Exmark M217B - Manual (Page 5)

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Contents
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Specifications 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Operating Practices 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Operation 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
While Operating 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance And Storage 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals 5 . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Handle 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Gas Tank 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Discharge Tunnel Plug 6 . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gasoline 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tips 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and Stopping 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Discharge Tunnel Plug 8 . . . . . . . . . .
Using Grass Bag 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Height-of-Cut 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mulching Tips 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Air Cleaner 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Spark Plug 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draining Gasoline 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Crankcase Oil and Filter 12 . . . . . .
Adjusting Throttle 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Cooling System 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Wheel Drive 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting, Removing, Sharpening Blade 13 .
Lubrication 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating Gear Case 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Blade Brake Cable 14 . . . . . . . . . . .
Servicing Wheels 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Mower 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figures 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
Model Number: M217B, M217BSP
Engine: Briggs and Stratton 6.5HP OHV
3000 RPM (No load)
Fuel System:
Capacity: 4.0 qt. (3.8 L)
Fuel filter: Replaceable inline
Transmission:
3 speeds forward
Speed range:
First 1.8 mph (2.9 km/h)
Second 2.7 mph (4.3 km/h)
Third 3.8 mph (6.1 km/h)
Cutting Width: 21”
Cutting Height:
Adjusts in 1/2” (1.3 cm) increments from .75”
(1.9 cm) to 3.25” (8.3 cm)
Grass Catcher Capacity 2.5 Bu. (88 L)
Weight:
M217B 88 lbs. (39.9 kg)
M217BSP 105 lbs. (47.6 kg)
Safety
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product correctly. Reading this
manual will help you and others avoid personal injury
and damage to the product. Although Exmark
designs, produces and markets safe, state-of-the-art
products, you are responsible for using the product
properly and safely. You are also responsible for
training persons who you allow to use the product
about safe operation.
The Exmark warning system in this manual identifies
potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.