Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PR185H42STC Poulan
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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR185H42STC 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 175718 12.
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 Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN- VOLVED. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transport- ing, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
4 GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32 ° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32 ° F) OIL CAPACITY: W/F I LTER 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forward: 0-5.
5 UNASSEMBLED PAR TS (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lock washer 3/8 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1.
6 ASSEMBL Y T OOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. Utility knife Pliers (1) 9/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
7 ASSEMBL Y TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.
8 ASSEMBL Y CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed.
9 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 ENG.
10 OPERA TION 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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
11 OPERA TION 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 operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
12 OPERA TION TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.
13 OPERA TION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) 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. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.
14 FIG. 10 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.
15 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.
16 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open.
17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
18 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
19 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRA CTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in “ DISENGAGED ” position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position.
20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 21 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 22 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.
21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.
22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 27) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble.
23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 29 FIG. 30 SEAT PAN BATTERY BOX DOOR KEPS NUT HEX BOLT POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL CHARGED BATTERY CABLES CHASSIS FIG. 28 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig.
24 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.
25 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.
26 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.
27 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department.
28 SER VICE NO TES.
29 BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE WHITE RED BLACK ORANGE BLACK BROWN BLACK BLACK BLACK STARTER M SEAT SWITC.
30 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 D .C . A M P E R E S 45 16 16 22 21 52.
31 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC ELECTRICAL KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bo l t H e x H d 1 / 4 - 2 0 u n c X 3 / 4 8 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 1 6 153664.
32 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC CHASSIS 58 207 20 207 23 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 208 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 3 37 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3.
33 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC CHASSIS KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X012 Dash P/L 1 0 7.
34 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC DRIVE 66 29 28 32 30 52 32 59 42 38 61 41 42 40 53 35 55 36 42 62 35 36 22 39 34 16 1 77 77 30 52 56 64 65 212 63 116 70 57 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 2.
35 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC DRIVE KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 314-0510 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer) 8 165619 Rod Shift Hydro LT 1 0 76020416 P i n C otter 1/8 x 1 CAD 1 4 10040400 W asher Lock Hvy Helical 1 5 74490544 Bolt, Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr.
36 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC STEERING ASSEMBLY 5 5 7 7 4 3 43 6 43 8 18 22 27 62 23 11 40 66 25 29 79 10 40 40 68 68 11 11 15 8 6 46 46 8 6 2 67 65 1 41 17 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 44 51 5.
37 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 3 169840 S p i n d l e Asm LH 4 169839 S p i n .
38 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 19131610 W asher 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push-In 6 73800600 N u t Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.
39 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KE Y PART NO. N O. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P AR T N O .
40 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC ENGINE 14 38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 40.
41 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC ENGINE KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 170771 Control, Throttle 2 17720410 S crew Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 3 - - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model 407777 (Order Parts from Engine Mfg.
42 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC MOWER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 35 54 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 22 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 59 19 4 3 12.
43 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC MOWER DECK KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 165892X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr.
44 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 49.
45 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STC MOWER LIFT 1 159460 W ire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 W.
46 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
47 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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