Exmark Ultra VAC QDS LAZER Z, Ultra VAC QDS Lazer Z XP, Ultra VAC QDS LASER Z XS, Ultra Vac QDS UVD60C, Ultra Vac QDS UVD72C Operator's Manual

For Ultra Vac Serial Nos.

510,000 & Higher

(to fit Units 352,000 & Higher)

Part No. 103-8854

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 condition.

♦ Stop engine and wait for all moving parts t o st op. Remove key

before adjusting, servicing, or performing maint enance.

♦ If mower deck or blower becomes clogg ed, st op engine and wait

for all moving parts to stop. Remove spark plug wire(s) or
remove key before cleaning blockage.

♦ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power driven parts.
♦ Keep off mower unless seat platf orm is provided.
♦ Keep others off mower.

WARNING

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 t o 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 st atements and descriptions contained in this
publication.

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EXMARK PARTS PLUS® PROGRAM

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

®

shipment of six (6) line items or less.

2. Distributor ships part(s) to dealer or customer, as
requested by dealer, same day, overnight UPS Distributor

3. If distributor does not have the part(s) in stock to satisfy

bills dealer for part and freight charges where applicable.

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

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.

accordance to the program.

B. If the part does not arrive overnight due to:

®

1. The dealer not submitting the Exmark Parts Plus

dealer pays for the part and freight.

order to his Exmark distributor by 1:00 p.m., the

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® orders must be received by Exmark by
3:00 p.m., central time. Orders must be six (6) line items or less. Exclusions from the Exmark Parts Plus

®

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, maintenance, adjustment and safety instructions
for your Exmark Ultra Vac Q DS.

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ULTRA VAC QDS, 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 lif e of
your Ultra Vac QDS, maintain its maximum efficiency and promote safe operation.

If additional information is needed, or should you require trained mechanic ser vice, cont act
your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or dist r ibut or .

All Exmark equipment dealers and dist r ibut or s ar e kept informed of t he latest methods of
servicing and are equipped to provide prompt and ef ficient service in the field or at their ser vice
stations. They carry ample stock of ser vice part s or can secure them promptly for you from t he
factory.

All Exmark parts are thoroughly tested and inspected 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.............................................................................. 1

1.2 Training ................................................................................................ 1

1.3 Preparation........................................................................................... 1

1.4 Operation...........................................................................................2-3

1.5 Safety Signs.........................................................................................4

2. Specifications

2.1 Model Number and Required Accessories............................................ 5

2.2 Dimensions........................................................................................... 5

2.3 Bagging System ................................................................................... 5

3. Assembly Instructions

3.1 Assembly Diagram................................................................................ 6

3.2 Install Hopper Assembly..................................................................7-11

3.3 Install Blower Assembly................................................................. 11-12

3.4 Assemble Tubes............................................................................ 12-13

3.5 Install the Front Weight.................................................................. 13-15

3.6 Install the Caster Weights................................................................... 15

3.7 Adjustments................................................................................... 15-16

4. Operation

4.1 Pre-Start............................................................................................. 16

4.2 Mowing.......................................................................................... 16-17

4.3 Bagger Removal for Side Discharge.............................................. 17-18

4.4 Transporting..................................................................................18-19

5. Maintenance

5.1 Periodic Maintenance.................................................................... 20-21

5.2 Adjustments................................................................................... 21-22

6. Warranty ...............................................................................................

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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:

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 lett ering/Red background. Indicat es an im minently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injur y.

CAUTION: Black lettering/ Yellow backgr ound. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

1.2 TRAINING

1.2.1 Regar d the Exmark Ultra Vac QDS as a piece of power equipm ent and t each this

1.2.2 Bef or e oper at ing your Ultra Vac QDS, carefully read and understand this manual and

1.2.3 Do not allow operation of this machine by untrained personnel. Never allow

1.2.4 Avoid mowing while people, especially children, or pets, are nearby. Keep in

1.3 PREPARATION

1.3.1 Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachment s ar e needed

1.3.2 The use of personal protective equipment , such as (but not limited to) protect ion

WARNING: Black lettering/Or ange background. Indicates a potent ially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in deat h or ser ious inj ury.

which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.

regard to all who operate this unit.

the operator’s manual for your m ower 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 ma t er ial t o t hem .

children, teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the mower.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to
other people or their property.

to properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments
approved by Exmark.

for the eyes, ears, feet , and head is r ecom m 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.

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 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 the operat or or bystander s.

CAUTION

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1.4 OPERATION

Although hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the
design and configuration of the equipment, t hese factors are also dependent upon
the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of t he personnel i nvol ved in
the operation, transport, maintenance, and st orage of t he equi pment . It is essential
that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connect ed and i n operat i ng condi t ion prior
to use for mowing. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for the mower for additional
hazard control and accident prevention information.

