Poulan 96042002000 Cleaning, Engine OIL Filter, Muffler, Spark Plugs, IN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig

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MAINTENANCE

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

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

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. 16)

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 sec- tions.

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. 16

CLEANING

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

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 Always Wear EYE Protection During Operation PB19H42YTSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Unassembled Parts AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonCheck Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Reverse Operation System ROS on Position Know Your TractorTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig HOW to USE Your TractorStopping To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Operate MowerReverse Operation System ROS Before Starting the EngineTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsTo Start Engine See Fig ADD GasolinePurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Maintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleTractor BatteryBrake Operation TiresEngine Engine OIL Filter CleaningMuffler Spark PlugsTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Figs To Level Mower To Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Mower Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Attach Jumper CablesTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbOther StorageFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Engine dies when Limited Warranty Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationPage Parts and Service