Poulan Pro 925 ZX, Pro 950 ZX manual General Maintenance

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Check the fuel level before each use and leave space for the fuel to expand, because the heat from the engine and the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overflow.

General Maintenance

Never operate machine in a closed area.

Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.

If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Prevent starting by removing the spark plug before making any adjustments or carying out any maintenance.

Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly to be sure it works properly. The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates, protective cowlings, safety switches, or other protective devices.

Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast, you risk damaging the machine components.

Be very careful when handling battery acid. Acid on skin can cause serious

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Never drive the machine in an enclosed space

Always use protective glasses when handling the battery.

WARNING!

The battery contains lead and lead compounds, chemicals that are considered to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive system damage. Wash your hands after handling the battery.

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Contents Pro 925 ZX Pro 950 ZX Page Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Rider SeriesEnglish-2 Introduction IntroductionGood Service Manufacturing NumberXxxx xxxxxx Symbols and DecalsSymbols and Decals Objects Engine is Running Moving sharp blades under cover General Operation Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions English-8 Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Maintenance General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Important InformationCustomer responsibilities Control Locations ControlsControls Motion Control Levers TrackingSeat adjustment knobs FusesBy pass linkages Blade switch RefuelingThrottle Control Ignition SwitchChoke Control Machine must be stopped before activating the parking brake Hour MeterParking Brake Accessories Cutting height pedalTraining OperationOperation Before Starting Starting the EngineDepress the control for disengaging the mower deck Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To start an engine with a weak battery To remove cables, reverse orderRunning Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceMaintenance = Described in this manual  = Not described in this manual Replacing battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Always use protective glasses when handling the batteryIgnition System Checking the Safety System Checking the Engines Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting the Throttle CableChecking and Adjusting the Choke Cable Replacing the Air Filter Briggs and Stratton engineChecking the Parking Brake Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking Tire Pressures Checking the V-belts Deck beltDeck belt installation EZT belt EZT belt removalChecking the Blades Check the bladesAdjusting the Mower Deck Side-to-side adjustment To level deckFront-to-back adjustment To adjust anti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels Cleaning and WashingUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing HardwareLubrication Schedule LubricationLubrication Caster wheels Lubricating the CablesLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Engine Oil Briggs & Stratton Changing the Engine OilOil drain valve Checking the oil level Changing the Oil FilterTransmission Problem Cause Trouble Shooting GuideTrouble Shooting Guide Wrong fuel type English-58 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageWiring Diagrams Wiring diagram925ZX 950ZX Technical DataTechnical Data Equipment Torque Specifications Torque Specifications HEX Head CAP Screws USA requirements Conformity CertificatesConformity Certificates Delivery Service Service JournalService Journal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, signAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-69 English-70 English-71 At Least Once Each Year English-73 English-74 English-75 Page Page 113920Rir07/11/06