Rear-Engine Rider Owner/Operator Manual Models 927060 - 1028 927062 - 1232 927064 - 1440 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Transfer model & serial number label from product registration here. Coller l’autocollant du modèle et du numéro de série dans cet encadré. Transferir aquí la etiqueta del modelo y número de serie del registro del producto.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DELIVERY Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to: • Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact your nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance. NOTE: To locate your nearest Gravely Dealer, call 1-800-472-8359 or go to www.gravely.com on the internet. WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury.
2 PRUDENCE • Poids maximum du timon: 30 livres. • Poids maximum de la remorque: 300 livres. • Ne pas utiliser l'attelage lorsque l'ensacheuse est posée. • Ne pas utiliser sur les pentes abruptes. • Ne pas stationner en pente quand la remorque est attelée. • Ne pas utiliser avec un outil s'enfonçant dans le sol. PRECAUCIÓN • Peso máximo de la lengüeta: 30 lbs. • Peso máximo del remolque: 300 lbs. • No usar el enganche con la embosaldora acoplada. • No usar en colinas o pendientes empinadas.
SAFETY RULES Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not direct discharge toward other people. OL1810 Keep people away from unit while operating. OL18111 Shut off engine, remove key, and read manual before you adjust or repair unit. OL1812 NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating parts. OL1813 4. Warning! Always stand clear of discharge area. OL1814 Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or bagger is attached. OL1815 5. Caution! • • • • • Maximum Tongue weight: 30 lbs.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts. ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points. DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running. NEVER direct discharge towards persons or property. Thrown objects may ricochet back towards operator.
When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lockopen device. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. Avoid Electric Shock.
ASSEMBLY FIRST TIME USE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. TOOLS REQUIRED • Adjustable wrench • Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease. UNPACK UNIT Remove unit and all other components from the shipping container. Engage transmission bypass lever (see Moving The Unit Manually on page 11). Push unit from container onto a level surface. Disengage transmission bypass lever. GB - 8 1. Install steering wheel. 2. Connect negative battery cable to battery.
OPERATION Safety Interlock System WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. WARNING: Safety interlock failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury. Check system before each use to make sure it is functioning properly. CONTROLS AND FEATURES (FIGURE 3) 1 Perform the following tests to ensure the safety interlock system is working properly. If the unit does not perform as stated, contact your Gravely dealer for repairs.
Throttle Lever (Item 3) 3. Fill fuel tank to 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) below bottom of filler neck. See Specifications on page 25 for fuel tank capacity. 4. Replace fuel cap Move throttle lever to CHOKE to start a cold engine. CHOKE Move throttle lever to FAST position to increase engine speed. OA0002 FAST SLOW Move throttle lever to SLOW position to decrease engine speed. Forward and Reverse Pedal (Item 2) Press front of pedal down to move unit forward. Press rear of pedal down to move unit backward.
4. Put seat down and install detent pin. Mounting Hardware MOVING THE UNIT MANUALLY WARNING: DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission and coast downhill. Disengage transmission bypass lever to drive unit and engage transmission bypass lever to push unit manually (figure 4). 05305700A OA0080 Detent Pin Transmission Bypass Lever Disengaged to Drive Unit Seat Figure 5 TRANSPORTING UNIT Transmission Bypass Lever Engaged to Push Unit Manually ALWAYS turn engine off when transporting on truck or trailer.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE shows the recommended service schedule. Refer to the maintenance instructions in the Engine Manual for additional information. IMPORTANT: Do not place unit on end. NOTE: Use figure 6 to locate items called out in the maintenance schedule. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart 1 2 7 5 6 1. Cooling System 2. Air Filter 3.
Interval Task Check Battery Lubricate Unit 25 Hours or Every Season Action Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables on page 20). Apply grease to two front Zerk wheel zerks, steering gear, and pinion.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE HOOD (927064) Two clamping knobs hold the hood to the unit. Turn clamping knobs counterclockwise to remove and clockwise to install (figure 7). Clamping Knob Hood 2. Disconnect electric clutch connector (item 5). 3. Disconnect guide arms (item 1) from unit. NOTE: Perform step 4 for 28- and 32-inch mower decks. Perform step 5 for 40-inch mower decks. 4.
3 28- and 32-Inch Mower Deck (927060, 062) 1 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Guide Arm PTO Belt Lift Link Mower Deck Electric Clutch Connector 4 5 3 OE0130 Figure 9 LEVELING MOWER DECK AND ADJUSTING MOWER DECK PITCH 5. Check that the mower deck is level. • If mower deck is not level, repeat steps 1 through 4. • If mower deck is level, then adjust mower deck pitch. Adjust on a level surface, with tires inflated to correct air pressure (see Specifications on page 25), and mower lift lever in the middle position.
