Poulan Pro DB27H48YT manuel d'utilisation

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: DB27H48YT LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions, Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 195854 12,22,04 RD Printed in U,S,A,[...]

SAFETY RULES 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 FOLLOWINGSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making re- pa[...]

SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. 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 in the wat[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") Ground Speed (MPFI): Forward: 5.5 Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging Sy[...]

UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Sleeve (1) Hex nut 1/2-2¢ (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Nose Roller Nose Roller _R etainer Spring Rod Nose Roller_/_ Brackets_ 5/1(2) 6-Locknuts 18 (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 Mower 2) Retainer Springs single loop) (5) Retainer Springs op) (1)F[...]

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 wren[...]

ASSEMBLY SEAT SHOULDER BOLT SEAT PAN FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3) • Lift hood to raised position, • If 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 Maintenance section of[...]

ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4) • Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brackets as shown. Tighten securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in mower brackets. • Position nose roller between brackets and install rod and retainer spring. HEX LOCK BO_ ROD TAB - BRACKET[...]

ASSEMBLY LOCK BRACKET BELT TENSION ROD (DISENGAGED POSITION) CHASSIS . _. ; _ BRACKET ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT MOWER BRACKET FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS DOUBLE LOOP I RETAINER SPRING FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL FLANGED PIN SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS LOOP UP ANTI-SWAY BAR SUSPENSIO[...]

OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their mean- ing, H L IXI FAST REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM (ROS) t BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOW[...]

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, THROTTLE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL KNOB HOURMETER AMMETER CHOKECONTROL IGNITION A[...]

OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while op- erating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTO[...]

OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position, Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions, NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surfac[...]

OPERATION • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills, • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake, • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position, IMPORTANT: THE MOTIONCONTROLLEVER DOES NOT R[...]

OPERATION 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, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engi[...]

MAINTENANCE AS YOU COMPLETE R EGU LARSE RVlCE V,OE O TES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I1_ R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ _5 I_ A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3 C Lubricati°n Chart _4 I_ 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals _ I_ Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts I_ Check [...]

MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted, (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this ma[...]

MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID 5/8" BOLT OR PIN CENTER HOLE BLADE FIG. 14 BATTERY You rtractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient 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 hol[...]

MAINTENANCE • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise, • To open, pull out on the drain valve, • After oil has drained 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 f[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Ma[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets, Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins, Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower brackets, NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin, I[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT"D"_ J_ - NUT"C" • TRUNN,ON FRONT PLATE AS- /.' 1 "_ FIG. 22 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23) • Remove screws from R.H, mandrel cover and remove cove r, • Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have a[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake, • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual), • Remove screws from R.H, and L,H. mandrel covers and remove covers, REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT (Refer to "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIV[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and • turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-9/16", Retighten • jam nut against nut "A", • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission engaged" position. • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER -_ ,NEUTRAL LOCK GATE FIG. 27 BOLT TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See"PURGETRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 30) TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse, The fuse holder is located behind the dash. & WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connect- ing battery, remove metal bracelets, [...]

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 tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. AIIowthe engineto cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor f[...]

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 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Ca[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires"[...]

LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing[...]

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Co ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3, Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want t[...]

PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 • For replacement parts, have availab[...]