Mean Green Products reserves the right to redesign and change the machine as deemed necessary, without notification. If a change has been made to your machine which is not reflected in this owner’s manual, or the parts manual, see your Mean Green Products dealer for current information and parts Warranty registration The Owner must register the unit by filling out the Warranty Registration Form, provided in the owner’s...
Mean Green Products or an authorized dealer, in writing of the defect. In no event shall such notification be received by Mean Green Products, or an authorized dealer later than twenty-four (24) months from date of delivery. Within a reasonable time after such notification, Mean Green Products, will correct any defect in material or workmanship on the Mean Green Mower by repairing or replacing part(s) with either new or used replacement parts.
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Some products, components or parts not manufactured by Mean Green Products. Repairs made by unauthorized persons. Damage caused by use of the Mean Green Mower for purposes other than those for which it was designed. Damages caused by disasters such as fire, flood, wind, and lightning. Damages caused by neglect, abuse, abnormal use, improper or unreasonable use, accident, negligence, or misuse such as water damage.
ALLOCATION OF RISKS This agreement allocates the risks of product failure between Mean Green Products and the purchaser. This allocation is recognized by both parties and is reflected in the price of the goods.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a message intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal operation and servicing of this equipment. DANGER (red color) – denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING (yellow color) –...
If an attachment or accessory has been installed, make sure current safety signs are visible. • Replacement decals can be ordered from Mean Green’s main office. • Expose the adhesive surface by peeling off the back of the decal and placing it onto a clean dry surface.
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MGUPN074 Blower and Charge Port- This decal indicates where the connector is to alternatively charge the mower or to power the debris blower. MGUPN075 Charger- Shows a port that is used for charging the mower. MGUPN076 Rollover- 1: When the ROPS is down, do not fasten the seatbelt. 2: When the ROPS is up, fasten the seatbelt.
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MGUPN078 ROPS- 1: Wear ear and eye protection when operating the machine. 2: Wear your seatbelt when operating the machine. 3: Read and learn manual. 4: Do not remove the ROPS from the machine. MGUPN079 Electrical Compartment Warnings- 1: Attention 2: Surfaces may be hot to the touch.
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MGUPN235 Stand Decal- Shows areas to place jack stands on the mower. MGUPN315 Left Control Panel- 1: Read and learn manual before operation. 2: Reference the manual. MGUPN316 Right Control Panel: 1: Do not mow around other people. 2: Do not let people ride on the machine during operation. 3: Mow with the chute down to prevent debris from injuring people.
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1: Shutdown operation procedure: Power off, PTO off, handlebars out. 2: When operating in reverse, remember to look behind for any objects or obstacles. 3: Watch out for small children that may be around the machine during operation. 4: Read and learn the manual before operation of the machine. 5: Read manual for further information.
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MGUPN346 Parking Brake- Manual Disengage 1: When the extrusion is facing out, the parking brake is engaged. Remove the bolts to release the parking brake plate from the drive. 2: Flip the parking brake plate and bolt back on drive to disengage parking brake.
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Important: Touch Screen Display Settings Charging Screen Wrong Passcode Pop-up Lock Screen/Pass-code Reset Passcode Pop-up ntry Touch Screen Home Page Display (fig.2A) Fig.2A Fig.2B & 2C: Hi/Low Blades Switch: High Blade Mode is higher blade speed for cutting thicker grass. Low Blade Mode provides lower blade speed used for lower battery consumption on thinner dry grass areas.
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Blade Speed HIGH Blade Speed LOW Fig.2B Fig.2C Fig.2D & 2E: Optional Lights Switch: Turns headlight On and Off when additional light is needed. (Located on display mower application battery page) Light OFF Light ON Fig.2D Fig.2E Fig.2F & 2G: Drive Speed Control Switch – Allows operator to select a comfortable driving speed Low or High depending on terrain, grass conditions, slope, operator experience etc.
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Units: Inches or Millimeters Min Deck Height High Speed Feature Feature ON Feature OFF Active DTC Screen DTC Pop-up Screen...
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Right Side Mower Control Panel (With Operator Seated) Fig.2 Fig.2: PTO Deck Blades ON and OFF Switch: This switch engages the deck blade motors. Pull the switch up to engage blades and push switch down to disengage blade motors. NOTE: There may be a few second delay before blades will start! Fig.2: Optional USB Port for convenient use of electronics.
