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Limited Warranty

Exmark

 

Turf Equipment

Conditions and Products Covered

Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc. and its affiliate, Exmark Warranty Company,
pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant on the
terms and conditions herein, that we will repair, replace or adjust
any part manufactured by Exmark and found by us (in the exercise
of our reasonable discretion) to be defective in factory materials or
workmanship.

This warranty applies to Exmark turf equipment sold in the US or
Canada. This warranty may only be assigned or transferred to a
second (or third) owner by an authorized Exmark dealer.  The
warranty period commences upon the date of the original retail
purchase.

      Products

Warranty Period

All Products (except as noted below)

              1 year

(90 days for rental use)

Peerless 5–speed transmission

              1 year

(extended beyond manufacturer’s warranty of 90 days)

Frame,  Hydrostatic Traction System,

Electric Clutch and Exmark supplied Mufflers      2 years

Blade Spindle Assy and Deck Jackshaft Assy             3 years

(1 year parts and labor, with additional 2 years parts only)

Belts and Tires

              90 days

Battery                                 Refer to the battery manufacturer’s

warranty in the literature packet

Engine*               Warranty is covered by engine manufacturer

*Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s warranty statement that
is included in the literature packet.  We are not authorized to handle
warranty adjustments on engines.

This warranty only includes the cost of parts and labor.

Items and Conditions Not Covered

This warranty does not cover the following:

Pickup and delivery charges to and from any authorized
Exmark Service Dealer.

Any damage or deterioration due to normal use, wear and tear,
or exposure.

Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters,
fuel, lubricants, tune-up parts, and adjustments.

Any product or part which has been altered or misused or
required replacement or repair due to normal wear, accidents,
or lack of proper maintenance.

Any repairs necessary due to use of parts, accessories or
supplies, including gasoline, oil or lubricants, incompatible with
the turf equipment or other than as recommended in the
operator’s manual or other operational instructions provided by
Exmark.

All warranty work must be performed by an authorized Exmark
Service Dealer using Exmark approved replacement parts.

Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service

1Contact any Exmark Service Dealer to arrange service at their

dealership.  To locate a dealer convenient to you, access our
website at www.exmark.com. U.S. Customers may also call
402–223–6375.

2Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to

the Exmark Service Dealer.

If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s
analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:

Exmark Customer Service Department
The Exmark Warranty Company
2101 Ashland Avenue
Beatrice, NE 68310
402–223–6375 or
[email protected]

Owner’s Responsibilities

The Exmark turf equipment, including any defective part, must be
returned to an authorized Exmark service dealer within the
warranty period.  This warranty extends only to turf equipment
operated under normal conditions.  You must properly service and
maintain your Exmark product as described in the operator’s
manual.  Such routine maintenance, whether performed by a
dealer or by you, is at your expense.

As a condition to this warranty, customer shall have read the
operator’s manual and shall have completed and submitted to
Exmark Warranty Company, within the prescribed time, the
Exmark warranty registration.

General Conditions

The sole liability of Exmark and Exmark Warranty Company with
respect to this warranty shall be repair and replacement as set forth
herein.  Neither Exmark nor Exmark Warranty Company shall
have any liability for any other cost, loss or damage, including
but not limited to, any incidental or consequential loss or
damage.

In particular, we shall have no liability or responsibility for:

Expenses related to gasoline, oil or lubricants.

Travel time, overtime, after hours time or other extraordinary
repair charges or charge relating to repairs or replacements
outside of normal business hours at the place of business of
the authorized Exmark service dealer.

Rental of like or similar replacement equipment during the
period of any warranty, repair or replacement work.

Any telephone or telegram charges or travel charges.

Loss or damage to person or property other than that covered
by the terms of this warranty.

Any claims for lost revenue, lost profit or additional cost as a
result of a claim of breach of warranty.

Attorney’s fees.

No Claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or
rescission of the contract of sale of any Exmark mower.

There are no understandings, agreements, representations, or
warranties, express or implied,  including but not limited to any
regarding the merchantability (that product is fit for ordinary use) or
fitness for use (that product is fit for a particular purpose), not
specified herein, respecting the equipment which is the subject of
this warranty.

Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions and
limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

Rev.  8/1/2003

Summary of Contents for M216KA, M216KASP

Page 1: ...need to order replacement parts from your dealer always give the model number and serial number of your mower as well as the part number description and quantity of the part needed The Serial No plate is located on the top of the mower deck on the right hand corner of the machine For ease of ordering and reference we suggest that you record the information requested in the following identification...

Page 2: ...it for all moving parts to stop then remove the spark plug wire or remove the key before cleaning the blockage Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts Keep off the mower unless the seat platform is provided Keep others off the mower WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vapors has caused cancer in laboratory animals WHAT CAN HAPP...

