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Bulletin # 061 
1 Page 
September 7, 2006 

Cutting Deck Baffle-System Option 

Subject

New optional deck baffle system 

Units
Affected:

All three bladed machines 

Situation:

Consistent with our commitment to continuous improvement, an 
optional baffling system has been developed for purchase as 
an upgrade to cutting decks.  This system is designed to further 
improve cut quality, air flow and discharge.  This is an 

optional

upgrade with the exception of Mid-Mount Z mowers - each of 
these mowers will have the opportunity to obtain the upgrade 
free of charge (parts only) 

The Fix: 

The kits will be available beginning September 18, 2006.  Order 
as needed using the following information.  Current MSRP for 
each kit is $95.00

 Mid-Mount 

mowers: 

 

48” deck – 95430006 

 

52” deck – 95440007 

 

61” deck – 95450006 

 

All other mower models: 

 

48” deck – 95430005 

 

52” deck – 95440006 

 

61” deck – 95450005 

Claim
Procedure:  

For Mid-Mount Z mowers

: Purchase and install the kit.  File 

warranty claim for parts only 

 

For all other models

:  None - optional upgrade 

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Summary of Contents for WSES36

Page 1: ...2007 Service Handbook WHAT IT MEANS TO RIDE WRIGHT ...

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Page 3: ...in 62 Deck Height Cog and Latch Kit 30 Bulletin 63 0069 pulley 31 Service and Repair 33 Neutral Adjust RTN 34 Tracking Adjustments Z 35 Checking and Adjusting Deck Alignment and Pitch 36 Deck Alignment and Pitch Z 37 Deck Alignment and Pitch Sentar 38 Deck Alignment and Pitch WSES WSR 39 Deck Height Adjustments WSS 40 Deck Height Adjustments WS WV 42 Deck Height Adjustments Velke Gear Belt Drive 4...

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Page 5: ...2007 Service Handbook Forms 1 ...

Page 6: ... your Wright Distributor if you have questions regarding a mower registration Only registered mowers are eligible for warranty 3 Completely fill out this form including Owner and Dealer signatures Note Claims are not valid without signatures model and serial numbers 4 Give gold copy of this form to customer dealer keeps pink copy 5 Submit the remaining copies of this claim to your distributor with...

Page 7: ...rt Deck 2 year P L 1P L 2 Part LL 2 yr P L LL 2 yr P L Engine Deck 2 year P L 1P L 2 Part LL 2 yr P L LL 2 yr P L Frame 2 year P L 1P L 2 Part LL 2 yr P L LL 2 yr P L Upright 2 year P L 1P L 2 Part LL 2 yr P L LL 2 yr P L Hydraulic Hose 2 year P L Excluded Excluded Excluded Battery 90 day 90 day 90 day 90 day Belt 90 day Excluded Excluded Excluded Applicable warranty based solely on original retai...

Page 8: ... regular unleaded gasoline Open fuel valve located between fuel tank and engine x DO NOT START THE ENGINE AT THIS TIME FOLLOW THE NEXT PROCEDURE BEFORE STARTING The hydraulic system MUST be checked for proper operation before allowing wheels to operate on the ground x Set the rear of the machine on jack stands or blocks to raise rear wheels off the ground two or three inches and check to be sure t...

Page 9: ...both hand controls are at the full speed position If not see further in this manual for information on tracking adjustment x As you drive the mower listen for any unusual noises and test for irregular operation and adjust or service as necessary Next go over the safety information and operating procedures in this manual with the customer Instruct the customer in proper operation and observe the cu...

Page 10: ... Some parts have been revised but still are using same part WS Upright Frame Two styles same part 93420038 52 Sentar Deck Need serial photo 61 Sentar 1 2 Need serial WS Cockpit tractor frame Need serial 6 ...

Page 11: ...2007 Service Handbook Service Bulletins 7 ...

Page 12: ...as a resource for determining the proper high pressure hydraulic hose and part number for the various possible current applications Units Affected ALL current Situation None information only The Fix None information only Claim Procedure None information only Bulletin 054 2 Pages February 9 2006 8 ...

