Poulan 191697 manual III. Children, IV. Service, Do not

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SAFETY RULES

Follow the manufacturer’s recommend- ations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma- chine and the mowing activity. Never as- sume that children will remain where you last saw them.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

Never allow children to operate the machine.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

Never run a machine inside a closed area.

Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equip- ment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Ad- just and service as required.

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Contents Model NO. CO24H48STA Table of Contents WarrantyGeneral Operation Safety RulesII. Slope Operation III. Children IV. ServiceDo not Safety Rules Customer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsAPI-SF-SJ Unassembled Parts Gauge Wheels Nose RollerASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidInstall Seat To Attach Nose Roller Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower DeckInstall Mower and Drive Belt Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To USE Choke ControlTo Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate on Hills Before Starting the Engine To TransportTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Check Engine OIL LevelTo Start Engine Purge TransmissionMowing Tips Maintenance Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETractor Engine Transaxle CoolingTransaxle Pump Fluid BeltsCleaning AIR FilterTo Install Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower To Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Mower Drive Belt InstallationMower Drive Belt Removal Install NEW Mower Blade Secondary Drive Belt To Replace Mower Blade SEC- Ondary Drive BeltRemove Mower Drive Belt Remove Mower Blade Secondary Drive BeltTo Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust BrakeBelt Installation To Check BrakeTransaxle Motion Control LE- VER Neutral Adjustment Transmission Removal ReplacementTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERReplacing Battery To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbStorage BatteryOther Troubleshooting Chart Problem Cause CorrectionExcessive Headlights not Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation