Poulan PB1638LT User Manual

Poulan PB1638LT Manual

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    Do Not Throw Away 02478 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: PB1638LT 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.com 401487 10.03.05 TR
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    for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow
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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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    CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steering Boot (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt Key (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (1) Hex
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    tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed and pull seat towards rear of tractor. • Pivot seat and
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    hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions). SEAT PAN LABEL TERMINAL TERMINAL NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before starting
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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 operating properly. See
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    BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Failure to follow instructions
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    - 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
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    TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) STOPPING (See Fig. 5) MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE
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    mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy
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    ) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. 13
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    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 should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the
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    Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts . 2 - Service more often when tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor
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    working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • Raise mower to highest position to
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    cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the Service
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    lter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. . 12 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission
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    . • Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.. • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. • Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto
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    links an equal number of turns. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 18) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Move attachment lift lever forward
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    REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers. • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Remove belt downward from around engine pulley. • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from
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    camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of
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    carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. 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
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    . Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire 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). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of
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    (es). 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Replace fuse. 5. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check all wiring. 7. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Contact an authorized service center/department. Engine
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    before mowing. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clean around mandrels
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    parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions belts, blades, blade Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model
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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.com/support.asp NOTE: Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized distributors
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PB1638LT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan.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
401487
10.03.05
TR
Printed in U.S.A.
02478