Encore 52K23A Prowler Mid-Cut Operator'S Manual Download Page 2

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SIGNAL WORDS

This symbol means

 “Attention! Become

Alert! Your Safety is Involved!” 

The symbol

is used with the following signal action words
to attract your attention to safety messages.
The message that follows the symbol con-
tains important information about safety.

Signal Word:

 

WARNING:

The signal action word “ WARNING” denotes
that a hazard exists on or near the machine
that can result in injury or death if proper
precautions are not taken.

 

CAUTION:

The signal action word “CAUTION” is a re-
minder of safety practices on or near the
machine that could result in personal injury if
proper precautions are not taken.

NOTES:

The signal action word “NOTES” denotes
relevant information to assist you in the perfor-
mance of a task.

GENERAL

This manual contains techincal data on the
following  Encore commercial mowers.

52K650ZP ; 52K700ZP ; 52K850ZP ; 61K650P
61B850P ; 61B950P ; 61K650ZP ; 61K700ZP
61K850ZP ; 61B850ZP ; 72B850P ; 72B950P
72B850ZP ; 72K850ZP -- 52K23A ; 52K25A 52K27L ;
61K27L; 51B27LD ; 61K25A ; 61B31LP  72K27L ;
72B27LD ; 72B31LP

INTRODUCTION

Your mower was built to the highest standards in
the industry. However, the prolonged life and
maximum efficiency of your mower depends on
you following the operating, maintenance and
adjustment instructions in this manual.

We encourage you to contact your local Encore
dealer for repairs. All Encore dealers are
informed of the latest methods to service this
equipment and provide prompt and efficient
service. They carry a full line of Encore service
parts.

A replacement Operator’s Manual is available
from your Encore Dealer or by contacting
Encore Manufacturing Co., Inc., Service
Department at PO Box 888, Beatrice, NE
68310. Please indicate the complete model
and serial number of your Encore product.

The “Right” and “Left”,”Front” and “Rear” of the
machine are referenced from the operator’s
perspective when in the normal operating
position and facing forward travel direction.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL

 and

instructions furnished with attachments.
Perform only those maintenance procedures
described in this manual. If major repairs are
ever needed or assistance is desired, contact

an Authorized Encore Dealer. To ensure
optimum performance and safety, always
purchase genuine Encore replacement parts
and accessories

Summary of Contents for 52K23A Prowler Mid-Cut

Page 1: ...OPERATORS MANUAL 61K650P...

Page 2: ...r was built to the highest standards in the industry However the prolonged life and maximum efficiency of your mower depends on you following the operating maintenance and adjustment instructions in t...

Page 3: ...ing daylight hours or under very good artificial light 11 The safety shield over the Grass Discharge area must always be bolted in place and in the DOWN position unless the Grass Catcher is being used...

Page 4: ...ng Important for units prior to SN 43276 Do not overfill battery Electrolyte will overflow onto parts of the machine resulting in severe corrosion THE MACHINE IS SHIPPED WITHADRY BATTERY 1 Remove the...

Page 5: ...ng make sure tank cap is securely closed If gasoline is spilled wipe it up immediately DIESEL UNITS FUEL Use clean fresh diesel with a minimum of 40 cetane Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used w...

Page 6: ...ON position 3 Make sure that the PTO is disengaged by pushing the switch to the DOWN position 4 Set Engine Choke Control to for cold starts to FULL position FOR DIESEL UNITS WITH THE THROTTLE SET IN S...

Page 7: ...tal for safe operation TO START ENGINE 1 Blades PTO switch must be OFF 2 Control Levers must be in Neutral position 3 Park Brake must be ON 4 Operator must be in seat ENGINE WILL KILL IF 1 The operato...

Page 8: ...checking the tire pressure The front tires should have 20 to 22 PSI and the rear tires should have 12 to 14 PSI If tire pressures are correct examine the dampening cylinders The cylinders are preset f...

Page 9: ...eck should be leveled 4 To adjust the deck height remove the clevis pin from the lift spring rod This may be accomplished by moving the lift arm to a point that relieves the pressure off the pin See f...

Page 10: ...hecked for proper alignment and wear There after check the belts every 40 hours of operation or weekly whichever occurs first TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mo...

Page 11: ...ck plug and tighten securely The lubricant in the cutter deck gearbox should be changed after every 500 hours of operation or yearly whichever occurs first Place a suitable container beneath the cutte...

Page 12: ...FINS TIGHTEN NUTS AND SCREWS CHANGE ENGINE OIL CLEAN AND REGAP SPARK PLUG CHANGE OIL FILTER REPLACE AIR CLEANER PAPER ELEMENT CLEAN COMBUSTION CHAMBER CHECK AND ADJUST VALVE CLEARANCE CLEAN AND LAP VA...

Page 13: ...Notes...

Page 14: ...Notes...

Page 15: ...warranty statement that is included in the literature packet Engine warranties should be referred to the nearest authorized service outlet of the engine manufacturer The responsibility of Encore Mfg C...

Page 16: ...ENCORE MANUFACTURING CO INC All rights reserved Contents subject to change Part Number 0802 B PROWLER MID CUT 61K650P OPERATORS MANUAL 933095...

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