Poulan 96046001400, 431832 manual AIR Filter, Clean AIR Screen, Muffler, Spark Plugs, Cleaning

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MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine manual.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

CLAMP

FUEL FILTER

Fig. 18

CLEANING

•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

•Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of drive.

CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and movable parts (See Fig. 19)

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

CLEAN TOP SIDE

STEERING

PLATE

CAUTION:

PINCH

POINTS

STEERING SYSTEM,

DASH, FENDER AND

MOWER NOT SHOWN

Fig. 19

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

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Contents PXT12530 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationGeneral Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Unassembled Parts Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyToremovetractorfromcarton Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Brake System Install Seat See FigOperation Know Your Tractor Attachment Clutch Switch Disengaged Engaged HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake See Fig Stopping See FigUsing the Reverse Operation System To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig Reverse Operation System ROS See FigBefore Starting the Engine To Start Engine See Fig Mowing Tips Maintenance Maintenance General Recommendations ScheduleTractor BatteryBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Transaxle MaintenanceBelts LubricationCleaning Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig Raise attachment lift lever to highest position To Level Mower Visual SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Belt InstallationTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Check BrakeTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Transaxle Gear Shift Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Remove Wheel See FigTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor Interlocks and RelaysOther StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsExcessive Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationLimited Warranty
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