Exmark E-Series manual Using the Rollover Protection System Rops, Maintenance and Storage

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Safety

DANGER

Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.

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.

Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt.

See inside the back cover to determine the approximate slope angle of the area to be mowed.

Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water. (Figure 3).

Figure 3

1.Safe Zone-Use the mower here on slopes less than 15 degrees

2.Danger Zone-Use a walk behind mower and/or hand trimmer on slopes greater than 15 degrees, near drop-offs and water.

3.Water

Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from the mowing area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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

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

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.

Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability.

Use extreme care with grass catchers or attachments. These can change the stability of the machine and cause loss of control.

Using the Rollover Protection System (ROPS)

A Rollover Protection System (roll bar) is installed on the unit.

WARNING

There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning.

Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt.

Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary.

Do Not wear seat belt when the roll bar is down.

Drive slowly and carefully.

Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.

Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches, doorways, and electrical wires) before driving under any objects and Do Not contact them.

In the event of a rollover, take the unit to an Authorized Service Dealer to have the ROPS inspected.

Maintenance and Storage

Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect

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Contents Pioneer E-SERIES California Introduction Contents Safety Safety Alert SymbolSafe Operating Practices TrainingSafety Operation Slope OperationUsing the Rollover Protection System Rops Maintenance and StorageSafety Safety Safety and Instructional Decals 109-6014 116-1119 107-2102 116-1121 116-3303 116-4465 116-4430 Systems SpecificationsModel Numbers Dimensions Hydrostatic Ground Drive SystemTires & Wheels Cutting DeckTorque Requirements Product Overview Operation ControlsMotion Control Levers Choke ControlIgnition Switch Fuel Shut-Off Valve Throttle ControlBrake Lever Hour MeterPTO Engagement Switch Drive Wheel Release ValvesPre-Start Operating InstructionsDeck Lift Pedal Transport LockEngaging the PTO Open the Fuel Shut-Off ValveStarting the Engine Driving the Machine Disengaging the PTOStopping the Engine Adjusting the Cutting Height Adjusting the Anti-Scalp RollersLoading a Unit TransportingTransporting a Unit Operation Maintenance Recommended Maintenance SchedulesCheck Engine Oil Level Check Battery ChargeRecommended Jump Starting Procedure Do Not jump start a weak battery if these conditions exist Check Mower BladesCheck Safety Interlock System Service DealerService Air Cleaner Check Rollover Protections Systems Roll Bar KnobsCheck Seat Belt Check for Loose HardwareCheck Tire Pressures Check Condition Of BeltsLubricate Grease Fittings Check Spark PlugsService Interval After the first 100 hours Change Hydraulic System Filter and FluidCheck Spark Arrester if equipped Thread Locking AdhesivesCopper-Based Anti-seize Dielectric GreaseAdjusting the Blade Slope Deck LevelingDeck Belt Tension Adjusting the Parking BrakePump Drive Belt Tension Motion Control Handle Adjustment Full Forward Tracking AdjustmentMotion Control Linkage Adjustment Adjusting the Seat Ride Suspension Electric Clutch AdjustmentClean Engine and Exhaust System Area Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling FinsClean Hydro Fan Cooling Fins Clean Debris From MachineBattery Disposal Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective ActionSee Drive Wheel Release Valves section Schematics Electrical DiagramElectrical Logic Schematic Pioneer E-Series Turf Equipment Page Page Service Record Date Description of Work Done Service Done ByPage This page may be copied for personal use See EXMARK’S Complete Line of Accessories and Options