Poulan 438511, PO14542LT, 96012011200 manual Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

FOLD

 

ALONG

THIS

 

IS

DOTTED

A

15

 

LINE

 

DEGREE

 

SLOPE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

1.Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2.Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure.

3.Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4.Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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Contents PO14542LT II. Slope Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationService III. ChildrenIV. Towing Table of Contents Steering Wheel Unassembled PartsBefore Removing Tractor from Skid AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Towing Carts and Other Attachments Reverse Operation System ROSTo Operate on Hills To TransportTo Start Engine See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips General Recommendations MaintenanceBlade Removal See Fig BatteryTractor Blade CareLubrication Transaxle MaintenanceEngine BeltsMuffler CleaningClean AIR Screen AIR FilterService and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Check BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Transaxle Gear Shift Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points Excessive Service Notes Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationLimited Warranty
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96012011200, PO14542LT, 438511 specifications

The Poulan PO14542LT is a powerful and versatile lawn tractor designed to make yard care easier for homeowners. With its robust features and advanced technologies, this ride-on mower stands out as an excellent choice for those managing medium to large-sized lawns.

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Safety is a priority in the design of this tractor. The PO14542LT comes equipped with a safety switch that ensures the engine will shut off if the operator leaves the seat while the mower is engaged. Additionally, the tractor includes oversized batteries and an efficient fuel economy, allowing for extended operation between refuels.

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