Encore Rage ER52FX730V, Rage ER52FX730VCA Operator's Manual
ER52FX730V
ER52FX730VCA
OPERATORS MANUAL
ENCORE MANUFACTURING
A DIVISION OF WORLDLAWN POWER EQUIPMENT, INC.
ENCOREEQUIPMENT.COM
2415 ASHLAND AVE
BEATRICE, NE 68310
800-267-4255
FAX – 402-223-4103
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Contents
SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Safety Alert Symbol ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
TRAINING ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
PREPARATION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
SLOPE OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ......................................................................................................................................... 10
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS .............................................................................................................................. 12
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 14
MODEL NUMBER ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
ENGINE .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14
FUEL SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
TRANSMISSION ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
CUTTING DECK .................................................................................................................................................................. 14
OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15
OPERATOR CONTROLS ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
SAFETY INTERLOCK ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
CHOKE CONTROL ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
THROTTLE CONTROL ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
PARK BRAKE LEVER ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
IGNITION SWITCH ......................................................................................................................................................... 15
HOUR METER ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
DRIVE WHEEL RELEASE VALVES .................................................................................................................................... 16
BLADE ENGAGEMENT SWITCH ...................................................................................................................................... 16
PRE-START ....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 17
STARTING THE ENGINE.................................................................................................................................................. 17
BLADE ENGAGEMENT ................................................................................................................................................... 17
DISENGAGING THE BLADES ........................................................................................................................................... 18
STOPPING THE ENGINE ................................................................................................................................................. 18
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DRIVING THE MACHINE................................................................................................................................................. 18
DRIVING FORWARD ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
DRIVING IN REVERSE ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
OPERATING THE PLATFORM ......................................................................................................................................... 18
OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH THE PLATFORM UP .................................................................................................. 19
OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH THE PLATFORM DOWN ........................................................................................... 19
ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT ................................................................................................................................ 19
TRANSPORTING .................................................................................................................................................................... 20
TRANSPORTING A UNIT ................................................................................................................................................. 20
LOADING A UNIT ........................................................................................................................................................... 20
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE(S) ............................................................................................. 22
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL .............................................................................................................................................. 23
CHECK BATTERY CHARGE .............................................................................................................................................. 23
RECOMMENDED JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................... 23
RELEASE THE CUSHION FOR REAR ACCESS ................................................................................................................... 24
CHECK MOWER BLADES ................................................................................................................................................ 24
CHECK SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM .............................................................................................................................. 25
CHECK FOR LOOSE HARDWARE .................................................................................................................................... 26
SERVICE AIR CLEANER ................................................................................................................................................... 26
CHANGE ENGINE OIL ..................................................................................................................................................... 26
CHANGE ENGINE OIL FILTER ......................................................................................................................................... 26
CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL ........................................................................................................................................ 27
CHECK TIRE PRESSURES ................................................................................................................................................. 27
CHECK CONDITION OF BELTS ........................................................................................................................................ 27
LUBRICATE GREASE FITTINGS ....................................................................................................................................... 27
CHECK SPARK PLUGS ..................................................................................................................................................... 27
CHANGE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER AND FLUID ......................................................................................................... 27
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AIR PURGE.................................................................................................................................... 28
WHEEL HUB NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATION ................................................................................................................... 28
THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVES ....................................................................................................................................... 29
COPPER-BASED ANTI-SEIZE ........................................................................................................................................... 29
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ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................................ 29
DECK LEVELING ............................................................................................................................................................. 29
PUMP DRIVE BELT TENSION .......................................................................................................................................... 30
MOWER DECK DRIVE BELT TENSION............................................................................................................................. 30
PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................................................................... 30
FORWARD TRACKING ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................................. 30
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................................................ 30
CASTER PIVOT BEARINGS PRE-LOAD ADJUSTMENT...................................................................................................... 30
CLEANING ......................................................................................................................................................................... 31
CLEAN ALL DEBRIS FROM ENGINE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM AREA. ................................................................................ 31
CLEAN DUST AND DIRT FROM CYLINDER HEAD FINS.................................................................................................... 31
CLEAN DEBRIS FROM MACHINE .................................................................................................................................... 31
CLEAN GRASS BUILD-UP UNDER DECK .......................................................................................................................... 31
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................................... 32
WIRING SCHEMATICS ................................................................................................................................................... 33
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC ............................................................................................................................................. 34
Evaporative Emission Control Warranty Statement ...................................................................................................... 35
Limited Warranty: .............................................................................................................................................................. 37
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TRAINING
SAFETY
Safety Alert Symbol
This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The safety alert symbol appears above information
which alerts you to unsafe actions or situations and
will be followed by the word DANGER,
WARNING, or CAUTION.
