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Operators manual

Models:

968999105 / WH3614A
968999111 / WH3615A
968999106 / WH4817A

MANUAL NO. 539104754 REV. 02  (2/22/01)

Summary of Contents for WH3614A

Page 1: ...Operators manual Models 968999105 WH3614A 968999111 WH3615A 968999106 WH4817A MANUAL NO 539104754 REV 02 2 22 01 ...

Page 2: ...the mower Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering sub stance CAUTION 1 Keep all shields guards and safety devices in place and in proper working condition 2 Stop engine and remove spark plug wires or remove key before adjusting servicing or per forming maintenance TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE If you have any questions pertaini...

Page 3: ...1 Lubrication 12 Fuel filter 13 Hydraulic filter and oil 14 Cutter housing TROUBLE SHOOTING SAFETY 1 Training 2 Preparation 3 Operation 4 Transportation 5 Maintenance SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS 1 Cutting height 2 Motion control linkage 3 Reverse spring detent 4 Blade belts 5 Engine belt guides 6 Pump belt 7 Safety interlock system OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Controls 2 Starting and operation ...

Page 4: ...ean off any spilled gasoline before starting the mower OPERATION 1 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 2 Do not operate the mower in wet grass if possible 3 Mow across slopes Use extreme caution when mowing or turning on slopes Always turn to the downhill side Do not mow excessively steep slopes mower may tip over and cause injury or death 4 Use caution when backing up 5 Stop the blades ...

Page 5: ...STMENTS 1 Uncrate mower 2 Mount front caster assemblies to the front deck using the fasteners provided on the deck both sides 3 Cut the plastic wire ties holding the operator presence levers down 4 Check tire pressure in all four tires rear tires 15 PSI front tires 20 25 PSI 5 Check engine oil with dipstick Add if needed per engine manufactures specifications See engine manual 6 Check hydraulic oi...

Page 6: ...see fig 2 NOTE To achieve the best quality cut the blades should be level with the ground or slightly tipped forward CASTER SWIVEL 1 2 C SPACERS MACHINERYBUSHING CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Figure 2 CARRIAGE BOLTS a POSTION A POSTION B POSTION C b Figure 1 REAR DECK ADJUSTMENT REAR DECK ADJUSTMENT REAR...

Page 7: ... 1 2 3 4 5 B A C MOTION CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 1 This adjustment must be made with the drive wheels rotating Raise rear of the unit and block it up so the wheels are free to rotate CAUTION Keep hands feet and clothing away from rotating tires 2 It will be necessary to make this adjustment with the reverse detents disconnected 3 With the ground speed lever in neutral or stop position start the engine 4...

Page 8: ...peed lever should be in the neutral or stop position and the thumb latches unlocked 4 Loosen the two 1 4 bolts holding the reverse detent bracket Slide the bracket up or down till it just touches the L shape stop under the console Holding the bracket against the stop retighten the two 1 4 bolts Repeat on other side if needed see fig 4 8 Turn the short linkage the proper direction in the swivel so ...

Page 9: ...de engagement lever is in the engaged position 5 To increase belt tension rotate turnbuckle toward the rear of the mower until desired tension is gained Do not over tighten belts to much tension will reduce belt and spindle bearing life see fig 5 AUXILIARY BLADE BELT 1 Before performing adjustments on blade belt turn the mower off and disconnect spark plug wire or wires 2 To adjust tension on the ...

Page 10: ...starting if the blade and or ground speed lever are engaged It also causes engine shutdown if the operator falls from or attempts to leave the operator position while the blades or ground speed lever are engaged After the engine starts the operator must hold either the left or right O P lever down before engaging the blades or moving the ground speed lever If neither O P lever is held the engine w...

Page 11: ...s will slow the right wheel and cause the mower to turn in that direction To turn left while moving in forward direction pull the left control lever back towards the neutral position this will slow the left wheel and cause the mower to turn in that direction 4 Blade engagement lever Located on the left side of the console To engage the blades push the lever all the way forward and to disengage the...

Page 12: ...he dipstick and wipe clean Reinsert the dipstick all the way but do not screw down Remove the dipstick and check oil level If oil level is low add oil Use engine manufacturers specs for type of oil 2 Pump drive belt Stop engine and remove key Check the tension on the belt 3 Mower blades Stop engine and remove key Inspect blades and sharpen or replace as needed Check daily or more often if needed T...

Page 13: ...Use only 20w 50 motor oil 9 Tire pressure Check every 25 to 50 hours Rear tires require 15 psi and caster tires 20 psi 10 Belts Check every 25 hours Stop engine and remove key Check the condition of all belts 12 Lubrication every 25 hours Caster tires and front caster pivots Clean grease zerk thoroughly before greasing 13 Fuel filter Replace annually or as needed 14 Hydraulic filter and oil Change...

Page 14: ...the setscrews after you have pinched the assembly together with the blade bolt and nut Cutterhousingassembliesusesealedbearings and are maintenance free NOTE WHEN PRESSING A BEARING IN OR OUT OF A CUTTERHOUSINGAPPLYCONSTANTPRESSURE TO THE RACE OR RACES THAT HAVE AN INTERFERENCEFIT NEVER BEAT A BEARING IN OR OUT Each cutter spindle on 48 Models have a different stack up of spacers and pulleys to ac...

Page 15: ...Mower moves when in neutral position Mower pulls left or right When a problem occurs do not overlook the simple causes 1 Tire pressure uneven 2 Motion control linkage adjustment 3 Soft terrain 4 Slope too steep 5 Tracking not adjusted 1 Motion control linkage out of adjustment 2 Pump arms loose or out of adjustment 3 Short linkage out of adjustment see motion control adjustment 1 Blades dull 2 Gro...

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