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Contents
Page
Specifications 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Lawn Mower Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exmark Lawn Mower Safety 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Handle 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line 6. . . . .
Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug 7. . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Crankcase with Oil 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline 8. . . . . . . . . .
Operation 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Engine 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the Engine 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive 10. .
Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug 10. . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Blade Brake Clutch 10. . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Cutting Height 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Grass Bag 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tips 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 14. . . . . . . .
Checking the Engine Oil Level 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Blade Brake Clutch 15. . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Underside of the
Lawn Mower Housing 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug 16. . . . . .
Servicing the Air Filter 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Engine Oil 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintaining the Blade 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the Blade Brake Clutch Shield 18. . . . . . .
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the
Fuel Filter 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning under the Belt Cover 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating the Pivot Arms 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Self-propel Drive 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Spark Plug 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Oil Filter 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating the Gear Case 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable 21. . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing the Wheels 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Storage 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Fuel System 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Engine 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage 23. . . . .
Accessories 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty
Exmark Turf Equipment 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est
conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for
information regarding The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission
Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance
and warranty.
Keep this engine Owner’s Manual with your unit.
Should this engine Owner’s Manual become damaged
or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Specifications
Model Number: M216KASPC
Engine: Kawasaki 6.0 hp OHV
3300 RPM (No load)
Fuel System:
Capacity: 4.0 qt. (3.8 L)
Fuel filter: Non-replaceable, in tank
Transmission:
3 speeds forward
Speed range:
First 1.8 mph (2.9 km/h)
Second 2.7 mph (4.3 km/h)
Third 3.8 mph (6.1 km/h)
Cutting Width: 21 in. (53 cm)
Cutting Height:
Adjusts in 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) increments from
.75 in. (1.9 cm) to 3.25 in. (8.3 cm)
Grass Catcher Capacity 2.5 Bu. (88 L)
Weight (with bag): 115 lb. (52.2 kg)
