Poulan Pro 271490, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...NTRACTOR Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Troubleshooting Repair Parts For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 181203 12 5 01 RD PRINTED IN U S A ...

Page 2: ...Use extra care when loading or unload ing the machine into a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect them selves and others from serious injury Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up ...

Page 3: ...blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the eng...

Page 4: ...not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor _ CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose contro...

Page 5: ...he 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 maintain ing caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual _L WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion en...

Page 6: ... x 1 1 4 _ Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Locknut 5 16 1 _1_ _ 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft O I Seat 1 Washer _ 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge J_ 1 Knob _Drain Tub_ For Future Use Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 6 ...

Page 7: ...es n extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut securely to 18 22 ft Ibs torque 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward 4 Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter ont...

Page 8: ...ral N position 4 Roll tractor forward off skid 5 Remove banding holding deflector shield guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _bWARNING Before starting read understand 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...

Page 9: ...e that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product Please review the following checklist All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tiros were overinflate...

Page 10: ...NING J ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT R N H L c I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY 10 FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only ...

Page 11: ...ds Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for s...

Page 12: ...ne to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turn ignition key to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine ru...

Page 13: ...lutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake Move gearshift lever to 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control When pushing o...

Page 14: ...utch brake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 3 Move attachment clutch to disen gaged position 4 Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starling read the warm and cold starting procedures below 5 Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more tha...

Page 15: ...s fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high 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 b...

Page 16: ...nty 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 All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Onc...

Page 17: ...t position to allow access to blades 2 Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade 3 Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown 5 Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTA...

Page 18: ...on when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you...

Page 19: ... dipstick tube assembly off engine 2 Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt 3 Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins 4 To reassemble reverse above procedure Screws Blower Housing Screws Assembly Engine Cooling Fins MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG...

Page 20: ...ing 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs 8 Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs 9 Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor Clutch S Small Retainer IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links and hook the clutch spring Into square ...

Page 21: ...l number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut P against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment D D Bot...

Page 22: ...tance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is neces sary Contact an authorized service center department With Parking Brake Engaged It A Jam Nut Operating TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower See IO REMOVE...

Page 23: ...ion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1 Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chas...

Page 24: ...justment as described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows 1 With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow to choke position Slowly move lever from choke to fast position 2 Check that holes A in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line up If holes A are not aligned loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned...

Page 25: ...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 1 Drain the fuel tank 2 Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and ca...

Page 26: ... or starter CORRECTION Fill fuel tank See 3 0 START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See ro Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department ...

Page 27: ...logged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil leveVchange oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gasoline ...

Page 28: ... battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine CORRECTION Remove obstruction Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires fo...

Page 29: ...OUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATFERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST WIRING INSULATED CLIPS HEADLIGHTS F NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS NOTE IF ...

Page 30: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 ELECTRICAL 22 26 I I i I I I I I I I I I I f J l_t I II I II I I i I I I I I 30 ...

Page 31: ...147 Cable Battery 6 Gauge Red Wit 6 Wire 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 UNC 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Gauge Black 12 29 121305X Switch Plunger 30 175566 Switch Ignition 33 140401 Key Ignition 40 179720 Harness Ignition 41 71110408 Bolt Hex Head Fin 1 4 20 x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal Red 43 178861 Solenoid 48 140844 AdaptorAmmeter Rectangular 52 141940 ProtectionWire Loop 89 180449...

Page 32: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES 3O 29 26 31_ 2O8 26 2O9 58 12 28 53 54 26 33 206 lO 26 13 o _ 2O8 ...

Page 33: ...nc 28 179777 Gdlle LensAsm 29 150209X599 Lens Headlight Bar Clear 30 159465X417 Fender 31 136619 Bracket Fender Repl 109873x 33 179716X417 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 179717X417 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 17490508 Scraw Thdroi 5 15 18 x 1 2 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 1 4 20 52 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 53 144697 Bracket...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 GROUND DRIVE 12 34 34 ...

Page 35: ...ut Hex Jam 5 8 16 Uric 79 2 228M Spring Red Brake 2 00 Zinc 96 4497H Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad 112 19091210 Rod Brake Parking LIP t 113 127285X Cap Brake Parking 116 72140608 Bracket MtgTransaxle 119 19131016 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18unc x 3 4 120 73900600 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Nibbed 150 175456 Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 151 19133210 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 16 Ga 170 178394 Pin Roll 3 16 x 1 202 72110614 Pulley...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 STEERING 1 t s 2 I r i _ __ _ 29 H I 46 e_ 68 67 67 2_ o_ _ _ _ 1 3O 43 36 ...

Page 37: ...3 4 30 76020412 Pin 32 130465 Rod Tie 36 155099 Bushing Steedng 37 152927 Screw 38 140045X428 Cap StesringWheel 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Gauge 40 7810H Gripco Nut 41 100711L Adaptor SteeringWheel 42 145054X428 Boot Steering 43 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Shaft Extension Steering 46 121232X Cap Spindle 47 6855M Fitting Grease 51 73800500 Nut lockHex w Ins 5 16 18 ...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 ...

Page 39: ...der parts from Engine Manufacturer Muffler Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPTx 3 ElbowStd90 Degree 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 ShieldBrowning Kit Spark Arrestor Fiat Scrn Tank Fuel Front 1 25 CapAsm Fuel Clamp Hose BIk Une Fuel 20 Oil Drain Plug Order From Engine Mfg BushingSnap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol3 8 16 Washer 9 32 x 7 8...

Page 40: ... 32 x 1 x 14 Ga 10 174894 Pan Seat 11 166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut 12 121246X Bracket Mounting Switch I 5 21 KEY PART NO NO 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 73800500 24 19171912 25 127018X DESCRIPTION BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Bolt Shld 5 16 18 Unc Nut Lock ...

Page 41: ...tor Decal V Belt sch Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust LiftHandle Owner s Manual English Owner s Manual Spanish 4 10 11 KEY PART NO NO 1 59192 2 65139 3 106222 4 59904 5 106732X427 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X427 9 124635X 10 7152J 11 104757 428 144334 DESCRIPTION Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Service Tube Front Service Item Only RimAsm 6 frontWhite Service FittingGrease FrontWheel Only ...

Page 42: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 LIFTASSEMBLY 7 5 3 13 2 4 6 8 i I i I I I 6 5 13 19 13 19 2O 15 2O 42 ...

Page 43: ...n BIk629 Id 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted BIk 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Uft LH 12 139866 Link Lift RH 13 4939M RetainerSpring 15 173288 Unk Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 175689 Trunnion BIkZinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 ArmSuspensionRear 20 163552 RetainerSpringZinc 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All componentdim...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 271490 MOWERDECK 86 4 149 44 ...

Page 45: ... 146 165891 Bolt Shoulder 148 169022 Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 149 165898 Bracket Mower Deflector 150 19091216 Cap Sleeve 151 169670 Spring Deflector 152 172758 Nut Push 153 169674 Shield Deflector 154 169675 Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga 155 169671 Rod Hinge 156 169672 Screw Thdro 157 169669 Washer Spacer 158 17720408 Pulley Mandrel Nut Flangelock 9 16 130794 Pulley Idler Flat Nut Crown ock 3 8 16 Retai...

Page 46: ...imited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 6 Exclusions ...

Page 47: ...ong 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 you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill ...

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