Exmark 4500-450 manual Changing the Seat Ride Suspension, Adjusting the Motion Control Levers

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Operation

1.Tip the seat forward.

2.Loosen the knob.

3.Move the seat to the desired position.

4.Tighten the knob.

5.Tip the seat back tot he closed position.

Changing the Seat Ride Suspension

The number of seat springs can be changed to maximize rider comfort. More springs should be used with heavier operators and on rough terrain. Fewer springs should be used with lighter operators and when mowing smooth, well established lawns. Always keep the number of springs on the left and right side the same when adding and removing springs.

Figure 13

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Bolt

3.

Nut

2.

Spring

4.

Additional mounting

 

 

 

holes

Up to five springs can be secured to the seat box with a nut and bolt, see Figure 13.

Refer to your Parts Manual for spring and hardware part numbers.

Adjusting the Motion Control Levers

Adjusting the Height

The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or lower for maximum operator comfort.

1.Remove the two bolts holding the control lever to the control arm shaft (Figure 14).

Figure 14

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Bolt

4.

Control arm shaft

2.

Washer

5.

Nut

3.Control lever

2.Move the control lever to the next set of holes. Secure the lever with the two bolts.

3.Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever.

Adjusting the Tilt

The motion control levers can be tilted fore or aft for maximum operator comfort.

1.Loosen the upper bolt holding the control lever to the control arm shaft.

2.Loosen the lower bolt just enough to pivot the control lever fore or aft (Figure 14). Tighten both bolts to secure the control in the new position.

3.Repeat the adjustment for the opposite control lever.

Pushing the Machine by Hand

Important: Always push the machine by hand. Never tow the machine because damage may occur.

To Push the Machine

1.Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch.

2.Move the motion control levers outward to neutral position, engage parking brake, stop the

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4500-450 specifications

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