Instruction Manual Wright Manufacturing 4600X Wedgewood Blvd Frederick, Md 21703 Sport X Serial # 54956 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE OF MOWER BY DEALER ................................................................................................................................................ 3 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 5 1.1 TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................
FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT ........................................................................................ 35 CUT QUALITY AND MOWING TIPS ...............................................................................................................................................................
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 X is shipped completely assembled and has been adjusted and tested at the factory.
Release the parking brake. Next, move the hand control levers, one at a time, to make the wheels move in forward and backward rotation. Before testing the blade clutch/brake operation, make sure the area is clear and there is nothing vulnerable to possible thrown objects from under the mower. No one should be near the mower deck or in its line of discharge at this or at any time. The discharge chute deflector should be in the down position. Move the engine throttle control to ¾ RPM speed setting.
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 X 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 instrument panel warning • DO NOT disable any of the safety features.
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 X should only be used by fully trained operators to prevent the risk of injury to themselves or other personnel.
the engine contrary to engine manufacturer specifications. Failure to comply can compromise operator safety, shorten equipment life and void your manufacturer’s warranty. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight 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.
• • • • • • • • safety instructions. Operate the mower at slower speeds while becoming familiar with it. 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 for long periods or engine damage may occur. (Refer to your Kawasaki Owner’s manual) 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.
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. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. (Drain fuel to a ½ tank when performing maintenanc e or repairs that require the unit to be tilted) 1.17 Hydraulic Safety WARNING Keep body and hands away from pin holes or fittings that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure.
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.
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 X 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. Rear Drive Tire 3. Fuel Tank 4. Deck Lift Handle 5. Control Handles 6. Stationary Handle Bar 7. Brake Handle 8. Battery Box 9. Engine 10. Muffler 11. Front Caster Tire 12. Anti Scalp Wheels 13. Cutter Deck 14.
4.1 Operator’s Area 1 – Seat 2 – Anti-tip Wheels 3 – Battery Box 4 – Brake handle 5 – Dash/Control Panel 6 – Deck Lift Handle 7 – Knee Pad 4 5 6 3 7 1 4.2 Model & Serial Location 2 2 1- The plate is affixed to the left side of the engine deck. 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 X 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 4- Choke 2 5- Digital Hour Meter 6- PTO Switch 7- Ignition Switch 4 5 1 1 6 7 3 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, ensure the cutter deck is in the full up and locked position, insert detent pin in desired cut height hole, grab deck lift handle and pull back to unlock the deck lift locking mechanism. Lower to the selected cut height.
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.
according to the position of the levers. If not, check to see that the pump release valves are closed. With both feet still firmly placed on the foot platform, increase the engine speed to about half of the way from idle speed. Release the parking brake. The higher engine speed will make the controls much more responsive and the mower much quicker; Use caution if it is your first time. Now try moving the hand control levers, one at a time, very slightly, forward and backward.
5.5.1 Never Drive Straight Onto or Off a Curb WARNING Never drive straight onto or off a curb. If you do the whole procedure at a very sharp angle it will tend to minimize the contact of the mower deck with the curb and you will be able to more safely control the mower. 5.
the speed of the forward movement of the mower on that side. Lengthening the control rod will slow the forward movement of the mower on that side. In the “faster” Speed/Sensitivity setting (this is the factory setting) neither rod should be lengthened so much that at full speed it pulls the pump control lever (on the sides of the pumps) against the internal pump stop.
6 Service and Adjustments 6.1 Tire Maintenance and Pressure WARNING Excessively worn tire tread is dangerous on all hills. Replace drive tires with less than 3/32” of any tread groove left. Use tires with the tread pattern recommended by Wright Mfg., Inc. only. Keep the tire pressure in the drive tires between 18 and 22 psi. Higher pressures will cause the tires to have less traction, which will force you to go slower and with less safety and give you a harder ride.
6.3 Belt Tension Adjustment The pump drive belt is self-adjusting, and requires no adjustment, just replacement. The blade drive belt is self-adjusting also and requires no adjustment, just replacement. 6.3.1 Replacing the Drive Belt • • • • • • • • • Stop engine and remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove deck covers. Remove drive belt access panel. Remove cutter deck engine to blade belt from clutch.
6.4 How to Move the Mower if the Engine Won’t Start Rotate both of the hydro bypass valves on the side of each hydraulic pump about ½ turn counterclockwise. It is important not to over tighten these. Damage may occur to the pump if this valve is over tightened. 6.5 Deck Lift Assist Adjustment • Loosen the DLA adjustment hardware. • Using a 3/8” ratchet, make tension adjustments. Note: Too much spring tension (easier to lift) may cause the deck to bounce. Easier to lift 6.
6.7 Hydraulic Oil Tank Check/Fill Checking Oil Level 1. Ensure mower is on a level surface. 2. Remove hex socket plug from oil level port located in the front of the tank. 3. Hydro oil should be at the bottom of the threads. Filling Oil Level 1. Remove hex socket plug 2. Using a funnel, fill tank through oil level port until oil reaches bottom threads of port. Fill Here 6.
6.10 Lubrication Grease with No. 2 general purpose lithium base or molybdenum base grease. • Set parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key. • Clean grease fittings with a rag. • Connect grease gun to fitting and pump until grease begins to ooze out from the bearings. • Wipe off excess grease. • Do not use spray lube of any kind on choke and/or throttle cables. Service intervals: First 8 hours Every 25 hours Also see Maintenance chart 6.
• • • Remove the blade nut by turning counterclockwise. Install new or re-sharpened blade. (Ensure the blade spacers are reinstalled with the same qty and location) Torque blade bolt to 70-80 ft/lbs / 95-108 Nm 6.13 Transporting Use a heavy duty trailer or truck to transport the Sport X. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the unit to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable or ropes. • Fasten unit to trailer or truck using tie down locations shown in photos.
WARNING 6.15 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.
6.18 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 X.
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Sport X Consumables / Maintenance Items P/N Description 13990017 13990024 14990002 17460005 17460012 17460017 18410012 33410094 34490002 52410003 52410007 52420002 52420003 52460002 53490009 53490019 71410021 71440008 71440009 71440010 71440011 71440012 71440013 71460064 71460065 71460067 71460070 71460071 71460107 71460123 71460126 72490001 72490002 77410008 77410009 98460031 98460046 MACH BUSH, 7/8 ID X 1 3/8 OD X 14 GA WASHER, NEOPRENE HBUSH SMALL BUSHING, RUBBER, .75 X 1.125 X .
ITE MS SE EN O T BE E L FIR OW ST HO 8 UR S DA I LY EV ER Y HO 25 EV URS ER Y HO 100 UR EV S ER Y2 HO 0 UR 0 S EV ER Y HO 300 UR S AN NU AL LY 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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