NOTE: Perform steps 4 through 6 for 28- and 32-inch mower decks. Go to step 7 for 40-inch mower decks. 2 1 2 1 1. Rear Lift Link 2. Rear Trunnion Figure 11 OE0033 1. Front Trunnion 2. Front Lift Link Adjusting Mower Deck Pitch Figure 13 NOTE: The front blade cutting height (item 4) should be 1/16 – 3/8 in. (1.59 – 9.53 mm) lower than the rear blade cutting height (item 6) (figure 12). 1.
3. Remove mower blade (item 2) from clutch (item 1). To Lower Front of Mower Deck Install 1. Install mower blade (item 2) on clutch (item 1). 2. Torque hex bolts (item 5) to 45-55 lbf-ft (61-75 N•m). 40-Inch Mower Deck (Figure 16) NOTE: The 40-inch mower deck has two mower blades. Remove 1. Place mower lift lever in the highest position. 2. Block mower blades (item 3) to prevent rotation. 3. Remove mower blades (item 3) and blade trays (item 2) from spindles (item 1).
SHARPENING MOWER BLADE 4. Install mower blade on unit (see Mower Blade Replacement on page 17). CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen mower blade while on unit. An unbalanced mower blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to unit. Check mower blade balance prior to reinstalling mower blades. NEVER weld or straighten mower blades. 1. Remove mower blade from unit (see Mower Blade Replacement on page 17). Gravely recommends having mower blades sharpened by a professional. Contact your Gravely dealer.
SERVICING THE BATTERY NOTE: Unit comes equipped with a maintenance-free battery that requires no regular maintenance except cleaning terminals. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Battery Removal and Installation (Figure 20) Remove NOTE: Tag and mark wires prior to disconnecting. 1. Remove detent pin (item 2) and tip seat (item 1) forward. 2.
Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables (Figure 20) 1. Remove battery from unit (see Battery Removal and Installation on page 19). 2. Clean or service battery away from unit. Remove corrosion from battery terminals and cable connections with wire brush, then wash with a weak baking soda solution. 3. Install battery on unit (see Battery Removal and Installation on page 19). Charging the Battery (Figure 20) WARNING: FROZEN BATTERIES CAN EXPLODE and result in death or serious injury.
1 1 2 7-5/8 to 7-3/4 in. (19.4 to 19.7 cm) 2 5 3 1. Spindle 2. Tie-Rod 3. Jam Nut Figure 21 3 4 1. Idler Spring 2. Engine Sheave 3. Hydrostatic Belt Figure 22 OA0029 2 4. Hydrostatic Transmission Pulley 5. Idler OA0031 PTO BELT REPLACEMENT HYDROSTATIC BELT REPLACEMENT Remove (Figure 23) Remove (Figure 22) Mower Deck Shown Removed For Clarity 1. Remove PTO belt (see PTO Belt Replacement on page 21). 1 CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension.
2. Pull idler (item 3) towards the outside of the unit and remove PTO belt (item 1) from idler (item 3). 3. Remove PTO belt (item 1) from mower deck pulley and engine sheave (item 4). 2. Pull idler (item 3) towards the outside of the unit and place PTO belt (item 1) on idler (item 3). 3. Slowly release idler (item 3) until PTO belt (item 1) rests firmly against idler (item 3). Install (Figure 23) 1. Install PTO belt (item 1) on engine sheave (item 4) and mower deck pulley.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Safety interlock system is not engaged or is faulty. 2. 3. Engine will not crank/start. 4. 5. Engine runs rough. 6. 7. 1. 2. 3. 1. Unit does not move with engine running 2. when using forward and reverse 3. pedal. CORRECTION 1. Check safety interlock system (see Safety Interlock System on page 9). Fuel tank empty. 2. Fill fuel tank. Discharged battery. 3. Charge battery (see Charging the Battery on page 20). Poor connection between battery 4.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Unit moves 1. The parking brake needs adjustment. with engine off and 2. Faulty parking brake. parking brake engaged. 1. Mower deck not level or mower deck pitch is incorrect. Poor cutting 2. Dull or faulty mower blades. quality. SERVICE PARTS Be sure to always use genuine Gravely parts to keep your unit running like new. Part no.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Description 927060 927062 927064 1028 1232 1440 Engine Manufacturer Engine Power - hp (kW) @Max Governed Engaged RPM Briggs & Stratton 9.5 (7) 9.5 (7) Max Governed Engaged RPM 13.5 (10) 3100 Fuel Tank Capacity - gal. (L) 1.6 (6.06) Starter Electric Transmission Hydrostatic Speed: Forward Max. - mph (km/h) Reverse Max. - mph (km/h) 5.5 (8.85) 2.5 (4.
2-Year Limited Warranty Gravely Division of Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.com GT and GLT Tractors, ZT Mower, PRO 21 Mower, String Trimmer, and Gravely at Home products Gravely Division of Ariens Company (Gravely) warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufactured by Gravely will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase.
GRAVELY’ A Division of Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.