Poulan Pro 279910, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...UAL MODEL PR18542STA WARNING Read the Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury LAWNTRACTOR 279910 PR18542STA Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 174397 2 16 00 JH Printed in U S A ...

Page 2: ...ability of the machine Keep allmovement on the slopes slowand gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope 2 DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary andthen tum slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The m...

Page 3: ...ge blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do nottum onslopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS IN VOLVED CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the trac tor A CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by ...

Page 4: ...trained tech nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor propedy Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule inmaintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Customer Respo...

Page 5: ...teedng vV_tee_l _nnsge rt Sleeve 1 Lock washer 3 8 1 Large Washer 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1ol 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 Steering Wheel Adapter Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 2 Mulch_ 5 ...

Page 6: ...nextensionand lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straightforward Remove steering wheel adapter fromsteeringwheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel socrossbars are horizontal...

Page 7: ...ove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section page 10 for location and func tion of controls WARNING 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 of other people and objects Be sure all the above ...

Page 8: ... tire pressure is important for best cuffingperformance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cuffing results mower housing should be properly leveled See TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and ...

Page 9: ...D FAST SLOW WARNING ENG NEOH ENG NEOFF O PRESSORE GHTSON OV_ _T_ P I FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED N H AI rACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED IGNITION A I I ACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL AutomaticModelsonly 9 ...

Page 10: ...g and controlling engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting a cold engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for clutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine UGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjustthe mower cuffingheight A rrACHMENT CLUTCH LE...

Page 11: ...zed use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certainconditionswhentractor isstandingidle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stoppingtractor on grass areas 11 TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fi...

Page 12: ...lever is in neutral N position Do not push or tow tractor at more than five 5 MPH NOTE To protect hoodfrom damage when transportingyour tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the...

Page 13: ...e Service and Adjustments section of this manual MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand sideofmower should be used fortrimming Ddvesothatclippingsaradischargedontotheareathat has been cut Have the cut area to the dght of the machine This will result in a more even distri...

Page 14: ...OMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover itemsthat have been subjected tooperator abuse ornegligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintaintractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properlymaintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least onc...

Page 15: ...arpened blade with trailingedge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE CENTER HOLE FLAT WASHER _ LOCK WASHER _ HEX BOLT GRADE 8 A GRAD...

Page 16: ...when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely Refill engine with oil through oil till dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Use gaug...

Page 17: ...TER MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 15 The fuel filter sho...

Page 18: ...retainer spring slidecollar off and push housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by re moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor SMALL RETAINER CLUTCH SPRING IMPORTAN...

Page 19: ...E FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE To obtainthe best cuffingresults the mower housingshould be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower isinitshighest position Check adjustment on rightside oftractor Measure distance D directly infront and behind the mand...

Page 20: ...ghest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center department OPERATING TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 23 Parkthe tractor onlevelsurface Engage parking brake For assistance there isabelt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutchi...

Page 21: ...ar wheelsonly aligngrooves inrearwheel huband axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be pumhased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion I WASHERS RETAINING k _ __ RING I Iffd il m FIG 27 t I FIG 25 ADJUS...

Page 22: ...ghten securely Connect BLACKgroundingcable to negaUve terminal withremaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Close battery box door SEAT BATTERY BOX DOOR FIG 29 POSITIVE RED NEGATIVE CABLE BLACK CABLE FIG 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood PuUbulb holder outof the hole inthe backside of the gdll Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of ...

Page 23: ...ated on dash panel to full choke position Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner Choke should beclosed Ifit isnot loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable untilchoke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properlyduetosus...

Page 24: ...MING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT 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 Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it ru...

Page 25: ...ion 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to starL 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized sewice center depariment 1 Claen replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge o...

Page 26: ...ght switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connecf_ons 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty altemator 1 Engine throttle control not set at SLOW posi_on for 30 seconds before stopping engine 1 Check wiring switches and connections if not corrected contact an authorized se_vise canted department 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck 3 Cl...

Page 27: ...PLUG UNIT GAP 2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES BLACK L FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID IF SO EQUIPPED CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM I ALTERNATOR I L _ I IGNmON SWITCH PosmoN CIRCUIT MAKE OFF M G A1 NONE RUN LIGH T B A1 A2 L RUN B A1 NONE START 3 S A1 NONE NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BROWN HEADLIGHTS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING...

Page 28: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA ELECTRICAL 41 I 25 26 I I I 29 I I 28 x x 28 I I I I I I I j I J I I I _ I I i I 16 _ _ ...

