Exmark Metro manual Operation

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DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

A static charge can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Purchase and store gasoline only in an approved container.

Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge.

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground.

If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

1.4OPERATION

Although hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the design and configuration of the equipment, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment. It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating condition prior to use for mowing.

1.4.1Give complete, undivided attention to the job at hand.

1.4.2Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. DO NOT operate the mower when children or others are in the area.

1.4.3When feasible, avoid operating the equipment in wet grass.

1.4.4Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction and/or control could occur. Mow across slopes with walk behind mowers, never Up and down. Loss of control and/or loss of operator’s footing could result in a fall with an arm or leg getting under the mower or engine deck and sustaining serious injury. Drive slower on slopes. DO NOT operate on slopes greater than 20 Degrees. Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises which can cause erratic handlebar movement and loss of footing. Keep away from drop-offs and steep banks. Avoid sudden starts. Look down and behind you before and while moving backwards. DO NOT mow slopes when grass is wet - slippery conditions create hazardous footing, affect steering, and reduce traction and braking. The operator

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Contents Page Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Table of Contents Safety Your Safety is InvolvedSafety Alert Symbol TrainingPotential Hazard Operation Maintenance and Storage Safety Signs Riding AttachmentsPage Specifications Tires DimensionsWheel Drive System Assembly Instructions Torque RequirementsUpper Handle Height Adjustment Kohler Speed Control Throttle Cable HOOK-UPHP Kawasaki Speed Control Throttle Cable HOOK-UP 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki Speed Control Throttle Cable HOOK-UPFor 12.5 HP Kawasaki, 10.5 HP B&S and Kohler engines For 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki enginesLever and ROD Adjustment This Clearance should be Equal Shifter Lever To TransmissionNeutral Lock Lever Clearance Drive Lever Hardware LocationOperation Instructions ControlsDrive LEVER, Neutral LOCK/PARK Brake Latch Operation PRE-START Be sure ignition switch is in the OFF position Operating Instructions Rotating blades under the mower deck are dangerous Transporting Maintenance and AdjustmentsPeriodic Maintenance Service Interval Daily Blade Bolt Installation Service Interval 40 hrs Service Interval 160 hrsLubrication Chart Service Interval Refer to ChartPivot Points Spray Lubricant ChartService Interval Adjustments Caster Height Adjustment Axle NO. of Spacers Number of 1/4 Blade Spacers PositionCutter Deck Belt Adjustment Blade Brake Adjustment 32 & 36 Belt Guide LocationDrive Belt Tension Adjustment Positions Trouble Shooting Blades do not Stop When DisengagedMower Pulling Left or Right Mower Cuts UnevenlyEngine Troubleshooting Engine Troubleshooting TableMower Deck Belt Routing 36 Mower DeckWiring Diagrams Warranty Page Service Record Date Description of Work DoneFold Along Appropriate Line BEATRICE, NE ALL Rights Reserved Exmark MFG. CO. INCIndustrial Park BOX