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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PDGT26H48C
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
Do Not Throw Away
02139
WARNING:
Read the Owner's Manual and fol-
low all Warn ings and Safety In struc -
tions. Fail ure to do so can result
in serious injury.
189369 09.29.03 TR
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PDGT26H48C LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Do Not Throw Away 02139 WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and fol- low all Warn ings and Safety In struc - tions. Fail ure to do so can result in serious injury.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while backing.

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 5.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: Reverse: Tire Pressure: Front: Rear: Charging System:...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Premium Extension Steering Adapter Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Nose Roller Nose Roller Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (4) Adjusting Bars Steering Wheel Insert (4) Retainer Springs (2) Flanged Pins...

  • 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 insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 7 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing.

  • Page 8: Install Mower And Drive Belt

    TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) • Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brack ets as shown. Tighten securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are po si tioned in tab holes in mower brackets. •...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

  • Page 10: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. REVERSE 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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this man ual for future reference. THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION...

  • Page 12: How To Use Your Tractor

    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 op- erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.

  • Page 13: To Operate On Hills

    TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

  • Page 14: Before Starting The Engine

    02219 FIG. 11 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifi cations of the manufacturer of your trac- tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

  • Page 15: Operation

    • Remove retainer spring from the drive belt tension handle to relieve belt tension. • Start engine and allow it to warm up for three (3) min- utes. • Shut-off engine and engage parking brake. • Engage drive belt tension handle and replace the re tain er spring.

  • 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: Maintenance

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual).
  • Page 18 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. •...
  • Page 19 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or com pressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fi...

  • Page 20: 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 21: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly. • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left foot rest and retain with double loop retainer spring. •...

  • Page 22: To Replace Mower Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 24) • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower mower to its lowest position. • Disengage belt tention rod from lock bracket. CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 26) The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 31) WARNING: Do not short battery ter- mi nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected fi...

  • Page 26: Storage

    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. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl...

  • Page 27: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine fl ooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air fi lter. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment.

  • Page 28: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” M + G + A1 NONE ON + LIGHTS B + A1 L + A2 B + A1 NONE START B + S + A1...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C ELECTRICAL D .C...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Bat tery 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 zinc 150109 Holdown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-stealth_37-vgt...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 180375 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawbar, Gt 163976X428 Dash 157882 Dash Asm., Lower 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 184668 Support, Battery 175260X428 Hood Asm., Pnt 121794X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C GROUND DRIVE drive_6-vgt 135 137...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 331-3000 (Order Parts From Trans- axle Manufacturer) 7070E Key Sq. 1/4 x 2.5 7563R Washer Thrust 76020412 Pin, Cotter...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_18-vgt...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 180656 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C ENGINE engine-intek-ELS_10-vgt SPARK ARRESTER KIT...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Engine Briggs, Model No. 446777 (Order parts from engine manuf.) 149723 Muffl er Side 121361X Pulley V-Idler 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine VGT...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 lift_rh_8...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 171684 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap Asm. Fender 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 73800600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn. 171877...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 164097 Decal, Dash 184858 Decal, Engine 176272 Decal, Hood, RH 176273 Decal, Hood, LH 185539 Decal, Hood Sides 170563 Decal, Warning 166960 Decal, Bypass 178502 Decal, Deck Caution 172740 Decal...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C MOWER DECK mower_deck.48prem_2...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 180358X421 Deck Weldment Mower 48 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 178024 Sway Bar Deck 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade (The following blades are available) 173921 Blade, 48" Mulching...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. 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 fi...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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.

  • Page 48: Parts And Service

    PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit.

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