Instruction Manual Wright Manufacturing 4600X Wedgewood Blvd Frederick, Md 21703 Small Frame Standers serial # 54956 and higher WARNING: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING For your safety and for proper operation and maintenance read carefully and keep readily available for future reference.
Foreword Welcome to the progressive group of mowing professionals who use Wright mowers. We are focused on giving you advanced engineering and quality construction in each mower we build. This manual explains the features and promotes safer use of the mower. Please read it in its entirety and follow the instructions carefully so that you can have many years of safe and productive operation with your Wright product. This manual may contain information pertaining to European models also.
Table of Contents PRE DELIVERY SERVICE BY DEALER ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6 1.1 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................
PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE OF MOWER BY DEALER WARNING Before proceeding with the Pre-Delivery Service of your mower, please read the safety instructions manual in its entirety. Only your authorized Wright dealer should perform the Pre-Delivery Service of the mower. The Wright Stander is shipped completely assembled and has been adjusted and tested at the factory.
With the blades on, disengage the OPC switch to test the Operator Presence Control switch (OPC). A time delay has been added to the OPC system. The engine should die and the blades should stop within 6-9 seconds after stepping off of the foot platform. If not, service the OPC system. Disengage the blades. Drive the mower around on a level parking lot. Check that the mower drives in a straight line when both hand controls are at the full speed position.
1. Introduction This mower is built to the highest standards in the industry. However, carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Accident and hazard prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, wisdom, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. Make sure every operator is properly trained and thoroughly familiar with all of the information in this manual before operating the equipment.
1.2 General Safety Rules • • • • • • • • • The Wright Stander is designed with your safety in mind.
1.3 Important Information It is vital that these instructions are available to machine users. It is also important to retain with the machine if the machine is sold or transferred to another user. 1.4 Owner/User Notice WARNING The owner’s/user’s obligation is to instruct themselves and all potential users in the safe operation of this equipment and be sure they read and follow the instructions in this safety manual and other material provided by Wright Manufacturing, Inc.
operator safety. Ensure deck pitch is between 1/4 - 3/8”. (Refer to the maintenance interval chart at the end of this manual) 1.9 Regular Mower Safety Maintenance WARNING Keep your Wright mower in good operating condition, and keep safety devices and shields in place and in working condition. Replace worn tire(s) with less than 3/32” of any tread groove left. Use tires with the tread pattern specified by Wright Mfg., Inc. only.
• When transporting, driving onto transport vehicles, into buildings, across parking lots or otherwise not mowing grass, turn off the blade clutch engagement switch to reduce risk of thrown objects and rotating blade hazard. After coming to a stop apply the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key. • Before performing any maintenance or repair service, disengage power to blades, apply the parking brake, stop the engine, remove ignition key and spark plug wire from spark plug(s).
1.15 Zero-Radius Turn Operation WARNING During zero-radius turns (when one mower wheel rotates backwards while the other rotates forward) drive extra slowly to reduce the possibility of losing traction, or control, or becoming dizzy. This will help prevent you from being thrown off the mower. Be aware that if you do a turn on a slope you may go through all of the orientations to a slope mentioned below and must handle the mower accordingly. 1.
1.17 Fuel Safety WARNING Handle gasoline with care – it is highly flammable. Do not smoke while handling gasoline. Use an approved gasoline container. Never remove the fuel cap or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or an engine that has not been allowed to cool for several minutes after running. Never fill the tank indoors and always clean up spilled gas. NEVER store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
2 Warning, Safety and Instructional Decals • • • • Specific safety warning decals are located on the equipment near immediate areas of potential hazards. Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease, dirt and debris from safety signs and instructional decals. Replace worn, damaged or missing safety decals. If an attachment or accessory has been installed, make sure current safety decals are visible. 1. Blade engage/disengage switch 2. Ignition switch, Off 3. Ignition switch, Run 4.
