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Safety

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Choke

Slow

Fast

Engine—stop

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Parking brake—engage

Parking
brake—disengage

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Warning—read the

Operator’s Manual

; do not operate this

machine unless you are trained.

Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in
place.

Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away.

Warning—wear hearing protection.

Thrown object hazard—do not operate the mower without
the rear discharge plug or bag in place.

Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade—do not operate up and down slopes; operate side
to side on slopes; shut off the engine before leaving the
machine; pick up any debris before mowing; look behind
you when moving in reverse.

Summary of Contents for exmark 30"

Page 1: ...COMMERCIAL 30 For Serial Nos 408 644 346 Higher Part No 4505 171 Rev A ...

Page 2: ...rder or the engine is constructed equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire To acquire a spark arrester for your unit see your Engine Service Dealer For all models that do not have Exmark engines please refer to the engine manufacturer s information included with the machine For models with Exmark engines refer to this manual for information The gross or net horsepower or torque of this e...

Page 3: ...uals If additional information is needed or should you require trained mechanic service contact your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor All Exmark equipment dealers and distributors are kept informed of the latest methods of servicing and are equipped to provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at their service stations They carry ample stock of service parts or can secu...

Page 4: ...tion Of Belts 26 Check the Blade Drive System 26 Change Blade Brake Clutch BBC Belt 27 Change Transmission Belt 28 Check Spark Plugs 30 Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter 30 Adjustments 31 Adjusting the Self Propel Drive 31 Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable 31 Adjusting the Transmission For Models with Kawasaki Engine 32 Adjusting the Parking Brake Cable 32 Cleaning 33 Cleaning and ...

Page 5: ...y of special attention General Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings in the Operator s Manual and on the machine engine and attachments All operators and mechanics should be trained If the operator s or mechanic s can...

Page 6: ...Smooth to remove any air bubbles Familiarize yourself with the following safety signs and instruction labels They are critical to the safe operation of your Exmark commercial mower decal93 7009 93 7009 1 Warning do not operate the mower with the deflector up or removed keep the deflector in place 2 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts decal94 8072 94...

Page 7: ...rd of hand or foot mower blade stay away from moving parts keep all guards in place 2 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders away 5 Warning wear hearing protection 3 Thrown object hazard do not operate the mower without the rear discharge plug or bag in place 6 Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand or foot mower blade do not operate up and down slopes operate side to side on slopes shut off the engin...

Page 8: ...o Not add oil to gasoline Fuel Filter Replaceable In line Fuel Shut Off Valve 1 4 turn Safety Interlock System Equipped with Blade Brake Clutch BBC Transmission Variable Speed Range 0 4 0 mph 6 4 km hr Cutting Deck Cutting Width 30 inches 76 cm Blade Brake When the blade engagement control is moved to the disengaged position a friction brake pad stops the rotation of the blades Blade Size 2 ea 15 ...

Page 9: ...upper handle as shown in Figure 4 When the blade control bail is depressed the system senses that the operator is in the normal operator s position When the blade control bail is released the system senses that the operator has moved from the normal operating position and will stop the blade g235252 Figure 4 1 Blade control lock lever 2 Blade control bail 3 Handle 4 Drive bail Self Propel Drive Ba...

Page 10: ...to the Blade Control Bail as shown in Figure 4 Moving the blade control lock lever into the full forward position releases the blade control bail Squeezing the blade control bail against the handle engages the blade Releasing the blade control bail automatically disengages the blade The blade control lock lever will reset to lock the blade control bail Park Brake Lever Located on the upper handle ...

Page 11: ...3 seconds If not stop using the machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer Do Not operate the mower when people especially children or pets are in the area Shut off the machine and attachment s if anyone enters the area Do Not operate the machine without the entire grass collection system discharge deflector or other safety devices in place and in proper working condition Grass c...

Page 12: ...he muffler become extremely hot Severe burns can occur on contact and debris such as leaves grass brush etc can catch fire Clean the machine as stated in the Maintenance section Keep engine and engine area free from accumulation of grass leaves excessive grease or oil and other debris which can accumulate in these areas Operate the engine only in well ventilated areas Exhaust gases contain carbon ...

Page 13: ...ion Before using the machine on a slope the operator must Review and understand the slope instructions in the manual and on the machine Evaluate the site conditions of the day to determine if the slope is safe for machine operation Use common sense and good judgment when performing this evaluation Changes in the terrain such as moisture can quickly affect the operation of the machine on a slope Op...

Page 14: ...er 3 Close the fuel shut off valve if equipped when the machine will not be in use for a few days when transporting or when the unit is parked inside a building Operating the Self Propel Drive The lawn mower is variable speed the more you squeeze the drive bail against the handle the faster the machine travels 1 Start the engine 2 Squeeze the drive bail against the handle see Figure 4 Note You can...

