Exmark Metro 26 - 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; ho...

3 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ DO NOT smoke while refueling, and stay away from an open flame or whe...

6 1.4.1 Give complete, undivided attention to the job at hand. 1.4.2 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light, keeping away from holes or hidden hazards. DO NOT operate the mower when children or others are in the area. 1.4.3 When feasible, avoid operating the equipment in wet grass. 1.4.4 U...

7 1.4.11 Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts while the mower is being operated. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 1.4.12 Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark plug wire(s) and/or remove key: a) Before checking, cleaning, or worki...

8 1.6 SAFETY SIGNS 1.6.1 Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease, dirt and debris from safety signs and instructional labels. 1.6.2 Safety signs must be replaced if they are missing or illegible. 1.6.3 When new components are installed, be sure that current safety signs are affixed to the r...

9 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER: For Serial Nos. 561,194 through 599,999; M266KASPC For Serial Nos. 600,000 and Higher; MS6KA26B 2.2 ENGINE 2.2.1 Engine Specifications: See your engine owner's manual. 2.2.2 RPM (No Load): 3600 rpm 2.3 FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.1 Capacity: 4 qt. (3.8 liter) 2.3.2 Type of ...

10 FIGURE 1 3.1.3 Self-Propel Drive Bail: Located on the upper handle as shown in Figure 1. When the self-propel drive bail is squeezed, the unit will move forward at the speed set on the speed control lever. When this bail is released the unit will stop moving. 3.1.4 Throttle-Choke Control: The thr...

11 NOTE: Do not use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more the 10% ethanol, premium gasoline or white gas. Using these fuels can damage the engine’s fuel system. NOTE: Do not use gasoline that has been stored since the last mowing season or longer. a) Clean around the fuel t...

14 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ If the blade brake clutch system is inoperative, the blade will continue to rotate when you release the blade control bail. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Contact with the blade could occur, causing serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Check the BBC operation before each use. ♦ ...

15 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Adjusting the cutting height levers could bring your hands into contact with a moving blade. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ A moving blade can cause serious injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Stop the engine and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting the cutting height. ♦ Do n...

16 3.3.9 Using the Grass Bag: Occasionally, you may wish to use the grass bag for bagging extra long grass, lush grass, or leaves. a) Installing the Grass Bag: 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Open the rear door. FIGURE 8 3. Set the bag frame onto the bag support tabs. 4....

18 Cutting Leaves: • After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to make more than one pass over the leaves. • For light leaf coverage, set all the wheels at the same cutting height setting. • If there are more than 5 inches (127 mm) of leaves ...

19 CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could accidentally start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you don any...

20 c) Hold the running garden hose a handle level and direct the water to flow on the ground just in front of the right rear tire (Figure 11). FIGURE 11 d) Engage the blade. NOTE : The blade will draw in water and wash out clippings. Let the water run until you no longer see clipping being washed ou...

23 DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ A worn or damaged blade can break. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ A piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator’s or bystander’s area, resulting in serious personal injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. ♦ Replace a worn...

30 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 gas...

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