Exmark ULTRA VAC UVD60, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance
Maintenance
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
WARNING
While maintenance or adjustments are being
made, someone could start the engine.
Accidental starting of the engine could seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition switch, engage
parking brake, and pull the wire(s) off the spark
plug(s) before you do any maintenance. Also
push the wire(s) aside so it does not accidentally
contact the spark plug(s).
WARNING
The engine can become very hot. Touching a hot
engine can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine to cool completely before
service or making repairs around the engine area.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
Before each use or daily
• Check the blower housing/impeller.
• Check door cloth mesh.
• Clean muffler and rear frame area.
• Clean rear screen in the hopper.
Every 25 hours • Lubricate grease fittings.
Every 50 hours
• Check condition of belt.
Yearly or before storage
• Clean blower.
Periodic Maintenance
Check Blower
Housing/Impeller
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Inspect for wear or damage daily. Replace or
repair worn parts as needed.
Note:
When mowing in areas with sandy soil,
use low lift blades on the cutting deck and higher
cutting heights to minimize wear on the blower
components.
Check Door Cloth Mesh
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Inspect the door cloth mesh for wear, tears, or
damage.
WARNING
Under normal use the cloth mesh will
deteriorate and wear. Objects could exit
through worn cloth mesh at high speeds.
Thrown objects can cause serious injury or
kill you or bystanders.
Check cloth mesh frequently for tears and
holes. Replace worn cloth mesh.
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