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Display will indicate battery status and drive conditions. Press DTC fault symbol on display for long message. (Fig. 3A) NOTE: If FAULT occurs, first reset computer by turning mower to OFF position and then to the ON position. If FAULT continues: Call your Mean Green Mowers Dealer Immediately! Fig. 3A IMPORTANT: When battery voltage becomes low, drive motors will slow to “creep”...
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Fig. 5 GREEN: Maintain Speed and Height. YELLOW: Reduce Speed or Raise Deck Slightly. RED: Slow Speed and Raise Deck Slightly **Ensure Inner Deck Is Clear and Blades Are Sharp Before Each Use!! Blade Warning Light System: A 3 light system to assist operator with optimal mowing performance in all grass conditions showing speed and performance of each blade.
NOTE: Once the blade/blades have shut down, the red light will go to a blinking green light or turn off. This will inform the operator that a blade/blades have shut off and will need reset by turning Deck Blades Switch Off, push the control bars out to reset before engaging PTO switch.
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laws while driving machine from one location to another. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Always be alert for hazards such as rocks, metal objects and other debris which may be thrown or entangled by mower blades. Watch out for holes or deep depressions. Inspect area to be mowed for hazards such as rocks, metal objects and other debris which may be thrown or entangled by mower blades.
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Never stop suddenly while backing down slopes. This action may result in a reaction of the machine that can cause serious physical injury. The Mean Green Mower is capable of operating horizontally (traverse) on moderate slopes. When operating on slopes up to 20 degrees, be aware of any conditions that may cause the mower drive tires to lose traction resulting in a possible loss of control of the machine.
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4. Buildings 5. Rocks These are just a few examples of situations when caution must be used when operating on a slope. There are many other possibilities too numerous to mention. Just remember to always exercise extreme caution when operating on any slope. Fig.25A...
It should be repaired immediately if it malfunctions. Call a Mean Green Dealer immediately! The machine incorporates a separate seat switch which will stop the drive system and deck motors when the operator is unseated for any reason while the mower is operating. This is a safety feature designed to prevent runaway or accidental entanglement.
Driving the mower DANGER: Never make sudden stops or reverse direction, especially when maneuvering on a slope. The steering is designed for SENSITIVE response. Rapid movement of the steering control levers in either direction could result in a reaction of the machine that can cause serious injury. WARNING: Make sure seat pan is securely locked in place down prior to each use to prevent seat from moving/tilting in the event of mower tipping or rollover.
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SMOOTH TRAVEL The lever controls of the Zero Turn are responsive! The BEST method of handling the ground speed control levers is in three steps – as shown in Figure 11. FIRST place your hands onto the levers as shown. SECOND, to go forward gradually push the levers forward with your palms.
PRACTICE TURNING IN PLACE To turn in place, “Zero Turn”, gradually move one handle bar forward from neutral and one handle bar back from neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times. NOTE: Changing the amount each lever is pulled – forward or back, changes the ‘pivot point” you turn on. Advanced Driving EXECUTING AN END OF ROW ZERO TURN...
Steering Control Bars to NEUTRAL position for brakes to engage, and TURN mower to OFF position. Call your Mean Green Products dealer to resolve problem before continuing to operate. WARNING: The unit’s steering control bars are very responsive: Easy does it! For smooth operation, move controls slowly, avoid sudden movement.
Raise the cutting height of the mower if the grass is slightly taller than normal or if it contains a high degree of moisture. Then mow it again with the cutting height set lower. Deck cutting height adjustment Deck height is adjustable from 1.5”- 5.5” in. Simply push the display deck height button on the left control panel up or down in ¼”...
Anti-scalp wheels Anti-scalp wheel kits are standard on Mean Green Mower units. These anti-scalp wheels are designed to minimize scalping when mowing on rough uneven terrain. After setting the cutting height, adjust the anti- scalp wheels so they extend below the deck but do not contact the ground. They should always be at least 1/4”...
Fig.6B MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safe Servicing Practices This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious injury or death. NOTE: Always turn mower OFF and turn battery disconnect switch to OFF when any maintenance or repairs are performed on mower unit! Service Park the mower on level ground.
