Poulan 224110x92e2 User Manual - Page 5

• Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. WARNING:This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity / Type: Oil Capacity: Oil Type (API SG-SL): Spark Plug: Blade Bolt Torque: 1.0 Quarts (0,94 Litres) Unleaded Regular 20 Ounces (0,58 Litres) SAE 30 (above 0°C/32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 0°C/32°F) Champion RJ19LM (Gap: 0.30" / 0,76 mm) 35-40 ft. lbs. (47-54 N-m) ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in 1. Raise handles until lower handle sec- its entirety before you attempt to assemble tion locks into place in mowing position. or operate your new lawn mower. 2. Remove protective padding, raise up- IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag. To ensure safe per handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs. 3. Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. and proper operation of your lawn mower, all Operator parts and hardware you assemble must be presence tightened securely. Use the correct tools as control bar MOWING POSITION necessary to ensure proper tightness. LIFT TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON UP 1. Remove loose parts included with mower. 2. Cut down two end corners of carton LIFT and lay end panel down flat. UP 3. Remove all packing materials except Upper handle padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. 4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and Handle knob check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts. HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE Lower handle TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to dis- IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so charging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in as not to pinch or damage control cables. the Operation section of this manual. 5