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an Authorized Encore Dealer. To ensure optimum performance and safety, always purchase genuine Encore replacement parts and accessories GENERAL This manual contains techincal data on the following Encore commercial mowers.
ENCORE PROWLER MID CUT Your mower is only as safe as the operator! Operator carelessness or error may result in serious bodily injury. Improper maintenance of the machine may also result in injury. Please read and follow these instructions on Safe Operation and be certain that anyone using this mower fully understands and follows these instructions. 1. Familiarize yourself with the controls and know how to stop the rider and mower deck quickly.
5. Place breather cap on oil tank. Note: The oil tank is pre-filled from the factory with 20w50 oil and should be visible in the sight glass located on the back of the tank. The correct level is mid-point in the sight glass. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Remove tractor from the crate. Lay out all the hardware and parts from the inner box: Parts will consist of: 1 - seat 1 - bolt bag 1 – literature packet 2 - handles Battery: 2.
Fuel and Oil Recommendations If gasoline is spilled, wipe it up immediately. NOTE: DIESEL UNITS FUEL: Consult Engine Manual for Engine Manufactures Recommendations on Operation and Maintenance Information. CAUTION: On Diesel engine model series 432447, 522447 & 582447 - THESE ENGINES ARE CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON DIESEL FUEL ONLY. CAUTION: Engines are NOT shipped serviced from factory. You must service engine before cranking it! Use clean, fresh diesel with a minimum of 40 cetane.
4. Set Engine Choke Control to for cold starts to FULL position. NOTE: Using multi-grade oils (5w-20, 10w30, and 10w40) will increase oil consumption. Check oils more frequently when using them. FOR DIESEL UNITS: WITH THE THROTTLE SET IN “SLOW “POSITION, TURN THE KEY TO THE “ON” POSITION AND WAIT APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS FOR THE GLOW PLUGS TO CYCLE (INDICATOR LIGHT SHOULD BE ON WHILE PLUGS ARE PREHEATING COMBUSTION CHAMBER). WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT, TURN THE KEY TO THE “START” POSITION.
TEST OPERATION – (continued) 1. Release the Park Brake Lever by pushing it forward. 2. To drive unit bring both handles in so that they are positioned in front of the operator. Slowly move the handles forward to increase speed, ease handles forward evenly. To decrease speed ease handles back. To back up continue to ease handles all the way back toward the operator. To “zero turn” slowly move the right handle forward to turn left or left handle forward to turn right.
4. All neutral creep (rotation) should be adjusted out of the drive. This adjustment is performed at the adjustable Pump Link on each corresponding pump. ( See fig. ) Loosen the jam nut between the ball stud and the control rod. Tread the stud into the control rod if there is forward rotation and out of the control rod if there is reverse rotation. Never adjust the link more than 2 full turns at a time. Retighten the jam nut and start the engine, and repeat step #2. 5.
5. Reassemble the spring rod and replace the clevis pin. Now move the deck up and down and recheck the side to side blade measurement. LEVELING THE DECK: The deck comes from the manufacturer preleveled. If the deck does not appear to be cutting level, follow this procedure. BELT ADJUSMENT: 1. Set all tire pressures to correct specification. 2. Place machine on a level cutting surface and inspect blades to make sure that one is not damaged or bent. 3. Stop engine and Remove the ignition key.
ANTIDOTE: INTERNAL- DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF WATER OR MILK, FOLLOW WITH MILK OF MAGNESIA, BEATEN EGGS OR VEGETABLE OIL. CALL PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY. EYES AND SKIN SHOULD BE FLUSHED WITH WATER AND GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION. BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES. KEEP SPARKS, FLAMES AND SMOKING MATERIALS AWAY. VENTILATE WHEN CHARGING IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE. WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN WORKING NEAR BATTERIES. Lug nuts should be checked regularly for tightness. Torque lug nuts to 50ft./lbs.
! WARNING ! Do not attempt to straighten a bent blade or weld a broken or cracked blade. Always replace it with a new blade to assure safety. CHECKING LUBRICANT LEVELS: CAUTION If a blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be sharpened. Remove the blades for sharpening. Raise cutter deck to transport position. Lift the front of unit using jack stands or equivalent support making sure that the machine is secure.
Maintanence Reference Information LOCATED UNDER THE ENGINE TO THE REAR OF THE MACHINE F. G. A. A. 72" MID CUT GEAR BOX 52-61" MID CUT GEAR BOX LOCATED TO REAR OF THE DECK B. C. B. E. D. C. Grease Fitting Lubrication List A. B. C. D. Control Arm Pivots 1 Pump / 100 Hours Caster Support Bearing 5 Pumps / 250 Hours Front Caster 2 Pumps / 40 Hours Pivot Joints ( Left & Right Side) 1 Pump / 40 Hours E. Back Rail 1 Pump / 40 Hours Drive Shaft 1 Pump / 40 Hours Power Shaft Bearings 1 Pump / 250 Hours F.
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ENCORE WARRANTY For Prowler and Z Series Mowers (excluding the Z 34) This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. Any part of the Encore commercial mower manufactured by Encore Mfg. Co., Inc. and found in reasonable judgment of Encore Mfg. Co., Inc. to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Encore Dealer without charge for parts and labor.
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