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Poulan 175682 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. 45 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE OIL TYPE API SF SJ OIL CAPACITY SPARK PLUG GAP 040 GROUND SPEED MPH TIRE PRESSURE CHARGING BATTERY BLADE BOLT TORQUE 2 00 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 above 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F W FILTER 4 0 PINTS W O FILTER 3 75 PINTS CHAMPION RC12YC FORWARD 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th REVERSE FRONT 14 PSI REAR 10 PSI 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS AMP HR 30 MIN CCA 240 CASE SIZE U1R 27 35 FT LBS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of anewtractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department We have competent well trained tech nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Followaregular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Customer Responsibili ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on
2. 16 174493 18 72140505 19 132827 20 159770 21 73680500 22 134753 421 23 131267 421 24 105304 25 123713X 26 110452 27 130968 428 28 19111016 29 131491 30 157722 31 129963 32 173436 33 137266 34 172110614 35 133835 36 173438 37 19131316 40 73680600 44 140088 45 4497 46 137729 48 133944 49 174284 50 131340 51 69180 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155046 421 56 122052 59 173442 67 171598 DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly 42 Bolt Bracket Asm Fr Sway Bar 3 42 Bracket Asm Deck 42 Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm Suspension Rear Bolt 3 8 24 x 25 Grade 8 patched Washer Lock Washer Hardened Blade Mulching 42 Blade Mower 42 Hi Lift Shaft Assembly Mandrel Vented Housing Mandrel Vented Bearing Ball Mandrel Stripper Mower Deck Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shoulder Baffle Vortex Nut Stiffener Bracket Bracket Deflector Mower 42 Cap Sleeve 80 x 112 Blk Mower Spring Torsion Deflector 2 52 Nut Push Phos amp Oil Shield Deflector 42 Blk Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge Rod Hinge 42 6 75 W G Screw Thdrol Washer Head Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Toplock 9 16 Bolt Fastener Christmas Tree Pulley Idler Flat Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Gauge Nut Guard Mandrel LH Retainer Screw Thdrol 1 4 20 x 5 8 T Washer Hardened Roller Assembly Cam Follower Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 Locknut Bolt
3. CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL DRIVE POSITION HEIGHT GEAR SHIFT SCH LEVER ENOE IMENT PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGED POSITION FIG 6 STOPPING See Fig 6 MOWER BLADES Tostop mower blades move attachment clutch lever to DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position Move gear shift lever to neutral position ENGINE Move throttle control to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engineto idle before stopping may cause engineto backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions whentractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas 11 safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leav TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 6 Always operate engine at full throttle e Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best baggi
4. Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact an authorized service center department Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Replace blade mandrel Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge a Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge Engine backfires when turning engine OFF 1 POD ONDORONW CAUSE Faulty operator safety presence contr
5. KNOB NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section page 10 for location and function of controls e Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal Place gearshift lever in neutral N position e Roll tractor forward off skid e Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section page 10 for location and func tion of controls A WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed e Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline e Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral position Pressliftlever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Startthe engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Move gearshift lever to 1st gear e Slowly release clutch brake pedal
6. When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suitthe terrain and give best performance ofthe attachment being used FIG 8 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT FOR BEST PERFORMANCE KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT UP GRASS AND TRASH CLEAN AFTER EACH USE The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and notbe noticed Also the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades e Avoid cutting your lawn when itis wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun e Forbestresults adjustthe mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades See Fig 9 For extremely heavy mulching reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly e Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings When doing a second cut mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow north to south one week then change to eastto west the next wee
7. all requestsfor parts and service should bedirected to your local dealer 5 The philosophy of Electrolux Home Products is to continually improve all of its products If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your product differsfromthosedescribed inthisManual pleasecontact your local dealer for updated information and assistance
8. replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE e Check engine oil level e Checkbrake operation e Check tire pressure e Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation e Check for loose fasteners 14 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 5 f equipped with adjustable system 6 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 7 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft Ibs maximum Do not overtighten LUBRICATION CHART SPINDLE SPINDLE ZERK ZERK FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ENGINE GEARSHIFT PIVOTS SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte nance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted S
9. wrenches 1 9 16 wrench Pliers When right or left hand mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON DOR CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton e Cut from top to bottom along lines on all four corners of carton and lay panels flat e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels ofthe tractor so they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Positionsteering wheelsocross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer 3 8 lock washer 3 8 hex bolt and tighten securely Snapsteering wheelinsertinto center of steering wheel Removeprotective materials from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID Utility knife Tire pressure gauge IN
