Poulan PO1842STA user manual

User manual for the device Poulan PO1842STA

Device: Poulan PO1842STA
Category: Lawn Mower
Manufacturer: Poulan
Size: 1.47 MB
Added : 1/31/2014
Number of pages: 48
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Summary of the content on the page No. 1

MODEL NO. PO1842STA
18.0 HP 42 Inch
Lawn Tractor
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
184518 Rev. 1 02.20.03 RH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Summary of the content on the page No. 2

SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.  Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac- I. GENERAL OPERATION tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight  Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the down the slope. manual and on the machine before

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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS  Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop WARNING: In order to prevent ac- machine if anyone enters the area. ci den tal starting when setting up,  Never carry passengers or children even with the blades trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- off. pairs, alwa ys dis con nect spark plug  Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways wire and place wire where it can not look down an

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu factured to giv e you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech

Summary of the content on the page No. 5

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steering Boot (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Steering (1) Lock Insert Extension Washer 1/2 Shaft (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 5

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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife 1/2 HEX NUT (2) 3/4" wrench Tire

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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT PAN INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. LABEL  Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fl at washer se curing seat to cardboard pac king and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor.  Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- TERMINAL ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. TERMINAL  Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.  Pu

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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PER FOR MANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS  Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT QUALITY PROD UCT. SPEC I FI CATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly in

Summary of the content on the page No. 9

OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FUEL FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR AND FEET AWAY

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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH ATTACHMENT POSITION CLUTCH LEVER LIFT LEVER THROTTLE/ PLUNGER CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HEIGHT CLUTCH/ ADJUSTMENT BRAKE LEVER PEDAL PARKING BRAKE GEAR SHIFT LEVER FIG. 4 Our tractors conf

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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 dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “brown ing”

Summary of the content on the page No. 12

OPERATION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level TO OPERATE ON HILLS surface. WARNING: Do not drive up or down  Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- hills with slopes great er than 15° and JUST MO WER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation do not drive across any slope. sec tion of this manual).  With mower in desired height of cut po si tion, gauge  Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down wheels should be assembled so they are slightly of

Summary of the content on the page No. 13

OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) ADD GASOLINE  When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle  Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. control in the choke ( ) position until the engine runs Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will may require an engine warm-up period from several increase carbon and lead oxide

Summary of the content on the page No. 14

MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filter N 2 G Clean Air

Summary of the content on the page No. 15

MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP ASSEMBLY BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance LOCK WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. STAR (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)* TIRES  Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATE

Summary of the content on the page No. 16

MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS OIL DRAIN VALVE Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. CLOSED  Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- AND tery cable and remove battery from tractor. LOCKED POSITION  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. DRAIN YEL LOW CAP TUBE  Reinstall batte

Summary of the content on the page No. 17

MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER HAN DLE Replace the engine oil fi lter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea- son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD UCT COVER SPECIFICAT

Summary of the content on the page No. 18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS:  Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.  Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.  Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.  Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.  Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. IMPORTAN

Summary of the content on the page No. 19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground links. or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See  To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an tires are over or underinfl ated, you

Summary of the content on the page No. 20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” 1-1/2" NUT “A” JAM NUT MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 21 OPERATING ARM TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 22) FIG. 22 Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park the tractor on level surface. En gag


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