Poulan PB18542LT Support Question
Poulan PB18542LT Support Question
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Question posted by tretta11 on June 18th, 2015
Poulan Pro Pb18542lt Will Not Go Into Reverse
My lawn mower works fine going forward, but will not move when placed in reverse. What could be the problem?
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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on June 18th, 2015 8:04 PM
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The video tutorial here should be able to help you correct the mower reverse issue.
Related Poulan PB18542LT Manual Pages
User Manual - Page 1
Failure to do so can result in U.S.A. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
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IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
02478
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PB18542LT
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
User Manual - Page 2
...feel uneasy on wet grass. which can result in reverse unless absolutely necessary. catchers or other debris which can...or other safety devices in place and working.
• Slow down a hill in gear when going down the slope. Engine exhaust... Operation on all movement on a slope.
stability of riding mower-related injuries. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction....
User Manual - Page 3
... • Keep the nozzle in safe working condition. • Never tamper with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. V. ning. Always place containers on towed equipment.
• On...slowly straight down the slope.
• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down and behind and down for towing. Clean ...
User Manual - Page 4
...below 32°F)
W/Filter: 3.5 Pints W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints
Champion RC12YC
Forward:
1st
1.2
2nd 1.5
3rd
2.4
4th
3.5
5th
4.8
6th
5.3
Reverse:
1.5
Front: Rear:
14 PSI 10 PSI
3 Amps Battery 5 Amps ... a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you experience any ). Please read and retain this tractor. CONGRATULATIONS...working order by the operator.
User Manual - Page 6
...Fig. 1)
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT • Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. • Place tabs of steering boot over large slotted hole in pan. • Push down on seat to engage ...in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. • Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL • Position front...
User Manual - Page 7
...position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Roll tractor forward off the skid.
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See ...to its highest position.
• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.
• Place gearshift lever in neutral position.
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
TO DRIVE...
User Manual - Page 8
... BELTS
See the figures that the belts are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in the Service... operating condition.
✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are routed correctly. Verify that are properly...still secure and wires are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in flated for shipping purposes....
User Manual - Page 9
...
SYSTEM (ROS)
ENGINE ON
ENGINE START
PARKING BRAKE
PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
OVER TEMP LIGHT
FUEL
OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD
MOWER HEIGHT
15
MOWER LIFT
15
ATTACHMENT
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED
BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL
KEEP AREA CLEAR
SLOPE HAZARDS
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
LIGHTS ON
FREE WHEEL (Automatic ...
User Manual - Page 10
...4
Our tractors conform to raise, lower, and adjust the mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse.
Selects the speed and direction of the American National Standards ...Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION -
Used to the safety standards of the tractor...
User Manual - Page 11
... and mower perfor-
NOTE: Failure to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will hold . • Place parking ..." POSITION
PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION
GEAR SHIFT LEVER
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 5)
The direction and speed of movement...should be cut relatively high; For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
• For...
User Manual - Page 12
...; With mower in appropriate hole with the attachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Do not mow in place. WARNING: Backing up with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in operating position. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with...
User Manual - Page 13
...your tractor on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.
• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.
• Do not push or tow tractor at more... not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in quantities that are ...
User Manual - Page 14
...until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
After one or two rounds,...the terrain and give best performance of material. Make first cut . MOWING TIPS
• Mower should be used for best mowing performance. Allow grass to dry before mowing.
• Always ...
User Manual - Page 16
...reverse should NOT shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem...on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - but are working properly....
User Manual - Page 18
...64257;lter should be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower.
18
We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. Spark plug type and...64257;lter and plug fuel line sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in engine or transmission will not run properly using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor.
of...
User Manual - Page 20
... adjust your mower. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is in all pulley grooves and inside all
belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of ...Work belt off both front links.
• Recheck side-to 1/2" lower at front than the rear when the mower is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower...
User Manual - Page 22
...move freely, the
transaxle is needed to get to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in neutral (N).
DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR ...When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your local
parts dealer. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable &#...
User Manual - Page 23
...in the Repair Parts section.
23 If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from tractor.
•... both terminals at sides, tilt toward
engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. HOOD
HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR
01536
SEAT PAN
FIG. 27
FIG. 25
ENGINE
TO ADJUST ...
User Manual - Page 26
...Mower blades will not charge
1. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Travel speed too fast. 3. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Place...mower deck. 5. Clean around mandrels to dry before stopping engine.
1. Blown fuse.
1. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
PROBLEM...Light switch is shifted into reverse
1. Check/replace light switch. 4. Replace fuse.
Mower deck not level. 3....
User Manual - Page 30
... has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to our website: www.poulan-pro.com/support.asp
NOTE:
Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service ... service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-829-5886 For a Parts Manual, go to rigid quality standards. Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D. As with all requests for updated information and assistance. Description of ...
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