10. 11050600 17 17490624 23 169837 25 145996 26 73920600 29 137180 31 174642 32 140527 33 123487X 37 137040 38 148315 40 124028X 44 17670412 45 17000612 46 19091416 62 10040500 72 71070512 81 73510400 DESCRIPTION Control Throttle Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 5 8 Engine Briggs Model 407777 Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer Muffler Asm Twin Lo Tone Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 Shield Browing B amp S Intek Muffler Gasket Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext tooth 3 8 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Shield Browning Debris Guard Control Choke Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF Arrester Spark Tank Fue Cap Gauge Fuel Clamp Hose Blk Line Fuel Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Ny Blk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hcl Spr 5 16 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER DECK 68 156 L40 E 155 5 37 36 Vl 9 40 CIE REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER DECK KEY PART NO 1 165892421 2 72140506 3 138017 4 165460 421 5 4939 6 130832 8 850857 9 10030600 10 140296 11 134149 138498 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485
11. 7 16 20 Clip Steering NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13 32 1 10 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push In 6 73800600 Nut Hex w Ins 3 8 16 Unc 7 124181X Spring Seat Coren 2 250 Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 X 1 5 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 10 174894 Pan Seat 11 166369 Knob Seat emm N SA 23 A KEY NO 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 24 25 iue m PART NO 121246X 121248X 72050412 134300 121250X 123976X 171852 73800500 19171912 127018X DESCRIPTION Bracket Mounting Switch Bushing Snap 50 Id Bolt Sqnk 1 4 20 1 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 88 Spring Cprsn Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc Nut Hex Lock W Ins 5 16 18 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 X 62 NOTE component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC DECALS 16 KEY PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 156369 Decal Oper 2 176305 Decal Fender Side 3 176308 Decal Hood LH 4 176309 Decal Side Panel Logo 5 174410 Decal HP Engine 8 170563 Decal Warning Mult Language 9 172740 Decal Fender Logo 10 157140 Deca
12. beltis all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions IDLER PULLEYS 4 PULLEYS FIG 20 TO ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 21 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be adjusted e Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake e Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod e fdistance is other than 1 1 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A Roadtest tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center department WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED NUT OPERATING ARM TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 22 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest e Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove upwards
13. from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep ers e Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley Install new belt by reversing above procedure ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG 22 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT See Fig 23 Thetransaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever isin neutral N lock gate position The adjustmentis preset atthe factory however if adjustmentis needed proceed as follows sure transaxle is in neutral NOTE When the tractor rear wheels move freely the transaxle is in neutral e Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel Position the gear shift lever in the neutral N position e Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE If additional clearance is needed to getto adjustment bolt move mower deck height to the lowest position NEUTRAL GEARSHIFT LEVER LOCK GATE SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The frontwheel toe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest authorized service center departme
14. fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging e Tohelp prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be discon nected and battery cleaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS inthe Customer Respon sibilities section of this manual After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals f battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces 24 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORT
15. key clockwise to START position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts push choke control wait afew minutes and try again If engine still does not start pull the choke control out and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly If the engine starts to run roughly pullthe choke control out slightly for a few seconds andthen continue to push the control in slowly The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load until the choke control is fully in If the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature The attachments can be used during the engine warm up periodand may requirethe choke control be pulled out slightly NOTE If at a hig
16. or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass cov ered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearestauthorizedservice center department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similarlaws Federal laws apply on federal lands UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE Steering Wheel Steering Extension Shaft 7 Steering Wheel Insert C 3 8 16 x 1 1 Lock washer 3 8 5 NA 1 Locknut 1 Large Flat 5 16 18 Washer Steering Wheel 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Adapter 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob amp 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet 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 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 2 1 2
17. or plugged cooling fins and or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating AIR FILTER See Fig 13 Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam pre cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions e Remove knobs and cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER e Wash itin liquid detergent and water e Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Saturateitinengine oil Wrap itin clean absorbentcloth and squeeze to remove excess oil fvery dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE e Cleancartridge by tapping gently on flatsurface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge e Reinstall precleaner cartridge cover and secure with knobs IMPORTANT PETROLEUM SOLVENTS SUCH AS KEROSENE ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE CARTRIDGE PRE CLEANER ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change ifthe tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plu
18. the tractor CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications ofthe manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only the low est possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor WARNING A Engine exhaust some of its constituents and cer tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm A WARNING A Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES cnet eo iac 2 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 14 17 ASSEMBLY 6 8 OPERATION 9 13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 18 23 STORE geess 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 26 REPAIR PARTS 28 43 WARRANTY
19. wire where it cannot come in contact with plug e Turn ignition key OFF and remove key TRACTOR IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH TO REMOVE MOWER See Fig 15 SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME Mower willbe easier to remove from the right side of tractor Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position e Move attachmentliftlever forward to lower mower to its TO INSTALL MOWER SeeFig 15 lowest position Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Roll belt off engine pulley Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right e Remove small retainer spring and lift clutch spring off side of tractor pulley bolt e Lower lift lever to its lowest position e Remove large retainer spring slide collar off and push e Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by re moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor 5 SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI SWAY BAR 256 h 5 IN RETAINER SPRINGS COLLAR Cc BOTH SIDES HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING B
20. 2 Washer Flat 3 8 Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention LVR CLTCH CAB Spacer Clutch Cable Rod Clutch Cable 3 8 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 5 8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3 8 16 UNC x 1 3 4 Mandrel Assembly Includes Key Numbers 8 10 13 15 31 and 33 Mower Deck Complete Standard Deck Order separately mulcher plate and gauge wheel components Key Nos 101 106 and 111 121 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER LIFT 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO NO 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 170770 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939 15 173288 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73800800 19 139868 20 163552 23 110807X 24 19131016 25 2876 26 169484 27 126971X 28 73350600 29 138057 30 150233 31 169865 32 173540600 36 155097 37 123935 38 17060516 40 19112410 4 155098 49 145212 50 110452 DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner Sprg W plunger LT Shaft Asm Lift RH w Inf Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc E Ring 5133 62 Washer 21 32 X 1 X 21 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id Grip Handle Button Plunger Yellow Link Lift LH Fixed Length Link Lift RH Fixed Length Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion BIk Zinc Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Nut Special Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga Spring 2 1 8 Reta
21. 82 19171216 166231 150360 169372 428 4497 19091210 127285 72140608 73900600 74490540 175456 19133210 166002 165589 165494 72140406 73680400 74780416 19091010 165623 166880 165492 165580 173898 169613 169593 72110612 145212 DESCRIPTION Cover Pedal Round Engine Pulley LT YT Bolt Hex Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7 16 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof Screw Hex wsh HiLo 1 4 x 1 2 unc Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Spacer Axle Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga E ring 5133 75 Key Square 2 0 X 1845 1865 Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16 Ga Key Woodruff 9 3 16 x 3 4 Arm Shift Shaft Asm Cross Tapered PMST 20 Spring Torsion T a Washer 17 32 X 3 4 X 16 Ga Link Transaxle PMST 20 Zinc Nut Lock Center 1 4 28 FNTHD Console Shift STLT Retainer Spring 1 Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 10 Ga Strap Torque LT Bolt Sq Neck 3 8 16 x 1 Nut Lock Flg 3 8 16 Bolt Hex Flghd 5 16 18 Gr 5 Spacer Retainer Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 Washer Srrted 5 1610 x 1 125 Bracket Shift Mount Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20 x 3 4 Gr Nut Crownlock 1 4 20 Unc Bolt Hex Fin 1 4 20 Unc x 1 Gr 5 Washer 5 8 x 281 x 10 Ga Bracket Pivot Lever Screw 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 561 Plate Fastening Keeper Belt Transaxle Pmst Dana Nyliner Snap In Washer Nyliner Bolt Carr Sh 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Gr 5 Nut Hex Flg Lock NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL N
22. 9691 61 17060612 DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless 206 545C Order parts from transaxle manufacturer Spring Return Brake T a Zinc Pulley Transaxle 18 tires Ring Retainer 5100 62 Strap Torque 30 Degrees Screw 5 16 18 X 3 4 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Lt Pin Cotter 1 8 X 1 Cad Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole Bolt 1 4 28 Unf Gr 8 W Patch Washer Lock Hvy Helical Nut Lock Hex w ins 5 16 18 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Nut Lock 3 8 16 Unc Knob Rod Brake Zinc 26 840 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 16 Ga Pin Cotter 1 8 X 3 4 Cad Rod Brake Parking LT YT Cap Brake Parking Bracket Mtg Transaxle Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18unc X 3 4 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id Washer 21 32 1 16 Ga Pin Roll 3 16 X 1 Pulley Composite Flat Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc X 2 3 4 Spacer Split Keeper Belt Flat Idler Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic Bellcrank Asm Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Hex Hd 3 8 16unc X 1 1 2 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 Unc Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 Unc Link Clutch Spring Return Clutch 6 75 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 Ground Drive 95 25 Keeper Belt Span Ctr Screw 3 8 16x 75 33 KEY NO 62 150 151 156 158 159 161 162 163 164 165 166 168 169 170 197 198 202 212 PART NO 8883R 175410 71170764 10040700 154778 142432 134683 137057 121749 12000001 123583 121748 2228 145090 165592 1237
23. ANT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual CYLINDER S Remove spark plug s Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s e Tumignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil Replace with new spark plug s OTHER Don
24. GINES BLUE LINE ae 9 CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN 3600 RPM A e 1 3600 RPM CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED 28 FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID RED O IF SO EQUIPPED ORANGE 0 Sooo DIODE IGNITION SWITCH circu MAKE YOUR TRACTOR 15 EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS T W ETC 14 VOLTS MIN 3600 RPM LIGHTS OFF HEADLIGHTS A NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST WIRING INSULATED CLIPS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING 27 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 185425 REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SN SS REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO 1 163465 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 21 166181 22 4152 24 4799 25 146147 26 175158 27 173510400 28 4207 29 121305 30 175566 33 140401 40 170217 41 71110408 42 131563 43 175141 45 121433X 52 141940 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20
25. IFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the lever when changing its position engine ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower the LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks Clutch Brake Pedal into battery the brake position GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor 10 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can resultin severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating WEAR YOUR your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 6 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running any attemptby the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine e Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold e Place parking brake lever in ENGAGED position and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED POSITION PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION
26. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away Poulan PRO OWNER S MANUAL WARNING MODEL Read the Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious PR18542STC injury LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 175682 01 08 01 RH Printed in U S A SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS IMPORTANT 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 DONOT 1 GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting e Onlyallowresponsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade e Besurethe areais clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Nevercarry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Beawareofthe mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place e Slowdown before turning Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before di
27. IVE BLACK CABLE POSITIVE RED CABLE FIG 27 39 REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood e Pullbulb holder out of the hole inthe backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill e Closehood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting e Checkwiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug infuse Thefuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 556 Fig 28 Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector e Standin front oftractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor Toreplace reverse above procedure HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE See Fig 29 The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows With engine not running move throttle control lever to fast position e Checkthatswivelis againststop If itis not loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop Tighten cable clamp screw securely TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 30 The choke control has been pre
28. ND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause youto lose control of your tractor BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil e Check engine oil with tractor on level ground e Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Tochange engine oil see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual ADD GASOLINE fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gaso line with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING WARNING E
29. RACKET FIG 15 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Iftires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 16 and 17 Raise mower to its highest position e Atthe midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only e To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements after adjusting BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND GROUND LINE FIG 16 SUSPENSION ARM LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG 17 FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 18 and 19 IMPORTANT DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT 15 NECESSARY BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS epee SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO To obtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 t
30. SERT 3 8 HEX BOLT 3 8 LOCK WASHER LARGE FLAT aS WASHER STEERING WHEEL STEERING BOOT EXTENSION SHAFT 5 16 HEX STEERING FIG 1 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHEGE BATTERY See Fig 2 Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door e this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual for charging instructions ASSEMBLY FIG 2 INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing Remove the cardboard packing and discard Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until acomfortable position is reached which allows youto press clutch brake pedal all the way down Get off seat without moving its adjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely SHOULDER ADJUSTMENT
31. Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC Arm Assembly Pad Brake Washer Hardened Arm Idler Spacer Retainer Guard TUV Idler Knob 41 KEY PART NO NO 68 144959 90 74760616 91 132274 92 73800600 93 19171416 94 132264 95 132273 101 136420 102 171081010 103 19061216 104 10071000 105 160793 106 2029 111 155197 421 112 155198 421 113 17060514 114 73510500 115 72110504 116 4898 117 165746 118 73930600 119 19121414 121 173986 142 165890 421 143 157109 421 144 173441 145 173437 146 173443 147 131335 148 169022 149 165898 150 19091216 151 169670 152 169676 153 169674 154 169675 155 169671 156 169672 157 169669 158 17720410 159 72140614 130794 zi 172559 DESCRIPTION V Belt 42 Mower Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc x 1 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 UNC Washer 17 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Roller Nose Bracket Asm Noseroller RH Mulcher Cover Screw Pan Hd Phillip 10 24 x 5 8 Washer Flat Washer Lock Latch Assembly Nut Weld Bracket Gauge Wheel LH Bracket Gauge Wheel RH Screw 5 16 18 Nut Keps 5 16 18 UNC Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 1 2 Bolt Shoulder Wheel Gauge Nut Centerlock 3 8 16 Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga Bracket Extruded Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42 Keeper Belt 42 Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch Cable 4
32. T REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR ATTACHMENT IGNITION SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 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 IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT ATTACHMENT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER POSITION AMMETER LIFT LEVER BLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL T GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING Lr ADJUSTMENT BRAKE LEVER KNO FIG 5 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute THROTTLE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjustthe mower engine speed cutting height CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting a cold engine ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for clutching and braking mower blades or other attachments mounted to yourtractor the tractor and starting the engine L
33. TOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the deflector shield in place ENGAGED POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DISENGAGED POSITION DEFLECTOR SHIELD TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Donotdriveup or down hills A with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope e Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills df slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position e f stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake e Move gearshift lever to 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT Raise attachmentliftto highest position with attachment lift control e When pushing or towing your tractor be sure gearshift lever is in neutral N position Do not push or tow tractor at more than five 5 MPH NOTE Toprotect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS A
34. UMBER PR18542STC STEERING ASSEMBLY 2 AP 252022555558 1 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO 1 159944 428 2 172393 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748 8 12000029 10 175121 11 10040600 13 136518 15 145212 17 177876 29 17060612 32 171888 33 19111216 34 10040500 35 73540500 36 155099 37 152927 38 159946 428 39 19132411 40 7810H 41 159945 42 145054 428 43 121749 44 153720 46 121232 51 73800500 54 74780520 63 74780616 65 160367 67 172140618 68 169827 71 175146 82 169835 87 173966 88 175118 91 175553 DESCRIPTION Wheel Steering Axle Asm Cast Spindle Asm LH Spindle Asm RH Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16 Ga Ring Klip t5304 75 Link Drag Washer Lock Hcl Spr 3 8 Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut Hex Flange Lock Shaft Asm Strg Screw 3 8 16x 75 Rod Tie Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hcl Spr 5 16 Crownlock Nut 5 16 24 Bushing Strg Screw Insert Cap Strg Wh Au Washer 13 32 X 2 3 8 X 12 Ga Lock nut Adaptor Wheel Strg Boot Steering Dash Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga Extension Steering Shaft LR LT Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk Nut Lock Hex w Ins 5 16 18 Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 Unc x 1 1 4 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc x 1 Gr 5 Brace Axle Bolt Rdhd Sq 3 8 16 Unc x 2 1 4 Axle Brace Steering Asm Bracket Susp Chassis Front Washer Flat 781 x 1 1 2 x 14 Bolt Shoulder
35. WING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped WHILE LEARNING HOW TOUSE YOUR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS 4 Engine oil is at proper level V Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and SS 2 55 5 function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning d amp CAUTION OR FORWARD REVERSE FAST WARNING SLOW ENGINE ON OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT g M Ang O c M MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED ATTACHMEN
36. and slowly drive tractor off skid Apply braketo stoptractor set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that follow ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES THE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MOWER THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING TO USE YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE MOWER See Fig 4 TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING Remove high performance blades and install mulcher blades see BLADE REMOVAL in the CUSTOMER RESPONSABILITY section of this manual TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE See Fig 4 NOTE If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install the mulcher plate e Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place as shown Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck CAUTION Do notremove deflector shield from mower Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation DEFLECTOR MULCHER FIG 4 TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING NOTE The mulcher b
37. approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engineto cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subjectto wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check compo nents and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required SAFETY RULES A Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers Besuretheareais clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Nevercarry passengers orchildren even with the blades off Do not mow in reverse unles
38. cts Battery Warranty On products equipped with a Battery we will replace without charge to you any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Battery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and main tained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 6 Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts blades blade adapters normal wear normal adjustments standard hardware and normal maintenance 7 Inthe event you have 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 Electrolux Home Products In Canada contact a division of WC Outdoor Products Inc Electrolux Home Products Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept a division of Outdoor Products Inc 250 Bobb
39. d battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel OO 24 03 01 Bom Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment 1 Worn bent or loose blade 2 Bent blade mandrel 3 Loose damaged part s 25 Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower 10 0 01 45 00 19 23 Bom Cox ck CORRECTION Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Depress clutch brake pedal
40. ee TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES e Maintain proper air pressure See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are work ing properly If your tractor does not function as described repair the problem immediately engine should not start unless the clutch brake pedalis fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position e Whentheengineis running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine e Whentheengineis running andthe attachmentclutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine Theattachmentclutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE Forbestresults mower blades mustbe kept sharp Replace bentor damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 10 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades e Remove hex bolt l
41. gs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual 17 IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 14 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacementis required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline FIG 14 CLEANING e Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS e Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place gearshift lever in neutral N position Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place
42. h altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Thelefthandside of mower shouldbe used for trimming Drive sothatclippings are discharged onto the areathat has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting e Whenmowinglarge areas start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 8 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower andleave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis charge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting perfor mance as well as the quality of cut desired
43. iner Clip Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7 49 Wrk Lg Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc Knob Inf 3 8 16 Unc Blk W sym Trunnion Infin Height Bearing Pvt Lift Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 Pointer Height Indicator Plug Hole BIk 1 485 1 515 Dia Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 Washer 11 32 x 1 1 2 10 Ga Indicator Height STLT Nut Hex Flange Lock Nut PUsh Phos amp NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 43 NOTES 44 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials 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 This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions 1 This warranty does not apply to the engine other than EHP manufactured transaxle transmission components battery except as noted below or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Produ
