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Poulan Pro PRGT2046A Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PRGT2046A
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
Do Not Throw Away
Read this Owner's Manual and
follow all Warnings and Safety
Instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury.
1
WARNING:
177271 Rev. 2 8.24.01 TR
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PRGT2046A LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Do Not Throw Away WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 177271 Rev. 2 8.24.01 TR...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • 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. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W-30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: LO REVERSE: 0.9 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI...

  • Page 5: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (2) Front Link Assemblies (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) Steering Wheel Insert (4) Retainer Springs Steering Sleeve Extension Keys...

  • 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.

  • Page 7: Assemble Gauge Wheels To Mower

    INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing.

  • Page 8: Install Mower And Drive Belt

    RETAINER SPRING SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTING GAUGE WHEEL 3/8 WASHER FIG. 4 I M P O R T A N T : F O R S H I P P I N G P U R P O S E S , T H E MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MOWER.

  • Page 9: Check Tire Pressure

    • Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. • Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  All assembly instructions have been completed.  No remaining loose parts in carton.  Battery is properly prepared and charged.

  • Page 11: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE FORWARD...
  • Page 12 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 manual for future reference. THROTTLE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 13: 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 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 14: Before Starting The Engine

    • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. • Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground.
  • Page 15 CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

  • Page 16: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...

  • Page 17: Operator Presence System

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- 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 Adjustments section of this manual).

  • Page 18: Clean Air Screen

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. •...

  • Page 21: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance “F”...

  • Page 22: To Adjust Attachment Clutch

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Reinstall mower to tractor (See “INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT” in the Assembly section of this manual). • Reassemble mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT” in this section of this manual). MOWER BLADE L.H.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR CLUTCHING FLAT IDLER ENGINE ABOVE BELT PULLEY KEEPER V-IDLER BELT KEEPER BELT TWISTS ENGINE PULLEY V-IDLER AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM FIG. 28 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT 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...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 32) CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENT BOLT JAM NUT FIG. 34 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 35) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. •...

  • 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. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter.
  • Page 28 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 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 PRGT2046A SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK 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

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A ELECTRICAL D .C...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 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 PRGT2046A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 140506 Drawbar, Gt 73680700 Nut, Crownlock 7/16-14Unc 163976X428 Dash 157882 Dash Asm., Lower 17720408 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 145166 Support, Battery 175259X428 Hood Asm., Pnt...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 76020412 Pin, Cotter 149176 Wheel, Hub Assembly 12000034 Klip, Ring 140080...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A STEERING ASSEMBLY 37,39 38,40...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M 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 PRGT2046A ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model # 407777 149723 Muffler 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm Belt Engine Vgt 96...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 171684 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 140675 Strap, Fender Asm. 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged 73800600 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn.
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 176674 Decal, Dash 170851 Decal, Engine 176272 Decal, Hood, RH 176273 Decal, Hood, LH 176652 Decal, Hood Side PNL 172740 Decal, Fender 157140 Decal, Danger 101892X Decal, Clutch/Brake 160397...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 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 44: Mower Deck

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A MOWER DECK 104 105...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 156833 Deck Weldment 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 10030600 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A TRANSAXLE...

  • Page 47: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT2046A TRANSAXLE PART DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 12000034 Retaining Ring 4199R Final Drive Gear 4216R Differential Gear 4215R Differential Pinion 4217R Differential Carrier 174728 Axle Thrust Washer 74020652 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 (1"...

  • Page 50: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials 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.
  • Page 52 PARTS AND SERVICE...

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