN HAPPEN If the drive levers slip into the drive position, the unit could lurch forward and cause injury or property damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Be sure the pins protruding through the slots of each neutral lock latch are completely engaged in the rear slot of each...

  • Page 26: Transporting

    4.3.9 Changing Gears When changing gears, always squeeze drive levers and/or engage neutral lock latches or park brakes. The shift lever may be moved with a knee or by hand. NOTE: Reverse gear is reverse assist only, the operator must pull the unit backwards.
  • Page 27 POTENTIAL HAZARD The engine can become very hot. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Touching a hot engine can cause severe burns. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Allow the engine to cool completely before service or making repairs around the engine area. 5.1.1 Check engine oil level. Service Interval: See Engine Owner's Manual Make sure engine is stopped and on a level surface.
  • Page 28 Check safety interlock system. Service Interval: Daily For your safety, your Exmark mower is equipped with Operator Presence Controls (OPC). When either the mower blades are engaged, or the transmission shift lever is not in neutral and both hands are removed from the handles, the mower engine MUST stop.
  • Page 29 5.1.6 Check Brake and Wheel Drive Linkage Adjustment Service Interval: Daily Refer to Section 3.11. Note any bent linkage or hardware which may need servicing or replacing. 5.1.7 Service pre-cleaner element and air cleaner. Service Interval: See Engine Owner's Manual 5.1.8 Change engine oil.
  • Page 30 5.1.10 Check tire pressures. Service Interval: 40 hrs. Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s). Check air pressure in tires; recommended tire pressure is: rear, 12 to 16 psi; pneumatic casters, 22 psi. Inflate tires to pressures stated above. Measure circumference of each drive tire.
  • Page 31 No. 5 (Clutch Arm Pivot) Located Under Engine Deck No. 7 (Trans. Coupler) Located Below Fuel Tank Support No. 4 & 7 (Idler Arm Pivots) Disassemble and grease once a Month under a “No Load” condition Lubricate pivot points with a spray penetrating lubricant as directed below.

  • Page 32: Adjustments

    Lower Sheave retaining bolt on clutch arm. Adhesives such as “Loctite RC/609 or RC/680”or“Fel-Pro Pro-Lock Retaining I or Retaining II” are used on the following: a) OPC lever hubs and cross-shaft NOTE: Care must be used not to bond the bearing, next to each OPC hub, to the cross shaft which could cause binding of the OPC levers and erratic operation.
  • Page 33 clearance to ground. Do Not adjust rollers to support the deck. Be sure roller bolts and nuts are installed with the spring disc washer between head of bolt and mounting bracket. Torque to 40-45 ft-lbs., or loss of roller may result. When operating in extremely rough conditions it may be necessary to position the anti-scalp rollers one or two holes higher than described in "b"...
  • Page 34 b) Be sure mud and grass scraper, on each side, is adjusted properly and centered in the pulley grooves. The pointed part of the scraper should be centered and as deep in the pulley groove as possible without rubbing at any point.

  • Page 35: Adjust Throttle Lever Tension

    IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use. NOTE: After carefully checking the above steps, attempt to start the engine. If it does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer. - 30 -...

  • Page 36: Engine Troubleshooting

    ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING 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. Do not attempt to service or replace major items or any items that call for special timing or adjustment procedures (such as valves, governor, etc.).

  • Page 37: Wiring Diagram

    7. WIRING DIAGRAM - 32 -...
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  • Page 39: 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.
  • Page 40 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 41: Service Record

    SERVICE RECORD Date Description of Work Done Service Done By - 36 -...
  • Page 42 NOTES - 37 -...
  • Page 43 ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE (TREE, BUILDING, FENCE POST, POLE ETC.) - 38 -...
  • Page 44 SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF PRODUCTS FOR TURF CARE MICRO-MULCH ©1997,1998, 1999 EXMARK MFG. CO. INC. INDUSTRIAL PARK BOX 808 BEATRICE, NE 68310 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ™ LAZER Z ™ LAZER Z ® TURF RANGER ® TURF TRACER ® TURF TRACER VIKING HYDRO ™...

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