Poulan 193733 ユーザーズマニュアル

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Safety Rules ................. 2-3
Assembly ...................... 4-7
Operation.................... 8-15

Storage ..................... 25-26
Troubleshooting ........ 26-27

IMPORTANT:  This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob-
jects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

 Look for this symbol to point out im por -

tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!!   BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.

  WARNING:  In order to prevent ac ci den tal 

starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad-
 just ing or making repairs, always dis con nect 
spark plug wire and place wire where it can not 
come in contact with plug. 

 WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its 

constituents, and certain vehicle com po -
nents contain or emit chem i cals known to 
the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and 
birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and 

related accessories contain lead and lead 
compounds, chemicals known to the State 
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth 
defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash 
hands after handling.

  CAUTION:  Muffl er and

other engine parts become
extremely hot during
operation and remain hot
after engine has stopped.
To avoid severe burns on
contact, stay away from these areas.

•   Read, understand, and follow all 

in struc tions on the machine and in the 
manual(s) before starting. Be thor ough ly 
familiar with the controls and the proper 
use of the machine before starting.

•   Do not put hands or feet near or under 

rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
 charge opening at all times.

•   Only allow responsible individuals, who 

are familiar with the in struc tions, to oper-
ate the machine.

•   Clear the area of objects such as rocks, 

toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which 
could be picked up and thrown by blade.

•   Be sure the area is clear of other people 

before mowing. Stop ma chine if anyone 
enters the area.

•   Do not operate the mower when bare-

 foot or wearing open sandals. Al ways 
wear substantial foot wear.

•   Do not pull mower backwards unless 

absolutely nec es sary. Always look down 
and behind before and while moving 
backwards.

•  Never direct discharged material toward 

anyone.  Avoid discharging material against 
a wall or obstruction.  Material may richo-
chet back toward the operator.  Stop the 
blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

•   Do not operate the mower without  

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or 
oth er safety protective devices in place.

•   See manufacturer’s instructions for 

proper operation and installation of 
accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.

•   Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el 

drives, walks, or roads.

•   Stop the engine (motor) whenever you 

leave the equip ment, before clean ing the 
mower or unclogging the chute.

•   Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until 

the blade comes to complete stop before 
removing grass catcher.

•   Mow only in daylight / good artifi cial light.
•   Do not operate the machine while under 

the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.

•   Never operate machine in wet grass. 

Always be sure of your footing: keep a 
fi rm hold on the handle; walk, never run.

•   Disengage the self-propelled mech-

 a nism or drive clutch on mowers so 
equipped before starting the engine.

•   If the equipment should start to vi brate 

abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and 
check immediately for the cause. Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.

•   Always wear safety goggles or safe ty glass-

es with side shields when op er at ing mower.

Slopes are a major factor related to slip & 
fall accidents which can result in severe in-
jury. All slopes require extra caution. If you 
feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
•   Mow across the face of slopes: nev er 

up and down. Exercise extreme caution 
when changing direction on slopes.

Maintenance ............. 16-19
Service and
Adjustments.............. 19-24

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Loss of power        1.   Rear of lawn mower                 1.   Raise cutting height.   
                                      housing or cutting blade               

                                      dragging in heavy grass.              
                                2.   Cutting too much grass.           2.   Raise cutting height.   
                                3.   Dirty air fi lter.                           3.   Clean/replace air fi lter.
                                4.   Buildup of grass, leaves,         4.   Clean underside of mower 

                                      and trash under mower.                 housing. 

 

                                5.   Too much oil in engine.            5.   Check oil level.
                                6.   Walking speed too fast.           6.   Cut at slower walking speed.

Poor cut –               1.   Worn, bent or loose blade.      1.   Replace blade. Tighten  
uneven                                                                                blade bolt.

                                2.   Wheel heights uneven.            2.   Set all wheels at same  
                                                                                            height.

                                3.   Buildup of grass, leaves          3.   Clean underside of  

 

                                      and trash under mower.                 mower housing.

Excessive               1.   Worn, bent or loose blade.      1.   Replace blade. Tighten  
vibration                                                                             blade bolt.

                                2.   Bent engine crankshaft.           2.   Contact a qualifi ed service
                                                                                            center.

Starter rope            1.   Engine fl ywheel brake is on     1.   Depress control bar to 
hard to pull                   when control bar is released.         upper handle before    

                                                                                            pulling starter rope.
                                2.   Bent engine crankshaft.           2.   Contact a qualifi ed service
                                                                                            center.
                                3.   Blade adapter broken.             3.   Replace blade adapter.
                                4.   Blade dragging in grass.          4.   Move lawn mower to cut  
                                                                                            grass or to hard surface.

Grass catcher        1.  Cutting height too low.             1.   Raise cutting height.
not fi lling                2.   Lift on blade worn off.              2.   Replace blade. 
(If so equipped)     3.   Catcher not venting air.           3.   Clean grass catcher.

Hard to push          1.   Grass is too high or wheel       1.   Raise cutting height.

                                      height is too low.
                                2.   Rear of lawn mower                 2.   Raise rear of lawn mower
                                      housing or cutting blade                housing one (1) setting
                                      dragging in grass.                          higher.
                                3.   Grass catcher too full.              3.   Empty grass catcher.
                                4.   Handle height position not       4.   Adjust handle height to suit.
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Loss of drive          1.   Belt wear.                                 1.   Check/replace drive belt.
or slowing of          2.   Belt off of pulley.                      2.   Check/reinstall drive belt.
drive speed            3.   Drive cable worn or broken.     3.   Replace drive cable. 

                                4.   “Loose” drive control system.  4.   Adjust drive control.