Warranty - Poulan Pro 161608 Owner's Manual

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure
T
Check for Loose Fasteners
R
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
A
Lubrication Chart
C
Check Battery Level/Recharge
T
0
Clean Battery and Terminals
R
Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension
Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Clean Air Filter
E
Clean Air Screen
N
G
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
I
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
N
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
E
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.
4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
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 main tain tractor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain
your tractor.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air fi lter, and
check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air fi lter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check brake operation.
• Check tire pressure.
• Check for loose fasteners.
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SPINDLE ZERK
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FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK
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ATTACH-
MENT CLUTCH
PIVOT(S)
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SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
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GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
3
REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL
NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL
SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE
LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.
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SERVICE DATES
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5 - If equipped with adjustable system.
6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
2
SPINDLE ZERK
2
FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK
ENGINE 3