Gravely 992252, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...d éthanol E10 ou de 10 de MTBE annulent la garantie 992252 Pro Turn 260 SN 040000 992253 Pro Turn 252 SN 040000 992254 Pro Turn 260 SN 040000 992255 Pro Turn 272 SN 040000 992256 Pro Turn 252 EFI SN 040000 992257 Pro Turn 260 EFI SN 040000 992259 Pro Turn 252 EFI CARB SN 040000 992260 Pro Turn 260 EFI CARB SN 040000 992261 Pro Turn 252 EFI SN 040000 992262 Pro Turn 260 EFI SN 040000 992263 Pro Tur...

Page 2: ...covered by a separate manual specific to the engine This manual is included in the literature package that shipped with the unit Refer to this manual for engine service recommendations If the engine manual is not available contact the engine manufacturer for a replacement manual SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS When ordering publications replacement parts or making service inquiries know the model an...

Page 3: ... Card and return the card to Gravely 4 Explain Limited Warranty Policy 5 Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance Advise customer on adjustments Instruct customer on controls and operation of unit Discuss and emphasize the Safety Precautions Give customer this Owner Operator and the engine manual Advise customer to thoroughly read and understand them Customer Note Your Dealer has been provi...

Page 4: ...er to Figure 2 for safety decal locations SAFETY WARNING This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents Operation on all slopes requires extra caution Tragic accidents can occur...

Page 5: ...800401 Figure 2 1 2 5 3 6 7 4 8 9 3 1 DANGER DANGER Read and understand the operator s manual before operating unit 1 1 Amputation Hazard To avoid amputation hazard do not put hands near rotating blades To avoid amputation hazard do not put hands near moving belts Keep hands away from all rotating or moving parts ...

Page 6: ...oid tipping hazard DO NOT operate on slopes over 15 DO NOT operate on slopes over 15 1 4 Service Hazard Before servicing unit do the following Read owners manual before servicing or making adjustments to unit Set parking brake Remove key and disconnect spark plug before servicing or making adjustments to unit 1 5 Bystander Hazard DO NOT operate the unit in the presence of bystanders Do not carry p...

Page 7: ...ds or feet under deck or shielded areas Shut off engine remove key and read manual before servicing or making adjustments to unit Keep children and others away from unit while unit is in operation Keep feet and hands away from all rotating or moving parts DO NOT step or stand in this area 4 DANGER Discharge Hazard NEVER operate unit without discharge chute in operating position Thrown objects can ...

Page 8: ...re If equipped with seat platform Do not operate machine without seat platform pins in place or locks engaged ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE To maintain operator protection and roll bar certification Replace a damaged roll bar do NOT attempt to repair or modify Any alteration of the roll bar must be approved by the manufacturer DO NOT exceed the machine weight rating of the roll bar 8 DANGER DANGER...

Page 9: ...suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Never allow children to operate the machine Use extreme care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Personal Protection DO NOT wear loo...

Page 10: ...operly Never modify or remove safety devices Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Slow down before turning If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before restarting Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blade s se...

Page 11: ... machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a water or space heater or other appliances Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Never fuel the machine indoors Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to...

Page 12: ...e manufacturer Service Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Keep unit free of debris Clean up oil or fuel spills ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance Release any pneumatic or hydraulic pressure from components slowly NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is running except wh...

Page 13: ...nk See Filling Fuel Tank on page 20 IMPORTANT Refer to engine manual for fuel type 13 Inspect Hardware Check for loose hardware 14 Check Safety Interlock System Check to see that the interlock system operates correctly See Safety Interlock System on page 16 15 Lubrication Lubricate all fittings per maintenance label under seat and check hydrostat oil level See Maintenance Schedule on page 23 16 Re...

Page 14: ...et at factory has been maintained See Leveling the Mower Deck on page 38 18 Check Function of all Controls Ensure unit runs and performs properly WARNING FAILURE OF CONTROLS could result in death or serious injury Transport Position Operating Position Figure 3 ...

Page 15: ...O Switch 9 Battery 10 Fuel Control Lever 11 Mower Lift Pedal 12 Mower Deck 13 Seat Adjustment Lever 14 Parking Brake Lever 15 Transaxle Bypass Valve 16 Oil Pressure Light 17 Service Engine Light Models 992256 257 259 260 261 262 263 264 18 Height of Cut HOC Adjustment Bar 19 Roll Over Protection Structure ROPS CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1 2 3 9 10 11 12 13 7 6 5 16 8 4 15 Figure 4 14 18 19 17 ...

Page 16: ...de Test Steering Levers PTO Parking Brake Seat Plate Engine STARTING INTERLOCK 1 Neutral Off Engaged Operate position Starts 2 Forward Neutral Reverse On Engaged or disengaged Operate or service position Does not Start 3 Forward Neutral Reverse On or Off Disengaged Operate or service position Does not Start 4 Forward Neutral Reverse On or Off Engaged or disengaged Operate or service position Does ...

Page 17: ...e ROPS lock pins from the hinge plate 2 Raise the center bar into up position 3 Install the ROPS lock pins in the hinge plate and secure with the hair pins 4 Tighten anti rattle knobs until threads place tension on upper bar Do not overtighten NOTICE Return the center bar to the raised position when clear of obstacles Parking Brake Interlock System With the parking brake engaged the steering lever...

Page 18: ...rease engine speed Move the lever to Slow 2 to decrease engine speed Transaxle Bypass Valves The unit can be moved without the engine running by bypassing the transaxles The bypass valves 1 are located on the transaxles near the rear tires See To Push The Unit on page 22 NOTICE Make sure both transaxles are set to neutral before pushing the unit IMPORTANT DO NOT tow the unit Transport the unit on ...

Page 19: ... Position on page 25 Arm Rest Height Figure 6 The arm rests can be adjusted for height to accomodate operator preference Mount the arm rests in the upper mounting holes for a lower arm rest height Mount the arm rests in the lower mounting holes for a higher arm rest height Arm Rest Angle Figure 6 The arm rests can also be adjusted for arm angle Turn the height adjustment knob item 1 counter clockw...

Page 20: ...l Presets Hour meter is preset for recommended service intervals Hydraulic oil and filter First 75 hours every 400 hours thereafter Engine oil and filter First 25 hours every 100 hours thereafter NOTICE The preset engine oil service intervals in the hour meter are normal recommended intervals Specific engine manufacturer s recommendations may vary FILLING FUEL TANK To add fuel to the fuel tank 1 M...

Page 21: ...edule 4 Check Tire Pressure See Specifications on page 43 for correct tire pressure 5 Check Hydraulic Fluid Level See Check Hydraulic Fluid Level on page 27 6 Adjust Seat Be sure all controls can be reached safely from operator s position See Seat Adjustments on page 19 7 Set Cutting Height Make sure the deck is set to the correct cutting height See Mower Lift Pedal on page 18 STARTING AND SHUT OF...

Page 22: ...o neutral Turn off PTO 2 Move the throttle lever to the Slow position 3 Engage the parking brake 4 Lower the attachment 5 Turn the ignition key to the Off position and remove the key TO PUSH THE UNIT Place the transaxles in bypass mode to move the unit with the engine off NOTICE Make sure both transaxles are set to neutral before pushing the unit IMPORTANT DO NOT tow the unit Transport the unit on...

Page 23: ...itions heavy loads high ambient temperatures dusty conditions or airborne debris See the maintenance instructions in the Engine Manual for additional information Figure 7 Bypass Position Run Position MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING AVOID INJURY Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding Period Service Task Each Use Check Safety Interlock WARNING Safety interlock system failure and im...

Page 24: ...Perform scheduled engine maintenance Refer to engine manual for detailed instructions Every 25 Hours Check Mower Blades Check mower blades for wear Sharpen or replace as needed See Carbon Canister Filter on page 28 Every 50 Hours Check Air FIlter Check air filter for dirt Clean as required Follow Engine Manual for maintenance schedule Lubricate Unit Oil all pivot points and pin connections Grease ...

Page 25: ...the top of the upper bearing 4 Reinstall the grease cap Lubricate Caster Wheel Bearings 1 Shut off unit wait for all moving parts to stop remove key and engage parking brake 2 Remove wheel from fork 3 Remove end caps from wheel hub 4 Apply grease through fitting until grease squeezes through the seal in the wheel hub 5 Wipe off excess grease 6 Reinstall end caps onto hub 7 Reinstall wheel into for...

Page 26: ...in the oil use the oil drain hose supplied with unit not the drain plug that is shown in the engine manual HYDRAULIC FLUID Figure 8 1 Seat Latch 2 Service Position 2 1 WARNING HYDRAULIC FLUID can result in severe burns Fluid in hydraulic system can penetrate skin and result in serious injury or death Be sure to stop the engine before doing any work on hydraulic parts Keep body and hands away from ...

Page 27: ... to drain completely 5 After the oil has drained from the unit replace the bottom oil fill vent port plug and then remove the oil filter 6 Clean the filter mounting surface and then lubricate rubber gasket on new oil filter with clean hydraulic oil 7 Spin new oil filter onto filter housing until it makes contact Tighten oil filter another 3 4 turn 8 Install the filter cover removed in step 3 Tight...

