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- Page 1 ® 03131 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING: Road this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PXT195G42 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 532 43 91-59...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers DANGER: THiS CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH. • Slow down before turning. •...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES & & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN GENERALSERVlCE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to Never operate machine in a closed area. the machine and the mowing activity.
- 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 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you can not easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ :3ilType SAE 30 (above 32°F) o...
- Page 5 PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel \ \_ (1) Hex Bolt _" Steering '-\...j.., Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Boot Shaft Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob (1) Seat Slope Sheet Key(s)
- 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.
- Page 7 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing for best cutting performance.
- Page 8 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 REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- Page 9 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS 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. 03078 Fig. 4 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
- Page 10 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the cutting height.
- Page 12 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4) 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 • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing 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 14 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation v" Check Tire Pressure v" Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" v" Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Check/Replace v"...
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu= CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap-...
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE BATTERY Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill Your tractor has a battery charging system which issufficient cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. for normal use.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AiR SCREEN CLEANING Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent matter. engine damage from overheating. Clean with awire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. •...
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral position. 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 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 • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION BELT DRIVE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 2g) (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL= TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 30) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 33) (See Fig. 34) WARNING: Do not short battery termi= • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the •...
- Page 24 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 FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...
- Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Excessive Bent blade mandrel. Replace blade mandrel. vibration Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. Loose/damaged part(s). Faulty operator-safety presence control Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues...
- Page 27 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater...
- Page 28 LiMiTED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials 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.