Encore DART ED34FS600V, DART ED34FS600VCA Operator's Manual

OPERATORS MANUAL ED34FS600V
ED34FS600VCA

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CONTENTS

QUICK REFERENCE SHEET .............................................................................................................. 5

GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 6

BEFORE OPERATING ......................................................................................................................... 8

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................. 8

STARTING ENGINE ............................................................................................................................. 8

STOPPING ENGINE ............................................................................................................................. 8

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM .......................................................................................................... 9

CORRECT TRANSMISSION OPERATION ......................................................................................... 9

MOWING SPEED ................................................................................................................................. 9

SERVICE LOCATOR CHART ............................................................................................................ 10

MAINTENANCE INFO ........................................................................................................................ 11

OIL AND FILTER ................................................................................................................................ 11

TIRE PRESSURE ............................................................................................................................... 11

LUBRICATION ................................................................................................................................... 11

BATTERY ........................................................................................................................................... 11

BELT ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................................................... 12

BYPASS VALVE ................................................................................................................................ 12

DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................................................... 12

DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................... 13

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................... 13

MOWER BLADES .............................................................................................................................. 13

WIRING SCHEMATIC ........................................................................................................................ 14

CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT ......................... 15

ENCORE WARRANTY ....................................................................................................................... 17

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QUICK REFERENCE SHEET

Engine
Kawasaki Electric FS600V-S00

Blades
423029 14” Blade
423014 14” Low Lift Blade
423173 14” Mulch Blade
423210 14” Super Hi-Lift Blade
603035 20” Blade
603055 20” Blade
603056 20” Super Hi-Lift Blade

Belts
353111 Blade Drive Belt
353112 Pump Drive Belt

Tires
353231 Wheel/Tire Asm
353239 Drive Tire 18-7.50x10
353240 Rim W/Valvestem
363311 Front Caster Complete
363260 Front Tire & Tube 4.10-3.50-4

Spindles
583106 Spindle Asm Complete
583111 Housing
363350 Bearing
583112 Shaft
583113 Bearing Spacer Tube

Transmission
353228 RH 3100 Transaxle (Hydro-Gear Model #ZJ-GMEE-3LLB-1MLX)
353229 LH 3100 Transaxle (Hydro-Gear Model #ZJ-KMEE-3LLC-1MLX)
423361 Filter – 20W50 Motor Oil – Total System Capacity Approx 1.75 QT (1.66L)

Throttle 593043
Choke 593044
Muffler 353193
Wire Harness 353132
Pigtail Harness 353180
Clutch 423285

Electrical Components
423027 Ignition Switch
422150 Starter Relay
583423 Time Delay Module
583351 Relay
523034 Park Brake Switch
593041 Neutral Switch
523031 PTO Switch
353048 Seat Switch Only
5000016a Seat Switch w/Mount
523283 Hour Meter

Pulleys
603070 RH Spindle Pulley
423262 LH Spindle Pulley
533114 Tensioner Pulley-Blade
Drive Belt
823351 Pump Tensioner Pulley
353101 Pump Drive Pulley

Front Caster Bearings
423200 Bearing
423201 Bearing Retainer

Seat
353244 Seat
353245 Pad, Arm Rest

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GENERAL INFORMATION

This manual covers the following equipment
models: ED34FS600V
ED34FS600VCA

To the new owner

The purpose of this manual is to assist
owners and operators in maintaining and
operating the Encore Rider mower and deck.
Please read it carefully; information and
instructions furnished can help you achieve
years of dependable service. A separate

Engine Owner’s Manual is included with your
owner’s packet which contains additional

engine information that will not be repeated in
this annual. You are urged to read it before
attempting any operation or repair of the
engine. The Engine Owner’s Manual covers

the engine manufacturer’s warranty.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make certain
that the operator reads and understands this
manual and all decals before operating this

machine. It is also the owner’s responsibility to

make certain that the operator is a qualified
and physically able individual, properly trained
in the operation of this equipment. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

Using this manual

General operation, adjustment and
maintenance guidance is outlined for both the
experienced and novice Encore user.
Operating conditions vary considerably and
cannot be addressed individually. Through
experience, however, operators should find no
difficulty in developing good operating skills
suitable to most conditions. Directions used in
this manual, for example RIGHT or LEFT, refer
to directions when seated on the mower facing
forward unless otherwise stated.
Photographs and illustrations used were
current at the time of printing, but subsequent
production changes may cause your machine
to vary slightly in detail. Encore Mfg a division
of Worldlawn Power Equipment, Inc. reserves
the right to redesign and change the machine
as deemed necessary, without notification.

Warranty Registration
The Delivery and Warranty Registration form
must be completed and signed to validate your
warranty protection. As the new equipment
owner, you are expected to see that the form is
completed and forwarded to Encore Mfg a
division of Worldlawn Power Equipment Inc. at
time of delivery.

IMPORTANT: Any unauthorized modification,
alteration, or use of non-approved attachments
voids the warranty and releases Encore Mfg a
division of Worldlawn Power Equipment Inc.
from any liability arising from subsequent use
of this equipment.

Model and Serial Number
Mower model and serial number are found on

the serial tag, located on the seat frame
directly under the seat plate.
These numbers are required on the Warranty
Registration form. They will also assure you of
the correct service parts when replacement
becomes necessary.

Parts and Service

Use original Encore replacement parts only.
These parts are available through your local
Encore dealer. To obtain prompt, efficient
service, always provide the following
information when ordering parts:

1. Correct part number and description

2. Correct model number

3. Correct serial number
All warranty repair and service must be
handled through an authorized Encore dealer.
Arrangements should be made through your
local service center.
For location of nearest dealer look up our
dealer search on our website:

www.encoreequipment.com

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