Exmark 4501-191 Rev.A manual Operating the Blades, Stopping the Engine, Engaging the Blades

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Operation

2.Move the throttle midway to the Fast position.

Note: Always engage the blades with the throttle in the midway position.

3.Pull out on the blade control switch, to the On position, to engage the blades (Figure 9).

Figure 8

1.

Ignition key

5.

Throttle lever

2.

Off

6.

Choke control

3.

Run

7.

Blade control

 

 

 

switch—Off position

4.Start

3.Pull up on the choke control to engage the choke before starting a cold engine (Figure 8).

Note: A warm or hot engine may not require choking.

4.Turn the ignition key to Start to energize the starter. When the engine starts, release the key (Figure 8).

Important: Do Not engage the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine fails to start, allow a 60 second cool-down period between attempts. Failure to follow these instructions can burn out the starter motor.

5.Once the engine starts, gradually push down the choke control as the engine warms. If the engine stalls or hesitates, slightly pull the control up for a few seconds.

Operating the Blades

The blade control switch, represented by a power take-off (PTO) symbol, engages and disengages power to the mower blades. This switch controls power to any attachments that draw power from the engine, including the mower deck and cutting blades.

Engaging the Blades

1.Release pressure on the motion control levers and place the machine in neutral.

Figure 9

1. Throttle–Midway position 2. Blade control switch—On position

4.Move throttle to full forward position before mowing.

Disengaging the Blades

Set throttle to midway position. Push the blade control switch to Off to disengage the blades (Figure 8).

Stopping the Engine

1.Bring the unit to a full stop.

2.Disengage the blades.

3.Move the motion control levers out to engage the parking brake.

4.Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions.

5.Allow the engine to run for a minimum of 15 seconds, then turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position to stop the engine.

6.Remove the key to prevent children or other unauthorized persons from starting engine.

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Contents Quest California Introduction Contents Safety Alert Symbol SafetySafe Operating Practices General OperationSlope Operation ServiceChildren TowingGeneral Service Exmark Riding Mower SafetySafety 106-8717 Safety and Instructional Decals119-8814 PTO Switch Symbols 116-4220 120-2239 Specifications Model NumbersSystems Dimensions Torque Requirements Product OverviewControls OperationOperating Instructions Think Safety FirstHeight-of-Cut Foot Lever Fuel WindowRecommended Gasoline Using Stabilizer/ConditionerChecking the Engine Oil Level Starting the EngineFilling the Fuel Tank Stopping the Engine Operating the BladesEngaging the Blades Disengaging the BladesUnderstanding the Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock SystemTesting the Safety Interlock System Driving Forward or BackwardBackward Adjusting the Height of Cut Adjusting the Anti-Scalp RollersStopping the Machine Inch Deck Positioning the SeatAdjusting the Motion Control Levers Changing the Seat Ride SuspensionPushing the Machine by Hand Transporting Side DischargeTo Operate the Machine Transporting a UnitOperating Tips Keep the Underside of the Mower Clean When StoppingBlade Maintenance Long GrassRecommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceRaising the Seat LubricationGreasing the Bearings Servicing the Air Cleaner Engine MaintenanceCleaning the Element Servicing the Engine OilChanging the Oil and Filter Servicing the Spark Plug Installing the Spark PlugRemoving the Spark Plug Checking the Spark PlugFuel System Maintenance Cleaning the Blower HousingServicing the Emissions Filter Replacing the Fuel FilterElectrical System Maintenance Charging the BatteryRemoving the Battery Recommended Jump Starting Procedure Checking the Battery ChargeDo Not jump start a weak battery if these conditions exist Installing the BatteryServicing the Fuses Drive System Maintenance Checking the Tire PressureReleasing the Electric Brake Checking the Hydraulic Oil LevelRemoving Hydraulic System Filters Changing the Hydraulic System Filter and OilInstalling the Hydraulic System Filters Bleeding the Hydraulic System Mower Maintenance Servicing the Cutting BladesBefore Inspecting or Servicing the Blades Inspecting the BladesMeasure from the tip of the blade to the flat surface here Checking for Bent BladesSharpening the Blades Removing the BladesInstalling the Blades Leveling the Mower DeckSide-to-Side Leveling Blades side to side Adjusting the Front-to-Rear Blade Slope Removing the Mower Mower Belt MaintenanceInspecting the Belts Replacing the Mower BeltInstalling the Mower Deflector Replacing the DischargeRod Deck brackets Spring Washing the Underside of the Mower Clean Engine and Exhaust System AreaStorage Cleaning and StorageProblem Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingTo Pushing the Machine by Hand Electrical Diagram SchematicsElectrical Logic Schematic Exmark Quest Turf Equipment Page Page Date Description of Work Done Service Done By Service RecordPage This page may be copied for personal use Exmark Accessories and Options

4501-191 Rev.A specifications

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