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- Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 1
COPY Os bo Aic, -r 125Mboc.,-- -Rev 6 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD185H46B 18.5 HP 46 Inch Tractor • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 2
for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow.all instructions in the manual and - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 3
service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). In - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 4
ONTENTc' MAINTE.NANCE SCHEDULE SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STOF-11aGF TROUDLPSHOOTING REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE 16 21-26 27 28 the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 5
(1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 I IIII 11 , ' 1111111 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Knob © (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 6
mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMC IE TRACTOR FROM CARTON lay panels flat. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. i-ORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ADAPTER EXTENSION SHAFT 5/16 HEX BOLT ATTACH - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 7
grounding. • Lift hood to raised position. Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protective caps and discard. • 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. • First connect - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 8
" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOURECEIVE THEBESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 9
side of mower deck. • Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor. IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. for replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verifythat the - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 10
may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING / STOP REVERSE FORWARD ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH FAST SLOW LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE I I MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 11
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off. AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of battery. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 12
the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- mance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. • To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage. TO - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 13
8) 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 engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control, • Start mower blades by - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 14
located at the rear drawbar of tractor. • Raise attachment lift to 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 and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 15
of manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, mower housing is attached to tractor. • 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 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 16
as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. LUBRICATION CHART ()SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK 0 0 FRONT WHEEL' or BEARING ZERK • FRONT WHEEL 0 BEARING ZERK All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 17
rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 18
running low on oil. Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting service classification SF, SG or SH. Be sure tractor of this manual. • Use - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 19
from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers must be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See "TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TOP AIR GUIDE COVER ENGINE COOLING FINS f _ 4 ;NOP.A yirip 6 AIR - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 20
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. Unscrew old filter by in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. • Start engine and check for oil leaks - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 21
from bracket. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS. TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual. • Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 22
SERVIC "AND AD !USTMENT(' TO LEVEL MOW7R HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 2 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO- - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 23
COVER SCREWS IDLER PULLEYS ENGINE PULLEY Reinstall mower to tractor (See "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual). Reassemble mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual). MOWER BLADE L.N. MANDREL DRIVE BELT CENTER MANDREL - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 24
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual parts dealer. Tire - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 25
both batteries. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 26
follows: • With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke (I\I) position. • Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • Choke should be closed. If it - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 27
tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Drain the fuel tank. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 28
PROBLEM TROUBL SHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED of mower housing 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 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 29
ROUBL=SH TING POINT PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operater-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 30
SERVICE NOTES - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 31