Page 28: ...2 1 Check the carbon canister filter for debris accumulation every time the unit is filled with fuel Remove any buildup 2 Clean or replace the carbon canister filter whenever the engine air filter is cleaned or replaced MOWER BLADES Remove 1 Turn the engine off Remove the ignition key Disconnect spark plug wires 2 Remove the bolts bevel washers and blades from the spindle assemblies Replace 1 Inst...

Page 29: ...tenance except cleaning the terminals Remove Battery 1 Shut off engine Engage parking brake Remove the ignition key 2 Place seat in the service position See Service Position on page 25 3 Disconnect cables from battery negative then positive Figure 16 4 Remove hold down bracket and remove battery Replace Battery 1 Replace battery and secure with hold down bracket 2 Reconnect cables to battery posit...

Page 30: ...rding to charger and battery manufacturers instructions 5 Replace battery See Replace Battery on page 29 Jump Starting Gravely does not recommend jump starting your unit Jump starting can damage engine and electrical system components See your engine manual for more detailed information ELECTRICAL SERVICE Replacing Fuses IMPORTANT AVOID DAMAGE When replacing fuses use only replacements with the sa...

Page 31: ... nuts on each ball joint 13 Reinstall drive wheels Adjusting Transaxle Neutral Figure 18 NOTICE If neutral cannot be set adjusting the steering linkages the neutral mechanism on the transaxle may need to be adjusted Follow steps 1 6 in Eliminating Excessive Creeping of the Unit on page 30 1 If a hub moves adjust the return to neutral mechanism on the hydraulic pump a Shut off the engine b Disconne...

Page 32: ...and angle adjustment bolt 3 Rotate the steering lever assembly to desired forward lever position 4 Tighten hardware IMPORTANT Ensure that both levers are aligned and do not make contact with each other Adjust Lever Height Figure 20 and 21 1 Shut off engine Remove the ignition key 2 Remove pivot bolt and angle adjustment bolt from steering lever assembly and remove steering lever assembly 3 Positio...

Page 33: ...mission bypass valves to the neutral position See To Push The Unit on page 22 2 Push the unit forward If the unit easily rolls forward the transmission brakes are not fully engaging Adjust the brake actuator travel to set the brake Adjust the Parking Brake 1 Engage the parking brake 2 Loosen the jam nuts on the rear of the compression spring until there is no tension on the spring Then tighten the...

Page 34: ...em 2 from right blade sheave and from deck Idler pivot bolt must be loosened slightly to gain clearance to remove belt from under idler pulley 6 Arrange new mower belt s on deck short belt first Retighten short mower belt idler pivot bolt Install belts on sheaves Put belts onto center sheave last NOTICE The PTO idler spring length range is 12 1 4 12 1 2 31 31 8 cm measured at a 3 1 2 8 9 cm cuttin...

Page 35: ... 1 2 4 7 6 5 3 3 8 Model 992255 Figure 26 1 PTO Mower Belt 2 Mower Drive Belt 3 Springs 4 Mower Drive Belt Idler 5 PTO Mower Belt Idler 6 Mower Clutch Sheave 7 Center Sheave 8 Belt Guide Bolt Models 992252 253 254 256 257 259 260 261 262 263 264 1 6 5 8 7 2 3 4 3 Figure 27 The PTO idler spring length range is 12 1 4 12 1 2 31 31 8 cm measured at a 3 1 2 8 9 cm cutting height Adjust as necessary Me...

Page 36: ...ller Adjustment The anti scalp rollers are set at the factory for typical mowing height but can be adjusted for high or low cutting conditions Figure 29 Anti Scalp rollers are intended to prevent lawn scalping not to control cutting height For a very high cutting height set the anti scalp rollers in the lowest position on the bracket For a very low cutting height set the anti scalp rollers in the ...

Page 37: ... 4 Remove hardware 5 retaining mower lift links 2 from mower lift arms 5 Remove the rear mower mounting pins 4 connecting the mower mounting arms 3 to the deck 6 Slide mower deck out from under unit Installing the Mower Deck Figure 31 1 Slide mower deck under unit 2 Connect rear mower mounting arms to deck with mower mounting pins WARNING AVOID INJURY Mower lift arms and mower lift pedal could cau...

Page 38: ...e distance between the ground and the cutting edge of the middle blade at the front of the deck Front position in Figure 32 and between the ground the cutting edge of the left and right blades at the rear of the deck Rear position in Figure 32 8 The cutting edge at the front of the deck Front position in Figure 32 should be 1 8 3 2 mm lower than the cutting edges at the rear of the deck Rear posit...

Page 39: ... breakage or damage Keep all nuts bolts and screws properly tightened and know unit is in safe working condition Store unit in a cool dry protected area LONG TERM Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pressure water and lubricate See ELECTRICAL SERVICE on page 30 in Maintenance Touch up all scratched painted surfaces Remove weight from wheels by positioning blocks under frame or axle Clean ...

