Poulan 404172 Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts

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ASSEMBLY

Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- ward.

ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with7/16 retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket.

Insert other end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with washer and 5/16 retainer spring (J).

5/16

E H J

FG 7/16

FIG. 11

Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket

(L).

Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M).

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

M

FIG. 12

Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L).

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en- gage slowly.

Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the fi gures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

All assembly instructions have been completed.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

Battery is properly prepared and charged.

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

All tires are properly infl ated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in “transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS- PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

Engine oil is at proper level.

Fuel tank is fi lled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

Become familiar with all controls, their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op- eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

It is important to purge the transmission before oper- ating your tractor for the fi rst time. Follow proper start- ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See“TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING”in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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Contents PB22H54YT Always Wear EYE Protection During OperationSafety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Assembly Unassembled PartsTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonInstall Mower and Drive Belt Assemble Front Wheel to Mower See FigFirst Install ANTI-SWAY BAR S Check Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Operation Know Your Tractor Reverse Operation System ROS on PositionHOW to USE Your Tractor StoppingTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigSystem Characteristics To USE Cruise Control -J See FigService REMINDER/HOUR Meter Using the Reverse Operation SystemReverse Operation System ROS To Operate on HillsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Maintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleBattery TractorBrake Operation TiresEngine Cleaning Engine OIL FilterMuffler Spark PlugsService and Adjustments To Install MowerTractor See Fig To Remove MowerTurn nut right Turn nut left To raise mower To Replace Motion Drive Belt To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Check Brake To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Attach Jumper CablesTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Engine dies when Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXService Notes Service Notes Parts and Service