Poulan pro lawn tractor operator's manual (48 pages)
Summary of Contents for Poulan Pro PB19546LT
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MODEL: 96042003501 Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. PB19546LT LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 413438 Rev 2 02.07.08 TH...
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/...
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.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 2 and 3) CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 4) • Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard • Lift seat pan to raised position. packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. •...
ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- ✓CHECKLIST er a tion section for location and func tion of BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE con trols) WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- • Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com- FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY plet ed.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION LOCKED...
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. ROS "ON"...
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
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OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with (ROS).
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL lift control. The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per for mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming.
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 Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
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MAINTENANCE BATTERY TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11) Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery you do, be sure the blade is balanced. with an automotive charger will extend its life.
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES LUBRICATION SAE 30 Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service 5W-30 classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased FIG.
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, re place ment is re quired.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring (J).
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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.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION BELT DRIVE To Replace Mower Drive Belt (See Fig. 24) (See Fig. 25) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. brake.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL- ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 26) WASH ERS RE TAIN ING The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift RING lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, AXLE proceed as follows: COVER...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE FUSE REPLACING BATTERY ( See Figs. 29 and 30 Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The WARNING: Do not short battery fuse holder is located behind the dash. ter mi nals by allowing a wrench or any TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY other object to contact both terminals at the same time.
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 IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
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. Dirty air filter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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 run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546LT (96042003501), PRODUCT NO. 960 42 00-35 SCHEMATIC 02836_193374 / 390 BATTERY STARTER FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE CLUTCH / BRAKE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (PEDAL UP) (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK...
In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer. Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact: In Canada contact: Poulan Pro Poulan Pro Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept.