Poulan 96042003501, 413437 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 PB19546LT ModelII. Slope Operation Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation IV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Before Removing Tractor from Skid Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonInstall Seat See Figs Check Battery See FigCheck 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 Reverse Operation System ROSTo Operate Mower See Fig Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Before Starting the EngineTo Transport ADD GasolineMowing Tips General Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Chart ScheduleCheck Operator Presence System TractorBlade Removal See Fig Check Reverse Operation ROS SystemTo Sharpen Blade See Fig BatteryTo Clean Battery and Terminals BeltsTo Change Engine OIL see Figs EngineLubrication Cleaning To Install Mower See Fig To Remove Mower See FigInstall belt on engine pulley M, in belt keepers G To Level Mower To Check Brake Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Belt Drive See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Transaxle Gear Shift Lever NEUTRAL- Adjustment See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig 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 Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Fold Along This Dotted Line Degree SlopePage Page Degrés Suivant LES UNE Pliez EST CeciDépannage DE Guide Défectueux estRalenti Entreposage Réglages ET Révision MoteurAVANT/ Roues DES Convergence Fig la Voir Tionsraparé LES Pour Roues LES Enlever PourCarrossage 26 .FigFreins LES Vérifier Pour Courroie Acer Rempl Pour’ENTRAÎNEMENT 25 .FIG22 .FIG Tondeuse LA Niveau LE Ajuster Pour23 .FIG 21 .FIG17 .FIG 19 .FIG18 .FIG 16 .FIGFigs Voir D’ENTRAÎNEMENT Fig Voir Courroie LA ET Tondeuse LA InstallerReglages ET Revision Tondeuse LA Enlever PourEntretien 13 .FIG 12 ET 11 .FIGS LES Voir Moteur DE L’HUILE Changer PourLubrification 12 .FIGTrapézoïdales Courroies Transmission LA DE RefroidissementFig la Voir Lame LA Affiler Bornes LES ET Batterie LA Nettoyer PourEN Fonctionnement DE Système ET Fig la Voir Lame LA EnleverLames DES Entretien Utilisation Chaque Avant O I T a D N a M M O C E RLubrification DE Tableau Moteur LE Démarrer Pour UtilisationTonte DE Conseils DisengagedMoteur DU D’HUILE Niveau LE Vérifier Accessoires Autres’ESSENCE Réservoir LE Remplir ET Charrettes DES Remorquer PourTondeuse DE Lames LES Arrêter Pour Tondeuse LA Utiliser PourArrière Marche EN Fonctionnement GEDFig la Voir Mentne GAZ DES Commande LA Utiliser PourFig la Voir Arrêter Pour Tionsta DE Frein LE Engager PourDattachement Propriété la de lendommagement Toutes SI Vérifier Toutes SI Vérifier MontageCorrectement Sont Courroies LES PA LA DE Tracteur LE Retirer PourConnaître pour mentnetionfonc tionsec la DesmanCom des fonction la et mentceplalem Fig la Voir Batterie LA VérifierTionrecdi DE Volant LE Fixer DU Tracteur LE Sortir PourPour Exigés Outils LES Carton LE DeballerMontar SIN Piezas 25-20 Réglages ET Révision Sommaire28-27 Dépannage DE Guide ’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

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