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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PPH 23 B 48
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY 03076 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings MODEL: and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. PPH 23 B 48 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com...
- Page 2 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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im- the presence of children. Children are often attracted mediately. to the ma chine and the mowing activity.
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance”...
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2) TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST for best cutting performance. PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
- Page 7 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE...
- Page 8 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. Fig.
- Page 9 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 10 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches (See Fig. 7) during hot months. For healthier and better looking The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER TO OPERATE ON HILLS Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with with slopes greater than 15° and do not the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will drive across any slope.
- Page 12 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
- Page 13 OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.
- Page 14 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...
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 16) V-BELTS Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not utilized after each use.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 17) CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Determine temperature range expected before oil change. engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or All oil must meet API service classification C.
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS re mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing - Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of bar NOTE: Be su forward before sliding mower under tractor. into hole in rear mower bracket (D). Move mower as needed to insert bar.
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight forward. • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 34) (See Fig. 33) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on •...
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WASH ERS RE TAIN ING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) Fig. 35 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 36) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame and 02953 smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies.
- Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 37) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 38) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the same time.
- Page 25 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...
- Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
- Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ to run when oper- department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.
- Page 28 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 30 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 •...