Poulan Pro PP175H46 Operator's Manual

Poulan Pro PP175H46 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor

Advertisement

Quick Links

IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PP175H46
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 85 75-49 Rev. 1
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.
01.23.17 BD
Printed in the U.S.A.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Poulan Pro PP175H46

  • 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. PP175H46 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: SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C)
  • Page 5: Assembly

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Battery Keys Oil Drain Extension (2) Hex Bolts Key(s) (2) Nut Keps ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label is located between terminals) A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS • Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob/bolt (A). See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and • Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments •...
  • Page 7: 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 ENGINE ENGINE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH/ PARKING MOWER MOWER START LOCK BRAKE PEDAL BRAKE HEIGHT LIFT...
  • Page 8 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 9 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 10 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) (See Fig. 7) 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 11 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 3 & 12) (See Fig. 11) When push ing or tow ing your trac tor, ensure transmission is disengaged by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System po si tion.
  • Page 12 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage free- attached to tractor. wheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.
  • Page 14: 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 15: 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 16 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours to enter the engine when changing oil. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE CLEANING ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are matter. kept clean at all times. •...
  • Page 18: 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 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 28 & 29) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. Ensure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appear- To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should ance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8"...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT BELT REMOVAL - (See Fig. 30) • Remove mower. (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” section in this manual.) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 32) TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully • Block up axle securely. charged battery. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely Should your transmission require removal for service or back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 24: 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 25: 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 flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 26 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.
  • Page 28 SERVICE NOTES...

Table of Contents