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Do Not Throw Away 02478 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: PB185H42LT 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 197418 07.05.05 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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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Key (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet 5
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gauge Utility knife When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind WASHER TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut along dotted lines on all four panels
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position. • If this battery is put into 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 NOTE: You may now roll
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section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton
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will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards which can result in
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YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH ROS "ON" POSITION LIFT
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to
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an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual. NOTE:
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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. PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and
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value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark
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Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual the problem BOLT SHOWN IN THE REPAIR PARTS. TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). NOTE: Do
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with wire brush until bright. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are
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to remove dirt and stubborn 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
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BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underin
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SERVICE mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt . • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instruc- tions. MANDREL PULLEY
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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 . IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT adjustment should not be necessary. • Loosen adjustment
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transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
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SERVICE If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair
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instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts /or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your tractor
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine 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).
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent blades sharp edge down. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Headlight(s)
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option, 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 used return the product to an authorized service dealer. Should you have any unanswered
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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
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Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 For a Parts Manual, go to our website: www.poulan-pro.com/support.asp NOTE: Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized distributors and dealers; therefore, all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer