Poulan 159759 - Manual (Page 8)

ASSEMBLY
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for
shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for
best cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see
that the brake is property adjusted. See “TO ADJUST
BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
^CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE
THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA CTION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
/ All assembly instmctions have been completed.
/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps).
/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
/ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overinflated at the factory).
/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure
and wires are properly clamped.
/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in
drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:
/ Engine oil is at proper level.
/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline.
/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
/ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
/ It is important to purge the transmission before operat­
ing yourtractorforthe first time. Follow proper starting
and transmission purging instructions (See ‘TOST ART
ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op­
eration section of this manual).