Poulan PRO 2001-01 - Manual

7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those par ts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of yourtractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use thecorrect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. ...

8 TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location andfunction of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions inthe Operation section of this manual. Besure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Besure the area in front of tractor is clear ofother peo...

9 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWINGCHECKLIST: 3 All assembly instructions have beencompleted. 3 No remaining loose parts in carton. 3 Battery is proper...

1 0 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL...

11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of...

1 2 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask overspectacles or standard ...

1 4 ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon and lead oxidedeposits and reduce valve life). Do notmix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel inquantities that can be used within 30days to assure fuel f...

15 MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in theService and Adjustments section ofthis manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Dri...

1 6 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE T RAC T 0 R Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Te...

17 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high speed inhighest gear, then brake must be ad-justed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in theService and Adjustments section of thismanual).TIRES• Maintain pro...

1 8 V-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of operation and replaceif necessary. The belts are not adjustable.Replace belts if they begin to slip fromwear. TRANSAXLE COOLINGKeep transaxle free from build-up of dirtand chaff which can restrict cooling. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICI...

19 MUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it couldcreate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUGSReplace spark plugs at the beginning ofeach mowing season or after every 100hours of operation, whichever occurs first.Spark plug type and gap setting areshown in “...

2 0 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • 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 “OFF” and remove key.• Make sure the blad...

21 Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Nut “F” Ground Line Bottom edge ofmower to ground Suspension Arm Lift Link Adjustment Nut Bottom edge ofmower to ground A A FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENTIMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-backadjustment is necessary, be sure ...

2 2 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENTIf steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, removesteering wheel and reassemble perinstructions in the Assembly section ofthis manual. TO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brak...

2 4 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood.• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole inthe backside of the grill. • Close hood.INTERLOCKS AND RELAYSLoose or damaged wiring may causeyour tractor to run poo...