stand-on aerator

44 Pages·2014·3.19 MB·English

STAND-ON
AERATOR
For Serial Nos.
314,000,000 & Higher
Part No. 4501-988 Rev. A
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains a chemical
or chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or reproductive harm.
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 a
violation of California Public Resource Code
(CPRC) Section 4442 to use or operate this
engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered,
or grass-covered land as defined in CPRC 4126.
Other states or federal areas may have similar
laws.
To acquire a spark arrester for your unit, see your
Engine Service Dealer.
This spark ignition system complies with the
Canadian standard ICES-002. Ce système d’allumage
par ètincelle de vèhicule est conforme à la norme
NMB-002 du Canada.
The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is
supplied for information regarding The U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and
the California Emission Control Regulation of
emission systems, maintenance and warranty.
KeepthisengineOwner’sManualwithyourunit.
Should this engine Owner’s Manual become
damaged or illegible, replace immediately.
Replacements may be ordered through the
engine manufacturer.
Exmark reserves the right to make changes or
add improvements to its products at any time
without incurring any obligation to make such
changes to products manufactured previously.
Exmark, or its distributors and dealers, accept
no responsibility for variations which may be
evidentintheactualspecificationsofitsproducts
and the statements and descriptions contained
in this publication.
©2014ExmarkMfg. Co.,Inc. Contact us at www.Exmark.com.
2101AshlandAve Printed in the USA
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Introduction Figure1identifiesthelocationofthemodelandserial
numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the
space provided.
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your
Exmark Aerator. This product has been carefully
designed and manufactured to give you a maximum
amount of dependability and years of trouble-free
operation.
This manual contains operating, maintenance,
adjustment, and safety instructions for your Exmark
aerator.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR AERATOR,
CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS
ENTIRETY.
Figure 1
By following the operating, maintenance, and safety
instructions, you will prolong the life of your aerator, 1. Modelandserialnumberlocation
maintain its maximum efficiency, and promote safe
operation.
Important: To maximize safety, performance,
ModelNo.
and proper operation of this machine, it is
essential that all operators carefully read and
SerialNo.
fully understand the contents of the Operator’s
manual provided with the product. Safe
operation of Exmark equipment is essential.
Failuretocomplywiththeoperatinginstructions
or receive proper training may result in injury.
Go to http://www.Exmark.com for additional
safe operation information, such as safety tips,
training materials, and Operator’s manuals.
If additional information is needed, or should
you require trained mechanic service, contact your
authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor.
All Exmark equipment dealers and distributors are
kept informed of the latest methods of servicing
and are equipped to provide prompt and efficient
service in the field or at their service stations. They
carry ample stock of service parts or can secure them
promptly for you from the factory.
All Exmark parts are thoroughly tested and inspected
before leaving the factory, however, attention is
required on your part if you are to obtain the fullest
measure of satisfaction and performance.
Whenever you need service, genuine Exmark parts,
or additional information, contact an Authorized
ServiceDealerorExmarkCustomerServiceandhave
the model and serial numbers of your product ready.
