Exmark 4500-996 Rev A manual Contents

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Contents
Introduction	3
Safety	5
Safety Alert Symbol	5
Safe Operating Practices	5
Safety and Instructional Decals	11
Specifications	15
Model Numbers	15
Systems	15
Dimensions	17
Torque Requirements	17
Product Overview	18
Operation	18
Controls	18
Pre-Start	21
Operating Instructions	21
Transporting	25
Maintenance	27
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)	27
Periodic Maintenance	28
Check Engine Oil Level	28
Check Battery Charge	28
Check Mower Blades	29
Check Safety Interlock System	30
Check Rollover Protections Systems (Roll
Bar) Knobs	31
Check Seat Belt	31
Check for Loose Hardware	31
Service Air Cleaner	31
Change Engine Oil	31
Check Hydraulic Oil Level	31
Check Tire Pressures	32
Check Condition Of Belts	32
Lubricate Grease Fittings	32
Check Spark Plugs	32
Replace Emissions Air Intake Filter	33
Change Hydraulic System Filter and
Fluid	33
Check Spark Arrester (if equipped)	34
Thread Locking Adhesives	34
Copper-BasedAnti-seize	34
Dielectric Grease	34
Adjustments	35
Deck Leveling	35
Adjusting the Blade Slope	35
Pump Drive Belt Tension	36
Deck Belt Tension	36
Adjusting the Parking Brake	36
Motion Control Handle Adjustment	37
Full Forward Tracking Adjustment	38

Motion Control Linkage Adjustment	38
Adjusting the Seat Ride Suspension	39
Electric Clutch Adjustment	39
Cleaning	40
Clean Engine and Exhaust System
Area	40
Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean
Cooling Fins	40
Clean Hydro Fan Cooling Fins	40
Clean Debris From Machine	40
Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck	40
Waste Disposal	40
Troubleshooting	42
Schematics	44

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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 necessaryVentilate when charging or using battery in an enclosed space Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away from batteryDo Not swallow electrolyte Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to find hydraulic leaks Safety and Instructional Decals 107-2102 109-6014PTO Switch Symbols 116-6363116-4308 116-4465116-4430 109-6016Reverse 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 MeterDrive Wheel Release Valves PTO Engagement SwitchDo Not tow machine Pre-Start Operating InstructionsDeck Lift Pedal Transport LockStarting the Engine Open the Fuel Shut-Off ValveEngaging the PTO 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 UnitRecommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceMaintenance 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 SlopePump Drive Belt Tension Adjusting the Parking BrakeDeck Belt Tension Adjusting the height Motion Control Handle AdjustmentAdjusting the Tilt 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 unbalancedSchematics SchematicsElectrical Diagram 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