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	15
Model Numbers	15
Systems	15
Dimensions	17
Torque Requirements	18
Product Overview	19
Operation	19
Controls	19
Pre-Start	22
Operating Instructions	22
Transporting	27
Maintenance	29
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)	29
Periodic Maintenance	30
Check Engine Oil Level	30
Check Mower Blades	32
Check Safety Interlock System	32
Check Rollover Protections Systems (Roll
Bar) Knobs	33
Check Seat Belt	33
Check for Loose Hardware	33
Service Air Cleaner	33
Change Engine Oil	34
Check Hydraulic Oil Level	34
Check Tire Pressures	34
Check Condition Of Belts	34
Lubricate Grease Fittings	35
Lubricate Deck Lift Pivot	36
Check Spark Plugs	36
Change Hydraulic System Filter and
Fluid	36
Wheel Hub - Slotted Nut Torque
Specification	37
Check Spark Arrester (if equipped)	37
Thread Locking Adhesives	37
Copper-BasedAnti-seize	37
Dielectric Grease	37
Adjustments	38
Deck Leveling	38
Pump Drive Belt Tension	39
Deck Belt Tension	39
Adjusting the Parking Brake	40
Electric Clutch Adjustment	40
Motion Control Linkage Adjustment	42

Motion Control Damper Adjustment	43
Motion Control Neutral Lock Pivot
Adjustment	43
Motion Control Handle Adjustment	44
Motion Control Full Forward Tracking
Adjustment	44
Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load
Adjustment	44
Cleaning	45
Clean Engine and Exhaust System
Area	45
Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean
Cooling Fins	45
Clean Hydro Cooling Fins	45
Clean Debris From Machine	46
Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck	46
Waste Disposal	46
Troubleshooting	47
Schematics	50

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