Exmark Ultra Vac User Manual
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ This product is a piece of power equipment.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Failure to follow safe operating pr actices can result in serious
operator injury or even death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Keep all shields, guards and safety devices (especially the grass
discharge system) in place and in proper working condit ion.
♦ Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove spark
plug wire(s) or remove key before adjust ing, servicing, or
performing maintenance.
♦ If mower deck becomes clogg ed, stop engine and wait for all
moving parts to stop. Remove spark plug wire(s) or r em ove k ey
before cleaning blockage.
♦ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power driven parts.
♦ Keep off mower unless seat platf o r m is pr ovided.
♦ Keep others off mower.
Exmark reserves the right to make changes or add improvements to its products at any time
without incurring any obligation to make such chang es to products manufactured previously.
Exmark, or its distributors and dealer s, accept no responsibility for variations which may be evident
in the actual specifications of it s pr oduct s and t he statements and descriptions contained in this
publication.
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EXMARK PARTS PLUS
EFFECTIVE DATE: September 1, 1995
Program
If your Exmark dealer does not have the Exmark part in stock,
Exmark will get the parts to the dealer the next business day or the
part will be FREE* Guaranteed!!
How the Program Works
1. If dealer does not have part in stock for a "down" unit at
the time of request by customer, the dealer contacts his
distributor by 1:00 p.m., local time, and requests Exmark
Parts Plus
2. Distributor ships part(s) to dealer or customer, as
requested by dealer, same day, overnight UPS Distributor
bills dealer for part and freight charges where applicable.
shipment of six (6) line items or less.
PROGRAM
3. If distributor does not have the part(s) in stock to satisfy
Exmark Parts Plus
p.m., central time, with an Exmark Parts Plus
order, he contacts Exmark by 3:00
order of six
(6) line items or less.
4. If order is received by 3:00 p.m. central time, Exmark ships part(s) direct to dealer or customer, as requested by
distributor, same day, overnight UPS Exmark bills the distributor for parts and shipping charges, where
applicable.
5. The customer pays for the part and freight
if it is shipped under the Exmark Parts Plus
and if it arrives in
accordance to the program.
6. Who pays for the part and freight if it fails to arrive overnight in accordance to the program?
A. Under any circumstance the customer does not pay.
B. If the part does not arrive overnight due to:
1. The dealer not submitting the Exmark Parts Plus
order to his Exmark distributor by 1:00 p.m., the
dealer pays for the part and freight.
2. The Distributor being unable to ship the part the same day or not submitting the Exmark Parts Plus
order to Exmark by 3:00 p.m., central time, the Distributor pays for the part and freight.
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.
The following restrictions apply -- The Exmark Parts Plus
Program is available only through participating
Exmark Dealers and applies only to orders submitted on this program Monday through Thursday. Parts Plus service is
available only in the 48 contiguous United States. UPS has initiated a Saturday delivery program to many areas of the
continental United States and can be requested for an overnight shipment on Friday to be delivered Saturday. The next
day air charge, plus the Saturday delivery fee will be the responsibility of the purchaser. Exmark Mfg. will assume no
responsibility for Saturday delivery shipments. To qualify, all Exmark Parts Plus
3:00 p.m., central time. Orders must be six (6) line items or less. Exclusions from the Exmark Parts Plus
orders must be received by Exmark by
Program are:
Any wholegood or accessory in its entirety, engines and engine replacement parts, 5-speed Peerless transmissions and
5-speed transaxles, hydraulic or hydrostatic wheel motors, cutter decks and engine decks or any item exceeding United
Parcel Service size and weight restrictions.
Due to UPS restrictions, aerosol spray paint is considered a hazardous material and cannot be shipped via UPS next day
or Second Day Air.
Exmark Manufacturing stocks a limited supply of parts for transaxles, pumps and wheel motors. These parts can be
ordered for Next Day Air shipment but will not be guaranteed per the Parts Plus Program.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
This manual contains assembly, operating, m aint enance, adjustment and safety instruct ions
for your Exmark Ultra Vac.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ULTRA VAC, CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS MANUAL AND THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR YOUR MOWER IN THEIR ENTIRETY.
