MK Martin Pulsar PTM48 User manual
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Do not attempt to operate the equipment without thoroughly
reviewing this manual for safe and proper operation.
Pulsar UTV Mower.070521
Operator’s Manual
Keep this manual with the machine at all times
PRINTED IN CANADA
Rough Cut 48” Tow Mower,
Model PTM48
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Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE) is required when operating
or maintaining this machine.
SNL00001
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Intended Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
California Proposition 65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Accident Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Safe Work Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Transport Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Storage Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Gas Motor Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Safety Label Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
If labels need to be replaced: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Safety Label Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tongue assembly:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Battery Terminal assembly: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Pulsar UTV Mower Components . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Throttle / Choke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Ignition Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Briggs & Stratton Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Remote e-Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Mowing Height Adjustment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjustable Tow-bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Safe Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Attach the Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Preparation for Mowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Inspect the mower: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adding fuel: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Start the Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Stop the Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
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Placing in Storage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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Maintenance Safety Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
General Mower Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Wheel Bushings:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
General Mower Lubrication: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Grease: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Lubricate: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Remove Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Install Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Blade Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Swing Knife Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Knife Disk Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Remove. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Install. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cleaning the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Jump Starting Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Bolt Torque Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
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Warranty
Eective on products retailed on or after November 1, 2017
Two Year Limited Consumer Warranty
Five Year Limited Consumer Warranty on Gearboxes
90 Day Limited Commercial Warranty including Gearboxes
Commercial includes rental and industrial applications.
Warranty begins at the time of customer delivery and is activated upon warranty registration receipt
at MK Martin Enterprise Inc.
Warranty coverage is null and void unless the Warranty Registration form has been completed
in full and is on le at
MK Martin Enterprise Inc.
Keep your registration copy in a safe place, it is required as proof of warranty activation.
This new and unused product is warranted by
MK Martin Enterprise Inc.
to be free from defects inmaterial and workmanship under
normal use and regular service as described in the owner’s manual, for a consumer period of 2 years and 5 years for gearboxes,
from the date of delivery, and commercial period of 90 days, including gearboxes, from the date of delivery. Warranty is limited to
the replacement of parts and / or repair of the product.
If issues develop within the warranty period with the product, contact the local dealer from which you purchased the unit. Only
MK
Martin
authorized dealers may make repairs to the product or aect the replacement of defective parts, unless otherwise approved
by
MK Martin
. Repairs / replacement will be done at no charge within a reasonable time after the receipt of the product.
This warranty does not cover the following items:
1. Normal replacement of service items.
2. Normal maintenance or adjustments.
3. Machines or parts lost or damaged during shipment,
4. Accessory items / parts not supplied by
MK Martin
5. Damages resulting from:
misuse, negligence, accident, theft or re
use of improper or insucient fuel, uids or lubricants
use of after market parts or accessories, unless approved by
MK Martin
modications, alteration, tampering or improper repair
any device or accessories installed by other than an authorized dealer.
6. Tires are covered by the manufacturer of the tire and the warranty period specied by that manufac-
turer. Please contact the tire manufacturer for warranty on these items.
MK Martin Enterprise Inc.
shall not, in any event, be liable for any losses, damages or costs; to include prots, travel, transportation,
pick up, delivery, towing cost, tow vehicle, loss of use, whether special, incidental, consequential or otherwise, in any way. Unit or
parts are returned at the customer’s expense.
Include a copy of your completed Warranty Registration form with any claim as proof of warranty activation.
There are no warranties, expressed or implied, other than those specied herein. No agent, employee or other person has any
authority to vary any of the foregoing provisions.
Warranty coverage is null and void unless the Warranty Registration form has been completed in full and is on le at MK Martin Enterprise Inc.
Warranty begins at the time of customer delivery and is activated upon Warranty Registration receipt at MK Martin Enterprise Inc.
3950 Steer Rd. Elmira Ontario, Canada N3B 2Z3 Email : [email protected] Fax : (519)-664-3695 Tel : (519)-664-2752
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Thank you for purchasing your new Your mower has been designed and manufactured to give you
many years of dependable service. Series unique design helps to increase productivity by ensuring safe, eective
and speedy completion of snow clearing at your job site.
