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116-8431

OPERATOR CONTROLLED

DISCHARGE-FOOT

Part No. 4505-903 Rev. A

 

Summary of Contents for 116-8431

Page 1: ...116 8431 OPERATOR CONTROLLED DISCHARGE FOOT Part No 4505 903 Rev A ...

Page 2: ...s products at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes to products manufactured previously Exmark or its distributors and dealers accept no responsibility for variations which may be evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication 2021 Exmark Mfg Co Inc 415 Industrial Row Beatrice NE 68310 2 Contact us at ...

Page 3: ...m for additional safe operation information such as safety tips training materials and Operator s manuals 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 ...

Page 4: ...Operation Instructions 11 During Operation Safety 11 After Operation 12 Maintenance 13 Maintenance Safety 13 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 13 Periodic Maintenance 14 Check for Loose Hardware 14 Check Discharge Gate Closure 14 Adjustments 14 Foot Pedal Adjustment 14 Discharge Gate Adjustment 14 Troubleshooting 16 California Proposition 65 Warning Information 17 4 ...

Page 5: ...all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury Read understand and follow all instructions and warnings in the mower and equipment Operator s Manuals and on the machine engine and attachments All operators and mechanics should be trained If the operator s or mechanic s can not read this manual it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them other languages may be availa...

Page 6: ...ay be obtained from your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor or from Exmark Mfg Co Inc Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the backing to expose the adhesive surface Apply only to a clean dry surface 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 mowe...

Page 7: ...tant The Operator Controlled Discharge accessory comes with its own discharge deflector When using the Operator Controlled Discharge accessory Exmark recommends the original discharge deflector to remain installed on the unit and in the flipped up position There are some instances where the existing discharge deflector must be removed when installing the Operator Controlled Discharge accessory If ...

Page 8: ...frame has complete contact all around the discharge opening the shim is not necessary It can remain in the storage position for potential later use on other mower decks A Remove the shim located on the front of the gate link frame and loosely reinstall the nut B Loosen the nut on the left adjustment slot of the gate link frame C Install the shim between the gate link frame and the pivot mount asse...

Page 9: ...Install the cable bracket assembly onto the LH frame close to the foot pedal and reinstall the carriage bolt and nyloc nut reference Figure 8 8 Insert the cable control pivot into the foot pedal and secure with hairpin 9 Route the cable along the LH frame and around the backside of the cross shaft Secure the cable to the cross shaft with two velcro straps g020092 Figure 8 1 Foot pedal 4 Cross shaf...

Page 10: ...ropriate personal protective equipment such as safety glasses long pants substantial slip resistant footwear and hearing protection Tie back long hair and avoid loose clothing and loose jewelry which may get tangled in moving parts The machine that the Operator Controlled Discharge accessory attaches to produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss thro...

Page 11: ...o Not operate the machine when there is the risk of lightning Keep away from holes ruts bumps rocks and other hidden hazards Use care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees tall grass or other objects that may hide obstacles or obscure vision Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Do Not operate the machine without all safety shields guards switches and other devices in place and in proper...

Page 12: ...ry out of the deck mounting tube 5 Lower the existing discharge deflector Important Reinstall the original discharge deflector if it was removed during the installation Important Always mow with the discharge deflector installed and in the down position 6 The machine can now be used for side discharge mowing After Operation General Safety Park machine on level ground disengage drives set parking b...

Page 13: ...dition 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 accessories may alter the warranty controllability and safety of the machine Unauthorized modifications to the original equipment or failure to use original Exmark parts could lead to serious injury or death Unauth...

Page 14: ...age parking brake and remove key before servicing cleaning or making any adjustments to the unit Foot Pedal Adjustment The foot pedal allows the gate to be held in any position Adjust the tension of the foot pedal pivot bolt and nut for more or less resistance Discharge Gate Adjustment Closed Position The discharge gate is properly adjusted in the closed position when the discharge gate is flat ag...

Page 15: ...rge gate does not open fully follow the steps below Note The discharge gate will not close as tight against the discharge opening after this adjustment is made 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake 2 Place the foot pedal in the closed position refer to Opening the Discharge Gate in the Operation section 3 Unlock the Operator Controlled Discharge access...

Page 16: ...ot adjusted properly 2 Adjust the cable nuts and or pivot gate 3 Cable is disconnected at one or both ends 3 Reconnect cable Discharge gate does not open and or close 4 Grass or debris may be caught near the accessory mounting pin or discharge opening 4 Remove grass and debris Foot pedal is too loose or tight 1 Pivot bolt and nut not adjusted properly 1 Adjust the bolt and nut for proper resistanc...

Page 17: ...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 19: ...Service Record Date Description of Work Done Service Done By 19 ...

Page 20: ...CESSORIES AND OPTIONS CUSTOM 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 L...

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