Exmark 4500-352 manual Contents

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Contents
Introduction	3
Safety	5
Safety Alert Symbol	5
Safe Operating Practices	5
Safety and Instructional Decals	9
Specifications	12
Model Numbers	12
Systems	12
Dimensions	13
Torque Requirements	13
Product Overview	14
Operation	14
Controls	14
Pre-Start	16
Operating Instructions	16
Transporting	18
Maintenance	19
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)	19
Periodic Maintenance	20
Check Engine Oil Level	20
Check Mower Blades	20
Check Safety Interlock System	21
Check for Loose Hardware	21
Service Pre-Cleaner Element and Air
Cleaner	21
Change Engine Oil	21
Check Tire Pressures	22
Check Condition Of Belts	22
Lubricate Grease Fittings	22
Check Spark Plugs	23
Check Grease Level, Input and Output
Shaft Bearing Wear on Peerless
Transmission	23
Thread Locking Adhesives	24
Mobil HTS Grease (Or Food-Grade
Anti-seize)	24
Copper-BasedAnti-seize	24
Dielectric Grease	24
Adjustments	24
Adjusting the Cutting Height	24
Adjusting the Axle Position	26
Adjusting the Number of Spacers below
Caster Support Hub	27
Adjusting the Cutting Height with Blade
Spacers	27
Transmission Belt Adjustment	27
Wheel Drive Belt Pulley Scrapers	28
Engine to Mower Deck Belt	28
Blade Brake Adjustment	29

Belt Guide Adjustment	29
Brake and Wheel Drive Linkage
Adjustment	30
Shifter Lever Adjustment	31
Shifter Detent Adjustment	32
PTO Safety Switch Adjustment	32
Handle Height Adjustment	32
Wheel Drive Spring Tension
Adjustment	33
Cleaning	34
Clean Engine and Exhaust System
Area	34
Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling
Fins	34
Clean Debris From Machine	34
Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck	34
Waste Disposal	34
Troubleshooting	35
Schematics	37

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Contents METRO For Serial Nos 790,000 & HigherCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Introduction Model No Serial NoContents Safety Safety Alert SymbolSafety ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVEDDANGER Avoid prolonged breathing of vaporsKeep face away from nozzle and gas tank/container opening Keep away from eyes and skin Never siphon by mouthOperation Slope OperationAllow engine parts, especially the muffler, to cool before touching Remove accumulated debris from muffler and engine areaMaintenance and Storage Do Not mow slopes when grass is wetMow across slopes, never up and down Do Not mow near drop-offs or near waterSafety and Instructional Decals ECS Units Only 48 inch Units Only Pistol Grip Units OnlySpecifications SpecificationsSafety Interlock System Model NumbersDimensions Curb WeightTorque Requirements Cutting DeckProduct Overview OperationControls Operation“Off-Run” Switch Drive LeversNeutral Lock/Park Brake Latches Choke ControlPre-Start Operating InstructionsOpen the Fuel Shut-Off Valve Starting the EngineDriving the Machine Drive Lever/Neutral Lock/Park Brake Latch OperationFor Pistol Grip Handles For ECS HandlesIf necessary, use assistance when loading TransportingChanging Gears Transporting a UnitRecommended Maintenance Schedules MaintenanceMaintenance Periodic Maintenance Service Interval Before each use or dailyService Interval As required Check Engine Oil LevelCheck Safety Interlock System Service Pre-Cleaner Element and Air CleanerSERVICE DEALER Service Interval After the first 5 hoursService Interval Every 40 hours Note See chart for service intervalsCheck Tire Pressures Check Condition Of BeltsService Interval Every 160 hours Check Spark PlugsChange Fuel Filter Yearly-Replace gearbox greaseAdjustments Adjusting the Cutting HeightThread Locking Adhesives Mobil HTS Grease Or Food-Grade Anti-seizeCutting AxleNumber Of Spacers HeightAdjusting the Axle Position Adjusting the Number of Spacers below Caster Support Hub Adjusting the Cutting Height with Blade SpacersTransmission Belt Adjustment 3. Place the drive levers in the “park brake” positionEngine to Mower Deck Belt Wheel Drive Belt Pulley Scrapers48 inch Deck Shown for Reference Only Blade Brake Adjustment Belt Guide AdjustmentBrake and Wheel Drive Linkage Adjustment Shifter Lever Adjustment Right Side of Unit ShownPTO Safety Switch Adjustment Shifter Detent AdjustmentHandle Height Adjustment Wheel Drive Spring Tension Adjustment Upper HandleUpper Hole More traction applied asCleaning Clean Engine and Exhaust System AreaClean Debris From Machine Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling FinsTroubleshooting TroubleshootingCutting blades is/are bent or unbalanced Schematics SchematicsExmark Commercial Turf Equipment 2 Year Limited WarrantyInstructions for Obtaining Warranty Service Owner’s ResponsibilitiesPage SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS MID-MOUNT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONSOUT-FRONT RIDING ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS WALK-BEHIND ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS