Rev: Mar2011 T URF BEAST Finish Mower36FB, 54FBTURF BEASTContentsSafety Information and Warnings ......................................................................... 1Operation Safety Precautions ...............................................................................2Safety Decals ............................................................................................................3Product Specifications ........................................................................................... 4Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components ....................................................5Assembly InstructionsStep 1: Front Wheel Assembly ....................................................................... 6Step 2: Mower Assembly ................................................................................7Step 3: Wire Harness Assembly and Connections ..................................... 8Step 4: Throttle and Choke Cable Connections ........................................... 8Step 5: Fuel Tank Connections ....................................................................... 9Step 6: Brake Set-up .........................................................................................9Operating InstructionsStarting the Engine......................................................................................... 10Operating the Mower .....................................................................................10Disengaging Hydrostatic Drive Units ...........................................................11Return to Neutral .............................................................................................11Mowing ............................................................................................................ 12Changing the Height of Cut ........................................................................... 13Removing the Blades ..................................................................................... 13Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement ..............................................14General Maintenance ........................................................................................... 15Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................ 16Service Adjustments ..............................................................................................17Lubrication Points.................................................................................................. 19Deck Interchange ...................................................................................................19Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................20Limited Warranty and Service ............................................................................. 22About the TURF BEAST Mower ManualCongratulations on the purchase of your new TURF BEAST commercial mower. We at GXi Outdoor Power are confidentthat this mower will provide excellent performance, outstanding quality, and great durability when operated andmaintained as directed in this manual.1. This manual contains assembly, operating, safety, adjustment, maintenance, and troubleshooting instructions.BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER, CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRITY.2. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the mower. It must be available to all operators and/orperson(s) servicing the mower. Should the mower be resold, this manual must remain with the mower.3. All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time of thepublication. GXi Outdoor Power reserves the right to add, delete or modify specifications and/or designs withoutnotice.4. If you ever have questions in regards to the operation, maintenance or safety of your mower, please contact theGXi Parts & Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3221.