Exmark 4500-501 Rev A Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Contents
Introduction ........................................................... 3
Safety ..................................................................... 5
Safety Alert Symbol......................................... 5
Safe Operating Practices.................................. 5
Safety and Instructional Decals ..................... 10
Specications ....................................................... 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
Specication.............................................. 35
Check Engine Coolant Level.......................... 36
Change Engine Coolant................................. 36
Thread Locking Adhesives............................. 37
Mobil HTS Grease (Or Food-Grade
Anti-seize)................................................. 37
Copper-Based Anti-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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