Exmark VT691KA524CA manual Thread Locking Adhesives, Mobil HTS Grease Or Food-Grade Anti-seize

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Maintenance

Thread Locking Adhesives

Thread locking adhesives such as “Loctite 242” or “Fel-Pro, Pro-Lock Nut Type” are used on the following fasteners:

•Pump sheave setscrews.

•Sheave retaining bolt in end of engine crankshaft.

•Caster wheel spacer nuts.

•Platform spring pin.

Mobil HTS Grease (Or Food-Grade Anti-seize)

Mobil HTS grease (or food-grade anti-seize) is used in the following locations:

Between splines of the cutter housing spindle and sheave.

Copper-Based Anti-seize

Copper-based anti-seize is used in the following locations:

•On threads of Blade Bolts. See Check Mower Blades section.

•Between engine crankshaft, pump drive sheave, and clutch.

•Between pump shafts and sheaves.

Dielectric Grease

Dielectric grease is used on all blade type electrical connections to prevent corrosion and loss of contact. Dielectric grease should not be applied to sealed connectors.

Adjustments

Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and remove key before servicing, cleaning, or making any adjustments to the unit.

CAUTION

Raising the mower for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall, which could cause injury.

Do Not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support.

Deck Leveling

Note: Side to side deck leveling should be done by an Authorized Service Dealer. Small adjustments can be accomplished by increasing the tire pressure in the tire on the low side.

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

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

3.Check the air pressure in the drive tires. If needed, adjust to the recommended inflation; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure in Drive System Maintenance section.

4.Set the height of cut lever to the 3 inch (7.6 cm) position.

5.Raise the discharge deflector.

6.Carefully rotate the blades front to rear. Measure from the tip of the front blade to the level surface (Figure 22). The blades should measure 3 inches (7.6 cm).

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Contents Vantage California Introduction Contents Safety Safety Alert SymbolSafe Operating Practices TrainingSafety Operation Slope OperationMaintenance and Storage Safety Safety and Instructional Decals 116-0404 116-2040 116-3076 116-7217 116-5040 116-4648 Specifications Model NumbersSystems Dimensions Curb Weight Product OverviewTorque Requirements Tread Width Outside to OutsideOperation ControlsIgnition Switch Park Brake LeverHour Meter Fuel Shut-Off ValvePre-Start Operating InstructionsPTO Engagement Disengaging the PTOStopping the Engine Driving the Machine Driving ForwardAdjusting the Front Reference/Speed Control Bar Operating the PlatformOperating the Machine with the Platform Up Operating the Machine with the Platform DownAdjusting the Cutting Height TransportingTransporting a Unit Loading a Unit Maintenance Recommended Maintenance SchedulesCheck Battery Charge Check Engine Oil LevelRecommended Jump Starting Procedure Release the Cushion for Rear Access Check Mower BladesCheck Safety Interlock System Blade control switch PTO is pulled onService Air Cleaner Check for Loose HardwareChange Engine Oil Check Hydraulic Oil LevelCheck Tire Pressures Check Condition Of BeltsLubricate Grease Fittings Lubricate Caster Wheel HubsCheck Spark Plugs Change Fuel FilterChange Hydraulic System Filter and Fluid Hydraulic System Air Purge LevelWheel Hub Nut Torque Specification Check Spark Arrester if equippedThread Locking Adhesives Mobil HTS Grease Or Food-Grade Anti-seizeCopper-Based Anti-seize Dielectric GreaseAdjusting the Cutting Deck Rake Adjusting the Rear of the Deck Park Brake AdjustmentPump Drive Belt Tension Mower Deck Drive Belt TensionChecking the Tire Pressure in Drive System Electric Clutch Adjustment Removing the ShimMotion Control Neutral Adjustment Motion Control Tracking Adjustment Check the Neutral Switch AlignmentAdjust RH Motion Control Handle Position Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load Adjustment Clean Engine and Exhaust System Area Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling FinsClean Debris From Machine Clean Grass Build-Up Under DeckBattery Disposal Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective ActionTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Schematics Electrical Diagram-All Units Except Kohler EFIElectrical Diagram-Kohler EFI Electrical Schematic-All Units Except Kohler EFI Electrical Schematic-Kohler EFI Hydraulic Diagram General Warranty Conditions and Products Covered Page Service Record Date Description of Work Done Service Done ByPage This page may be copied for personal use Exmark Accessories and Options

VT691KA524CA, VT691KA484CA, VT651KA484, VT730EKC524, VT691KA524 specifications

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