User manual POULAN PLN3516F

[. . . ] Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. , which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. [. . . ] (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). · Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. CENTER HOLE OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. · The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. · When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. · When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. · The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10) · · · Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. FIG. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department. OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTICK ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES SAE 30 5W-30 F C -30 -20 -20 0 -10 30 32 0 40 10 60 20 80 30 100 40 OIL DRAIN PLUG FIG. 13 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIG. 14) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. · Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. · Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. · To reassemble, reverse above procedure. SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING SCREWS BASE COVER KNOB COVER CARTRIDGE NUT FOAM PRE-CLEANER PAPER CARTRIDGE FIG. 15 AIR SCREEN MUFFLER DIPSTICK TUBE ASSEMBLY Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ENGINE COOLING FINS SPARK PLUG FIG. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. [. . . ] Sway Bar 3/42 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar Retainer Spring Bar Sway Deck Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched Washer, Lock Washer, Hardened Blade Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented Housing, Mandrel, Vented Bearing, Ball, Mandrel Stripper, Vented Mower Deck Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt, Shoulder Baffle, Vortex Nut Stiffener Bracket Bracket, Deflector Mower 42" Cap, Sleeve 80 x 112 Blk Mower Spring, Torsion, Deflector 2 52 Nut, Push Phos & Oil Shield, Deflector 42" Blk Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Gauge Rod, Hinge 42" 6 75 W/G Screw Thdrol Washer Head Washer, Spacer Mower Vented Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Toplock Flange Bolt Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Gauge Nut Guard, Mandrel, LH Retainer Screw, Thdrol 1/4-20 x 5/8 T Washer, Hardened Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Locknut Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC KEY NO. 53 54 55 56 59 67 68 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 --- PART NO. 131845 133943 155046 165723 141043 106932X 144959 179292 179293 17060510 73510500 72110505 4898H 105455X 73930600 19121414 19171512 165890 157109 158634 165888 171977 131335 169022 165898 19091216 169670 169676 169674 169675 169671 169672 169669 17720408 72140614 130794 171491 DESCRIPTION Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer Guard TUV Idler Knob V-Belt, 42" Mower Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH Screw Tapping 3/8-16 x . 625 Nut, Keps 5/16 - 18 UNC Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Bolt, Shoulder Wheel, Gauge Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. [. . . ]