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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
Poulan
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OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING:
MODEL:
Read the Owner's Manual and fol-
low all Warnings and Safety Instruc-
tions. Failure to do so can result
in serious injury.
PDGT26H48B
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
186714 Rev. 1 06.06.03 JH/TR
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OFERAT,ON PRACT,CES FOR .,DE-ON .OVERS a IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINEIS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEETAND THROWINGOBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULTIN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • 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. • Only allow responsible adults,
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SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area isclear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades cidental starting when setting up, & off. transporting, adjusting or making re- Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always pairs, always disconnect spark plug look down and behind before and while backing. wire and place wire where it cannot Nevercarry children.They may fall off and
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured togive GasolineCapacity 5.0 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: UnleadedRegular Should you experience any problem you cannoteasily rem- OilType(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above,32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below32°1=) department We have competent, well-trained technicians OilCapacity: W/Filter: 4.0
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Gauge Wheels f Steering Sleeve © (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. I (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars Steering (4) Clevis Pins I • Sleeve Extension Steering Premium Adapter Steering Wheel Insert (_-) Retainer Springs Seat (4) Locknuts (double loop) 3/8-16 (4) Shoulder Bolt Mower (1) Washer (_) 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Flanged (1) Knob I_ Nose Roller Assembly _RNose Roller Bra_ (2) Retainer Springs _Retainer (singte loop) (5) Retainer Springs pring (double loop) Ke
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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 _ INSERT STEERING wrench sizes are listed. _ HEX BOLT (1) Pliers (1) Tire pressure gauge @1 w (2) 9/16" wre
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ASSEMBLY • Be su re all the above assembly steps have been com- INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) pleted. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Check e_gine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing • Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section of this manual). Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack-
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ASSEMBLY TO ATrACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. • Assemble brackets "A" and "B"to the inside of mower Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position. mounting brackets as shown. Tighten securely. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck in mower brackets. pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown. • Position
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ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKLIST CHECKTIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YQU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important QUALITY PRODUCT. for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ,/ All assembly instructions have been
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their mean- ing. R N H L I'-,I 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 BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT UGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER, KEEP HANDS 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 wtth your tractor to famtlianze yourself with the Iocahon of various controls and adjustments. Save thts manual for future reference HOURMETER ,_- LJGHT SWITCH IGNITION POSITION CHOKE CONTROL SWITCH AMMETER ATTACHMENT CONTROL THROI-rLE CLUTCH SWITCH BRAKE PEDAL PLUNGER MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION UFTLEVER HANDLE PARKING BRAKE LEVER MORON CONTROL LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNO
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T 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. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hotengine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To el
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) UFT LEVER Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly • HIGHEST ,'_" POSIITON off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level POSITION surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- ATrACHEMNT CLUTCH JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in th
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OPERATION CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for add
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OPERATION • Remove retainer sprmg from the drive belt tenston • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control m handle to relieve belt tension. driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" inthis sectton of manual). • Start engme and allow _tto warm up for three (3) min- utes • Sitting m the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine ts running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. • Shut-off engine and engage parking brake Disengage parking brake. • Engage dnve belt tension handle and replac
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MAINTENANCE FELL IN OATES REGU R SERV,CE S V,CE" DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure _ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ I_s If A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3 T Lubrication Chart V e 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals V ° V' Cheek Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts V' Check Engine Oil Level I_ V # Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) IIP#_,_ V' ./ E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) V'1,2 N Clean Air Filter G clean Air
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance (SPECIAL) at highspeed in highestgear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"in the Service andAdjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain properairpressure inalltires(See"PRODUCT FIG. 13 SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insectcontrol ch
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MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting incold weather, these multi-viscosityoils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause will result in irlcreased oil consumption when used above the battery to "leak" power. 32°F. Check your engine oil level morefrequently to avoid • Remove terminal guard. possible engine damage from running low on oil. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- Change the oi
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN MUFFLER Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Inspect and'replace corroded muffler and spark attester engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum age. fibers. SPARK PLUGS CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, season or after
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING:TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 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. TO INSTALL MOWER TRACTOR Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspensio
