Page 2 - Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; SAFETY RULES
2 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers I M P O R T A N T : T H I S C U T T I N G M A C H I N E I S C A P A B L E O F A M P U T A T I N G H A N D S A N D F E E T A N D T H R O W I N G O B J E C T S . F A I L U R E T O O B S E R V E T H E F O L L O W I N G S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S C ...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; WARNING
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ...................................................... 2 - 3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................... 4, 15 - 18ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 6 - 8OPERATION ...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.00 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 Pints W/O FILTER: 3.0 Pints SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 1st 1.2 2nd 1.5 3rd 2.4...
Page 5 - CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK; Steering Wheel; Key
5 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Mulch Blades Slope Sheet SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys Ke...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. Toensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use thecorrect tools as necessary to insure proper ti...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE; TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING
8 ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THISQUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Bat...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 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 ...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
10 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. Savethis manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER : Used to e...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
11 NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases maycause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility,always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described above, before ...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; TO TRANSPORT
12 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do notdrive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or downhills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever toslower positio...
Page 13 - ADD GASOLINE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine hasrun out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuelfrom the tank to the engine.• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brakepedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift...
Page 14 - MOWING TIPS; MULCHING MOWING TIPS
14 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowingperformance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area thathas been cut....
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART
15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BE FO RE E AC H US E T RAC T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Te...
Page 16 - BATTERY; TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION
16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FIG. 12 FIG. 11 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of thebattery with an automotive charger will extend its life.• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small v...
Page 17 - TRANSAXLE COOLING; ENGINE; LUBRICATION; CLEAN AIR SCREEN
17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours andreplace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replacebelts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which canrestrict cooling. ENGINE L...
Page 18 - CLEANING; MUFFLER
18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreignmatter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean yourtractor unless the elec...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
19 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 b...
Page 20 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
20 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 23) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.BELT REMOVAL -• Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVEMOWER” in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and...
Page 22 - TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
22 NEGATIVETERMINAL POSITIVETERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL CHARGEDBATTERY CABLES CHASSIS FIG. 28 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-ing wheel ...
Page 23 - TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB; INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS; TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 securelyback into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may c...
Page 24 - STORAGE; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of theseason or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in an...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/r...
Page 27 - LIMITED WARRANTY
45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we willrepair or replace, at our option, withou...
Page 28 - SERVICE; POLICY; WARRANTY; LIMITED WARRANTIES; A. Products Warranted; C. Securing Warranty Service
46 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® SERVICE POLICY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contai...
Page 29 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
47 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALO NG DO TTE D LIN E THIS IS A 15 D EGREE SLO PE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mowslopes g...
Page 30 - FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS:; PARTS AND SERVICE
Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: 1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase....