Page 3: ...itting the Exmark Parts Plus order to Exmark by 3 00 p m central time the Distributor pays for the part and freight 3 Exmark being unable to ship the part and the Exmark parts order is received by 3 00 p m central time Exmark pays for the part and freight 4 If the part does not arrive overnight due to the shipper UPS the shipper pays for the freight and Exmark pays for the part The following restr...

Page 4: ...r mower maintain its maximum efficiency and promote safe operation 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 servic...

Page 5: ...ng under the Belt Cover 18 Lubricating the Pivot Arms 19 Adjusting the Self propel Drive 19 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 Storage 22 Preparing the Fuel System 22 Preparing the Engine 23 General Information 23 Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage 23 Page Accessories 23 Troubleshooting 24...

Page 6: ...cial mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Safety This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk behind rotary lawn mowers and the B71 4 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production Improperly using or maintaining this lawn mower can result in injury To reduce the p...

Page 7: ... mower away from the area of spillage to avoid creating any source of ignition until the gasoline vapors have dissipated Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely If you must drain the fuel from the fuel tank do it outdoors Replace faulty mufflers Before using always visually inspect the blades blade bolts and cutter assembly for wear or damage Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in s...

Page 8: ...k the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration Replace worn or damaged parts Use extra care when handling gasoline gasoline vapors are explosive Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep the lawn mower free of grass leaves or other debris buildup Clean up any oil or fuel spills Stop and inspect the lawn mower if you strike an object Repair the lawn mowe...

Page 9: ...e lawn mower and any moving parts while the engine is running Stop the engine before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Do not touch the lawn mower or attachment parts which may be hot from operation Allow the lawn mower to cool down before attempting to maintain adjust or service it Safety and Instruction Decals Safety dec...

Page 10: ... and nylon insert locknuts Fig 1 m 534 1 2 3 4 Figure 1 1 Handle latch 2 Bag support rod 3 Cap locknut 2 4 Handle Note You can adjust the handle height for comfortable operation Stand behind the handle to determine the height To adjust the handle height position the cap screws and the locknuts that secure the handle latches to the handle into the other mounting holes in the latches 3 Slide the bag...

Page 11: ...he fuel tank bracket Fig 3 3 Secure the fuel tank to the tank base with the two self tapping screws Fig 3 Do not overtighten the screws 4 Remove the red cap from the end of the fuel line and from the end of the elbow fitting on the fuel tank Fig 4 m 7283 1 2 3 Figure 4 1 Fuel line 2 Elbow fitting 3 Fuel valve 5 Slide the end of the fuel line onto the elbow fitting Fig 4 6 Secure the fuel line in p...

Page 12: ...and Full marks on the dipstick Fig 7 m 7278 m 7277 1 2 3 Figure 7 1 Dipstick 2 Full 3 Add Note When the crankcase is empty pour about 3 4 of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase then follow the procedure in this section To add oil 1 Move the lawn mower to a level surface 2 Clean around the dipstick Fig 7 3 Remove the dipstick by rotating the cap counterclockwise and pulling it out 4 Wipe...

Page 13: ...each of children Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline Danger When fueling under certain circumstances a static charge can develop igniting the gasoline A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and damage property Always place gasoline containers on the ground and away from your vehicle before filling Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trai...

Page 14: ...f exposure Wear hearing protection when operating this machine Caution Controls The blade control bail starter handle and throttle control are on the upper handle as shown in Figure 9 222 2 1 3 Figure 9 1 Blade control bail 2 Starter handle 3 Throttle control Starting the Engine 1 Connect the wire to the spark plug Fig 10 1 m 7280 Figure 10 1 Spark plug wire 2 Open the fuel valve Fig 8 3 Move the ...

Page 15: ...ximum ground speed Move the ground speed control to the Neutral position when you use the lawn mower for trimming and whenever you leave the lawn mower Using the Discharge Tunnel Plug 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Insert the plug refer to Installing the Discharge Tunnel Plug on page 7 3 To remove the plug move the discharge door handle rearward and lift up the spring cl...

Page 16: ...tanders Check the grass bag frequently If it is damaged install a new Exmark replacement bag Warning Cut the grass until the bag is full Important Do not overfill the bag Removing the Grass Bag 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Raise the discharge door handle and move it forward to engage the pin with the catch Fig 14 3 Grasp the handles at the front and the rear of the bag...

Page 17: ...and reduces engine performance Cutting Grass Grass grows at different rates at different times of the year In the summer heat it is best to cut grass at the 2 inch 51 mm 2 1 2 inch 64 mm or 3 inch 76 mm cutting height settings Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time Do not cut below the 2 inch 51 mm setting unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass growth begins to slow ...