Page 15: ...to go under the deck about 3 inches or 7 6 cm in diameter as shown in Figure 11 g019295 Figure 11 1 Crumpled newspaper 2 5 inches 12 7 cm 5 Place the ball of newspaper 5 inches 12 7 cm in front of the lawn mower 6 Start the engine 7 Push the blade control lock lever forward to release the blade control bail Figure 4 8 Squeeze the blade control bail against the handle the blade should engage 9 Rele...

Page 16: ...eteriorating and if ignored could result in an unsafe operating condition Have the lawn mower inspected and serviced by an Authorized Service Dealer 8 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Adjusting the Cutting Height The rear wheels are adjusted together with a height adjustment rod located on the mower housing by the left rear wheel The front wheels are adjusted separately by rem...

Page 17: ...d into place g016521 Figure 15 1 Front quadrant block 2 Cutting heights Using the Grass Bag Installing the Grass Bag 1 Release the blade control lock lever and wait for the blade and all moving parts to stop 2 If the mulch plug is installed on the mower remove it refer to Removing the Mulch Plug If the side discharge deflector is on remove it and install the side discharge door refer to Using the ...

Page 18: ... the blades are still moving If you cannot close the door because the grass clippings clog the discharge area stop the engine and gently move the discharge door handle back and forth until you can close the door completely If you still cannot close the door remove the obstruction with a stick not your hand Using the Mulch Plug Occasionally you may wish to use the mulch plug to mulch the grass and ...

Page 19: ... deflector is securely in place see Figure 19 g019316 Figure 19 1 Discharge deflector tabs 2 Lower side discharge spring 3 Secured position Important Make sure the mulch plug is in place before using the side discharge deflector see Figure 17 DANGER An uncovered discharge opening will allow objects to be thrown in an operator s or bystander s direction Also contact with the blade could occur Throw...

Page 20: ...is from the mower deck muffler drives grass catcher and engine area to help prevent fires Close the fuel shut off valve before storing or transporting the machine Transporting the Machine Use extreme care when loading and unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Use full width ramps for loading the machine into a trailer or truck Tie the machine down securely using straps chains cable or rope...

Page 21: ...any repairs Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last Reconnect positive first and negative last Keep all guards shields switches and all safety devices in place and in proper working condition Frequently check for worn or deteriorating components and replace them with genuine Exmark parts when necessary WARNING Removal or modification of original equipment parts and or accessor...

Page 22: ...very 100 hours Change the oil filter Check the spark plugs Clean the fuel filter element Every 250 hours Replace the Blade Brake Clutch BBC belt Change the transmission belt Every 300 hours Replace the paper air filter May need more often in dusty conditions See the Engine manual for additional information Yearly or before storage Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before storage Pe...

Page 23: ...rds until the upper handle rests on the ground and place a jack stand under the machine CAUTION Raising the mower for service or maintenance relying solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous The mechanical or hydraulic jacks may not be enough support or may malfunction allowing the unit to fall which could cause injury Do Not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for suppor...

Page 24: ...lade bolt to 60 ft lb 82 N m D Make sure the installed blade is vertical before installing the second blade The second blade must be installed perpendicular to the first using steps A through C The two blades will form a sideways T as shown in Figure 23 g016536 Figure 23 1 Blades form sideways T E Rotate the blades by hand a full 360 degree turn to ensure they Do Not touch WARNING Incorrect instal...

Page 25: ...bly extreme engine damage will occur 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Figure 9 3 Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly g006987 Figure 24 1 Cover 3 Paper air filter 2 Foam element 4 Air filter base 4 Remove the paper air filter and discard it as required Note Do Not try to clean a paper air filter 5 Remove the foam element and wash it with...

Page 26: ...ter to catch any oil that may leak out as you remove the filter 6 Remove the oil filter 7 Use your finger to coat the gasket on the new filter with clean Exmark 4 Cycle Premium Engine oil see Figure 25 g007000 Figure 25 1 Gasket 8 Install the new filter and hand tighten it 2 3 turn only 9 Fill the crankcase as stated in Check Engine Oil Level section Exmark 4 Cycle Premium Engine oil is recommende...

Page 27: ...en the adjusting bolt This could damage the blade drive belt 6 Reinstall the belt access panel and rotate the screws a quarter turn to lock into place 7 Connect the wire to the spark plug Change Blade Brake Clutch BBC Belt Service Interval Every 250 hours 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 3 Remove and retain the front belt cover and i...

Page 28: ... are engaged in the sprockets 10 Tighten the belt tension to the recommended settings refer to Check the Blade Drive System 11 Remove the rod or screwdrivers from the sprockets 12 Check the blades under the deck to make sure they are properly aligned refer to Check the Mower Blade section 13 Reinstall the BBC belt and the BBC bracket 14 Reinstall the belt cover using the four bolts 15 Connect the ...