Page 40: ...urn fuel valve on after adding fuel stabilizer 4 Re start engine 5 Run the engine outdoors for 1 minute to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor 6 Slow the engine to an idle speed 7 Repeat step 1 To Take the Unit Out of Storage 1 Refer to the engine service manual to prepare the engine for service 2 Put fresh clean fuel in the fuel tank 3 Begin the mai...

Page 41: ...nual 5 Refer to Engine Manual or see your Gravely Dealer Oil pressure light is on 1 Oil pressure is low 1 Refer to Engine Manual Engine continues to run when ignition key is in the off position 1 Ignition ground wire disconnected 2 Ignition switch failure 1 Connect ground wire to clean metal surface 2 Replace ignition switch see your Gravely Dealer PTO or mower blades do not engage or shut off 1 O...

Page 42: ...s use genuine Gravely parts to keep your unit running like new Part No Qty Description 21545400 1 Air Filter Outer Kawasaki 21537000 1 Air Filter Outer Kohler 21545300 1 Air Filter Inner Kawaski 21536900 1 Air Filter Inner Kohler 21535800 1 Engine Oil Filter Kawasaki 21397200 1 Engine Oil Filter Kohler EFI 21536100 2 Spark Plug Kawasaki 21544000 2 Spark Plug Kohler EFI Models 992261 262 263 264 21...

Page 43: ... 49 Transmission Type Hydrostatic Drive Transmission Oil Use 15W 50 synthetic motor oil Gravely p n 00057100 or equivalent Hydraulic Oil Filter Yes Size and Weight Length in cm 80 0 203 2 Width in cm With Discharge Chute Without Discharge Chute 75 0 190 5 63 0 160 0 67 5 171 5 55 5 141 0 75 0 190 5 63 0 160 0 Height in cm ROPS Extended ROPS Folded 70 177 8 47 75 121 3 Weight lbs kg 1380 626 0 1315...

Page 44: ...e Hydrostatic Drive Transmission Oil Use 15W 50 synthetic motor oil Gravely p n 00057100 or equivalent Hydraulic Oil Filter Yes Size and Weight Length in cm 81 8 207 8 80 0 203 2 Width in cm With Discharge Chute Without Discharge Chute 87 221 0 75 190 5 67 5 171 5 55 5 141 0 75 0 190 5 63 0 160 0 Height in cm ROPS Extended ROPS Folded 70 177 8 47 75 121 3 Weight lbs kg 1410 639 6 1317 597 4 1360 6...

Page 45: ... 49 Transmission Type Hydrostatic Drive Transmission Oil Use 15W 50 synthetic motor oil Gravely p n 00057100 or equivalent Hydraulic Oil Filter Yes Size and Weight Length in cm 80 0 203 2 Width in cm With Discharge Chute Without Discharge Chute 67 5 171 5 55 5 141 0 75 0 190 5 63 0 160 0 67 5 171 5 55 5 141 0 Height in cm ROPS Extended ROPS Folded 70 177 8 47 75 121 3 Weight lbs kg 1317 597 4 1360...

Page 46: ...n Type Hydrostatic Drive Transmission Oil Use 15W 50 synthetic motor oil Gravely p n 00057100 or equivalent Hydraulic Oil Filter Yes Size and Weight Length in cm 80 0 203 2 Width in cm With Discharge Chute Without Discharge Chute 75 0 190 5 63 0 160 0 67 5 171 5 55 5 141 0 75 0 190 5 63 0 160 0 Height in cm ROPS Extended ROPS Folded 70 177 8 47 75 121 3 Weight lbs kg 1360 616 9 1317 597 4 1360 616...

Page 47: ...uch repair or replacement will be free of charge labor and parts to the original purchaser except as noted below Special Extensions The chart below details special extensions to this warranty Warranty Code Product Group Warranty Period Consumer Use Warranty Period Commercial Use CA Pro Turn 100 200 Pro Master Compact Pro Pro Stance Pro Ride Pro Walk Mowers Pro Zoom etc 3 Years 2 Years CB Turf Mowi...

Page 48: ...they are noted in the Limitations section above lubricants spark plugs oil oil filters air filters fuel filters brake linings brake arms brake shoes skid shoes scraper blades shear bolts mower blades mower vanes brushes headlights light bulbs knives cutters Any misuse alteration improper assembly improper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered by this warranty Use of g...

Page 49: ...nt of any defective part Ariens Company shall not be liable for incidental special or consequential damages including lost profits Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW The following applies solely to warranties subject to Subsection 102 1 of the Australian Consumer Law Our goo...

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