Page 18: ...s quickly in rough or in sandy conditions Check for leaks in the fuel system and or a deteriorating fuel hose Replace parts if necessary Remove grass clippings and debris from under the belt cover Lubricate the pivot arms self propel model only 75 Hours Adjust the self propel drive system self propel model only 100 Hours Change the oil filter Inspect the spark plug and replace it if necessary Clea...

Page 19: ...ar right wheel Note The blade will draw in water and wash out clippings Let the water run until you no longer see clippings being washed out from under the housing 4 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 5 Turn off the garden hose 6 Start the lawn mower and let it run for a few minutes to dry out the moisture on the lawn mower and its components Scraping Method If washing does not ...

Page 20: ... Fig 10 3 Remove the screw that secures the air cleaner cover Fig 18 1 2 3 m 7282 Figure 18 1 Screw 2 Cover 3 Paper air filter 4 Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly Fig 18 5 Remove the paper air filter and discard it as required Fig 19 m 7281 1 2 Figure 19 1 Paper air filter 2 Foam pre cleaner Important Do not try to clean a paper filter 6 Remove the foam pre cleaner and wash it with a mild d...

Page 21: ... Fig 20 757 1 2 3 Figure 20 1 Blade 2 Blade bolt and lock washer 3 Accelerator Inspecting the Blade Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear especially where the flat and the curved parts meet Fig 21A Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade check the blade before using the lawn mower If you notice a slot or wear Figs...

Page 22: ...erator or bystanders Do not operate the lawn mower without the accelerator Warning 2 Return the lawn mower to its upright position 3 Connect the wire to the spark plug Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter The fuel filter screen element is located inside the fuel tank Clean the fuel filter element every 100 operating hours 1 Stop the engine and wait for it to cool down Important Drai...

Page 23: ... the Self propel Drive Self propel Model only If the lawn mower does not self propel or has a tendency to creep forward when the control bar is more than 1 1 2 inches 3 8 cm from the handle adjust the wheel drive control knob on the rear of the gear box 1 Close the door in the lawn mower housing and remove the grass bag 2 Rotate the control knob clockwise turn if the lawn mower does not self prope...

Page 24: ...ot after the engine has been run and contact with hot oil can cause sever personal injury Avoid contacting the hot engine oil when you drain it Warning 2 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 3 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug Fig 10 4 Drain the engine oil refer to Changing the Engine Oil on page 16 5 Place a rag under the oil filter to catch any oil that may leak out as you...

Page 25: ...e gap between the brake lever and the handle must be between 3 16 and 1 4 in 5 and 6 mm To adjust the cable go to step 4 4 To adjust the cable do the following Hand push Model only A Loosen the jam nut on the blade brake cable Fig 32 483 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 32 1 Handle 2 Brake lever 3 3 16 to 1 4 in 5 to 6 mm 4 Cable adjuster 5 Jam nut 6 cable conduit B Insert a 3 16 to 1 4 in 5 to 6 mm object betw...

Page 26: ...n the screws alternating from side to side for a uniform fit until the wheel halves are drawn together Fig 34 6 Install the 2 cap screws and 2 locknuts previously removed in the remaining holes in the wheel halves and tighten Remove the 2 long screws or bolts and replace them with 2 cap screws and 2 locknuts Fig 34 7 Install the wheel to the pivot arm with the cap screws a spacer and a locknut Ens...

Page 27: ...vicing the Air Filter on page 16 6 Lubricate the pivot arms refer to Lubricating the Pivot Arms on page 16 7 Tighten all nuts bolts and screws 8 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage 1 Check and tighten all fasteners 2 Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow exces...

Page 28: ...3 The air filter element is dirty and is restricting the air flow 4 The underside of the lawn mower deck contains clippings and debris 5 The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 6 The engine oil level is low or the oil is dirty 1 Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline 2 Clean the fuel cap vent hole or replace the fuel cap 3 Clean the air filter pre cleaner and or replace t...

Page 29: ...ippings and debris 1 Place all four wheels at the same height 2 Sharpen and balance the blade 3 Change the mowing pattern 4 Clean the underside of the lawn mower deck Discharge chute plugs 1 The throttle lever is not in the Fast position 2 The cutting height is too low 3 You are mowing too fast 4 The grass is wet 5 The underside of the lawn mower deck contains clippings and debris 1 Move the throt...

Page 30: ...ales receipt to the Exmark Service Dealer If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at Exmark Customer Service Department The Exmark Warranty Company 2101 Ashland Avenue Beatrice NE 68310 402 223 6375 or service exmark com Owner s Responsibilities The Exmark turf equipment including any defective part must be returned to an...

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