Exmark Ultra Vac Lazer Z AS User's Manual
Contents
1. 5 Safety and Instructional Decals 8 SUECHICATONS 10 Model 10 10 DIMENSIONS scepter nahin 10 Torque Requirements 11 Product Overview insansa ia aneii 11 E E E UE 12 Pre Stattena tecet e N 12 Operating NstruUctions 12 iatis POV oic ono P PR 15 ooa sites eb edo Het rp OP duet 17 Recommended Maintenance Schedule s 17 Periodic Maintenance cit 17 Check Blower Housing Impellet 17 Check DAUS s eo ER Deis ed ene 17 Lubricate hel eite olde 18 Check Condition of 18 GIG 19 Clean Muffler and Rear Frame 19 Clean Rear Screen In Hood eei 19 Clean DIoWBE s do one net D a ode dd 19 Tro blesh oting om a v eren 20 Safety Safety Safety Alert Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol Figure 2 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 Figure 2 1 Safety alert symbol The safety alert symbol appears above information which alerts you to unsafe actions or situations and will be followed by the word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION DANGER White lettering2. Blower drive belt snaps or breaks frequently 1 Idler arm is out of alignment 1 Correct the alignment of the idler arm Excessive grass blowout from the deck 1 Bags are full 1 Empty bags more frequently 2 Plugged screen in bagger hood 2 Remove debris leaves or grass clippings from the screen 3 Ground speed is too fast 3 Drive slower at full throttle 4 Blower belt is worn loose broken 4 Install new blower belt 5 Plugged tube or blower 5 Locate and remove plugged debris 6 Conditions are dry 6 Use lower lift blade Blower and tubes plug too frequently 1 Bags are too full 1 Empty bags more frequently 2 Ground speed is too fast 2 Drive slower at full throttle 3 Grass is too wet 3 Cut grass when it is dry 4 Grass is too long 4 Cut grass more frequently or at higher cut height 5 Plugged screen in bagger hood 5 Remove debris leaves or grass clippings from the screen 6 Blower drive belt is worn loose or Install new belt broken 7 Blower is plugged 7 Use low lift blades in wet conditions Blower impeller does not spin freely 1 Plugged blower 1 Remove debris leaves or grass clippings from the blower impeller 2 Impeller not aligned 2 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer Plowing leaves 1 Deck is too low 1 Units below Serial Number 600 000 Raise the deck slightly Triton Raise the front adjustable baffle Chasing leaves 1 Blowout from deck 1 Units below S
3. ENTIRETY By following the operating maintenance and safety instructions you will prolong the life of your Ultra Vac maintain its maximum efficiency and promote safe operation 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 ate 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 ot additional information contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Exmark Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product Write the numbers in the space provided G007490 Figure 1 1 Model and serial number location Model No Serial No Contents TEER OCECHOI 3 SALE no 5 Safety Alert side terere tit 5 Safe Operating
4. Red background Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided Will result in death or serious injury WARNING Black lettering Orange background Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided Could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Black lettering Yellow background Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided May result in minor or moderate injury This manual uses two other words to highlight information Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention Safe Operating Practices Training Read the tractor and Ultra Vac Operator s Manuals and other training material If the operator s or mechanic s can not read English it is the ownet s responsibility to explain this material to them Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment operator controls and safety signs e All operators and mechanics should be trained The owner is responsible for training the users e Never let children or untrained people operate ot service the equipment Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator e The owner uset can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself other people or property Preparation e Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to propetly and safely perform the
5. after hours time or other extraordinary repair charges or charge relating to repairs or replacements outside of normal business hours at the place of business of the authorized Exmark Service Dealer Rental of like or similar replacement equipment during the period of any warranty repair or replacement work Any telephone or telegram charges or travel charges Loss or damage to person or property other than that covered by the terms of this warranty Any claims for lost revenue lost profit or additional cost as a result of a claim of breach of warranty Attorney s fees No Claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any Exmark mower Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state G006117 21 Service Record Date Description of Work Done Service Done By 22 Fold along appropriate line SD pH MI CIE THIS IS 5 SLOPE 23 SEE EXMARK S COMPLETE LINE OF ACCESSORIES CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM ROPS DECK LIFT ASSIST KIT SNOW BLADE HITCH KIT SUN SHADE LAZERLOCKER TRASH CONTAINER LIGHT KIT TURF STRIPER MICRO MULCH SYSTEM ULTRA VAC COLLECTION SYSTEM OPERATOR CONTROLLED
