Exmark 312, 000 & higher manual Contents

Contents
Introduction	3
Safety	5
Safety Alert Symbol	5
Safe Operating Practices	5
Safety and Instructional Decals	11
Specifications	16
Model Numbers	16
Systems	16
Dimensions	18
Torque Requirements	20
Product Overview	21
Operation	21
Controls	21
Pre-Start	24
Operating Instructions	25
Transporting	29
Maintenance	30
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)	30
Periodic Maintenance	31
Check Engine Oil Level	31
Check Mower Blades	33
Check Safety Interlock System	34
Check Rollover Protections Systems (Roll
Bar) Knobs	34
Check Seat Belt	35
Check for Loose Hardware	35
Service Air Cleaner	35
Change Engine Oil	35
Check Hydraulic Oil Level	35
Check Tire Pressures	36
Check Condition Of Belts	36
Lubricate Grease Fittings	36
Lubricate Deck Lift Pivot	37
Check Spark Plugs	37
Change Hydraulic System Filter and
Fluid	38
Wheel Hub - Slotted Nut Torque
Specification	38
Check Spark Arrester (if equipped)	38
Thread Locking Adhesives	39
Copper-BasedAnti-seize	39
Dielectric Grease	39
Adjustments	39
Deck Leveling	39
Pump Drive Belt Tension	41
Deck Belt Tension	41
Adjusting the Parking Brake	41
Electric Clutch Adjustment	42
Motion Control Linkage Adjustment	43

Motion Control Damper Adjustment	44
Motion Control Neutral Lock Pivot
Adjustment	45
Motion Control Handle Adjustment	45
Motion Control Full Forward Tracking
Adjustment	45
Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load
Adjustment	46
Cleaning	47
Clean Engine and Exhaust System
Area	47
Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean
Cooling Fins	47
Clean Hydro Fan Cooling Fins	47
Clean Debris From Machine	47
Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck	47
Waste Disposal	47
Troubleshooting	49
Schematics	52

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