Poulan 968999516, 968999507 manual Transport, Safety Instructions, Important Information

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Transport

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you run 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 after using the machine 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, after each use. Avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water.

Transport

The machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer.

Use an approved trailer to transport the machine. Activate the parking brake, turn off the fuel supply, and fasten the machine with approved fastening devices, such as bands, chains, or straps, when transporting.

Do not operate this machine on public roadways.

Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine on any road.

Do not tow this machine, it may cause damage to the drive system.

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Clean the machine regularly

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The parking brake is not sufficient to lock the machine in place during transport. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over.

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Contents English Pro 925 ZX Pro 950 ZX968999516 968999507 Operator´s manualPage Contents OPERATOR’S MANUAL RIDER Z SERIESEnglish-2 INTRODUCTION IntroductionCongratulations GeneralGood Service Manufacturing NumberSYMBOLS AND DECALS Symbols and DecalsRead Safety Instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSGeneral Operation English-8 Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Maintenance General Maintenance •Use protective goggles Transport IMPORTANT INFORMATIONCustomer responsibilities Controls CONTROLSControl Locations 1. Motion Control Levers Tracking2. Seat adjustment knobs 3. Fuses4. By pass linkages 6. Blade switch 5. Refueling8. Choke Control 7. Ignition Switch9. Throttle Control 10. Hour Meter 11. Parking BrakeAccessories 12. Cutting height pedalOperation OPERATIONTraining Before Starting Starting the Engine6.Move the throttle to the middle position OPERATION To start an engine with a weak battery Running Operating on hills Mowing Tips Mowing patternsStopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance MAINTENANCEMaintenance Schedule Check/adjust throttle cable Battery Ignition System Checking the Safety System Checking and Adjusting the Throttle Cable Checking and Adjusting the Choke CableChecking the Engines Cooling Air Intake and tighten the clamping screwReplacing the Air Filter Checking Tire Pressures Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking the Parking Brake Checking the V-belts Deck beltDeck belt installation 1. Clutch pulleyEZT belt Belt installationChecking the Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck Side-to-sideadjustment To level deckFront-to-backadjustment IMPORTANT INFORMATION To adjust anti-scalprollers Cleaning and Washing Caster WheelsHardware Use protective glasses when cleaning and washingLubrication LUBRICATIONLubrication Schedule Lubricating the Cables LUBRICATION Checking the oil level 2. Changing the Oil FilterTransmission TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Shooting GuideWrong fuel type Uneven mowing results Service STORAGEStorage Winter StorageWIRING DIAGRAMS Wiring diagramTECHNICAL DATA Technical DataEquipment ProductivityTorque Specifications U.S. Standard Hardware TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS HEX HEAD CAP SCREWSMetric Standard Hardware Conformity Certificates CONFORMITY CERTIFICATESUSA requirements Service Journal SERVICE JOURNALDelivery Service After the First 5-8Hours 1. Change engine oil25-HourService 4.Check battery with cables5.Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake 6.Clean the air cleaner’s pre-filterfoam50-HourService 1.Perform the 25-hourservice5.Check/adjust the parking brake 3.Change the engine oil100-HourService 2.Perform the 50-hourservice4.Clean/replace the spark plug 3.Change the engine oil filter300-HourService At Least Once Each Year English-73 English-74 English-75 Page Page 113920Rir07/11/06