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1.The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 20 degrees. Use the slope indicator to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do Not operate this machine on a slope greater than 20 degrees. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.

2.Align this edge with a vertical surface, a tree, building, fence pole, etc.

3.Example of how to compare slope with folded edge.

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Contents For Serial Nos 920,000 & Higher METROAll Rights Reserved CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningModel No Serial No IntroductionContents ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED SafetySafety Alert Symbol SafetyKeep away from eyes and skin Never siphon by mouth DANGERAvoid prolonged breathing of vapors Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank/container openingRemove accumulated debris from muffler and engine area OperationSlope Operation Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, to cool before touchingDo Not mow near drop-offs or near water Maintenance and StorageDo Not mow slopes when grass is wet Mow across slopes, never up and downSafety and Instructional Decals 103-2245 1-403143 98-5954 103-1623103-1798 103-2076 103-2244Pistol Grip Units Only 117-2718 103-562648 inch Deck Units Only 103-1967Model Numbers SpecificationsSpecifications Safety Interlock SystemCutting Deck DimensionsCurb Weight Torque RequirementsOperation Product OverviewOperation ControlsDrive Levers “Off-Run” SwitchChoke Control Throttle ControlStarting the Engine Pre-StartOperating Instructions Open the Fuel Shut-Off ValveFor ECS Handles Driving the MachineDrive Lever/Neutral Lock/Park Brake Latch Operation For Pistol Grip HandlesChanging Gears Keep feet and legs out from under the unit when loading and unloadingIf necessary, use assistance when loading TransportingRecommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceMaintenance Check Engine Oil Level Periodic MaintenanceService Interval Before each use or daily Service Interval As requiredCheck for Loose Hardware Check Safety Interlock SystemService Air Cleaner SERVICE DEALERChange Engine Oil Service Interval After the first 5 hoursService Interval Every 40 hours Note See chart for service intervalsChange Fuel Filter Service Interval Every 160 hoursService Interval Every 500 hours Check Spark PlugsDielectric Grease Thread Locking AdhesivesMobil HTS Grease Or Food-Grade Anti-seize Copper-Based Anti-seizeAdjusting the Cutting Height AdjustmentsAdjusting the Axle Position Adjusting the Cutting Height with Blade Spacers Adjusting the Number of Spacers below Caster Support HubTransmission Belt AdjustmentWheel Drive Belt Pulley Scrapers Engine to Mower Deck BeltCheck belt tension after the first hour of operation Blade Brake Adjustment48 inch Belt Guide Location Viewed from underneath the deck Belt Guide AdjustmentBrake and Wheel Drive Linkage Adjustment Shown with Blades DisengagedLeft Side Shown Shifter Lever Adjustment Wheel Drive Spring Tension Adjustment Shifter Detent AdjustmentPTO Safety Switch Adjustment Handle Height AdjustmentClean all debris from engine and exhaust system area CleaningClean Engine and Exhaust System Area Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling FinsMotor Oil Disposal Clean Debris From MachineClean Grass Build-Up Under Deck Waste DisposalTroubleshooting TroubleshootingCutting blades is/are bent or unbalanced Schematics SchematicsOwner’s Responsibilities Exmark Commercial Turf Equipment2 Year Limited Warranty Instructions for Obtaining Warranty ServicePage Description of Work Done Service RecordService Done By DatePage This page may be copied for personal use WALK-BEHIND ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONSMID-MOUNT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS OUT-FRONT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS