Exmark Metro 21 Series - Manuals

- iv - TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PAGE 1.1 Safety Alert Symbol .................................................................................... 1 1.2 Training....................................................................................................... 1 1.3 Preparation ..................

- 1 - 1. SAFETY This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary mowers and the B71.4 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production. Exmark designed and tested this lawn mower to offer reasonably safe service...

- 2 - 1.3.3 While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or when wearing open sandals. 1.3.4 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects which may dama...

- 4 - WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories can become entangled in rotating parts. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Contact with rotating parts can cause traumatic amputation or severe lacerations. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Do not operate the machine without guards, shields and sa...

- 5 - 1.4.8 Do Not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may increase the hazard of personal injury. 1.4.9 Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running. 1.4.10 Start the engine carefully according to instruct...

- 6 - 1.5.5 Gasoline powered equipment or fuel containers should not be stored in a basement or any enclosed area where open pilot lights or heat appliances are present. 1.5.6 Maximum mowing results and safety can only be achieved if the mower is properly maintained and operated correctly. 1.5.7 Che...

- 8 - 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER: M216HSP; M216HSPC; M216KA; M216KASP; M216KASPC 2.2 ENGINE 2.2.1 Engine Specifications: See your engine owner's manual. 2.2.2 RPM (No Load): 3300 rpm 2.3 FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.1 Capacity: 4 qt. (3.8 liter) Kawasaki Units; 2.1 qt (2.0 liter) Honda Units 2.3.2 Type o...

- 9 - 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 carriage bolts into the upper, middle, or lower mounting holes in the handle latches and secure with the black knobs. 3. For units with ...

- 10 - 3.3 Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel Line ( Units with Kawasaki Engines Only) 1. Start the two self-tapping screws into the bottom of the fuel tank and then remove the screws (Fig. 3). 2. Hook the plastic clips on the front of the fuel tank onto the fuel tank bracket (Fig. 3). 3. Secure ...

- 11 - Spring Clip 2. Since the plug is slightly wider than the discharge tunnel opening, rotate the plug clockwise slightly while inserting it (Fig. 5). Note: Ensure that the arrow on the plug decal points upward. 3. Push the plug all the way in until the spring clip on the bottom of the plug click...

- 12 - 4. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE : Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 4.1 CONTROLS 4.1.1 Familiarize yourself with the controls and operation of the unit. Carefully read the following information about the controls and their operation. 4.1.2 Bl...

- 13 - For units with a Blade Brake Control: The throttle-choke control also includes an engine kill position. Moving the lever into the full rearward ( Off ) position will kill the engine. 4.1.5 Blade Control Lever (Blade Brake Clutch Units Only) : The blade control lever is located on the right si...

- 14 - expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion deposits and longer engine life. NOTE: Do not add oil to the gasoline. NOTE: Do not use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more the 10% ethanol, premium gasoline or white gas. Using these fue...

- 17 - 10. Release the blade control bail. You should hear a “bang.” The blade should stop in three seconds. 11. Immediately push the lawn mower over the newspaper ball. 12. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 13. Walk around the lawn mower to check for the newspaper ball. If the ...

- 21 - • Slow down your mowing speed if the lawn mower does not cut the leave finely enough. • If you mow over oak leaves, you can add lime to the grass in the spring to reduce the acidity of the oak leaves. 5. MAINTENANCE NOTE : Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal oper...

- 22 - 5.1 Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use. Make sure that the oil level is between the Add and the Full marks as shown on the dipstick (Fig. 7 & 8). If the oil level is below the Add mark, add oil. Refer to Filling the Crankcase with Oil (Section 3.4.1). 5.2 Chec...

- 23 - WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Tipping the lawn mower may cause the fuel to leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly explosive, and under certain conditions, can cause personal injury or property damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Avoid f...

- 24 - 4. Remove the cover and clean it thoroughly (Fig 21). 5. Remove the paper air filter and discard it as required (Fig. 22) NOTE: Do not try to clean a paper air filter. 6. Remove the foam pre-cleaner and wash it with a mild detergent and water, then blot it dry (Fig 21). 7. Saturate the pre-cl...

- 26 - Bolt and Lock Washer Blade Accelerator Figure 25 (Units without a Blade Brake Clutch Only) 5. Inspect the Blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Fig. 26A). Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved ...

- 27 - 7. For Sharpening : File the top side of the blade to maintain its original cutting angle (Fig. 27A) and inner cutting edge radius (Fig. 27B). The blade will remain balanced if you remove the same amount of material from both cutting edges. 8. Check the balance of the blade by placing the cen...

- 33 - 2. Disconnect the wire form the spark plug (Fig. 12 & 14). 3. Remove the bolt, the wheel spacer, and the locknut mounting the wheel to the pivot arm (Fig. 38). 4. Separate the wheel halves from the tire by removing four bolts and four locknuts (Fig. 38). NOTE: If you remove the bearings f...

- 34 - WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Gasoline can vaporize if you store it over long periods of time. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Gasoline vapors can explode if they come into contact with an open flame. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Do not store gasoline over long periods of time. ♦ Do not store the lawn mower with...

- 35 - 3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked, broken, or if the electrodes are worn. 4. Install the spark plug and torque it to 17 ft-lb (23 N-m). 5. Perform any needed maintenance procedures. 6. Fill the fuel in the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. 7. Check the engine oil level. 8. C...

- 38 - SERVICE RECORD Date Description of Work Done Service Done By

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