Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PR25PH48STC Poulan
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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR25PH48STC 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. IMPORT ANT MANUAL Do Not Throw A way 184314 Rev.
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 WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs, always discon- nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 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: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 – 5.
5 UNASSEMBLED P ARTS Mower Gauge Wheels (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Clevis Pins (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (4) Shoulder Bolts Nose Roll.
6 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 ASSEMBL Y FIG. 3 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 11, for location and func- tion of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.
8 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 6 and 7) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake. • Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.
9 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 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEM.
11 ELAPSED TIME AMPS 60 0 60 HOURS 1/10 000000000 0 OPERA TION 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.
12 OPERA TION CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
13 OPERA TION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) 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. 7) 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.
15 OPERA TION FIG. 12 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time.
16 BEFORE EACH USE T R A C 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 .
17 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).
18 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
19 MAINTENANCE 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.
20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 19 TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • If equipped, turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting. • Lower mower to its lowest position. • Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket.
21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MANDREL FIG. 22 FIG. 23 FIG. 21 LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT SUSPENSION ARM BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH TRUNNION FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY NUT “C” NUT “D” FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.
22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS L.H. MANDREL CENTER MANDREL IDLER PULLEY R.H. MANDREL COVER SPRING FIG. 25 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. • Remove mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT” in this section of this manual).
23 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 28) • 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. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.
24 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 30 HEX BOLT KEPS NUT POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE TERMINAL GUARD TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR 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 in the backside of the grill.
25 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.
26 STORAGE 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. WARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
27 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.
28 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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.
29 BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK WHITE RED BLACK STARTER M CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SOLENOID BLACK WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
30 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 42 25 40 33 30 50 22 79 21 81 D . C . A M P E R E S 45 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 55 46 89 16.
31 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm. 1 144927 B at t er y 2 74760412 B ol t H ex H d 1/4-20 UNC X 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 1 0 145211 B o lt, BTR FRT 1/4-20 x 7.
32 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 64 209 158 74 30 159 209 13 3 31 1 9 157 156 10 26 144 26 10 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 143 60 17 29 145 161 166 37 37 209 11 209 2.
33 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 9 163976X428 Dash 1 0 72140608 B ol t 3 /8 - 1 6 x 1 1 1 167203 Pa.
34 REP AIR P ARTS TRACT OR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC DRIVE 29 28 30 52 32 37 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 16 1 77 77 241 32 30 52 57 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 59 19 219 221 221 220 222 221 19 51.
35 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm REP AIR P ARTS TRACT OR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC DRIVE 1 -.
36 REP AIR P ARTS TRACT OR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC STEERING ASSEMBLY 11 5 87 5 87 4 3 43 6 43 8 40 32 8 6 46 46 8 6 2 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 29 29 82 10 38 12 72 1 37 36 37 41 42 88 71 17.
37 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm. REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC STEERING ASSEMBLY 1 180656 W heel Steering.
38 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 32 31 34 33 37 33 39 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 14 38 KEY P ART N O .
39 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 171684 Se at 2 140551 B racket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 B ol t F in Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 4 19131610 W asher Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. 5 145006 C l ip Push-In 6 73800600 N ut H e x w /Ins.
40 10 3 16 9 KEY PART NO. N O. DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 S te m V al v e 3 170455 T i r e F T 1 5 X 6 0 - 6 S ervice 4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item.
41 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC MOWER LIFT 36 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 49 18 17 16 15 54 54 13 12 11 13 13 31 53 32 32 13 52 49 49 51 51 13 13 .
42 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STC MOWER DECK 57 56 118 116 119 5 117 46 45 33 46 45 33 30 30 30 32 39 21 20 18 21 31 1 32 31 36 36 52 24 25 26 27 28 29 18 8 11 13 16 100 113 17 48 1.
43 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 180358X421 D eck Weldment Mower 48 3 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 5 4939M R etainer Spring 6 178024 A r m, S u s pension, Rear Sway Bar Deck 8 174365 B o lt 7 / 16 A s m.
44 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
45 15 DEGREES MAX. F O L D A L O N G D O T T E D L IN E T H IS IS A 1 5 D E G R E E S L O P E 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.
46 SER VICE NOTES.
47 SER VICE NOTES.
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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