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Wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them. Use only genuine Mean Green Mower parts to ensure that original standards are maintained. NOTE: Always turn mower OFF and turn battery disconnect switch OFF when any maintenance or repairs are performed on mower unit! Always disconnect batteries when transporting unit.
Failure to correctly torque these items may result in the loss of a wheel or blade, which can cause serious damage or personal injury. Call your Mean Green Products Dealer for assistance. Torque values are given below: Ft.-lbs.
Lubrication Use SAE multi-purpose grease for front wheel bearings for no flat tires. IMPORTANT: Recommended maintenance at the beginning of each mowing season AND every 50 hours of operation. Fig.5A Electrical system Electrical This mower operates on a 48-volt electrical system. Refer to the section of this manual for detailed information.
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Seat Release Latch (Fig.5E) (located left & right side of mower behind seat) 1. Slide seat forward. 2.Push forward on seat latch and lift up on rear of seat. IMPORTANT: NEVER expose electrical system to water when seat is in the UP position! FILTER CLEANING MAINTENANCE SUPPLEMENT CXR-52 &...
Battery Compartment OPEN/CLOSE Handle and Battery Lock (Fig.6G) Depress button and LIFT UP on battery compartment cover to access Lithium Energy Modules (LEMs). PUSH DOWN on cover and depress latch until it clicks to secure battery compartment cover when operating mower.
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out of balance, true it up before reinstalling. Lay the blade on a flat surface and check for distortion. Replace any distorted blade. Mower blade installation (Refer to Fig.20A-F) Do not re-use spindle bolts which have stripped, worn or undercut threads. Make sure that the blade adapter is seated properly on the blade motor shaft before tightening the blade cap screw.
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See Figure 20F for a typical deck configuration and proper blade placement and rotation. Fig.20F NOTE: Front two blades rotate counter clockwise when mulching baffles are installed and when no mulching baffles are installed! (Fig. 20G) Fig. 20G...
7. Lithium Energy Modules (LEMs) (1) Component Maintenance IMPORTANT: Maintenance for the various electrical components found on the Mean Green Mower should only be performed by a Mean Green Products trained technician. IMPORTANT: When battery voltage becomes low, drive motors will slow to “creep” mode (2mph). When the batteries discharge to this point, they require recharging.
Battery Maintenance Your Mean Green Mower is powered by 1 Lithium Module (LEM) which, when maintained properly, will provide years of useful life. For proper care, adhere to the instructions on page 47. WARNING: Charge only with a Mean Green Mower approved charger. Do not use battery chargers other than those recommended by Mean Green Products.
Fig. S1 Fig.S2 Charging Recommendations: ** See page 48 Lithium Energy Module Maintenance and Care** Proper Connection and Disconnection of Charger Units: 1) Connect the charger to the mower charging port with the Red Anderson Connector in front or rear. (Fig.S1or S2) Note: Mower will not drive when charger is plugged into any charge port.
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Refer to Figure S5. ***Always refer to the Charger Manual for more information about the proper operation of the charger or call Mean Green Customer Service at: 513-738-4736 Fig. S3...
The blade(s) are not sharp. Sharpen the blades. A cutting blade(s) is/are bent. Install new cutting blade(s). The deck is not level - Contact your Mean Green Products Dealer. The underside of the deck is dirty. Clean the underside of the deck. Tires improperly inflated. Adjust air pressure to proper psi. A blade spindle is bent.
Mower will not start Check that push button start is pressed ON. Check all battery connections by making sure red battery disconnect switch is turned ON. Make sure batteries are charged. Mower drives stop due to low charge & mower will not move or moves in “creep” mode Turn blades off, turn mower OFF, wait approximately 5 seconds and then back to ON (this resets computer) If manual operation is needed to return to charging station or to move mower without battery power, both Manual Brake Release Hubs to release drive brakes and push or tow mower slowly.
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Lithium Energy Module Maintenance and Care IMPORTANT In order to prolong the battery module cycle life and make sure the module stays in good condition, please read the following instructions: 1. Whenever a battery pack is fully discharged and automatically turned off, DO NOT USE IT AGAIN until it is recharged.
ROPS (Roll Over Protection System) 1. When the roll bar is in the down position, do not buckle up when operating the mower. 2. When the roll bar is up, keep the seatbelt fastened. 3. When moving fast, do not make sharp turns. 4.
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