6. can lead to accidents causing personal injury Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment may also be a violation of State laws and the operator may be subject to traffic tickets and or fines Do Not dtive a unit on a public street or roadway 15 Operation A WARNING Loading a unit on a trailer or truck increases the possibility of backward tip over Backward tip over could cause serious injury or death Use extreme caution when operating a unit on a ramp Use only a single full width ramp Do Not use individual ramps for each side of the unit If individual ramps must be used use enough ramps to create an unbroken ramp surface wider than the unit Do Not exceed a 15 angle between ramp and ground or between ramp and trailer or truck Avoid sudden acceleration while driving unit up a ramp to avoid tipping backward Avoid sudden deceleration while backing unit down a ramp to avoid tipping backward Loading a Unit Empty grass bags before attempting to load unit on trailer or truck Use extreme caution when loading units on trailers or trucks One full width ramp that is wide enough to extend beyond the rear tires is recommended instead of individual ramps for each side of the unit The lower rear section of the tractor frame extends back between the rear wheels and serves as a stop for tipping backward Having a full width ramp provides a surface for the frame members to contact if t
7. job Only use on machines approved by Exmatk e Wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses substantial footwear long trousers and hearing protection Do Not operate when barefoot or when wearing open sandals A CAUTION This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator s ear and can cause hearing loss through extended periods of exposure Wear hearing protection when operating this machine e Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all rocks toys sticks wires bones and other foreign objects which can be thrown by the machine and may cause personal injury to the operator or bystanders Operation e Operate only in daylight or good artificial light keeping away from holes and hidden hazards e Never mow with the discharge deflector raised removed or altered unless there is a grass collection system or mulch kit in place and working properly Safety A DANGER Slope Operation Use Extreme caution when mowing and or turning on slopes as loss of traction and or tip over could occur The operator is responsible for safe operation on slopes There are rotating blades in the blower and under the mower deck Blade contact can cause serious operator or bystander injury or even death Do Not reach into blower unless rotation A DANGER Operating on wet grass or steep slopes can cause sliding and loss of control Wheels dropping over edges ditches ste
8. to remove sure that current safety signs are affixed to the any air bubbles replaced components Familiarize yourself with the following safety signs fan attachment or accessory has been installed and instruction labels They are critical to the safe make sure current safety signs are visible operation of your Exmark commercial mower A WARNING 4 WARNING UNDER NORMAL USE THIS BAG WILL DETERIORATE AND WEAR OBJECTS MAY EXIT A WORN BAG AT HIGH SPEEDS CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH Ultra Vac counterbalance weight s installed without Ultra Vac may cause Loss of Traction and Steering Control CHECK BAG FREQUENTLY FOR TEARS AND HOLES Ultra Vac installed without Ultra Vac counterbalance weight s will cause Reduced Stability e Loss of Traction and Steering or Reduced Stability may Cause Injury or Death REPLACE BAG WITH AN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT BAG THAT BEARS THIS WARNING 1 653554 1623594 Install weight s ONLY when Ultra Vac is installed 103 6607 103 6607 AAWARNING 18857 ALLOW TO COOL 1 653558 DANGER THIS UNIT WHEN COVER IS NOT IN PLACE 98 5954 WARNING For units with 2 post Roll Bar installed Ultra Vac counterbalance weight installed without Ultra Vac may cause Loss of Traction and Steering Ultra Vac installed without Ultra Vac counterbalance weight s will cause Reduction of Stability Loss of Traction and Steering or Reductio
