Poulan PB1638LT Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts

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ASSEMBLY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

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

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

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

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 properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST 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. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

✓Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

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

✓Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly infl ated 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.

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).

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Contents PB1638LT Always Wear EYE Protection During OperationSafety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationService General ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Battery See Fig Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Reverse Operation System ROS To Operate Mower See FigTo Operate on Hills To TransportBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Maintenance General RecommendationsTo Sharpen Blade See Fig TractorBlade Removal See Fig Battery EngineBelts Transaxle CoolingCleaning Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Belt RemovalTo Check and Adjust Brake See Fig To Adjust BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Check BrakeTransaxle Gear Shift Lever NEUTRAL- Adjustment See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionEngine dies when Limited Warranty Policy Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXParts and Service

PB1638LT specifications

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