Summary of Contents for Walker Rider Lawnmowers MBSSD
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OWNER’S MANUAL Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions and ILLUSTRATED PARTS MANUAL Model MBSSD (27 HP) ™ Please Read and Save These Instructions Effective Date: 03-31-08 For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation P/N 2000-1 Instructions Prior to Operating Machine...
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(970) 221-5614, for clarification before operating or servicing this mower. This manual covers Model MBSSD with the Kohler Command CH740 (27 HP) gasoline engine. All shields and guards must be in place for the proper and safe operation of this machine.
General Information • HIGHLIGHTED INFORMATION TRACTOR is the prime mover, including the en- gine, drive train, operator seat, and controls to Walker Manufacturing recommends that any ser- operate the mower. vice requiring special training or tools be performed • by an authorized Walker Mower Dealer. There are TRANSAXLE transmits and controls power several general practices to be aware of in the area from the ground drive belt to the main drive...
General Information Serial Number Tractor Serial Number Location Serial Number Engine Serial Number Location SERVICING OF ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN Serial Number COMPONENTS The detailed servicing and repair of the engine and transaxle are not covered in this manual. Only rou- tine maintenance and general service instructions are provided.
Specifications MODEL MBSSD ENGINE Manufacturer/Model Kohler Command CH740, 2 Cyl. OHV (Air-Cooled) Displacement 44.0 cu. in. (725 cc) HP (@ 3600 RPM) 27.0 3600 ± 100 Max. RPM (No Load) 3600 ± 100 Governed RPM · Max. Torque [ft-lb (N m) @ RPM] 42.7 (57.9) @ 3000...
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Specifications MODEL MBSSD TRANSMISSION (continued) Service Brake Dynamic Braking through Transaxles Parking Brake (Internal) Mechanical Lockout for each Transaxle (Single Lever Control) Neutral Transmission Release by Manual Dump Valve Final Drive Direct Drive Axle from Transaxle Transmission Fluid Factory Service...
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Specifications MODEL MBSSD MOWER DECK Width of Cut 60 in. (152 cm) Cutting Height 1 to 5 in. (3 to 13 cm) Height Adjustment 17 Positions - 1/4 in. (1 cm) Increments Blade Size 60 in. (152 cm) SD Model 20-1/2 in.
Component Identification NOTE: Control Identification shown in Operating Instructions section. Body Lift Handle Tilt-Up Latch Counterweight Spring and Protective Cover Forward Speed Deck Support Control (FSC) Friction Footrests Adjustment Tilt Bar Deck Handle Deck Height Adjustment Trigger Deck Support Arm Height Adjustment Arm (Cutting Height Adjustment) Tilt-Up Hook...
Component Identification Footrests Tailpipe Footrest Catch Assembly Left Hand Drive Wheel Fuel Pickup Fuel Tank Line and Cap Muffler Spread Tail Wheel Battery (not visible) Rear View and Left Side View...
Safety Instructions Pay particular attention to any information labeled Walker Manufacturing cannot predict every poten- DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, tially dangerous situation. Therefore, items labeled and NOTE in this manual. as such in this manual do not cover all conceivable situations.
Safety Instructions Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get 11. Never attempt to make any adjustments caught in moving parts. Do not operate this while the engine is running, except where spe- machine while wearing shorts; always wear cifically instructed to do so.
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Safety Instructions Disengage the blade clutch and put the FSC in 15. When using the tilt-up deck, observe the fol- the NEUTRAL-PARK position before starting lowing recommendations: the engine (an ignition interlock switch normally Do not move tractor with deck in tilt-up prevents starting of the machine if these controls position.
Safety Instructions MAINTENANCE 11. Use care when charging the battery or per- forming maintenance on the battery and To prevent accidental starting of the engine electrical system: when servicing or adjusting the machine, remove the key from the ignition switch and Make sure the battery charger is unplugged disconnect the spark plug wires.
Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Section. Each End of Mower Deck (5808) SD Deck Discharge Shield (5848) Engine Shroud (5855)
Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Section. BELT ROUTING DRIVE BELT DRIVE BELT...
Assembly Instructions SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Dry Battery Service Walker Mowers are shipped partially assembled to DANGER our distribution network, and are typically assembled by the selling dealer. For any additional assembly besides the following, contact your Walker dealer. Activating a battery can be dangerous. The battery should be taken to a reliable Battery Service service station, battery store, or power...
Assembly Instructions Battery Charging DANGER BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES • Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area, so that gases produced while charg- ing can dissipate. • Keep sparks, flames, and smoking mate- rials away from the battery at all times. •...