Fuel System • Capacity: 5.6 Gal. (L) • Type of Fuel: Unleaded regular gasoline, minimum 85 octane. Do not use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol. Do not mix oil with gasoline. • Fuel Filter: In line • Fuel shut off: On, Off located on fuel tank Safety Interlock System • PTO switch must be disengaged, brake engaged and the control handles in the neutral and locked position to start the engine. • Operator must have feet on the platform to engage the PTO or engine will stop.
4 Machine Description & Overview The Wright Stander is meant to solely cut, bag or mulch grass. The use for any other purpose is not recommended. Do not disconnect any safety switches or remove any decals. 1. Flexible Chute Deflector 2. Drive Tire 3. Fuel Tank 4. Control Handle 5. Stationary Handle Bar 6. Battery Box 7. Kawasaki Engine 8. Muffler 9. Deck Cover 10. Caster Arm / Yoke 11. Flat Free Caster Tire 12.
4.1 Operator’s Area 1. Anti-Tip Wheels 2. Brake Handle 3. Dash Panel 4. Thigh Cushion 5. Foot Platform 3 2 4 5 1 4.2 Model & Serial Location 1-The plate is affixed to the front of the engine deck under the muffler. 2-Stated on the plate will be the model and serial number, these will be needed when ordering parts.
4.3 Control Panel & Steering Control Levers The Stander speed and direction are controlled by using the control handles. Moving the control handles equal distance forward or backward the machine moves in a straight line. By releasing the control handles during operation, the controls will return to the neutral position and the machine will stop. 1. Control Handles 2. Stationary Handle Bar 1 1 3. Throttle 4. Choke 2 5. Digital Hour Meter 6. PTO Switch 7. Ignition Switch 3 5 4 1 1 6 7 4.
4.6 Brake Interlock System The Wright Stander is equipped with a brake interlock. When the parking brake is applied, the control handles are locked in the neutral position. Brake / Interlock OFF Brake / Interlock ON 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING If you are not completely familiar with the Safety Instruction Manual read it now before proceeding with the operation of the mower. REMEMBER THERE ARE CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL THAT YOU MUST NOW TAKE BEFORE STARTING THE MOWER. 5.
• Check to see if the equipment has a separate choke knob or whether it is incorporated into the throttle control. Start the engine according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendation, see engine manual, keeping in mind that various models use different choke controls. • Immediately step onto the foot platform after the engine is running smoothly. Electric Start: • Start the engine according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendation, see engine manual.
5.5 Driving the Mower Over a Curb WARNING To climb a curb, first see the Safety Instructions section of this manual, especially the parts on: • Initial Operating Safety Guidelines • Operation In Reverse • Operation In Forward Direction Drive the mower in reverse at a 45 degree angle to the curb (with the left side of the mower closest to the curb) until you are within an inch or two of the left-rear tire hitting the curb.
5.8 Changing the Speed/Sensitivity Adjustment The controls are initially set with the Speed/Sensitivity Adjustment in the faster, more sensitive position. If an operator is not Fast Hole completely familiar with the mower operation the operator may desire to decrease the ground speed. The slower setting has a Slow Hole corresponding decrease in the sensitivity of the controls.
5.10 How to Test/Use the Blade Clutch/Brake Switch WARNING Before testing the blade clutch/brake operation, make sure the area is clear and there is nothing vulnerable to thrown objects from under the mower. No one should be near the mower deck or in its line of discharge. The discharge chute deflector should be in the down position. The parking brake should now be applied. Move the engine throttle to ¾ speed setting. When mowing, the engine speed should always be at its highest setting.
b. The front-to-rear leveling of the blades should be between level (preferred) to .25" lower at the front of the blades but never higher at the front. c. Use the lowest holes in tractor frame for heights of 3.25" - 4.5". Temporary Height-of-Cut Adjustment: using the caster shims (or "C" spacers) you can adjust the blades downward temporarily .5" or 1" below the original coarse setting as described above.
6.3.2 Replacing the Drive Belt • Stop the engine, remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Remove the deck cover and remove the blade belt. (Refer to replacing the cutter deck belt section) • Raise and secure mower • Remove the belt by using a ½” ratchet and extension to relieve the belt tension. 6.4 How to Move the Mower if the Engine Won’t Start Rotate both of the hydro bypass valve levers on the side of each hydraulic pump about ½ turn counterclockwise.
6.6 Bleeding Air from the Hydraulic System First, make sure the oil level in the reservoir is correct. The oil should be level with the bottom threads of the oil level port. Use fully synthetic oil: Mobil1 15W-50. With the bypass valves open and the engine running, slowly move the control levers back and forth five or six times. Now close the bypass valves and with the engine running, slowly move the control levers back and forth five or six times.
6.10 Fuel Evaporation System All Wright Standers need to have this mandatory feature. • Do Not alter or remove. • Do Not fill past the “Max Fill Level” line shown in Figure. • Over-filling could result in clogging the roll-over vent and/or contaminating the purge canister. • The vapor canister is located under the dash. • Inspect and clean dust filter every 500 hrs or annually. To Tank Max Fill Vent / Purge Dust Filter 6.
6.12 Cutting Blades WARNING In order to maintain the best cut, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged. Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks need to be replaced. Blades must be balanced after sharpening. To change the blades: • Stop engine, remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop. • Engage the parking brake • Lift front of mower and secure in the raised position with jack stands. • Remove the blade nut by turning counterclockwise.
6.16 Kawasaki Engine Manual / Maintenance It is very important that all users of this unit read and understand the Kawasaki Engine Owner’s Manual. This manual contains; safety awareness, emissions, maintenance and warranty information that is critical for the care of your Kawasaki engine. Below is the periodic maintenance chart directly from the Kawasaki Owner’s Manual, which is included with the sale of the Stander.
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8 Decals 1 2 3 4 5 (Qty.3) 6 10 (Qty.2) 7 11 8 9 14 13 (Qty.2) 12 15 16 17 21 20 18 22 19 (Qty.2) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 76490004 76490013 76490005 76490051 76490023 76490027 76490015 76490016 76490008 76490018 76410001 76490036 Decal, Stander Decal, Main Inst. Panel, Dash Decal, Throttle / Instructions Decal, Commercial Benefits Decal, Circle with ”W” Decal, 32” Deck Size Decal, 36” Deck Size Decal, 42” Deck Size Decal, 48” Deck Size Decal, Speed Sensitivity Adj.
ITE MS SE EN OT BE E L FI R OW ST HO 8 UR S DA I LY EV ER Y HO 25 EV URS ER Y HO 100 UR EV S ER Y HO 200 UR S EV ER Y3 HO 0 UR 0 S AN NU AL LY 8 Maintenance Interval Chart EN GIN E MAINTENANCE ITEM *2 Inspect for cracks in frame, cutter deck or other steel parts X Inspect all belts for wear and alignment X Check all bolts and nuts for tightness (tighten as necessary) X Check hydraulic oil reservoir level and fill as needed - Use SYNTHETIC oil Mobil1 15W-50 (refer to Hydro Oil Tank Check & Fill) X
Maintenance Record Date Maintenance/Service Performed 33 Unit Hours Shop/Technician
WRIGHT MANUFACTURING, INC. POWER EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS ON UNITS WITH A RETAIL SALES DATE ON OR AFTER 04/01/05 Wright Manufacturing, Inc. (hereinafter: WMI) warrants to the original owner that the new WMI mower accompanying this document will be free from manufacturing defects in materials or workmanship subject to the following limitations and exclusions.
FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Wright Manufacturing, Inc. (WMI) are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system (EECS) warranty on your 2012 - 2013 commercial mower.
(3) Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by WMI according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.
Cut Quality and Mowing Tips Problem Description Possible Cause Streaking is when strips of uncut grass are left behind. Streaking Stepped cutting is sharp ridges left in the lawn surface.
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