Poulan PBGT2254 Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts

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ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

•Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.

•Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

•Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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 figures 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 inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

✓Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated 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 filled 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 Always Wear EYE Protection During Operation ModelSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationII. Slope Operation General Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Unassembled Parts Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Install Seat See FigTo Attach Nose Roller See Fig Install Mower and Drive Belt SeesCheck Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor Height Adjustment Knob Used to adjust the mower heightHOW to USE Your Tractor Using the Reverse Operation System To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig Reverse Operation System ROSTo Transport Before Starting the EngineTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Check Engine OIL LevelMowing Tips Lubrication Chart MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Before Each USEBlade Removal See Fig TractorEngine BatteryBelts Transaxle CoolingCleaning To Install Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Replace Mower Drive Belt See Fig Mower Drive Belt InstallationMower Drive Belt Removal Belt RoutingTo Adjust Attachment Clutch See Fig To Check and Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbFuel System OtherEngine OIL CylindersProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsEngine dies when Limited Warranty Service Notes Service Notes Service Notes Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationParts and Service
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