The is self powered with a 19 HP Briggs & Stratton engine with two rotors, each with 3 knives. With
adjustable height and positionable oset towing, the UTV mower is designed for rough cutting of long grass, weeds,
brush, even saplings up to 3/4” diameter. Excellent for trails, elds and other overgrown properties.
Safe, ecient and trouble free operation of your requires that you or any other person, who will be
assembling, operating, maintaining or working with this product, are required to read and completely understand the
information and instructions contained in this manual.
If anyone does not fully understand every part of this manual, please obtain further assistance by contacting the dealer
from which this product was purchased or by contacting MK Martin with the information listed on the cover of this manual.
Keep this operators manual available for reference by the operator and to pass on to new owners and or operators .
Assembly may be required depending on how you purchased your mower Follow the assembly procedures as outlined in
the assembly section.
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in safely operating and maintaining your in a safe manner.
Read this manual carefully to obtain valuable information and instructions that will help you achieve safe and dependable
service. The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but due to possible engineering
and or production changes, this product may vary slightly in detail. MK Martin reserves the right to update and or change
components as necessary without notication.
In this manual the may be referred to as mower, rough cut mower or implement.
UTV refers to any power unit attached to a MK Martin mower.
The MK Martin is intended for attachment and use on qualied power units (UTV, ATV, lawn tractor
or small agricultural tractor) for the sole purpose of rough cutting grass, weeds, brush and saplings up to 1.9 cm (3/4”) in
diameter.
You may see a warning label like the following:
This warning is required by California Proposition 65 (Prop 65), which is meant to notify California residents of exposures
to Prop 65-listed chemicals. For more information go to ‘www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Model Number _________________________________________________________
Serial Number _________________________________________________________
The serial number for your Pulsar mower is
located on the right side of the control panel.
Please record your serial number here as a
handy reference. In case of warranty issues, your
dealer will ask for the serial number to verify your
warranty.
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
www.P65 Warnings.ca.gov
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This Safety Alert Symbol means:
The Safety Alert symbol identies important safety messages on the implement and in the
manual. When you see this symbol, read and understand the message, be alert to the potential
hazard in the message. Follow the instructions in the safety message.
Throughout this manual, the terms are used to indicate the degree of
hazard to personnel if proper safety procedures and guidelines are not followed. The appropriate term for each message
has been selected using the following guide-lines:
In the owners manual, when a hazard is present you will see a safety message box. The box may contain:
• The safety alert symbol,
• The safety term
• The safety hazard
• The safety hazard explanation
When applicable you may also see the appropriate safety label displayed with the message, as shown below.
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The top rail and beam form a poten-
tial pinch point, be aware of where
hands and feet are while adjusting
the top rail. SL00002
Safety Label
Safety Alert
Safety Hazard
Safety Term
Safety Hazard Explanation
The safety information given in this manual does not replace any safety codes, insurance needs, government and local laws.
- Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury, and includes most extreme situations typically for implement com-
ponents which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
- Indicates a situation that could result in damage to the implement or other property.
YOUR HELP!
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your implement. YOU must ensure that you and anyone
else who is going to use, maintain or work around the implement be familiar with the work and maintenance procedures
and related SAFETY information contained in this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step through your working
day and alerts you to all good safety practices that should be used.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you. Make
these practices an eective part of your day to day work habits. Be certain that EVERYONE using this implement is
familiar with the recommended maintenance and work procedures and follow all the safety precautions. Most accidents
can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
YOU
YOU
•Familiarize yourself, and anyone else
who will operate, maintain, or work around
this product, with the safety and operation
information contained in this manual.
• Read and understand the safety labeling which
appears on the implement.
• Have a rst-aid kit available for use should
the need arise and know how to use it.
• Pay attention to the job at hand. Do not let your mind
lose concentration on what you are doing. No accident
prevention program can be successful without the
wholehearted cooperation of the person who is
directly responsible for the operation of the implement.
• Have a re extinguisher available for use should
the need arise and know how to use it.
• Reduce the risk of injury or death by following all
safety precautions and by using good safety practices.
• Accidents can to be prevented: that prevention will
come from equipment operators who accept their
complete responsibility and anticipate the results of
their actions.
• Never exceed the limits of the implement. Safety of
the operator and safe operation are the main concerns
in designing a safe product, however ignoring
implement specications by the operator can result in
a accident which could have been prevented.
•Do not allow riders on the implement,
loaded or empty.
•Do not operate this implement under the
inuence of drugs or alcohol.
• Be responsible for the SAFE operation and
MAINTENANCE of YOUR implement.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
(PPE). This list includes but is not limited to:
• Hard hat
• Heavy gloves
• Hearing Protection
• Protective foot wear
• Protective eye wear
• Safety Vest
Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the chief concerns in developing and designing equipment. However,
every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more cautious
approach to handling equipment.
You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section. To avoid personal
injury or death, study the following precautions and insist those working with you, or for you to follow them.
In addition to the design and conguration of this implement, including safety labels and safety devices, hazard control
and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, and proper training of personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the implement. Refer also to safety messages and operation instruction
in each of the appropriate sections of the tractor and implement manuals. Pay close attention to the safety labeling axed
to the implement.
1. In order to provide a better view, certain illustrations
in this manual may show an assembly with a safety
device removed. However, equipment should never be
used in this condition. Keep all safety devices in place,
if removal becomes necessary for repairs, replace the
device prior to use.
2. Replace any safety label or instruction sign that is
unreadable or is missing. Location of safety signs is
indicated in this manual.
3. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can
hinder alertness or coordination while using this
implement. Consult your doctor about using this
implement while taking prescription medications.
4. Under no circumstances should young children be
allowed to work with this implement.
5. This implement is dangerous to persons unfamiliar
with its operation. Do not allow persons to use or
assemble this unit until they have read this manual
and have developed a thorough understanding of the
safety precautions and of how it works. Review the
safety instructions with all users annually.
6. If the elderly are assisting with work, their physical
limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
Assistants should be a responsible, properly trained
and physically able person familiar with machinery
and trained in this implement’s operations.
7. Never exceed the limits of the implement. If its ability
to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question - DON’T
TRY IT.
8. Do not modify the implement in any way. Unauthorized
modication may result in serious injury or death and
may impair the function and life of the implement.
• Train all new personnel with the instructions alongside
the implement. Be certain only a properly trained and
physically able person will use the machinery.
• Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to
careless injuries. If this implement is used by any
person other than yourself, or is loaned or rented, it is
the implement owner’s responsibility to make certain
that the operator, prior to using:
• Reads and understands the operator’s manuals.
• Is instructed in safe and proper use of the implement
• If the elderly are assisting with the work, their physical
limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
A person who has not been trained or has not read and understood all use and safety instructions is not qualied to use
the implement. An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
• Operators or maintenance personnel who are not fully
able to read and understand this manual should not
operate or work on the implement:
• Make certain that all operators and maintenance
personnel have complete understanding of the full and
exact contents of this manual and safety labeling.
• ALL information contained in this manual and labeling
on the implement must be conveyed CLEARLY and
FULLY, in order to be able to operate safely and
knowledgeably.
• Review the implement and instructions regularly with
existing workers.
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1. Inspect implement for shipping damage. If damage
does exist, do not use. Notify your dealer immediately
to have damaged parts replaced or repaired.
2. Assembly may be required depending on how you
purchased your equipment. Follow the assembly
procedures as outlined in the manual, ensure all
hardware is secure.
3. Inspect all fasteners that they are not lose or missing.
Ensure fasteners and wheel bolts are torqued
according to the torque chart at the back of this
manual
4. Ensure that all applicable safety decals are installed
and legible.
5. Personal protection equipment (PPE) including hard
hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are
recommended during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, cleaning,
or moving the unit. Do not allow long hair, loose tting
clothing or jewelry to be around equipment.
6. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY
CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!
Gas or diesel powered equipment can often be noisy
enough to cause permanent, partial hearing loss. We
recommend that you wear hearing protection on a full-
time basis. Noise over 85dB on a long-term basis can
cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90db adjacent
to the Operator over a long-term basis may cause
permanent, total hearing loss.
7. When not attached to the power unit block the
implement to prevent movement.
1. NEVER allow helpers or bystanders under or near the
machine.
2. Ensure the implement is securely attached to the
power unit before moving.
3. Inspect all fastening devices, do not use if worn or
damaged.
4. Make sure that bystanders and children are clear
before using or moving the implement.
5. NEVER position yourself between the power unit and
the implement while the power unit is running
6. Avoid distractions: wait until it is safe to operate
mobile communication equipment such as cell
phones, text messaging devices, pagers or two-
way radios: always give undivided attention to the
machine, the job at hand and your surroundings.
7. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
8. Watch for trac when mowing near roadways.
9. Do not permit riders while operating this implement.
10. Shut o the mower and exercise extreme caution
when on or crossing drives, walks, or roads.
11. Where possible, avoid operating near ditches,
embankments and holes.
12. Operate the machine up and down the face of slopes.
13. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
14. NEVER operate on slopes greater than 20 degrees. or
wet or slippery slopes.
15. NEVER park the power unit on a steep grade or slope
16. Always wear the seat belt, if equipped, when mowing,
sudden contact with a hidden object can result in
serious personal injury.
17. Before beginning the job inspect areas to be mowed
for potential hazards, and mark obstructions with
stakes that will be seen in long grass or brush.
18. Avoid cutting wet grass or brush.
19. If the machine makes an unusual noise or vibration
or if there are obstructions underneath the machine,
shut o the power unit and the mower engine. Wait
ve (5) minutes for the engine to cool. Disconnect the
spark plug and then inspect the machine for clogs or
loose parts. Clear any obstructions and repair and/or
replace damaged parts.
20. NEVER operate the mower when under the inuence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
21. Keep all shields and guards in place.
22. Do not ll fuel tank while engine is running or hot.
23. Use the remote E-STOP to stop the blade rotation
quickly.
Not all work spaces are the same, but the principles
presented here can be applied to any work space.
Survey the work site, remove debris and make note of
nearby or overhead obstructions, knowing your work area
will make the clearing job easier and safer.
Where possible, avoid operating near ditches,
embankments and holes.
For worker safety a preseason site visit is recommended.
Make a site clearing plan to identify hidden obstacles,
structures and dangerous incline areas. Sudden impact
from obstacles hidden in the grass may cause injury.
Be aware of:
or any one not directly involved with the
work are only allowed outside of the work area, minimized
hazards.
helping the operator must wear the appropriate
PPE and must always make eye contact with the operator
before entering the work area. Unauthorized Workers or
bystanders are not allowed in the work area. Hazards are
present.
, do not operate the mower outside of the
operator area.
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility, follow the
maintenance schedule. Poor maintenance is an
invitation to trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
• Keep service area clean and dry.
• Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded.
• Use adequate light for the job at hand.
3. Never work under or around the implement unless it is
blocked securely.
4. Use personal protection equipment (PPE) such as
eye, hand and hearing protectors.
5. Never adjust, service, clean or lubricate the implement
until all power is shut o when attached to the tow
unit.
6. Ensure hardware is torqued according to the torque
chart at the back of this manual.
7. Disconnect battery ground cable before servicing any
part of the electrical system.
8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blades or wear
gloves and use extra caution when servicing.
1. Charge the battery at the proper rate. Trickle
charger is recommended. Overcharging could create
excessive gassing.
2. Provide adequate air circulation when charging
battery. Do not charge battery in any other container
besides the supplied battery box.
3. Do not place batteries in close proximity to objects
which can produce sparks or ames.
4. Do not expose battery case to organic solvents or
adhesives.
5. Do not attempt to disassemble batteries. Contact with
sulfuric acid may cause harm.
6. Avoid contact with battery electrolyte:
Flush immediately with water.
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Get
prompt medical attention. Clean up any spilled
electrolyte immediately.
7. Do not throw batteries into re. Batteries may rupture
or explode. Recycle or dispose of batteries in an
environmentally safe fashion.
8. To avoid injury from spark or short circuit, disconnect
battery ground cable before servicing any part of the
electrical system.
9. DO NOT charge a frozen battery. Frozen batteries
can explode and result in death or serious injury. Let
battery thaw before charging.
1. Store the unit in an area away from human activity.
2. Do not allow children to play on or around the stored
implement.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Cover if stored
outside.
4. Guard any sharp corners.
5. Ensure components and safety features are not
damaged and in good condition before storing the
implement. Make repairs now to be ready for the
following season.
6. Secure the implement to prevent unwanted
movement.
1. Mower should be transported from job to job with the
use of a trailer attached to a motor vehicle.
2. Do not tow mower with a truck or passenger car,
mower is not designed for travel on public roads or
highway speeds. Loss of control resulting in death,
serious injury or property damage.
Before starting engine, read and understand the operating and maintenance instructions that came with your engine.
1. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and
deadly poison.
2. DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or rotating
parts.
3. DO NOT store, spill, or use gasoline near an open
ame, or devices such as a stove, furnace, or water
heater which use a pilot light or devices which can
create a spark.
4. DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not well
ventilated. Outdoor refuelling is preferred.
5. DO NOT refuel while engine is running. Allow engine
to cool for 5 minutes before refuelling. Store fuel in
approved safety containers.
6. DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is running.
7. DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move
machine away from the spill and avoid creating any
ignition until gasoline has been cleaned up.
8. DO NOT smoke while lling fuel tank.
9. DO NOT choke carburettor to stop engine. Whenever
possible, gradually reduce engine speed before
stopping.
10. DO NOT run engine above rated speeds. This may
result in injury.
11. DO NOT tamper with governor springs, governor
links or other parts which may increase the governed
speed.
12. DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug
wire removed.
13. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. If
engine is ooded, crank until engine starts.
14. DO NOT operate engine without a muer. Inspect
periodically and replace, if necessary.
15. DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation of
grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible materials in
the muer area.
16. DO NOT touch hot muer, cylinder or ns because
contact may cause burns.
Safety labeling is an important part of the overall safe use of the implement. Safety labeling alerts and warns against
potential injury or death, and is important to follow these points to help keep your implement safe for you and others who
may be using it.
• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
• Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).
• Determine exact position before you remove the backing paper.
• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
• Align the sign over the specied area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing in place.
• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in place.
• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of sign backing paper.
• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety signs that are missing or have become
illegible.
• Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should
also display the current sign.
• Safety signs are available from your authorized
Distributor or the factory order desk.
SL00004
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Caution: read and understand ALL safety and
operating instructions in the manual, read and
understand ALL safety labels located on the
machine. The most important safety device on
this equipment is an informed SAFE operator.
Danger: Keep hands and feet away from
mower deck and discharge openings while
machine is operating. Wait for all moving
parts to come to a complete stop before
clearing obstructions. Risk of amputation
could result. Do not operate machine without
shields in place. If shield is removed, replace it
before operating machine.
Warning: Risk of injury from ying objects.
Stay clear of mower deck material discharge
chute. Machine can expel objects fast enough
to cause injury. Impact or impalement could
result.
Warning: Do not step, stand or rode on mower
deck. Deck is not designed to support weight.
Risk of fall injury and machine damage could
result.
Warning: Shut o engine and remove the key.
If the engine is not shut o during maintenance
procedures, Risk of serious injury or death
could result
Caution: Extremely ammable. Do not
refuel the machine while smoking or near
open ame or sparks. Risk of explosion,
serious injury from burns could result.
Caution: Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
is required when operating or maintaining this
machine. Failure to wear PPE will result in
personal injury.
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SL00035
SL00037
MK0002
SL00033
Caution: Keep hands or limbs away from
rotating parts. Do not operate machine without
shields in place. If shield is removed, replace it
before operating machine. Risk of crushing or
amputation could result.
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
www.P65 Warnings.ca.gov
Notice: This label is required by
California Proposition 65 (Prop 65),
which is meant to notify California
residents of exposures to Prop 65-listed
chemicals.
Right View
Left View
If safety labels have been damaged or removed, new
labels must be applied. New safety signs are available
from your dealer or contact MK Martin
Safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations below. Good safety practice requires that
you familiarize yourself with the label and the safety message it is delivering. Be aware of the equipment or particular
equipment feature that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
SL00004
SNL00001H
SL00036 SL00035
SL00036
SL00036
SL00033H
SL00037H
SL00037
SL00036
SL00033
SNL00001H
SL00036 SL00035 SL00037
MK0002
SL00033H
SL00033
51.41 "
145.68 "
26.61 "
130.8 cm
51.5”
68 cm
26.75”
370 cm 145.75”
Model PTM48
Engine Brand Briggs & Stratton with solenoid fuel shutoff
Engine Power 19 Horse Power
Starting System Electric key start
Fuel Tank 11.35 litre (3 US gallon) capacity with fuel gauge
Battery 12 Volt, 340 CCA, vented lead acid
Deck Rear discharge
Deck Thickness 10 ga
Tow Bar 157.5 cm (62") offset adjustable bar, left or right
mounting, with clevis hitch
Blade Assembly
Dual Rotors each with 3 spring steel special hardened
reversable swing knives
Drive
B-76 V belt on dual blade pulleys with sping tension
idler and electric clutch drive with safety brake
Cut Width 119.5 cm (47")
Cut Height Infinite ratchet adjustable: 5 cm to 18 cm (2" to 7")
Wheels
13 x 5.00 x 6 NHS Flat Free Solid Core Turf Tire
Front - swivel
Rear - fixed
Weight 326.5 kg (720 lbs)
Depending on how you ordered your machine, some minor assembly may be required. To assemble your implement
please follow the assembly instructions below
Before beginning assembly or putting the UTV Mower into service the rst time, inspect the machine for shipping damage.
If damage does exist, do not use. Notify your dealer immediately to have damaged parts replaced or repaired.
If you received your machine assembled, inspect machine for damaged or loosened parts. If damaged or loosened parts
exist, do not use. Notify your dealer immediately to have aected parts replaced or repaired.
The MK Martin UTV Mower is shipped from the factory without the tongue attached to the mower frame and the negative
terminal disconnected from the battery.
Left Hitch mount
bracket
Tongue assembly
Pin assembly
Lynch pin
• Ensure the ignition is turned o and the key removed
and pocketed.
• Remove the battery cover.
• Find the negative battery terminal and remove the
nut and bolt, ensure the terminal is clean and dry.
• Find the negative battery lead cable, ensure the ring
terminal is clean and dry.
• Fit it up to the negative battery terminal and secure
with the nut and bolt. 11.25 - 13.55 nm torque (8.3 -
10 lb-ft torque)
• Replace and secure the battery cover.
: Tongue may be mounted on the left or right side of
the mower
• Remove the lynch pin and pin assembly from the hitch
mount bracket.
• Find the tongue assembly and line up the mounting
holes to the hitch mount bracket and insert the pin
assembly and secure it with the lynch pin.
• At the hitch mount bracket grease zerk, pump in
grease till it begins to ow out the ends of the pin
assembly.
• Test the tongue assembly for free movement.
!
Poison / Danger - causes severe burns.
Battery contains sulphuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Keep
out of reach of children.
!
Prevent potential strain injury, use approved
lifting equipment or ask for help when lifting or
moving heavy, bulky parts.
Negative battery
terminal
The Pulsar UTV mower is designed for rough cut creating and maintaining trails, and managing your open elds.
The owner or operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all the features of the mower and know how to operate
them. Each owner or operator must train all other operators before they start working with the machine.
