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FILE COPY Os bo Aic, -r 125Mboc.,-- -Rev 6 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD185H46B 18.5 HP 46 Inch Tractor • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 Poulan 159759 2.15.97 TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FILE COPY Os bo Aic, -r 125Mboc.,-- -Rev 6 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD185H46B 18.5 HP 46 Inch Tractor • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 Poulan 159759 2.15.97 TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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...• Never allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to improve stability. • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. Always turn over if a wheel is accidents can occur if the operator not alert to...adjustments or repairs with the engine running. 6 Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to prevent accidental starting or stopping on the slopes slow and gradual. All slopes require extra caution. They may ...
...• Never allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to improve stability. • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are explosive. Always turn over if a wheel is accidents can occur if the operator not alert to...adjustments or repairs with the engine running. 6 Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to prevent accidental starting or stopping on the slopes slow and gradual. All slopes require extra caution. They may ...
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...meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this tractor. If a spark arrester is used, it should not be maintained in maintaining, caring for the muffler is ...on your purchase of the California Public Resources Code). We have similar laws. Please read and retain this manual). MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. LBS. CONGRATULATIONS on federal lands....
...meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this tractor. If a spark arrester is used, it should not be maintained in maintaining, caring for the muffler is ...on your purchase of the California Public Resources Code). We have similar laws. Please read and retain this manual). MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. LBS. CONGRATULATIONS on federal lands....
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...years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge to you, any part which we will exchange the Battery, charging you have any product which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in the ...not apply to materials or workmanship. This is free from whom it was purchased. Transportation charges for the movement of any products used for parts or labor incurred in accordance with the instructions furnished. sJ 1. 'A. .4, i The Manufacturer warrants to 90 days from locale to you may...
...years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge to you, any part which we will exchange the Battery, charging you have any product which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in the ...not apply to materials or workmanship. This is free from whom it was purchased. Transportation charges for the movement of any products used for parts or labor incurred in accordance with the instructions furnished. sJ 1. 'A. .4, i The Manufacturer warrants to 90 days from locale to you may...
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... Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 HUH 1 1 11 1 1 11 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 I IIII 11 , ' 1111111 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Knob © (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) ilMINIIMIllil (2) Hex Bolts...
... Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 HUH 1 1 11 1 1 11 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 I IIII 11 , ' 1111111 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Knob © (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) ilMINIIMIllil (2) Hex Bolts...
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... LOWER STEERING SHAFT FIG. 1 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter. • Assemble large flat... from top to disengage transmission (See `TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of those parts left hand is mentioned in freewheeling position to bottom, along lines on all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 5). • Cut, from tractor hood and grill. TOOLS...
... LOWER STEERING SHAFT FIG. 1 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter. • Assemble large flat... from top to disengage transmission (See `TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of those parts left hand is mentioned in freewheeling position to bottom, along lines on all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 5). • Cut, from tractor hood and grill. TOOLS...
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PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. All tires are properly clamped. Before ...
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. All tires are properly clamped. Before ...
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... Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of the center hole may be kept sharp. tery cable and remove battery from your local parts dealer. FIG. 11 17 TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in the Assembly section of this manual). but are not. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe...
... Adjustments section of this manual). • Keep tires free of the center hole may be kept sharp. tery cable and remove battery from your local parts dealer. FIG. 11 17 TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in the Assembly section of this manual). but are not. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe...
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... neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" positibn. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from each front link and remove links. AV TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) • Slide...
... neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" positibn. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from each front link and remove links. AV TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) • Slide...
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... IDLER O O LOCATOR TABS UPPER BELT KEEPER TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it may be purchased from your local parts dealer. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in this section of this manual.) • Remove upper belt keeper. • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. •...
... IDLER O O LOCATOR TABS UPPER BELT KEEPER TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it may be purchased from your local parts dealer. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in this section of this manual.) • Remove upper belt keeper. • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. •...
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... the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the Repair Parts section of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS...
... the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the Repair Parts section of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS...
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Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). Inspect moving parts for winter storage. BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a period of time in contact with new spark plug(s). ENGINE OIL Drain... damage may reach an open flame or spark. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR ...
Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). Inspect moving parts for winter storage. BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage. • After a period of time in contact with new spark plug(s). ENGINE OIL Drain... damage may reach an open flame or spark. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR ...
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... Dirty fuel filter. 8. Water in "CHOKE" position. 3. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Check all wiring. 7. Tighten loose part(s). Bad spark plug. 5. Replace fuel filter. 7. Weak or dead battery. 4. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2.... air screen/fins. 12. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in fuel. 8. Excessive vibration 1. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Contact an authorized service center/department. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Clean battery terminals. ...