9. 2 Fits Lazer Z Lazer Z XP Lazer Z XS and Lazer Z AS with 66 inch or 72 inch deck Systems Overall Length B ina System w Ultra Vac gging gt y 52 inch Deck Air Cooled 105 70 inches 268 5 52 inch Deck 106 00 inches 269 1 cm Commercial grade cloth mesh bags with Liquid Cooled reinforced bottoms 60 inch Deck SN 599 999 106 65 inches 270 9 cm Capacity 11 0 bushels and Lower Air Cooled 52 inch decks 8 bushels 2 bags and hood 60 inch Deck SN 600 000 110 04 inches 279 5 cm 4 Sa and Higher Air Cooled 2 inch 13 e WU ME de 60 inch Deck SN 599 999 106 90 inches 271 5 cm amp and Lower Liquid Cooled Dump Mechanism Manual lift off 60 inch Deck SN 599 999 107 90 inches 274 1 cm Blower Tube Fixed abrasion resistant molded and Lower Lazer XP amp XS polyethylene 60 inch Deck SN 600 000 110 88 inches 281 6 cm Impeller 5 bladed 1 4 inch 6 4 mm thick and Higher Lazer XP amp XS abrasion resistant steel with vertical axis 66 inch Deck Air Cooled 111 59 inches 283 4 cm e Impeller bearings 1 inch 2 5 cm sealed 66 inch Deck Lazer XP amp 112 43 inches 285 6 cm non greaseable bearings XS 72 inch Deck SN 599 999 110 75 inches 281 3 cm D m e n S n S and Lower Air Cooled 72 inch Deck SN 600 000 114 12 inches 289 9 cm d Higher Air Cooled Overall Width 72 inch Deck SN 599 999 111 00 inches 278 3 cm ae w Ultra Vac and
10. Battery Engine Please refer to the engine manufacturer s warranty statement that is included in the literature packet We are not authorized to handle warranty adjustments on engines This warranty only includes the cost of parts and labor Items and Conditions Not Covered This warranty does not cover the following Pickup and delivery charges to and from any authorized Exmark Service Dealer beyond first warrantable service Any damage or deterioration due to normal use wear and tear or exposure Cost of regular maintenance service or parts such as filters fuel lubricants tune up parts and adjustments Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required replacement or repair due to normal wear accidents or lack of proper maintenance Any repairs necessary due to use of parts accessories or supplies including gasoline oil or lubricants incompatible with the turf equipment or other than as recommended in the operator s manual or other operational instructions provided by Exmark There are no other express warranties except for engine and special emission system coverage stated elsewhere herein or included with the product warranty work must be performed by an authorized Exmark Service Dealer using Exmark approved replacement parts Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The product must be registered with original proof of purchase by an Exmark Service Dealer before obtaining any
11. DISCHARGE ULTRA VAC QUICK DISPOSAL SYSTEM CUSTOM RIDE SEAT SUSPENSION SYSTEM SNOW BLADE DUAL TAIL WHEEL SNOWBLOWER FLOOR PAN EXTENDER SUN SHADE HITCH KIT TRASH CONTAINER LIGHT KIT ULTRA VAC COLLECTION SYSTEM MICRO MULCH SYSTEM ULTRA VAC QUICK DISPOSAL SYSTEM ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM ROPS WEATHER CAB ROTARY BROOM WALK BEHIND ACCESSORIES GRASS CATCHER TURF STRIPER LAZERLOCKER STANDON MICRO MULCH SYSTEM Place Model No and Serial No Label Here Included in the Literature Pack or Fill in Below Date Purchased Model No Serial No 2000 2007 Exmark Mfg Inc Part No 4500 192 Rev A Industrial Park Box 808 402 223 6300 Cf Beatrice NE 68310 Fax 402 223 5489 All Rights Reserved Printed in the USA www exmark com
12. Idler Arm The idler arm may become bent during use or transport A bent idler arm could cause the belt to jump off of the idler and be damaged 1 Make sure the belt cover is installed and the blower for one to two minutes Shut off the deck drive stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake Remove the belt cover and check to make sure that the belt is riding near the center of the flat idler on the idler arm If the belt is not riding near the center of the idler remove the blower and bend the idler arm slightly Reinstall the blower and belt cover and repeat steps 1 through 3 until the belt is positioned near the center of the idler 18 Maintenance Cleaning Clean Muffler and Rear Frame Area Service Interval Before each use or daily Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake A WARNING Operating engine parts especially the muffler become extremely hot Severe burns can occur on contact and debris such as leaves grass brush etc can catch fire Allow engine parts especially the muffler to cool before touching Remove accumulated debris from muffler and engine area Install and maintain in working order a spark arrester before using equipment on forest covered grass covered brush covered unimproved land Clean Rear Screen In Hood Service Interval Before each use or daily 1 Stop engine
13. Lower Liquid Cooled 52 inch Deck All 66 85 inches 169 8 cm 72 inch Deck SN 599 999 112 00 inches 281 9 cm 60 inch Deck SN 599 999 74 44 inches 189 1 cm and Lower Lazer XP amp XS and Lower amp All Lazer AS 72 inch Deck SN 600 000 115 37 inches 293 0 cm 60 inch Deck SN 600 000 74 94 inches 190 3 cm and Higher Lazer XP amp XS and Higher 66 inch Deck All 81 50 inches 207 0 cm 72 inch Deck SN 599 999 86 49 inches 219 7 cm and Lower 72 inch Deck SN 600 000 87 38 inches 221 9 cm and Higher 10 Product Overview Curb Weight 52 inch Deck All 254 Ib 115 kg 60 inch Deck SN 599 999 324 Ib 147 kg and Lowet amp All Lazet AS 60 inch Deck SN 600 000 243 Ib 110 kg and Higher Air Cooled except AS 60 inch Deck SN 600 000 261 Ib 118 kg and Higher Liquid Cooled 66 inch Deck All 190 Ib 86 kg Air Cooled 66 inch Deck All 208 Ib 94 kg Liquid Cooled 72 inch Deck SN 600 000 271 Ib 123 kg and Higher 72 inch Deck SN 600 000 190 Ib 86 kg and Higher Air Cooled 72 inch Deck SN 600 000 208 Ib 94 kg and Higher Liquid Cooled Torque Requirements Impeller Spindle Bottom 55 60 ft lb 75 81 N m Nut Impeller Spindle Top Nut 75 80 ft Ib 102 108 N m Product Overview Figure 4 1 Hood 4 Tube 2 Weight 5 Bag 3 Blower 11 Operation Operation Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal ope
14. Maintenance Lubricate Grease Fittings Note See chart for service intervals 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake Lubricate fittings with NGLI grade 2 multi purpose gun grease Refer to the following chart for fitting locations and lubrication schedule Lubrication Chart Fitting Initial Number of Service Locations Pumps Places Interval 1 Idler 1 2 1 25 Bushings Check Condition of Belt Service Interval Every 50 hours All Units 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake 2 Inspect the belt for damage or wear Replace belt with one of the following 52 inch All 1 653438 60 inch Lazer Z XS 103 0866 SN 599 999 and Lower and All Lazer AS 72 inch All SN 599 999 103 0867 and Lower 60 inch Triton 109 1242 66 inch Triton 103 0867 72 inch Triton 109 1244 For 52 inch Units Only Belt Replacement Procedure 1 Remove the blower from the deck 2 Remove the belt guide on the blower see Figure 9 Figure 9 View From Top of Blower 4 Belt guide Deck sheave reference 1 Spring loaded idler 2 Impeller sheave 5 3 Fixed idler Remove the old belt Install the new belt onto the blower assembly as shown in Figure 9 Reinstall the belt guide removed in step 2 6 Reinstall the blower onto the deck For 52 inch Units Only Inspect Belt Position on the
15. ULTRA VAC LAZER Z LAZER Zz XP LAZER Z XS AND LAZER 2 AS MODELS For Ultra Vac Serial Nos 720 000 amp Higher to fit Units 352 000 amp Higher Part No 4500 192 Rev A E E 2 5 Ca o Exmark reserves the right to make changes 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 evident in the actual specifications of its products and the statements and descriptions contained in this publication 2000 2007 Exmark Mfg Co Inc Industrial Park Box 808 Beatrice NE 68310 PS 5 OVERNIGHT FREE If your Exmark dealer does not have the Exmark part in stock Exmark will get the parts to the dealer the next business day or the part will be FREE Guaranteed Some restrictions apply See your participating Exmark Dealer for details Contact us at www Exmark com Printed in the USA All Rights Reserved Introduction CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Exmark Ultra Vac 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 Ultra Vac BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MOWER CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS
16. bracket They will only fit the machine one way Weights for the 60 inch Lazer Z serial number 600 000 and higher 60 inch Lazer Z XP 60 inch Lazer Z XS and all 66 inch and 72 inch units are interchangeable left and right Install a clevis pin and hairpin on each caster weight to retain them see Figure 7 Operation 1 9007524 Figure 7 Clevis Pin 2 Hairpin 11 12 Units with removable floorpan weight Tighten knob on weight assembly until the weight is clamped securely to the caster arm Hook weight plate assembly over the top of the weight mounting plates and secure with two hairpins as shown in Figure 8 Figure 8 Weight Plate Assembly 2 Hairpin Note The portions of the Ultra Vac bagger that are not bolted to the mower are designed to be installed or removed in their entirety Do Not operate the mower with only a portion of the Ultra Vac installed Transporting Transporting a Unit Use a heavy duty trailer or truck to transport the machine Lock brake and block wheels Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps chains cable or ropes Be sure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law Secure a trailer with a safety chain A CAUTION This unit does not have proper turn signals lights reflective markings or a slow moving vehicle emblem Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment is dangerous and