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.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

1.4.1 Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction
and/or tip-over could occur. The operator is r esponsible for safe operation on slopes.

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.

♦ Do NOT reach into Blower unless Rotation Indicator

has Stopped. Disengage PTO, stop engine, remove
key, WAIT FOR MOVING PARTS TO STOP

♦

Do NOT operate mower without deflector chute or
entire bag system in place.

WARNING

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause

sliding and loss of control.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks,

or water can cause rollovers, which may result in
serious injury, death or drowning.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

♦ 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.

DANGER

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• Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep
banks or water. This area can be dangerous, see Figure 1.

Figure 1

SAFE ZONE FOR MOWING

• Progressively greater care is needed as the slope increases.

• Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope.

• Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill. 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.

• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and r ises t hat change the operating
angle, as rough terrain could overtur n the machine.

• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, t r ee lim bs, et c. from the mowing
area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• The operating characteristics of the machine will change with the Ultra Vac
QDS installed. The stability and traction of the machine will change as the
Ultra Vac QDS hopper fills with grass clipping s. Use pr ogressively greater
care on slopes as the hopper fills.

• Always install and remove the Ultra Vac QDS, including counterweights, as
instructed. Failure to do so will cause a reduction in stability or tr act ion. Do
not operate the mower with only a portion of the Ultra Vac Q DS inst alled.

1.4 SAFETY SIGNS

1.4.1 Keep all safety signs legible. Rem ove all g r ease, dirt and debris from saf et y
signs and instructional labels.

1.4.2 Safety signs must be replaced if they are missing or illegible.

1.4.3 When new components ar e inst alled, be sur e that current safety signs are
affixed to the replaced components.

1.4.4 Replacement safety signs may be obtained from your authorized Exmark
equipment dealer or distributor or from Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc.

1.4.5 Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the backing t o 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 safet y signs and instruction labels. They
are critical to the safe operation of your Exmark Ultra Vac QDS.

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PART NO. 103-3507
LOCATION: Top of Blower

PART NO. 103-6607
LOCATION: Top of Caster Weights &

Top of Blower

PART NO. 1-653554
LOCATION: Rear of Bag

PART NO. 1-653558
LOCATION: Top of Idler Arm

PART NO. 103-6606
LOCATION: Top of Front Weight

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PART NO. 98-5954
LOCATION: Under Bearing

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

2.1 MODEL NUMBERS AND REQUIRED ACCESSORIES:

UVD60C
The following accessories are required for installation:

Unit Serial Number Required to Mount Ultra Vac QDS
60” Lazer Z 510,000 and Higher None Required
60” Lazer Z SN 352,000 – 509,999 103-7419- Kit, 05 UV to previous Lazer Z units
60” Lazer Z XP All Serial Numbers None Required
60” Lazer Z XS All Serial Numbers 103-7876 - Kit, UV to XS

UVD72C
The following accessories are required for installation:

Unit Serial Number Required to Mount Ultra Vac QDS
72” Lazer Z 510,000 and Higher None Required
72” Lazer Z SN 352,000 – 509,999 103-7419- Kit, 05 UV to previous Lazer Z units
72” Lazer Z XP All Serial Numbers None Required
72” Lazer Z XS All Serial Numbers None Required

2.2 DIMENSIONS

5.2.1 Overall unit length w/Ultra Vac Q DS:

60" Deck 72" Deck
Lazer Z XP & Lazer Z XS 107.90" (274.1 cm) 112.00" (284.5 cm)
Lazer Z - Air Cooled 106.65" (270.9 cm) 110.75" (281.3 cm)
Lazer Z - Liquid Cooled 106.90" (271.5 cm) 111.00" (281.9 cm)

5.2.2 Overall unit width w/Ultra Vac QDS:

60" Deck 72" Deck
All Units 74.44" (189.1 cm) 86.49" (219.7 cm)

2.3 BAGGING SYSTEM

5.3.1 Weight:

60" Deck 72" Deck
Lazer Z XP 308 lbs. (140 kg) 308 lbs. (140 kg)
Lazer Z & Lazer Z XS 361 lbs. (164 kg) 308 lbs. (140 kg)

5.3.2 Collection Hopper : Steel and Polyethylene hopper. Commercial grade, cloth

mesh door with reinforced bottom.

Capacity: 11.0 bushels

5.3.3 Dump Mechanism: Manual dump from seat

5.3.4 Blower tube: fixed, abrasion resist ant m olded polyethylene

5.3.5 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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