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Poulan Pro PP24VA54 Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PP24VA54
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
115 78 00-96
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.
09.01.15 TH
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings MODEL: and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. PP24VA54 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    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. • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. SLOPE OPERATION • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. • Allow engine to cool before refueling. WARNING! When loading or unloading • Never fuel the machine indoors. this machine, do not exceed the maximum •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 2.5 Gallons/9,46 L and type: Regular Unleaded Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Oil Type: SAE30 (above 32°F/0°C)

  • Page 5: Assembly

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (1) Shoulder Bolt (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (1) Small Retainer Springs (1) Front Lift Link (1) 3/8-16 Assembly (1) Wheel Locknut (5) Large Retainer Springs If Equipped (1) Small Retainer (1) 3/4 O.D.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) SKID • Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob/bolt (A). • Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 1) • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY 4. SLIDE MOWER UNDER TRACTOR (See Fig. 8) • Bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in LIFT all mower pulley grooves. LEVER NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. •...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY 7. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) (See Fig. 13) • Insert rod end of rear lift link (C) into hole (U) in tractor ANTI-SWAY BAR TRANSAXLE (S) LOCATION BRACKET (T) lift shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower. LOCATED •...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECK DECK LEVELNESS 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See Fig. 7 & 15) For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop- • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). erly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the •...

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OPERATOR'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. Fig.
  • Page 12 OPERATION 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 13 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 22) (See Fig. 20) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the operating position.
  • Page 14 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 16 & 25) Fig. 24) When push ing or tow ing your trac tor, ensure transmission Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System is disengaged by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing (ROS).
  • Page 15 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 16) When starting the engine for the fi rst time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the fac- fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 16 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •...

  • Page 17: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EACH SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and 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 Transaxle Cooling...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 29 & 30) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL. ad just able.
  • Page 20 MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER CLEANING Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi lter. • Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. matter. CLEAN AIR SCREEN • Clean debris from steering plate.
  • Page 21 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 33) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. Ensure tires are properly infl ated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under infl ated, it may affect the appear- FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO CHECK BRAKE (See Fig. 40) If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. surface, then brake must be serviced.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 43) (See Fig. 42) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate object to contact both terminals at the ex plo sive gases.
  • Page 26 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 securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ run when operator department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected.

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