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Poulan Pro PD22PH48STA Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw
Away
r
/an PR
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL:
PD22PH48STA
A WARNING:
Read
this
Owner's
Manual
and
follow
all
Warnings
and
Safety
Instructions.
Failure
to do so can
result
in serious
injury.
LAWN TRACTOR
Always
Wear
Eye Protection
During
Operation
190303
12.11.03 TR
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away /an PR OWNER'S MANUAL A WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual follow Warnings Safety MODEL: Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PD22PH48STA LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 190303 12.11.03 TR Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & OOW .S & IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac- tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent acci- dental starting when setting up, trans- • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (4) Shoulder olts (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (4) Clevis Pins (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel Insert (4) Retainer Springs Seat (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (double loop) Nose Roller...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) eration section for location and function Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. controls) • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly _I_WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow of seat to tractor.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) • Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower • Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position. mounting brackets as shown. Tighten securely. Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS for best cutting performance.
  • Page 10 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. I'.,I 0#,,0 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ® ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED...
  • Page 11 OPERATION 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. Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER LIGHT SWITCH HOURMETER POSITION IGNITION...
  • Page 12 OPERATION 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.
  • Page 13 OPERATION The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and &...
  • Page 14 OPERATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying or using ethanol or methanol) can attract mois- hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
  • Page 15 OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP MOWING TIPS • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- should be warmed up as follows: formance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the •...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE F,,,,, O TES AS YOU COMPLETE £ x_' £ x_' £x_' £ x_' 9-" _0 _" REGULAR SERVICE f_rJ_'_ E R VICED A TES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- CENTER tenance. HOLE BRAKE OPERATION BLADE BOLT If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (SPECIAL)_.,..._ STAR (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE • Remove terminal guard. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are replacement is required.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS & WARNING:TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: " Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. " Place attachment clutch in"DISENGAGED" position. " Turn ignition key to"STOP" and remove key. " Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. "...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Position front plate assembly between front mower FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IFTHE and insert flanged pins. Secure pins with double loop FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23) • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. brake.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) (See Fig. 26) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE MENT (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) short against tractor chassis.

  • Page 25: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and •...

  • Page 26: 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 IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS & WARNING: Never store the tractor with FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel, Fill fuel tank, Engine not "CHOKED" properly, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section, Engine flooded, Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Bad spark plug, Replace spark plug, Dirty air filter, Clean/replace air filter,...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system, Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PD22PH48STA SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER Ill _ [BLACK • WHITE -_ ..WHITE BLACK EL_E_CT_R/C_ C_ L _U_TCH ; ¢. _ j _G ..©, SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) PTO(DISENGAGED) BLACK ..GROUNDING CONNECTOR BLUE METER HOUR...

  • Page 30: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and workmanship. 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.This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.
  • Page 31 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION " ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater...
  • Page 32 PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN product has been expertly engineered 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: Consult your dealer/place...

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