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Contents ThreadLockingAdhesives..............................31
Adjustments ......................................................31
AuxiliaryPumpDriveBeltAdjustment...........31
Introduction ........................................................... 3
TransmissionDriveBeltTension....................31
Safety ..................................................................... 5
Jackshaft Drive Chain Tension
SafetyAlertSymbol......................................... 5
Adjustment................................................31
SafeOperatingPractices.................................. 5
Drive Wheel Chain Tension
SafetyandInstructionalDecals ......................10
Adjustment................................................32
Specifications ........................................................14
TineDriveChainAdjustment.........................32
ModelNumbers.............................................14
AdjustingtheParkingBrake............................32
Systems..........................................................14
AdjustingtheBrakeSwitch.............................33
Dimensions....................................................15
MotionControlLinkageAdjustment..............33
TorqueRequirements.....................................15
Caster Pivot Bearings Pre-Load
ProductOverview .................................................16
Adjustment................................................34
Operation ..............................................................16
Cleaning ............................................................35
Controls.........................................................16
Clean Engine and Exhaust System
Pre-Start.........................................................18
Area...........................................................35
OperatingInstructions...................................18
Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean
Transporting..................................................20
CoolingFins...............................................35
Maintenance ..........................................................22
CleanDebrisFromMachine...........................35
RecommendedMaintenanceSchedule(s)............22
WasteDisposal...............................................35
PeriodicMaintenance ........................................23
Troubleshooting ....................................................36
CheckEngineOilLevel..................................23
Schematics ............................................................38
CheckBatteryCharge.....................................23
CheckTines...................................................25
CheckSafetyInterlockSystem........................25
CheckforLooseHardware.............................25
ServiceAirCleaner.........................................25
ChangeEngineOil.........................................26
CheckAuxiliaryHydraulicOilLevel................26
Check Hydraulic Transmission Oil
Level..........................................................26
CheckTirePressures......................................26
Check Condition and Tension Of
Belts...........................................................26
CheckConditionOfChains............................26
CheckConditionOfSprockets.......................27
LubricateChains............................................27
LubricateGreaseFittings................................27
LubricateCasterWheelHubs.........................28
CheckSparkPlugs..........................................28
ChangeAuxiliaryHydraulicReservoirFluid
andFilter....................................................29
ChangeHydraulicTransmissionFiltersand
Fluid..........................................................29
Check Transmission Output Shaft Nut
TorqueSpecification...................................30
Check Wheel Hub Nuts Torque
Specification...............................................30
Check Wheel Lug Nuts Torque
Specification...............................................30
CheckSparkArrester(ifequipped)..................30
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Safety
Safety • All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
Safety Alert Symbol • Never let children or untrained people operate
or service the equipment. Local regulations may
This Safety Alert Symbol (Figure 2) is used both in restrict the age of the operator.
thismanualandonthemachinetoidentifyimportant
• Only adults and mature teenagers should operate
safety messages which must be followed to avoid
anaerator,andevenmatureteenagersshouldhave
accidents.
adult supervision. Be sure a teenager:
This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME
1. has read and understands the Operator's
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Manual and recognizes the risks involved;
2. is sufficiently mature to use caution; and
3. is of sufficient size and weight to operate
Figure 2 the controls comfortably and to manage the
Safety Alert Symbol aerator without taking risks.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or
The safety alert symbol appears above information herself, other people or property.
which alerts you to unsafe actions or situations
and will be followed by the word DANGER, Preparation
WARNING, or CAUTION.
• Evaluatetheterraintodeterminewhataccessories
DANGER: White lettering / Red background.
and attachments are needed to properly and
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
safely perform the job. Only use accessories and
not avoided, Will result in death or serious injury.
attachments approved by Exmark.
WARNING: Black lettering / Orange background. • Wearappropriateclothingincludingsafetyglasses,
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if substantial footwear, and hearing protection. Do
not avoided, Could result in death or serious injury. Notoperatewhenbarefootorwhenwearingopen
sandals. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may
CAUTION: Black lettering / Yellow background.
get tangled in moving parts.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
notavoided,Mayresultinminorormoderateinjury.
CAUTION
This manual uses two other words to highlight
Thismachineproducessoundlevelsinexcess
information. Important calls attention to special
of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause
mechanical information and Note emphasizes
hearing loss through extended periods of
general information worthy of special attention.
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
Safe Operating Practices
machine.
Training • Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all rocks, toys, sticks, wires,
• Read the Operator’s Manual and other training
bones, and other foreign objects which can be
material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can
thrown by the machine and may cause personal
not read English it is the owner’s responsibility to
injury to the operator or bystanders.
explainthismaterialtothem;otherlanguagesmay
be available on our website.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.
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Safety
DANGER DANGER
In certain conditions gasoline is extremely In certain conditions during fueling, static
flammable and vapors are explosive. electricity can be released causing a spark
which can ignite gasoline vapors. A fire or
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
explosion from gasoline can burn you and
you, others, and cause property damage.
others and cause property damage.
• Fillthefueltankoutdoorsonlevelground,
• Always place gasoline containers on the
in an open area, when the engine is cold.
ground away from your vehicle before
Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
filling.
• Never refill the fuel tank or drain the
• Do Not fill gasoline containers inside a
machine indoors or inside an enclosed
vehicleoronatruckortrailerbedbecause
trailer.
interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners
• Do Not fill the fuel tank completely full. may insulate the container and slow the
Fill the fuel tank to the bottom of the filler loss of any static charge.
neck. The empty space in the tank allows
• When practical, remove gas-powered
gasoline to expand. Overfilling may result
equipment from the truck or trailer and
in fuel leakage or damage to the engine
refuel the equipment with its wheels on
or emission system.
the ground.
