Exmark Lawn Mower Service & Support (2024)

FAQs

What is the life expectancy of an Exmark mower? ›

Lazer E and S Series units from 1250 hours to 2500 hours. Lazer X Series units from 1500 hours to 2500 hours. Radius E Series units from 500 hours to 750 hours. Radius S Series units from 750 hours to 1000 hours.

Sharpening/Replacing mower blades (recommended every 25 hours or seasonally) Changing the oil (recommended every 50 hours of operation or seasonally) Changing the oil filter (recommended every 100 hours of operation or seasonally)

One question that often arises is whether Toro makes Exmark mowers or if Exmark makes Toro mowers. In fact, Toro acquired Exmark in 1997, making Exmark a subsidiary of Toro. As a result, Exmark mowers are now manufactured by Toro and are part of the Toro product lineup.

If the PTO clutch is not getting power, if the clutch solenoid is defective, or if the clutch is worn out, the lawn mower blades will not engage. The PTO clutch is not repairable—if the clutch is defective, you must replace it.

We put on about 500 to 600 hours in one season. New2TheGreenIndustry: I would plan on a mower running 2,000 hours minimum. How long it lasts after that depends on how well it's been maintained.

Perform a complete engine tune-up at least once per year to keep your zero-turn riding mower running smoothly. The engine tune-up includes these essential steps: Clean or replace the air filter to prevent dust and debris from damaging the engine.

How Many Hours Should A Riding Mower Last? Most riding mowers last between 500-700 hours, although some can run for as much as 1,000 hours if cared for and maintained properly.

When choosing lawn mower oil, use a high-quality detergent oil classified as "For Service SF, SG, SH, SJ" or higher. Do not use special additives. Synthetic oils are an acceptable oil at all temperatures. The use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil change intervals.

You should replace the hydraulic fluid in your zero-turn mower after 1,200 hours of use. Difference between hydraulic fluid and hydrostatic oil?

As you may know, Toro and Exmark are the same company. Most of their parts are interchangeable and the Exmark Radius may have a few more features than the Toro. However, they are very similar machines and the extra monthly payment may not be worth it.

Is Exmark made in the USA? ›

The company began its manufacturing operation with seven employees in a garage-type building located just south of Beatrice, Nebraska. In 1983, the company relocated to its present location in the Gage County Industrial Park in Beatrice.

The PTO clutch will not engage or disengage

You'll need to disassemble and inspect the clutch to see what's wrong and replace parts as needed. To prevent this from happening, never slip the clutch for more than 3 seconds without allowing clutch to fully cool and check and adjust engagement torque frequently.

If your lawnmower blades aren't spinning but you can hear that the motor is running just fine, then the problem will most likely be the drive belt. The drive belt can become worn down or broken over time, preventing the blades from turning.

At the time that the engine starts to surge, loosen the cap and see if it smooths out. When the blades are engaged, it puts the engine under a heavy load and needs more fuel demand. There could be a restriction in the tank that is cutting off some fuel flow.

Average Life Span of a Zero-Turn Mower

On average, zero-turn mowers can last anywhere from 5–15 years.

Push or Self-Propelled: Which Runs Longer? Battery push mowers typically last about 10 minutes longer than comparable self-propelled mowers using the same battery type. That's because push mowers don't need to use their battery power for their propulsion as self-propelled mowers do.

Purchase an Exmark Lazer Z Diesel mower with confidence by taking advantage of the protection Exmark provides for you with our five year limited warranty. Now standard on all Exmark Lazer Z Diesel mowers sold in the U.S. or Canada. For complete details, visit your local dealer.

On average, you can expect a heavy-duty riding mower to have a 5-year to an 8-year lifespan for residential use. For professional-grade mowers that see heavy commercial use, that lifespan is between 4 years and 5 years. The closer your mower is to those milestones, the more strongly you need to consider replacing it.