Exmark Quest Lawn Mower User Manual

4.5 (2)

QUEST®

For Serial Nos.

720,000 & Higher

Part No. 4500-338 Rev. A

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Important: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002, ISO 14982, EN 55012.

The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for information regarding the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer.

For models with stated engine horsepower, the gross horsepower of the engine was laboratory rated by the engine manufacturer in accordance with SAE J1940. As configured to meet safety, emission, and operating requirements, the actual engine horsepower on this class of lawn mower will be significantly lower.

© 2007–2008—Exmark Mfg. Co., Inc.

 

Contact us at www.Exmark.com.

Industrial Park Box 808

 

Printed in the USA.

2

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All Rights Reserved

Introduction

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.

You may contact Exmark directly at www.Exmark.com for product and accessory information or help finding a dealer.

Whenever you need service, genuine Exmark parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Exmark Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided.

Figure 1

Behind the seat

1.Model and serial number location

Model No.

Serial No.

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Contents

 

Introduction ...........................................................

3

Safety .....................................................................

5

Safety Alert Symbol.........................................

5

SafeOperatingPractices..................................

5

SafetyandInstructionalDecals .......................

8

Specifications .......................................................

13

Model Numbers............................................

13

Systems.........................................................

13

Dimensions...................................................

14

Torque Requirements ....................................

15

Product Overview ................................................

15

Operation .............................................................

16

Controls........................................................

16

OperatingInstructions ..................................

17

RecommendedGasoline................................

18

CheckingtheEngineOilLevel.......................

19

Starting the Engine........................................

19

Operating the Blades .....................................

20

Stopping the Engine......................................

21

TheSafetyInterlockSystem...........................

21

DrivingForwardorBackward........................

22

StoppingtheMachine....................................

23

Tracking Adjustment.....................................

23

AdjustingtheHeightofCut...........................

23

AdjustingtheAnti-ScalpRollers.....................

24

Positioning the Seat .......................................

24

ChangingtheSeatRideSuspension................

24

AdjustingtheMotionControlLevers.............

25

PushingtheMachinebyHand........................

25

Side Discharge...............................................

26

Transporting .................................................

26

Operating Tips .............................................

27

Maintenance .........................................................

29

RecommendedMaintenanceSchedule(s) ...........

29

PremaintenanceProcedures ..............................

30

Raising the Seat .............................................

30

Accessing the Battery ....................................

30

Periodic Maintenance .......................................

30

Lubrication....................................................

30

Engine Maintenance......................................

31

ServicingtheEngineOil................................

32

CheckingtheHydraulicOilLevel...................

34

ChangetheHydraulicSystemFilter................

34

ServicingtheSparkPlug ................................

35

CleaningtheBlowerHousing.........................

35

FuelSystemMaintenance ..............................

36

ElectricalSystemMaintenance.......................

36

Charging the Battery......................................

37

ServicingtheFusesandRelay.........................

38

DriveSystemMaintenance ............................

39

CheckingtheTirePressure ............................

39

Mower Maintenance......................................

39

ServicingtheCuttingBlades ..........................

39

MowerBeltMaintenance...............................

41

LevelingtheMowerDeck..............................

42

AdjustingtheBladeSlope..............................

42

RemovingtheMowerDeck ...........................

44

InstallingtheMowerDeck.............................

44

ReplacingtheDischargeDeflector.................

45

Cleaning ...........................................................

46

WashingtheUndersideoftheMower.............

46

Storage .................................................................

47

Cleaning and Storage.....................................

47

Troubleshooting ...................................................

48

Schematics ...........................................................

50

4

Safety

Safety

Safety Alert Symbol

This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol (Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Figure 2

1.Safety alert symbol

This manual uses two other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.

This machine meets or exceeds the safety specifications of the American National Standards Institute B71.1-2003 in effect at the time of production. However, improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions and always pay attention to the safety alert symbol, which means CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER-"personal safety instruction."

Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard B71.1-2003.

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

General Operation

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the operator’s manual and on the machine before starting.

Do Not place hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do Not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing up.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and Do Not point it at anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

Do Not operate the mower without either the entire grass collection system or the discharge deflector in place.