Assembly Instructions PTO Shaft Guard Installation Mower Deck Installation on Tractor Position the shaft guard as shown and mount with Deck Installation two 1/4-20 x 1/2 in. bolts. Lightly grease each deck support arm (2) on the tractor. Refer to Mower Deck Installation photo Carrier Frame for location of deck support arm.
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Assembly Instructions Reaching under the tractor, join the PTO tube to IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the the PTO shaft (align arrow decals). Slide the mower, make sure the PTO shaft assembly is securely locked on the tractor, with the locking PTO tube onto the spline shaft on the tractor balls fully seated in the groove and the ring in the PTO drive shaft.
Assembly Instructions Check the side-to-side level. Rotate the out- Deck Leveling side blades sideways and measure the Position mower on a smooth, level surface. Set distance from blade tip to ground on each side. the cutting height to the highest position - 5 in. If measurements vary more than 1/8 in.
Assembly Instructions PREOPERATING CHECKLIST CHECK ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL Before operating the mower for the first time, and as Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and a routine before daily operations, it is important to after each 8 hours of continuous operation. Refer make sure the mower is properly prepared and ready to LUBRICATION for Checking Engine Crankcase for operation.
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Assembly Instructions CHECK FUNCTION OF SAFETY INTERLOCK CAUTION SWITCHES Refer to Operating Instructions to check for proper Do not operate machine with locking operation of safety switches, both during engine arms disengaged. starting and with the operator leaving the seat with tractor moving forward or with mower blades en- gaged.
Operating Instructions CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, AND seconds. If the engine does not start, return the key FUNCTION to the “O” position for at least 60 seconds before making a restart attempt. Prolonged cranking can damage the starter motor and shorten battery life. CAUTION Release the key when the engine starts, and it will return to the RUN position.
Operating Instructions Engine Choke Forward Speed Control (FSC) The choke control lever (black knob) is located on Forward Speed Control (FSC) has two functions: the left side of the seat. To start a cold engine, move One is to set forward travel speed, and the other is the choke control forward to the ON position.
Operating Instructions Parking Brake Hourmeter The hourmeter, which is located on the right front of The parking brake functions by locking a detent arm the body, displays operating time accumulated internally into the transaxle. Moving the lever FOR- while the ignition switch is in the ON position. WARD engages the parking brake;...
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Operating Instructions The Forward Speed Control also Establishes the Neutral-Park Position of the Steering Levers FORWARD SPEED LEFT WHEEL RIGHT WHEEL CONTROL LEVER (FSC) STEERING LEVER STEERING LEVER Forward Position Full Forward (No Control Change) Ground Speed Position Neutral-Park Intermediate Position Ground Speed Position...
Operating Instructions STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank the engine con- tinuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, turn the key to the CAUTION OFF position and allow a 60 second cool-down period between starting attempts.
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Operating Instructions WARNING Beginning Recommendations are: ♦ Learn operation of the mower in an open In case the transmission drive belt breaks area away from buildings, fences, and ob- during operation, and if the machine is on structions. Learn operation on flat ground a slope, the machine will freewheel down BEFORE operating on slopes.
Operating Instructions ENGAGING THE MOWER Set the engine throttle at about 1/3 speed. Do Pull Steering not attempt to engage the blade clutch at Levers with high engine speeds. This will drastically Left Hand shorten drive belt life. Use only moderate engine speed when engaging the blade clutch.
Operating Instructions 4. Turn the ignition switch OFF. WARNING Remove the key from the ignition switch when leaving the mower unattended. This will prevent children and inexperienced operators from starting the engine. Engage the parking brake. IMPORTANT: The transaxles lock to prevent the mower from rolling freely with the engine stopped.
Operating Instructions ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT Transport Position Disengage the PTO. WARNING Push down on height peddle until it latches in the full up position. Never adjust cutting height while the mower is moving. Before adjusting cutting height or servicing, move the Forward Speed Control (FSC) into the Height Hitch Pin...
Operating Instructions TRANSAXLE LOCKOUTS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING IMPORTANT: DO NOT TOW this mower with the IMPORTANT: Operate the engine at full speed transmission lockout engaged. Towing can produce when mowing, to allow the engine to produce full excessive internal pressure and damage the horsepower and to increase efficiency of the engine transaxle(s).
Operating Instructions • Make sure the mower is leveled properly for a smooth cut. Refer to Deck Leveling in Assembly Maximum Recommended Instructions. Side Slope - Do Not Operate on Steep Slopes • Use an alternating stripe mowing pattern for best appearance and vary the direction of the stripe each time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns in the grass.
Maintenance Instructions CAUTION Maintenance procedures requiring special training or tools should be performed by a trained technician. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - MODEL MBSSD Every Ref. Service Item Daily Hours Hours Hours Hours Yearly 2 Years Page...
Maintenance Instructions KOHLER TIPS IMPORTANT TIPS FOR CARE OF THE KOHLER Air Cleaner System ENGINE • Use only Cummins/Fleetguard air cleaner elements. Aftermarket elements may not seal in the Fuel System air cleaner housing, allowing dirt to enter the engine. •...
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine without sufficient oil supply in the crankcase. DO NOT operate with oil level below the LOW mark or WARNING above the FULL mark on the dipstick. DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine with the engine running.
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Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION Remove the dipstick and oil drain plug, and drain Install the new oil filter on the engine. Turn the oil into a suitable container. Be sure to allow oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket con- ample time for complete drainage. tacts the sealing surface, then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION Mower Deck Spindle Lubrication Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication These spindles are permanently sealed and require Lubricate the grease fittings and oil points after no lubrication. every 25 hours of operation. Lubricate more often when operating in dusty or dirty conditions. Use DSD60 Mower Deck Lubrication SAE general purpose lithium or molybdenum base grease for grease fittings and light machine oil (SAE...
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Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION Ident Lubrication Ident Lubrication Location Type Places Location Type Places Deck Caster Wheel Fork Pivot Grease PTO Clutch Lever Pivot Grease Deck Caster Wheel Bearing Grease PTO Belt Tightener Pivot Grease Deck Belt Tensioner Pivot Grease Throttle Control Cable Ends Front Deck Lift Pivot Grease Choke Control Cable Ends...
Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION Transaxle Oil and Filter Change Fill both reservoirs to 1/4-1/2 in. (6-13 mm) with 20W-50 (API Service Class SL or higher) oil. Change the transaxle oil after the initial break-in period of 75-100 hours. Thereafter, change oil Start and drive the unit for 1- 2 minutes.
Maintenance Instructions CLEANING CLEANING Canister Cover Engine Air Cleaner System Cummins/Fleetguard OptiAir™ Air Cleaner A remote mounted Cummins/Fleetguard OptiAir™ air cleaner provides the air filtering function. The paper filter element slides over an outlet tube inside OptiAir™ the air cleaner canister with radial sealing action, Filter Element eliminating the possibility of dust leaks due to improper filter installation.
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Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Without removing, visually inspect the condition Air Restriction of the safety filter for damage or holes. The Gauge safety filter should only be removed for yearly replacement (or when dirty or damaged). Check the condition and resilience of the radial sealing surface (inside of the open end) of the filter.
Maintenance Instructions CLEANING 10. Install the cover with the word “DOWN” properly oriented to the bottom of the canister. Twist the OptiAir™ cover to the right and put into the "closed" position. Mono Latch Twist Lock™ Rotating Engine Screen Keep Engine Screen Clean DOWN DOWN Cylinder Head Cooling Fins...
Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Every 100 hours, inspect and clean the cooling fins Grass Buildup in Mower Housing (more often when operating in extremely dusty, dirty conditions). Remove the two (2) cooling fin access DANGER panels in the engine shroud and clean the cooling fins and external surfaces using compressed air.
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Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Using the tilt bar, raise deck to the TILT-UP posi- Reinstall footrest by inserting locking fingers tion and insert the deck hook into the tilt-up latch under deck plate and reattaching hood latch on the tractor body. assembly.
Maintenance Instructions CLEANING Transaxle Cooling Fins IMPORTANT: In case an oil leak develops on the input shaft, the cooling fan blowing dusty air and oil Keeping the cooling fins on the transaxles clean and on the transmission will quickly pack the cooling fins free obstruction essential...
Maintenance Instructions CHECKING/SERVICING CHECKING/SERVICING Charging the Battery DANGER DANGER To prevent accidental starting of the en- BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE gine when servicing or adjusting the ma- GASES chine, remove the key from the ignition • Charge the battery in a well-ventilated switch and disconnect the spark plug area, so that gases produced while charg- wires.
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Maintenance Instructions CHECKING/SERVICING NOTE: Keep blades sharp - cutting with dull CAUTION blades not only yields a poor mowing job but slows the cutting speed of the mower and causes extra wear on the engine and blade drive by pulling hard. ALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening a blade.
CHECKING/SERVICING/ Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING Drive Belts REPLACING/REPAIRING Raise the body and inspect the condition of the four DANGER (4) drive belts after every 25 hours of operation -- engine/PTO drive and ground drive. If the belts show signs of cracking or deteriorating, the belts To prevent accidental starting of the should be replaced.
Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING Engine/PTO Belt To remove the engine/PTO belt: Loosen and remove idler tension bolt and jam nut. Relax belt by depressing idler arm. Roll the belts off the pulley and remove the belts. Idler Tension Jam Nut Bolt Idler Arm Engine/PTO Pulley...
Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING Ground Drive Belt Slide belt off pulleys, then release the To remove the ground drive belt: idler. Raise the spring-loaded idler to relax belt. Tension Ground Drive RH Transaxle Spring Belt LH Transaxle Drive Pulley Idler Pulley Raise Idler Pulley to Hydro Idler Relax Belt...
Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING Fuel Filter Mower Blades Model MBSSD is equipped with in-line fuel filters. Mower blades are removed and remounted as de- Visually inspect the filter periodically, and replace the scribed in the Sharpen Mower Blades instructions filter yearly.
REPLACING/REPAIRING/ Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Reinstall the blades following procedure from Sharp- en Mower Blades instructions. If blades are re- Levers should sit placed, always use Walker original equipment parallel to each other blades to ensure safety and optimum performance. The quality and performance of replacement blades offered by other manufacturers cannot be guar- anteed, they could be dangerous.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Steering Handles Adjustment - Step 2 An adjustment range of approximately 3 in. (76.2 mm) is available on the steering handles - the handles can be adjusted forward or aft depending on the arm length of the operator. The handles can be adjusted by loosening the locknut at the pivot point and the locknut holding the handle in position in the adjustment...
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: If the engine will not start, check and ad- Neutral Travel End just the neutral safety switch (refer to Neutral Switch Adjustment - Step 6). With the FSC in the neutral position and the en- gine running, the wheels should not move. If a drive tire is moving, the Control Rod on that side is out of adjustment.
Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTS Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment - Step 7 Neutral Travel End Adjust FSC Position With Levers FSC Switch - Neutral Adjustment - Step 6 Place the FSC in the full forward position and pull both steering levers back; the FSC lever Place the FSC in neutral position.
ADJUSTMENTS/ Maintenance Instructions ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PTO Clutch NOTE: When making any of the PTO clutch adjustments, it is important that the overall length from the top of the clutch engagement spring to the WARNING lower mounting of the clutch actuator link be 5-1/4 in. (13.3 cm) when engaged.
TRACTOR AND DECK DECALS ITEM PART DESCRIPTION LOCATION REQ’D SD Walker Product and Operation Decals 2802-2 RH Fender Body, RH near Seat 2010-4 Fuel Transfer Transfer Mount 5800-6 Decal, Walker 6-3/4" Rear Body (one on each side) 2802-1 LH Fender Body, LH near Seat 9804 Axle Lockout...
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TRACTOR AND DECK DECALS ® Effective Date 03-31-08 Use only genuine Walker replacement parts.
Deck Support Arm & Hitch Assemblies kit 2430-10. This kit allows the use of all Side Discharge 2300-9 Deck Arm Support Mount Decks with the MBSSD Tractor. 6840-1 Support Arm Bushing (2-1/16) Complete Tilt-Up Latch Assembly Kit available by ordering...
ENGINE GROUP ITEM PART DESCRIPTION ITEM PART DESCRIPTION REQ’D REQ’D Fuel Tank Assembly Choke and Throttle Assemblies 8046-9 Fuel Tank, 5.0 Gallon, Gas 2109-4 Control Cable (65-1/4") (Includes Item # 3) 2108-4 Control Cable (71") 5082-2 Fuel Cap Seal 8123 Insulating Sleeve (3/8 x 6) 5082 Fuel Tank Cap...
60 INCH COMPLETE CARRIER FRAME ASSEMBLY (P/N 2911) ITEM PART DESCRIPTION ITEM PART DESCRIPTION REQ’D REQ’D 2214-10 Rod End, Female (3/8-24) Spring and Pivot Mount Components 2722-3 Pivot Shaft 2744-1 Spring Clip Bracket 2655 Lift Chain 5975-3 Cable Tie (50# x 7") 4407-4 Bow Tie Cotter Pin 5743-1...
LIMITED WARRANTY WALKER MODEL MBSSD RIDER MOWER WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS, AND FOR HOW LONG: Walker Manufacturing company will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any part covered by this warranty which is found to be defective in material and/or workmanship within one (1) year after date of sale to the original retail purchaser unless the product is used for rental purposes, in which case this warranty is limited to ninety (90) days.
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Sound - Model MBS Vibration - Model MBS Sound Test Vibration Level Vibration levels at the operators handles were measured in the vertical, lateral, and Sound test conducted was in accordance 0.2g longitudinal directions using calibrated with 2000/14/EC and was performed on 6 vibration test equipment.