Poulan 191697 manual Safety Rules, General Operation, II. Slope Operation

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SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

WARNING: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instruc- tions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direc- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unat- tended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or un- loading the machine into a trailer or truck.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related in- juries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn . Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build- up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine . Allow machine to cool before storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss- of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

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Mow up and down slopes, not across.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

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Contents Model NO. CO24H48STA Warranty Table of ContentsSafety Rules General OperationII. Slope Operation IV. Service III. ChildrenDo not Safety Rules Product Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesAPI-SF-SJ Gauge Wheels Nose Roller Unassembled PartsBefore Removing Tractor from Skid ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATIONTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonInstall Seat Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck To Attach Nose RollerInstall Mower and Drive Belt Check Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor To USE Choke Control HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Gauge Wheels To Operate MowerTo Operate on Hills Check Engine OIL Level Before Starting the EngineTo Transport Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- MentsPurge Transmission To Start EngineMowing Tips Before Each USE MaintenanceLubrication Chart General RecommendationsTractor Belts EngineTransaxle Cooling Transaxle Pump FluidAIR Filter CleaningService and Adjustments To Install MowerTo Remove Mower SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level Mower HousingMower Drive Belt Installation To Replace Mower Drive BeltMower Drive Belt Removal Remove Mower Blade Secondary Drive Belt Install NEW Mower Blade Secondary Drive BeltTo Replace Mower Blade SEC- Ondary Drive Belt Remove Mower Drive BeltTo Check Brake To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Brake Belt InstallationFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Transaxle Motion Control LE- VER Neutral AdjustmentTransmission Removal Replacement To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Replace Headlight Bulb Replacing BatteryTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorBattery StorageOther Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting ChartExcessive Headlights not Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation