RC Mowers TK-52XP User Manual

An EmbankScape Product
Models TK-52XP, TK-60XP
Rev. A 09/18
Printed in USA

RC Mowers TK-52XP Specifications

General

Brand	RC Mowers
Model	TK-52XP
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Read manual & decals; understand controls & safe use.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Symbol indicates attention required for your safety.

SIGNAL WORDS

Understand Danger, Warning, Caution, Notice, Important signal words.

SAFETY DECALS

Visual reminders of safety information; must be understood and followed.

SAFETY RULES

TRAINING

Read, understand, follow instructions on machine & in manual before starting.

BEFORE OPERATING

Check bolts, maintenance, inspect for damage, ensure interlocks.

OPERATION

Ensure clear area, operate in ventilated space, maintain safe condition.

SLOPE OPERATION

GENERAL SLOPE SAFETY

Be aware of tip-over risks; operate with caution and proper traction.

SERVICE

ASSEMBLY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding with assembly.

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH

Controls power to mower; engine won't start if in down position.

OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT

Illuminates for low oil pressure; stop engine immediately.

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT

Illuminates for engine-related problems; stop engine and refer to manual.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Monitors unit features for operator safety.

BEFORE OPERATION

EMERGENCY STOPPING

Procedure to immediately stop the unit in an emergency.

START THE ENGINE

Steps to safely start the unit's engine.

OPERATE UNIT

Instructions for safely operating the unit after starting.

OPERATION

STOP THE ENGINE

Procedure to safely shut down the unit's engine.

MOWING INSTRUCTIONS

MOWING TECHNIQUES

Methods: 45° diagonal, horizontal, and vertical mowing on slopes.

APPROACHING TRANSITIONS

How to safely transition from slopes to flat areas or crests.

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE POSITION

Prepare unit on flat surface for safe servicing and adjustments.

CHECK HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL

Procedure to check oil level in expansion tanks.

CHANGE HYDRAULIC OIL AND FILTER

Steps to drain oil, replace filter, and refill.

PURGE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Remove air from hydraulic system after maintenance.

CHECK MOWER BLADES

SHARPEN BLADES

Guidelines for sharpening blades, including when to discard.

CHECK PARKING BRAKE

CHECK BRAKE FUNCTION

Verify brake operation and measure spring/gap specifications.

CHECK BATTERY

CHARGE BATTERY

How to safely charge the unit's battery.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ELECTRICAL SERVICE

Procedure for replacing fuses and determining electrical faults.

ADJUST TRANSAXLES

Procedure to check for and adjust excessive creep.

ADJUST NEUTRAL POSITION

ADJUST PARKING BRAKE INTERLOCK

CHECK PARKING BRAKE INTERLOCK

ADJUST PARKING BRAKE

SET PARKING BRAKE NEUTRAL

REPLACE MOWER BELTS

REPLACE TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELT

REMOVE / INSTALL MOWER DECK

REMOVE DECK

INSTALL DECK

LEVEL AND PITCH MOWER DECK

CHECK BLADE LEVEL AND PITCH

Check blade alignment and height for optimal cut quality.

LEVEL MOWER DECK

Adjust deck side-to-side to ensure even cutting height.

ADJUST BLADE PITCH

Adjust blade angle for optimal cut quality and power efficiency.

ADJUST CLUTCH

CHECK CLUTCH

CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE DOES NOT START

UNIT DOES NOT DRIVE

PTO DOES NOT WORK

UNIT HAS POOR CUTTING QUALITY

OIL PRESSURE LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED

STORAGE