Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series Operator's Manual

Exmark Turf Tracer S-Series Operator's Manual

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TURF TRACER
®
S-SERIES
For Serial Nos.
312,000,000 & Higher
Part No. 4500-955 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 TURF TRACER ® S-SERIES For Serial Nos. 312,000,000 & Higher Part No. 4500-955 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.
  • 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 Tracking Adjustment ........36 Hydro Pump Spring Tension Setting ....36 PTO Safety Switch .........37 Introduction ............3 Cleaning ............37 Safety ..............5 Clean Engine and Exhaust System Safety Alert Symbol ......... 5 Area ............37 Safe Operating Practices ........5 Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Safety and Instructional Decals ......10 Cooling Fins..........37 Specifications ............14...
  • 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.
  • 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 Failure to use original Exmark parts could cause serious injury or death. Replace all parts including, but not limited to, tires, belts, and blades with original Exmark...
  • 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 1-413327 48 inch and 52 inch Decks Only 103-1798 1-413421 1-553049 103-1976 Electric Start 98-5954...
  • Page 12 Safety 103-1977 Manual Start 103–2242 103–2076 103–2243 103-2103 103-4935...
  • Page 13 Safety 109-3148 116-0404 117–2718...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    Fuel System high efficiency Parker/Ross wheel drive motors. • Capacity: 5.0 gal. (18.9 L) • Hydraulic Oil: Use Exmark Premium Hydro Oil. • Type of Fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline, 87 • Hydraulic Oil Capacity: 2.4 qt. (2.2 L) octane or higher; containing no more than 10% methanol or ethanol.
  • Page 15: Dimensions

    Specifications Dimensions Tires & Wheels Drive Front Caster Overall Width: Pneumatic Semi- (Air-Filled) Pneumatic 36 inch 48 inch 52 inch Deck Deck Deck Quantity Deflector 36.1 inches 48.1 inches 53.0 inches Turf Master Smooth Tread (91.7 cm) (122.2 cm) (134.6 cm) Size 16 x 6.50–8 9 x 3.50-4...
  • Page 16: Torque Requirements

    Product Overview Torque Requirements Product Overview Bolt Location Torque Cutter Housing Spindle 140-145 ft-lb (190-197 N-m) Blade Mounting Bolt 55-60 ft-lb (75-81 N-m) (lubricate with anti-seize) 30-35 ft-lb (41-47 N-m) Engine Deck/Mower Deck Support Mount Bolts Anti-Scalp Roller Nyloc 30-35 ft-lb (41-47 N-m) Nut See Figure 9 Anti-Scalp Roller Whizlock 30-35 ft-lb (41-47 N-m)
  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation Operation as shown in Figure 4, and the drive levers are released, the drive wheels are engaged in the forward direction. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the Squeezing the left hand and/or right hand lever machine from the normal operating position. causes the left hand and/or right hand drive wheel respectively to slow down, stop, or reverse, depending on how far each drive lever is “squeezed”.
  • Page 18: Park Brake Lever

    Operation Park Brake Lever transportation to and from the job sites, and when the machine will not be used for a few days. Located on the left side of the unit above the hydraulic tank. Rotate valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut fuel off. Rotate valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise to turn fuel The brake lever engages the park brake on the drive wheels.
  • Page 19: Pre-Start

    Operation Pre-Start B. Start engine. Refer to the following guidelines for further starting suggestions. Fill fuel tank on level ground. For best results use • To engage pump drive (disengage cold start only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline with kit): an octane rating of 87 or higher.
  • Page 20: Driving The Machine

    Operation PTO Engagement 6. Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions. DANGER 7. Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15 seconds, then turn the ignition switch to the The rotating blades under the mower deck are “OFF”...
  • Page 21 Operation Driving in Reverse To move rearward in a straight line, squeeze drive levers into the reverse position. To turn left or right, squeeze the right hand drive lever to turn left and the left hand drive lever to turn right. To make a “zero turn”, squeeze either the left hand or the right hand drive lever back into the reverse position while the opposite drive lever is in a forward...
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Operation Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers It is recommended to change the anti-scalp roller position when the height of cut has changed. 1. Stop the machine and move the drive levers to the neutral lock position. 2. Disengage the PTO. 3. Engage the park brake. 4.
  • Page 23: Transporting

    Operation Figure 9 1. Spring disc washer 3. 3/8 nyloc-torque to 30-35 (cone towards nut ) ft-lb (41-47 N-m) 2. Front right anti-scalp 4. 3/8-16 whizlock nut bracket shown torque to 30-35 ft-lb (41-47 N-m) Transporting Transporting a Unit WARNING Loading the mower onto a trailer without strong enough or properly supported ramps could be dangerous.
  • Page 24: 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 25: Periodic Maintenance

    “FULL” cables are disconnected and the battery charger mark on the dipstick. Exmark 4-Cycle Premium used for charging the battery has an output of Engine Oil is recommended; refer to the Engine 16 volts and 7 amps or less to avoid damaging Owner's manual for an acceptable alternative.
  • Page 26 Maintenance Recommended Jump WARNING Starting Procedure (Electric Batteries contain acid and produce explosive gases. Start Units Only) • Shield the eyes and face from the batteries Service Interval: As required at all times. 1. Check the weak battery for terminal corrosion •...
  • Page 27: Check Mower Blades

    Always install the original Exmark blades, blade bushings, and blade bolts as shown.
  • Page 28: Check Safety Interlock System

    Maintenance Replacing the Discharge Deflector Service Interval: As required DANGER An uncovered discharge opening could allow the lawn mower to throw objects in the operator’s or bystander’s direction and result in serious injury. Also, contact with the blade could occur. Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a mulch plate, discharge deflector, or grass collection system.
  • Page 29: Check For Loose Hardware

    1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and to remove. Before the new filter is installed, remove key. Engage parking brake. apply a thin coating of Exmark 4–Cycle Premium 2. Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware Engine Oil on the surface of the rubber seal.
  • Page 30: Check Tire Pressures

    2. Lubricate fittings with NGLI grade #2 remove cap. Oil level should be to the top of the multi-purpose gun grease. baffle inside the tank. If not, add oil. Use Exmark Refer to the following chart for fitting locations Premium Hydro Oil. Replace hydraulic reservoir and lubrication schedule.
  • Page 31: Check Spark Plugs

    Mobil 1 15W50) jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support. Note: Use only Exmark Part No. 109-4180 for Summer use above 32°F (0°C) or P/N 1-523541 for 7. If either drive wheel does not rotate, one or both Winter use below 32°F (0°C) (Refer to Transmission...
  • Page 32: Replace Emissions Air Intake Filter

    Maintenance The critical area for purging air from the hydraulic 4. Thoroughly clean the area around each of the system is between the oil reservoir and each charge pump housings. charge pump located on the top of each variable 5. To “prime” charge pump, loosen two hex socket displacement pump (Figure 14).
  • Page 33: Inspect Pto Clutching Belt Tension

    Maintenance Inspect PTO Clutching Belt • Sheave retaining bolt in end of engine crankshaft. Tension • Fuel tank bulkhead fitting threads Adhesives such as “Loctite RC/609 or RC/680” or Service Interval: After the first 2 hours “Fel-Pro Pro-Lock Retaining I or Retaining II” are Check every 2 hours used on the following: for the first 8 hours of...
  • Page 34: Adjustments

    Maintenance Adjustments Adjust the threaded yoke at the bottom of the speed control linkage (see Figure 16) until the Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for tabs are positioned correctly. all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and remove key before servicing, cleaning, or making any adjustments to the unit.
  • Page 35: Adjust Hydro Control Linkages

    Maintenance to be held down and the park brake must be disengaged whenever speed control levers are moved out of the neutral position. Note: The neutral lock latches should be “unlocked” and in the forward position. 2. Loosen the front nut on left hydro control linkage as shown in Figure 17.
  • Page 36: Tracking Adjustment

    Maintenance clockwise about 1/4 turn at a time, stopping stands, and carefully lower machine to the to move the speed control forward and back ground. to neutral. Recheck the drive wheel rotation to see if further adjustment is necessary. Tracking Adjustment 4.
  • Page 37: Pto Safety Switch

    Maintenance PTO Safety Switch Cleaning Mounted to a tab on the inside left side of the fuel Clean Engine and Exhaust tank support. System Area 1. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Engage parking brake. Remove ignition key or Service Interval: Before each use or daily spark plug wire(s).
  • Page 38: Clean Debris From Machine

    Maintenance Clean Debris From Machine If a battery is being replaced or if the unit containing the battery is no longer operating and is being Service Interval: Before each use or daily scrapped, take the battery to a local certified recycling center.
  • Page 39: 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 40 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine overheats 1. Engine load is excessive 1. Reduce the ground speed. 2. Oil level in the crankcase is low. 2. Add oil to the crankcase. 3. Cooling fins and air passages for the 3.
  • Page 41: Schematics

    Schematics Schematics Electrical Diagram TRANSMISSION SWITCH N.O. MANUAL START PARK BRAKE BLADE SWITCH N.O. SWITCH N.O. SAFETY INTERLOCK MODULE BLUE ORANGE YELLOW GREEN OPC SWITCH N.O. BLACK BLACK BROWN CONNECTORS ARE VIEWED FROM WIRE END KEY SWITCH N.C. = NORMALLY CLOSED GROUND ENGINE KILL N.O.
  • Page 42: Electric Start

    Schematics Electrical Diagram ELECTRIC START GROUND ENGINE KILL RELAY IGNITION SWITCH OPERATOR BRAKE SWITCH PRESENCE SWITCH TERMINAL CONNECTIONS TERMINAL A ENGINE KILL TERMINAL B BATTERY 1 2 5 4 3 5 2 3 4 6 1 TERMINAL I PTO/NEUTRAL SAFETY CIRCUIT TERMINAL S START TERMINAL X...
  • Page 43 Schematics Hydraulic Diagram...
  • Page 44 No Claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any Exmark mower. All warranty work must be performed by an authorized Exmark Service Dealer using Exmark approved replacement All implied warranties of merchantability (that the parts.
  • Page 45: Service Record

    Service Record Date: Description of Work Done: Service Done By:...
  • Page 47 Figure 21 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.
  • Page 48 SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS MID-MOUNT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM OPERATOR CONTROLLED DISCHARGE FULL SUSPENSION SEAT ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS) DECK LIFT ASSIST KIT SUN SHADE HITCH KIT TRASH CONTAINER LIGHT KIT...

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