Read this section carefully to learn how to use the mower safely and how to set it to provide maximum eld eciency.
By following instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your Pulsar mower will provide many years of
trouble-free service.
Do not operate this mower if you are not familiar with its features.
The Pulsar UTV mower is illustrated below, showing its basic components and features. Review the various components
and their position, the names of the components will be used to describe where they are and how they work through out
the manual.
11.4 litre (3 gallon)
fuel tank with fuel
gauge
Ratchet style mower
deck height adjuster:
5 cm to 18 cm (2” to 7”)
Control panel,
throttle and keyed
start switch
12v battery
Cabled remote
blade e-stop
360° swivel
front wheels
Oset adjustable
tow bar
19HP Professional
Series Briggs
& Stratton Engine with
electric start.
Solid core
at free turf
tires
Clevis hitch - 5/8”
diameter
Left or right
side tow bar
mounting
This lever controls the engine speed and choke. Push
the lever to the left to increase engine speed and right to
decrease. For starting push the lever all the way to the left
to engage the choke, then reposition to the desired speed.
This key-operated switch controls the electric power to the
engine.
– Turn key fully counterclockwise to stop the
electrical system power and turn the engine o.
– Turn key clockwise to detent at the RUN position.
This is the position where the engine will continue to run.
– Turn key fully clockwise to the last spring-loaded
detent position to engage the starter solenoid and start the
engine. Release the key when the engine starts and it will
return to the RUN position.
Cabled e-Stop stops the rotation of the cutting blades
while allowing the engine to continue to run.
For safety the mower cannot be started when the e-stop is
activated (blades engaged).
depress the red e-stop button, and
the clutch pulley is from the engine drive
shaft and the clutch brake will quickly bring the blades to
a stop.
lift the red e-stop button, and the blade
clutch pulley is to the engine drive shaft and the
blades begin to rotate.
The e-stop is tethered to the mower control panel by a 450
cm (180” inch) long cable and features a magnetic bottom
to facilitate easy mounting on your UTV.
Blades
disengaged
Blades
engaged
Throttle
Ignition
switch
!
Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE) is required when operating
or maintaining this machine.
SNL00001
19HP Professional Series Briggs & Stratton Engine
features electric start and solenoid fuel shut-o.
Please refer to the Briggs & Stratton engine
owners manual under ‘Operation’ for further detail
concerning the safe operation of the engine.
The ratchet style adjuster provides easy adjustment of the
cutting height between 5 cm to 18 cm (2” to 7”).
Move the ratchet pawl to the
correct position, ratchet the handle towards the side of
the mower frame to the desired height.
Move the ratchet pawl to the
correct position, ratchet the handle away from the side
of the mower frame to the desired height.
Lower
Raise
The mower features a left of right side
tow bar mount, Tow bar can be easily
switched and attached on either side
of the mower, via an removable tow
bar pin assembly.
The oset-able tow bar features
up to 16 towing congurations
including straight behind the towing.
Congurations are held in place by
two hitch pins each secured by a hair
pin.
Ratchet
pawl
!
Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE) is required when operating
or maintaining this machine.
SNL00001
Alternate tow bar
position mount
Tow bar pin
assembly Hitch pins
!
When making adjustments and hitching
the tongue be aware of hand and nger
pinch points.
This section describes how to safely and eectively operate the UTV Mower in the eld of operation. By following
recommended procedures, a safe working environment is provided for the operator, bystanders and the area around the
work site. Not all situations and conditions can be addressed, proceed with care & caution and use safety as your guide.
The owner or operator has the responsibility of being familiar with the operation of the mower and must train all other
operators before they start working with the machine. First time operators must review this manual before operating the
mower and at least once per season there after.
Work in a safe manner and follow all instructions exactly, safety is everyone’s business. Untrained operators are not
qualied to use the machine. Know and understand how to safety shut o the machine.
See specications to ensure your power unit is suitable for the mower. Consult your UTV Operator’s Manual to determine
proper operating requirements and maximum weight limitations.
