Exmark VT730EKC524, VT691KA484CA manual Release the Cushion for Rear Access, Check Mower Blades

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Maintenance

6.Raise the cushion and slide it onto the pins on both sides of the machine (Figure 17).

7.Push the plastic slides into the cushion bracket and secure them with a hairpin.

Figure 16

1.Positive (+) cable on discharged battery

2.Positive (+) cable on booster battery

3.Negative (–) cable on the booster battery

4.Negative (–) cable on the engine block

5.Booster battery

6.Discharged battery

7.Engine block

4.Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery.

5.Connect the black negative (–) cable to the other terminal (negative) of the booster battery.

6.MAKE THE FINAL CONNECTION ON THE ENGINE BLOCK OF THE STALLED VEHICLE (NOT TO THE NEGATIVE POST) AWAY FROM THE BATTERY. STAND BACK.

7.Start the vehicle and remove the cables in the reverse order of connection (the engine block (black) connection is the first to disconnect).

Release the Cushion for Rear Access

Service Interval: As required

The cushion can be released for rear access to the machine for maintenance or adjustment.

1.Lower the platform.

2.Remove the hairpins on each side of the cushion.

3.Push the plastic slides to the inside.

4.Remove the cushion and lower it to the platform.

5.Perform any maintenance or adjustment on the machine.

Figure 17

1.Plastic slide

2.Cushion bracket with key hole

3.Hairpin

Check Mower Blades

Service Interval: Before each use or daily

1.Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake.

2.Lift deck and secure in raised position as stated in the Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck section.

3.Inspect blades and sharpen or replace as required.

4.Reinstall the blades (if they were removed) in the following order:

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Contents Vantage California Introduction Contents Safety Alert Symbol SafetySafe Operating Practices TrainingSafety Slope Operation OperationMaintenance and Storage Safety Safety and Instructional Decals 116-0404 116-2040 116-3076 116-7217 116-5040 116-4648 Systems SpecificationsModel Numbers Dimensions Product Overview Curb WeightTorque Requirements Tread Width Outside to OutsideControls OperationPark Brake Lever Ignition SwitchHour Meter Fuel Shut-Off ValveOperating Instructions Pre-StartStopping the Engine PTO EngagementDisengaging the PTO Driving Forward Driving the MachineOperating the Platform Adjusting the Front Reference/Speed Control BarOperating the Machine with the Platform Down Operating the Machine with the Platform UpTransporting a Unit Adjusting the Cutting HeightTransporting Loading a Unit Recommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceCheck Engine Oil Level Check Battery ChargeRecommended Jump Starting Procedure Check Mower Blades Release the Cushion for Rear AccessBlade control switch PTO is pulled on Check Safety Interlock SystemCheck for Loose Hardware Service Air CleanerChange Engine Oil Check Hydraulic Oil LevelCheck Condition Of Belts Check Tire PressuresLubricate Grease Fittings Lubricate Caster Wheel HubsChange Hydraulic System Filter and Fluid Check Spark PlugsChange Fuel Filter Level Hydraulic System Air PurgeCheck Spark Arrester if equipped Wheel Hub Nut Torque SpecificationMobil HTS Grease Or Food-Grade Anti-seize Thread Locking AdhesivesCopper-Based Anti-seize Dielectric GreaseAdjusting the Cutting Deck Rake Park Brake Adjustment Adjusting the Rear of the DeckPump Drive Belt Tension Mower Deck Drive Belt TensionChecking the Tire Pressure in Drive System Removing the Shim Electric Clutch AdjustmentMotion Control Neutral Adjustment Check the Neutral Switch Alignment Motion Control Tracking AdjustmentAdjust RH Motion Control Handle Position Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load Adjustment Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling Fins Clean Engine and Exhaust System AreaClean Debris From Machine Clean Grass Build-Up Under DeckBattery Disposal Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Electrical Diagram-All Units Except Kohler EFI SchematicsElectrical Diagram-Kohler EFI Electrical Schematic-All Units Except Kohler EFI Electrical Schematic-Kohler EFI Hydraulic Diagram General Warranty Conditions and Products Covered Page Date Description of Work Done Service Done By Service RecordPage This page may be copied for personal use Exmark Accessories and Options