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Gravely Promaster 460 User Manual

Gravely Promaster 460
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Owner/Operator Manual
Model
989057
989306
Promaster 460
08470700C 1/02
Supercedes 08470700, A-B
Printed in USA

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Gravely Promaster 460 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGravely
ModelPromaster 460
CategoryLawn and Garden Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION

THE MANUAL

Provides understanding of safety instructions and controls during operation and maintenance.

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

Information on ordering parts and making service inquiries for your unit and engine.

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Advises against using non-Gravely parts to avoid performance issues, safety risks, and warranty voiding.

DISCLAIMER

States Gravely's right to change products without notice and that manual specs were effective at printing.

Publication and Service Part List

Details how to order parts through a Gravely Dealer.

DELIVERY

Customer responsibilities if product was not fully assembled or instructed by retailer.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Explains the importance of filling out and returning the warranty registration card.

SECTION 2: SAFETY

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Explains the meaning and use of safety alert symbols to draw attention to hazards.

SIGNAL WORDS

Defines DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signal words used with safety alerts.

PRACTICES AND LAWS

Encourages safe working precautions, awareness of conditions, and adherence to local rules.

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Emphasizes the need for proper training, especially when the unit is loaned, rented, or sold.

SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS

Instructs to always replace damaged safety decals and refers to locations in Figure 3.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Covers responsible operators, drugs, alcohol, safety gear, gloves, footwear, goggles, sharp edges, entanglement.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY

Details safe distances, no riders, tip-overs, thrown objects, and hazardous slopes.

SECTION 3: ASSEMBLY

DEALER PREPARATION

Information for the dealer and customer to review regarding unit preparation and delivery.

Tools Required

Lists the necessary tools for assembly, such as sockets and wrenches.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the Promaster 460 package.

Assembly

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the steering wheel and seat.

SECTION 4: OPERATION

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Locates and explains the function of various controls and features on the unit.

SEAT

Details the seat's adjustment features for position and operator weight.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Explains the importance and function of the safety interlock system for safe operation.

THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER

Describes how to use the throttle control lever for engine speed and operation.

DIRECTIONAL CONTROL PEDAL

Explains how to operate the unit forward and backward using the directional pedal.

BRAKE LOCK ARM

Describes the function of the brake lock arm for parking and transport.

PARKING BRAKE

Instructions for engaging and disengaging the parking brake for safety.

PTO CONTROL LEVER

Explains how to engage and disengage the power take-off (PTO) for attachments.

HYDRAULIC LIFT LEVER

Details how to use the hydraulic lift lever to raise, lower, and position attachments.

RANGE SELECT LEVER

Explains how to select speed ranges for mowing or transport.

DIFFERENTIAL LOCK CONTROL

Describes how to use the differential lock to reduce wheel spin on difficult terrain.

WARNING LIGHTS, ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Explains the meaning of warning lights and the temperature gauge for engine monitoring.

LIGHT (OPTIONAL)

How to operate the optional headlight switch.

CRUISE CONTROL (OPTIONAL)

Instructions for setting and disengaging cruise control for maintaining speed.

STARTING AND SHUT OFF

Step-by-step procedures for starting and stopping the unit's engine safely.

SECTION 5: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

FASTENERS

Daily check of nuts, bolts, and other fasteners for tightness and condition.

ENGINE OIL

Instructions for checking the engine oil level and changing the oil and filter.

FILLING THE FUEL TANK

Safety precautions and steps for safely filling the fuel tank.

Fuel Filter

Guidance on replacing the fuel filter at specified intervals.

LUBRICATION

Details on greasing fittings and applying motor oil at recommended intervals.

ENGINE COOLING

Procedures for checking engine coolant level and handling hot components safely.

Air Intake Screen

Instructions for cleaning the air intake screen daily to ensure proper airflow.

Engine Cooling System

Checking the cooling system for debris and cleaning radiator fins.

TRANSMISSION

Information on checking transmission oil level, changing oil filter, and priming.

Checking the Transmission Oil

Steps to check transmission oil level and maintain proper fluid.

Transmission Oil Filter

Guidance on changing the transmission oil filter at specified intervals.

Priming the Transmission

Steps to prime the transmission after oil or filter changes to prevent damage.

Transmission Cooling System

Advice on cleaning transmission cooling fins to prevent overheating.

Transmission Neutral

How to adjust the neutral stop mechanism if the unit creeps.

Tires and Wheels

Daily inspection of tires and checking tire pressure.

Wheel Alignment

Explains proper wheel alignment and how to adjust toe-in.

DIRECTION CONTROL PEDAL

How to adjust the direction control pedal for proper operation and transmission safety.

BRAKES

Procedures for washing, inspecting, and adjusting the brakes.

BATTERY

Safety precautions and instructions for handling and charging the battery.

Charging

Steps for charging the battery according to manufacturer guidelines.

JUMP STARTING

Procedures for jump-starting the unit to start the engine or charge the battery.

PTO

Information on checking PTO gearbox oil and adjusting the PTO clutch.

PTO Clutch Adjustment

Steps to adjust the PTO clutch for proper operation under various conditions.

TROUBLESHOOTING

2 Year Limited Warranty

Usage Requirement

Defines warranty duration for rented or leased products.

Purchaser's Responsibilities

Outlines duties like performing maintenance and notifying for service.

Product Registration

Explains the dealer's role in filling out and returning the warranty card.

Service Parts and Accessories

Details warranty coverage for parts and accessories not purchased with the unit.

Service

Specifies that warranty service must be performed by an authorized Gravely dealer.

Battery Warranty Prorated

Describes the prorated warranty coverage for batteries over time.

Exclusions (No Warranty)

Lists items and conditions not covered by the warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES

Limits Ariens Company's liability to repair/replacement, excluding consequential damages.

DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY

States no warranty beyond what's expressly made, limiting implied warranties.

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