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Exmark Quest QST24BE522 User Manual

Exmark Quest QST24BE522
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on the purchase of your new Exmark equipment. This produc t has been c arefu lly designed and
manufac tured to give you a m aximum amount of dependability and years of trouble-free operation. If additional inform at ion
is needed, or should you require trained mechanic servic e, contact your authorized Exmark equipment dealer or distributor.
If you need to order replacement parts from your dealer, always give the model number and serial number of your equipment
as well as the part number , descript ion and quantity of the part needed.
The Serial No. plate is locat ed on the back left side of the s eat box. For eas e of ordering and reference, we suggest
record the information requested in the following identification table. that you
Place Model No. and Serial No. Label Here
(Included in Literature Pack)
or Fill in Below
Model No.
Serial No.
Engine Model No. and Spec. No. (Code)
Engine Serial No. (E/No)
Date Purchased
Part No. 109-6232 Rev B
For Serial Nos.
670,000 & Higher

Table of Contents

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Exmark Quest QST24BE522 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine ManufacturerBriggs & Stratton
Engine TypeSingle cylinder
Engine Power24 HP
Cutting Height1.5 - 4.5 inches
Deck MaterialSteel
Deck TypeFabricated
TransmissionHydrostatic
Blade Tip Speed18, 500 fpm
Warranty3 years
Cutting Width52 inches
Fuel Capacity3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity3 gallons

Summary

Introduction

Safety Warnings

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning regarding chemicals in engine exhaust known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Specifications

Operator Controls

Steering and Motion Control

Controls for speed, direction, and steering of drive wheels.

PTO Switch

Engages electric clutch to drive mower blades.

Parking Brake Lever

Lever to engage the parking brake.

Deck Height Adjustment

Adjusts cutting height using a pin and foot pedal.

Seat Features

Describes seat type, mounting, and armrests.

Hydrostatic Ground Drive

Details the dual Hydro Gear ZT2800 drive systems and speeds.

Tire and Wheel Specifications

Cutting Deck Specifications

Machine Dimensions

Torque Requirements

Safety

Safe Operating Practices

General safety instructions for operating the mower safely.

General Operation Safety

Rules for safe operation, handling, and awareness.

Slope Operation

Children Safety

Towing Information

Service and Maintenance

Safe Gasoline Handling

Precautions for handling gasoline safely due to flammability.

General Service Procedures

Routine service checks and guidelines for equipment care.

Exmark Riding Mower Safety

Slope Chart

Safety and Instructional Decals

Belt Routing Diagrams

Product Overview

Controls

Ignition Switch Operation

How to use the ignition switch for starting, running, and stopping the engine.

Blade Control Switch

Function of the PTO switch for engaging/disengaging mower blades.

Choke Control

How to use the choke for starting a cold engine.

Throttle Control

Adjusting engine speed using the throttle lever.

Motion Control & Parking Brake

Operation of speed-sensitive levers and the parking brake.

Height-of-Cut Foot Lever

Adjusting the mower deck cutting height using a foot pedal.

Operation

Think Safety First

Emphasizes reading safety instructions and decals to prevent injury.

Recommended Gasoline

Specifies the type of gasoline required and warnings about fuel use.

Checking Engine Oil Level

Starting the Engine

Operating the Blades

Stopping the Engine

Safety Interlock System

Understanding Safety Interlock

Testing Safety Interlock

Driving Forward/Backward

Forward Operation

Backward Operation

Stopping the Machine Procedure

Tracking Adjustment

Adjusting Cutting Height

Positioning the Seat

Adjusting Motion Control Levers

Adjusting Lever Tilt

Pushing Machine by Hand

Side Discharge Operation

Operating Tips

First Time Lawn Cutting

Tips for cutting a lawn for the first time to avoid scalping.

Cutting Grass Blade Percentage

Recommendation to cut no more than 1/3 of the grass blade.

Mowing Direction

Advice on alternating mowing direction for grass health.

Mowing Intervals

Guidance on how often to mow based on grass growth.

Cutting Speed

Importance of slower ground speed for better cut quality.

Avoiding Cutting Too Low

How to set cutting height to avoid uneven turf.

Mowing Long Grass

Procedures for cutting grass that has grown too long.

Stopping Mid-Mow

How to avoid grass clumps when stopping the mower.

Cleaning Mower Underside

Blade Maintenance

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

A schedule of maintenance tasks based on operating hours or time intervals.

Premaintenance Procedures

Raising the Seat

Accessing the Battery

Lubrication

Greasing the Bearings

Instructions for greasing front caster pivots and wheels.

Engine Maintenance

Servicing the Air Cleaner

Procedure for checking, cleaning, and replacing the air cleaner element.

Servicing Paper Element

Specifics on checking and replacing the air cleaner paper element.

Servicing the Engine Oil

How to check and change the engine oil and filter.

Checking Engine Oil Level

Changing Oil and Filter

Checking Hydraulic Oil Level

Changing Hydraulic System Filter

Servicing the Spark Plug

Removing the Spark Plug

Checking the Spark Plug

Cleaning Blower Housing

Fuel System Maintenance

Replacing the Fuel Filter

Procedure for replacing the fuel filter after 100 operating hours or yearly.

Electrical System Maintenance

Removing the Battery

Steps for safely disconnecting and removing the mower battery.

Charging the Battery

Guidelines for charging the battery and battery maintenance for storage.

Installing the Battery

Servicing Fuses and Relay

Drive System Maintenance

Checking Tire Pressure

Importance of maintaining correct tire pressure for even cutting.

Mower Maintenance

Servicing the Cutting Blades

Guidelines for inspecting, sharpening, and replacing mower blades.

Checking for Bent Blades

Checking Loose Blades/Washers

Removing the Blades

Installing the Blades

Sharpening the Blades

Leveling the Mower Deck

Adjusting Blade Slope

Removing the Mower Deck

Mower Belt Maintenance

Inspecting the Belts

How to check belts for wear, damage, or cracks.

Replacing the Mower Belt

Steps for replacing the mower drive belt.

Replacing Discharge Deflector

Cleaning

Washing Mower Underside

How to wash the underside of the mower to prevent grass buildup.

Storage

Cleaning and Storage

Procedures for cleaning and preparing the mower for storage.

Troubleshooting

Engine Overheating

Possible causes and corrective actions for engine overheating.

Starter Not Cranking

Troubleshooting steps if the starter motor does not engage.

Engine Start/Run Issues

Solutions for problems with starting or keeping the engine running.

Engine Loses Power

Machine Does Not Drive

Abnormal Vibration

Uneven Cutting Height/Quality

Blades Do Not Rotate

Schematics

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