Poulan PR25PH48STC User Manual

Poulan PR25PH48STC Manual

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    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PR25PH48STC LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 184314 Rev. 1 08.13.02 TR Printed in
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    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, and follow all instructions in the manual
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    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs
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    (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 MAINTENANCE 4, 16-19 ASSEMBLY 6-9 OPERATION 10-15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 20-25 STORAGE 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 27-28 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR 30-43 WARRANTY
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    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Gauge Wheels (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Adjusting Bars (4) Wheels Nose Roller (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Flanged Pins Mower (1) Front Plate Assembly (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Rod Retainer Spring Nose Roller Brackets (2) Hex
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    top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat. • Remove mower and packing materials. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) • Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering
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    all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten securely. • For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge wheels to highest position and retain with clevis
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    of mower deck. • Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley mower suspension. • Raise deck to highest position. • Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual
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    See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower drive, 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
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    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
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    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. PARKING
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    reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- mance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8) Use choke control " WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). • Start tractor and release parking brake. • Slowly depress forward or reverse drive pedal
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    to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, 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
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    specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. manual). • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use
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    procedure three times. • Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation. MOWING TIPS • 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 should be used for
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    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
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    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
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    oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil 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
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    oil. • If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than
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    WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully 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
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    suspension. • Raise deck to highest position. 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
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    DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. • Remove mower drive belt (See "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section of this manual). • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove
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    SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FIG. 26 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27) 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
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    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY 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. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20
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    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. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT
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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 Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged CAUSE 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. CORRECTION 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor
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    SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC RED BATTERY BLACK A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) RED WHITE RED NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. H EB DA
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    REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC 22 79 21 42 40 26 81 25 16 33 30 50 10 11 27 D.C. AMPERES 45 89 46 29 55 28 12 2 1 8 12 30
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 144927 2 74760412 8 7603J 10 145211 11 150109 12 145769 16 176138 21 175688 22 4152J 24 8860R 25 146148 26 175158 27 73510400
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 159 10 161 10 30 29 166 166 28 31 9 3 209 155 166 11 209 156 157 209 166 54 58
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket, Asm. Pivot Mower Rear 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8 58 175351 Duct Hood 59 177579
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC DRIVE 57 51 89 243 116 212 63 254 240 16 90 221 219 19 59 19 221 61 214 254 222 215 224 61
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    PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC DRIVE KEY NO. 1 6 9 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 55 57 59 61 62 63 65 66 74 75 76 PART 239 240 241 242 243 244 250 253 254 PART NO. 123583X 121748X 174901X428 124346X 180825 4497H 72140608
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 72 1 37 91 43 68 29 15 41 42 37 36 88 71 29 17 46 8 6 2 87 5 68 67 13 65 46 8 6 67 67 82 29 3 32 11 40 33 10 34 35 87 5 4 43 43 6 8 36
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180656 Wheel Steering 2 172393 Axle Cast Lt Machined 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC ENGINE 2 8 1 3 14 25 38 26 17 32 34 31 33 13 81 5 17 62 16 72 10 6 37 39 33 45 23 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175437X428 Control Throttle 2 171875 Screw HwHd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 3
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 5 6 22 2 21 16 25 15 11 13 17 12 KEY PART 14 Ga. Pan Seat Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut Bracket Mounting Switch 4 3 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 121249X 16 123740X 17 123976X 21
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC DECALS 11 2 12 16 4 4 3 10 2 9 1 8 20 6 5 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 164097 2 176303 3 176273 4 181085 5 180975 6 173587 7 173589 8 170563 9 172740 10 157140 11 172743 7 13 14 15 DESCRIPTION Decal Dash Decal Fender Auto Decal
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    PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC MOWER LIFT 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 41 8 37 38 40 36 13 13 11 5 49 30 4 6 1 50 3 26 2 6 5 4 12 13 51 49 52 32 13 31 32 53 49 54 13 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 20 23 24 25 26 PART 51 52 53 54 PART NO. 164543 73350600
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC MOWER DECK 46 45 33 49 36 130 52 49 36 37 32 42 112 31 49 36 99 33 43 30 121 126 49 42
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180358X421 Deck Weldment Mower 48 3 138017 Bracket x .75 Rod Roller Nose Retainer Spring Keeper Belt Idler Relplacement Mower, Complete Mandrel Asm. Service (Includes Key Nos. 13-15 and 33) NOTE: All
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    , 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
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    45 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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    SERVICE NOTES 46
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    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
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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PR25PH48STC
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and
follow all Warnings and Safety
Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
184314
Rev. 1
08.13.02
TR
Printed in U.S.A.