Page 2 - WARNING
WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Important: The engine in this product is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is aviolation of Cali...
Page 3 - Introduction; CONGRATULATIONS
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Exmark Mower. This product has been carefullydesigned and manufactured to give you a maximumamount of dependability and years of trouble-freeoperation. This manual contains operating, maintenance,adjustment, and safety instructions for your Exmark...
Page 4 - Contents
Contents Introduction ........................................................... 3Safety ..................................................................... 5 Safety Alert Symbol ......................................... 5Safe Operating Practices .................................. 5Safety and Ins...
Page 5 - Safety; Safety Alert Symbol; Safe Operating Practices; Training
Safety Safety Safety Alert Symbol This lawn mower meets or exceeds the B71.4specifications of the American National StandardsInstitute in effect at the time of production. Exmark designed and tested this lawn mower to offerreasonably safe service; however, failure to complywith the following instruc...
Page 6 - DANGER; Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Safety • Inspect the area where the equipment is to beused and remove all rocks, toys, sticks, wires,bones, and other foreign objects which can bethrown by the machine and may cause personalinjury to the operator or bystanders. DANGER In certain conditions gasoline is extremelyflammable and vapors a...
Page 7 - Operation; DO NOT; Slope Operation; Extreme
Safety Operation WARNING Operating engine parts, especially the muffler,become extremely hot. Severe burns can occuron contact and debris, such as leaves, grass,brush, etc. can catch fire. • Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, tocool before touching. • Remove accumulated debris from mufflera...
Page 8 - Do Not mow slopes when grass is wet.; Maintenance and Storage; Always shield eyes and face from battery.
Safety DANGER Operating on wet grass or steep slopes cancause sliding and loss of control. Loss of controland/or loss of operator’s footing could result in afall with an arm or leg getting under the moweror engine deck which may result in seriousinjury, death or drowning. • Mow across slopes, never ...
Page 9 - Do Not swallow electrolyte.; CAUTION
Safety DANGER Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid,which is poisonous and can cause severeburns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal orif it touches skin can cause severe burns. • Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, andrubber gloves to protect skin and clothingwhen handling electrolyte. • Do N...
Page 10 - Safety and Instructional Decals
Safety Safety and Instructional Decals • Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease,dirt and debris from safety signs and instructionallabels. • Replace all worn, damaged, or missing safetysigns. • When replacement components are installed, besure that current safety signs are affixed to there...
Page 13 - Specifications; Model Numbers
Specifications Specifications Model Numbers Serial Nos: 920,000 and Higher VT18KA363; VT18KA363CA Systems Engine • Engine Specifications: See your Engine Owner’sManual • Engine Oil Type: Exmark 4–Cycle PremiumEngine Oil • RPM: Full Speed: 3600 ±100 RPM (No Load) Fuel System • Capacity: 8.0 gal. (30....
Page 14 - Cutting Deck; Dimensions; Torque Requirements
Specifications Tires & Wheels Drive Front Caster Pneumatic(Air-Filled) Semi-Pneumatic Quantity 2 2 Tread Kenda K500 Smooth Size 18x 8.50–8 11 x 4.00-5 Ply Rating 4 Pressure 14 psi(97 kPa) Cutting Deck • Cutting Width: 36 inches (91.4 cm) • Discharge: Side • Blade Size: (2 ea.): 18.00 inches (45....
Page 15 - Product Overview; Controls; Motion Control Levers
Operation Product Overview Figure 3 1. Platform 4. Motion control levers 2. Fuel Cap 5. Engine Controls 3. Height-of-CutAdjustment 6. Park Brake Lever Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Controls Motion Control Levers The motion contr...
Page 16 - Choke Control; Throttle Control; Ignition Switch
Operation Choke Control Located on the front control console right of thePTO engagement switch. The choke is used to aid in starting a cold engine.Moving the choke lever forward will put the choke inthe “ON” position and moving the choke lever to therear, to the detent, will put the choke in the “OF...
Page 17 - Do Not
Operation in PTO disengage position, and the PTO switchdisengaged. (It is not necessary for the operator tobe on the platform.) Hour Meter Located on the LH side of the front control consolein the message display (see Figure 5 and Figure 7). The hour meter records the number of hours thatthe engine ...