Be alert, slow down and use caution when making turns. Look behind and to the side before changing directions.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, engage parking brake, stop engine, and remove key before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing. Stop the engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, engage parking brake, and remove key before cleaning the machine, removing the grass or unclogging the deflector.

Operate the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do Not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck

Always wear eye protection when operating the mower.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower

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Safety

safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Always follow the recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, Do Not mow it.

Do Not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.

Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the machine.

Choose a low ground speed so you will not have to stop while operating on a slope.

Do Not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding and loss of control.

Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.

Do Not make 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.

Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the mower may tip backwards.

Be aware that loss of traction may occur going downhill. Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause drive wheels to slip and cause loss of braking and steering.

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 collection systems or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine and cause loss of control.

Do Not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

Do Not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.

Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult, not the operator.

Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the area.

Before and while backing or changing direction, look behind, down, and side-to-side for small children.

Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the mower.

Never allow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other objects that may obscure vision.

Towing

Use for towing only if equipped with an Exmark hitch kit. Do Not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

Follow Exmark’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. This information can be found in the hitch kit instruction sheet and on the decal.

Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

Service

Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and the vapors are explosive.

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Safety

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when the engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as near a water heater or furnace.

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until the fueling is complete. Do Not use a nozzle lock-open device.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

General Service:

Never run a machine inside a closed area.

Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and fuel soaked debris. Allow the machine to cool before storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Grass collection system components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and

replace with manufacturers’ recommended parts, when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check for proper brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction decals as necessary.

Use only genuine Exmark replacement parts to ensure that original standards are maintained.

Exmark Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Exmark products or other safety information that you must know that is not included in the ANSI standards.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you. Do Not run engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and remove key before performing any service, repairs, maintenance or adjustments.

Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from attachment discharge area, underside of mower and any moving parts while engine is running.

Do Not touch equipment or attachment parts which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.

Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Protect your face, eyes, and clothing when working with a battery.

Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away from battery.

Use only Exmark approved attachments. Warranty may be voided if used with unapproved attachments.

If loading the machine onto a trailer or truck, use a single, full-width ramp only. The ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees.

Note: The left and right sides of the machine are determined while sitting in the seat in the normal operating position

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Safety

Safety and Instructional Decals

Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.

93-7009

1. Warning–Do Not operate 2.

Cutting/dismemberment

the mower with the

hazard of hand or foot,

discharge deflector up

mower blade–stay away

or removed; keep the

from moving parts.

discharge deflector in

 

 

 

place.

109-6014

 

 

 

 

Traction Drive Belt Routing

 

 

 

 

 

 

106-5517

1.Warning–Do Not touch the hot surface.

109-6008

1. Read the Operator’s

3. Push the machine.

 

 

 

Manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Rotate the drive release

 

 

 

109-6029

 

knob to loosen, slide the

 

 

 

 

 

 

knob, and tighten.

1.

Engine–stop

6.

Throttle–fast

 

2.

Engine–run

7.

Choke–on

 

 

3.

Engine–start

8.

Throttle–slow

 

4.

Power take-off (PTO),

9.

Choke–off

 

 

 

 

Blade control switch

 

 

 

5.

Read the Operator’s

 

 

 

 

 

 

Manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Safety

109-6035

Deck Drive Belt Routing

109-6036

1.Read the Operator’s Manual.

2.Remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.

3.Height of cut.

109-6210

1.Read the Operator’s Manual.

2.Cutting/dismemberment hazard, fan and entanglement hazard, belt–stay away from moving parts.

109-6459

1.Entanglement hazard, belt—Do Not open or remove safety shields while engine is running, keep shields in place.

109-8759

1. Height of cut

109-9120

1. Fuse

2. Diode

 

 

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Safety

110-6691

1.

Thrown objects

3. Cutting/dismemberment

 

hazard–keep bystanders

of hand or foot–stay

 

a safe distance from the

away from moving parts.

 

machine.

 

2.

Thrown objects hazard,

 

 

mower–keep the

 

 

discharge deflector

 

 

or collection system in

 

 

place.

 

109-9173

1.

Parking brake

4.

Neutral

2.

Fast

5.

Reverse

3.

Slow

6.

Machine Speed

 

 

 

 

PTO Symbols

1. PTO—Off

2. PTO—On

 

 

 

 

109-9182

 

1.

Machine speed

4.

Neutral

2.

Fast

5.

Reverse

3.Slow

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Exmark Quest Lawn Mower User Manual

Safety

109-6016

1.Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.

2.Time interval

3.Check oil level.

4.Refer to the Operator’s manual for grease instructions.

5.Check hydraulic oil level and refer to the Operator’s Manual for further instructions.

6.Check tire pressure.

 

109-8965

1. Warning–read the Operator’s Manual.

5. Tipping hazard–avoid sudden and sharp turns while on

 

slopes, only mow across slopes less than 15 degrees,

 

keep a safe distance from water, and only mow up and

 

down slopes less than 15 degrees.

2.Read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance; apply parking brake, remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire.

3.Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine, pick up debris before operating, keep the discharge deflector in place.

4.Loss of traction/control hazard, slopes–loss of traction/control on slope, disengage the blade control switch (PTO), proceed off the slope slowly.

6.Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade–stay away from moving parts.

7.Crushing/dismemberment hazard of bystanders, reversing–Do Not carry passengers, look behind and down when reversing.

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Safety

Battery Symbols

Some or all of these symbols are on your battery.

1.

Explosion hazard

5.

Read the Operator’s Manual.

9.

Flush eyes immediately with water

 

 

 

 

 

and get medical help fast.

2.

No fire, open flames, or smoking

6.

Keep bystanders a safe distance

10.

Contains lead; do not discard.

 

 

 

from the battery.

 

 

3.

Caustic liquid/chemical burn hazard

7.

Wear eye protection; explosive

 

 

 

 

 

gases can cause blindness and

 

 

 

 

 

other injuries.

 

 

4.

Wear eye protection

8.

Battery acid can cause blindness or

 

 

 

 

 

severe burns.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Specifications

Specifications

Model Numbers

Serial Nos: 720,000 and Higher

QST22BE482; QST23KC482; QST23KC522; QST24BE522

Systems

engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.)

Engine

Engine Specifications: See your Engine Owner’s Manual

RPM:

Briggs & Stratton: Full Speed: 3650 ±100 (max) RPM (No Load) Idle: 1650 (min) RPM

Kohler Command: Full Speed: 3600 ±75 (max) RPM (No Load) Idle: 1750 (min) RPM

Fuel System

Capacity: 4.0 gal. (15.1 L)

Type of Fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline, 87 octane or higher.

Fuel Filter:

Briggs & Stratton: Briggs & Stratton P/N 695666 Kohler Command: Kohler P/N 24 050 10

Fuel Shut-Off Valve: 1/4 turn increments (“ON”, “OFF”)

Electrical System

Charging System: Flywheel Alternator

Charging Capacity:

Briggs & Stratton: 16 amps Kohler Command: 15 amps

Battery Type: BCI Group U1

Battery Voltage: 12 Volt

Polarity: Negative Ground

Fuses: One 25 amp, one 20 amp; one 15 amp blade type

Diode: TVS

Safety Interlock System

PTO must be disengaged, brake engaged, and motion control levers out (neutral lock) to start

Operator must be in seat when PTO is engaged, brake is disengaged, or motion control levers are moved in or engine will stop.

Engine will stop if either the left, the right, or both levers are moved from neutral lock position while brake is engaged.

Operator Controls

Steering and Motion Control:

Note: Motion control levers are adjustable to two heights.

Separate levers, on each side of the console, control speed and direction of travel of the respective drive wheels.

Steering is controlled by varying the position of the levers relative to each other.

Moving motion control levers outward (in slots) locks the drive system in neutral.

PTO Engagement Switch: Engages electric clutch (to drive belt) which engages mower blades.

Parking Brake Lever: Engages parking brake.

Deck Height Adjustment Pin: Sets cutting height to desired position.

Deck Lift Assist Lever: Foot pedal that assists in raising the deck.

