Exmark TR23KC - Manual

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

- 1 - 1.SAFETY 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is used both in this manual and on the machine to identify important safety messages which must be followed to avoid accidents. This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The safety alert symbol appears above i...

- 2 - 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 damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders. 1.3.5 Always set the park brake before starting the engine. WARNING...

- 4 - 1.4 OPERATION Although hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the design and configuration of the equipment, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenan...

- 5 - DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Wheels dropping over edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death or drowning. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ♦ Mow up and dow...

- 7 - 1.5 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1.5.1 For engine maintenance, follow the engine manufacturer’s recommendations precisely as stated in the engine manual. 1.5.2 Disconnect the battery cable form the negative battery post when the unit will be allowed to sit for more than 30 days without use. 1.5.3 A...

- 8 - PART NO. 1-553049 LOCATION: On Top Front LH Surface of Mower Deck 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 component...

- 10 - 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 MODEL NUMBER : TR23KC 2.2 ENGINE 2.2.1 Engine Specifications: See your engine owners manual. 2.2.2 3600 RPM (No Load) 2.3 FUEL SYSTEM 2.3.1 Capacity: 5.0 gal. (18.9 L.) 2.3.2 Type of Fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline 87 octane or higher. In countries using the research met...

- 11 - 2.8 TIRES Rear Drive Front Caster (FMD Units) Type Pneumatic Pneumatic Pneumatic Size 18 x 7.50-8 20 x 10.00-8 11 x 4-5 Quantity 1 2 2 Tread Turfsaver Turfmate Smooth Ply Rating 4 4 4 Pressure 14 psi (97 kPa) 20 psi (138 kPa) 16 psi (110 kPa) 2.9 MOWER DECK 2.9.1 Model Numbers: FMD604 and FMD...

- 12 - 3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Uncrate tractor and mower deck . 3.2 SERVICE BATTERY : The machine is shipped with a filled lead acid battery. 3.2.1 Remove battery cover from machine. DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ Charging the battery may produce explosive gasses WHAT CAN HAPPEN ♦ Battery gasses can...

- 13 - (black) cable to the negative terminal on the battery. Reinstall insulator boots. Reinstall battery cover. NOTE: If time does not permit charging the battery, or if charging equipment is not available, connect the negative battery cables and run the vehicle continuously for 20 to 30 minutes t...

- 15 - Locate two holes along the back center section of the mower deck. Install the stationary idler and related parts in the left hand hole location as shown in Figure 3. See the belt routing decal on deck. Be sure the coned end of the disc spring is against the head of the bolt as illustrated (Se...

- 17 - FIGURE 4 DRIVE WHEEL RELEASE LEVER 5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 PRE-START 5.1.1 Fill fuel tank. For best results use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Regular grade leaded gasoline may also be used; however, combustion chamber and cylind...

- 18 - Rotate ignition switch to “OFF” position. Remove the key to prevent children or other unauthorized persons from starting engine. Close fuel shut-off valve when machine will not be used for a few days, when transporting, and when the unit is parked inside a building. 5.2.3 Engaging PTO: DANGER...

- 19 - to simulate a full width ramp. Drive forward to load and drive backward to unload from a trailer. Do not drive backward to load or drive forward to unload a trailer. Ramp should be long enough so that the angles between the ramp and the ground and the ramp and the trailer or truck do not exce...

- 20 - c) Clean area around dipstick. Remove dipstick and wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick. Do not screw into place. Remove dipstick and read the oil level. d) If the oil level is low, add oil to bring the oil up to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Use oil as specified in Engine Owner’s Manual. D...

- 21 - e) Clean out any grass build-up from underside of deck and in discharge chute. 6.1.5 Check mower blades. Service Interval: Daily a) Disengage PTO. b) Raise deck using lift actuator. c) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. d) Lift deck and secure in raised position a...

- 22 - 3) Install blade bolt and spring disc washer. Be sure the spring disc washer cone is installed towards the bolt head. Place a block of wood between front or rear baffles and the blade then torque the blade bolts to 55-60 ft-lbs. (75-81 N-m). FIGURE 6 BLADE BOLT INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: DO NOT ...

- 25 - LUBRICATION CHART FITTING LOCATIONS INITIAL PUMPS NO of PLACES SERVICE INTERVAL 1. Front Caster Wheel hubs w/o zerk *0 2 Yearly 2. Front Caster Pivots *0 2 Yearly 3. Drive Wheel Bearings 1 2 200 hours 4. Engine Deck Pivots 1 2 40 hours 5. Steering Column 1 1 40 hours 6. Idler Pivots, Mower De...

- 27 - Turn filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, and then tighten the filter an additional 2/3 to 3/4 turn. Use only Exmark (Part No. 1-513211) or Eaton (Part No. 103144) filter elements. d) Start engine and run several minutes. g) Check hydraulic oil level as outlined in ...

- 28 - 6.2 ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key before servicing, cleaning or making any adjustments to the unit. 6.2.1 Cutting height and anti-scalp roller adjustment. CAUTION POTENTIAL HAZARD ♦ When mower deck is not installed or ...

- 31 - FIGURE 10 NEUTRAL CENTERING DEVICE ADJUSTMENT 6.2.6 Parking Brake Quadrant Adjustment a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. b) Loosen the two 5/16 x 18 screws (a), that clamp the brake quadrant to the engine deck. c) Pull parking brake lever towards the operator t...

- 32 - b) Remove inlet screen and fan. c) Engage parking brake. Loosen the jam nuts securing the two 5/16 x 1-1/2” carriage bolts to the hydro control arm. Be sure the hydro control arm is in the neutral position as outlined in the previous adjustment (6.2.5) and the parking brake is adjusted as per...

- 33 - FIGURE 14 MOTION CONTROL LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT 6.2.11 Seat Switch Adjustment a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. b) With operator out of seat, adjust the seat switch to provide a 1/16” clearance between the switch plunger and the seat frame (See Figure 15). c) To a...

- 34 - 6.2.13 Steering Chain Adjustment a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. b) Position the steering handle bar so that it points the unit straight forward (the rear steering wheel should be in line with the rider main frame channel). c) Check to see if the chains are ...

- 36 - NOTE: After carefully checking the above steps, attempt to start the engine. If it does not start, contact your authorized Exmark service dealer. IMPORTANT : It is essential that all Operator Safety Mechanisms be connected and in proper operating conditions prior to the use of the mower. ENGI...

- 37 - 9. WIRING DIAGRAMS Engine Deck Wiring Diagram Note: All connectors are viewed from the wire input side of the connector. N.O. = Normally Open Console Wiring Diagram Note: All connectors are viewed from the wire input side of the connector. N.O. = Normally Open

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

SEE EXMARK’S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES RIDING ACCESSORIES CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM DECK LIFT ASSIST KIT HITCH KIT LIGHT KIT MICRO-MULCH SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS) SNOW BLADE SUN SHADE TRASH CONTAINER TURF STRIPER ULTRA VAC COLLECTION SYSTEM ULTRA VAC QUICK DISPOSAL SYSTEM...