By following the operating, maintenance and safety instructions, you will prolong the life of
your Ultra Vac, maintain its maximum ef ficiency and promote safe operation.
If additional information is needed, or should you require trained mechanic service, contact
your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or dist r ibut or .
All Exmark equipment dealers and distribut or s ar e 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.
All Exmark parts are thoroug hly test ed and inspect ed before leaving the factory, however,
attention is required on your part if you are to obtain the fullest measure of satisfaction and
performance.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Description Page
1. Safety
1.1 Safety Alert Symbol...............................................................................6
1.2 Training.................................................................................................6
1.3 Preparation ........................................................................................6-7
1.4 Safety Signs..........................................................................................7
2. Specifications
2.1 Model Number.......................................................................................8
2.2 Dimensions...........................................................................................8
2.3 Bagging System....................................................................................8
3. Assembly Instructions – Lazer Z HP
3.1 Assembly Diagram................................................................................9
3.2 Install Drive Kit....................................................................................10
3.3 Install Hood Assembly and Bags.........................................................10
3.4 Assemble Tubes .................................................................................10
3.5 Install Blower Assembly.................................................................10-12
4. Assembly Instructions – Lazer Z and Lazer Z XP
4.1 Assembly Diagram.........................................................................12-13
4.2 Install Hood Assembly and Bags....................................................14-15
4.3 Install Blower Assembly.................................................................15-18
4.4 Assemble Tubes .................................................................................18
4.5 Install Weight Plates......................................................................18-19
4.6 Install Removable Weights..................................................................19
4.7 Run In – 52” Units Only .......................................................................20
5. Operation
5.1 Pre-Start ........................................................................................20-21
5.2 Mowing................................................................................................21
5.3 Bagger Removal for Side Discharge..............................................21-22
5.4 Transporting...................................................................................22-23
6. Maintenance
6.1 Periodic Maintenance.....................................................................23-24
7. Parts Lists
7.1 Decals.................................................................................................25
7.2 Blower Assembly – Lazer Z HP 44,48,52 & Lazer Z 52..................26-27
7.3 Hood and Bag Assembly – Lazer Z HP 44,48,52 & Lazer Z 52......28-29
7.4 Blower Assembly – Lazer Z 60, 72 & Lazer Z XP 60,72.................30-31
7.5 Hood and Bag Assembly – Lazer Z 60, 72 & Lazer Z XP 60,72.....32-33
7.6 Completing Kit Assembly – Lazer Z 52,60,72 & Lazer Z XP 60,72.34-35
7.7 Drive Kit Assembly – Lazer Z HP 44,48,52 .........................................36
7.4 Adapter Kit – 103-0328.......................................................................36
7.5 Adapter Kit – 103-1369.......................................................................36
8. Warranty......................................................................................... 37-38
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1. SAFETY
1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is used both in this manual and on the machine to
identify important safet y messages which must be followed to avoid accidents. This symbol
means:
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: 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.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
1.2 TRAINING
1.2.1 Regard the Exmark Ultra Vac as a piece of power equipment and teach this regard t o
all who operate this unit.
1.2.2 Before operating your Ultra Vac, car efully read and understand this manual and the
operator’s manual for your mower in their entirety. Familiarize yourself with the
controls and the proper use of the eq uipm ent. If the operator(s ) or m echanic( s) can
not read English, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this m at erial to them.
1.2.3 Do not allow operation of this machine by untrained personnel. Never allow children,
teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these inst r uctions to use the mower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
1.2.4 Avoid mowing while people, especially children, or pets, are nearby. Keep in mind
that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other
people or their property.
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
1.3 PREPARATION
1.3.1 Evaluate the terrain to det er mine what accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved
by Exmark.
1.3.2 The use of per sonal pr ot ective equipment, such as (but not limited to) pr ot ection for
the eyes, ears, feet, and head is recomm ended.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85
dBA at the operator’s ear when in operation.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Exposure to sound levels of 85 dBA or above for
extended periods of time can cause hearing loss.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.
