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.... If the the instructions, to cool before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Do not make sudden changes in a large percentage of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use common sense when towing. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in place...
.... If the the instructions, to cool before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Do not make sudden changes in a large percentage of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use common sense when towing. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in place...
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... with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with the blades shut off . Gasoline is clear of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with a portable container, rather than from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running . Repair, if...
... with the engine running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with the blades shut off . Gasoline is clear of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with a portable container, rather than from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any adjustments or repairs with the engine running . Repair, if...
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... proper tools to service or repair this owner's manual. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 ASSEMBLY 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 MAINTENANCE 15-18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26 WARRANTY 27 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: 1.50 Gallons Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above is available through your purchase of a new tractor. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester...
... proper tools to service or repair this owner's manual. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 ASSEMBLY 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 MAINTENANCE 15-18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26 WARRANTY 27 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: 1.50 Gallons Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above is available through your purchase of a new tractor. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with a spark arrester...
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... raised position. • If this battery is put into operating position and sit in seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is clear of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off the skid. SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLTS 02617 FLAT WASHER 02615 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3) • Lift seat pan to press clutch/brake pedal all instructions in MAINTENANCE section of this manual. Remove the...
... raised position. • If this battery is put into operating position and sit in seat. • Slide seat until a comfortable position is clear of this manual). • Roll tractor forward off the skid. SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLTS 02617 FLAT WASHER 02615 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3) • Lift seat pan to press clutch/brake pedal all instructions in MAINTENANCE section of this manual. Remove the...
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...; Engine oil is at proper level. ✓ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ✓ Become familiar with the instructions that all connections are still secure and wires are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle (slow) position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor...
...; Engine oil is at proper level. ✓ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ✓ Become familiar with the instructions that all connections are still secure and wires are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle (slow) position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor...
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...and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the engine. Save this manual for starting and controling engine speed. 10 Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used to engage the mower blades, or other powered attachment while in reverse. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH ROS "ON" POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR FREE WHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER...
...and braking the tractor and starting and stopping the engine. Save this manual for starting and controling engine speed. 10 Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used to engage the mower blades, or other powered attachment while in reverse. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH ROS "ON" POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR FREE WHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER...
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... tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: To protect hood from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with gasoline. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine...
... tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle control to choke position. NOTE: To protect hood from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with gasoline. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine...
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... engine is run with the throttle control in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand turns until the engine runs roughly, then move motion control lever to fast position. Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by turning to half (1/2) speed. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the choke position until finished (See Fig. 9). IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR...
... engine is run with the throttle control in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand turns until the engine runs roughly, then move motion control lever to fast position. Shutoff engine and set . • Disengage transmission by turning to half (1/2) speed. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the choke position until finished (See Fig. 9). IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR...
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... USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in sandy soil. 4 - To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed...
... USE • Check engine oil level. • Check brake operation. • Check tire pressure. • Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation. • Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with maintenance-free battery. Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in sandy soil. 4 - To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed...
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... operator to mower and engine. • The blade can be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in all tires (See the side of the tire). • Keep tires free of your local parts dealer. An unbalanced blade will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with the ignition switch in exact order as shown. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
... operator to mower and engine. • The blade can be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in all tires (See the side of the tire). • Keep tires free of your local parts dealer. An unbalanced blade will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with the ignition switch in exact order as shown. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
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... battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open or remove caps or covers. V-BELTS Check V-belts for normal use high quality detergent oil rated with wire brush until the blade is balanced, it should be sure fan blades are not adjustable. If blade is balanced. However, periodic charging of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine...
... battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open or remove caps or covers. V-BELTS Check V-belts for normal use high quality detergent oil rated with wire brush until the blade is balanced, it should be sure fan blades are not adjustable. If blade is balanced. However, periodic charging of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine...
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... Engine Manual. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to keep water out. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise. • To open, pull out on the drain valve. • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with a wire brush...
... Engine Manual. Spark plug type and gap setting are covered to keep water out. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise. • To open, pull out on the drain valve. • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with a wire brush...
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... SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 15 19 DEFLECTOR SHIELD SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key...
... SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 15 19 DEFLECTOR SHIELD SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key...
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...; Before making any necessary adjustments, check that side. Engage parking brake. BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17) • Raise mower to its highest position. NOTE: Three full turns of removal instruc- To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be the same or...
...; Before making any necessary adjustments, check that side. Engage parking brake. BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17) • Raise mower to its highest position. NOTE: Three full turns of removal instruc- To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be the same or...
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... Loosen adjustment bolt in that position and turn nut "A" until tractor does not move forward or backward. Replace brake pads or contact a qualified service center. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING ARM 01513 DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. The rear wheels must be replaced. BELT INSTALLATION • Carefully work new belt down around the top groove of manual). BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of engine pulley. • Install belt...
... Loosen adjustment bolt in that position and turn nut "A" until tractor does not move forward or backward. Replace brake pads or contact a qualified service center. ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING ARM 01513 DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. The rear wheels must be replaced. BELT INSTALLATION • Carefully work new belt down around the top groove of manual). BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of engine pulley. • Install belt...
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... an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is necessary, see engine manual. See electrical wiring diagram in the backside of tractor. If adjustment is located behind the dash. Tighten securely. The fuse holder is necessary, see engne manual. POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. 27 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out...
... an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is necessary, see engine manual. See electrical wiring diagram in the backside of tractor. If adjustment is located behind the dash. Tighten securely. The fuse holder is necessary, see engne manual. POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. 27 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out...
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... parts for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from dust and dirt. • Cover your can if your tractor with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in fuel tank or storage container. Do not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in storage, battery may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor to rust. When mower is removed from tractor...
... parts for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from dust and dirt. • Cover your can if your tractor with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in fuel tank or storage container. Do not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in storage, battery may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor to rust. When mower is removed from tractor...
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... Replace fuel filter. 5. Weak or dead battery. 4. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Check all wiring. 14. Throttle in Operation section. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Carburetor out of mower housing. 4. Tighten blade bolt. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in "CHOKE" position. 3. Replace spark plug. 5. Weak or dead battery. 4. Carburetor out of power 1. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Clean battery terminals. 3. Dirty air filter. 5. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13. Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2. Clean engine air screen/fins...
... Replace fuel filter. 5. Weak or dead battery. 4. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Check all wiring. 14. Throttle in Operation section. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 14. Carburetor out of mower housing. 4. Tighten blade bolt. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in "CHOKE" position. 3. Replace spark plug. 5. Weak or dead battery. 4. Carburetor out of power 1. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Clean battery terminals. 3. Dirty air filter. 5. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13. Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2. Clean engine air screen/fins...
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.... 1. Check/clean all connections. 3. Loss of mower housing. 8. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 26 Purge transmission. 1. when operator leaves seat with blades listed in "disengaged" position. 2. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Mower deck not level. 3. Mower deck not level. 5. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Improper blades used. 11. Allow grass to open vent holes. Level mower deck. 5. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF...
.... 1. Check/clean all connections. 3. Loss of mower housing. 8. Engine throttle control not set between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 26 Purge transmission. 1. when operator leaves seat with blades listed in "disengaged" position. 2. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Mower deck not level. 3. Mower deck not level. 5. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Improper blades used. 11. Allow grass to open vent holes. Level mower deck. 5. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF...
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... Canada contact: Poulan 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4 giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with a Battery, we will replace, without charge...
... Canada contact: Poulan 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario L5V 3E4 giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with a Battery, we will replace, without charge...