Page 18 - Never use methanol, gasoline; Operating Instructions; Open the Fuel Shut-Off Valve; Do Not crank the engine; PTO Engagement
Operation Pull the handle rearward and to the right to latchthe cutting deck into the raised transport position(Figure 5). Pre-Start Fill fuel tank on level ground. For best results useonly clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline withan octane rating of 87 or higher. Important: Never use methan...
Page 19 - Disengaging the PTO; Use caution when making turns.; Driving Forward
Operation Disengaging the PTO 1. Set the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions. 2. Push down on the PTO switch to disengage the blades. Note: The PTO will be disengaged by releasing the right side motion control lever and allowing itto spring outward to the PTO disengage position.T...
Page 20 - Driving in Reverse
Operation Figure 9 To turn left or right, pull the motion control leverback toward neutral in the desired turn direction. The machine will move faster the farther themotion control levers are moved from the neutralposition. 4. To stop, position both motion control levers in the neutral operate posit...
Page 21 - Make sure the handles are locked; Operating the Platform
Operation Figure 11 1. Front of the machine 4. Forward position —faster 2. Control tower 5. Backward position —slower 3. Unlock 6. Lock 4. Move the bar forward to obtain the fastest speed. Move the bar backward to obtain the slowestspeed. 5. On both sides, rotate and push the handles inward to lock ...
Page 22 - Adjusting the Cutting Height; When changing the cutting height
Operation Figure 12 1. Platform 2. Raise upward 3. Latch pin knob snaps inward Operating the Machine with thePlatform Down Operating the machine with the platform down isrecommended when: • Mowing most areas • Driving down slopes To lower the platform, push the platform forwardagainst the cushion to...
Page 23 - Transporting; Transporting a Unit; Do Not drive a unit on a public street or roadway.; Do Not attempt to turn the unit
Operation Figure 15 1. Height adjustment pin 3. Deck lift handle 2. Height of cut holes Transporting Transporting a Unit Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport themachine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securelyfasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps,chains, cable, or ropes. Be ...
Page 24 - Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. WARNING While maintenance or adjustments are beingmade, someone could start the engine.Accidental starting of the engine could seriouslyinjure you or other bystanders. Remove the key f...
Page 25 - Periodic Maintenance; Check Engine Oil Level; Service Interval: Before each use or daily; Check Battery Charge; Service Interval: Monthly; Service Interval: As required
Maintenance Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Monthly • Check the battery charge. Yearly • Grease the front caster pivots.• Grease the deck belt idler pivot.• Lubricate the caster wheel hubs. Periodic Maintenance Check Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. S...
Page 26 - Do Not lean over the batteries.
Maintenance off prior to jump starting. Clean and tightenconnections as necessary. CAUTION Corrosion or loose connections can causeunwanted electrical voltage spikes at anytimeduring the jump starting procedure. Do Not attempt to jump start with loose orcorroded battery terminals or damage to theeng...
Page 27 - Check Mower Blades
Maintenance 2. Remove the hairpin on each side of the cushion. 3. Push the plastic slides to the inside. 4. Remove the cushion and lower it to the platform. 5. Perform any maintenance or adjustment on the machine. 6. Raise the cushion and slide it onto the pins on both sides of the machine (Figure 1...
Page 28 - Check for Loose Hardware; Service Air Cleaner; Service Interval: Every 250 hours—Replace
Maintenance WARNING Incorrect installation of the blade orcomponents used to retain the blade canbe dangerous. Failure to use all originalcomponents and assembled as shown couldallow a blade or blade component to bethrown out from under the deck resulting inserious personal injury or death. Always i...
Page 29 - Change Engine Oil; Service Interval: After the first 5 hours; Check Hydraulic Oil Level; Check Tire Pressures; Service Interval: Every 50 hours; Check Condition Of Belts; Service Interval: Every 40 hours; Lubricate Grease Fittings; See chart for service intervals.
Maintenance need more often undersevere conditions. Seethe Engine manual foradditional information.) 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake. 2. See the Engine Owner’s Manual for maintenance instructions. Change Engine Oil Service Interval: After the f...
Page 30 - Lubricate Caster Wheel Hubs; Service Interval: Yearly
Maintenance Refer to the following chart for fitting locationsand lubrication schedule. Lubrication Chart Fitting Locations Initial Pumps Number of Places Service Interval 1. Lift LinkagePivots 1–2 3 Every 200 hours 2. Deck Belt IdlerPivot 1 1 Yearly 3. Front CasterWheel Hubs *0 2 *Yearly 4. Front C...
