Exmark 4500-501 Rev A manual Contents

Contents
Introduction	3
Safety	5
Safety Alert Symbol	5
Safe Operating Practices	5
Safety and Instructional Decals	10
Specifications	16
Model Numbers	16
Systems	16
Dimensions	18
Torque Requirements	18
Product Overview	19
Operation	19
Controls	19
Pre-Start	21
Operating Instructions	22
Transporting	26
Maintenance	28
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)	28
Periodic Maintenance	29
Check Engine Oil Level	29
Check Battery Charge	29
Check Mower Blades	30
Check Safety Interlock System	30
Check Rollover Protections Systems (Roll
Bar) Pins	31
Check Seat Belt	31
Check for Loose Hardware	31
Service Air Cleaner	31
Change Engine Oil	32
Check Hydraulic Oil Level	32
Check Tire Pressures	32
Check Condition Of Belts	32
Lubricate Grease Fittings	33
Lubricate Caster Wheel Hubs	33
Lubricate Brake Handle Pivot	34
Lubricate Brake Rod Bushings	34
Lubricate Motion Control Bronze
Bushings	34
Drain Fuel Filter/Water Separator	34
Change Fuel Filter/Water Separator	35
Change Hydraulic System Filter	35
Wheel Hub - Slotted Nut Torque
Specification	35
Check Engine Coolant Level	36
Change Engine Coolant	36
Thread Locking Adhesives	37
Mobil HTS Grease (Or Food-Grade
Anti-seize)	37
Copper-BasedAnti-seize	38

Dielectric Grease	38
Adjustments	38
Deck Leveling	38
Pump Drive Belt Tension	39
Mule Drive Belt Tension Adjustment	39
Deck Belt Tension	40
Alternator Belt Tension	40
Belt Guide Adjustment	40
Brake Link Adjustment	40
Brake Adjustment	41
Electric Clutch Adjustment	41
Reverse Indicator Adjustment	41
Motion Control Linkage Adjustment	42
Motion Control Damper Adjustment	43
Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load
Adjustment	43
Clutch Shim	43
Cleaning	46
Clean Engine Cooling System	46
Remove Accumulated Debris from Engine
.................................................................	46
Cleaning of the Radiator	46
Clean Debris From Machine	46
Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck	47
Waste Disposal	47
Troubleshooting	48
Schematics	51

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