Poulan Pro PB175A42LT, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 532 44 83 76 02 09 12 BD Printed in U S A Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warranty ...

Page 2: ...p all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catch ers or other attachments they can affect the stability of the machine Do no use on steep slopes Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not mow near drop offs ditches or em...

Page 3: ...Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child IV TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On sl...

Page 4: ...ns of this manual Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment PPE while operating this machine including at a minimum sturdyfootwear eyeprotection andhearingprotection Do not mow in shorts and or open toed footwear Always let someone know you are outside mowing WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush co...

Page 5: ...e Sheet Battery Keys Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Hex Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert 2 Hex Bolts 2 Nut Keps Oil Drain Extension Seat 1 Seat 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Bolt ...

Page 6: ...AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft 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 straight forward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and s...

Page 7: ...oldingthedeflectorshieldupagainst tractor Continue with the instructions that follow CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be prop erly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER ...

Page 8: ...ing Check mower and drive belts Ensure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor ensure freewheel control is in TRANSMISSION ENGAGED position See TO TRANSPORT intheOperationsectionofthismanual WHILELEARNINGHOWTOUSEYOURTRACTOR PAYEXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMP...

Page 9: ...r 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 avoided might result in minor or mod...

Page 10: ...braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mowerbladesorotherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of m...

Page 11: ... before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turn ignition key F to STOP position and remove key Alwaysremovekeywhenleavingtractortoprevent unauthorized use Never use the choke to stop the 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 running h...

Page 12: ...lightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the eng...

Page 13: ... towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment lift control Move motion control lever to neutral position Pull freewheel control out until the free wheel control rod locks in extended position Do not push or tow tractor at mor...

Page 14: ... WARM UP Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather thetransmission should be warmed up as follows Be sure the tractor is on level ground Place the motion control lever in neutral Release the parking brake and let the clutch brake slowly return to operating position Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period The attachments can also be used during the eng...

Page 15: ...Y MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY T R A C T 0 R 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions E N G I N E 3 2 2 2 2 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 5 See Cleaning in Maint...

Page 16: ...h the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Replace bent or damaged blades CAUTION Useonlyareplacementbladeap proved by the manufacturer of your tractor Using a blade not approved by the manu facturer of your tractor is hazardous co...

Page 17: ...ing oil oil will be hot Position a container to catch oil directly under front end of oil drain extension Slide a 1 2 12 point socket mounted on an extension onto oil drain plug Loosen plug while holding the oil drain extension firmly in place Drain oil into container After oil has drained completely reinstall oil drain plug Do not tighten more than 13 Ft Lbs 18 Nm Refill engine with oil through o...

Page 18: ...LEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS 02744 AIR SCREEN Fig 19 Fig 21 Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans mission are covered to keep water out Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use co...

Page 19: ...side of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED THE ATTACH MENT LIFT LEVER WILL BE SPRING LOADED HAVE A TIGHT GRIP ON LIFT LEVER WHEN CHANGING POSITION OF THE LEVER Slide mower out from under right side of tractor IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER ...

Page 20: ... Repeat on opposite side of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring Insert end of link E into hole in front mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring J Hook end of clutch cable spring Q into hole in idler arm R Push clutch cable housing guide P into brack...

Page 21: ... nut will change mower height about 3 16 Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 29 With all tires properly inflated park tractor on level ground or driveway CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth R...

Page 22: ... tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brakeneedstobeserviced Contactaqualifiedservicecenter Fig 33 A G D B E C F TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 33 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 Removemower See TOREMOVEMOWER section in this manual NOTE Observe entire mo...

Page 23: ...EL TOE IN CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe in and camber is set at the factory and is normal The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable If damage has occurred to affect the factory set front wheel toe in or camber contact a qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL See Fig 36 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel conta...

Page 24: ...CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and or adjustment HOOD HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 38 WARNING Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connectin...

Page 25: ...FUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and ...

Page 26: ...ring 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but will not start 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring ...

Page 27: ... worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of grass leaves trash around mandrels 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Headlight s not working if so equipped 1 Switch is OFF 1 Turn switch ON 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replac...

Page 28: ...used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of origi nal purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in ac cordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to altera tion misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage ...

Page 29: ... 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 ...

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