Poulan 460ZX / 966550201 manual Risk of sparking

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SAFETY

Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery.

Use protective goggles.

Ensure that the fuel filler cap is mounted tightly and no flammable substances are stored in an open vessel.

WARNING!

Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following routines:

Never work with the starter circuit if there is spilled fuel.

Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first and reconnect it last.

Do not make a bridge short circuit across the starter relay to run the starter.

Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas.

Stop to inspect the equipment if the machine runs over or into anything. If necessary, make repairs before starting.

Never make adjustments with the engine running.

The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer. Only use approved repair parts for the machine.

The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes. Wrap the blades or use protective gloves when handling them.

Check the parking brake’s functionality regularly. Adjust and service as necessary.

The mulch blades should only be used in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired.

Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves, and other debris that may have accumulated on the machine.

Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage.

Regularly clean deck and underside of deck, avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water.

6003-009

Do not smoke when performing maintenance on the battery. The battery can explode and cause serious injury/damage.

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Regularly clean deck

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Contents Operator Manual Page Table of Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals Manual Performing any Safety Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsMotion Control Levers Seat Adjustment Lever Bypass LinkageUnlocking Transmission Fuel Tank Throttle Control Ignition SwitchUSE Full Throttle When MOWING, for best Choke ControlAlways use the high position to transport Blade SwitchCutting Height Adjuster Parking BrakeFuel Shut Off Valve FusesSteering TrainingStarting the Engine Before StartingPlace controls in neutral position USE Full Throttle When Mowing To remove cables, reverse order Weak BatteryRunning Mower deck’s anti-scalp rollers should be evenly adjustedOperating On Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Manual Transport Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceBefore After Year 100 Replacing battery BatteryTire Pressures Safety SystemFaulty adjustment can cause an accident Deck BeltDeck Belt Removal Replacing EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle belt Deck Belt InstallationEZT Belt Installation Pump BeltBlade replacement Cutting BladesAnti-scalp Rollers Deck Leveling Adjusting the Mower DeckHardware CleaningUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing Caster WheelsLubrication Lubrication ScheduleGeneral Deck Spindles Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Mount Front Wheel BearingsTrouble Shooting Problem CauseMaintenance section Trouble Shooting Service StorageWinter Storage Schematic Standard Hardware Technical DataTorque Specifications Hex Head Cap ScrewsTransmission 460ZX 540ZX EngineOverall dimensions 460ZX 540ZX EquipmentProductivity Conformity Certificates USA requirementsCE requirements Stamp, sign Service JournalDelivery Service ActionAfter 10 hours Daily ServiceHour Service Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign Page 115 348227R1 02/16/10