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Try to start with OPC levers depressed, speed control lever in neutral and
PTO engaged - starter MUST NOT crank.
b) Check OPC circuits. Clear the area. Run engine at one-third throttle, then,
with drive levers and neutral lock latches in neutral lock position, move the
speed control lever out of neutral and release OPC levers engine MUST
stop. Again, run engine at one-third throttle, move the speed control lever
to neutral, engage PTO and release OPC levers - engine MUST stop.
NOTE: Park brake must be disengaged before the speed control lever is
moved out of neutral or engine will kill.
c) If machine does not pass any of these tests, DO NOT operate. Contact
your authorized EXMARK SERVICE DEALER.
IMPORTANT: It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms, be in
place and in proper operating condition prior to mowing.
5.1.5 Check for loose hardware.
Service Interval: Daily
a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b) Visually inspect machine for any loose hardware or any other possible
problem. Tighten hardware or correct the problem before operating.
5.1.6 Service air cleaner.
Service Interval: 50 hrs.
more often under severe conditions.
See Engine manual for additional information.
a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b) Loosen retaining clips and remove air cleaner compartment cover.
c) Remove paper element. Check the condition of the inner element.
Replace if dirty, bent or damaged.
d) Check the condition of the inner element. Replace whenever it appears dirty,
typically every other time the paper element is replaced. Clean the base
around the inner element before removing, so dirt does not get into the engine.
e) DO NOT wash or use pressurized air to clean paper element or inner element.
f) Reinstall elements. Position the cover so that the rubber dust ejector is
pointing downward and secure with retaining clips.
5.1.7 Change engine oil.
Service Interval: See Engine Owner's Manual
NOTE: Change oil after first five (5) hours of operation. Follow engine
manufacturers recommendations for future oil changes.
a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b) Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
c) Oil drain valve is located on the right hand side of Kohler engines and the left
hand side for Kawasaki engines. Place pan under machine to catch oil and
open valve with a 10 mm wrench. Allow oil to drain then close the valve.
d) Replace the oil filter as per Engine Owner's Manual. Clean around oil filter
and unscrew filter to remove. Before reinstalling new filter, apply a thin
coating of oil on the surface of the rubber seal. Turn filter clockwise until
rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 2/3 to
3/4 turn.
e) Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to the specified capacity and
replace cap. Use oil as specified in Engine Owners Manual. Do not overfill.