Poulan 460ZX / 966550201 manual Ignition Switch, Choke Control, Throttle Control

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CONTROLS

Ignition Switch

The ignition key is placed on the driver’s panel and is used to start and stop the engine.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not run the starter for more than five seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before retrying.

Choke Control

The choke is used for cold starts to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. Pull the choke control knob up. On models without a separate choke, push the throttle control all the way forward to the choke position.

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Ignition Switch

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Choke control

Throttle Control

The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade switch is pulled out, see Engaging the Mower Deck.

In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of fouling the spark plug.

USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING, for best

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Throttle control

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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 Controls Motion Control Levers Seat Adjustment Lever Bypass LinkageUnlocking Transmission Fuel Tank USE Full Throttle When MOWING, for best Ignition SwitchChoke Control Throttle ControlCutting Height Adjuster Blade SwitchParking Brake Always use the high position to transportFuel 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 EZT Belt Installation Deck Belt InstallationPump Belt Replacing EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle beltBlade replacement Cutting BladesAnti-scalp Rollers Deck Leveling Adjusting the Mower DeckUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing CleaningCaster Wheels HardwareLubrication Lubrication ScheduleGeneral Front Wheel Mount Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Bearings Deck SpindlesTrouble Shooting Problem CauseMaintenance section Trouble Shooting Service StorageWinter Storage Schematic Torque Specifications Technical DataHex Head Cap Screws Standard HardwareTransmission 460ZX 540ZX EngineOverall dimensions 460ZX 540ZX EquipmentProductivity Conformity Certificates USA requirementsCE requirements Delivery Service Service JournalAction Stamp, signAfter 10 hours Daily ServiceHour Service Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign Page 115 348227R1 02/16/10