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Poulan Pro PBGT26H54 Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PBGT26H54
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result
in serious injury.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
402464
Rev. 2 03.t6.06
TR/VB
Printedin U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PBGT26H54 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 402464 Rev.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATING HANDSAND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCOULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II1. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never operate machine in a closed area. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

  • Page 4: Assembly

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) Large Retainer (1) 3/40.D. Washers Springs- 7/16 (t) Wheel (1) 1-1/40.D. Washer © (2) Smaller Retainer (t) Locknut Springs - 5/16 (1) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Rear Lift Link...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (t) 3/4" wrench (t) Utility knife (t) 9/16"...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL MOWER (See Fig. 3) Using shoulder bolt, washer and Iocknut from parts bag, assemble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. FIG. 5 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- FIG. 3 ing forward before sliding mower under tractor.

  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A)TO Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- ward. CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of spring.

  • Page 9: Operation

    ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFAC TION 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 10: Operation

    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 SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

  • Page 11: Operation

    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. 02990 FIG. 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

  • Page 12: Operation

    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 13: Operation

    OPERATION The average lawn should be cut to approximately 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: Operation

    OPERATION To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal. Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set- ting. Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 13 and 21) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position.

  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL per minute. If the engine does not start after several The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and...

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en- gine is running, move throttle control to slow position. Disengage parking brake Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position, hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal.

  • Page 17: Operation

    MAINTENANCE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY MAINTENANCE BEFORE BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C ChecklReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery...

  • Page 18: Assembly

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION blade approved by the manufacturer of If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest your tractor.

  • Page 19: Operation

    MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush Determine temperature range expected before oil change. until bright. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

  • Page 20: Operation

    MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other CLAMP oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. MUFFLER FUEL FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester FIG.

  • Page 21: Assembly

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MENTS: ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 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 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Go to side of mower you wish to adjust. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 and 31) With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn lift link adjust- IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. ment nut (A) to the left to lower the mower, or, to the To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should right to raise the mower.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32) speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park tractor on a level surface.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WASHERS RETAINING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY(REARA_ WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 34 TO START ENGINE WITHAWEAK BATTERY See Fig. 35) erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

  • Page 25: Assembly

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 36) (See Fig. 37) AWARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at Raise hood. the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal Unsnap headlight wire connector.
  • Page 26 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE 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 FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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. Weak or dead battery.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Engine dies when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to Faulty operator-safety presence control...

  • Page 30: Warranty

    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,...
  • Page 31 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 than 15 degrees.
  • Page 32 PARTS AND SERVICE This 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 Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For replacement parts, have available the following information: Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D.

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