• Shut o engine remove and pocket the key when
lling the gas tank. Wipe up spills and never attempt
to ll a tank on a mower that is still hot from recent
use.
• Shut o engine remove and pocket the key and wait
to allow the engine to cool before performing any
maintenance procedure, adjustment or inspection.
• Do not wear loose-tting clothing that could get caught
on controls or fast-moving parts. Instead, wear long
pants, sturdy boots and a form-tting shirt.
• Wear the appropriate hearing and eye protection.
• Make sure that objects and other workers are out of
the area before mowing.
• Drive tow vehicles directly up and down slopes, not
across to avoid rollovers.
• Never leave a running mower unattended.
• Never run the mower indoors, engine exhaust
contains toxic carbon monoxide, which you cannot
smell or see and can be lethal.
A clevis hitch is used to attach the tow bar to the UTV,
ensure your UTV is equipped with a clevis style drawbar.
½” hitch pin and hair pin clip are not supplied with
your mower and are required for securing the clevis hitch.
1. Position the mower on a level surface and back the
UTV up to it. Remove any debris under or around the
mower.
2. Align the tow bar clevis to the UTV drawbar and insert
a ½” hitch pin, secure with a hair pin clip.
3. Move the magnetic remote e-stop control from the
mower to a at metal location on your UTV. Ensure the
e-stop is easily accessible in case of emergency.
4. To prevent damage to the cable, route the e-stop cable
along the tongue using the cable guides.
!
When making adjustments and hitching
the tongue be aware of hand and nger
pinch points.
!
Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE) is required when operating
or maintaining this machine.
SNL00001
• Disconnect spark plugs when servicing a mower to
prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
• Never disconnect any of the safety features.
• Do not travel faster than 8 km\h (5 mile\h). Traveling
faster is dangerous and could resulting in loss of
control of the equipment and serious injury.
• Never put hands, face, feet, or clothing under the deck
or near the discharge area with the engine running.
• Do not allow riders on the mower.
• Place the blade e-stop (engage/disengage) remote
control within easy reach of the driver. E-stop will stop
the rotating blades within 10 seconds.
• Never exit the tow vehicle before stopping blades and
shutting tow vehicle OFF.
Magnetic
e-stop
Route
cable
Cable
guides
20
For worker safety a preseason site visit is recommended. Make a work plan to identify hidden obstacles and structures.
Sudden impact from obstacles hidden under the grass may cause injury.
Make the following inspections with mower attached to a UTV, gearshift set in park, and engine o and key pocketed:
• Check for bent, broken, and extreme wear on
cutting blades. Repair or replace as required.
• Make sure that shields and guards are in place
and working properly.
• Ensure the e-stop control cable is undamaged.
• Ensure mower is set at the appropriate level for
the desired cut height.
• Ensure tow bar is adjusted to the desired tow
position.
• Check for and remove foreign objects wrapped
around the blades or deck.
• Ensure the e-stop control is functioning correctly
before beginning work.
• Verify the mower is securely attached to the tow
vehicle.
• Survey the work site, remove debris and make note
of nearby obstructions. Knowing your work area will
make the mowing job easier and safer.
• Where possible, avoid operating near ditches, em-
bankments and holes.
• Ensure no by standers are in the work area.
• Place unit on a level surface in a well ventilated
area.
• Ensure the mower is OFF and and let engine cool
at least 2 minutes.
• Remove the gas ll cap.
• Do not overll fuel tank. To allow for expansion
of the fuel, do not ll above the bottom of the fuel
tank neck.
• Fill tank with fresh, unleaded gas. Tank capacity is
11.35 litres (3 US gallons)
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open ames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• If fuel is spilled, wipe it away carefully and wait
until the remaining fuel has dried before starting
the engine.
!
Gasoline is extremely
ammable. Do not refuel the
machine while smoking or near open ame or
sparks. Do not store near heat sources
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Gas cap
!
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the
engine stopped. Never refuel the mower
inside a building where gasoline fumes can
come in contact with ames or sparks.
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