Poulan DB185H42YT User Manual

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    Do Not Throw Away 02139 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: DB185H42YT LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 195018 10.27.04 TR
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    to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do
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    and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary
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    . Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to
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    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Key (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 5
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    Utility knife When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut along dotted lines on all four
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    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 instructions). LABEL TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section
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    See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See
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    MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER LIFT 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) LIGHTS ON Failure to follow instructions in damage to the tractor and/or engine.
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    Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and braking the
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    tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move motion control lever to desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance,
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    prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be
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    this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual. in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use fications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing.
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    transmission should be warmed up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Place the motion control lever in 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 side of mower
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    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 described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should
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    . BRAKE OPERATION 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. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper
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    classification SG-SL. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container
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    a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 18
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    WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15) Mower
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    FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from
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    and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels service center. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" 1-9/16" NUT "A" JAM NUT BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides
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    mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor
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    adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. TO ADJUST 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. 23
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    enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual SYSTEM PARTS SUCH
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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/ Service Adjustments section. 15. Contact an authorized service center/department. Excessive vibration 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Loose/damaged part
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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual shipment or servicing. 1.
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    charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any product to an authorized service dealer. Should you Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number, serial number and date
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    SERVICE NOTES 28
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    29 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION TFHOISLDISAALO15NDGEDGORTETEESDLLOINPEE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than
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    the following information: a. Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D. Number b. Description of part. For Techical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 For a Parts Manual, go to our website: www.poulan-pro.com/support.asp NOTE: Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
DB185H42YT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result
in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
195018
10.27.04
TR
Printed in U.S.A.
02139