DANGER: White lettering/Red background.
Indicates failure to observe the safety instructions
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Black letters on orange
background.
Read the instructions carefully. Become
familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
All operators need to be trained before
operating this unit.
Never let children or untrained people operate
the equipment without proper instruction.
Keep everyone, especially children and pets,
away from the area of operation. Remember
that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property.
PREPARATION
Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job. Use only
accessories and attachments approved by
ENCORE
The use of personal protective equipment, such
as (but not limited to) safety glasses, hearing
protection, substantial footwear and long
trousers is highly recommended.
Indicates failure to observe safety instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Black letters on yellow
background.
Indicates failure to observe the safety instructions
may result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
This machine produces sound levels in excess
of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
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 operator or bystanders.
Check that the operator’s presence controls,
safety switches, and shields are attached and
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functioning properly. Do Not operate unless
they function properly.
In certain conditions during fueling, static
electricity can be released causing gasoline
vapors to ignite.
DANGER
In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you,
others and cause property damage.
Refuel outdoors, on level ground while engine
is cold.
Never remove fuel cap or add fuel when engine
is running or when engine is hot.
Never fill the fuel tank so that gasoline level
rises above the bottom of the filler neck to allow
for gasoline expansion and prevent fuel
spillage.
If fuel is spilled, DO NOT attempt to start the
engine. Move away from the area of the spill
and avoid creating any source of ignition until
fuel vapors have dissipated.
Do not smoke while refueling and stay away
from an open flame or where gasoline fumes
may be ignited by spark.
Do not operate without entire exhaust system in
place and in proper working condition.
Do not place any equipment that is leaking
gasoline in an enclosed trailer.
Be sure all fuel tanks and gasoline storage
containers have proper caps installed to
prevent spillage and minimize vapor escaping
into the trailer.
DANGER
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you,
others, and cause property damage.
Purchase and store gasoline only in an
approved container
Always place gasoline containers on the ground
away from your vehicle while filling.
Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle
or on a truck or trailer bed because interior
carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate
the container and slow the loss of any static
charge.
When practical, remove gas powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel
the equipment with its wheels on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used,
keep the nozzle in contact with rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete.
WARNING
Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Longterm exposure to vapors and failure to use
caution may cause serious injury or illness.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Keep face away from nozzle and gas
tank/container opening.
Keep away from eyes and skin.
Never siphon by mouth.
OPERATION
Although hazard control and accident prevention
are partially dependent upon the design and
configuration of the equipment, these factors are
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also dependent upon the awareness, concern and
proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance and the storage
of the equipment. It is essential that all Operator
Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating
condition prior to use for mowing.
WARNING
Operating engine parts, especially the muffler,
become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur
on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, etc. can catch fire.
Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, to
cool before touching.
Remove accumulated debris from muffler
and engine area.
Park machine on level ground. Stop engine,
wait for all moving parts to stop, remove key
and engage parking brake:
o Before checking, cleaning or working on
the mower.
o After striking a foreign object or machine
develops an abnormal vibration (inspect
machine for damage and repair before
resuming operation)
o Before clearing blockages
o Before leaving the operator position
Never mow with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered unless there is a grass
collection system or mulch kit in place and
working properly.
Do Not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless deadly poison that can kill
you.
Do Not run engine indoors or in a small
confined area where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light,
keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking
brake is engaged before starting engine.
Never raise deck with blades running.
Never operate the mower with damaged
guards, shields, or covers. Always have safety
shields, guards, switches and other devices in
place and in proper working condition.
Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop
and engage parking brake:
o Before refueling
o Before dumping the grass catcher
o Before making height adjustments
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WARNING
Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories can
become entangled in rotating parts. Contact
with rotating parts can cause traumatic
amputation or severe lacerations.
Do Not operate the machine without guards,
shields, and safety devices in place and
working properly.
Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, or clothing away
from rotating parts.
DO NOT operate the mower when people,
especially children, or pets are in the area.
Stop the blades, slow down, and use caution
when transporting the mower to and from the
area to be mowed or crossing surfaces other
than grass.
Do not operate the mower under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Be alert, slow down and use caution when
making turns. Look behind and to the side
before changing directions.
Use extreme care when loading and unloading
the machine into a trailer or truck.
Be aware of the mower discharge path and
direct discharge away from others.
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
SLOPE OPERATION
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 the safe
operation on slopes.
DANGER
Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause
sliding and loss of control.
When mowing ditches or slopes recommended
practice is to latch operator platform in the up
position and continue to use mower in the true
walk behind mode.
Mow across slopes, never up and down.
Do Not mow slopes when grass is wet.
Do Not mow near drop-offs or near water.
Do Not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
slopes.
Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc. from the mowing area. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
Be aware that operating on wet grass, across
steep slopes or downhill may cause the mower
to lose traction. Loss of traction to the drive
wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering.
Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips and rises
that change the operating angle, as rough
terrain could overturn the machine.
Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a
slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly off the slope.
Use extreme care with grass catchers or
attachments. These can change the stability of
the machine and cause loss of control.
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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Before any maintenance, disengage drives,
lower implement, set parking brake, stop engine
and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire.
Wait for all moving parts to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
Park machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service machine
For engine maintenance, follow the engine
manufacture’s recommendations as stated in
the engine manual.
Keep engine, engine area, free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive
grease, or oil and other debris. These materials
can become combustible and may result in a
fire.
Maximum mowing results and safety can only
be achieved if the mower is properly maintained
and operated correctly.
Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
tightness.
Keep all guards, shields and safety devices in
place and in safe working condition.
All replacement parts must be the same as, or
equivalent to, the parts supplied on original
equipment.
Use care when checking blades. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when
servicing them. Only REPLACE damaged
blades, NEVER straighten or weld them.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative
battery post when the unit will be allowed to sit
for more than 30 days without use.
Store fuel in a container specifically designed
for this purpose in a cool, dry place.
Gasoline powered equipment or fuel containers
should not be stored in a basement or any
enclosed area where open pilot lights or heat
appliances are present.
Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do
not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
DANGER
Charging or jump starting the battery may
produce explosive gasses. Battery gases
can explode causing serious injury.
Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away
from battery.
Ventilate when charging or using battery
in an enclosed space.
Make sure venting path of battery is
always open once battery is filled with
acid
Always shield eyes and face from
battery.
DANGER
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid,
which is poisonous and can cause severe
burns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal
or if it touches skin can cause severe
burns.
Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and
rubber gloves to protect skin and
clothing when handling electrolyte.
Do Not swallow electrolyte.
In the event of an accident, flush with
water and seek medical attention
immediately.
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Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can
CAUTION
If the ignition is in the “ON” position there
is potential for sparks and engagement of
components. Sparks could cause an
penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid
accidentally injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a
doctor familiar with this form of injury or
gangrene may result.
explosion or moving parts could engage
causing personal injury.
Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position before charging the battery.
WARNING
Removing standard, original equipment
parts and accessories may alter the
warranty, traction, and safety of the
machine. Unauthorized changes to the
engine, fuel or venting system, may violate
EPA and CARB regulations.
Make sure all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines
are in good condition and all hydraulic
connections and fitting are tight before
applying pressure to hydraulic system.
Keep body and hands away from pinhole
leaks or nozzles that high pressure
hydraulic fluid.
Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to
find hydraulic leaks.
Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic
system by placing the motion control levers
in neutral and shutting off the engine before
performing any work on the hydraulic
system.
WARNING
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SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL
DECALS
Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all
grease, dirt and debris from safety signs
and instructional labels.
Replace all worn, damaged, or missing
safety signs.
When replacement components are
installed, be sure that current safety signs
are affixed to the replaced components.
If an attachment or accessory has been
installed, make sure current safety signs
are visible.
New safety signs may be obtained from
your authorized Encore equipment dealer.
Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off
the backing to expose the adhesive
surface. Apply only to a clean, dry surface.
Smooth to remove any air bubbles.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety
signs and instructional labels. They are
critical to the safe operation of your
machine.
8304 8303 363023
8406 8008
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