User manual POULAN EL-14 PATRIOT

[. . . ] Us ly a om rec ed nd me rep lac en em t co r. ine nta 8 020 4 O WNER'S MANUAL Catalog No. 96072000100 38 Inch Mower Grass Catcher · · · · Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Repair Parts 194915 3. 16. 05 rad Printed in U. S. A. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. [. . . ] If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · GENERAL SERVICE · · · · · Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine. Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Grass Catcher and to prevent injury to yourself and others. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tractor and while mowing. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS · · Remove all parts and packing materials from carton. Be sure all parts are there. CARTON CONTENTS: (2) Container Tops (2) Container Bottoms (1) Upper Chute (1) Lower Chute (1) Cover Assembly (1) Support Assembly (1) Owner's Manual PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER UPPER CHUTE FULL BAGGER INDICATOR pla d re de cem er. ntain t co en Do un er INGmow RNerate WA t op no s les ain cont er ssub erlyi op is pr t to jec we ar an d de tierio ratio n. en en wh ked crac or da e on . Us ed mag ly a m reco men Do INGmow RNerate WA t op no er un les s co ntain er op is pr erlyi ssub jec t to we ar ra tierio d de an Ch tion. ba eck g fre en qu Re tly. pla ce en wh ked crac or da e on . Us ed mag ly a mm reco en de d re en cem pla t co ntain er. CHUTE LATCH GRASS CATCHER CONTAINERS 84 020 LOWER CHUTE NOTE: When right hand (R. H. ) and left hand (L. H. ) are mentioned in this manual, it means when you are seated on the tractor, in the operator's position. CAUTION: BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO TRACTOR: · Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. · Place gearshift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. · Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. [. . . ] · Do not attempt to vacuum up cans or other potentially hazardous projectiles. · 8 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. · Before each use check for loose fasteners. · Clean unit thoroughly after each use. STORAGE When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grass, leaves, etc. [. . . ]