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Exmark Metro HP Operator's Manual

Exmark Metro HP Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 2 Public Resource Code. To acquire a spark arrester for your unit, see your Engine Service Dealer. 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 3. Exmark being unable to ship the part and the Exmark parts order is received by 3:00 p.m., central time, Exmark pays for the part and freight. 4. If the part does not arrive overnight due to the shipper (UPS), the shipper pays for the freight and Exmark pays for the part.
  • 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

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 ....................5-7 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Model Number ....................8...

  • 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 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1.3.3 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects which may damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders.

  • Page 8: Operation

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 DANGER 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.

  • Page 9: Maintenance & Storage

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Serial Nos. 190,000 & Higher 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki PART NO. 103-0168 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki LOCATION: Console PART NO. 1-323691 LOCATION: RH Side of Console PART NO. 1-303508 LOCATION: Front of Mower Deck, Top Surface 17HP Kawasaki &...
  • Page 12 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PART NO. 1-553049 LOCATION: Front of Mower Deck Top Surface 16 HP Briggs & Stratton PART NO. 1-543631 LOCATION: RH Side Console PART NO. 1-323550 LOCATION:Upper Handle PART NO. 1-513746 LOCATION: On Engine Blower PART NO.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 – 259,999: MHP3615KC; MHP4815KC Serial Nos. 160,000 – 259,999: MHP5217KA Serial Nos.

  • Page 14: Dimensions

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2.9.2 Discharge: Right Side 2.9.3 Blade Size: Model 36 in....18.00 in. (45.7 cm) ....Qty. 2 Model 48 in....16.25 in. (41.3 cm) ....Qty. 3 Model 52 in....18.00 in. (45.7 cm) ....Qty. 3 2.9.4...
  • Page 15 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 holes underneath fuel tank. Install the fuel tank on top of the fuel tank support with the studs going through the slots in the support. Install two 5/16-18 x 3/4” screws with a 5/16” SAE flatwasher and 5/16” lockwasher into the threaded holes in the right side of the fuel tank.
  • Page 16 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FIG 3 14 HP KAWASAKI SPEED CONTROL (THROTTLE CABLE HOOK-UP) Choke Link Control Plate Lever Control Alignment Holes Clamp Control Cable Choke Adjusting Screw FIG 4 15 & 17 HP KAWASAKI SPEED CONTROL...
  • Page 17 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki engines: There is not a “STOP” position. The engine will continue to run when the throttle control is moved past the rear detent. Turn the ignition switch to the “off” position to stop the engine.
  • Page 18 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FIG. 7 THIS CLEARANCE SHOULD BE EQUAL FIG. 6 SHIFTER LEVER TO TRANSMISSION FIG. 8 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.

  • Page 19: Controls

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Note: Neutral lock/park brake latch clearance should be checked when there is a slight upward force placed on the drive levers to remove any “slack” in the linkage. After clevis pin has been inserted, install hairpin into hole on the clevis pin between the neutral lock/park brake latch and drive lever (See Figure 11).
  • Page 20 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4.1.2 Drive Levers: Located on each side of the upper handle assembly directly below the handle grips. These levers individually control the clutching action of the wheel drive belts and brakes. When the drive levers are all of the way down, the wheel drive belts engage and the brakes disengage.

  • Page 21: Pre-Start

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4.1.6 Throttle Control: Located on the control console’s right side. The throttle is used to control engine speed. Moving the throttle control forward will increase engine speed and moving it to the rear will decrease engine speed. All Kohler and 14 HP Kawasaki units are equipped with throttle kill as a standard feature.
  • Page 22 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 DANGER 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.
  • Page 23 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For Kohler and Kawasaki engines: On a cold engine, place the throttle in the full forward “Choke” position. For a 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki engine turn key to “Run” position. Pull recoil rope to start engine.

  • Page 24: Transporting

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For straight ahead motion, smoothly release both drive levers to engage drive wheels. Squeeze the right hand drive lever to turn right and the left hand drive lever to turn left (See Section 4.1.2).

  • Page 25: Maintenance & Adjustments

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5. MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 5.1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE For B & S and 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki units WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine.
  • Page 26 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Raising the mower deck for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may misfunction allowing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.
  • Page 27 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 28 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Drain oil while engine is warm from operation. Remove the oil drain plug from the right hand side of the engine. Allow oil to drain, then replace drain plug. Replace the oil filter as per Engine Owner's Manual. Clean around oil filter and unscrew filter to remove.
  • Page 29 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Inspect wheel drive belt conditions Check all idler arms to be sure they pivot freely. Disassemble, clean and grease pivot bushings if necessary. 5.1.12 Inspect Blade Clutching Belt Tension. Service Interval: Check every 2 hrs. for first 8 hrs.
  • Page 30 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 d) Lubricate drive wheel hubs once a year. First remove wheel, then remove hub cap. Lubricate the grease fitting on each wheel hub with an SAE No. 2 multipurpose gun grease, until grease appears through outer bearing.

  • Page 31: Adjustments

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5.2 ADJUSTMENTS 5.2.1 Cutting height and anti-scalp roller adjustment. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ When the two front support rod hairpins are removed from the mower deck, the weight of the tractor section...
  • Page 32 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FIG. 15 BLADE ENGAGEMENT LINKAGE 5.2.3 Blade Safety Switch: Mounted to a tab on the inside lefthand side of the fuel tank support. Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s). With blades disengaged and the bellcrank touching the rear of the slot in the engine deck, adjust the blade safety switch (if needed) until the bellcrank arm is 5/16”...

  • Page 33: Waste Disposal

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Turn setscrew out (counterclockwise) to decrease force on lever required to shift gears. Factory setting is to turn setscrew all the way in then back out 1-1/2 turns. IMPORTANT: Screwing setscrew in too far will prevent the transmission from shifting.

  • Page 34: Mower Cuts Unevenly

    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. ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes.
  • Page 35 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE FAULTY BLOCKED INCORRECT DIRTY IMPROPER DIRT IN DIRTY AIR ENGINE PROBLEM SPARK FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL LINE FILTER OVERLOADED PLUG FILTER LEVEL SCREEN Will not start Hard starting Stops suddenly...

  • Page 36: Wiring Diagram

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 8. WIRING DIAGRAM - 31 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 37 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 - 32 - www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 38: Warranty

    Exmark; (vi) repair or replacement arising as a result of any operation from turf equipment that has been altered or modified so as to, in the determination of Exmark or Exmark Warranty Company, adversely affect the operation, performance or durability of the equipment or that has altered, modified or affected the turf equipment so as to change the intended use of the product;...
  • Page 39 REGARDING THE MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE), NOT SPECIFIED HEREIN, RESPECTING THE EQUIPMENT WHICH IS THE SUBJECT OF THIS WARRANTY. This warranty applies to all Exmark turf equipment sold in the United States and Canada and intended to be used for commercial purposes. - 34 -...
  • Page 40 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES - 35 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 41 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTES - 36 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 42 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE RECORD Date Description of Work Done Service Done By - 37 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 43 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VERTICAL SURFACE (TREE, BUILDING, FENCE POST, POLE ETC.) - 38 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 44 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF PRODUCTS FOR TURF CARE ® ® LAZER Z LAZER Z ® ® TURF RANGER TURF TRACER ® TURF TRACER VIKING HYDRO ® ® METRO METRO ™ ULTRA VAC GRASS CATCHER ™...

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