17. djustable baffle to reduce plowing Lowering front adjustable baffle may prevent chasing Match discharge opening to Ultra Vac intake best performance Bagger Removal for Side Discharge 1 Shut off the deck drive stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Remove key and engage parking brake Remove the discharge tube by releasing the latches at the blower Slide the tube off the blower outlet and remove the upper end from the hood 12 Operation Figure 5 1 Clevis Pin 5 Belt Cover 2 Caster Arm Weight 6 Blower 3 Hairpin 7 Tube 4 Front Floorpan Weight 8 Bags 3 Remove the belt cover by loosening the knobs For 60 inch and 66 inch units the outboard knob does not need to be removed completely to remove the belt cover A CAUTION The deck sheave will become very hot Touching a hot deck sheave can cause severe burns Allow the deck sheave to cool completely before removing the belt 4 Pull the idler release handle and remove the belt from the upper groove of the deck sheave 5 Unlatch the front end of the blower Pivot the blower back and lift it off the deck 6 Install the discharge chute using the chute pivot pin and hairpin see Figure 6 13 1 Hairpin 2 Chute Pivot Pin G007016 Figure 6 Viewed from the right side 3 Discharge Chute Note Install chute with the tabs to the rear of the deck tabs as shown WARNING An uncovered discharge op
18. e by hand 6 10 14 Pull the spring loaded idler back and slip the belt ovet the top spindle deck sheave Install the plastic belt cover On 60 inch and 66 inch units the outside end of the cover is slotted and can slip between the two washers on the belt shield stud The plastic knob does not need to be removed On 72 inch and 52 inch units the cover has a hole and the plastic knob must be installed after the cover has been positioned The original belt cover stud must be removed on 52 inch units For Units Serial Number 600 000 and Higher with Triton Decks Adjust position of dog leg baffle to match the intake of the Ultra Vac blower baffle adjusted too wide may allow objects to be thrown from under deck Baffle adjusted too narrow may cause plugging issues All Units Slip the upper end of the tube assembly into the hood opening Slide the lower end of the tube assembly over the blower outlet and align the notch with the tube latch Latch the tube to the blower Note The removable weights heavy Use care when lifting Make sure that you can hold the weight securely before lifting Use caution when positioning your hands so that you Do Not set the weight down on your hands or fingers Install the removable weight assemblies over the caster arms On 52 inch and 60 inch Lazer Z AS machines and 60 inch Lazer Z machines serial number 599 999 and lower one weight has a wide mounting bracket and one has a narrow
19. ening will allow objects to be thrown in operator s or bystander s direction Also contact with blade could occur Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or kill you or bystanders Never operate mower unless discharge deflector or entire grass collection system or mulch kit is installed 7 Re install the plastic belt cover and tighten the knobs 8 Remove the hair pins and clevis pins holding the hood assembly to the mount weldment 9 Lift the hood assembly off the mount 10 The removable weights must be removed from above the caster wheels and front of floor pan on some units To remove the caster weights Loosen the clamping knobs until the weight can be moved relative to the caster arm Remove the hairpins and clevis pins that hold the weights to the caster arms Carefully lift the weights off of the caster arms To remove the weight on the front of the floor pan remove the two hairpins that retain it and then lift it from the mount plates The weights and brackets bolted to the floor pan remain on the unit Operation Note The removable weights are heavy Use cate when lifting them Make sure that you can hold them securely before lifting them Use caution when positioning your hands so that you Do Not set them down on your hands or fingers Note The portions of the Ultra Vac bagger that are not bolted to the mower are designed to be installed or removed in their entirety Failu
20. ep banks or water can cause rollovers which may result in serious injury death or drowning indicator has stopped Disengage PTO stop engine remove key wait for all moving parts to stop engage parking brake Never operate mower unless discharge deflector entire grass collection system or mulch kit is installed Do Not mow slopes when grass is wet Do Not mow near drop offs or near water Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop remove key and engage parking brake Do Not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Before checking cleaning or working on the 5 mowet Reduce speed and use extreme caution PE on slopes After striking a foreign object or abnormal P vibration occurs inspect the mower for Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed damage and make repairs before restarting changes and operating the mower See inside the back cover to determine the Before clearing blockages approximate slope angle of the area to be mowed Whenever you leave the mower e Use a walk behind mower and or a hand trimmer near drop offs ditches steep banks or water A WARNING Figure 3 Hands feet hair clothing or accessories can become entangled in rotating parts Contact with the rotating parts can cause traumatic amputation or severe lacerations Do Not operate the machine without guards shields and safety devices in place and working properly Keep hands feet hair jewe
21. erial Number 600 000 Install an anti blowout kit contact an Authorized Service Dealer Triton Lower the front adjustable baffle Match discharge opening to Ultra Vac intake Blowet components show signs of wear 1 Sand or dry conditions 1 Use low lift blades on the cutting and or air cleaners and cooling fins are dirty deck and higher cutting heights Clean air cleaners and cooling fins frequently 20 2 Year Limited Warranty Exmark Turf Equipment For units purchased on or after October 1 2004 Conditions and Products Covered Exmark Mfg Co Inc and its affiliate Exmark Warranty Company pursuant to an agreement between them jointly warrant on the terms and conditions herein that we will repair replace or adjust any part manufactured by Exmark and found by us in the exercise of our reasonable discretion to be defective in factory materials or workmanship for a period of two years This warranty applies to Exmark turf equipment purchased on or after October 1 2004 sold in the US or Canada This warranty may only be assigned or transferred to a second or third owner by an authorized Exmark dealer The warranty period commences upon the date of the original retail purchase Products Warranty Period All Products except as noted below 2 years Attachments and Accessories 1 year Metro 21 and Metro 26 Series 1 year Belts and Tires 90 days 1 Year Prorated Warranty is covered by engine manufacturer
22. he unit starts to tip backward If it is not possible to use one full width ramp use enough individual ramps to simulate a full width continuous ramp 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 exceed 15 A steeper angle may cause mower deck components to get caught as the unit moves from ramp to trailer or truck Steeper angles may also cause the unit to tip backward If loading on or near a slope position the trailer or truck so it is on the down side of the slope and the ramp extends up the slope This will minimize the ramp angle The trailer or truck should be as level as possible Important Do Not attempt to turn the unit while on the ramp you may lose control and drive off the side Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp and sudden deceleration when backing down a ramp Both maneuvers can cause the unit to tip backward 16 Maintenance Maintenance Note Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position A WARNING A WARNING The engine can become very hot Touching a hot engine can cause severe burns While maintenance or adjustments are being made someone could start the engine Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you other bystanders Allow the engine to cool completely before service or making repairs around the engine Remove the key from the igniti
23. hers or attachments These can change the stability of the machine and cause loss of control The stability and traction of the machine will change as the Ultra Vac hopper fills with grass clippings Use progressively greater care on slopes as the hopper fills Maintenance and Storage Disengage drives set parking brake stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting cleaning or repairing Use care when checking blades Wrap the blade s ot wear gloves and use caution when servicing them Only replace blades Never straighten or weld them Keep all guards shields and all safety devices in place and in safe working condition Check all bolts frequently to maintain proper tightness Frequently check for worn or deteriorating components that could create a hazard All replacement parts must be the same as ot equivalent to the parts supplied as original equipment Safety Safety and Instructional Decals Keep all safety signs legible Remove all grease e New safety signs may be obtained from dirt and debris from safety signs and instructional your authorized Exmark equipment dealer labels distributor or from Exmark Mfg Co Inc Replace all worn damaged or missing safety e 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
24. lry or clothing away from rotating parts Stop the blades slow down and use caution when crossing surfaces other than grass and when transporting the mower to and from the to G000963 be mowed Figure 3 1 Safe Zone Use the mower here on slopes less than 15 Be aware of the mower discharge path and direct degrees discharge away from others 2 Danger Zone Use a walk behind mower and or hand trimmer near drop offs and water 3 Water Safety Remove ot mark obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc from the mowing area Tall grass can hide obstacles Watch for ditches holes rocks dips and rises that change the operating angle as rough terrain could overturn the machine Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the mower may tip backwards Be aware that loss of traction may occur going downhill Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause drive wheels to slip and cause loss of braking and steering Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly off the slope Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counter weights to improve stability Always install and remove the Ultra Vac including counter weights as instructed Failure to do so will cause a reduction in stability or traction Do Not operate the mower with only a portion of the Ultra Vac installed Use extreme care with grass catc
25. n of Stability may cause injury or death Install weight s ONLY when Ultra is installed 103 6606 Safety A CAUTION High Speed Discharge can cause Injury or Death f Read operator s manual Do NOT run blower without discharge tube Hearing protection hood and bags installed and latched recommended A DANGER Rotating Blades can cause Injury or Death Do NOT reach into blower unless rotation indicator has stopped Disengage PTO stop engine remove key WAIT FOR MOVING PARTS TO STOP Do NOT operate mower without deflector 1099607 chute or entire bag system in place 103 3507 UV60 UV6672 WARNING CAUTION High Speed Discharge can cause Injury or Death Read operator s manual Do NOT run blower without discharge tube 1 i hood and bags installed and fatched Hearing protection secommended DANGER DANGER Rotating Blades can cause Injury or Death Do NOT reach into blower unless rotation indicator has stopped Disengage PTO stop engine remove key WAIT FOR MOVING PARTS TO STOP Do NOT operate mower without deflector chute 103 9508 or entire bag system in place 103 3508 LZUV52 Only Specifications Specifications Model Numbers Serial Nos 720 000 and Higher LZUV52 Fits Lazer Z and Lazer Z AS with 52 inch deck UV60 Fits Lazer Z Lazer Z XP Lazer Z XS and Lazer Z AS with 60 inch deck UV667
26. n the blower is installed on the deck Verify that all rotation indicators have stopped before clearing blower assembly or mower deck 3 remove the bags first shut off deck drive stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop Open the hood and remove the bags by lifting up on the rear of the bag then unhooking the front clip Empty the bags by inverting them 4 Reinstall bags close and latch hood before continuing mowing Tips for mowing conditions When mowing in areas with sandy soil use low lift blades on the cutting deck and higher cutting heights to minimize wear on the blower components When mowing in wet conditions such as just after a fain or in heavy dew use low lift blades on the cutting deck to minimize plugging of the blower Maintaining a ground speed that does not pull down the engine RPM will allow for the highest productivity and best quality of cut Bogging the engine RPM down by going too fast will cause plugging and quality of cut issues When the bags get full the sound of the blower will change and there will be slight blowout from the front right corner of the deck Emptying the bags at this point will minimize the potential for the tube to plug For units below Serial Number 600 000 Anti blowout kits available for leaf collection They help to prevent chasing the leaves To reduce plowing leaves raise the deck slightly On Triton Raise front a
27. on switch area engage parking brake and pull the wire s off the spark plug s before you do any maintenance Also push the wire s aside so it does not accidentally contact the spark plug s Recommended Maintenance Schedule s Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval heck the blower housing impeller heck bags Jean muffler and rear frame area Jean rear screen in the hood Every 25 hours Lubricate grease fittings Every 50 hours Check condition of belt Yearly or before storage Clean blower Periodic Maintenance Before each use or daily Check Bags Service Interval Before each use or daily Check Blower j Housing Impeller Service Interval Before each use or daily Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake 2 Inspect the bags for wear tears or damage 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake Inspect for wear or damage daily Replace or repair worn parts as needed Note When mowing in areas with sandy soil use low lift blades on the cutting deck and higher cutting heights to minimize wear on the blower components 17 A WARNING Under normal use the bag will deteriorate and wear Objects could exit through worn bag at high speeds Thrown objects can cause serious injury or kill you or bystanders Check bags frequently for tears and holes Replace worn bags
