Exmark M216KA, M216KASP manual Potential Hazard

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IMPORTANT

When the mower is used or operated on any California forest-, brush- or grass-covered land, a working spark arrester must be attached to the muffler. If not, the operator is violating state law, Section 4442 Public Resource Code. To acquire a spark arrester for your unit, see your Engine Service Dealer.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•This product is a piece of power equipment.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

•Failure to follow safe operating practices can result in serious operator injury or even death.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

•Keep all shields, guards, and safety devices (especially the grass discharge system) in place and in proper working condition.

•Before adjusting, servicing, or performing maintenance, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop, then remove the spark plug wire or remove the key.

•If the mower deck becomes clogged, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop, then remove the spark plug wire or remove the key before cleaning the blockage.

•Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power-driven parts.

•Keep off the mower unless the seat platform is provided.

•Keep others off the mower.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors has caused cancer in laboratory animals.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

•Failure to use caution may cause serious injury or illness.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

•Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.

•Keep face away from nozzle and gasoline tank/container opening.

•Keep gasoline away from eyes and skin.

•Never siphon gasoline by mouth.

Exmark reserves the right to make changes to add improvements to its products at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes to products manufactured previously. Exmark, or its distributors and dealers, accept no responsibility for variations which may be evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication.

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Contents M216KA / M216KASP Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Contents General Lawn Mower Safety SpecificationsSafety IntroductionPreparation OperationGeneral Operation Exmark Lawn Mower SafetyMaintenance and Storage Safety and Instruction Decals Assembly Installing the HandleInstalling the Discharge Tunnel Plug Installing the Starter RopeInstalling the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line Oil Capacity Before StartingFilling the Crankcase with Oil Never buy more than a 30-day supply Filling the Fuel Tank with GasolineKeep it out of the reach of children GasolineStarting the Engine OperationControls Stopping the EngineOperating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive Using the Discharge Tunnel PlugAdjusting the Cutting Height Mowing with the Grass Bag Using the Grass BagInstalling the Grass Bag Removing the Grass BagCutting Leaves Operating TipsCutting Grass Maintenance Recommended Maintenance ScheduleWashing Method Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower HousingChecking the Engine Oil Level Scraping MethodChanging the Engine Oil Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and PlugServicing the Air Filter Removing the Blade Maintaining the Cutting BladeInspecting the Blade Installing the Blade Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel FilterCleaning under the Belt Cover Sharpening the BladeAdjusting the Self-propel Drive Lubricating the Pivot ArmsServicing the Spark Plug Changing the Oil FilterHand-push Model only Adjusting the Blade Brake CableLubricating the Gear Case Preparing the Fuel System StorageServicing the Wheels Removing the WheelsGeneral Information AccessoriesPreparing the Engine Removing the Lawn Mower from StorageTroubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective ActionProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action Limited Warranty Exmark Turf Equipment Conditions and Products CoveredDescription Work Done Service Done By DateSee Exmarks Complete Line of Products for Turf Care
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