Page 13: ...t JIC 28215 Up 33410051 21 X X Short 90 FF Straight JIC FF Nipple JIC 90 Incl Velke Mower S N pre 28215 33410052 21 X Straight FF Short 90 JIC 35410041 Fitting Incl 33410057 34 X Straight FF Long 90 JIC All 33410061 21 X Straight FF 45 JIC All 33410062 23 X w 90 FF Straight JIC FF Nipple JIC 90 Incl 33410063 23 X w o Straight FF Short 90 JIC 35410041 Fitting Incl 33410064 27 X w 90 FF Straight JIC...

Page 14: ...etter Failure to do this exposes the Dealer to the liability of consequential damages should a problem develop with the mower related to the items in this bulletin This product recall requires that all affected mowers have the hydraulic oil cooler removed as quickly as possible and no later than 40 days from the date of this bulletin In cases where the mower has been retailed the Dealer should mak...

Page 15: ...iled without this service being performed The engine manufacturer recommends cleaning the dust dirt and debris from cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins every 100 hours or more often under dusty conditions Grass clogged cylinder heads and cooling fins can contribute to engine overheating and we strongly recommend this service item be done frequently Please take this opportunity to perform this ...

Page 16: ... by removing truss head screw Fig 1 A 2 Remove truss head screws attaching front Fig 2 A cooler bracket to engine guard and 2 nuts attaching rear bracket to engine guard Fig 2 B 3 Lift cooler from engine reinstall and tighten acorn nuts 4 Loosen hose clamp Fig 2 hose 1 5 Remove knee pad CAUTION There are several cut wire ties behind knee pad that can cut you Fig 1 Fig 2 A A B 1 2 12 ...

Page 17: ...e tee NOTE Oil may spill 9 Remove line 1 from cooler Fig 3 and cut 5 from end NOTE Some oil may spill 10 Connect hose to return line tee Fig 5 hose 1 11 Check fluid level and fill as needed Fig 5 12 Check for leaks and re install knee pad 13 FOR RETAILED MOWERS ONLY Remove engine shroud fan housing and thoroughly remove all grass and debris from engine and fan using compressed air This bulletin pr...

Page 18: ...at the time of this service o Mowers with a serial number from 24188 through 30058 and a model number beginning with either WSES or WSR A newly designed muffler heat shield needs to be installed o Mowers with a serial number from 24188 through 33155 and a model number beginning with either WSES or WSR Choosing to not have this product recall work performed on your mower within the prescribed time ...

Page 19: ... shield only Time allowed for this scenario 6 hours Serial range is 24188 33155 Ƒ Scenario 2 Mower retailed needs heat shield and engine cooling fins cleaned Time allowed for this scenario 1 0 hours Serial range is 24188 33155 Ƒ Scenario 3 Mower not retailed needs hydraulic oil cooler removed and heat shield Time allowed for this scenario 1 2 hours Serial range is 24188 30058 Ƒ Scenario 4 Mower re...

Page 20: ...ing within 20 days of receipt of this letter Failure to do this exposes the Dealer to the liability of consequential damages should a problem develop with the mower related to the items in this bulletin This product recall requires that all affected mowers have the muffler heat shield installed as quickly as possible and no later than 40 days from the date of this bulletin In cases where the mower...

Page 21: ... that have been retailed contact the end user to have this service performed Units that have been retailed but not registered must be registered immediately All affected mowers need to have this update performed No affected mower should be retailed without this service being performed Claim Procedure 0 6 hour of labor allowed Complete the Quick Claim Form in Bulletin 055 and submit within 15 days ...

Page 22: ... the exhaust ports with a 12mm socket and the upper mounting bracket nut and bolt using two 1 2 inch wrenches Step Two After removing muffler from engine remove the heat shield if it is still attached to the muffler can This can be done using Tin Snips as shown below Be careful not to damage or puncture the muffler can in the removal process 18 ...

Page 23: ...acket through the oblong hole in the shield Step Four Thoroughly remove old gasket material and clean affected areas Using new exhaust gaskets included with heat shield remount the muffler can with exhaust studs going through the heat shield Align the upper mounting bracket of the heat shield such that the muffler tailpipe is centered on the side and not touching the heat shield 19 ...

Page 24: ... at the time of this service o Mowers with a serial number from 24188 through 30058 and a model number beginning with either WSES or WSR A newly designed muffler heat shield needs to be installed o Mowers with a serial number from 24188 through 33155 and a model number beginning with either WSES or WSR Choosing to not have this product recall work performed on your mower within the prescribed time...

Page 25: ...epair work performed The guide is not exhaustive and will continue to develop as time goes on The guide may be accessed online at http purchase wrightmfg com under Service Area using your unique Dealer login Contact your Distributor if you do not have login information Additionally Wright will begin paying a parts cost reimbursement premium on all claims which should equal roughly 15 above Dealer ...

Page 26: ...nditions as a standard ĺ The common tools special tools and all other equipment needed for repairs are on hand and so placed as to be readily available for use The times are not based on the use of any air tools ĺ The flat rate times have been developed over time from an average of work performed by skilled mechanics 3 Calculating the flat rate time when more than two kinds of work are performed a...

Page 27: ...ific check IPL YES Hydro Pump each 1 1 5 1 1 newer models are side specific check IPL YES Fuel Tank 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 YES Solenoid 0 5 0 7 0 5 0 5 includes diagnostic time Ignition Switch 0 5 0 7 0 5 0 5 includes diagnostic time Blade switch PTO 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 includes diagnostic time Upright 1 3 1 6 1 3 1 3 Velke Mower is for pistol grip models Engine and related not covered see engine manufacture...

Page 28: ...If this happens the belt can wear through the hose and cause the hose to leak The Fix Re route the hose from the hanging position to up between the hydraulic tank and mower frame as pictured below The hose fittings on the pump will need to be re oriented to accommodate this change as pictured below This work should be performed as quickly as possible on each affected mower Do not wait until the ho...

Page 29: ...ose routed horizontally below the hydro tank Top view of new routing configuration Fig 2 Hose looped up between the hydro tank and the frame A and the pump fittings are re oriented at an angle towards the bottom of the hydro tank to eliminate the possibility of hose binding B B A 25 ...

Page 30: ...Bulletin 058 3 Pages June 29 2006 Bottom view of new routing configuration Fig 3 26 ...

Page 31: ...th serial numbers up to 33614 Situation Some Sport and RH predominantly 52 model mowers have experienced premature wear in the deck lift system This wear can affect deck leveling deck pitch and potentially quality of cut The Fix Only if a particular mower experiences premature wear in the deck lift system install this kit Installation instructions come with the kit Claim Procedure 1 0 hour of labo...

Page 32: ...flat free style tires on the front casters Both the flat free style and pneumatic tires will be available for purchase through our parts department The chart below outlines the various options and part numbers Currently the pricing for the flat free style assembly is the same as the pneumatic The Fix None information only Claim Procedure None information only Tire Wheel Assembly Stander Sport RH V...

Page 33: ...s an optional upgrade with the exception of Mid Mount Z mowers each of these mowers will have the opportunity to obtain the upgrade free of charge parts only The Fix The kits will be available beginning September 18 2006 Order as needed using the following information Current MSRP for each kit is 95 00 Mid Mount Z mowers 48 deck 95430006 52 deck 95440007 61 deck 95450006 All other mower models 48 ...

Page 34: ...has been developed for units that have experienced the deck height latch ratcheting up into a higher cutting height position while mowing on uneven ground This kit insures that the selected cutting height is maintained The Fix As units experience difficulty maintaining the selected cutting height order part number 95460008 and install the kit according to the instructions included with the kit Cla...

Page 35: ... number 71460069 is being superseded by kit part number 71460106 for Sentar and Z applications When an order is received for 71460069 it will be filled with 71460106 71460106 is a kit that includes 71460098 pulley 22420007 bore adapter for certain Sentar and Z mowers 13990038 washer Î If replacing the pulley on a 42 Stander see below for individual component part numbers a pulley kit is not availa...

Page 36: ... 8 16 12990031 2 Washer Flat 3 8x1 13990038 3 Idler Pulley 6 71460098 4 Bore Adaptor WSE WZ 22420007 5 Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 11990068 6 Bore Adaptor WS 42 22420006 7 Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 11990006 Items with an asterisk are required for the initial upgrade to the 71460098 pulley WS 42 WZ 52 61 WSE 52 61 2 7 4 3 2 1 5 4 1 2 6 3 2 2 3 1 2 5 32 ...

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Page 39: ...or supports are in rearward holes for the bagging system then it is not necessary to remove the rear wheels Replace rear tires Release seat platform latch and raise seat Loosen front locking nuts at control levers Fig 2 Rotate the connecting rod CCW to speed up and CW to slow down Tighten front lock nut and drive Figure 1 Figure 2 35 ...

Page 40: ...nts are taken Measure front blade tip to floor Measure back blade tip to floor Perform these steps on both trim side and discharge side blades Back blade tip should be 1 8 1 4 higher than the front blade tip Make necessary adjustments to ensure forward pitch NOTES _____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________...

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Page 42: ...Sentar Deck alignment and pitch adjustments 16 Front Rear Raise or lower one side Pitch adjustments 38 ...

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Page 44: ...time Adjust the rear wheel motor supports equally in one of the three settings up or down 0 75 each in a 1 5 total range Fine Adjustment Adjust the blades equally in five settings up or down 0 25 each in a 1 25 total range The shims on the blade bolts are moved from under the spindle to the top of the spindle If possible leave at least one shim at the top and the bottom of the spindle shaft Use th...

Page 45: ...____________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 41 ...

Page 46: ...Deck Height Adjustments WS WV Hydro 2 5 3 75 3 25 4 5 1 75 3 0 3 42 ...

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Page 48: ...th 2 spacers between the blade and the spindle then one spacer needs to be removed Standers and Velkes must have all blade spacers installed 5ea Spindle NOTES _____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____...

Page 49: ...nt outside edge of deck and clamp Fig 1 5 Slide trim side up tight against front of deck and clamp Fig 2 Note It may require two people to set and clamp baffle Install blades loosely and spin by hand to ensure there is no interference with the baffle 6 Drill holes 4 or 5 depending on deck size using a 3 8 drill bit Fig 3 7 Secure baffle to deck using hardware provided 8 Tighten blade bolts and run...

Page 50: ...on Yellow Circuit Check for a blown fuse If fuse is blown check for short circuit and replace with 20A Fuse Never use a circuit breaker style fuse Yellow Wire Connector on Key Switch Inspect Yellow wire connection on Key Switch for good contact Check Key Switch Key Switch Connectors A and B should have continuity in the RUN position Bad Elecrical Connection in Circuit Disconnect clean and reconnec...

Page 51: ...utch life Never engage clutch if mower deck is plugged with grass or other material Once clutch is engaged increase speed to full throttle for mowing Disengaging clutch Set throttle at no less than speed Disengage by pressing PTO switch in NOTES _____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ _______________________________________...

Page 52: ... across the leads at the connectors Voltage should be 12 14 volts DC NOTES _____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ___________________________...

Page 53: ...ch lead wire Repair Faulty electrical system Repair or replace Clogged deck bad spindle etc Remove excess grass Replace spindle Engine oil leak on brake Repair leak Replace with new Magstop unit Problem Possible Causes Solution Loose mounting bolt not torqued properly Replace Field assembly movement restricted Confirm proper anti rotation Adapter plate rattles against anti rotation pin Some noise ...

Page 54: ... Idler Arms using blue die spring Keep in mind that the tool will work on some but not all cutter deck idlers Secure Machine Remove necessary covers to gain access to work area Deck Covers Pump Pulley Cover Use breaker bar on idler arm relieve belt tension and remove belt Using breaker bar again compress spring completely and install spring tool Fig 1 2 3 This has the tension off of the idler arm ...

Page 55: ...ns 5 6 times NOTE As air is purged form the unit the oil level will drop 4 Close the bypass valves and slowly move the directional controls in both forward and reverse directions 5 6 times 5 It may be necessary to repeat steps 3 and 4 until all air is purged from system 6 When pumps move forward and reverse at normal speed purging is complete 7 Check and fill fluid Testing Need to have a BDP Flow ...

