Exmark 4500-996 Rev A Product Overview, Controls, Operation, Motion Control Levers, Choke Control

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Operation

Operation

Product Overview

Operation

Figure 4

1.	Rollover Protection	5.	Motion control levers
	System (ROPS)
2.	Engine Controls (right	6.	Parking brake
	console)
3.	Seat belt	7.	Height of cut adjustment

4.Fuel cap

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Controls

Motion Control Levers

The motion control levers located on each side of the console control the forward and reverse motion of the machine.

Moving the levers forward or backward turns the wheel on the same side forward or reverse respectively. Wheel speed is proportional to the amount the lever is moved.

Moving the levers outward from the center position into the T-slot locks them in the neutral position (Figure 5).

Figure 5

1.	Neutral lock position	4.	Forward
	(handles out)
2.	Neutral operate position	5.	Neutral (operate)
	(handles in)
3.	Front of unit	6.	Reverse

Choke Control

Located on right console (black lever) (see Figure 6).

The choke is used to aid in starting a cold engine. Moving the choke lever forward will put the choke in the “ON” position and moving the choke lever to the

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Contents PIONEER E-SERIES For Serial Nos 312,000,000 & HigherCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning All Rights ReservedIntroduction Model No Serial NoContents Safety SafetySafety Alert Symbol ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVEDKeep face away from nozzle and gas tank/container opening DANGERAvoid prolonged breathing of vapors Keep away from eyes and skin Never siphon by mouthAllow engine parts, especially the muffler, to cool before touching OperationSlope Operation Remove accumulated debris from muffler and engine areaDo Not mow slopes when grass is wet Using the Rollover Protection System ROPSMaintenance and Storage Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessaryKeep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from battery Ventilate when charging or using battery in an enclosed spaceDo Not swallow electrolyte Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to find hydraulic leaks Safety and Instructional Decals 107-2102 109-6014116-4308 PTO Switch Symbols116-6363 116-4465109-6016 116-4430Reverse Safety Interlock System SpecificationsSpecifications Model NumbersHydrostatic Ground Drive System Tires & WheelsSeat Cutting DeckTorque Requirements DimensionsCurb Weight Overall WidthOperation Product OverviewControls Motion Control LeversBrake Lever Ignition SwitchThrottle Control Hour MeterPTO Engagement Switch Drive Wheel Release ValvesDo Not tow machine Deck Lift Pedal Pre-StartOperating Instructions Transport LockOpen the Fuel Shut-Off Valve Starting the EngineEngaging the PTO Stopping the Engine Use caution when making turnsDisengaging the PTO Driving the MachineAdjusting the Cutting Height Driving in ReverseTransporting a Unit Adjusting the Anti-Scalp RollersTransporting Do Not drive a unit on a public street or roadwayUse extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp Loading a UnitMaintenance Recommended Maintenance SchedulesMaintenance Recommended Jump Starting Procedure Periodic MaintenanceCheck Battery Charge Service Interval Before each use or dailyBatteries contain acid and produce explosive gases Do Not jump start a weak battery if these conditions existCheck Mower Blades Shield the eyes and face from the batteries at all times4. Blade bolt washer assembly - Torque to 50-60 ft-lb Check Safety Interlock SystemSERVICE DEALER 1. Spindle 2. Blade 3. Blade drive washerCheck Rollover Protections Systems Roll Bar Knobs Service Air CleanerService Interval After the first 5 hours Check Seat BeltService Interval Every 200 hours Service Interval Every 50 hoursNote See chart for service intervals Check Tire PressuresReplace Emissions Air Intake Filter Service Interval Every 500 hoursService Interval After the first 100 hours Change Hydraulic System Filter and FluidThread Locking Adhesives Do Not refuel or run engine unless spark arrester is installedCheck Spark Arrester if equipped Copper-Based Anti-seizeDeck Leveling AdjustmentsAdjusting the Blade Slope Blade SlopeAdjusting the Parking Brake Pump Drive Belt TensionDeck Belt Tension Motion Control Handle Adjustment Adjusting the heightAdjusting the Tilt Full Forward Tracking Adjustment Motion Control Linkage AdjustmentNo adjustment necessary Adjusting the Seat Ride SuspensionElectric Clutch Adjustment 8. Tighten nutsRemove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling Fins CleaningClean Engine and Exhaust System Area Clean Hydro Fan Cooling FinsBattery Disposal recycling center or according to your state and local regulationsTroubleshooting Troubleshootingsee Drive Wheel Release Valves section Cutting blades is/are bent or unbalancedSchematics SchematicsElectrical Diagram Electrical Logic Schematic 4 Year or 500 Hours Limited Consumer Warranty Pioneer E-Series Turf Equipment1 Year Limited Commercial Warranty General Warranty Conditions and Products CoveredPage Page Date Service RecordService Done By Description of Work DonePage This page may be copied for personal use OUT-FRONT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONSMID-MOUNT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS WALK-BEHIND ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS