Poulan PB19546LTX manual

OPERA TOR'S MANU AL MODEL: PB19546L TX L A WN TRACTOR AL W A YS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERA TION Visit our website: www .poulan-pro.com WARNING: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. F ail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry . IMPORT ANT MANU AL Do Not Throw Away 03076[...]

2 I. GENERAL OPERA TION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine. • [...]

3 • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary . Al ways look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or in[...]

4 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBL Y ................................................................. 6-8 OPERA TION ...................................[...]

5 UNAS SEMBLED P ARTS Steering Wheel (1) W asher Seat (1) Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Keys (2) K eys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain T ube F or Future Use (1) He x Bolt (1) He x Bolt (1) 5/16 Lock W asher (1) Large Flat W asher Steering Wheel Inser t[...]

6 AS SEMBL Y TOOLS REQUIRED FOR AS SEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier . Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Utility knife (2) 3/4" wrench Tire pres sure gauge Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel)[...]

7 AS SEMBL Y NOTE: Y ou may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front o[...]

8 AS SEMBL Y 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 on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” [...]

9 OPERA TION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE F[...]

10 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. A TT ACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attac[...]

11 NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “brown ing” of grass. T o eliminate this possibility , al- ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. OPERA TION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result[...]

12 TO OPERA TE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes great er than 15° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary , push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking [...]

13 OPERA TION TO ST ART ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move[...]

14 MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION CHART d SPINDLE ZERK d FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK c SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL d GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE e REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION IMPORT ANT : DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HA VE SPECIAL NYL ON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LU BRI CANTS WILL A TTRACT DUST AND DIRT THA T WILL SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF[...]

15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERA TION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Ser vice and Ad just ments section of [...]

16 FIG. 11 BA TTERY Y our tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi 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 orig[...]

17 FIG. 13 CL OSED AND L OCKED POSITION DRAIN TUBE OIL DRAIN VAL VE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 12 and 13) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container . • Remo[...]

18 E F C G D K G P B L M A Q R SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO A VOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • T urn ignition key to “STOP” and rem[...]

19 E F C G D K G P B L M A Q R • A TT ACH REAR LIF T LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler arm (R). • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide collar (L) onto[...]

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary , see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. FRONT - TO -BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) IMPORT ANT : Deck must be level side-to-side. T o obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should be adj[...]

21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPL ACE MOTION BEL T DRIVE (See Fig. 25) P ark the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BEL T REMOVAL - • Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt[...]

22 FIG. 26 ADJUSTMENT BOL T NEUTRAL L OCK GA TE GEARSHIFT LEVER 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/CAM[...]

23 03075 REPL ACING BA TTERY ( See Figs. 29 and 30 ) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi - 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 first to prevent sparking from ac ci den tal groun[...]

24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any en clo sure. TRACTOR Remove mower from t[...]

25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly . 2. See “TO ST ART ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter . 5. Clean/replace air filter . 6. Dirty fuel filte[...]

26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when 1. Reverse operation system 1. T urn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator -safety presence control syste[...]

27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 SCHEMA TIC M FUSE ST ARTER SOLENOID BA TTERY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) SEA T SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) SHORTING CONNECTOR CHASSIS HARNESS IGNITION UNIT HOUR METER CHASSIS HARNESS CONNECTOR (MA TING SIDE) DASH HARNESS CONNECTOR (MA TING SIDE) F[...]

28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 ELECTRICAL 30 33 34 22 79 21 41 42 26 43 27 40 71 16 87 25 T02S 90 28 55 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 With Service Minder Option 46 46 94 92 29 93 2[...]

29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 ELECTRICAL KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 8 193228 Box Battery 16 176138 Switch Interlock 21 183759 Harness Socket Light 22 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 25 401662 Cable Battery 6 Ga. Red 14.5 26 175158 F use 27 7351[...]

30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 CHASSIS 37 181 181 194 194 36 236 236 183 152 159 180 162 196 287 138 182 176 175 177 130 151 2 159 159 58 189 189 189 228 194 228 137 137 14 18 208 207 15 25 186 176 5 176 176 235 235 150 68 217 Chassis-tex_elite-sv-pro_11[...]