• Neversmokewhenhandlinggasoline,and
• If this is not possible, then refuel such
stay away from an open flame or where
equipment on a truck or trailer from a
gasoline fumes may be ignited by spark.
portable container, rather than from a
• Store gasoline in an approved container gasoline dispenser nozzle.
and keep it out of the reach of children.
• If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be
• Addfuelbeforestartingtheengine. Never used, keep the nozzle in contact with the
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add rim of the fuel tank or container opening
fuel when engine is running or when the at all times until fueling is complete. Do
engine is hot. Not use a nozzle lock open device.
• If fuel is spilled, Do Not attempt to start
the engine. Move away from the area of
WARNING
the spill and avoid creating any source of
ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated. Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors has caused
• Do Not operate without entire exhaust
cancer in laboratory animals. Failure to use
system in place and in proper working
caution may cause serious injury or illness.
condition.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas
tank/container opening.
• Keep away from eyes and skin.
• Never siphon by mouth.
• Check that the operator presence controls,
safety switches, and shields are attached and
functioning properly. Do Not operate unless they
are functioning properly.
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Safety
Operation • Stopengine,waitforallmovingpartstostop,and
engage parking brake:
WARNING
– Before refueling.
Operating engine parts, especially the muffler,
become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur WARNING
on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass,
Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories can
brush, etc. can catch fire.
become entangled in rotating parts. Contact
• Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, to with the rotating parts can cause traumatic
cool before touching. amputation or severe lacerations.
• Removeaccumulateddebrisfrommufflerand • Do Not operate the machine without
engine area. guards,shields,andsafetydevicesinplace
and working properly.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, or clothing
WARNING
away from rotating parts.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless deadly poison that can kill • NEVER carry passengers. DO NOT operate
you. the machine when people, especially children, or
pets are in the area.
DoNotrunengineindoorsorinasmallconfined
area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes • Be alert, slow down and use caution when
can collect. makingturns. Lookbehindandtothesidebefore
changing directions.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light,
• Raise the tines, slow down, and use caution when
keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
crossing surfaces other than grass and when
• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If transporting the machine to and from the work
lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the area, area.
Do Not operate the machine; seek shelter.
• Do Not operate the machine under the influence
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake of alcohol or drugs.
is engaged before starting engine.
• Use extreme care when loading or unloading the
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards, machine into a trailer or truck.
shields, or covers. Always have safety shields,
• Usecarewhenapproachingblindcorners,shrubs,
guards, switches and other devices in place and in
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
proper working condition.
• Do Not change the engine governor setting or Slope Operation
overspeed the engine.
Use Extreme when aerating and/or turning on
• Park machine on level ground. Stop engine, wait
slopesaslossoftractionand/ortip-overcouldoccur.
for all moving parts to stop, remove key and
The operator is responsible for safe operation on
engage parking brake:
slopes.
– Before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine.
– After striking a foreign object or abnormal
vibration occurs (inspect the machine for
damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the machine).
– Before clearing blockages.
– Whenever you leave the machine.
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Safety
DANGER Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting,
cleaning or repairing.
Operatingonwetgrassorsteepslopescancause
• Keep engine and engine area free from excessive
slidingandlossofcontrol. Wheelsdroppingover
grease or oil and other debris which can
edges, ditches, steep banks, or water can cause
accumulate in these areas. These materials can
rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
become combustible and may result in a fire.
death or drowning.
• Let engine cool before storing and do not store
• Do Not operate on slopes when grass is wet.
near flame or any enclosed area where open pilot
• Do Not operate near drop-offs or near water.
lights or heat appliances are present.
• Do Not operate on slopes greater than 15
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do
degrees.
Not store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on
• Park machine on level, hard ground. Never allow
slopes.
untrained personnel to service machine.
• Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
• Use jack stands to support components when
required.
• Reduce tine down pressure to prevent the drive
tires from raising off the ground and to prevent • Carefully release pressure from components with
the front tires from raising off of the ground stored energy.
while aerating uphill.
• Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire
• See inside the back cover to determine the before making any repairs. Disconnect the
approximateslopeangleoftheareatobeaerated. negative terminal first and the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative last.
• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc. from the working area. Tall grass can • Usecarewhencheckingandservicingtines. Wrap
hide obstacles. the tine(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when
servicing them. Only replace damaged tines.
• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips and rises that
Never straighten or weld them.
changetheoperatingangle,asroughterraincould
overturn the machine. • Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, do not make adjustments with the
• Avoid sudden starts when aerating uphill because
engine running.
the machine may tip backwards. The machine is
morestablegoinguphillwiththetinesdisengaged. • Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area,
away from spark and flames. Unplug charger
• Beawarethatoperatingonwetgrass,acrosssteep
before connecting or disconnecting from battery.
slopes or downhill may cause the machine to lose
Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.
traction. Loss of traction to the drive wheels may
resultinslidingandalossofbrakingandsteering.
DANGER
• Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a
slope. Charging or jump starting the battery may
produce explosive gases. Battery gases can
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
explode causing serious injury.
wheel weights or counter weights to improve
stability. • Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes away
from battery.
• Use extreme care with attachments. These can
change the stability of the machine and cause loss • Ventilate when charging or using battery
of control. in an enclosed space.
• Make sure venting path of battery is
Maintenance and Storage always open once battery is filled with
acid.
• Raise the tines, set the parking brake, stop engine
and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire. • Always shield eyes and face from battery.
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Safety
DANGER WARNING
Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure
which is poisonous and can cause severe can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid
burns. Swallowing electrolyte can be fatal or accidentally injected into the skin must be
if it touches skin can cause severe burns. surgicallyremovedwithinafewhoursbyadoctor
familiarwiththisformofinjuryorgangrenemay
• Wear safety glasses to shield eyes, and
result.
rubber gloves to protect skin and clothing
when handling electrolyte. • If equipped, make sure all hydraulic fluid
hoses and lines are in good condition and all
• Do Not swallow electrolyte.
hydraulic connections and fittings are tight
• In the event of an accident, flush with beforeapplyingpressuretohydraulicsystem.
water and call a doctor immediately.
• Keep body and hands away from pinhole
leaks or nozzles that eject high pressure
hydraulic fluid.
CAUTION
• Use cardboard or paper, not your hands, to
If the ignition is in the “ON” position there
find hydraulic leaks.
is potential for sparks and engagement of
components. Sparkscouldcauseanexplosion • Beforeperforminganyworkonthehydraulic
or moving parts could accidentally engage system:
causing personal injury.
– Safely relieve all pressure in the ground
drive hydraulic system by placing the motion
Be sure ignition switch is in the “OFF”
control levers in neutral and shutting off the
position before charging the battery.
engine.
• Keep all guards, shields and all safety devices in – Safely relieve all pressure in the auxiliary
place and in safe working condition. hydraulic system by shutting off the engine,
turning the ignition switch to the “ON”
• Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper
position, and pressing the tine ground
tightness.
engagement switch. Once the tines have
• Frequently check for worn or deteriorating loweredtotheground,releasethetineground
components that could create a hazard. engagement switch and turn the ignition
switch to the “OFF” position.
WARNING
Removing standard original equipment parts
and accessories may alter the warranty, traction,
andsafetyofthemachine. Failuretouseoriginal
Exmark parts could cause serious injury or
death. Making unauthorized changes to the
engine, fuel or venting system, may violate EPA
and CARB regulations.
Replace all parts including, but not limited to,
tires, belts, tines, and fuel system components
with original Exmark parts.
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Safety
Safety and Instructional Decals
• Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease, • New safety signs may be obtained from
dirt and debris from safety signs and instructional your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or
labels. distributor or from Exmark Mfg. Co. Inc.
• Replace all worn, damaged, or missing safety • Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the
signs. backing to expose the adhesive surface. Apply
• When replacement components are installed, be only to a clean, dry surface. Smooth to remove
sure that current safety signs are affixed to the any air bubbles.
replaced components.
• Familiarizeyourselfwiththefollowingsafetysigns
• If an attachment or accessory has been installed, andinstructionlabels. Theyarecriticaltothesafe
make sure current safety signs are visible. operation of your Exmark commercial aerator.
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