28. rating position Pre Start Make sure you understand the controls their locations their functions and their safety requirements Ensure the blower belt cover bags tube and hood are in good condition properly attached and latched For units above Serial Number 600 000 with Triton decks Make sure that the adjustable dog leg baffle is closed to match the intake into the Ultra Vac Blower A WARNING If the deck discharge opening and the blower intake opening do not match correctly it will allow objects to be thrown in operator s or bystander s direction Also contact with blade could occur Thrown objects or blade contact can cause serious injury or kill you or bystanders Adjust dog leg baffle to match intake opening Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the necessary inspection and maintenance steps Operating Instructions Mowing 1 The Ultra Vac blower operates when deck drive is engaged Be sure that all persons are clear of the mower deck before engaging the cutting blades Set the throttle to midway position Pull outward on the PTO switch to the ROTATE position Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing 2 To disengage the deck drive and blower set the throttle to midway position Push in on the PTO switch to the STOP position to stop the cutting blades and blower The cutting blades will require a slightly longer amount of time to come to a complete stop whe
29. re to do so will cause a reduction in stability or traction Do Not operate the mower with only a portion of the Ultra Vac installed A CAUTION Caster or front floor pan weights installed without bagger may cause loss of traction and steering control Loss of control can result in an accident which may cause death injury or property damage Install caster or front floor pan weights ONLY when bagger is installed 11 The machine can now be used for side discharge mowing Bagger Installation for Bagging 1 Stop engine remove key and wait for all moving parts to stop Engage parking brake Remove hairpin and chute pivot pin Remove discharge chute Pivot pin and hair pin may be stored in the pivot holes of the discharge chute during bagging operation Install the bagger assembly onto the mount by slipping the hook portion over the top mounting tube of the mount weldment see Figure 5 Secure the assembly to the mount using the clevis pins and hairpins Install the bag assemblies by inserting the hook portion into the slots in the cross bar of the hood assembly Mount the blower on the deck by sliding the mounting pin into the tube at the rear right corner of the deck Swing the blower closed Adjust the position of the front pin to engage the slot in the front of the deck Use the latch to lock the blower in this position Adjust the tension on the latch to hold the blower up to the deck yet allow for releas
30. wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake 2 Open hood and remove clippings that are stuck to the screen Clean Blower Service Interval Yearly or before storage Grass build up may cause problems with the impeller when the unit is put back into operation 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and remove key Engage parking brake 2 Remove grass buildup from around the impeller before placing it in storage 19 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 caused by an empty fuel tank The following table lists some of the common causes of trouble Do Not attempt to service or replace major items or any items that call for special timing or adjustment procedures such as valves governor etc Have this work done by your Engine Service Dealer Note When disconnecting electrical connectors Do Not pull on the wires to separate the connectors Abnormal vibration 1 Cutting blade s is are bent or unbalanced 1 Install new cutting blade s 2 Blade mounting bolt is loose 2 Tighten the blade mounting bolt 3 Loose blower pulley or pulley assembly 3 Tighten the appropriate pulley 4 Blower impeller blades are bent 4 Contact an Authorized Service Dealer
31. warranty service Contact any Exmark Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership To locate a dealer convenient to you access our website at www exmark com U S Customers may also call 402 223 6375 If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer s analysis or with the assistance provided contact us at Exmark Customer Service Department The Exmark Warranty Company 2101 Ashland Avenue Beatrice NE 68310 402 223 6375 or service exmark com Owner s Responsibilities The Exmark turf equipment including any defective part must be returned to an authorized Exmark service dealer within the warranty period This warranty extends only to turf equipment operated under normal conditions You must read the operator s manual You must also properly service and maintain your Exmark product as described in the operator s manual Such routine maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense General Conditions The sole liability of Exmark and Exmark Warranty Company with respect to this warranty shall be repair and replacement of defective components as set forth herein Neither Exmark nor Exmark Warranty Company shall have any liability for any other cost loss or damage including but not limited to any incidental or consequential loss or damage In particular we shall have no liability or responsibility for Expenses related to gasoline oil or lubricants Travel time overtime
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