Page 29: ...282 2X 52 141940 Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc X 3 4 Case Battery Mech Hinge Switch Interlock Push In Harness Socket Light Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w 16 wire Fuse 15 Amp Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc Cable Ground 6ga 12 black Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign Key Ign Molded Generic Hamess Ign Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20uncx 1 2 CoverTerminal Red Solenoid Ammeter Rectangular Protectio...

Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 212 30 29 26 25 26 53 51 26 54 12 28 58 23 296 35 34 13_ 26 2O8 30 ...

Page 31: ...P L Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash Lh ClipTinnerman Panel Dash Rh Hood LT PL BumperHood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr Bushing Bolt Fin Hex 3 6 16 x 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 Unc Grille LT PL Lens LT PL Fender Footrest STLT Pnt Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 Screw Thdrol 6 16 18 x 112TYT Bracket Asm Pi...

Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA DRIVE 25 53 32 ...

Page 33: ... 151 19133210 Washer 21 32 X 1X16Ga 156 166 X 2 Pin Roll 3 16 X 1 158 165589 Pulley Idler Flat 159 165494 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc X 2 3 4 161 72140406 Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp 162 73680400 Keeper Belt Flat Idler 163 74780416 Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga 164 19091010 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 165 165623 Bellcrank Asm 166 166880 Retainer Belt Style Spring 168 165492 Bolt Hex Hd 3 8 16unc X 1 1 2...

Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 62 i _ _ _41 L J 8 27 ___ 17 8O 25 68 67 67 67 40 10 34 35 34 ...

Page 35: ...ip t5304 75 Link Drag Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 8 Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut Hex Flange Lock Shaft Asm Strg Washer Thrust515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx Shaft Asm Pittman Bracket Steering Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Screw 3 8 16x 75 Rod Tie Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5 16 CrownlockNut 5 16 24 Bushing Strg Screw Insert Cap Strg Wh Au Washer 13 3...

Page 36: ...t Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 X 1 5 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Seat Knob Seat KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250 17 123976X 21 171852 22 73800500 24 19171912 25 127018X Bracket Mounting Switch Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 88 Spdng Cprsn Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc Nut Hex Loc...

Page 37: ...c Decal Hood Rh Decal Fender Reflector RH Decal Fender Reflector LH Decal Bat DardPsn Pad Footrest Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French 4 10 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 2 65139 3 170455 4 59904 5 106732X421 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X421 9 170456 10 7152J 11 104757X 144 334 Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Service Tube Front Service Item ...

Page 38: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA ENGINE 15 14 i 31 I 4O 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I Spark Arrester 13 81 10 38 ...

Page 39: ...er Muffler Asm Twin Lo Tone Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 Shield Browing B S Intek II Muffler Gasket Nipple Pipe Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Ext tooth 3 8 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Shield Browning DebrisGuard Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF An ester Spark Tank Fuel Cap Gauge Fuel Clamp Hose BIk Line Fuel Plug Oil Drain Order Parts From En...

Page 40: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA MOWER DECK 153 154 146 _47 142 34 113 111 _16 2 16 1 18 4O 21 22 23 I 24 I i 25 I i 26 28 29 27 ...

Page 41: ...Rod Hinge 42 6 75 W G 145 173437 ScrewThdrol Washer Head 146 173439 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 147 131335 Pulley Mandrel 148 169022 Nut Toplock 9 16 149 169898 Bolt 150 19091216 Fastener Christmas Tree 151 169670 Pulley Idler Flat 152 169676 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Gauge 153 169674 Nut 154 169675 Guard Mandrel LH 155 169671 Retainer 156 169672 Screw Thdrol 1 4 20 x 5 8 T 157 169669 Washer Harden...

Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STA MOWER LIFT 27 25 24 23 7 37 41 5 49 3O 1 50 3 6 5 4 19 13 I 13 20 _ 161718 20 _ 15 20 19 y 15 13 _ _ 31 32 42 ...

Page 43: ...ing 5133 62 Washer 21 32 X 1 X 21 Ga Beadng Nylon BIk 629 Id GdpHandle Button Plunger Yellow Link Lift LH Fixed Length Link Lift RH Fixed Length RetainerSpdng Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion BIk Zinc Nut Crownlock 1 2 13unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spdng Nut Special Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga Spdng 2 1 8 Retainer Clip Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7 49 Wrk Lg Nut Hsx Jam 3 8 16 Unc Knob Inf 3 8...

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Page 45: ...ed for rental or commemial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 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 no...

Page 46: ...rain Component and pads The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securina Warranty_ Service Warranty service can be arranged for bycontacting either a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor ...

Page 47: ...OSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX I Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not I I O m greater than 15 _ never across the face Make turns gradu I ally to prevent t pping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

Page 48: ...r lawn mowers for Trimmers Brushcutters and Blowers 3 For replacement parts have available the following information a ModelNumber Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE Frigidaire Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized distribu tors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of Frigidaire...