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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PB195A42LT
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
532 43 88-82
10.25.10 BAD
Do Not Throw Away
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
re sult in serious in ju ry.
Printed in the U.S.A.
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: PB195A42LT LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 532 43 88-82 10.25.10 BAD Do Not Throw Away WARNING: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug wire and place... - Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: W/O Filter: 48 oz. Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: Reverse: Charging System: 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery:... -
Page 5: Unassembled Parts
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot (1) Seat Key(s) Steering Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Seat (1) Washer Slope Sheet (1) Lock Washer Steering Extension Shaft (1) Bolt... -
Page 6: Assembly
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 ensure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. -
Page 7: Assembly
• Connect switch to seat. • Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads are positioned over large slotted holes in pan. • Push down on seat to engage pads in slots and pull seat towards rear of tractor. •... -
Page 8: Operation
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL ENGINE ON REVERSE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) - Page 9 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE THROTTLE/CHOKE...
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Page 10: How To Use Your Tractor
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. - Page 11 TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 10) The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height. Fig. 10 • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot. The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1"...
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Page 12: Before Starting The Engine
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 lowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. •... -
Page 13: Operation
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 en gaged position. -
Page 14: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Mower Levelness ck V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) -
Page 15: Maintenance
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE”... -
Page 16: Clean Air Screen
V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid main te- nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. - Page 17 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 20) Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- heating and engine damage. AIR SCREEN CLEAN OUT CHAFF AND DEBRIS Fig. 20 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
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Page 18: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •... -
Page 19: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. Fig. 24 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and... - Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly.
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Page 21: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) 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 REMOVE MOW ER”... - Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 35 and 36) The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. • Engage the freewheel control lever. (See "TO TRANS- PORT"...
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Page 23: Service And Ad Just Ments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from both batteries. WEAK OR FULLY CHARGED DEAD BATTERY BATTERY Fig. 38 REPLACING BATTERY ( See Fig. -
Page 24: 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 trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. - Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. to run when oper- ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Poor cut - uneven 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 4.
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Page 28: Warranty
The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.