Exmark M216KA, M216KASP Specifications, Introduction, General Lawn Mower Safety, Training

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Specifications

Model Number:

M216KA, M216KASP

Engine:

Kawasaki 6.0HP OHV

 

3300 RPM (No load)

Fuel System:

 

Capacity:

4.0 qt. (3.8 L)

Fuel filter:

Non-replaceable, in tank

Transmission:

 

3 speeds forward

 

Speed range:

 

First

1.8 mph (2.9 km/h)

Second

2.7 mph (4.3 km/h)

Third

3.8 mph (6.1 km/h)

Cutting Width:

21 in. (53 cm)

Cutting Height:

Adjusts in 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) increments from

.75 in. (1.9 cm) to 3.25 in. (8.3 cm)

Grass Catcher Capacity

2.5 Bu. (88 L)

Weight (with bag):

 

M216KA

95 lb. (43.1 kg)

M216KASP

107 lb. (48.5 kg)

Introduction

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although Exmark designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

This manual uses two other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special

mechanical information and Note: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.

Safety

This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers and the B71.4 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.

Improperly using or maintaining this lawn mower can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury, comply with these safety instructions.

Exmark designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service; however, failure to comply with the following instructions may result in personal injury.

Warning

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.

Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you and any other operator of the lawn mower read and understand the contents of this manual before the engine is ever started. Pay particular attention to the

safety alert symbol which means caution, warning,

or danger Ð ªpersonal safety instruction.º Read and understand the instruction because it has to do with safety. Failure to comply with the instruction may result in personal injury.

General Lawn Mower Safety

This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Training

•Read this operator's manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the lawn mower before starting it.

•Never allow children to operate the lawn mower. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

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Contents M216KA / M216KASP Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Contents General Lawn Mower Safety SpecificationsSafety IntroductionPreparation OperationExmark Lawn Mower Safety Maintenance and StorageGeneral Operation Safety and Instruction Decals Assembly Installing the HandleInstalling the Starter Rope Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel LineInstalling the Discharge Tunnel Plug Before Starting Filling the Crankcase with OilOil Capacity 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 EngineUsing the Discharge Tunnel Plug Adjusting the Cutting HeightOperating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive Mowing with the Grass Bag Using the Grass BagInstalling the Grass Bag Removing the Grass BagOperating Tips Cutting GrassCutting Leaves Maintenance Recommended Maintenance ScheduleWashing Method Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower HousingChecking the Engine Oil Level Scraping MethodCleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug Servicing the Air FilterChanging the Engine Oil Maintaining the Cutting Blade Inspecting the BladeRemoving 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 FilterAdjusting the Blade Brake Cable Lubricating the Gear CaseHand-push Model only 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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