Poulan Pro 191491, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...or Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 191491 Rev 1 03 11 04 RD PRINTED IN U S A Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts ...

Page 2: ...re during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Bat tery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original...

Page 3: ... machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents ...

Page 4: ...y children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or...

Page 5: ...hine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting o...

Page 6: ...instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in main taining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine a...

Page 7: ...7 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Locknut 1 2 20 4 Washers 3 8 x 3 4 x 14 Ga 4 Wheels 4 Adjusting Bar 4 Retainer Springs double loop 4 Clevis Pins 4 Locknut 3 8 16 4 Shoulder Bolt Gauge Wheels Mower 2 Retainer Springs double loop 2 Flanged Pins Steering Wheel Adapter ...

Page 8: ...to raised position NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instruc tions 02742 Steering Wheel Insert Lock Nut Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Steering Shaft Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Adaptor BEFORE REMOVING...

Page 9: ... derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects 1 Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed 2 Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline 3 Place freewheel control in trans mission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operat...

Page 10: ...as shown 9 Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brack ets NOTE To assist in locating hole in flanged pin the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin If necessary move mower side to side to give space between plate and ...

Page 11: ...d tight ened securely All tires are properly inflated For ship ping purposes the tires were overin flated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections a...

Page 12: ...ould result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoid...

Page 13: ...r starting and stopping the engine ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks brake pedal into the brake position MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of trac...

Page 14: ...tor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine 1 Depress brake pedal all the way down and hold 2 Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from brake pedal Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure TO ADJ...

Page 15: ...ake IMPORTANT The motion control lever returns to neutral N position when the brake pedal is depressed To restart movement slowly release parking brake and brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting Make all turns slowly The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 The heights are mea sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights ...

Page 16: ...ing CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separa tion and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines a...

Page 17: ...uld be warmed up as follows 1 Be sure the tractor is on level ground PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning To ensure proper operation and per formance it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed du...

Page 18: ...gh the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mow ing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut de...

Page 19: ...ew1 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments de...

Page 20: ...never op erate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest position to al low access to blades NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth 2 Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise 3 Install new or resharpened blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP fac...

Page 21: ... fins for dirt grass clip pings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing contact a qualified service center TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED ...

Page 22: ...tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower 02791 Drain Tube Oil Drain Valve To Open To Close 4 After oil has drained completely close the drain valve turning clockwise Use the 7 16 11mm wrench to apply a small amount of torque to keep it closed Do not over tighten 5 Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place 6 Refill engine with oil thr...

Page 23: ... is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage parking brake 1 Swing anti sway bar to left side of mower deck 2 Slide mower under tractor with deflec tor shield to right side of tractor IMPORTANT Check belt for proper rout ing in all mower pulley grooves 3 If equipped turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops 4 Lower mower linkage wi...

Page 24: ...DUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual If tires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT Raise mower to its highest position Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same If adjustment is necessary make adjust ment on one side of mower only To raise one sid...

Page 25: ...Cover Primary Idler Arm R H Mandrel Idler Pulleys Electric Clutch Pulley TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1 Park tractor on a level surface Engage parking brake 2 Lower mower to its lowest position 3 Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket CAUTION Rod is spring loaded Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly 4 Remove screws from R H mandrel cover and remove cover 5 Remov...

Page 26: ...ST BRAKE If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be checked and adjusted TO CHECK BRAKE 1 Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake 2 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission dis engaged posit...

Page 27: ...e and reassemble Replace and tighten hub bolts securely NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Always wea...

Page 28: ...ectrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash 02141 Hood Headlight Wire Connector TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS SEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 4 When replacing hood be sure t...

Page 29: ...m forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines...

Page 30: ...retor in Service and Adjustments section 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact our authorized adjustment service center department Engine will not 1 Brake pedal not depressed 1 Depress brake pedal turn over 2 Attachment clutch is engaged 2 Disengage attachment clutch 3 Weak or dead battery 3 Recharge or replace battery 4 Blown fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6...

Page 31: ... mandrel 2 Contact our authorized service center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety 1 Check wiring switches and to run when oper presence control system connections If not corrected ator leaves seat contact our authorized with attachment service center department clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loos...

Page 32: ...witch is OFF 1 Turn switch ON working 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equipped 3 Faulty light switch 3 Check replace light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Check wiring and connections 5 Blown fuse 5 Replace fuse Battery will not 1 Bad battery cell s 1 Replace battery charge 2 Poor cable connections 2 Check clean all connections 3 Faulty regulator 3 Replace regulat...

Page 33: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope y...