Poulan PO17H42STA manual Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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ASSEMBLY

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

BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS 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.

✓Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.

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.

✓It is important to purge the transmission before oper- ating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper start- ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents Model NO. PO17H42STA IV. Service Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationSafety Rules Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Steering Wheel SeatAssembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from CAR- TON Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Battery See Fig HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstall Seat 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 Before Starting the Engine To Operate Mower See FigTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Maintenance Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETractor Engine Spark Plugs CleaningMuffler Service and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigBelt Removal Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See Fig To Adjust BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Check BrakeTransmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentReplacing Battery See Figs Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points OFF Schematic Tractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56Tractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56 Electrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description 209 208 207 142 145 KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56 Drive Repair Parts 6867 8546 856 Bushing Rod Tie Blk Lt Tractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56 Engine Optional Equipment140116 Seat 140551 Tractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56 Decals Wheels & TiresTractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56 Mower Lift Tractor - Model Number PO17H42STA, Product no 56 Mower Deck 165892 Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX
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