44. k This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Joor Adjust Blade Belt s Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt s Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions If equipped with oil filter change oil every 50 hours Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season e Onceayear you should replace the spark plug clean or
45. l Fender Danger E F 11 172743 Decal Ins Strg Whl WHEELS AND TIRES 4 10 11 37 KEY PART NO 14 160396 16 176307 18 173587 19 173589 20 145005 133671 138311 xx 175682 175683 59192 65139 170455 59904 106732 421 278H 9040H 106108 421 170456 10 7152J 11 104757X428 144334 2 o DESCRIPTION Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Hood Rh Decal Fender Reflector RH Decal Fender Reflector LH Decal Bat Dan Psn Pad Footrest Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French DESCRIPTION Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F T 15 X 60 6 Service M Tube Front Service Item Only Rim Asm 6 front Service Fitting Grease Front Wheel Only Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only Rim Asm 8 rear Service Tire R T 20x10 8 C Service M Tube Rear Service Item Only Cap Axle 1 50 X 1 00 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC ENGINE iu 222 amp amp OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC ENGINE KEY PART NO NO 1 170771 2 17720410 MN 4 149723 5 160589 6 159955 8 171877 10 162797 13 165391 14 148456 16
46. lace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn switch ON Replace bulb s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Move throttle control to SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC SCHEMATIC RED BLACK 21 19 Cal ru FUSE i STARTER OPTIONAL peo dh e BLACK WHITE EGER 1 E 7M AC ne mo SOLENOID i CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP SEAT SWITCH IGNITION NOT OCCUPIED 5 SWITCH BLACK 77 gt BLACK 3 ATT MENT CLUTC GROUNDING HOUR stack CLUTCH OFF CONNECTOR merr O OPTIONAL SPARK PLUG pack IGNITION L 0 FLUG e FUEL UNIT Zei TWIN EN
47. lades will discharge and bag grass but for bestbagging and discharging install the high performance blades e Remove mulcher plate and mulcher blades and install high performance blades see BLADE REMOVAL in the CUSTOMER RESPONSABILITY section ofthis manual e Store mulcher blades and mulcher plate in a safe place Your moweris now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TOLEVELMOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC TOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLO
48. lt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 5 Washer 13 32 13 16 X 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 Unc Grille LT PL Lens LT PL Fender Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 Screw Thdrol 6 16 18 x 1 2 TYT Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Nut Lock W Ins 1 4 20 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bracjet Grukke Lh Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 Bracket Grille Rh Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 Duct Air Dash Lower STLT Keeper Belt Rear LH Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Plate Reinforcement STLT Rod Pivot Chassis Hood Cupholder Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Nut Hexflange Lock Insert Lens Reflect P L LT NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC DRIVE REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC DRIVE KEY PART NO NO snc 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17060512 8 165619 10 176020416 11 105701X 13 174550412 14 10040400 16 73800500 18 74780616 19 73800600 21 140845 22 130804 24 73350600 25 106888X 26 19131316 27 76020412 28 175765 29 71673 30 169592 32 74760512 34 175578 35 120183X 36 19211616 37 1572H 38 165936 39 174760648 40 175461 41 175556 42 19131312 47 127783 48 154407 49 123205 50 174760624 51 73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 17060616 57 130801 59 16
49. mance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 6B Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe ground when moweris atthe desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions ing the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc OPERATION e Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface e Adjust mower to desired cutting height See AD JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in the Operation section of this manual e With mower in desired height of cut position gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 washer and 3 8 16 locknutand tighten securely e Repeatforopposite side installing gauge wheelin same adjustment hole 3 8 16 LOCKNUT GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET 3 8 SHOULDER GAUGE FIG 6B TO OPERATE MOWER See Fig 7 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine e Select desired height of cut Lower mower with attachment lift control e Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control e TOS
50. nd chaff which can restrict cooling ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SJ Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 90 309 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils BW30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Fig 12 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SJ e Be sure tractor is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container e Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil e Removecapfrom bottom fitting of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting Unlockdrainval
51. ng and mower perfor mance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 6 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 6 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever Start tractor with clutch brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral N position e Move gear shift lever to desired position Slowly release clutch brake pedal to start movement IMPORTANT BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 6 The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust ment knob in desired direction knob clockwise X to raise cutting height Turn knob counterclockwise W to lower cutting height The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine notrunning These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed 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 perfor
52. nt TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 24 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Donot lose Repairtire and reassemble e Onrearwheels only align grooves in rearwheelhub and axle Insert square key e Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY FIG 24 21 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 25 CAUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the CUSTOMER RESPON SIBILITIES section of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES e Connecteach end ofthe RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each batter
