Poulan PRGT2046B User Manual

Poulan PRGT2046B Manual

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  • Poulan PRGT2046B | User Manual - Page 1
    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PRGT2046B 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 1 178500 3.5.01 TR Printed in U.S.A.
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    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,
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    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
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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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    Springs (double loop) (4) Wheels (4) Clevis Pins (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2)Flanged Pins (1)Front Plate Assembly Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys Slope
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    ratchet 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, from top to bottom, along lines
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    gauge wheels before operating mower. See "TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual. ADJUSTMENT KNOB 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
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    section of this manual) • Store mulcher blades and mulcher plate in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 7 and 8) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are
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    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 : ! All assembly instructions have been completed. ! No remaining loose parts in carton. !
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    symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED
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    . ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. CLUTCH
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    MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season
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    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
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    in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower
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    being used. FIG. 12 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass
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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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    range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.
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    dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. damaged, replace pre-cleaner. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Clean cartridge by tapping other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig
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    belt from electric clutch pulley. • Slide mower out from under right side of tractor. TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in "INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT" in the Assembly section of this manual. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway
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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 R.H. mandrel cover and remove
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    tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest. It is not necessary to remove mower (See Fig. 27) BRAKE PLATE BELT INSTALLATION • Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V-idler, making
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    steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
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    SERVICE manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts ATTACHMENTS SUCH AS A MOWER. ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING
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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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    TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities 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 CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department.
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    SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B RED BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID A AMMETER ( + A1 NONE L + A2 NONE NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 87 86 87A 85 30 RELAY PTO SWITCH
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ELECTRICAL 22 21 41 79 24 43 42 27 25 40 81 27 33 30 11 12 2 1 8 10 27 D.C. AMPERES 45 26 12 29 52 50 16 28 30
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 144926 2 74760412 8 7603J 10 145211 11 150109 12 145769 16 153664 21 166184 22 4152J 24 4206J 25 146149 26 108824X 27 73510400
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 157 14 153 130 138 5 158 37 141 140 148 36 31 68 35 152 36 130 18 130
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    Asm., Fender KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 60 17060620 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 63 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. 67 156973 Guide Belt Gear Dr. 68 17490508 Screw, Thd 5/16-18 x 1/2 70 177679 Keeper Belt GD 84 142992 Stop, Over Center Mower 85 144911 Bracket Support Transaxle 86
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B GROUND DRIVE 39 42 40 41 38 37 6 30 29 36 6 46 68 30 17 51 28 9 21 8 13 7 69 64 37
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 3 7563R 4 17490508 5 x 3/4 Spring Lever, Brake Cam, Brake Disc Screw, Flat Head 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gearshift, Lever Assembly Knob Support, Puck Brake Puck, Brake Top Spring, Return Screw, Hex Wsh Thd. 5/16-18 x 1-3/4 Nut, Hex
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B STEERING ASSEMBLY 26 25 14 45 9 8 7 2 1 6 6 4 44 21 14 20 15 23 3 12 11 10 15 14 14 9 87 3 6 6 5 34 33 32 6 27 14 22 31 8 41 6 29 14 15 13 13 36 37,39 38,40 17 14 78 42 28 19 27 6 16 15 14 35 14 18 36
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 2 178557 137347 Rod Tie 18 175572 Draglink, Ball Joint Solid Vgt 19 156011 Support Asm., Steering Vgt 20 163887X428 Boot Steering Stealth GTYT 21 159945 Adapter,
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ENGINE 22 25 21 1 20 18 15 17 10 37 16 26 28 37 27 39 83 69 62 45 84 74 24 84 82 71 70 35 79 12 11 81 2 41 42 43 47 9 29 8 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 40 38
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Engine Briggs Model No. 407777 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 2 149723 Muffler 8 121361X Pulley V-Idler 9 177748 Keeper Asm Belt Engine Vgt 10 175287 Bushing 11 170056 Clutch Electric 12
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    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 20 14 20 8 10 8 7 7 16 5 15 4 18 6 13 19 17 12 2 5 22 21 3 KEY PART UNC x 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch Bushing, Snap KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 14 72050412 15 121249X 16 123740X 17 123976X 18 19171912
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    Mower, Warning Decal, Battery Reflector, Taillight Decal, Fender Decal, Handle Lift (Lift Handle) Pad Footrest Manual, Owner's (English) Manual, Owner's (French) WHEELS & TIRES 1 2 11 3 7 6 12 KEY PART Tire, Rear 8 10 7154J Tube, Rear (Service Item Only) 11 106277X427 Rim Assembly, Rear
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 42 43 38 39 11 13 23 14 41 23 14 41 76 23 23 11 23 4 5 54 13 75 76 35 73 34 31 32 30 7 8 9 10 70 1 3 29 72 33 2 6 16 21 73 20 19 18 15 12 26 24 78 42
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 121006X 2 177535 3 159189 4 12000022 5 19292016 6 71110624 7 125631X 8 170770 9 122364X 10 2876H 11 146704 12 163552 13 139868 14 169865 15 73680600 16
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B MOWER DECK 46 45 49 36 41 127 41 126 42 42 44 50 49 36 46 37 43 40 33 39 32 35 50 72
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 156833 Deck Weldment 3 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 5 4939M components Key Nos. 101-106 and 116-118) Mandrel Asm. 44"/50" service (Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 13-15, 31 and 33) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B TRANSAXLE 46
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 65 4204R Reverse Gear 66 2898J Key, Hi-Pro 1/8 x 17/32 67 12000033 Klip Ring 68 4205R 86 633A85 Gearshift Ball Cover and Pin 87 8739H1 Shift Lever Guide Ball, Keyed 88 4924H Spring 89 19151516 Washer 15/32
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    SERVICE NOTES 48
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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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    FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE CUT THIS IOSUAT1O5°NSDLOOTPTEED LINES ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. 51 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the
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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:
PRGT2046B
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
178500
3.5.01
TR
Printed in U.S.A.