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Poulan Pro PXT15538 Operator's Manual

Poulan Pro PXT15538 Operator's Manual

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iMPORTANT MANUAL
DO NOT THROW AWAY
50OO
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
EL:
PXT 15538
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
424368 10.21.08 AP
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PXT 15538 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 424368 10.21.08 AP Printed in the U.S.A.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers DANGER: 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. Slow down before turning. WARNING: in orderto prevent accidental Never leave a running machine unattended.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to if fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing ira= the presence of children. Children are often attracted mediately. to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume Never overfill fueltank.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API: SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel -- ... Steering /" Extension (1) Large Flat Washer k..Shaft -" Steering Steering Wheel ,_ _ .I / Boot (1) Lock Washer Adapter Seat (1) Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Seat (1) Bolt 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 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important • Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer for best cutting performance.
  • Page 8 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I",1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ® ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON OPERATION...
  • Page 9 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. ATTACHMENT iGNiTiON CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSiTiON...
  • Page 10 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 11 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged (ROS).
  • Page 12 OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) • Fill fuel tank to bottom offiller neck. Do not overfill. Use • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke (1\1)position until the engine runs fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum roughly, then move throttle control to fast position.
  • Page 13 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS System. _ A Check for Loose Fasteners C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level and Terminals R Clean...
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu= CAUTION: Use onlya replacement blade ap= speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved...
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE V=BELTS • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise CheckV-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and until the pin is in the locked position as shown. replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace •...
  • Page 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. •...
  • Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 15 and 16) BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance '_' on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"...
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BE LT(See Fig. 20) GEARSHIFT NEUTRAL LOCK Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. GATE For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - •...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, use the TERMINAL following procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 POSITIVE VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO NEGATIVE (RED) START OTHER VEHICLES.
  • Page 20 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 PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...
  • Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 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. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Excessive Bent blade mandrel. Replace blade mandrel. vibration Loose/damaged part(s). Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. Faulty operator-safety presence control Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues...
  • Page 23 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 ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater...
  • Page 24 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.