To Order Parts 1. Write your full name and complete address on the 5. Send or bring the order to an authorized Textron order. Golf, Turf & Specialty Products Dealer. 2. Explain where and how to make shipment. 6. Inspect all shipments on receipt. If any parts are damaged or missing, file a claim with the carrier 3.
Suggested Stocking Guide To Keep your Equipment fully operational and productive, Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products suggests you maintain a stock of the more commonly used maintenance items. We have included part numbers for additional support materials and training aids. To order any of the following material: 3.
SAFETY SAFETY OPERATING SAFETY ______________________________________________________ WARNING EQUIPMENT OPERATED IMPROPERLY OR BY UNTRAINED PERSONNEL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls. Inexperienced operator’s should receive instruction from someone familiar with the equipment before being allowed to operate the machine. 1.
SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES ________________________________________________ This safety alert symbol is used to alert you to potential hazards. DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION_________________________________________________ 62281 ......18 in. (457 mm) Greens King 518A Always provide the serial number of the unit when ordering with Honda 4.0 H.P. gasoline replacement parts or requesting service information. engine and 11 blade reel. 62282 ......22 in. (559 mm) Greens King 522A with Honda 4.0 H.P.
DECALS DECALS DECALS _________________________________________________________________ Familiarize yourself with the decals, they are critical to the safe operation of the mower. REPLACE DAMAGED DECALS IMMEDIATELY. Vehicle Mass: CAUTION WARNING Model PGM 19 84.0 kg Model PGM 22 85.0 kg 1. Keep all shields in place. Model 518A 95.3 kg Keep Bystanders Away...
CONTROLS CONTROLS ICONS ___________________________________________________________________ Parking Brake Engaged Disengaged Engine Off O.P.C. Unlock Fuel Gasoline O.P.C. Lock Engine Run Throttle Choke Fast Slow O.P.C. Traction Drive WARNING Never attempt to operate the machine unless you have read the Safety and Operation Manual, the Parts and Maintenance Manual, the engine manual and know how to operate all controls correctly.
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CONTROLS E. Engine Switch – The engine switch enables and disables the ignition system. The engine switch must be in the ON position for the engine to run. Turning the engine switch to the OFF position stops the engine. F. Choke Lever - The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor.
OPERATION OPERATION DAILY INSPECTION ________________________________________________________ 2. Check the fuel supply and crankcase oil level. All CAUTION fluids must be at the full mark. 3. Make sure the mower is adjusted to the required The daily inspection should be performed only when cutting height.
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES_________________________________________________ CAUTION To help prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, leather work shoes or boots, a hard hat, and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. 1. Do not operate mower or attachments with loose, WARNING damaged or missing components.
OPERATION STARTING/STOPPING ENGINE ______________________________________________ 1. Check the fuel supply then open the fuel shut-off valve (G). a. Move the choke lever (F) to the “CLOSE” position. b. Move throttle control (B) to 1/2 throttle. Set start engine switch (E) to “ON”. 2.
OPERATION TRANSPORT WHEELS _____________________________________________________ WARNING Always stop the engine and disengage the drive levers before installing or removing the transport wheels. 1. Push and hold the kickstand against the ground then pull the mower handle back until the mower rests on the stand (L).
OPERATION GRASS CATCHER _________________________________________________________ 1. When the basket is about two thirds (2/3) full of grass DANGER clippings, move the mower off the green. 2. Stop on a flat surface, disengage all drives and stop To prevent serious injury, always stop the engine the engine.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS GENERAL________________________________________________________________ 2. Replace, adjust, worn damaged WARNING components. 3. Long hair, jewelry or loose fitting clothing may get Before you adjust, clean, or repair this equipment, tangled in moving parts. always disengage all drives, engage parking brake and stop engine to prevent serious injury. CAUTION Whenever performing...
ADJUSTMENTS BEDKNIFE ADJUSTER _____________________________________________________ 1. Adjuster (A) is used to increase or decrease the spring load on the bedknife. Adjuster (B) is used to move the bedknife to the reel or away from the reel. 2. Once the spring is totally collapsed as a result of many adjustments, the bedknife cannot be moved.
ADJUSTMENTS BRAKE __________________________________________________________________ A properly adjusted brake requires 10 lbs. pull at top of brake lever to engage and must have 1.50” (38 mm) center to center when released. 1. Minor adjustments are made at the handle. Loosen nut (H), turn nut (J) to adjust the brake cable, then tighten nut (H).
ADJUSTMENTS BELT ADJUSTMENT _______________________________________________________ CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to the belt, do not twist, fold, bend or overtighten the belt. 1. Belt (A) is tensioned by a spring loaded idler pulley (F). No adjustment is necessary. 2. To adjust belt (B) or (C), loosely assemble 5/16-18 x 3-1/4”...
ADJUSTMENTS 6.10 HANDLE _________________________________________________________________ 1. To adjust the angle of the handle bar (Y), loosen screw (W) on both sides of the mower and adjust the handle bar to the desired position. 2. After adjusting handle bar, adjust bracket (X) so that the handle bar just rests on the bottom of the slot in bracket.