CAUTION
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1.3.3 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate
equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect t he ar ea 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 the operat or or bystander s.
1.4 SAFETY SIGNS
1.4.1 Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease, dirt and debris from saf et y sig ns and
instructional labels.
1.4.2 Safety signs must be replaced if t hey are m issing or illegible.
1.4.3 When new components are installed, be sur e t hat current safety signs are affixed to
the replaced components.
1.4.4 New safety signs may be obtained from your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or
distributor or from Exmar k Mfg. Co. Inc.
1.4.5 Safety signs may be affixed by peeling of f the backing to expose the adhesive
surface. Apply only to a clean, dry surface. Smooth to remove any air bubbles.
1.4.6 Familiarize yourself with the following safety signs and inst r uct ion labels. They are
critical to the safe operation of your Exmark Ultra Vac.
PART NO. 103-0220
LOCATION: Top of Blower
PART NO. 1-653554
LOCATION: Rear of Bags
PART NO. 103-0878
LOCATION: Top of Weights
Top of Blower
PART NO. 1-653556
LOCATION: Side of Blower Housing (2 Places)
PART NO. 1-653558
LOCATION: Top of Idler Arm
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2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 MODEL NUMBER:
LHPUV4448
Use with drive kit: 44” deck – 103-1315
Note: Lazer Z HP model LHP4818KC Serial Nos. below 176621 will also require adapter kit 130- 0328
LHPUV52
Use with drive kit: 52” deck – 103-1317
LZUV52
Use with drive kit: 52” deck – 103-1076
Note: Lazer Z models with serial numbers below 260,000 will also require adapter kit 103- 1369.
LZUV60
Use with drive kit: Lazer Z with 60” deck – 103-0466
LZUV72
Use with drive kit: Lazer Z with 72” deck – 103-0903
Note: Lazer Z models with serial numbers below 260,000 will also require adapter kit 103- 0538.
2.2 DIMENSIONS
2.2.1 Overall unit length w/ Ultra Vac
Lazer Z HP Lazer Z XP
44" Deck 91.76" (233.1 cm) 60" Deck 107.90" (274.1 cm)
48" Deck 91.76" (233.1 cm) 72" Deck 112.00" (284.5 cm)
52" Deck 93.00" (236.2 cm)
48” deck – 103-1313 (Lazer Z HP Serial Nos. below 203,376)
48” deck – 103-1314 (Lazer Z HP Serial Nos. 203,376 & higher )
Lazer Z XP with 60” deck – 103-1112
Lazer Z XP with 72” deck – 103-1113
Lazer Z - Air Cooled Lazer Z - Liquid Cooled
52" Deck 105.70" (268.5 cm) 52" Deck 106.00" (269.1 cm)
60" Deck 106.65" (270.9 cm) 60" Deck 106.90" (271.5 cm)
72" Deck 110.75" (281.3 cm) 72" Deck 111.00" (281.9 cm)
2.2.2 Overall unit width w/ Ultra Vac
Lazer Z HP Lazer Z and Lazer Z XP
44" Deck 58.47" (148.5 cm) 52" Deck 66.85" (169.8 cm)
48" Deck 61.73" (159.8 cm) 60" Deck 74.44" (189.1 cm)
52" Deck 66.47" (168.8 cm) 72" Deck 86.49" (219.7 cm)
2.3 BAGGING SYSTEM
2.3.1 Weight: Lazer Z HP -110 lbs. ( 50 kg)
Lazer Z and Lazer Z XP – 52” Deck – 220 lbs. (100 kg) includes weight kit
60” Deck – 290 lbs. (132 kg) includes weight kit
72” Deck – 237 lbs. (108 kg) includes weight kit
2.3.2 Collections bins: Commercial grade, clot h mesh bags with reinforced bottoms.
Capacity: All Lazer Z HPs and Lazer Z 52” - 8 bushels (2 bags and hood)
All 60 and 72” decks – 13.4 bushels (3 bags and hood)