Seat

Type: Standard seat with high back, foam padded with spring suspension and armrests.

Mounting: Hinged to tilt up for access to hydraulic pumps, battery and other components. Held in tilted position with lanyard. Adjustable fore and aft seat track.

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Specifications

Armrests: Standard–foam padded flip-up adjustable height armrests.

Seat Safety Switch: Incorporated into the Safety Interlock System.

Hydrostatic Ground Drive System

Hydrostatic Pumps: Two Hydro Gear ZT2800 Integrated drive systems.

Hydraulic Oil Type: Use Mobil 1 15W-50 Synthetic motor oil.

Speeds:

0-7.0 mph (11.3 km/hr) forward.

0-5.0 mph (8.0 km/hr) reverse.

Drive wheel releases, located on left and right sides of engine deck, allow machine to be moved when the engine is not running and brake is off.

Tires & Wheels

 

Drive

Front

 

 

 

Caster

 

Pneumatic (Air-Filled)

Pneumatic

 

 

 

(Air-Filled)

Deck Size

48

52

All Decks

Quantity

2

2

2

Tread

Turf Tec

Turf Tec

Smooth

 

 

 

 

Size

20 x 8.00-8

20 x 10.00-8

10 x 4

 

 

 

 

Ply Rating

4

4

 

Pressure

13 psi

13 psi

13 psi

 

(90 kPa)

(90 kPa)

(90 kPa)

Cutting Deck

Cutting Width:

48 inch Deck: 48 inches (122 cm)

52 inch Deck: 52 inches (132 cm)

Discharge: Side

Blade Size: (3 ea.)

48 inch Deck: 16.25 inches (41.3 cm)

52 inch Deck: 18.00 inches (45.7 cm)

Blade Spindles: Solid steel spindles with no maintenance bearings.

Deck Drive: Electric clutch mounted on vertical engine shaft. Blades are driven by one belt (w/self-tensioning idler) direct from the engine.

Deck: Full floating deck is attached to out-front support frame. Maximum turf protection is provided with three anti-scalp rollers (both deck sizes).

Deck design allows for bagging, mulching or side discharge.

Deck Depth:

48 inch Deck: 5.0 inches (12.7 cm)

52 inch Deck: 5.0 inches (12.7 cm)

Cutting Height Adjustment: A foot deck lift lever is used to adjust the cutting height from 1 1/2 inch (3.8 cm) to 4 1/2 inches (11.4 cm) in 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) increments.

Mulching Kit: Optional.

Dimensions

Overall Width:

 

48 inch Deck

52 inch Deck

Without Deck

45.5

inches

47.0

inches

 

(116 cm)

(119 cm)

Deflector Up

48.3

inches

53.0

inches

 

(122 cm)

(135 cm)

Deflector Down

59.4

inches

64.2

inches

 

(151 cm)

(163 cm)

Overall Length:

48 inch Deck

52 inch Deck

73.4 inches (186 cm)

73.4 inches (186 cm)

 

 

Overall Height:

48 inch Deck

52 inch Deck

41.8 inches (106 cm)

41.8 inches (106 cm)

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Product Overview

Tread Width: (Center to Center of Tires, Widthwise)

 

48 inch Deck

52 inch Deck

Drive Wheels

36.0

inches

36.8

inches

 

(91 cm)

(93 cm)

Caster Wheels

33.5

inches

33.5

inches

 

(85 cm)

(85 cm)

Wheel Base: (Center of Caster Tire to Center of Drive Tire)

48 inch Deck

52 inch Deck

 

 

48.9 inches (124 cm)

48.9 inches (124 cm)

 

 

Curb Weight:

48 inch Deck

52 inch Deck

645 lb (293 kg)

660 lb (299 kg)

 

 

Torque Requirements

Bolt Location

Torque

Spindle Pulley Nut

95-105ft-lb(129-142N-m)

 

 

Blade Mounting Bolt

32-42 ft-lb (43-57 N-m)

(lubricate with anti-seize)

 

Engine Mounting Bolts

27-33 ft-lb (37-45 N-m)

 

 

Anti-Scalp Roller Nyloc

27-33 ft-lb (37-45 N-m)

Nut

 

Wheel Lug Nuts

70-90 ft-lb (95-122 N-m)

 

 

Clutch Mounting Bolt

50-55 ft-lb (68-75 N-m)

(secured with threadlocker)

 

Spark Plug

15 ft-lb (20 N-m)

 

 

Product Overview

Figure 3

1.