31 2 412282 Drawbar 5 197783X428 Dash 14 183393X428 Hood 15 183834X599 Lens Grille LH 18 183828 Grille 25 183835X599 Lens Grille RH 36 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 37 414872X428 F ender 58 412280 Drawbar Upper 68 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 130 416358 Screw #10 x .750 BOS Thread 137 184921 Bumper Hood 138 193224X428 Cupholder 150 184322 Duc[...]

32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 DRIVE                     ª ª          [...]

33 KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - T ransaxle, DANA D6800-1 2 123583X Key Square 15 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 17 197297 Spring, Brake 22 197660 Rod Shift 23 409154x421 Knob 26 197455 Spring Brake RTN 29 197267 Rod, Brake 33 12000001 Ring E 35 197722 Rod, Brake, P ark 37 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 42 8883R Cover[...]

34 21 20 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 18 15 37 28 engine-bs-1cyl-te x_4 12 42 85 9 90 84 45 1 81 82 69 2 79 97 96 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 ENGINE[...]

35 1 - - - - - - Engine B&S Model No. 31P677 2 137352 Muffler 9 194319 K eeper Belt Engine 12 405140 Pulley Engine 15 407545 T ank F uel 1.50 18 197725 Cap Asm 20 176636X421 Control Throttle/Choke 21 416358 Screw #10 x .750 BOS Thread 28 401137 F uel Line 29 137180 Spark Arrester Kit 37 123487X Clamp Hose 42 10040700 Washer Lock 7/16 45 7351040[...]

36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 STEERING 55 35 19 63 57 60 59 58 67 54 67 78 66 54 65 61 55 2 steering-tex_LEGND2_14 9 9 8 7 6 5 13 13 53 8 62 4 50 50 70 65 68 69 15 15 14 14 6 16 28 28 13 22 64 63 20 26 1 21 71 72 33 45 8 7[...]

37 1 186093X428 Wheel, Steering 2 184706 Axle Asm., F ront 4 403087 Spindle Asm., LH 5 403088 Spindle Asm., RH 6 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 7 121748X W asher 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 8 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 9 121232X Cap, Spindle 13 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 14 10040600 Washer Lock 3/8 15 73540600 Nut, Crown Lock 3/8-24 unf[...]

38 1 197514 Seat 2 180166 Bracket Pivot F ender 3 140675 Strap, Asm F ender 6 73800600 Nut, Lock W/Ins. 3/8-16 unc 7 124181X Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 171877 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems 10 196977 Pan, Seat 21 171852 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 37 73800500 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc 40 197661 Handle Slide 41 198200 Spring Latch 43 74760612 Bolt 3/8-16 unc x 3/4 [...]

39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 wheel_1 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 3 16 9 1 59192 Cap V alve Tire 2 65139 Stem V al[...]

40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PB19546L TX (96042006600), PRODUCT NO . 960 42 00-66 MOWER DECK 30 42 43 60 38 63 46 147 55 64 30 32 31 33 200 34 56 57 59 40 188 1 69 69 199 40 145 15 14 21 26 27 198 29 21 21 68 23 24 144 36 240 57 19 19 6 6 11 7 11 6 118 11 9 11 7 11 9 11 6 118 195 122 123 195 189 113 11 3 47 189 188 21 21 69 69 69 21 30 38 56 69 13 1[...]

41 1 405050x421 Mower Housing 2 405507 Cover Mandrel LH 3 405506 Cover Mandrel RH 6 195186 Arm Suspension 7 416358 Screw 10 x .750 BOS Thread 8 193003 Bolt/W asher asm 7/16-20 unf 11 405380 Blade, 46" Hi-Lift (For bagging or discharge) 13 192872 Shaft Assembly , Mandrel 14 187281 Housing, Mandrel 15 110485X Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 19 196539 Bol[...]

42 7 3 87 10 88 2 89 90 87 98 97 97 lift-tex_5_r3 91 91 89 87 100 2 195223 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 195231 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 7 196492X421 Grip, Lever 10 196314 Spring T orsion 87 194209 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock 88 410710 Spring Lift Assist 89 19191912 Washer Clear Zinc 90 194208 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock 91 195181 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 97 17[...]

43 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to preven[...]

LIMITED W ARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. 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 repla[...]