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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. PC1538C
15 HP 38 Inch
LawnTractor
Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts
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Poulan
186888 2.5.03 RD
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES _ SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS ,_ IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING"RIACHINEIS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET ANDTI_ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCOULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, manual and on the machine before starting. turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Do not mow near drop-offs, d
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SAFETY RULES '_Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers _lb Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. cidental starting when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades & transporting, adjusting or making off. repairs, always disconnect spark Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always plug wire and place wire where it look down and behind before and while backing. can
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 1,25 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) department. We have competent, well-trained technicians OIL CAPACITY: 3 PIN
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat @ (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering (1) Bolt i i Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys 1111 ,e,s Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 @ (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 1/2" wrenches Pliers (1) 9/16" wrench Tire pressure gauge Utility knife When r
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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) SEAT PAN Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. LABEL Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fiat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. Pivotseat upward and removefrom the cardboard pack- ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt inslo
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ASSEMBLY CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT QUALITY PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: •/ All assembly instructions have been com
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L I\1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BAI-rERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ATFACHMENT A'I-rACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS AND FEET AWAY (S
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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT IGNITION POSITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH THRO'I-rL_CHOKE ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE MOWERDECK PEDAL /_ "HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to the safety stan
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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while op- erating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSETHE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig
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OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) • Raise attachment liftto highest position withattachment Yourtractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift shut off the engine. lever is in neutral (N) position. Select desired height of cut. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. • St
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisturewhich formance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe leads to separation and formation of acids during stor- Service and Adjustments section of this manual. age. Acidicgas can damage the fuel system ofan engine The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel ming. syst
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MAINTENANCE FILL tN DATES A SYOOCOMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE !'_4"_""£-q_'/_£'_F SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems _1_ Check for Loose Fasteners 1_5 !l/ A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _l_a Lubrication Chart if T Check Battery Level 1_4 R Clean Battery and Terminals li/ li/ Check Transaxle Cooling v' Check V-Belts I_ Check Engine Oil Level I_ I_ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) I/1,2 I_ E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- EDGE UP tenance. CENTER HOLE 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). LOCK WASHER STAR TIRES • Maintainproperairpressureinalltires(See"PRODUCT FLAT WASHER SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). _ BLADE BOLT • Keep tires free
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MAINTENANCE BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Yourtractor has a battery chargingsystem which issufficient will result in increased oil consumption when used above for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery 32°F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid with an automotive charger will extend its life. possible engine damage from running low on oil. Keep battery and terminals clean.
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter, engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum every season. Service paper cartridge every t00 hours of fibers. operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester CLAMP (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUGS FUE_ cLAMP Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever FILTER occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. FIG. 14 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel CLEAN
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, 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. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMEN
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS rear, tighten nuts =F" against trunnion on both front TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING links. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F" from trunnion on or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If equal number of turns. The two front links must remain tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adj
