Poulan 966681801, 461ZX warranty Safety System, Parking Brake

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MAINTENANCE

Safety System

The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions.

The engine can only be started when:

The mower deck is disengaged.

The steering controls are in the outer, locked neutral position.

The driver is sitting in the driver’s seat.

The parking brake is on.

Make daily inspections to ensure that the safety system works by attempting to start the engine when one of the conditions is not met. Change the conditions and try again.

If the machine starts when one of these conditions is not met, turn the machine off and repair the safety system before using the machine again.

Make sure the engine stops when the parking brake is not engaged and the operator leaves the seated position.

Check that the engine stops if the mower blades are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the drivers seat.

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Steering controls locked in neutral

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

To be able to drive, the driver must sit in the seat and release the parking brake before the steering controls can be moved into the neutral position, otherwise the engine will stop.

Parking Brake

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The machine must be not be moving when engaging the parking brake.

Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, linages, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a stand still test and check that there is a braking action.

To adjust the parking brake, contact the PoulanPRO service workshop.

WARNING!

Faulty adjustment will result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident.

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Parking brake released

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Contents Operator Manual Page Table of Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceXxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx Xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx Symbols and DecalsRemove key before Performing any Safety Instructions SafetyNever take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentBe extra cautious when driving on slopes Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsMotion Control Levers Parking Brake Blade SwitchThrottle Control Choke Control Ignition SwitchHour Meter Fuel Tank Fuses Cutting Height AdjusterFuel Shut Off Valve Always use the high position to transportBypass Linkages Seat Adjustment LeverSee Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section Training OperationSteering Starting the Engine Before StartingMove the throttle to the middle position Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To remove cables, reverse order Weak BatteryRunning Operating On Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving Machine By Hand Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceBefore After Year 100 Replacing battery BatterySafety System Anti-scalp Rollers Removal and installation of caster wheelCaster Wheels Deck Belt Deck Belt InstallationDeck Belt Removal Matches the decal affixed to the deck,Cutting Blades Blade replacementDeck Leveling Adjusting the Mower DeckUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing CleaningTire Pressures HardwareLubrication Schedule LubricationGeneral Deck Spindles Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Mount Front Wheel BearingsProblem Cause Trouble ShootingMaintenance Section Trouble Shooting Storage ServiceWinter Storage Schematic Torque Specifications Technical DataHex Head Cap Screws Standard HardwareTransmission 461ZX 541ZX Engine461ZX 541ZX Equipment Overall dimensionsProductivity USA requirements Conformity CertificatesDelivery Service Service JournalAction Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign After 10 hours Daily ServiceAction Date, mtr reading Stamp, signHour Service Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign
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966681801, 461ZX specifications

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