Poulan PO1538D User Manual

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  • Poulan PO1538D | User Manual - Page 1
    MODEL NO. PO1538D 15 HP 38 Inch Lawn Tractor For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 187570 3.5.03 MH PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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    all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, manual and / engine parts - Never refuel the machine indoors. and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow gradual. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service Do not make sudden changes in speed or
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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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    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Extension Shaft Steering Boot (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 5 (1) Washer
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    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
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    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 the Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). SEAT PAN LABEL FIG. 3 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off
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    pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See"TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures
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    MOWER HEIGHT 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 in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT
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    ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted
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    brake will hold tractor secure. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) The position of the during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For
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    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. • Select desired height of cut. • Start mower blades by engaging attachment
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    To avoid engine problems, the fuel See Storage Instructions for additional information mower housing is attached to tractor. • 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
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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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    rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all
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    battery 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 ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS
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    using a dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards
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    plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) The fuel filter should be do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out. Water
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    . • Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs. • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. • Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto
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    19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake
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    qualified service center. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) 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
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    SERVICE to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. WASHERS MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A
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    tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp need adjustment, see engine manual. High speed stop is SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT,
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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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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Service Adjustments section. 8. Contact an authorized service center/department. Engine will not turn over 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 2. Attachment clutch is engaged 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/
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    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.
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    SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D RED BATTERY BLACK A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) RED WHITE RED S BM G A1 L A2 IGNITION SWITCH 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
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D ELECTRICAL 22 21 42 24 41 43 27 27 26 40 27 27 25 33 30 8 2 1 48 27 52 29 28 90 28 16 16
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery 16 176138 Switch Interlock 21 175685 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22 4152J Bulb Light #1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D CHASSIS 30 25 26 31 209 208 11 17 24 18 25 26 209 9 15 209 24 5 5 209 8 209 212 29 12 28 53 51 52 55 57 54 26 33 10 2 206 3 35 6 16 37 3 35 205 34 38 26 3 38 205 1 13 145 37 208 chassis-pl.lt_34 30
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D CHASSIS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174620 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar, Stretch /4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower 51 73800400 Nut Lock W/Insert 1/4-20unc 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8x16 Ga. 53
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D DRIVE 57 51 21 8 12 59 7 10 61 12 13 56 14 112 16 11 52 30 32 250 4 18 113 170 6 6 51 5 18 6 32
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ------- 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 Pulley LT/YT Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 Keeper Belt Engine Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Spacer Axle Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga E-ring #5133-75 Key Square 2 0
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D STEERING 38 12 39 1 37 44 51 91 43 41 42 37 36 54 88 71 68 29 15 15 82 15 29 46 8 6 17 9 2 7 9 5 3 40 29 68 67 67 47 13 65 85 85 32 11 26 67 46 8 6 9 47 7 9 5 4 43 28 10 30 43 6 8 34
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 140044X428 Wheel Steering 2 175131 Axle Asm 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/
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    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D ENGINE 2 3 72 1 81 13 4 78 38 32 14 16 44 78 46 33 31 37 33 40 45 29 23 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) Tank Fuel Front Cap Asm Fuel KEY PART NO. NO. 33 123487X 37 137040 38 181654 40 124028X 44
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D SEAT 1 8 9 14 7 10 24 26 16 15 5 25 23 8 9 7 5 6 22 2 21 13 17 12 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 PART NO. 127426X 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 73800600 124181X 17000616 19131614 182493 121246X 121248X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Seat
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D DECALS 8 7 12 2 14 9 6 8 15 16 4 3 KEY PART NO. Manual, Owner's French WHEELS & TIRES 1 2 5,8 4,10 7 6 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap, Tire valve 2 65139 Stem, Valve 3 106222X Tire, Front 4 59904 Tube, Front (Service
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D MOWER LIFT 7 8 5 11 19 13 31 32 13 13 4 6 12 13 3 1 2 6 5 4 20 15 17 18 20 16 20 19 31 32 20 15 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 31 32 PART NO. 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 109413X 124526X 139865
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D MOWER DECK 40 146 89 157 158 67 107 156 38 42 148 68 108 36 151 153 155 89 152 56 36 153 154 69 55
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO1538D MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170280 Mower Housing Assembly 2 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 4 169970 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42" 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 8 850857
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    charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any product to an authorized service dealer. Should you Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number, serial number and date
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    43 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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MODEL NO. PO1538D
15 HP 38 Inch
Lawn Tractor
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance:
call 1-800-829-5886
187570
3.5.03
MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.