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Exmark METRO 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 Section 442 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.
  • 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 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. They carry ample stock of service parts or can secure them promptly for you from the factory.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PAGE Safety Alert Symbol .......1 Training ..........1 Preparation ........1-2 Operation ........2-3 Maintenance & Storage ......4 Riding Attachments ........4 Safety Signs ........4-6 SPECIFICATIONS Model Numbers ........6 Engine ..........6 Fuel System ........6 Safety Interlock System ......7...

  • 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: Operation

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • • • • Fuel is Highly Flammable. DO NOT smoke while refueling. Refuel only in a well ventilated area, or refuel outdoors. • • • • Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
  • Page 8 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1.4.9 Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the blades. 1.4.10 Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts while the mower is being operated. 1.4.11 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s)and/ or remove key: a) Before checking, cleaning or working on the mower.

  • Page 9: Maintenance & Storage

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1.5 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1.5.1 For engine maintenance, follow the engine manufacturer's recommendations precisely as stated in the engine manual. 1.5.2 If carburetor adjustment is necessary, stand to one side and keep feet and hands clear while making adjustments.
  • Page 10 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PART NO. 323688 LOCATION: Console PART NO. 303508 LOCATION: Right Rear Corner of Deck PART NO. 323550 LOCATION: Upper Handles PART NO. 403005 (Both Sides) LOCATION: Front Corners of Deck PART NO. 303517...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PART NO. 403162 PART NO. 323427 LOCATION: 48” Decks LOCATION: 32” & 36” Decks PART NO. 303293 LOCATION: Top Right Side Fuel Tank PART NO. 403143 LOCATION: Right Rear of Engine Deck PART NO.

  • Page 12: Safety Interlock System

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2.3.3 Fuel Filter: Replaceable in-line 2.3.4 Fuel Shut Off Valve: in-line, 1/4 turn 2.4 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Operator must have the transmission in neutral and blades disengaged to start engine. Release of Operator Presence Control (OPC) levers will cause engine to stop if transmission is not in neutral and/or blade drive is engaged.

  • Page 13: Dimensions

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2.9.6 Cutting Height: Adjusts in 1/4" (.63 cm) or smaller increments by various adjustments of caster spacers, blade spacers and axle height, from 1” to 4 1/4” (2.5 cm - 10.8 cm).
  • Page 14 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Install casters to front of deck using appropriate hardware from the bolt bag (eight 3/8 x 3/4" bolts and eight 3/8" whizlock nuts); tightening the lower four bolts first, then the top four.
  • Page 15 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FIG. 2 UPPER HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 3.8.1 Attach throttle cable to engine. For Kohler, Kawasaki, and B&S 10.5 hp Engines with "positive" detents in throttle cable for both idle and full throttle positions.
  • Page 16 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 FIG 4 KAWASAKI SPEED CONTROL (THROTTLE CABLE HOOK-UP) FIG 5 B&S 10.5 hp SPEED CONTROL (THROTTLE CABLE HOOK-UP) d) Pull cable upward (rearward for B&S) until alignment holes in control plate lever and control plate line up.
  • Page 17 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 For B&S 8.5 hp Engines, a) Position the throttle control lever (on console) 1/8" from the lower end of the slot. Route the throttle cable along the right side of the upper handle, under the fuel tank support, and position the cable on the left side of 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 3.8.5 Install and adjust wheel drive linkages. a) Screw threaded end of drive linkages into swivels in wheel drive idler arms.
  • Page 19 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3/16” TO 1/4” Neutral Lock / Park Brake Latch Drive Linkage FIG. 10 NEUTRAL LOCK LEVER CLEARANCE 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"...

  • Page 20: Operation Instructions

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 3.8.8 Route the long, unattached wiring harness lead up the left hand side of the handle and connect the two leads, in any order, to the operator presence control switch terminals on the inside of the control console.
  • Page 21 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Rotate Forward for Park Brake Position Rotate Back for Neutral Lock Position Latch is in the Park drive position Brake Full Speed Forward Neutral Lock NEUTRAL - Hold in this position FORWARD - Release Drive Lever REVERSE - Squeeze Drive Lever FIG.

  • Page 22: Pre-Start

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 a detent at the "idle" position, continuing rearward past this detent will shut off the engine B&S 8.5 hp Engines: For the B&S 8.5 hp engine the choke control is located on the left side of the engine (from operator's position).

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • • • • If fuel is spilled, DO NOT attempt to start the engine. Move away from the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
  • Page 24 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Close fuel shut-off valve if machine will not be used for a few days; when parking inside a building; or when transporting the unit. 4.3.4 Drive Lever/Neutral Lock/Park Brake Latch Operation: To lock the drive levers in “neutral” squeeze the drive levers back to the neutral position.

  • Page 25: Transporting

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRANSPORTING • • • • If loading with ramps, be sure ramps are properly supported and strong enough to support the unit. • • • • If necessary, use assistance when loading or unloading. Keep feet and...
  • Page 26 Remove jack stands (or equivalent support) and lower deck to ground. FIG. 13 BLADE BOLT INSTALLATION 5.1.4 Check safety interlock system. Service Interval: Daily a) For your safety, your Exmark mower is equipped with Operator Presence Controls, referred to as (OPC). When - 21 - www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 27 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 either the mower blades are engaged, or the transmission shifter lever is not in neutral and the operator removes both hands from the handles, the mower engine must stop. b) To determine if the OPC is in operating condition, clear area of bystanders.
  • Page 28 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 engines). Clean around oil filter and unscrew filter to remove. Before the new filter is installed, apply a thin coating of oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to 3/4 turn.
  • Page 29 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5.1.11 Inspect belt wear. Service Interval: 40 hrs. a) Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s). b) Remove the cutter deck belt shield to check mower primary and secondary blade drive belt condition.
  • Page 30 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 c) Replace 5-speed gearbox grease yearly. Use 18 oz. Of Peerless grease (Part No. 788067). See Section 5.1.10. d) Lubricate pivot points with a spray penetrating lubricant as directed below. SPRAY LUBRICANT CHART NO.

  • Page 31: Adjustments

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5.1.19 An anti-seize compound is used on the blade drive pulley hub, located on the engine PTO shaft (this allows for ease of removal of the pulley). 5.1.20 Dielectric grease is used on all blade type electrical connections to prevent corrosion and loss of contact.
  • Page 32 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Refer to the charts and illustrations on the following pages to properly adjust for desired cutting height. Axle Pivot Bolt Axle Adjustment Holes Pos. A Pos. B Pos. C Place Jack Pos. D Here Pos.
  • Page 33 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTE: The axle positions are in 1/2" increments and the large caster spacers are 1/2" thick. Therefore, by adjusting the same number of 1/2" caster spacers as axle hole positions the blades will retain the same front-to-back tip (rake).
  • Page 34 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 5.2.4 Wheel drive belts and scrapers. a) If wheel traction appears to be slipping, drive lever rods may be touching bottom of neutral lock/park brake latch slot. To adjust, refer to directions in Section 3.8.5.
  • Page 35 For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Secondary belt (48" only). 5.2.6 a) Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s). b) The secondary drive belt is adjusted via the belt tension rod (See Figure 16). The 5/16" nyloc adjustment nut is located at the rear, right corner of engine deck.

  • Page 36: Adjustments

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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. 5.2.12 Blade safety switch. a) Stop engine and remove spark plug wire(s).

  • Page 37: Trouble Shooting

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 6. TROUBLE SHOOTING MOWER PULLING LEFT OR RIGHT. a) Check idler arm pulleys and drive sheaves for mud and/or grass buildup. Check for proper scraper position. See 5.2.4. b) Check to be sure idler arms pivot freely, if not, lubricate idler pivots.

  • Page 38: Belt Routing (Mower Decks)

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 NOTE: After carefully checking the previous 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. For example, starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank, key switch not "ON"...

  • Page 39: Wiring Diagrams

    For Exmark Mower Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 8. WIRING DIAGRAMS - 34 - www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 40: Warranty

    This warranty is limited to one year from the date of original retail purchase (90 days for rental use) for any Exmark mower that is used for commercial or any other income producing purpose. The Blade Spindle assemblies will be warranted for three years, one year parts and labor with an additional two years parts only, form date of original retail purchase against defects in materials or workmanship.

  • Page 41: Warranty

    Any affirmation of fact or promise made by Exmark or any of its representatives to the buyer which relates to the goods that are the subject of this warranty shall not be regarded as...
  • 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...
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