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Poulan Pro 279370 Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
279370
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warn-
ings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
ALWAYS
WEAR
EYE
PROTECTION
DURING
OPERATION
186895 Rev. 1 2.7.03
RD
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warn- ings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 279370 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 186895 Rev. 1 2.7.03 Printed in U.S.A.
  • 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. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION •...
  • Page 3 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. & Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
  • Page 4 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manufactu red to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact you r nearest authorized service center/ OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Extension (1) Knob Shaft Steering Sleeve teering Steering Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Large Flat Blade Washer _-_.\ _" \\\\\ (2) Mulch Blades 11111,2 Keys (1) Locknut...
  • 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 ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. tractor from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER CHECKTIRE PRESSURE PLATE WAS PREATTACHEDTOYOUR MOWER.THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. for shipping purposes.
  • Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION @ aZ---@ @ ® ENGINE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING...
  • Page 10 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. IGNITION ATTACHMENT SWITCH LIGHT CLUTCH LEVER...
  • Page 11 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 12 OPERATION (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS "ENGAGED" POSITION Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly _,,t ATTACHMENT 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 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE (See Fig. 5) TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it wilt take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UPGRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN formance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the AFTER EACH USE. Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___y P ILL IN BATES B EOU BV,CE V,CEO A TES AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_3 Lubrication Char[ Check Battery Level Clean Battery...
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL "ASSEMBLY BLADE CENTER Always observe safety rules when performing any main- HOLE tenance. BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER-_. 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 LOCK WASHER j% section of this manual).
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE OIL DRAIN VALVE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. •...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16) AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other Replace pre-cteaner after every 25 hours of operation or oil change if the tractor is used more than t00 hours in every season.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MENTS: ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same or driveway.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated (See Fig. 23) above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. maintenance is necessary.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT PULLEY If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) CLUTCHING when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. STATIONARY FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER IDLER...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START SEAT PAN OTHER VEHICLES. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - •...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS GOVERNOR GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER CONTROL PLATE FIG. 31 ENGINE HOLES "A" CLAMP THROTTLE ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE SCREW CABLE (See Fig. 32) FIG. 32 The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment TO ADJUST CARBURETOR...
  • Page 25 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 PREVENTGUM 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 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.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Faulty operator-safety presencecontrol system. 1, Check wiring, switches and connections, If not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department, engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 28 NOTES...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 SCHEMATIC RE0 OII1 °LACK BATTERY FUSE STARTER BLACK WHITE (_M_)AMMETER SOLENOID • CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH Wa_T I(NOT OCCUPIED)I WHITE 8LACK 8LACK _'_NT CLUTCH SLACK (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING CONNECTOR...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _259 J 258 _142 7145 142 3 2o_ _ chassis elite sv pro 4...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X012 Dash 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Uncx 1 174996 Panel Asm.
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) 175410 Engine Pulley Bolt Hex (Order parts from transaxle manu- 71170764 facturer) 10040700 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 154778...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 STEERING ASSEMBLY I _39 >_"'-----42 15 15_...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 180656 Wheel Steering 184706 Axle Asm Front 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 SEAT ASSEMBLY -.03\ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140551 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt 134300...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156369 176305 Decal Fender Decal Instruction Operat 173589 Decal Reflector LH English/French 172743 160396 Decal V-belt Schematic 42" Decal Ins Strg Wh 186163 Decal Hood Rh 173587...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.l cyl 46 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170551 123487X Control Throt/Ch Flag Clamp Hose Blk 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20xl/2 137040 Line Fuel 20"...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 MOWER LIFT 13 _ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159461 Plunger Asm. 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc 159476 Shaft Asm Lift 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Uric 178981 Pin Groove 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 12000002...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 MOWER DECK _._132 ,147 102 "/_ _116 118 _ 114_ _112 10.---_ _117...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 279370, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 57 06-80 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Bracket Noserolter LH Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 180532 72140506 Bolt 132264 Roller Nose 138017 Bracket Noserolter RH Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 180533 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42"...
  • Page 44 NOTES...
  • Page 45 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.
  • Page 46 WARRANTY Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 LIMITED WARRANTIES NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company ("Tecumseh"), subject to the limitations contained below, will,at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (which as used herein means and includes the transaxle, gear box, transmission, differential and right angle drives, and any part of the Power Train...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ",4 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and , slopes greater...
  • Page 48 PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and 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...