Poulan Pro PB195H42LT Operator's Manual page 11

OPERATION
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig. 10)
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the
cutting height.
Fig. 10
• Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.
The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". 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" during the cool season and to over 3" during
hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns,
mow often and after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height
should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively
high; the second to desired height.
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11)
Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly
offthe ground when mower is atthe desired cutting height in
operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop-
er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on aflat level surface.
• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-
JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation
section of this manual).
• With mower indesired heightofcut position, gaugewheels
shou Id be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.
Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder
bolt, washer, washer, and Iocknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same
adjustment hole.
Fig. 11
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse
direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the
engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.
J_WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-
gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the
ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment
clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator
decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the
attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless
absolutely necessary.
USINGTHE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (See Fig. 12)
Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders
will enter the mowing area.
• Move motion control lever to neutral position.
• With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise
to ROS "ON" position.
• Look down and behind before and while backing.
• Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position
to start movement.
• When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the
ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.
ROS "ON" ENGINE "ON" POSITION
POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING)
Fig. 12
TO OPERATE MOWER
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with
the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will
shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally
positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat-
ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,
rolling terrain or hills.
• Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever.
• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch.
TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
• Disengage attachment clutch control.
_ CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher, on mowers
so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in
place (See Fig. 13).
11
mmm
Fig. 13