User manual POULAN PRO PP17538HP

[. . . ] IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY 03076 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PP17538HP LAWN TRACTOR Visit our website: www. poulan-pro. com ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 420408 Rev. 1 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. [. . . ] Disengage parking brake CAUTION: At any time, there may be movement of the drive wheels. Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position, hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Depress reverse drive pedal to full reverse position, hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet. Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation. MOWING TIPS · · · · Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 14 · If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. · · · 15 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE T R A C T 0 R Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1, 2 1, 2 2 2 5 4 3 E N G I N E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1, 2 2 2 Replace Fuel Filter 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Section. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. · At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. LUBRICATION CHART SPINDLE ZERK FRONT SPINDLE ZERK FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK SECTOR GEAR TEETH WHEEL BEARING ZERK STEERING ENGINE BEFORE EACH USE · · · · · Check engine oil level. [. . . ] If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. CYLINDER(S) · · · · Remove spark plug(s). Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER · · · · Do not store gasoline from one season to another. If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt. [. . . ]