2.3.3 Dump Mechanism: Manual lift off
2.3.4 Blower tube: f ixed, abrasion r esist ant molded polyethylene
2.3.5 Impeller: 5-bladed, 0.25” thick abrasion resistant steel, with vertical axis.
Impeller bearings: 1” (2. 54 cm ) sealed “non-greaseable bearings”
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3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS – LAZER Z HP
See Section 4 for Lazer Z and Lazer Z XP)
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3.1 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Ref. No. Qty Description
1 Ref Engine Guard 44,48 only
2 1 Bagger Mount Weldment
3 8 5/16 – 18 X 1.00 Hex Head Screw
4 1 Hood Assembly
5 2 Bag Assembly
6 1 Upper Tube
7 1 Lower Tube Assembly
8 3 #10 – 24 X .75 Truss Head Screw
9 3 #10 Flat Washer
10 3 #10 – 24 Nyloc Nut
11 1 Blower Assembly
12 Ref Rear Weight 52 only
13 Ref Spacer 52 only
14 8 5/16 – 18 X 1.75 Hex Head Screw
15 4 5/16-18 x 18 Whizlock Nut
16 2 Clevis Pin
17 2 Hair Pin
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3.2 INSTALL DRIVE KIT
1. Install dr ive kit (PN 103-1313, 103-1314, 103-1315, or 103-1317 depending on deck size)
per the instructions included in the kit.
NOTE: The original belt shield stud must be removed for belt clearance.
3.3 INSTALL HOOD ASSEMBLY AND BAGS
44 and 48 inch units (52 inch units skip to st ep 3)
Note: W hen installing Ultra Vac on Lazer Z HP model LHP4818KC with serial numbers below
176621, refer to additional necessary instruct ions included in adapt er kit 103-0328.
1. Remove and discard the (8) bolts that re t ain t he “HOT” engine guard shield (I t em 1).
Keep the nuts for use in Step 2.
2. Install the Bagger Mount Weldment (Item 2) and engine guard shield using the 5/16-18 x 1
Screws provided (Item 3) and whizlock nuts removed in step 1. Continue at step 6.
52 inch units
3. Remove and discard the (8) bolts that retain the rear weight (Ite m 12) . Keep the whizlock
nuts for use in step 5.
4. Install the Bagger Mount Weldment (Item 2) to the rear of t he frame using (4) 5/16 – 18
X1.00 screws (Item 3) and (4) 5/16 – 18 whizlock nuts (I t em 15). Use only the bottom
four holes on the Bagger Mount Weldment
5. Install the Rear Weight (Item 12) and spacer (Item 13) from the drive kit using the (8) 5/16
– 18 X1.75 screws (Item 14) and whizlock nuts removed in step 3.
All units
6. Slide tube ends of Hood Assembly (Item 4) into the tubes of the mount weldment. Install
(2) clevis pins (Item 16) throug h holes in tubes. Retain with (2) Hair Pins (Item 17) .
7. Hang the (2) Bag Assemblies ( I t e m 5) from the slots in the Bagg er Upright. Close and
latch hood.
3.4 ASSEMBLE TUBES
Note: W hen installing Ultra Vac on Lazer Z HP model LHP4818KC with serial number below
176621, refer to additional necessary instruct ions included in adapt er kit 103-0328.
1. Assemble the Upper ( Item 6) and Lower (Item 7) Tubes using t he ( 3) #10- 24 x .75 Truss
head Screws (Item 8), (3) #10 washers (Item 9) , and ( 3) #10-24 Nyloc Nuts (Item 10). Screw
head should be installed to the inside of the tube to pr ovide minimu m obst r uction to flow.
Make sure the hole with the arrow on the Upper Tube aligns with the dimple in the Lower
Tube to place the turnout on the Upper Tube in the correct position.
For units with a 44” deck: Slide Upper Tube over Lower Tube until edge of Upper Tube
matches up with dimple in Lower Tube labeled 44.
For units with a 48” & 52” deck: Slide Upper Tube over Lower Tube until edge of Upper
Tube matches up with dimple in Lower Tube labeled 48, 52.
