Bolens 300 Series - Manual (Page 5)

IV. SERVICE
1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.
a. Use only an approved container.
b. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. Do not smoke.
c. Never refuel the machine indoors.
d. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an
open flame, or spark, such as a water heater, space heater, clothes
dryer and the like.
2. Never run a machine inside a closed area.
3. Check frequently and keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment
bolts, tight and keep equipment in safe working condition.
4. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regular­
ly. Use all guards as instructed in this manual.
5. To reduce fire hazard, keep machine free of grass, leaves or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool
before storing.
6. Stop and inspect the equipment for damage if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before re-starting and operating the machine.
7. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
8. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterio­
rate, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently, check components and replace with manufacturer’s recom­
mended parts when necessary.
9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves
and use extra caution when servicing blade(s).
10. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
11. Muffler, engine, and belt guards become hot during operation and can
cause a burn. Allow to cool down before touching.
12. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
A Your unit was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power
DANGER:
equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules,
you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
ASSEMBLY
This owner’s manual covers various models of lawn
tractors. The units illustrated may vary slightly from
your unit. Follow only those instructions which per­
tain to your model lawn tractor.
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT
GASOLINE or OIL; however, a small amount of oil
may be present from the factory. Do not overfill.
After assembly, service engine with gasoline and
oil as instructed in the separate engine manual
packed with your unit.
Hex Seif-Tapping
A
BATTERY
WARNING
A. Battery acid must be handled with great care as
contact with it can burn and blister the skin. It is also
advisable to wear protective clothing (goggles, rub­
ber gloves and apron) when working with it.*
B. Should battery acid accidentally splatter into the
eyes or onto the face, rinse the affected area im­
mediately with clean cold water. If there is any
further discomfort, seek prompt medical attention.
C. If acid spills on clothing, first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize with a solution of ammonia/
water or baking soda/water.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the
unit is observed from the driver’s seat, facing
forward.
UNPACKING
1. Remove the lawn tractor from the carton as follows.
Open the top flaps. Remove all loose parts and car­
ton inserts. Cut the front corners of the carton.
Make certain brake is released, and push the unit
out of the carton.
2. Remove page four from this manual and lay the
contents of the hardware pack on the illustration
for identification.
ATTACHING THE SEAT
1. The seat on your lawn tractor has been mounted
backward for shipping purposes. Remove the four
hex self-tapping screws which secure the seat to
the seat pivot bracket.
2. Turn the seat around and place in position against
the seat pivot bracket, lining up the slotted holes
in the pivot bracket with the holes in the seat.
Select desired position for the seat, and secure
with hex self-tapping screws. See figure 1.
INFORMATION
D. Since battery acid is corrosive, do not pour it into
any sink or drain. Before discarding empty elec­
trolyte containers, rinse them with a neutralizing
solution.
E. NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to bat­
tery while charger is turned on as it can cause
sparks.
F. Keep all lighted materials (cigarettes, matches,
lighters) away from the battery as the hydrogen gas
generated during charging can be combustible.
G. As a further precaution, only charge the battery in
a well-ventilated area.
*Always shield eyes, protect skin and clothing
when working near batteries.