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B RED 0 BATTERY RUN/LIGHT B+L RUN B + L START B + L + S NONE A+ Y NONE NONE 14 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF) BROWN HEADLIGHTS • • BLACK NOTE YOUR TRACTOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 32
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B ELECTRICAL 22 / 21 I t 1 -------/ i 24 I i i Q, i i i I I I_ IF) --I ' Cji i 70 i i \ I \I i 26 40 19 20 O 33 32 31 30 - -/ 0 48 11 4 6 O 12 I 4 a 9 12 7 6 kr1 T 16 ' I ! bi - - 52 29 28 55 O 32 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 33
RERA.111 FRTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMW R HD185H46B ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 146140 2 74760412 3 19091016 4 10040400 6 73220400 7 7697J 8 7603J 9 109596X 10 145211 11 150109 12 145769 16 153664 19 10090400 20 73350400 21 136850 22 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 34
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 3 - 30 29 18 25 26 47 e 31 3 25 26 3 14 11 9 15 d. 14 0 3 4 26 33 74 10 • 2 35 ' • • • . , 0 0 0 0 • 0 • • , 5: • 38 I 3 108 24 5 P i) I t:4 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 35
S TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD18 H46B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159530 Chassis Wldmt. 2 140356 Drawbar Stretch 94 3 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-Tt 4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 5 155272 Bumper Hood/ - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 36
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B DRIVE 51 51 a .../ $6,.. - ..... 57 - .. ... , .1•4 „, %If, .0 ... ° I ..' i 126 139 19 71 26-„ 1381I 91 Cam= (I 138 4 911 ; - = :.-. , zra 3 a I , • :-;" ov% 1 •'.t ./ I ( L ) 88 87 °°-;: 86 • - I 1 7-.; a I -: - - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 37
REF.-.161 PP DRIVE TRACTOR --MC EL NUMBER HD185H46B KEY PART NO. NO. 1 157981 2 142431 3 143995 6 X 4 Gr. 5 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Screw Keeper Belt Engine RH Strap Torque Lh Hydro KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 72 19132012 73 158282 74 159140 76 12000053 77 9396E 81 158281 82 123782X 83 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 38
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B STEERING ASSEMBLY 1 62 44 51 41 42 37 36 54 0 17 18 19 \ 20 `1. 't 66 11 66 40 29' 25 6 2 0 O 29 29 68 13 46 8 47 6 9 65 46 8 6 15 7 33 10 34 35 38 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 39
- S TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER liD18E1-146B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO Unc Shaft Asm Strg Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062 Screw Unc P Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. Kit Steering Assembly Service Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5 Spacer Axle Bearing Arm Pittman - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 40
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B ENGINE 2 15 38 27 7 14 d 81 25 26 17 32 31 34 33 39 40 37 33 41 3 13 17 5 16 ,; 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 O O 35 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 41
REPAIR P14E S TI ACTOR - - JEL ZAJLER HD185H46B ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 141295 2 17720410 3 4 149723 Degree 3/8-18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Tt Shield Browning Control Choke Nut Keps 3/8-24 Unf Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange Kit Spark Arrestor Tank - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 42
ASSEMBLY S TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBEI1 ID185H46B 1 O O 18 28 28 14 7 10 7 5 +.) 0 27 2 6 22 21 5 16 25 l• 15 11 13 17 12 KEY PART NO. 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8 Spacer Split 28 X 88 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 16 123740X 17 123976X 18 124238X 21 153236 22 STD541431 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 43
Decal Clutch/Brake English/ Spanish Decal V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor E Decal Sdl Oper Inst. Decal HP Engine Decal Replcment Engine Pad Footrest Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner's English Manual Owner's Spanish KEY PART NO. NO. 1 59192 2 65139 3 106230X 4 59904 5 106228X427 6 278H 7 9040H - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 44
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B LIFT 29 0 28 27 • 2 24 23 7 8 9 10- 47 49 14 30 13 46 11 12 / 50 26 2 0 6 0 0 19 13 0 31 32 0 13 -coo 31 32 13 20 0 15 19 44 42 • 43 39 61718 20 20 20 15 44 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 45
REPAI D Pi-tE S TRACTOR - M= DEL NUMBER HD185H46B LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 121006X 2 140673 6 74780624 7 109413X 8 124526X 9 122364X 10 2876H 11 145537 12 145536 13 4939M 14 121002X 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 46
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B MOWER DECK 83 77 84 81 80 75 62 0 46 / 41 76 78 92 45 ,z , .53 4? --(!:) 74 0 ' 49 • 41 36 46 69 1 I i 85 \:14 42 7 69 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 47
EPAIR PA TS TRACTOR - FJWEL MOWER DECK ER HD185H46B KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156948 3 138457 5 4939M 6 130832 Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 Washer Felt Pulley Idler Link Brake 46" Guide Belt 46" Arm Asm Brake Bolt Shld 5/16-18 Ty TT Spring Return Bracket Clutch Rod Pivot Bolt - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 48
SERVICE NOTES - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 49
SERVICE NOTES - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 50
SERVICE NOTES - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 51
FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE - CUT our..ONSD0OaTPTeED ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL VVVYYVVVVVVVVVYVVYVVVVVVVVVYVVVIl• 15° MAX. `01 YVVVVVVVVVVVVY YVVVVVVVV1(14VVYVVVVVVVY kti1 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 - Poulan HD185H46B | User Manual - Page 52
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Assembly
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