Page 31 - Check Spark Plugs; Service Interval: Every 160 hours; Change Fuel Filter; Service Interval: After the first 250 hours
Maintenance 13. Torque the nut to 75-80 in-lb (8-9 N-m), loosen, then re-torque to 20-25 in-lb (2-3 N-m). Makesure axle does not extend beyond either nut. 14. Reinstall the seal guards over the wheel hub and insert wheel into caster fork. Reinstall caster boltand tighten nut fully. Important: To pre...
Page 32 - Hydraulic System Air Purge; Service Interval: After the first 100 hours; Check Spark Arrester
Maintenance Note: Do Not change hydraulic system oil (except for what can be drained when changing filter), unlessit is felt the oil has been contaminated or beenextremely hot.Changing oil unnecessarily could damage hydraulicsystem by introducing contaminates into the system. Hydraulic System Air Pu...
Page 33 - Thread Locking Adhesives; Check Mower; Dielectric Grease
Maintenance WARNING Hot exhaust system components may ignitegasoline vapors even after the engine is stopped.Hot particles exhausted during engine operationmay ignite flammable materials. Fire may resultin personal injury or property damage. Do Not refuel or run engine unless spark arresteris instal...
Page 34 - Adjustments; Deck Leveling; Checking the Tire Pressure
Maintenance Adjustments Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, andremove key before servicing, cleaning, or making anyadjustments to the unit. CAUTION Raising the mower for service or maintenancerelying solely on mechanical or hydraulicjacks co...
Page 35 - Overall Height Adjustment; Deck Lift Handle Force; Pump Drive Belt Tension
Maintenance 8. The back tips of the blades should measure 3 1/4 inches (8.3 cm). Fine tune rear adjusters asrequired. 9. Re-measure until all four sides are the correct height. Tighten all the nuts on the deck lift armassemblies. 10. Lower the discharge deflector. Overall Height Adjustment 1. Park t...
Page 36 - Electric Clutch Adjustment
Maintenance panel. When the brake is disengaged, the gapbetween the brake cross-tube and drive tireshould measure 5/8–3/4 inch (16–19 mm) (seeFigure 26). Figure 26 1. Drive tire 4. Brake linkage rod 2. Brake cross tube 5. Jam nut 3. Gap measures 5/8–3/4inch (16–19 mm) 4. If the parking brake does no...
Page 37 - Troubleshooting; Forward Speed Adjustment; Adjusting
Maintenance Figure 28 1. Brake mounting bolt 2. Shim B. Using needle nose pliers, or by hand, take hold of the tab and remove the shim (Do Notdiscard the shim until proper clutch functionhas been confirmed). C. Using a pneumatic line, blow out any debris from under the brake pole and around thebrake...
Page 40 - Cleaning; Service Interval: Every 80 hours; Clean Debris From Machine
Maintenance Caster Pivot BearingsPre-Load Adjustment Remove dust cap from caster and tighten nyloc nutuntil washers are flat and back off 1/4 of a turnto properly set the pre-load on the bearings. Ifdisassembled, make sure the spring disc washers arereinstalled as shown in Figure 37. Figure 37 1. Sp...
Page 41 - Waste Disposal; Motor Oil Disposal
Maintenance belt shields, around the fuel tank, around engineand exhaust area. Clean Grass Build-Up UnderDeck Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake. 2. Raise deck to the transport (maximum cutting height) po...
Page 42 - condition prior to mower use.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Important: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example: starting problems could be causedby an empty fuel tank. The followi...
Page 45 - Schematics; Electrical Diagram
Page 46 - Electrical Schematic
Page 47 - Hydraulic Diagram
Page 49 - Service Record
Service Record Date: Description of Work Done: Service Done By: 49
Page 52 - M I D - M O U N T R I D I N G AC C E S S O R I E S A N D O P T I O N S; SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS; WALK-BEHIND ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS
M I D - M O U N T R I D I N G AC C E S S O R I E S A N D O P T I O N S SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS WALK-BEHIND ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS GRASS CATCHER MICRO-MULCH SYSTEM TURF STRIPER STANDON CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM FULL SUSPENSION SEAT DECK LIFT ASSIST KIT HITCH KI...
