Exmark Metro 21 manual Installing the Handle, Installing the Starter Rope

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Installing the Handle

1.Mount the handle to the outside of the lawn mower housing (using the bottom hole) with two 5/16±18 x 1±1/4 in. bolts, washers, and thin nylon insert locknuts (Fig. 1).

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Bag support rod

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Handle latch (2)

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Carriage bolt

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Locknut (2)

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Bag aligning plate

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Bottom hole in housing

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Cap locknuts (3)

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Washer (4)

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Handle

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Locknut (2)

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Bolt, 5/16±18x1-1/4 in. (2)

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Bolt, 5/16±18x1-1/2 in. (2)

 

 

 

 

2.Secure the handle latches to the handle with two 5/16±18 x 1-1/2 in. bolts, washers, and nylon insert locknuts (Fig. 1).

Note: You can adjust the handle height for comfortable operation. Stand behind the handle to determine the height. To adjust the handle height, position the bolts and the locknuts that secure the handle latches to the handle into the other mounting holes in the handle latches.

3.Slide the bag support rod through the bag aligning plate and into the second from the top mounting holes in the handle, and secure each end with a cap locknut (Fig. 1).

4.Insert the carriage bolt through the bag aligning plate and the top hole on the left side of the handle, and secure it with a cap locknut (Fig. 1).

5.Use a cable tie to secure the control cables to the left handle below the bag support rod.

Installing the Starter Rope

Pull the starter rope through the rope guide on the handle (Fig. 2).

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1. Starter rope

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Note: To make the rope easier to install, squeeze the control bar on the handle.

Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug

1.Open the discharge door by pulling forward on the handle and moving it rearward (Fig. 3). Hold the discharge door handle to prevent the spring-loaded door from closing while you insert the plug.

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1. Discharge door handle

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2.Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it (Fig. 3).

Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal points upward.

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Contents M216H/ M216HSP Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Specifications ContentsIntroduction Training SafetySafe Operating Practices PreparationExmark Lawn Mower Safety Maintenance and StorageSafety and Instruction Decals Assembly Loose PartsInstalling the Starter Rope Installing the HandleInstalling the Discharge Tunnel Plug Filling the Crankcase with Oil Before StartingFilling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline Reviewing the Maintenance Schedule Starting the Engine OperationControls Stopping the EngineUsing the Discharge Tunnel Plug Using the Self-propel DriveAdjusting the Cutting Height 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 under the HousingChecking the Engine Oil Level Scraping MethodCleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug Servicing the Air CleanerInspecting the Blade Maintaining the BladeRemoving the Blade Sharpening the Blade Cleaning under the Belt CoverInstalling the Blade Balancing the BladeLubricating the Pivot Arms Adjusting the Self-propel DriveChanging the Engine Oil Servicing the Spark Plug Adjusting the Blade Brake CableLubricating the Gear Case Removing the Wheels Servicing the WheelsAssembling the Wheels Accessories StorageTroubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective ActionProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action Page Limited Warranty Exmark Commercial Turf Equipment Description Work Done Service Done By DateSee Exmarks Complete Line of Products for Turf Care