Summary of Contents for Exmark Ultra Vac Frontrunner
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If additional information is needed, or should you require trained mechanic service, contact your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor. If you need to order replacement parts from your dealer, always give the model number and serial number of your equipment as well as the part number, description and quantity of the part needed.
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♦ Keep others off mower. 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...
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(6) line items or less. If order is received by 3:00 p.m. central time, Exmark ships part(s) direct to dealer or customer, as requested by distributor, same day, overnight UPS Exmark bills the distributor for parts and shipping charges, where applicable.
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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.
MAY result in minor or moderate injury. 1.2 TRAINING 1.2.1 Regard the Exmark Ultra Vac as a piece of power equipment and teach this regard to all who operate this unit. 1.2.2 Before operating your Ultra Vac, carefully read and understand this manual and the operator’s manual for your mower in their entirety.
CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear when in operation. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Exposure to sound levels of 85 dBA or above for extended periods of time can cause hearing loss.
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DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ There are rotating blades in the blower and under the mower deck. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Blade contact can cause serious operator or bystander injury or even death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Do NOT reach into Blower unless Rotation Indicator has Stopped.
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1.4.1 Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction and/or tip-over could occur. The operator is responsible for safe operation on slopes. DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦...
1.5.3 When new components are installed, be sure that current safety signs are affixed to the replaced components. 1.5.4 New safety signs may be obtained from your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor or from Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc. 1.5.5 Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the backing to expose the adhesive surface.
SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBERS: FRUVD – Fits FrontRunner with 52”, 60”, or 72” deck FRCK524 – Completing kit for FrontRunner with 52” deck FRCK604 – Completing kit for FrontRunner with 60” deck FRCK724 – Completing kit for FrontRunner with 72” deck Note: Dual tail wheels are REQUIRED for maximum stability, clearance, and capacity.
blades. Set the throttle to “midway” position. Pull outward on the PTO switch to the “ROTATE” position. Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing. 3.2.2 To disengage the deck drive and blower, set the throttle to “midway” position. Push in on the PTO switch to the “STOP” position to stop the cutting blades and blower.
FIGURE 2 3.3 BAGGER REMOVAL FOR SIDE DISCHARGE: 3.3.1 Shut off the deck drive, stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake. 3.3.2 Remove the discharge tube by releasing the lock pin at the blower. Rotate and pull the tube away from the blower outlet adapter.
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FIGURE 3 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ An uncovered discharge opening will allow objects to be thrown in an operator’s or bystander’s direction. Also, contact with the blade could occur. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...
3.4 BAGGER INSTALLATION FOR BAGGING 3.4.1 Stop engine, remove key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Engage parking brake. 3.4.2 Remove hairpin and chute pivot pin. Remove discharge chute. Pivot pin and hairpin may be stored in the deck pivot holes of the discharge chute during bagging operation.
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3.4.7 Remove the plastic belt cover. Pull the spring loaded idler back and slip the belt over the top spindle deck sheave. 3.4.8 Install the plastic belt cover. The rear of the cover is slotted and can slip behind the plastic knob on the belt shield stud. The plastic knob does not need to be removed.
3.5 TRANSPORTING 3.5.1 Transporting a Unit: Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
3.5.2 Loading a Unit: If the unit is to be driven onto a truck or trailer with the hopper full, always back the unit up the ramp. Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or trucks. One full width ramp is required. If it is not possible to use one full width ramp, use enough individual ramps to simulate a full width continuous ramp.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Before conducting any maintenance, shut off deck drive, stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Engage parking brake. Remove spark plug wire(s) or remove key. FITTING INITIAL NO. of SERVICE LOCATIONS PUMPS PLACES INTERVAL 1.
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4.1.4 Clean muffler and rear frame area: WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Operating engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Severe burns can occur on contact. ♦ Debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch fire. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦...
4.1.6 Flexible Discharge Tube: Inspect the flexible discharge tube for wear or damage. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Under normal use the flexible discharge tube will wear. Objects could exit a worn flexible discharge tube at high speeds. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦...
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FIGURE 9 Moving the LH sensor up works better in wetter conditions. Moving the LH sensor down works better in dryer conditions. 4.2.2 Latches: The latches (Figure 10) can be adjusted. With the door closed, the latch plate should be set so that the latch cams completely engage and contact the latch plates bolted to the door.
5. TIPS AND TROUBLESHOOTING Your Exmark FrontRunner Ultra Vac has been designed to be the most productive bagging system on the market. The following tips have been collected to help you get the most out of your Ultra Vac right from the start.
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