Poulan 96042003600 manual Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers, General Operation

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING: In order to prevent acci- dental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

WARNING: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the low- est possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer- tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard.

Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road- ways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

Always wear eye protection when operating ma- chine.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-re- lated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.

Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage.

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blades.

Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while back- ing.

Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Ma- terial may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

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II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction. Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do no use on steep slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.

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Contents PB195H42LT ModelII. Slope Operation Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation IV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Battery See Fig Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate on Hills Using the Reverse Operation SystemReverse Operation System ROS To Operate Mower See FigTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Before Starting the EngineTo Transport Check Engine OIL LevelAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing TipsPurge Transmission RunningSchedule MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETo Sharpen Blade See Fig TractorBlade Removal See Fig Check Operator Presence SystemBelts BatteryEngine Transaxle CoolingCleaning To Install Mower See Fig To Remove Mower See FigInstall belt on engine pulley M, in belt keepers G Precision SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level MowerTo Replace Motion Belt Drive See Fig Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Drive Belt See Fig To Check BrakeTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Replace Headlight BulbEngine OIL OtherFuel System CylindersTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionEngine dies when Limited Warranty Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Fold Along This Dotted Line Degree SlopeService Notes Service Notes Page Page Dentretien Remarques Dentretien Remarques Degrés Suivant LES UNE Pliez EST CeciLimitée Garantie Dépannage DE Guide Défectueux estRalenti Entreposage DU Commande LA Régler PourGAZ DES Commande Réglages ET Révision Tionrecdi CarrossageAVANT/ Roues DES Convergence LA DE L’ALIGNEMENT Régler PourFreins LES Vérifier Pour Courroie Acer Rempl Pour’ENTRAÎNEMENT 25 .FIG21 .FIG Tondeuse LA Niveau LE Ajuster Pour23 .FIG 22 .FIG16 .FIG 19 .FIG 17 .FIG18 .FIG Fig Voir Courroie LA ET Tondeuse LA InstallerReglages ET Revision Tondeuse LA Enlever Pour’ALLUMAGE Bougie Ligne EN Installé D’ESSENCE FiltreEntretien AIR À FiltreTrapézoïdales Courroies Transmission LA DE RefroidissementLubrification EN Fonctionnement DE Système ET Fig la Voir Lame LA AffilerFig la Voir Lame LA Enlever Utilisation Chaque Avant O I T a D N a M M O C E RLubrification DE Tableau Tonte DE Conseils UtilisationTransmission LA Purger Queti’ESSENCE Réservoir LE Remplir Accessoires AutresMoteur LE Démarrer Pour Moteur DU D’HUILE Niveau LE VérifierROS Arrière CHE MAR EN Fonctionnement DE SystèmeTondeuse LA Utiliser Pour Tondeuse DE Lames LES Arrêter PourFig la Voir Mentne GAZ DES Commande LA Utiliser PourFig la Voir Arrêter Pour Tionsta DE Frein LE Engager PourTracteur Votre Connaissez Propriété la de lendommagement Toutes SI Vérifier Toutes SI Vérifier MontageCorrectement Sont Courroies LES LA DE Tracteur LE Retirer Pour Fig la Voir Batterie LA VérifierDesmancom des tionfonc la et Et 2 .Figs les Voir Siège LE Ajustez DU Tracteur LE Sortir PourPour Exigés Outils LES Tionrecdi DE Volant LE FixerMontar SIN Piezas CCA .MIN AMP/HR U1R DimensionSommaire SL-SG-API’utilisation pour Conseils Général EntretienTracteurs des sécurité toute ’ESSENCE DE Sûre ManipulationTracteurs des sécurité toute en l’utilisation pour Conseils PentesLES Dans Fonctionnement AUX Imprimé