National Mower 99500500-8400, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...03296500 4 08 Printed in USA ENGLISH Owner Operator Manual Model 99500500 8400 Triplex Reel Mower ...

Page 2: ...alement disponibles en téléchargement gratuit sur notre site Web http www ariens com THE MANUAL This manual has been prepared by National Mower as an aid to users for set up operation and servicing parts Additional information will gladly be furnished by calling or writing the company Please furnish us with the Model number Serial number and date of purchase when contacting us about your machine D...

Page 3: ...mmended lubrication and maintenance Advise customer on adjustments 5 Instruct customer on controls and operation of unit Discuss and emphasize the Safety Rules Advise customer to thoroughly read and understand all operating manuals supplied with the unit DISCLAIMER reserves the right to discontinue make changes to and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligati...

Page 4: ...ponents by unauthorized personnel may result in severe fines or penalties Emission controls and components can only be adjusted by EPA and or CARB authorized service centers Contact your National Mower retailer concerning emission controls and component questions SAFETY DECALS National Mower has provided decals in many locations throughout the machine to aid the operator in identifying controlling...

Page 5: ...s over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a larger percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Read the entire Owner Operator manual and other training material If the operator or...

Page 6: ... NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces Always stand clear of the discharge area ALWAYS disengage PTO stop unit and engine remove key engage parking brake and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator s position Never engag...

Page 7: ...ut off fuel when transporting unit 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 pressure slowly from components with stored energy NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is running except where specifically recommended Stop engine remove key or spar...

Page 8: ...operation See STARTING THE ENGINE on page 11 for complete starting information Hour Meter The hour meter 2 Figure 1 indicates the number of hours the tractor has been operated It can be used to keep track of maintenance intervals and the amount of time required to perform various tasks The hour meter operates whenever the ignition key is in the on position Amp Meter The amp meter 3 Figure 1 indica...

Page 9: ...ain allow a full range of forward speeds Wing Mower Lift Positioning the wing mower lift lever 8 Figure 1 will lower the side mowing units to the ground Pulling lever back and over center holds the mowers off the ground Always keep mowers up when not mowing or transporting Keep mower down during storage Parking Brake A convenient parking brake 9 Figure 1 is located just below the right side of the...

Page 10: ...tank when unit is sitting on a level surface 6 Check reels for desired cutting height To provide a satisfactory cut it is essential for all reels to be accurately adjusted to exactly the same height See HEIGHT OF CUT ADJUSTMENT on page 18 NOTE If adjustments are necessary see SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 16 for instructions OPERATING SUGGESTIONS Engine Your machine is powered by a twin cylinder...

Page 11: ...t If engine does not start within this time release the key and wait for a few minutes before trying again 8 Push choke control in as engine warms up or immediately if engine is warm DRIVING THE TRACTOR 1 Position throttle at full throttle or slightly less for optimum power and reel speed 2 Release parking brake 9 Figure 1 3 Moving forward Push the toe of the traction pedal forward with the ball o...

Page 12: ...f tipping the least dangerous method of operating on hills and terraces is to travel horizontally to the hill It is also advisable to avoid any unnecessary turns while operating on hills Use extreme caution and travel at reduced speeds 1 When operating on hillsides or slopes maintain full engine speed but let up on the traction pedal as power requirements increase This will maintain the performanc...

Page 13: ...as shown 4 Position rear mower clutch guard 7 Figure 5 over rear mower shaft and pulley area and fasten right side to support 8 Figure 5 with a 1 4 20 x 1 2 round head slotted screw Secure rear flange of guard with 2 1 4 20 x 1 2 hex head cap screws lock washers and nuts Check Tire Pressure SEAT 1 Fasten seat slide assembly studs 1 Figure 7 into slotted holes in hinge mounting plate 2 Figure 7 fou...

Page 14: ...g wheel cap 3 Figure 9 from steering wheel 4 Figure 9 3 Assemble steering wheel onto shaft positioning the steering wheel cross bars parallel when the front tires are in the straight ahead position and secure with the nut and washer Replace steering wheel cap Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 ...

Page 15: ...he tractor 2 Attach it to attachment tab 3 Figure 12 located on the middle of the front edge of the wing mower using a 3 8 24 x 1 3 4 bolt two 3 8 flat washers and two 3 8 24 lock nuts 3 Place bolt through the ends of the chain so that lock nuts on each side of attachment tab allow chain to move freely between the flat washers 4 Remove the cap screw 4 Figure 12 closest to the inside of the tractor...

Page 16: ...tach the ground wire last to the negative terminal of the battery Read each instruction completely and make sure you understand it before making any adjustments Follow all the safety precautions TRACTION PEDAL ADJUSTMENTS The traction pedal 1 Figure 15 is equipped with a safety switch 2 Figure 15 and a neutral centering device The switch prevents the engine from starting when the pedal is position...