Front caster wheel

8.

Engine

2.

Anti-scalp roller

9.

Seat

3.

Height of cut foot lever

10.

Armrest

4.

Discharge deflector

11.

Motion control levers

5.

Height of cut adjustment

12.

Park brake

6.

Rear drive wheel

13.

Footrest

7.

Control panel

14.

Washout fitting

 

 

 

 

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Operation

Operation

Controls

Note: Become familiar with all of the controls in Figure 3 and Figure 4 before you start the engine and operate the machine.

Ignition Switch

Located on control panel.

The ignition switch is used to start and stop the engine. The switch has three positions “OFF”, “RUN” and “START” ( Figure 4). Insert key into switch and rotate clockwise to the “ON” position. Rotate clockwise to the next position to engage the starter (key must be held against spring pressure in this position).

 

 

Figure 4

 

1.

Ignition switch

4.

Throttle

2.

Blade control switch

5.

Choke

 

(power take-off)

 

 

3.Hour meter

Note: Brake must be engaged, motion control levers out (neutral lock position) and PTO switch “OFF” to start engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.)

Turning the key to the Off position will stop the engine; however, always remove the key when leaving the machine to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine

Blade Control Switch (Power

Take-Off)

Located on the control panel.

The blade control switch, represented by a power take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower blades.

Pull out on the blade control switch to “On” to engage the blades

Push the blade control switch to “Off” to disengage the blades

Choke Control

Located on control panel.

The choke is used to aid in starting a cold engine. Do Not run a warm engine with the choke in the “ON” position. Moving the choke lever forward will put the choke in the “ON” position and moving the choke lever to the rear will put the choke in the “OFF” position (Figure 4).

Throttle Control

Located on control panel.

The throttle is used to control engine speed. Moving throttle lever forward will increase engine speed and moving throttle lever to the rear will decrease engine speed. Moving the throttle forward into the detent is full throttle (see Figure 4).

Motion Control Levers

The motion control levers located on each side of the seat (Figure 3).

The motion control levers are speed sensitive controls of independent wheel motors. Moving a lever forward or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or in reverse; wheel speed is proportional to the amount the lever is moved. Moving the control levers outward from the center position locks them in the neutral position. Always position the motion control levers into the neutral position and engage the park brake lever when you stop the machine or leave it unattended. The unit must be tied down and brake engaged when transporting.

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Operation

Parking Brake Lever

Located on left side of the console (Figure 3).

The brake lever engages a parking brake on the drive wheels.

Pull the lever up and rearward to engage the brake.

Push the lever forward and down to disengage the brake.

Height-of-Cut Foot Lever

The height of cut lever allows the operator to lower and raise the deck from the seated position (Figure 3). When the lever is moved forward, away from the operator the deck is raised from the ground and when moved back, towards the operator it is lowered toward the ground. Only adjust the height of cut while machine is not moving.

Hour Meter

Located on the control panel.

The hour meter is connected to a pressure switch installed in the engine block and it records the number of hours that the engine has run ( Figure 4). If the ignition switch is left on without engine running, hour meter will not run.

Note: This switch is not a low oil sensor and will not alert the operator if the engine oil is low.

DANGER

Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. A loss of traction is a loss of steering control.

To avoid loss of control and possibility of rollover:

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.

When mowing slopes, gradually work from lower to higher areas on the incline.

Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.

Turn up, into an incline when changing directions on slopes. Turning down the slope reduces traction.

Attachments change the handling characteristics of the machine. Use extra caution when using attachments with the machine.

Operating Instructions

Think Safety First

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Please carefully read all of the safety instructions and decals in the safety section. Knowing this information could help you, your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.

 

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2. Use walk behind mower and/or hand trimmer near drop-offs and water.

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