Poulan 176975 Check Tire Pressure, Check Mower Levelness, Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts

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ASSEMBLY 3

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton.

Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

Engine oil is at proper level.

Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

3Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

It is important to purge the transmission before operat- ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op- eration section of this manual).

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Contents DPR22H46STA Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersSafety Rules Table of Contents Unassembled Parts HOW to SET UP Your Tractor AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonInstall Seat See Fig To Attach Nose Roller See FigAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig To SET UP Your Mower for Mulching See FigTo Install Mulcher Plate See Fig To Convert to Bagging or DischargingInstall Mower and Drive Belt See Figs Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Mower Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Before Starting the EngineTo Operate on Hills Check Engine OIL LevelTo Start Engine See Fig ADD GasolinePurge Transmission Mowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities Before Each USETractor Engine Spark Plugs CleaningMuffler Engine OIL FilterTo Level Mower Housing Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Remove Mower See FigTo Replace Mower Drive Belt To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTransaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See Fig To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Replace Headlight Bulb Replacing Battery See FigTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Choke Control See Fig To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigTo Adjust Carburetor Fuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionOFF Service Notes Schematic Tractor Model Number DPR22H46STAElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Engine Optional EquipmentSeat Assembly Decals Wheels & TiresMower Lift Mower Deck Repair Parts Limited Warranty Not Across Hill Only Ride UP and Down HillSighting GuideParts and Service
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