Page 17: ... with the lock nut will limit the pedal travel Swing the speed control away from the traction pedal to allow a full range of forward speeds WING MOWER BELT TENSION Proper belt tension allows mowers to be driven without slippage but with belt loose enough to be deflected slightly at a point midway between pulleys An overly tight belt will cause excessive belt wear Never allow oil or grease to get o...

Page 18: ... required place a board or other gage plate of desired thickness on a smooth flat surface under each bedknife back bar 1 Figure 22 and adjust the roller height accordingly REEL TO BEDKNIFE ADJUSTMENT The reel is adjusted to a fixed position bedknife This makes a more rugged and durable frame and retains proper adjustment longer The reel adjuster bolt 5 Figure 17 regulates the reel distance from th...

Page 19: ...eel to bedknife clearance see REEL TO BEDKNIFE ADJUSTMENT on page 18 1 Make sure to adjust the reel to the bedknife so that the reel is parallel with the bedknife and light contact is maintained 2 Reels must be run in reverse direction to be lapped Remove drive belts and attach a backlapping machine to the reel Follow the instructions furnished by the backlapping machine manufacturer 3 With reel r...

Page 20: ...iciency grind bedknife top and front edges at 5 see Figure 20 LAPPING COMPOUND See your authorized Dealer to order these lapping compounds Lapping Compound 80 Grit 1 lb 80 Grit 11 lb 80 Grit 25 lb 100 Grit 10 lb 120 Grit 11 lb 120 Grit 25 lb 180 Grit 11 lb 180 Grit 1 lb 180 Grit 25 lb 220 Grit 1lb 220 Grit 25 lb 02841500 59501400 59501700 02071600 59501500 59501800 59501600 02841600 59501900 02841...

Page 21: ...s 8 Apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or chassis lubricant to terminals and cable ends after assembly to prevent corrosion CHARGING A BATTERY Charge battery only in a well vented location away from sparks or open flame 1 Remove the battery from the tractor before charging 2 Be sure charger is off 3 Connect charger leads to battery Connect the positive connector from the charger to the positive...

Page 22: ...onnections are kept clean and properly secured 1 Check switches regularly to be sure they are kept clean and operating correctly 2 Keep wire harness and all individual wires away from moving parts hot parts or sharp edges This will prevent abrasive wear or potential short circuits 3 Exercise extreme care when working with electrical system HYDRAULIC HOSES Hydraulic hose and tube lines should be in...

Page 23: ...tension To ease replacement and prevent misalignment of components you may wish to clamp the leading edge of the backbar two or three places before removing the old fasteners 2 Remove shoulder nuts 3 Figure 22 and flathead screws 4 Figure 22 If shoulder nuts are badly rusted or corroded they may have to be cut off and the screws driven out 3 Clean the bottom surface of the backbar for maximum meta...

Page 24: ...GB 24 Symbols Figure 23 GREASE Lithium base or Equivalent OIL Light machine oil ...

Page 25: ...y Axle Yoke Grease Lithium 2 7 25 Neutral Return Pivot Grease Lithium 1 8 25 Front Axle Pivot Grease Lithium 1 9 25 Upper Countershaft Bearing Grease Lithium 2 10 Daily Pedal Support Bearing Grease Lithium 2 11 Daily Roller Bracket Bushing Grease Lithium 6 12 25 Rear Mower Pull Yoke Pivot Grease Lithium 1 13 Daily Rear Mower Countershaft Grease Lithium 2 14 25 Rear Mower Lifter Bracket Pivot Greas...

Page 26: ... vehicle so that the load is off the tires If it is not jacked up check the tires at regular intervals and re inflate as necessary to keep them at the recommended maximum pressure Indicated on tire s side wall 3 Store the vehicle so that the tires are protected from sunlight STARTING THE ENGINE AFTER STORAGE If mower is cold move the mower to a heat location and allow it to come to room temperatur...

Page 27: ...k electrical wiring and safety switch operation Check wiring or check traction pedal neutral safety switch and adjust to allow current flow from the S terminal to the starter solenoid TRACTOR WILL NOT MOVE Check that parking brake is not engaged Check towing free wheeling valve to see that it is fully closed in the down position Check the linkage from the traction pedal to the pump control mechani...

Page 28: ...se Hand operated Throttle and Choke Controls Free wheeling Tow Valve Electric Clutch for Cutting Units Hand operated Parking Brake Battery Type Exide Model 70 LT 60 Group Size 70 12 V Side Post 7 3 16 18 cm Height 6 3 4 17 cm Width 8 5 8 22 cm Length Cutting Unit Unit 3 30 76 m Long Reels Reels 8 20 3 cm Diameter 6 or 8 Blade Bearings Timken Tapered Roller Bedknife 13 x 64 x 2 with Upturned Lip of...

Page 29: ...e war ranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days after the date of pur chase An authorized Gravely Turf Locke Turf or National Mower dealer will repair or replace any such part or accessory free of charge except for labor during that period If any product is rented or leased then the duration of these warranties shall be 90 days after the date of purchase Ex...

Page 30: ...e to time change the design of its products Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Ariens to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES Ariens Company s liability under this warranty and under any implied warranty that may...

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