Great Dane GSKW1948S - Manuals

Safety - 4 SAFETY • Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. • Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provided. • Slow down and use extra care on hillsides...

Safety - 6 SAFETY • Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job. • While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals. • Wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs. Loud noise can c...

Operating - 7 OPERATING c • Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric discharge. Static electric discharge can ignite fuel vapors in an ungrounded fuel container. • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the gro...

Operating - 8 OPERATING K-Choke L-Throttle Lever M-Park Brake Lever Mower Deck Controls c MX20093 A-Mower Deck Lift Levers B-Height-of-Cut (HOC) Pin Miscellaneous Controls c MX20094 A-Free-Wheeling Valves Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely c MX20095 1. Step on operator’s platform (A) at the rea...

Operating - 9 OPERATING 3. Stop engine and lock park brake. c MX20099 4. Remove retaining ring (A) from HOC pin (B). 5. Push down on deck lift lever (C). 6. Remove HOC pin. 7. Place HOC pin in desired height hole (D). 8. Release deck lift lever (C). 9. Install retaining ring (A) in HOC pin (B). 10. ...

Operating - 11 OPERATING Adjusting Overall Cutting Height NOTE: When adjusting U-bolts, maintain a minimum clearance of 3 mm (1/8 in.) between mower deck and stop pads. Adjust both sides of the mower deck equally. All lift chains must remain taut. c MX20099 1. Adjust four U-bolts (A) (two on each si...

Operating - 12 OPERATING Testing Operator Presence Switch NOTE: Ensure OPC switch bracket is depressed when standing on operator’s station. 1. Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the NEUTRAL position. 2. Start engine. 3. Unlock park brake. 4. Step completely off operator’s pla...

Operating - 13 OPERATING Using the Throttle c MX12847 • Push throttle lever (A) forward to the fast position (B) when mowing. • Move throttle lever (A) to the half fast position (C) when starting and warming the engine. • Pull throttle lever (A) backward to the slow position (D) to idle engine. Do n...

Operating - 15 OPERATING Starting Engine c 1. Stand on operator’s platform. 2. Lock park brake. c MX20091 3. Put motion control levers (A) in the NEUTRAL position. 4. Push PTO switch knob (B) down to disengage PTO. 5. Move throttle lever (C) to set engine speed at the 1/2 to 3/4 fast position. 6. Po...

Operating - 16 OPERATING Using Pump Free-Wheel Valves c NOTE: The pump free-wheel valves must be turned fully clockwise (closed) during normal machine operation. When the machine needs to be moved without starting the engine, use the pump free-wheel valves: 1. Lock park brake. NOTE: The pumps (A) ar...

Service Intervals - 17 SERVICE INTERVALS Service Intervals Servicing Your Machine c Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine. Servicing Engine See engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual provided with your machine for engine service information. Break-In (After...

Service Engine - 18 SERVICE ENGINE Lubricating Deck Lift Pivot Points c MX20104 • Lubricate two front deck lift pivot grease fittings (A) and two rear deck lift pivot grease fittings (B). Lubricating Pump Idler Pivot c MX15095 • Lubricate one pump idler pivot grease fitting (A). Lubricating Mower De...

Service Engine - 19 SERVICE ENGINE Checking Engine Oil Level c NOTE: Check oil twice a day if you run engine over 4 hours in a day. Make sure engine is cool when checking engine oil level. 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Allow engine to cool. 3. Clean area arou...

Service Engine - 20 SERVICE ENGINE 14. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap. 15. Start engine and run at slow throttle for approximately two minutes. Check for leaks around filter and drain valve. 16. Stop engine. 17. Check oil level: • Remove dipstick cap. Wipe dipstick clean. NOTE: Allow dipstick cap to r...

Service Transmission - 21 SERVICE TRANSMISSION c MX20149 3. Slide hose clamps (A) away from fuel filter (B). 4. Place drain pan under hoses to catch any fuel that may be left in the hoses. 5. Disconnect hoses from fuel filter (B). 6. Install new fuel filter (B). • Make sure fuel filter (B) is instal...

Service Transmission - 22 SERVICE TRANSMISSION c NOTE: Dry fill capacity for hydraulic system is 3.1L (3.3 qt). 10. Fill oil reservoir with approximately 1.9L (2 qt) of oil. 11. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap. 12. Start engine. 13. Move throttle lever to 1/2 to 2/3 position. 14. Unlock park brake. c 1...

Service Transmission - 23 SERVICE TRANSMISSION c MX20126 3. Remove four cap screws (A). 4. Remove rear shield (B). c c MX20167 Picture Note: Traction drive belt idler pulley bottom view. 5. Insert 1/2 in. breaker bar into hole (C) and rotate idler pulley (D) forward to ease tension on traction drive...

Service Transmission - 24 SERVICE TRANSMISSION Adjusting Motion Control Return to Neutral (RTN) Linkages: c 1. Stop engine. 2. Lock park brake. 3. Lift machine with a safe lifting device centered under rear tire support frame. 4. Start the machine with motion control levers in neutral. 5. Stand on t...

