Poulan 161608 Before Starting the Engine, Check Engine OIL Level See Fig, ADD Gasoline

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OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

•The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.

•Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

•Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

Note: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

•When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

•When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release the parking

brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly

return to operating posi-

tion.

 

 

•Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

•The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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Contents Model NO. HD145H42G Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Turn off blades when not mowingMow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not use grass catcher on steep slopesCustomer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsModel NUMBERHD145H42G Serial Number Date of PurchaseBattery AdjustmentsMower Adjustment MowerContents of Hardware Pack To Remove Tractor from CAR- TON Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Unpack CartonConnect Battery See Figs HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstall Seat See Fig Adjust seat before tightening adjustment boltCheck Brake System Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessUnlocked Battery Reverse Forward FastLock Locked Reverse Neutral High LOW Hydro Models onlyKnow Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate on Hills To Operate Mower See FigTo Transport See Figs Check Engine OIL Level See Fig Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Mowing TipsService Dates Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETractor BatteryBrake Operation TiresBelts EngineTransaxle Cooling Transaxle Pump FluidService air cleaner more often under dusty conditions Clean AIR Screen See aAIR Filter See a Engine OIL Filter See BMuffler CleaningSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig To Install Mower See FigSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See Figs To Level Mower HousingRaise mower to its highest position Belt Installation To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig Block up axle securelyTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigPreliminary Setting Final SettingTroubleshooting Points OFF Because of THIS, SchematicElectrical Tractor - Model Number HD145H42GHarness Eng B&S 14 OHV Dual KEY Part DescriptionChassis and Enclosures 74180512 159530 Chassis Wldmt 140356 Drawbar Stretch 1749061274780616 19131312Drive 140607 Steering Assembly 19272016 14004410040600 124035X Support Shaft 126684XSeat Assembly LBD48 Wheels and TiresLSB42 LAO18Engine Muffler Exhaust LT B&S 14HP IC OHV Lift 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger139868 Arm Suspension Rear 3146R Retainer Spring 140302 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24Mower Deck Washer Hard Blade Mower Vented 137729 Screw Hex Thd CutWasher 17/32 x 15/16 x 12 Gauge Transaxle Hydro Gear Model Number 75 x 1.25 x 142986 Housing, Lower 15077820 x 142937 Swashplate, Variable 142965 PinService Notes Service Notes Canada contact Service DepartmentBox Orangeburg, SC 29116 USACUT Only Ride UP and Down HillThis OUT Dotted Lines Slope

161608 specifications

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