Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 178500 Poulan
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1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PRGT2046B LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 178500 3.
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.
3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W-30 (above 32 ° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32 ° F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .
5 CONTENTS OF HARD W ARE P A CK Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Mower Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel Seat Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.
6 ASSEMBL Y 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.
7 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 4) The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance. • Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
8 ASSEMBL Y I NSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 6) NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install the mulcher plate. • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.
9 ASSEMBL Y CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “ PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ” section of this manual.
10 OPERA TION 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 EN.
11 KNO W Y OUR TRA CT OR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
12 HO W T O USE Y OUR TRA CT OR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
13 FIG. 11 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 11) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut.
14 OPERA TION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.
15 FIG. 12 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
16 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oi.
17 BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 14) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY.
18 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “ leak ” power.
19 ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “ PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS ” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
21 FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY NUT “ H ” NUT “ G ” FIG. 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 24) - • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. • Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. • Roll belt over the top of L.
22 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 26) The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required.
23 FIG. 31 RETAINING RING WASHERS AXLE COVER SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 31) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. • Repair tire and reassemble.
24 TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING (See Fig. 34) • While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut. • Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for heavier attachments.
25 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENT BOLT SPRING BUSHING JAM NUT ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING FIG. 34 CLAMP SCREW FIG. 37 FIG. 36 SWIVEL CLAMP SCREW STOP ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 36) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.
26 ST ORA GE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
27 TR OUBLESHOO TING 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.
28 TR OUBLESHOO TING POINTS Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department.
29 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B SCHEMA TIC BATTERY FUSE RED RED BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BROWN RED ORAN.
30 30 33 24 42 43 40 26 28 25 50 29 27 27 41 16 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 D .C . A M P E R E S 45 81 52 22 21 79 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ELECTRICAL.
31 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ELECTRICAL 1 144926 Battery 2 74760412 Bo l t Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 1 0 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 X 7.
32 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 50 43 42 17 17 17 21 21 44 20 21 84 47 24 86 4 2 19 20 16 17 56 21 47 17 28 91 1 106 8 68 17 90 17 6 7 7 7 30 67 85 88 13.
33 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1 175465 Rail, Frame RH 2 175282 Drawbar, Gt 4 73680700 Nut, Crownlock 7/16-14Unc 5 163976X428 Dash 6 157882 Dash Asm., Lower 7 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 8 145166 Support, Battery 1 4 175259X428 Hood Asm.
34 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B GROUND DRIVE 62 150 3 69 7 8 9 10 11 27 14 13 16 18 19 26 21 22 23 25 24 37 38 40 41 42 23 59 60 61 12 62 63 56 39 67 5 117 50 6 15 48 53 55 52 .
35 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B GROUND DRIVE KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.
36 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B STEERING ASSEMBL Y 8 6 29 28 23 31 41 22 21 20 44 1 45 14 25 34 33 32 6 27 42 27 6 19 15 14 35 18 16 9 8 7 2 6 6 4 14 15 14 14 15 9 3 8 7 3 6 6 .
37 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B STEERING ASSEMBL Y 1 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 2 178557 Axle Asm., Front 3 6855M Fitting, Grease 4 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 5 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 7 121748X W asher 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
38 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ENGINE 1 84 24 12 11 41 42 43 10 9 8 40 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 84 45 47 39 18 15 17 37 28 37 27 26 16 22 25 21 20 74 62 71 70 79 69 83 35 2 81 82.
39 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B ENGINE KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 407777 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 2 149723 M uffler .
40 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B SEA T ASSEMBL Y 1 171684 Seat 2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 3 140675 S t r a p , Fender Asm. 4 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 5 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 6 73800600 N ut, Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn.
41 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B DECALS 23 3 9 14 5 4 23 5 10 19 16 1 11 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . NO .
42 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B LIFT ASSEMBL Y 35 73 34 32 31 30 4 5 5 4 2 11 11 7 8 9 10 3 6 1 14 41 14 41 13 13 21 19 20 15 73 16 23 23 23 23 18 38 39 40 43 42 29 70 33 72 26.
43 KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 2 177535 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 3 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 4 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 5 19292016 W asher 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
44 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B MO WER DECK 57 56 118 116 119 5 117 46 45 33 49 41 42 49 36 37 43 40 46 45 50 44 33 30 30 32 21 20 18 18 21 34 31 127 41 42 44 35 50 40 126 72 5.
45 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B MO WER DECK KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 156833 Deck Weldment 3 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 5 4939M R etainer Spring 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 8 850857 B o lt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr.
46 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B TRANSAXLE.
47 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046B TRANSAXLE KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 4197R A x l e Shaft 2 12000034 Retaining Ring 3 4199R Final Drive Gear 4 4216R Differential Gear 5 .
48 SER VICE NO TES.
49 SER VICE NO TES.
50 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
51 15 ° MAX. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES THIS IS A 15 ° SLOPE SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ° ), never across the face.
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.
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