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Poulan Pro XT PXT12530 Operator's Manual

Poulan Pro XT PXT12530 Operator's Manual

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iMPORTANT MANUAL
DO NOT THROW AWAY
®
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
EL:
PXT12530
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
429078
o_.o8.o_ AP
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PXT12530 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 429078 o_.o8.o_ AP Printed in the U.S.A.

  • Page 2: General Operation

    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 •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the machine and the mowing activity.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. And Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you can not easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (API: SF-SJ): SAE 30 (Above 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering Extension Steering Wheel Shaft Adapter Steering Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob (1) Seat Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s)

  • Page 6: Tools Required For Assembly

    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 knob. The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing for best cutting performance.

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LiFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

  • Page 9: Know Your Tractor

    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. 03104 Fig. 4 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • 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: Reverse Operation

    OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 8) (See Fig. 11) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System gearshift lever (J). (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"...

  • Page 12: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Disengage attachment clutch control. CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. without either the entire grass catcher, on CAUTION: Do not operate mower...

  • Page 13: To Start Engine

    OPERATION MOWING TIPS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move performance.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery...

  • Page 15: Blade Care

    MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. bent or damaged blade. 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-...
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased Your tractor has a battery charging system which issufficient oil consumption when used above 32°R Check your engine for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 17) IN=LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, heating and engine damage.

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • 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 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 30) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 31) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly in neutral (lock gate) position.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 34) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 35) WARNING: Do not short battery termi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward object to contact both terminals at the engine and lift off of tractor.
  • Page 24 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 ISIMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTSSUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK where fumes may reach an open flame DURING STORAGE.
  • Page 25 TROU OOTI G POI 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.
  • Page 26 BLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty operator-safety presence control Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues corrected, contact an authorized service center/ system. to run when oper= department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 27 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...

  • Page 28: Limited 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, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.

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