... Dirty fuel filter. 8. Water in "CHOKE" position. 3. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 11. Check all wiring. 7. Tighten loose part(s). Bad spark plug. 5. Replace fuel filter. 7. Weak or dead battery. 4. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2.... air screen/fins. 12. Clean engine air screen/fins. 12. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in fuel. 8. Excessive vibration 1. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. Replace blade mandrel. 3. Check all wiring. 4. Contact an authorized service center/department. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Clean battery terminals. ...
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MODEL NUMW R HD185H46B ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 146140 2 74760412 3 19091016 4 10040400 6 73220400 7 7697J 8 7603J 9 109596X 10 145211 11 150109 12 145769 16 153664 19 10090400 20 73350400 21 136850 22 ...
MODEL NUMW R HD185H46B ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 146140 2 74760412 3 19091016 4 10040400 6 73220400 7 7697J 8 7603J 9 109596X 10 145211 11 150109 12 145769 16 153664 19 10090400 20 73350400 21 136850 22 ...
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... 139887 Bracket Asm. Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 3/4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt 38 139886 Bracket Asm. Pvt. MODEL NUMBER HD18 H46B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. Fender 47 105531X Nut Push Nylon 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 144697 Bracket Grille LH...
... 139887 Bracket Asm. Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 3/4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt 38 139886 Bracket Asm. Pvt. MODEL NUMBER HD18 H46B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. Fender 47 105531X Nut Push Nylon 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 144697 Bracket Grille LH...
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...CAD. TT Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Screw Keeper Belt Engine RH Strap Torque Lh Hydro KEY PART NO. Ring Klip #5304-62 Console, Shift Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 Line Fuel Hydro 4" Fan, Hydro 7" Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring... 1' Zinc/Cad Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. REF.-.161 PP DRIVE TRACTOR --MC EL NUMBER HD185H46B KEY PART NO. Cross Hydro 20" Tires Spring Torsion T/A Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. NO. Washer 11/32 x 1.25 x 16 Ga. inches. 1 inch =...
...CAD. TT Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Screw Keeper Belt Engine RH Strap Torque Lh Hydro KEY PART NO. Ring Klip #5304-62 Console, Shift Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 Line Fuel Hydro 4" Fan, Hydro 7" Control Bypass Hydro 20" Tires Retainer Spring... 1' Zinc/Cad Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. REF.-.161 PP DRIVE TRACTOR --MC EL NUMBER HD185H46B KEY PART NO. Cross Hydro 20" Tires Spring Torsion T/A Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. NO. Washer 11/32 x 1.25 x 16 Ga. inches. 1 inch =...
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MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B STEERING ASSEMBLY 1 62 44 51 41 42 37 36 54 0 17 18 19 \ 20 `1. 't 66 11 66 40 29' 25 6 2 0 O 29 29 68 13 46 8 47 6 9 65 46 8 6 15 7 33 10 34 35 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -
MODEL NUMBER HD185H46B STEERING ASSEMBLY 1 62 44 51 41 42 37 36 54 0 17 18 19 \ 20 `1. 't 66 11 66 40 29' 25 6 2 0 O 29 29 68 13 46 8 47 6 9 65 46 8 6 15 7 33 10 34 35 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -
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F Ei-sAIR psi- MODEL NUMBER liD18E1-146B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm Kit Steering Assembly Service Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5 Spacer Axle Bearing Arm Pittman Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-11 Unc x 2-3/4 ...
F Ei-sAIR psi- MODEL NUMBER liD18E1-146B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm Kit Steering Assembly Service Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5 Spacer Axle Bearing Arm Pittman Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-11 Unc x 2-3/4 ...
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... Engine Manufacturer) Pad Idler Bushing Stem Fuel Tank Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm JEL ZAJLER HD185H46B ENGINE KEY PART NO.
... Engine Manufacturer) Pad Idler Bushing Stem Fuel Tank Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm JEL ZAJLER HD185H46B ENGINE KEY PART NO.
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... mm 42 NO. MODEL NUMBEI1 ID185H46B 1 O O 18 28 28 14 7 10 7 5 +.) 0 27 2 6 22 21 5 16 25 l• 15 11 13 17 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140118 2 140551 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 10 155925 11 120068X 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050411 15 121249X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat...Knob Seat 1/2-1/3 UNC Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8 Spacer Split 28 X 88 KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 16 123740X 17 123976X 18 124238X 21 153236 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X 27 17490608 28 150176 Spring Cprsn Nut Lock 1/4 ...
... mm 42 NO. MODEL NUMBEI1 ID185H46B 1 O O 18 28 28 14 7 10 7 5 +.) 0 27 2 6 22 21 5 16 25 l• 15 11 13 17 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140118 2 140551 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 10 155925 11 120068X 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050411 15 121249X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat...Knob Seat 1/2-1/3 UNC Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-3/8 Spacer Split 28 X 88 KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 16 123740X 17 123976X 18 124238X 21 153236 22 STD541431 24 19171912 25 127018X 27 17490608 28 150176 Spring Cprsn Nut Lock 1/4 ...