Exmark Metro 21 manual Contents, Specifications, Introduction

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This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Ce système d'allumage par étincelle de véhicule est conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.

The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for information regarding The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance and warranty.

Keep this engine Owner's Manual with your unit. Should this engine Owner's Manual become damaged or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer.

Contents

 

 

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Specifications

1

Introduction

2

Safety

2

Safe Operating Practices

2

Exmark Lawn Mower Safety

3

Safety and Instruction Decals

4

Assembly

5

Loose Parts

5

Installing the Handle

6

Installing the Starter Rope

6

Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug

6

Before Starting

7

Filling the Crankcase with Oil

7

Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline

7

Reviewing the Maintenance Schedule

8

Operation

9

Controls

9

Starting the Engine

9

Stopping the Engine

9

Using the Self-propel Drive

10

Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug

10

Adjusting the Cutting Height

10

Using the Grass Bag

11

Operating Tips

12

Maintenance

14

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

14

Checking the Engine Oil Level

15

Cleaning under the Housing

15

Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug

16

Servicing the Air Cleaner

16

Maintaining the Blade

17

Cleaning under the Belt Cover

18

Lubricating the Pivot Arms

19

 

 

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Adjusting the Self-propel Drive .

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19

Changing the Engine Oil

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19

Servicing the Spark Plug

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20

Lubricating the Gear Case

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20

Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable

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20

Servicing the Wheels

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21

Storage

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22

Preparing the Fuel System

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22

Preparing the Engine

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22

General Information

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22

Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage

22

Accessories

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22

Troubleshooting

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23

Limited Warranty

 

 

Exmark Commercial Turf Equipment

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Specifications

 

Model Number:

M216H, M216HSP

Engine:

Honda 5.5 HP OHV

 

3350 RPM (No load)

Fuel System:

 

 

Capacity:

2.1 qt. (2.0 L)

Transmission (M216HSP):

 

 

3 speeds forward

 

 

Speed range:

 

 

First

2.2 mph (3.5 km/h)

Second

3.2 mph (5.2 km/h)

Third

4.5 mph (7.3 km/h)

Cutting Width:

21 in. (53 cm)

Cutting Height:

Adjusts in 0.5 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):

 

M216H

96 lb. (44 kg)

M216HSP

108 lb. (49 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.

 

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Contents M216H/ M216HSP Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Introduction ContentsSpecifications Safe Operating Practices SafetyTraining PreparationMaintenance and Storage Exmark Lawn Mower SafetySafety and Instruction Decals Loose Parts AssemblyInstalling the Discharge Tunnel Plug Installing the HandleInstalling the Starter Rope Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline Before StartingFilling the Crankcase with Oil Reviewing the Maintenance Schedule Controls OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineAdjusting the Cutting Height Using the Self-propel DriveUsing the Discharge Tunnel Plug Installing the Grass Bag Using the Grass BagMowing with the Grass Bag Removing the Grass BagCutting Grass Operating TipsCutting Leaves Recommended Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceChecking the Engine Oil Level Cleaning under the HousingWashing Method Scraping MethodServicing the Air Cleaner Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and PlugRemoving the Blade Maintaining the BladeInspecting the Blade Installing the Blade Cleaning under the Belt CoverSharpening the Blade Balancing the BladeChanging the Engine Oil Adjusting the Self-propel DriveLubricating the Pivot Arms Lubricating the Gear Case Adjusting the Blade Brake CableServicing the Spark Plug Assembling the Wheels Servicing the WheelsRemoving the Wheels Storage AccessoriesProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action TroubleshootingProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action Page Limited Warranty Exmark Commercial Turf Equipment Date Description Work Done Service Done BySee Exmarks Complete Line of Products for Turf Care