Poulan 961420034 manual Maintenance, General Recommendations, For Mulching Mowers only

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MAINTENANCE

BEFORE

AFTER

EVERY

EVERY

EVERY

BEFORE

EACH

EACH

10

25 HOURS

100

STORAGE

USE

USE

HOURS

OR SEASON

HOURS

 

Check for Loose Fasteners

Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher *

Check Tires

Check Drive Wheels ***

Clean Lawn Mower ****

Clean under Drive Cover ***

Check Drive Belt / Pulleys ***

Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade

Lubrication

Clean and Recharge Battery **

Check Engine Oil level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Inspect Muffler

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer

* (if so equipped)

1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures.

** Electric-Start mowers

2

- Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3

- Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

*** Power-Propelled mowers

4

- Charge 48 hours at end of season.

**** Use a scraper

5 - And after each 5 hours of use.

to clean under deck

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this lawn mower does not

 

cover items that have been subjected to op-

Wheel

erator abuse or negligence. To receive full

adjuster (on

value from the warranty, operator must main-

each wheel)

tain mower as instructed in this manual.

 

Some adjustments will need to be made

 

periodically to properly maintain your unit.

Engine oil

All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-

 

ments section of this manual should be

Side dis-

checked at least once each season.

• Once a year, replace the spark plug,

charge mower

clean or replace air filter element, and

guard hinge rod

check blade for wear. A new spark plug

 

and clean/new air filter element assures

Rear dis-

proper air-fuel mixture and helps your

engine run better and last longer.

charge mower

• Follow the Maintenance Schedule in this

rear door

manual.

hinge rod

BEFORE EACH USE

Handle bracket mounting pins

 

• Check engine oil level.

 

• Check for loose fasteners.

Spray lubricant

 

LUBRICATION

See “ENGINE” in Maintenance section.

 

Keep unit well lubricated

attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life

(See “LUBRICATION CHART”).

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel

they must be lubricated, use only a dry,

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will

powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

 

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FOR MULCHING MOWERS ONLY

MULCHER PLUG BUILT INTO REAR DOOR

Most mulching mowers are shipped ready to be used as a mulcher.

“REAR DISCHARGE ONLY” MOWERS

Some models have a seperate mulcher plug, other models have the mulcher plug built into the rear door. To convert to bag- ging or discharging, the plate or plug (if so equipped) must be removed from the discharge opening of the lawn mower.

• Open rear door and remove mulcher plate or plug (if so equipped). Store mulcher plate or plug in a safe place.

You can now install grass catcher or optional clipping deflector accessory.

To return to mulching operation, install mulcher plate or plug into discharge opening of mower.

CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate/plug in place or ap- proved clipping deflector or grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.

 

“SIDE DISCHARGE ONLY” MOWERS

MULCHER "PLATE"

MULCHER PLATE TYPE

To convert to bagging or discharging,

 

 

mulcher plate must be removed from un-

 

derside of lawn mower.

 

• Remove the four (4) screws and lock nuts

 

 

securing the mulcher plate to the mower.

 

Store mulcher plate and hardware in a

 

 

safe place.

 

Mower can now be used for side

 

 

discharging or optional grass catcher

 

 

accessory can be attached.

 

• To return to mulching operation, simply

Slots

 

reinstall mulcher plate and tighten hard-

 

ware securely.

Mulcher

Screw and

lock nut

plate tabs

 

MULCHER "PLUG"

 

 

Mulcher plate

Mulcher plug

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Contents Problem Cause Correction Safety Rules Table of ContentsStorage HOW to SET UP Your Lawn Mower AssemblyTo Remove / Replace Drive Belt Install Rear Wheels High Wheel Mowers onlyRear Deflector if Equipped Front Wheel Drive ModelsTo Adjust Cutting Height To Adjust HandleFabric TOP Grass Catchers Spark Plug Boot Service and AdjustmentsCleaning To Prepare Battery Electric Start Models onlyTo Adjust Cutting Height HOW to USE Your Lawn MowerOperation Blade CareMaintenance General RecommendationsFor Mulching Mowers only Mowing Tips For Mulching Mowers only Mulching Mowing TipsCOMBI-CUT Mowers To Start Engine Before Starting EngineTo Stop Engine Grass Catcher Rear Bagging Models onlyStandard Drive Control Drive ControlAutowalk Drive Control VARI-SPEED Drive Control

961420034 specifications

The Poulan 961420034 is a powerful and efficient tool that stands out in the landscape of outdoor equipment. Renowned for its versatility, this model excels in handling a variety of yard tasks, making it a favored choice among homeowners and landscaping professionals alike. This article explores the key features, technologies, and characteristics that define this high-performance outdoor product.

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