Exmark Series X manual Refer to Check Engine Coolant Level

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Troubleshooting

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

 

Possible Cause

 

Corrective Action

 

 

 

 

 

Engine loses power

1.

Engine load is excessive

1.

Reduce the ground speed.

 

2.

Air cleaner is dirty.

2.

Clean or replace the air cleaner element.

 

3.

Oil level in the crankcase is low.

3.

Add oil to the crankcase.

 

4.

Cooling fins and air passages for the

4.

Remove the obstructions from the cooling

 

 

engine are plugged.

 

fins and air passages.

 

5.

Dirt in fuel filter.

5.

Replace the fuel filter.

 

6.

Dirt, water, or stale fuel is in the fuel

6.

Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

 

 

system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine overheats. (Coolant temperature

1.

Temperature is increasing on coolant

1.

Refer to Check Engine Coolant Level

gauge is approaching the red zone or warning

 

temperature gauge.

 

section in the Maintenance.

buzzer emits beep.)

2.

Coolant level is low.

2.

Refer to Check Engine Coolant Level

 

 

 

 

 

section in the Maintenance.

 

3.

Debris on or around radiator.

3.

Remove debris.

 

4.

Engine load is excessive.

4.

Reduce the ground speed.

 

5.

Oil level in the crankcase is low.

5.

Add oil to the crankcase.

 

6.

Cooling fins and air passages for the

6.

Remove the obstructions from the cooling

 

 

engine are plugged.

 

fins and air passages.

 

 

 

 

 

Mower pulls left or right (with levers fully

1.

Tire pressure in drive tires not correct.

1.

Adjust tire pressure in the drive tires.

forward)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine does not drive

1.

Drive release handle not in “operating”

1.

Position handle in “operating” position;

 

 

position.

 

see Drive Wheel Release Valves section

 

 

 

 

in Operation.

 

2.

Drive or pump belt is worn, loose or

2.

Change the belt.

 

 

broken.

 

 

 

3.

Drive or pump belt is off a pulley.

3.

Change the belt.

 

4.

Broken or missing idler spring.

4.

Replace the spring.

 

5.

Hydraulic fluid level is low or too hot.

5.

Add hydraulic fluid to reservoir or let it

 

 

 

 

cool down.

 

 

 

 

 

Uneven cutting height.

1.

Blade(s) not sharp.

1.

Sharpen the blade(s).

 

2.

Cutting blade(s) is/are bent.

2.

Install new cutting blade(s).

 

3.

Mower deck is not level.

3.

Level mower deck from side-to-side and

 

 

 

 

front-to-rear.

 

4.

Underside of mower is dirty.

4.

Clean the underside of the mower.

 

5.

Tire pressure in drive tires not correct.

5.

Adjust tire pressure in the drive tires.

 

6.

Blade spindle bent.

6.

Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

 

7.

Tips of adjacent blades are at an uneven

7.

Replace blades, spindles and (or) check

 

 

cutting height. Blades tips should be even

 

for damage to mower deck.

 

 

within 3/16 inch which is approximately

 

 

 

 

one blade thickness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Abnormal vibration

1.

Cutting blade(s) is/are bent or unbalanced.

1.

Install new cutting blade(s).

 

2.

Blade mounting bolt is loose.

2.

Tighten the blade mounting bolt.

 

3.

Engine mounting bolts are loose.

3.

Tighten the engine mounting bolts.

 

4.

Loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade

4.

Tighten the appropriate pulley.

 

 

pulley.

 

 

 

5.

Engine pulley is damaged.

5.

Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

 

6.

Blade spindle is bent.

6.

Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Lazer Z Advantage Series X Models California Introduction Contents Training SafetySafety Alert Symbol Safe Operating PracticesSafety Operation Slope Operation Using the Rollover Protection System RopsMaintenance and Storage Safety Safety and Instructional Decals 109-3148 109-7232 109-8483 116-0752 Specifications Model NumbersSystems Cutting Deck SeatHydrostatic Ground Drive System Tires & WheelsOverall Height DimensionsOverall Width Overall LengthWheel Base Center of Caster Tire to Center of Drive Tire Curb WeightAccessory Weight Table Worksheet Tread Width Center to Center of Tires, WidthwiseTorque Requirements Product OverviewControls OperationFuel Gauge Ignition SwitchFuel Shut-Off Valve Hour MeterDo Not tow machine PTO Engagement SwitchLow Voltage Indicator Drive Wheel Release ValvesTransport Lock Pre-StartOperating Instructions Deck Lift PedalStarting the Engine Open the Fuel Shut-Off ValveDriving the Machine Engaging the PTODisengaging the PTO Stopping the EngineAdjusting the Cutting Height Driving ForwardDriving in Reverse Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers TransportingTransporting a Unit Loading a Unit Recommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceCheck Battery Charge Check Engine Oil LevelProposition 65 Warning Do Not jump start a weak battery if these conditions exist Recommended Jump Starting ProcedureCheck Mower Blades Check Rollover Protections Systems Roll Bar Knobs Check Safety Interlock SystemChange Engine Oil Service Air CleanerCheck Seat Belt Check for Loose HardwareLubricate Caster Wheel Hubs Check Tire PressuresCheck Condition Of Belts Lubricate Grease FittingsChange Fuel Filter Lubricate Brake Handle PivotLubricate Deck Lift Pivot Check Spark PlugsWheel Hub Slotted Nut Torque Specification Change Hydraulic System Filter and FluidStyle a black finish Check Engine Coolant Level Kawasaki Liquid-Cooled Only Change Engine Coolant Kawasaki Liquid-Cooled OnlyStyle B yellow zinc Thread Locking Adhesives Check Spark Arrester if equippedCopper-Based Anti-seize Dielectric GreaseDeck Leveling Adjuster screw Yoke 4 inches 8.3 cm Adjusting the Parking Brake Pump Drive Belt TensionDeck Belt Tension Start the mower while in the operator position Removing the Shim Electric Clutch AdjustmentMotion Control Linkage Adjustment Adjusting the height Motion Control Damper AdjustmentMotion Control Neutral Lock Pivot Adjustment Motion Control Handle AdjustmentAdjusting the Tilt Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load AdjustmentClean Debris From Machine Clean Engine and Exhaust System AreaRemove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling Fins Clean Hydro Fan Cooling FinsBattery Disposal Waste DisposalMotor Oil Disposal Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingRefer to Check Engine Coolant Level Troubleshooting Electrical Diagram Air-Cooled SchematicsTAN Electrical Diagram Liquid-CooledElectrical Logic Schematic Air-Cooled Schematics Hydraulic Diagram General Warranty Conditions and Products Covered Page Page Date Description of Work Done Service Done By Service RecordPage This page may be copied for personal use See EXMARK’S Complete Line of Accessories and Options