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03076 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings PBA19542LT and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan.com 417905 11.26.07 SR...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and using your tractor. and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow the instructions under “Maintenace” and “Stor- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) age”...
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Insert (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob (1) Seat (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys...
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
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ASSEMBLY CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • If this battery is put into service after month and year • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing indicated on label (label located between terminals) seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and func tion of BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE con trols) WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY •...
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. AT TACH MENT IGNITION ROS "ON"...
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
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OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse ing switch.
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OPERATION ADD GASOLINE TO TRANSPORT • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a lift control. minimum of 87 octane.
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OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- throttle control in the choke position until the engine pings.
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement BRAKE OPERATION blade approved by the manufacturer of If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest your tractor.
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MAINTENANCE • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid main te - If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal nance is not required for the life of the transaxle.
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MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) coun ter clock wise. The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel • To open, pull out on the drain valve. filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO or driveway.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO CHECK BRAKE (See Fig. 22) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. surface, then brake must be serviced.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL- NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift and corrosion.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 26 and 27) TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The WARNING: Do not short battery fuse holder is located behind the dash. ter mi nals by allowing a wrench or any TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY other object to contact both terminals at the same time.
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
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LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.
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PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 •...