Poulan PB18542LT User Manual

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    Do Not Throw Away 02478 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: PB18542LT 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 401115 09.13.05 TR
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    you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING • Do not operate exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts picked up and thrown by the blades. • Keep all movement on the
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    frequently 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
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    . • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor- age" sections of this owner's manual. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest
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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) Knob Key (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 5
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    pressure gauge 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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    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). SEAT PAN LABEL TERMINAL TERMINAL NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor
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    FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS 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
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    MOWER HEIGHT 15 MOWER LIFT 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Failure to follow instructions tractor and/or engine
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    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 LEVER
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    operating your tractor or MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position. • Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) position. ENGINE and better looking lawns, mow often
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    then keep the deck in proper position to help 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
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    engine 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 for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor
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    above 3000 feet) 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. MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO
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    tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for
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    . (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty. TIRES
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    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 and Adjustment section of this manual). V-BELTS CheckV-belts
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    dried gum fibers. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in
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    key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving 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. 14) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of
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    IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 19) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt
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    JAM NUT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21) 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 • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire
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    get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER 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
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    . • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. 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
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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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    engine air screen/fins. 12. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Check all wiring. 14. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in 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(s). 1. Replace
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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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    our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other than EHP manufactured transaxle
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    , 900, 910, 915, 920, 930 transaxles and Series 1100 angle drive and ONE YEAR for all other Peerless products. New Power Train Components instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the Power Train Component and parts. The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service
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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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    1-800-849-1297 • For replacement parts, have available 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
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PB18542LT
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
401115
09.13.05
TR
Printed in U.S.A.
02478