Poulan PDB1842STA User Manual

Poulan PDB1842STA Manual

Poulan PDB1842STA manual content summary:

  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 1
    Do Not Throw Away 00993-poulan_pro 02478 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PDB1842STA LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 187733 04.10.03 TR Printed in
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 2
    SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 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 DO NOT: • Read, understand,
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 3
    RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 4
    . 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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 5
    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Gauge Wheel (4)
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 6
    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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 7
    gauge wheels before operating mower. See "TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual. RETAINER SPRING FIG. 3 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 8
    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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 9
    MOWER LIFT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions result in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT SURFACES
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 10
    TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 11
    position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use choke THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6) The cutting height of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 12
    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 AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 13
    . • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine Service and Adjustments section of this manual. 13
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 14
    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. • them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 15
    receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 16
    may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 17
    change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 18
    SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL 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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 19
    BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- 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. 17) Mower clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 20
    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 21
    MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) 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 motion drive belt and
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 22
    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 due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. RETAINING WASHERS
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 23
    wiring diagram in the TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Repair Parts section. The carburetor has been preset at the If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY High speed stop and lift off of tractor. CONTACTYOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ • To
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 24
    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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 25
    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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 26
    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. CORRECTION 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department.
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 27
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA SCHEMATIC RED BATTERY BLACK BLACK A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) RED WHITE RED S BM G A1 CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 27
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 28
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ELECTRICAL 22 21 42 24 41 43 27 27 26 40 27 27 25 33 30 8 2 1 D.C. AMPERES 45 52 29 28 27 90 16 16 28
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 29
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 163465 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176137 21 183759 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 175566
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 30
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 259 264 28 258 263 17 159 30 24 18 261 39 25 26 31 209 209 24 25 26 5 5 208 11 9
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 31
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 2 176554 3 17060612 . Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear Bracket Pivot Air Duct Dash Lower Keeper Belt Rear LH Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 32
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA DRIVE 57 89 51 69 197 81 59 84 198 161 159 158 61 162 85 13 21 10 56 169 164 14 83 41
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 33
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ------ 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof Screw Hex wsh Hi Lo 1/4 x 1/2 Unc Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Spacer Axle Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga E-ring #5133-75 Key Square
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 34
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 39 1 37 44 51 91 43 41 42 37 36 54 88 71 29 17 68 29 15 15 15 steering_pl.lt_29 82 29 46 8 6 2 87 5 68 67 13 65 46 8 6 67 67 3 32 11 40 33 34 10 35 87 5 4 43 43 6 8 34
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 35
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180656 Wheel Steering 2 184706 Axle Asm Front 3 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 4 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 36
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ENGINE 2 3 72 1 81 13 4 78 38 32 14 16 44 78 46 33 31 37 33 45 29 23 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.1cyl_48 36
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 37
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170551 2 17720408 3 ------ 4 137352 13 165291 Throt /Ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine B&S Model 31M777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust Gasket Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 38
    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 2 5 6 22 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 seat_lt.knob_1 KEY PART 1 x 14 Ga Pan Pnt Seat (blk ) Knob Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch KEY PART NO. NO. 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 39
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA DECALS 9 12 2 5 3 8 4 8 10 12 16 1 7 6 13 14 15 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156369 2 172743 3 186163 4 186164 5 186785 6 170563 7 179128 8 182005 9 172740 10 157140 DESCRIPTION Decal Instruction Operat English/French Decal Ins Strg Wh Decal Hood Rh
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 40
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER LIFT 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 41 37 38 40 11 19 13 31 32 13 5 49 36 13 4 6 2 12 13 30 50 3 26 6 19 31 32 20 15 1 5 4 17 18 20 16 20 20 15 lift-rh.1pc.stlt_12 40
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 41
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. 1 184432 2 159476 3 178981 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 173288 16 73350800 17 175689 18 73800800 19 139868
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 42
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER DECK 67 157 158 156 151 153 155 152 159 68 40 37 36 40 143 144 45 150 153 154 40 46 44 56
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 43
    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 182032X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 56 122052X Spacer, Retainer 59 173442 Guard TUV Idler 67 171598 Knob KEY PART NO. NO. 68 144959 91 180532 94 132264 95 180533 101 136420 102
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 44
    NOTES 44
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 45
    , without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any products return the product to an authorized service dealer. Should you have any unanswered
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 46
    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 legal rights which vary from state to state. E. No Dealer Warranty Tecumseh neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 47
    47 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
  • Poulan PDB1842STA | User Manual - Page 48
    pages of your phone directory for the name of the nearest service dealer (under "saws" for Chain Saws or under "lawn mowers" for Trimmers, Brushcutters, and Blowers). 3. For replacement parts, have available the following information: a. Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D. Number b. Description of
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17
  • 18
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • 24
  • 25
  • 26
  • 27
  • 28
  • 29
  • 30
  • 31
  • 32
  • 33
  • 34
  • 35
  • 36
  • 37
  • 38
  • 39
  • 40
  • 41
  • 42
  • 43
  • 44
  • 45
  • 46
  • 47
  • 48

OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PDB1842STA
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warn-
ings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
187733
04.10.03
TR
Printed in U.S.A.
02478
00993-poulan_pro