3.5 INSTALL BLOWER ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the belt g uide on the blower (Item 11). (See Figure 1)
2. Install the belt (fro m the Drive Kit) onto the Blower Assembly (Item 11) as shown.
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FIGURE 1
BELT ROUTING
3. Reinstall the belt guide removed in Step 1.
4. Remove Discharge chute by pulling the hairpin and chute pivot pin (f r om the Drive Kit
installed in section 3.2).
5. Remove the Belt Cover on the right side of the deck. Install the Blower by inserting the
mounting pin into the tube welded to the rear corner of the deck. Pivot the blower until t he
front pin engages the slot in the deck. Adjust the position of the front pin if necessary to
engage the slot. Use the latch to lock the blower in this position. Adjust tension on lat ch
to draw blower up to deck, yet allow release by hand.
6. Pull the idler release handle and install the belt in the upper groove of the deck sheave.
7. Install the Belt Cover using the two knobs. Install the discharge tube assembly by slipping
the upper end into the hood, then sliding the lower end over the blower discharge
opening. Use the latch to retain t he lower end to the blower.
8. Follow the operation instructions in Section 5 to run the unit. Run the unit with the blades
and blower engaged for 2 minutes. Diseng age the blades, shut off the motor, and
remove the key.
9. Remove the belt cover and check to make sure that the belt is riding near the center of
the flat idler on the idler arm . If the belt is not riding near the center of the idler, rem ove
the blower, and bend the idler arm slightly. Reinstall the blower and belt cover and
perform steps 8 and 9 again to verify belt position.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ There are rotating blades in the blower and under
the mower deck.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Blade contact can cause serious operator or
bystander injury or even death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Keep hands and feet out of blower openings and out
from under the mower or mower deck.
♦ Shut off the deck dr ive, st op engine and wait for all
moving parts to stop. Remove spark plug wire(s) or
remove key before performing any work around
blower or deck.
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ An uncovered discharge opening will allow objects to
be thrown in operator’s or bystander’s direction.
Also, contact with blade could occur.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious
injury or kill you or bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Never operate mower unless discharge chute or
entire grass collection system is installed.
4. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS – LAZER Z & LAZER Z XP
4.1 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Ref . No. Description Qty (52 LZ) Qty (60 & 72 LZ) Qty (60 & 72 XP)
1 Bag Assembly 2 3 3
2 Upper Tube 1 1 1
3 Lower Tube 1 1 1
4 #10-24 X .62 CRPH Screw 3 6 6
5 #10-24 Nyloc Nut 3 6 6
6 #10 Flat Washer 3 6 6
7 Hood Assembly 1 1 1
8 Blower Assembly 1 1 1
9 Bagger Mount Weldment 1 1 1
10 Belt Cover 1 1 1
11 Removable Weight 2 2 2
12 Jackshaft 1 1 1
13 Blower Drive Belt 1 1 1
14 Frame Bracket RH 1 1
15 Frame Bracket LH 1 1
16 Frame Bracket XP 2
17 XP Mount Spacer 2
18 Mount Pin Weldment 1 1
19 Clevis Pin 4 4 4
20 Hair Pin (large) 4 4 4
21 Chute Pivot Pin 1 1 1
22 Hair Pin (small) 1 1 1
23 3/8-16 x 1.00 Hex Screw 8 8 10
24 3/8 Whizlock Nut 8 11 13
25 3/8 Spring Disk Washer 12 12 14
26 Filler Plate (small) 1
27 Belt Shield Stud 1 1
28 3/8-16 x .75 Hex Screw 3 3
29 Belt Cover Spacer 1
30 7/16 Spring Disk Washer 2
31 Washer – ¼ thick 2 2 – 60 only
32 3/8-16x3.25 Tap Bolt 2 2 – 60 only
33 Weight Bracket 2 2 2
34 3/8-16 Square Head Bolt 4 4 4
35 Weight Plate 4 4 4
36 5/16-18 x 1.50 Hex Screw 4 4 4
37 5/16 Flat Washer 4 4 4
38 5/16-18 Whizlock nut 6 4 4
39 Belt Cover Support 2
40 Knob 1
41 5/16-18 x .75 Hex Screw 2
42 Plug 1 1 1
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