53. o 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower isin its highest position Check adjustmenton right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjustments check that both front links are equal in length Both links should be approximately 10 3 8 dflinks are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link Tolowerfrontof mower loosen nut E on both frontlinks an equal number of turns e Whendistance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower atfrontthan rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links Toraisefrontof mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns e Whendistance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower atfrontthan rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links e Recheck side to side adjustment FIG 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See Fig 20 The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL e Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION Install new belt in reverse order of removal Make sure
54. ock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY e Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED MANDREL ASSEMBLY TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER 7 e oe HEX BOLT GRADE 8 A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD FIG 10 TO SHARPEN BLADE See Fig 11 NOTE We sharpening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower Tocheck blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with bal ancer NOTE Do notuseanail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and holdthe boltor pin parallel with the ground If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal p
55. oever to make any representations or promises on behalf of Tecumseh or to modify the terms or limitations of Tecumseh s warranty in any way 46 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL ae SIGHTING NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE HU Wi 2203 2 lt SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX wee Wes Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 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 be necessary during the life of your unit FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS Consult your dealer place of purchase Consult the yellow pages of your phone directory for the name of the nearest service dealer under saws for Chain Saws or under lawn mowers for Trimmers Brushcutters and Blowers For replacement parts have available the following information a Model Number Manufacturer sI D Number b Description of part NOTE Electrolux Home Products provides parts and servicethrough its authorized distribu torsand dealers therefore
56. ol system Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed Improper blades used Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Switch is OFF Bulb s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 26 CORRECTION gue GU PONS Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Level mower deck Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Remove obstruction Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Rep
57. orated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes which is found upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh s factory in Grafton Wisconsin tobe DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND OR WORKMANSHIP if received by Tecumseh or a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet for such examination within TWO YEARS from the date of sale to the original consumer purchaser of Peerless Series 820 900 910 915 920 930 transaxles and Series 1100 angle drive and ONE YEAR for all other Peerless products New Power Train Components incorporated in equipment used for commercial purposes are warranted in the same manner and to the same extent EXCEPT such Power Train Components are warranted for NINETY 90 DAYS ONLY and must be received by Tecumseh or by a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet for such examination within 90 days from the date of sale to the original purchaser New Power Train Components Incorporated in equipment used for rental purposes are warranted in the same manner and to the same extent EXCEPT such Power Train Components are warranted for THIRTY 30 DAYS ONLY and must be received by Tecumseh or a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet within 30 days from the date of sale to the original purchaser B Products And Items Not Warranted 1 Alterations or Modifications of Power Train Components 2 Accidents Normal Maintenance Failure to follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer s Manual This warranty covers only parts of new Powe
58. osition If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced CENTER HOLE 5 8 BOLT FIG 11 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi cient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attemptto open or remove caps covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not 15 necessary CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power e Open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor Rinse the battery with plain water and e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright e Coatterminals with grease or petroleum jelly e Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section ofthis manual V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING Keeptransaxle free from build up of dirt a
59. otstore gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e possible store yourtractor indoors and cover itto give protection from dust and dirt Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration CAUSE Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Clutch brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Weak or dead battery Corrode
60. owand gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments Themowercould suddenly turn overif a wheelis overthe edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do notmow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot onthe ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and downfor small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an
61. r Train Components which are found upon examination to be defective in material or workmanship as delivered to the original purchaser This warranty does not cover defects caused by depreciation or damage caused by normal wear accidents improper maintenance improper use or abuse of the product failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the Power Train Component and parts The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securing Warranty Service Warranty service can be arranged for by contacting either a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor or by contacting Tecumseh c o Service Manager Engine and Transmission Group Service Division 900 North Street Grafton Wisconsin 53024 Warranty service can only be performed by a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh at its factory in Grafton Wisconsin At the time of requesting warranty service evidence must be presented of the date of sale to the original purchaser The purchaser shall pay any charges for making service calls and or for transporting the product to and from the place where the inspection and or warranty work is performed The purchaser shall be responsible for any damage or loss incurred in connection with the transportation of Po
62. s absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Nevercarry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult e Bealertandturn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope f machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Donotturn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION In orderto preventacciden tal starting when setting up transport ing adjusting or making repairs al ways disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contactspark plug CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of
