Poulan 461ZX, 966681801 warranty Trouble Shooting

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem

Cause

 

 

 

Engine overheats

Clogged air intake or cooling fins

 

Engine overloaded

 

• Poor ventilation around engine

 

• Defective engine speed regulator

 

• Too little or no oil in the engine

 

• Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line.

 

Fouled spark plugs

 

 

 

Battery not charging

Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections

 

• Charging lead is disconnected

 

 

 

The machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all

Parking brake on

 

• Bypass valve on pump open

 

• Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off

 

• Air trapped in hydraulic system

 

 

 

Mower deck not engaging

Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose

 

• Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened

 

• Blade switch is faulty or has come loose from cable

 

 

contact

 

Blown fuse

 

 

 

Transaxle leaks oil

Damaged seals, housing, or gaskets

 

• Air trapped in hydraulic system

 

 

 

Uneven mowing results

Different air pressure in tires on the left and right sides.

 

• Suspending for the mower deck is uneven

 

• Blades are dull or bent

 

• Driving speed too high

• Grass is too long

• Grass collected under the mower deck

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Contents Operator Manual Page Table of Contents Page Introduction Good Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and Decals Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx Xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxxRemove key before Performing any Safety Safety InstructionsNever take passengers Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationBe extra cautious when driving on slopes Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Spark ArrestorControls Control LocationsMotion Control Levers Parking Brake Blade SwitchThrottle Control Choke Control Ignition SwitchHour Meter Fuel Tank Fuel Shut Off Valve Cutting Height AdjusterFuses Always use the high position to transportBypass Linkages Seat Adjustment LeverSee Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section Training OperationSteering Before Starting Starting the EngineMove the throttle to the middle position Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position Weak Battery To remove cables, reverse orderRunning Operating On Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving Machine By Hand Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleBefore After Year 100 Battery Replacing batterySafety System Anti-scalp Rollers Removal and installation of caster wheelCaster Wheels Deck Belt Removal Deck Belt InstallationDeck Belt Matches the decal affixed to the deck,Blade replacement Cutting BladesAdjusting the Mower Deck Deck LevelingTire Pressures CleaningUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing HardwareLubrication Schedule LubricationGeneral Front Wheel Mount Wheel and Deck ZerksDeck Spindles Front Wheel BearingsProblem Cause Trouble ShootingMaintenance Section Trouble Shooting Storage ServiceWinter Storage Schematic Hex Head Cap Screws Technical DataTorque Specifications Standard Hardware461ZX 541ZX Engine Transmission461ZX 541ZX Equipment Overall dimensionsProductivity Conformity Certificates USA requirementsDelivery Service Service JournalAction Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign Action Daily ServiceAfter 10 hours Date, mtr reading Stamp, signHour Service Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign
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