Poulan Pro 404489, Operator'S Manual

10

OPERATION

TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT  
(See Fig. 8)

The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the 
cut ting height.

•      Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.
•     Slide pointer tab (T) to desired cutting height as a 

reminder for next time you mow.

The cutting  height  range is  ap prox i mate ly 1" to  4".  The 
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with 
the engine not running.  These heights are approximate and 
may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass 
and types of grass being mowed.
•         The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches 
during hot months.  For healthier and better looking 
lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

•     For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches 

in height should be mowed twice.  Make the fi rst cut 
relatively high; the second to de sired height.

SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
The cruise control should only be used while mowing or 
transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other 
con di tions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the 
cruise control to dis en gage. Do not use the cruise control 
on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning.
•      With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed, 

pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting 
your foot off the pedal, then release the lever.

To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal 
or tap on forward drive pedal.

K

L

J

FIG. 7

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Gauge wheels  are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly 
off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height 
in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck 

FIG. 8

FIG.9

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing 
switch.  Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with 
the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged 
will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally 
positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating 
or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, 
rolling terrain or hills.
1.    Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever.
2.   Start mower blades by engaging at tach ment clutch 

control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - 
disengage at tach ment clutch con trol.

CAUTION:  Do not operate the mower 
without either the en tire grass catcher, 
on mowers so equipped, or the defl ector 
shield (S) in place.

S

FIG. 10

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System 
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse 
direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off 
the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" 
position.

in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain 
conditions. 

NOTE:

 Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level 

surface.
•      Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-

 JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in this sec tion of 
manual).

•     With mower in desired height of cut po si tion, gauge 

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off 
the ground. In stall gauge wheel in ap pro pri ate hole. 
Tighten se cure ly.

•      Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust-

ment hole.

T