63. set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows e With engine notrunning move choke control located on dash panel to full choke position e Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner e Choke should be closed If itis not loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and or adjustment High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS 23 SWIVEL FIG 29 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ofthe season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more CAUTION Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where
64. smounting Turn off blades when not mowing e Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog ging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways e Useextracarewhenloading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Dataindicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower relatedinjuries These operators should evaluatetheir ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Il SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which resultin severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO e Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Useslow speed Choose alow gear sothat you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Followthe manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach ments These can change the stability ofthe machine Keepallmovementonthe slopes s
65. unc X 3 4 Case Battery Mech Hinge Switch Interlock Push In Harness Socket Light Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w 16 wire Fuse Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc Cable Ground 6ga 12 black Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign Key Ign Molded Generic Harness Ign Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20uncx 1 2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Ammeter Rectangular Protection Loop NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 29 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES REPAIR PARTS REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO 1 174619 2 176554 3 17060612 5 155272 9 168337X012 10 72140608 11 155927 12 145660 13 172108 14 17490608 17 159639X428 18 126938X 20 156437 23 124028X 24 174780616 25 19131312 26 73800600 28 170474 29 170472X599 30 169470X428 31 136619 33 145244X428 34 145243X428 35 72110606 37 17490508 38 169834 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 144697 54 161464 55 144696 57 74780412 58 174930 64 154798 114 158112 115 17060620 142 165867 145 156524 159 169473X428 206 170165 207 17670508 208 17670608 211 145212 212 156229 DESCRIPTION Chassis Drawbar Screw 3 8 16x 75 Bumper Hood Dash Dash P L Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash Lh Clip Tinnerman Panel Dash Rh Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Hood LT PL Bumper Hood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr Bushing Bo
66. ve by pushing inward and turning coun terclockwise 16 To open pull out on the drain valve Afteroilhasdrained completely close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the bottom fitting of the drain valve e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick OIL DRAIN VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION DRAIN TUBE CAP FIG 12 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed airto remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers CLEAN AIR INTAKE COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling make sure the grass screen cooling fins and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times Every 100 hours of operation more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirty
67. wer Train Components and or part s of the Power Train Components submitted for inspection and or warranty work D Limitation of Damages and Implied Warranties The foregoing EXPRESSED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES Neither Tecumseh nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties representations or promises written or oral as to the quality of the Power Train Component or any of its parts other than as set forth herein ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT THAT EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY PART S OF POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTIES DEFINED IN PARAGRAPH A HEREOF IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND OR EXPENSES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state E No Dealer Warranty Tecumseh neither assumes nor authorizes any other person natural or corporate to assume for Tecumseh any other obligations or liabilities in connection with or with respect to any part s of a Power Train Component The seller or dealer of part s of a Power Train Component has no authority whats
68. xperience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and letit run until 12 the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next OPERATION season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CAUTION Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame TO START ENGINE See Fig 6 When starting the engine for the first time or ifthe engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine e Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral N position Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGED position Move throttle control to fast position Pull choke control out fora cold engine start attempt For awarm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below Insert key into ignition and turn
69. y taking care not to short against chassis Connectone end ofthe BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of fully charged battery e Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER e BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery e RED cable last from both batteries POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL CHASSIS CABLES CHARGED BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL FIG 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY See Figs 26 and 27 CAUTION Do not short battery termi nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected firstto prevent sparking from accidental grounding Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door e Disconnect BLACK battery cable firstthen RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install newbattery with terminals in same position as old battery Firstconnect RED battery cable to positive terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely e Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely e Close battery box door SEAT PAN BATTERY BOX DOOR 22 NEGAT
70. y Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive Augusta GA 30909 USA Mississauga Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 45 2 POLICY TECUMSEH WARRANTY TECUMSEH Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company Tecumseh subject to the limitations contained below will at its option repair or replace without charge for parts or labor only any part of a new Power Train Component which as used herein means and includes the transaxle gear box transmission differential and right angle drives and any part of the Power Train Component EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorp

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