User manual POULAN PRO PR600Y21RP

[. . . ] TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized Service Center. PROBLEM Loss of power CAUSE 1. Adjust drive control. SELF-PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Grass catcher not filling (If so equipped) Hard to push Loss of drive or slowing of drive speed WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). [. . . ] MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Set spark plug gap according to engine manual specifications. SPARK PLUG BOOT On some models a spark plug boot is packed loose in the parts bag. If your model has the boot, install on spark plug wire and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. Spark plug IMPORTANT: The engine alternator will not charge a discharged battery. ALL UNITS: At the end of the mowing season the battery should be charged for 48 hours to protect the battery during winter storage. CAUTION: Always disconnect the engine connector (male) from the battery connector (female) to prevent accidental starting when transporting or storing your lawn mower after the season. HANDLE-MOUNTED KEY SWITCH Engine connector (male) Harness connector (female) Boot ENGINE Read the maintenance section of your engine manual. LUBRICATION Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (SEE ENGINE MANUAL) · Be sure lawn mower is on level surface. · For engines with oil fill cap/dipstick, remove bottom drain plug or remove engine oil cap and turn mower on its side. · After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. · Fill to top of slot inside of filler hole or to "FULL" line on dipstick on models so equipped. Keep oil at proper level. TO PREPARE BATTERY (ELECTRIC START MODELS ONLY) NOTE: Your battery must be charged before you can start your lawn mower. UNITS WITH HANDLE-MOUNTED KEY SWITCH ONLY: · Connect battery charger connector (male) to harness connector (female). UNITS WITH DECK-MOUNTED BATTERY or TRIMPLATE-MOUNTED KEY SWITCH: · Disconnect engine connector (male) from battery connector (female). · Connect battery charger connector (male) to battery connector (female). · Leave battery charger connected for 24 hours before starting your engine for the first time. UNITS WITH HANDLE-MOUNTED KEY SWITCH ONLY: · After charging, disconnect harness connector (female) from battery charger connector (male). IMPORTANT: The engine will not recharge your battery. Battery connector (Female) Battery charger Charger connector (male) CLEANING IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of grass build-up and trash. · Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove buildup of grass and trash. · Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter, and carburetor are covered to keep water out. [. . . ] Hold operator presence control bar down against handle to continue mowing without self-propelling. NOTE: If after releasing the drive control the mower will not roll backwards, push the mower forward slightly to disengage drive wheels. FRONT WHEEL DRIVE MODELS ONLY: · To keep drive control engaged when turning corners, push down on the handle to lift the front wheels off the ground while turning lawn mower. "AUTOWALK" ADJUSTMENT Over time, the drive control system may become "loose", resulting in decreased speed. [. . . ]