Page 56: ... or pulley Oil level low or contaminated oil Fill to proper level or change oil Excessive loading Reduce vehicle load Bypass loose Tighten bypass Air trapped in hydraulic system Purge hydraulic system Inlet leak Check all externals to pump inlet Inlet filter clogged Replace filter Suspected internal damage Check using flow test kit Debris buildup Remove debris Oil level low or contaminated oil Fil...

Page 57: ...ower Deck on Boards a Place two 2x4 s under the left and right sides of the deck The boards should span the length of the deck front to rear Lower the deck such that it is resting on the 2x4 s The 2x4 s should be positioned on the floor as shown in Fig 2 3 Jack and Remove Rear Tires Fig 3 4 Remove E Clips Fig 4 A B and C a Remove E clips from brake bar A deck lift hangers B and front deck lift lin...

Page 58: ...me to the mower main frame This will allow the frame to flex for the removal of the front lift axle Fig 5 6 Remove Front Deck Hangers Save Hangers Fig 6 7 Removing Front Lift Axle a Pull on the side of the frame as shown in Figure 7 to remove the front lift axle from the frame b Discard front lift axle Fig 5 Fig 6 Fig 7 54 ...

Page 59: ...ling in front of mower use knees on front frame hold muffler and push with knees to slide frame back OR b Role jack back use care so jack wont pull out from under mower 10 Remove Deck Lift Handle and Remove E Clip From Rear Deck Lift Linkage a Remove 4 nuts and bolts holding deck lift handle Fig 9 A b Slide lift handle forward out of the way as in Fig 9 B c Remove e clip from deck lift linkage and...

Page 60: ...ins a Install rear lift axle from the bottom of mower lift evenly into place lining up rear pin hole as close as possible NOTE It may be necessary to spread the frame in the front to ease lift axle into place b Install rear pins from inside of the assembly The 7 8 machined shoulder of the pin should fit in the 7 8 hole in the frame sidewall originally used by the old pin system c Make sure the pin...

Page 61: ... Pins on Lift Axle Fig 13 a Lower jack this eases in the alignment b Use the deck lift handle to align the engine frame with the front pin holes on the rear lift axle c Install pin from outside it may be helpful to disconnect the hydraulic hose retaining clip for better access d As before machined pin should be flush e Install both sides before tightening Fig 12 Fig 13 57 ...

Page 62: ... Fig 15 Spanners will fit flush c Install machined bushing on the end of shaft Fig 16 A and install front lift axle assembly between frame rails ensure deck lift linkage is raised and out of the way so it doesn t get trapped under lift axle Fig 16 B d The tabbed end on the Stainless steel shaft will go beneath the frame journal plate as shown in Fig 17 Bushing 13990019 Fig 14 Fig 15 Fig 16 B Fig 1...

Page 63: ...me as shown in Fig 18 9 Reconnect Castor Frame to Frame Rail Fig 19 a Use aligning punch to help line up holes 10 Install Front Deck Hangers Fig 20 10A 95460006 KIT ONLY Replace front deck hangers with new hangers provided with kit a Do not tighten bolts yet Fig 18 Fig 19 Fig 20 59 ...

Page 64: ... Tires 13 Raise Deck and Install Deck Lift Assist Springs NOTE The use of a pry bar or a section of angle iron will aid in attaching springs a Remove 2x4 s from under deck b Remove jack 14 Check for Free Movement a Raise the deck up and down feeling for any obstruction b Raise deck in highest position and tighten front deck hanger bolts Fig 21 60 ...

Page 65: ...3 2x 19 1 93460076 5 HEX BOLT 1 2 20 x 1 5 4 11990055 16 1 2 13 NYLOCK NUT 4 12990055 6 DECK LIFT LINKAGE w 7 1 93460079 17 7 16 FLAT WASHER 4 13990002 7 LINKAGE BUSHING 2 25410008 18 LIFT HANGER SPANNER 2 96460003 8 1 1 4 MACH BUSH 14 GA 1 13990023 19 FRONT DECK LINK BUSHING 2 17460005 9 1 1 4 E CLIP 2 15990032 20 1 2 13 x 1 3 4 FLANGE BOLT 2 11990109 10 REAR LIFT AXLE BUSHING 4 25410006 21 1 2 1...

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