Poulan Pro 177925, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
FIG. 8
MOWER BLADES -
•
To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch
to “DISENGAGED” position.
GROUND DRIVE -
•
To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full
“BRAKE” position.
IMPORTANT: T H E M O T I O N C O N T R O L L E V E R
RETURNS TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE
BRAKE PEDAL IS FULLY DEPRESSED.
ENGINE -
•
Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and
allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine
to “backfire”.
•
Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key.
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent
unauthorized use.
• Never use choke to stop engine.
IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY
POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE
BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).
NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle
with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility,
always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.
CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-
pletely, as described above, before leav-
ing the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig. 8)
The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust-
ment knob in desired direction.
•
Turn knob clockwise ( ) to raise cutting height.
• Turn knob counterclockwise ( ) to lower cutting
height.
The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2".
The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip
with the engine not running. These heights are approximate
and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of
grass and types of grass being mowed.
•
The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2
inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and better looking
lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in
height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired height.
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)
Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine.
Do not use to start a warm engine.
•
knob in to disengage.
TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)
Always operate engine at full throttle.
•
Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the
battery charging rate.
• Full throttle offers the best mower performance.
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
“DRIVE”
POSITION
CHOKE
CONTROL
MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER
“DISENGAGED”
POSITION
PUSH IN TO
“DISENGAGE”
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH SWITCH
PULL OUT TO
“ENGAGE”
IGNITION
KEY
PARKING BRAKE
“ENGAGED”
POSITION
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
/BRAKE PEDAL
“BRAKE”
POSITION
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating
your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision
safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator
to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will
shut off the engine.
•
Depress brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and
hold.
• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and
release pressure from brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake
will hold tractor secure.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
(See Fig. 8)
CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate
motion control lever when the parking
brake is set or when the brake pedal is
depressed. Doing so may result in
misadjustment to the drive control sys-
tem.
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the
motion control lever.
•
Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)
position.
• Release parking brake.
• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.