ADJUSTMENTS 6.11 TORQUE SPECIFICATION___________________________________________________ CAUTION All torque values included in these charts are approximate and are for reference only. Use of these torque values is at your sole risk. Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products is not responsible for any loss, claim, or damage arising from the use of these charts.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE GENERAL________________________________________________________________ Keep all fluids at their proper levels. WARNING Keep shields in place and all hardware securely fastened. Before you adjust, clean, or repair this equipment, always disengage all drives, engage parking brake Keep tires properly inflated. and stop engine to prevent serious injury. Long hair, jewelry or loose fitting clothing may get tangled in moving parts.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL ______________________________________________________________ Check the engine oil at the start of each day, before starting the engine. If the oil level is low, remove oil filler cap and add oil as required. Perform initial oil change after the first 20 hours of operation. Change oil every 100 hours thereafter.
MAINTENANCE BACKLAPPING AND GRINDING _____________________________________________ Check for damage to the bedknife and reel blades. a. Apply lapping compound with a long handle Refer to (Section 6.2). brush along the entire length of the reel, (180 grit is recommended, Section 2.6). 1.
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MAINTENANCE 4. Keep the machine and all its accessories clean, dry 9. Start and operate the engine at 1/2 throttle. Allow and protected from the elements during storage. enough time for the engine to become properly Never store equipment near an open flame or spark warmed and lubricated.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL________________________________________________________________ The troubleshooting chart below lists basic problems that may occur during start-up and operation. For more detailed information, contact your area Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products Dealer. Symptoms Possible Causes Action Engine will not start. Choke in wrong position See Engine Manual Empty fuel tank or dirty fuel Drain and refill fuel tank with fresh, clean fuel...
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION CHARTS MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION CHARTS GENERAL ________________________________________________________________ The mower was designed for minimum lubrication. Over 3. For smooth operation of pivot points and other greasing will produce high loads on the bearings and friction points, apply several drops of SAE 30 oil engine;...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. All 1.1 Major Components Grass Catchers, Reels, Cross Bars, Bedknives and Kickstand Rear Backing Cross Bar Front Crossbar Bedknife Reel Kickstand Bedknife Grass Reel Part Kickstand Rear Front Product Description Catcher Part No. Crossbar...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. 62281 All 2.1 Handle Cover Serial No. 62282 All Serial No. 62284 All Serial No. 62285 All Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 2811093 Top Cover 3008165 • Decal, Jacobsen 3002753 • Decal, Parking Brake 3002755 •...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. 62281 All 3.1 Handle Serial No. 62282 All Serial No. 62284 All Serial No. 62285 All 31/32 34 / 35...
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GREENS KING 500A SERIES Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 1001273 Handle 518 Units only 1001266 Handle 522 Units only 1001275 Handle 526 Units only 1001250 Handle Loop 3002047 Bracket 434029 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1” Socket Head 366708 Flange Bearing...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. All 5.1 Engine Base DANGER CAUTION To avoid serious bodily injury stop engine ALLOW ENGINE and disengage reels before working on TO COOL FOR 2 mower or emptying baskets. MINUTES BEFORE REFUELING CAUTION 1. Read operators manual before operating machine.
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GREENS KING 500A SERIES Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 503532 Engine, 4 HP Honda 320774 • 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 362764 Decal, Caution 3001790 Decal, Caution 2811096 Decal, Greens King 518A Used on 62281 Only 2811097 Decal, Greens King 522A...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. All 8.1 Lower Unit Vehicle Mass: WARNING Model PGM 19 84.0 kg Model PGM 22 85.0 kg Keep Bystanders Away Model 518A 95.3 kg Model 522TA 100.7 kg Model 522A 101.2 kg Model 526A 123.4 kg...
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GREENS KING 500A SERIES Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes Bedknife Backing See 1.1 Bedknife See 1.1 Rear Crossbar See 1.1 Kickstand See 1.1 Front Crossbar See 1.1 3001600 Bedknife Block 366727 446142 Lockwasher, 3/8 Heavy 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 400258 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4”...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. All 10.1 Belt Cover TRACTION CLUTCH CONTROL To prevent damage to traction drive system, do not engage traction clutch while engine is Disengage Engage running. REEL CLUTCH CONTROL DISENGAGE ENGAGE J-T-3001792...
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GREENS KING 500A SERIES Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 503638 Belt Cover 2811092 • Decal, Warning 3001792 • Decal, Reel Clutch 3000660 Traction Clutch Lever 443102 Nut, 1/4-20 Hex 446130 Lockwasher, 1/4 Heavy 220317 Shifter Housing 400112 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4” Hex Head 400106 Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8”...
GREENS KING 500A SERIES Serial No. All 11.1 Weight Bars and Roller Brackets Cover Shown with Cover Removed...
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GREENS KING 500A SERIES Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 3009185 Grass Shield (518A) Used on 62281 Only 3008674 Grass Shield (522A) Used on 62282 and 62283 Only 3009186 Grass Shield (526A) Used on 62284 and 62285 Only 3000053...
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