Service Steering & Brakes - 25 SERVICE STEERING & BRAKES c MX20115 Picture Note: Arrow shows direction of speed control bar (A) movement when decreasing forward speed. 2. Loosen lock lever (B) on speed control bar (A). • To decrease forward speed, pull speed control bar (A) toward the operat...

Service Mower - 26 SERVICE MOWER Service Mower Removing and Installing Mower Deck Shield c Removing Mower Deck Shield: 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) c MX20105 2. Remove two knobs (A). 3. Lift shield (B) and pull forward to disengage from under tabs (C) on the fr...

Service Mower - 27 SERVICE MOWER c MX20118 5. Release mower deck drive belt tension by turning adjuster nut (A) counterclockwise until two threads remain protruding through adjuster nut (A). 6. Disconnect idler spring (B) from idler arm (C) using a spring puller tool. c MX20120 7. Loosen idler pulle...

Service Mower - 28 SERVICE MOWER c MX20122 Picture Note: Mower deck with side discharge used for illustration. 3. Measure distance (A) between blade tip and flat ground surface. 4. Rotate blade 180° and measure distance between other blade tip and flat ground surface. 5. Install new blade if the dif...

Service Electrical - 29 SERVICE ELECTRICAL • Keep original bevel (A) when grinding. • Blade should have 0.40 mm (1/64 in.) cutting edge (B) or less. • Balance blades before installing. Balancing Blades c 1. Clean blade. c c c c c c c c c 2. Put blade on nail in a vise. Turn blade to horizontal posit...

Service Electrical - 30 SERVICE ELECTRICAL Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries) NOTE: Do not attempt to open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt to do so will void warranty. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. c Recharge, if necessa...

Service Miscellaneous - 31 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS c A - Booster Battery B - Disabled Vehicle Battery 1. Connect positive (+) booster cable to booster battery (A) positive (+) post (C). 2. Connect the other end of positive (+) booster cable to the disabled vehicle battery (B) positive (+) post (D). 3....

Service Miscellaneous - 32 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS c Fill fuel tank at the end of each day’s operation to prevent condensation and freezing during cold weather. 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Allow engine to cool. 3. Remove any trash from area around fuel tank c...

Service Miscellaneous - 33 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Checking Tire Pressure c 1. Check tires for damage. 2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge. 3. Add air, if necessary: c Servicing Caster Wheel Roller Bearings 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Raise and secu...

Troubleshooting - 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 2. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces Cleaning: Follow automotive practices to care for your vehicle painted metal surfaces. Use a high-quality automotive wax regularly to maintain the factory look of your vehicle’s painted...

Troubleshooting - 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical System Machine Park Brake Steering Engine Lacks Power • Reduce load. • Plugged air intake system. • Plugged fuel filter. • Improper type of fuel. Drain tank and fill with correct fuel. • Clean cooling fins to help prevent overheating. • Replace spark p...

Storage - 36 STORAGE Mower Deck Storage Storing Safety c Preparing Machine for Storage 1. Repair any worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if necessary. Tighten loose hardware. 2. Repair scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust. 3. Remove grass and debris from machine. 4. Clean under the d...

Assembly - 37 ASSEMBLY 1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm. 2. Service air filter if necessary. 3. Clean debris from engine air intake screen. 4. On gas engines: • Remove spark plugs. Put 30 mL (1 oz) of clean engine oil in cylinders. • Install spark plugs, but do not connect spark ...

Specifications - 38 SPECIFICATIONS Connect Battery c c 1. Connect positive (red) cable to battery positive (+) terminal. Install red terminal cover (A). 2. Connect negative (black) cable to battery negative (-) terminal. Install black terminal cover (B). Check Mower Deck Level The mower deck is asse...

Getting Quality Service - 39 GETTING QUALITY SERVICE Getting Quality Service Service Literature If you would like to order a copy of the Parts Catalog or Operator Manual for this machine, contact your Great Dane Dealer. Parts catalogs and operator manuals are also available online at GreatDaneMowers...

Service Miscellaneous - 40 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Service Miscellaneous Wiring Schematics c

Service Miscellaneous - 41 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Kawasaki Wiring Schematics Service Miscellaneous

Service Miscellaneous - 42 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Service Miscellaneous Hydraulic Schematics c Left Hydrostatic Pump Assembly Pump Block Charge Pump System Charge Check Shock Valve (Reverse) Manual Bypass Left Wheel Motor Cooling Orifice System Charge Check Shock Valve (Forward) Charge Relief Valve R...

Main Frame, Traction Deck, Console and OPC Platform - 44 MAIN FRAME, TRACTION DECK, CONSOLE AND OPC PLATFORM 9 8 16 15 23 22 29 28 24 25 12 27 17 6 4 3 2 5 31 20 1 7 19 30 14 11 18 21 13 24 24 26 32

Main Frame, Traction Deck, Console and OPC Platform - 45 MAIN FRAME, TRACTION DECK, CONSOLE AND OPC PLATFORM Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty. Remarks 1 TCA14936 Frame - 1 W/ 48"-52" Deck TCA14946 Frame - 1 W/ 61" Deck 2 D15356 Fender, Left 1 D15355 Fender, Right 1 3 200038 Weight 2 4 1...