Page 29: ...smission pulley D Remove the transmission belt E To install a new transmission belt reverse the steps above For machines with Kohler engines A Rotate the idler pulley over the access hole on the transmission by using a socket wrench to turn the idler pulley nut g288995 Figure 31 1 Socket wrench 3 Idler pulley nut 2 Idler pulley nut 4 Screwdriver B While you are holding the idler pulley over the ac...

Page 30: ...racked fouled or dirty spark plug Do Not clean the electrodes because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine 5 Set the gap on the plug to 0 030 inch 0 76 mm Figure 33 g006998 Figure 33 1 Side electrode 3 Air gap 0 030 inch 0 76 mm 2 Center electrode insulator 6 Install the spark plug and the gasket seal 7 Torque the plug to 17 ft lb 23 N m 8 Connect the wire to the spark plug Emptying th...

Page 31: ...off the ground the cable is too tight repeat steps 1 and 2 Note Adjustment to obtain desired ground speed at full bail travel may be made in order to accommodate slower speeds Adjusting the Blade Brake Cable Adjust whenever a new blade brake cable assembly is installed or if the blade control lock lever does not operate properly or the BBC belt is replaced 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving...

Page 32: ... cable 1 Disengage the parking brake 2 Turn the adjustment nut counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment Figure 37 g282318 Figure 37 1 Parking brake cable 4 Turn the nut clockwise to tighten the adjustment 2 Adjustment nut 5 Turn the nut counterclockwise to loosen the adjustment 3 Handle right side 3 Adjust the tension on the cable Figure 37 by pulling or pushing the cable jacket and holding...

Page 33: ...ne air intake screen around engine shrouding and exhaust system area 3 Wipe up any excessive grease or oil around the engine and exhaust system area Clean Grass Build Up Under Deck Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove spark plug wire 2 To ensure the best performance keep the underside of the lawn mower housing clean CAUTION The mower ...

Page 34: ...rt or operate the lawn mower unless one of the following is true Mulch Mode Discharge tunnel plug is locked securely in the discharge tunnel Side discharge cover is locked in place Discharge tunnel door is closed against frame Bag Mode Discharge tunnel plug is removed Grass bag is locked in place Discharge tunnel door is closed against bag Side discharge cover is locked in place Side Discharge Mod...

Page 35: ...ild up on the machine and cutting deck especially under deck belt shields around the fuel tank around engine and exhaust area Waste Disposal Motor Oil Disposal Engine oil is a pollutant to the environment Dispose of used oil at a certified recycling center or according to your state and local regulations 35 ...

Page 36: ... Slowly rotate the engine several times using the starter rope to distribute the oil 5 Install the spark plug but Do Not connect the wire to the spark plug General Storage Information 1 Clean the lawn mower housing Refer to Cleaning Grass Build Up Under Deck section in Cleaning 2 Clean any dirt and chaff from the cylinder cylinder head fins and blower housing 3 Remove grass clippings dirt and grim...

Page 37: ...ippings and debris 6 Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck 1 The wire is not connected to the spark plug 1 Connect the wire to the spark plug 2 Faulty spark plug 2 Clean adjust or replace spark plug 3 The throttle choke engine stop control is not in the Fast position 3 Move the control to the Fast position 4 The air filter element is dirty and is restricting the air flow 4 Clean the air filte...

Page 38: ... if necessary 2 There is debris under the frame 2 Clean the debris from under the frame Lawn mower does not self propel 3 Check belt for damage 3 Replace belt 1 BBC belt or timing belt is worn loose or broken 1 Adjust BBC cable adjust timing belt tension Replace if necessary 2 BBC belt is off pulley 2 Check belt for damage replace if necessary Blades do not rotate or slip 3 BBC cable is worn loose...

Page 39: ...estaurants grocery stores hotels schools and hospitals and on a wide variety of products Additionally some online and mail order retailers provide Prop 65 warnings on their websites or in catalogs How do the California warnings compare to federal limits Prop 65 standards are often more stringent than federal and international standards There are various substances that require a Prop 65 warning at...

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Page 44: ...M RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM DUAL TAIL WHEEL FLOOR PAN EXTENDER HITCH KIT LIGHT KIT MICRO MULCH SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM ROPS SNOW BLADE SNOWBLOWER SUN SHADE TRASH CONTAINER ULTRA VAC COLLECTION SYSTEM ULTRA VAC QUICK DISPOSAL SYSTEM WEATHER CAB Some accessories and options not available for some models Place Model No and Serial No Label Here Included in the Literature Pack or Fill in B...

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