Poulan Pro 301ZX_966681701 LAWN TRACTOR - Manual (Page 28)

OPERATION
28
Running
1. Release the parking brake by moving the lever
downward.
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator
presence system. When the engine is running,
any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake will shut off
the engine.
2. Move the steering controls to the neutral position
(N).
WARNING!
Ensure that no one is near mower when
engaging blade control lever.
3. Select the cutting height by placing the lever into
the desired notch.
4. Move throttle control to full throttle.
5. Engage the mower blade by sliding the lever
upwards and into the lock notch.
6. The machine’s speed and direction are
continuously variable using the two steering
controls. When both controls are in the neutral
position, the machine stands still.
By moving both controls an equal amount forward
or backward, the machine moves in a straight line
forward or backward respectively.
In order, for example, to turn right while moving
forward, move the right control towards the neutral
position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced
and the machine turns to the right.
Turning on the spot (zero turn) can be achieved
by moving one control backward (behind the
neutral position) and carefully moving the other
steering control forward from its neutral position.
8050-005
Parking brake not activated
8058-085
Mower deck’s lifting lever
8058-075
Mower blade control lever locked into blade engagement