Exmark 4500-996 Rev A manual Drive Wheel Release Valves, PTO Engagement Switch, Do Not tow machine

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Drive Wheel Release Valves

Operation

The fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the fuel when the machine will not be used for a few days, during transport to and from the jobsite, and when parked inside a building.

Align valve handle with the fuel line to open. Rotate 90° to close.

Drive Wheel Release Valves

WARNING

Hands may become entangled in the rotating drive components below the engine deck, which could result in serious injury or death.

Stop engine, remove key, allow all the moving parts to stop before accessing the drive wheel release valves.

WARNING

The engine and hydraulic drive units can become very hot. Touching a hot engine or hydraulic drive units can cause severe burns.

Allow the engine and hydraulic drive units to cool completely before accessing the drive wheel release valves.

Located on the left and right sides underneath the engine deck.

During normal operating conditions, the drive wheel release valves are positioned in front of the slots. If the machine has to be pushed by hand, the valves must be in the “released” position (see Figure 9).

Figure 9

1.Front of the machine

2.Rotate bypass release knob counterclockwise to loosen

3.Lever position for operating the machine

4.Pull lever in this direction to push the machine

5.Lever position for pushing the machine

6.Rotate bypass release knob clockwise to tighten

7.Release lever

To release the drive system (see item 1 in Figure 9), loosen the knob by turning counterclockwise. Then pull the release lever on the underside of machine towards the back of the machine and retighten the knob to hold the release lever back in the released state. Repeat this on each side of the machine.

Release the parking brake. The machine is now able to be pushed by hand.

To reset the drive system (see item 2 in Figure 9), loosen the knob by turning counterclockwise. Then push the release lever on the underside of machine towards the front of the machine and retighten the knob to hold the release lever in the operating state. Repeat this on each side of the machine.

Do Not tow machine.

PTO Engagement Switch

Located on right console (see Figure 6).

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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 Safety Alert SymbolSafety ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVEDDANGER Avoid prolonged breathing of vaporsKeep face away from nozzle and gas tank/container opening Keep away from eyes and skin Never siphon by mouthOperation Slope OperationAllow engine parts, especially the muffler, to cool before touching Remove accumulated debris from muffler and engine areaUsing the Rollover Protection System ROPS Maintenance and StorageDo Not mow slopes when grass is wet Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessaryDo Not swallow electrolyte Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from batteryVentilate when charging or using battery in an enclosed space Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to find hydraulic leaks Safety and Instructional Decals 107-2102 109-6014PTO Switch Symbols 116-6363116-4308 116-4465Reverse 109-6016116-4430 Specifications SpecificationsSafety Interlock System Model NumbersTires & Wheels SeatHydrostatic Ground Drive System Cutting DeckDimensions Curb WeightTorque Requirements Overall WidthProduct Overview ControlsOperation Motion Control LeversIgnition Switch Throttle ControlBrake Lever Hour MeterDo Not tow machine PTO Engagement SwitchDrive Wheel Release Valves Pre-Start Operating InstructionsDeck Lift Pedal Transport LockEngaging the PTO Open the Fuel Shut-Off ValveStarting the Engine Use caution when making turns Disengaging the PTOStopping the Engine Driving the MachineAdjusting the Cutting Height Driving in ReverseAdjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers TransportingTransporting a Unit Do Not drive a unit on a public street or roadwayUse extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp Loading a UnitMaintenance MaintenanceRecommended Maintenance Schedules Periodic Maintenance Check Battery ChargeRecommended Jump Starting Procedure Service Interval Before each use or dailyDo Not jump start a weak battery if these conditions exist Check Mower BladesBatteries contain acid and produce explosive gases Shield the eyes and face from the batteries at all timesCheck Safety Interlock System SERVICE DEALER4. Blade bolt washer assembly - Torque to 50-60 ft-lb 1. Spindle 2. Blade 3. Blade drive washerService Air Cleaner Service Interval After the first 5 hoursCheck Rollover Protections Systems Roll Bar Knobs Check Seat BeltService Interval Every 50 hours Note See chart for service intervalsService Interval Every 200 hours Check Tire PressuresService Interval Every 500 hours Service Interval After the first 100 hoursReplace Emissions Air Intake Filter Change Hydraulic System Filter and FluidDo Not refuel or run engine unless spark arrester is installed Check Spark Arrester if equippedThread Locking Adhesives Copper-Based Anti-seizeAdjustments Adjusting the Blade SlopeDeck Leveling Blade SlopeDeck Belt Tension Adjusting the Parking BrakePump Drive Belt Tension Adjusting the Tilt Motion Control Handle AdjustmentAdjusting the height Full Forward Tracking Adjustment Motion Control Linkage AdjustmentAdjusting the Seat Ride Suspension Electric Clutch AdjustmentNo adjustment necessary 8. Tighten nutsCleaning Clean Engine and Exhaust System AreaRemove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling Fins 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 unbalancedElectrical Diagram SchematicsSchematics Electrical Logic Schematic Pioneer E-Series Turf Equipment 1 Year Limited Commercial Warranty4 Year or 500 Hours Limited Consumer Warranty General Warranty Conditions and Products CoveredPage Page Service Record Service Done ByDate Description of Work DonePage This page may be copied for personal use SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS MID-MOUNT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONSOUT-FRONT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS WALK-BEHIND ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS