Instruction Manual Wright Manufacturing 4600X Wedgewood Blvd Frederick, Md 21703 Sport 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. 01/2012 Wright Manufacturing Inc.
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE OF MOWER BY DEALER...................................................................................................................................... 1 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 1.1 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................
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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 Sport RH is shipped completely assembled and has been adjusted and tested at the factory.
Move the engine throttle control to ¾ RPM speed setting. Turn on the blade clutch switch. Run blades for approximately one minute. Next, engage and disengage the blades a few times about 10 seconds apart. If the blades do not start and stop in a few seconds each time, service the blade brake system. 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.
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 Sport RH is designed with your safety in mind. It has the following safety systems with which you should become familiar: • The warning decals on the mower including the parking brake and general warning decal. • Do Not disable any of the safety features. • The blade switch must be “off” before starting the engine. • You must be seated or standing while feet are firmly on the platform to engage the blades.
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 Safety for Operation WARNING The Sport RH should only be used by fully trained operators to prevent the risk of injury to themselves or other personnel.
to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness every eight (8) hours of operation. Check the blades for excessive wear and sharpness every four to eight (4-8) hours of operation. Sharpen dull blades. Replace blades when they become excessively worn. The mower should not be used after the blades or other part of the mower strikes a foreign object, until conducting a thorough inspection and any damage is repaired.
• The grass discharge chute deflector must be installed at all times and in the down position except that it may be raised when cleaning out the deck, or a grass catcher is installed or a mulch kit and block-off plate is properly installed. • If the mower discharges grass clogs, turn off the blade clutch switch, apply the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key before removing obstruction(s).
1.15 Operation on Slopes WARNING DO NOT operate on steep slopes. DO NOT operate the mower on slopes steeper than you can feel secure about the traction of the tires and the stability of the mower. DO NOT operate the mower on slopes at all when the grass is wet. There is a danger of suddenly sliding sideways or down the hill. When operating on a slope, travel across the grade whenever possible, not in an up or down pattern.
1.17 Using a Spark Arrester The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is in violation of California Public Resources Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on or near any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting any applicable local or state laws. Other states or federal area may have similar laws. 1.
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.
3 Specifications Engine • • See your engine owner’s manual RPM: Full speed 3600 +/- 50 RPM (no load) / Idle: 1550 RPM Electrical System • • • • Charging System: Internal stator coil Battery Type: Maintenance free Battery Voltage: 12 Volts Fuses: Two, 20 amp blade type 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.
4 Machine Description & Overview The Wright Sport RH 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.
4.1 Operator’s Area 1 – Seat 2 – Anti-tip Wheels 3 – Brake Handle 4 – Deck Lift Handle 5 – Dash/Control Panel 6 – Knee Pad 7 – Battery Box 8 – Foot Platform 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 Sport RH 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 Levers 2- Stationary Handle bar 1 1 3- Throttle 2 4- Choke 5- Digital Hour Meter 6- PTO Switch 7- Ignition Switch 4 5 1 1 7 3 6 4.
4.6 Seat Flip the seat forward for transport. The adjustment knob will harden or soften the ride. Turn clockwise to make softer and counterclockwise to make stiffer. 4.7 Deck Lift Lever The “Quick Cut” height selector will adjust the cut height in ¼” increments. To operate, insert detent pin (1) in desired cut height hole, grab deck lift handle and press the top button down (2) with thumb and lower to the selected cut height.
Locked Position Unlocked Position 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. 5.1 Inspect Mower Before Each Use Inspection of Mower: Do not use the mower if any parts are not maintained in good operating condition. Examine all moving parts prior to each use.
Unusual noises or irregular operation: As you drive the mower, listen for any unusual noises and test for irregular operation and adjust or service as necessary. 5.3 How to drive the mower WARNING While sitting or standing, both feet should be firmly placed on the foot platform. Set the engine speed about a fourth of the way from idle. Release the parking brake. Now try moving the hand control levers, one at a time, very slightly, forward and backward.
continue to back up until the right-rear tire is close to the curb. Using the same technique lurch the right tire onto the curb. After both wheels are on top of the curb, turn the mower counterclockwise and back up so the left caster wheel comes over and last should be he right caster wheel as the mower is twisting to the left (counterclockwise).
5.9 How to Perform the Tracking Adjustment WARNING First ensure that the tire pressure is equal on both rear drive tires. (18-22 psi) Drive the mower on a level parking lot with the engine at full throttle. Check that the mower drives in a straight line when both hand controls are held to the full speed position. If not, park the mower and stop the engine.
5.11 How to Test the Operator Presence Control (OPC) Switch With the parking brakes applied and the blades ON, try lifting your feet off the foot platform to test the Operator Presence Control switch (OPC). The engine should kill and the blades should stop within a few seconds. If not, service the OPC system or contact your local Wright dealer. Foot Platform OPC switch is located in the front of the battery box Brake OPC Switch is located behind the engine. 6 Service and Adjustments 6.
6.3.2 Replacing the Cutter Deck Belts • • • • • Stop the engine, remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop. Lower deck to the lowest setting. Remove the deck covers. Remove the belt by using a ½” ratchet and extension to relieve the belt tension. Reinstall in reverse order. Figure shows belt routing and spring compression direction. 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.
WARNING 6.6 Hydraulic System Whenever servicing the hydraulic system, it is of the utmost importance to keep any dirt or debris from getting into the system. Clean off all parts before disassembly and assembly. When any of the hydraulic parts are disconnected or removed or when the oil is changed, air must be bled from the system. • Low Pressure Hose • High Pressure Hose • Arrow Indicates Direction of Flow 6.
6.9 Battery Service The battery is 12 volts and is a maintenance free battery. Charge the battery only if it will not start the mower properly. Remove the battery from the mower Pos. Neg. before charging. Follow the instructions of the Terminal Terminal battery charger for proper and safe charging of the battery. Hold Down 6.10 Cutting Blades In order to maintain the best cut, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.
WARNING 6.12 Loading and Unloading Use extreme caution when loading and unloading units on/off trailers or trucks. One full width ramp that extends beyond the rear tires is recommended rather than individual ramps for each side of the unit. The ramp should be long enough so that the angles between the ramp and the trailer or truck does not exceed 15 degrees. A steeper angle may cause the mower deck components to get caught as the unit moves from ramp to trailer or truck.
6.15 Spindle and Drive Pulley Split hub R&R • • • • Remove 2, ¼” bolts from split hub and install in threaded holes in hub. Slowly tighten each bolt, alternating as you tighten bolts against the pulley. The hub will separate from the pulley. Replace grade 8 bolts and install in reverse order using the assembly holes to tighten hub onto pulley and spindle shaft.
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 Sport RH.
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Inspect for cracks in frame, cutter deck or other steel parts Inspect all belts for wear and alignment Check all bolts and nuts for tightness (tighten as necessary) Check hydraulic oil reservoir level and fill as needed (refer to Hydro Oil Tank Check & Fill section) Grease caster wheel bearings, caster yokes (refer to Lubrication section) Check tire pressure; Rear tires 18-22 psi Check and clean engine cooling fins with compressed air Replace fuel filter (when clogged) Lubricate Operator Presence Control pi
Maintenance Record Date Maintenance/Service Performed 30 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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