Drive Controls and Linkage - 46 DRIVE CONTROLS AND LINKAGE 10 1 14 16 17 15 8 20 2 20 6 5 11 10 12 13 3 35 26 32 31 33 27 23 18 22 30 34 32 24 29 33 19 25 7 21 28 9 4 36

Drive Controls and Linkage - 47 DRIVE CONTROLS AND LINKAGE * Included with new Hydrostatic Pump. NOTES Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty. Remarks 1 D18069 Speed Limiter 1 2 200080 Steering Controller, RH 1 200081 Steering Controller, LH 1 3 D13029 Control Rod 2 4 14M7303 Flange Nut 2 M6 x 1.0 5 J169...

Park Brake - 48 PARK BRAKE MX20211 1 3 4 23 6 19 17 18 5 7 12 2 20 14 13 16 15 16 15 22 10 11 21 8 11 9

Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO - 50 HYDROSTATIC PUMP DRIVE AND PTO 15 15 21 25 24 14 20 11 7 8 9 8 27 13 26 23 10 26 22 12 18 17 6 20 4 11 19 2 3 28 29 1 19 21 5 16 19 31 17 18 29 33 32 28 3

Hydrostatic Components - 52 HYDROSTATIC COMPONENTS MX20223 13 1 2 11 12 14 3 15 3 18 18 3 15 3 10 4 29 19 3 3 18 21 20 23 22 20 16 3 5 20 20 9 8 7 16 5 17 3 3 16 17 20 5 20 6 21 23 22 20 24 26 28 25 27 4

Hydraulic Schematic - 54 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC F I A D B E G K J C H L E M D I G B C H A - Left Hydrostatic Pump AssemblyB - Pump BlockC - Charge PumpD - System Charge Check Shock Valve (Reverse)E - Manual BypassF - Left Wheel MotorG - Cooling OrificeH - System Charge Check Shock Valve (Forward)I - Ch...

Platform Components - 55 PU PLATFORM COMPONENTS Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty. Remarks 1 D18038 Park Brake Switch 1 2 D38128 Com. Spring 1.22x.162x2.5 1 3 200299 Platform Weldment 1 4 200618 Platform Plate 1 5 200619 Platform Tab LH Plate 1 6 200655 Miner GBR-6 Bumper 2 7 200691 Platform Wedge 2...

Fuel Tank and Lines - 56 FUEL TANK AND LINES MX20229 7 7 10 10 1 9 3 6 5 5 8 5 6 5 4 2 11

KOHLER Engine and Related Components - 58 KOHLER ENGINE AND RELATED COMPONENTS 9 11 10 12 13 7 5 6 6 6 4 3 8 1 2

KAWASAKI ENGINE AND RELATED COMPONENTS 9 12 13 7 5 6 6 6 3 11 10 20 22 18 2 2 19 14 21 1 18 4 17 16 17 8 15 23

KOHLER Logic Schematic - 62 KOHLER LOGIC SCHEMATIC NOTES MX20146

Kawasaki Logic Schematic - 63 KAWASAKI LOGIC SCHEMATIC *'31*'$ %25()7 /%6 92/ 7$036 &&0$*67 23 &/87&+%5$.( : $51(531, (/(&75,&37 2&/87&+ &/87&+ 37 2 62/(12,' )8(/ 02'8/( ,*1,7,21 3/8* 63 $5. 3/8* 63 $5. 02'8/( ,*1,7,21 62/(12,' )8(/ *'317< &&$ %&...

Battery, Electrical Harness and Components - 64 BATTERY, ELECTRICAL HARNESS AND COMPONENTS 11 10 13 9 12 7 8 4 3 2 4 3 2 5 1 16 17 19 19 18 14 23 15 21 20 6 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 30 22 32

Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels - 66 CASTER WHEELS AND REAR WHEELS MX20207 15 3 2 4 14 8 4 7 10 16 1 3 10 12 9 11 18 5 13 17 17 6

Mower Deck Lift Linkage - 68 MOWER DECK LIFT LINKAGE MX20232 8 5 7 12 14 14 6 6 23 13 12 5 7 12 7 7 10 16 2 9 15 4 5 4 1 22 24 18 19 21 20 17 18 3 16 10 8 9 7 5 2 12 25 26 27 28

Mower Deck - 70 MOWER DECK 17 1 29 5 6 8 30 18 32 20 8 9 5 11 7 24 25 22 2 31 2 23 14 12 16 15 13 16 28 3 27 21 26 4 10 MX20240 19

Labels and Decals - 74 LABELS AND DECALS 2 3 4 5 7 9 14 12 13 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 1 10 24 6