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Poulan Pro 189956 Owner's Manual

Poulan Pro 189956 Owner's Manual

15.5 hp 38 inch lawn tractor
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MODEL NO. 271190
15.5 HP 38 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
189956 11.03.03 TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL NO. 271190 15.5 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 189956 11.03.03 TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules ... 2 Product Specifi cations ... 5 Assembly/Pre-Operation ... 7 Operation... 10 Maintenance Schedule ... 16 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 3 • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
  • Page 4 • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, dis en gage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. •...

  • Page 5: Product Specifi Cations

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 1.25 Capacity and Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 3 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: Reverse: Tire Pressure: Front: Rear: Charging 3 Amps Battery System:...

  • Page 6: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Steering Wheel (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1)Knob Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer...

  • Page 7: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing.
  • Page 9 9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park- ing brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position. 10. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were over in - fl...

  • Page 10: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions...
  • Page 11 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. Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Pedal...
  • Page 12 The op er a tion of any trac tor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Al ways wear safety glass es or eye shields while op er at ing your trac tor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 13 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- prox i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.
  • Page 14 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).
  • Page 15 MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used 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 sec tion of this manual.

  • Page 16: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

  • Page 17: Place

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in high est gear, then brake must be ad just ed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...

  • Page 18: Place

    Adding or checking level of elec tro lyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER MI NALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. 1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

  • Page 19: Place

    1. Pull up on air fi lter cover handle and rotate towards engine. 2. Remove cover. 3. Carefully remove air fi lter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base. 4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 4.

  • Page 21: Place

    Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man u al). If tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT •...

  • Page 22: Place

    4. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck brack et by removing retainer spring. 5. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 6. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Work new belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

  • Page 23: Place

    Engine Pulley Clutching Idler Stationary Idler Center Span Transaxle Keeper Pulley TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hor i zon tal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal.

  • Page 24: Light

    2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from trac tor. 3. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 4. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.

  • Page 25: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor 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 fl...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3. Engine fl ooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 6. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7 Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9.

  • Page 27: Place

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7.

  • Page 28: Place

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3.

  • Page 29: Place

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH BLUE FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED.

  • Page 30: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 31: Light

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery Fender 176138 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)

  • Page 32: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES Chassis-Alpha_LT_1...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION 174620 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 174643X014 Saddle Slkscr Flt LT 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 168347X011 Dash 72140608...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 GROUND DRIVE drive-saddle_25...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Tran sax le Dana D4360-139 (Order parts from transaxle Manufacturer) 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20" tires 12000028 Ring Re tain er # 5100-62 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 STEERING steering_pl.lt_42...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Steering Wheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spin dle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spin dle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Wash er 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.1cyl_17...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below: Briggs &...

  • Page 40: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_lt.knob_1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175389 Seat 140551 Bracket Pvt St 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32 x1 x10 Ga. 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 73800600 Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16...

  • Page 41: Place

    156867 Decal, Oper sdl P/L Gear WHEELS AND TIRES 4,10 KEY PART NO. NO. 156439 181249 146046 136832 138311 189956 189957 KEY PART NO. NO. 59192 65139 106222X 59904 106732X624 Rim Asm 6"front Service 278H 9040H 106108X624 Rim Asm 8"rear Service...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 LIFT ASSEMBLY 17 18 20 lift-rh.1piece_3...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621...

  • Page 44: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 MOWER DECK 38_deck-manual_2...

  • Page 45: Place

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 271190 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170280 Mower Housing Assembly 72140506 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 138017 Bracket Asm. Fram Sway Bar 169970 Bracket, Asm. Deck Sway Bar 4939M Retainer, Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr.

  • Page 46: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and work man ship. For a period of one (1) year 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 replac- ing parts, any part which we fi...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.

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