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Poulan Pro PDB1842STA Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
13_993-poulan_ro
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PDB 1842 STA
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Owner s Manual and follow all Warn-
hags and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
ALWAYS WEAR
EYE PROTECTION
DURING
OPERATION
187733
04.10.03 TR
Printed in U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 13_993-poulan_ro OWNER'S MANUAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Owner s Manual and follow all Warn- hags and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PDB 1842 STA LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT; THIS CUTI-ING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWINGSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULTIN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, •...

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES & SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS & Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop WARNING: In order to prevent acci- machine if anyone enters the area. dental starting when setting up, trans- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades porting, adjusting or making repairs, off.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GasolineCapacity 2.0 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Uunleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel Steering (1) Washer Wheel Insert 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Steering Gauge Wheel Extension Shaft e (4) Adjusting , { Bar Sleeve (4) Wheels (4) Clevis Pins ® (4) Retainer Springs Steering Adapter (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

  • Page 6: 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 • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. • Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See eration section for location and function controls) &(_WARNING: Befora starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER CHECKTIRE PRESSURE PLATEWAS PREATTACHEDTOYOU R MOWER.TH E MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE US ED 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

    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 ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED...
  • Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOU R 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...
  • 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 • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches "ENGAGED" POSITION in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut , ATTACHMENT relatively high; the second to desired height. LIFT LEVER • HIGH POSITION (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 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 The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN formance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the AFTER EACH USE. Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

  • Page 15: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE A SYOUCOMPLETE FiLL IN DATES REGO,AR SERV,CE DATES i_Ir Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners li/s Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. BLADE CENTER HOLE 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"...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 13 and 14) maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps Determine temperature range expected before oil change. or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in every season.

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MENTS: WARNING: 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"...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground an equal number of turns. The two front links must or driveway.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEYS (See Fig, 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'I-rERY wheel. (See Fig. 27) Position the gear shift lever in the neutral (N) position. & • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with he× bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal. _EcGTH(_W HOOD • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter- minal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

  • Page 24: Storage

    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 IM PORTANTTO PREVENT GUM 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 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. Will not start 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Checkwiring,switchesand connections.If not Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. corrected, c ontactan authorizedservicecenter/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA SCHEMATIC CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC @ 3690 RPM 9 AMP OC li 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED) REGULATOR BROWN NON-REMOVABLE HEADLIGHTS CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS IGNITION SWITCH PosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE" WIRING INSULATED CLIPS...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ELECTRICAL 33.--_...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176137 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 "red...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis_elite sv_oro_2...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA 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 Unc x 1 174996 Panel Asm. Dash Lh...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA DRIVE drive-fender_49...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) 175410 Engine Pulley (Order parts from transaxle manu- 173937 Bolt Hex facturer) 10040700 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA STEERING ASSEMBLY r'_--,.-_ 37-_-..__ ! 51_54 steedng_pl.lt 29...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA 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...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl 48...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170551 Control Throt/Ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine 8&S Model 31M777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 137352 Muffler Exhaust 165291 Gasket 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_it.knob_l PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA DECALS --13 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156369 Decal Instruction Operat 176305 Decal Fender English/French 173589 Decal Reflector LH 172743 Decal Ins Strg Wh 160396 Decal V-belt Schematic 42" 186163 Decal Hood Rh...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER LIFT 25 24 31 _ lift-rh.1pc.stft_12...

  • Page 41: Repair Parts-Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 184432 Plunger Asm. 159476 Shaft Asm Lift 178981 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 175830 Grip Handle 139865 Link Lift Lh...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER DECK 153 \_ 103 105 _150 ._r_5 > 21 139 *_' 42_deck manot-path_4.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PDB1842STA MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 182032X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 144959 V-Belt, 42" Mower 72140506 Bolt 180532 Bracket Noseroller LH 138017 Roller Nose Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 132264 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42"...
  • Page 44 NOTES...
  • Page 45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrantsto the originalconsumerpurchaser that this productas manufactured is free from defectsin materi- als and workmanship.Fora periodof two (2) years from dateof purchaseby the originalconsumerpurchaser,we willrepair or replace, at our option,withoutchargefor parts or labor incurred in replacingparts,any part whichwe find to be defectivedue to materialsor workmanship.
  • Page 46 • 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...

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