Rev: Mar2011
T
URF BEAST
Finish Mower
36FB, 54FB
TURF BEAST
Contents
Safety Information and Warnings ......................................................................... 1
Operation Safety Precautions ............................................................................... 2
Safety Decals ............................................................................................................ 3
Product Specifications ........................................................................................... 4
Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components .................................................... 5
Assembly Instructions
Step 1: Front Wheel Assembly ....................................................................... 6
Step 2: Mower Assembly ................................................................................ 7
Step 3: Wire Harness Assembly and Connections ..................................... 8
Step 4: Throttle and Choke Cable Connections ........................................... 8
Step 5: Fuel Tank Connections ....................................................................... 9
Step 6: Brake Set-up ......................................................................................... 9
Operating Instructions
Starting
the Engine ......................................................................................... 10
Operating the Mower ..................................................................................... 10
Disengaging Hydrostatic Drive Units ........................................................... 11
Return to Neutral ............................................................................................. 11
Mowing
............................................................................................................
12
Changing the Height of Cut ........................................................................... 13
Removing
the
Blades ..................................................................................... 13
Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement .............................................. 14
General Maintenance ........................................................................................... 15
Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................ 16
Service Adjustments .............................................................................................. 17
Lubrication Points .................................................................................................. 19
Deck Interchange ................................................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 20
Limited Warranty and Service ............................................................................. 22
About the TURF BEAST Mower Manual
Congratulations on the purchase of your new TURF BEAST commercial mower. We at GXi Outdoor Power are confident
that this mower will provide excellent performance, outstanding quality, and great durability when operated and
maintained as directed in this manual.
1. This manual contains assembly, operating, safety, adjustment, maintenance, and troubleshooting instructions.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER, CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRITY.
2. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the mower. It must be available to all operators and/or
person(s) servicing the mower. Should the mower be resold, this manual must remain with the mower.
3. All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time of the
publication. GXi Outdoor Power reserves the right to add, delete or modify specifications and/or designs without
notice.
4. If you ever have questions in regards to the operation, maintenance or safety of your mower, please contact the
GXi Parts & Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3221.
