Poulan Pro PDGT26H48B manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away Poulan 00993-poulan_pro I OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PDGT26H48B LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and fol- low all Warnings and Safety Instruc- tions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 186714 Rev. 1 06.06.03 JH/TR Printed in U.S.A. k_[...]

SAFETY RULES SAFE OFERAT,ON PRACT,CES FOR .,DE-ON .OVERS a IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULTIN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine b[...]

SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Nevercarry children.They may fall off and be seriously injured or [...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GasolineCapacity 5.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above,32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°1=) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC 3ap: .040") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 5.8 Reverse: 2.1 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging Syst[...]

UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension © Premium Steering Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer (_) 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob I_ Nose Roller _RNose Roller Bra_ _l_J (2) Hex Bolts 5116o18 x 1 _Retainer pring 5/16-16 Gauge Wheels f (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars (_-) Retainer Springs (double loop) [...]

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 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 pack- ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place seat on seat pan so head of shou[...]

ASSEMBLY TO ATrACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) • 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. LOCK HEX BOLT ROD TAB BRACKET [...]

ASSEMBLY CHECKTIRE 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 MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be properly le[...]

OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their mean- ing. R N H L I'-,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FO[...]

OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations wtth your tractor to famtlianze yourself with the Iocahon of various controls and adjustments. Save thts manual for future reference MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE CHOKE CONTROL THROI-rLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL HOURMETE[...]

T OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. • Depress brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. • [...]

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 FIG. 11 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- tor. Use common sense when towing.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. BEFORE [...]

OPERATION • Remove retainer sprmg from the drive belt tenston handle to relieve belt tension. • Start engme and allow _t to warm up for three (3) min- utes • Shut-off engine and engage parking brake • Engage dnve belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before dnving the unit m cold weather, th[...]

MAINTENANCE FELL IN OATES REGU R SERV,CE S V,CE" DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure _ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners _ I_s If A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3 T Lubrication Chart V e 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals V ° V' Cheek Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts [...]

MAINTENANCE MANDREL ASSEMBLY TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highestgear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper [...]

MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and batter[...]

MAINTENANCE 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 air to 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 ar[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING:TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disco[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower brackets. IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. • Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket. SUS[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS f BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "D"_ FRONT PLATE !. ] "/ ASSEMBLY _ NUT"C" _ TRUNNION FIG. 23 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 24) • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. • Lower mower to its lowest position. • Disengage belt t[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) 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 DRIVE BE[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE 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. TO CHECK BRAKE • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en- gage[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 29) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. Repair tire and reassemble. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. REAR WHEEL - • Block rear axle securely. • Re[...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TERMINAL KEPS NUT ACCESS DOOR .. -,-.. i HEX BOLT POSITIVE CABLE TERMINAL GUARD NEGATIVE (SLACK) CABLE FIG. 31 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. [...]

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 33) 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 positio[...]

STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. A WARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure• TRACTOR Remove mower fre[...]

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 tilter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring, 9. Carbure[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will net rotate Poor grass discharge Ileedllght(e) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "bad(fires" when turning engine =OFF" 1. Faulty op[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B; PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 SCHEMATIC _'i" CH_ RGING SYSTEM 16 AMp OC @ 3600 RPM _r eye project. IGNITION SWITCH POSI_ON CIRCUIT "MAKE" RELAY OFF M+G+A1 NONE DN + LIGHTS B+A1 L+A2 ON B + A1 NONE START B + S + AI NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVIC[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 ELECTRICAL 41 8 81 29 I J 33 3O I I I I 32[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144927 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 zinc 11 150109 Holdown Battery Front Mount 12 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 16 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 17568[...]

REPAIR PARTS " TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 21 47 58 28 161 ;11 = '_l i !_2 o 19 158 37 86 17 138 56 99 34[...]

REPAIR PARTS ......... TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180375 2 175282 5 163976X428 6 157882 7 17720408 8 184668 14 175260X428 16 121794X 17 17060612 18 175289X428 19 19131312 20 74780616 21 73800600 24 179717X428 28 179716X428 30 14505[...]

REPAIR PARTS .... TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 GROUND DRIVE 9 69 drive_6-vgt 127 120 122, 42 6 38 37 46 128 06 07 108 112 36[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR "- MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. 1 ....... Transaxle Hydro Gear 77 74780716 331-3000 (Order Parts From Trans- 89 73680700 axle Manufacturer) 94 133835 2 7070E Key Sq. 1/4 x 2.5 98 141004 3 7563R Washer Thrust 106 142917 6 76020412 Pin, Cotter 107 1547[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 STEERING ASSEMBLY 23 ,.. _3 34 32 6 27 42 22 .31 14 19 ' ' j 18 '_"'-,_st eedng_ 10-_t 28 47 15 1313 38[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180656 2 178557 3 6855M 4 161849 5 161848 6 6266H 7 121748X 8 12000029 9 121232X 10 74781044 11 136518 12 73901000 13 121749X 14 10040600 15 7810H 16 145103 18 175572 19 156011 20 163887X428 21 159945 22 155105 23 152927 25 7[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 ENGINE 18 15 37 26 "37 39 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 84 B4 _/74 I 81 KEY NO. 29 / ! I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I engine-intek-FLS_l 0-vgt PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2 149723 8 121361X 9 177748 10 175287 11 179335 12 143996 15 179115 18 179124X428 20 175437X428 21 171875 22 17544[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 43 35 73 31 8 t0 10 / 2 6 7O 23 7O KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 23 24 26 29 30 31 32 33 PART NO. 121006X 180045 159189 12000022 19292016 71110624 175830 175831X421 183894 175375 163552 4939M 73350800 73680800 150233 110807X 19131016 137150 76020308 76 ?[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 'SEAT ASSEMBLY _KEY NO, 1 2 4 5 ,6 7 8 10 12 13 14 75 PART NO. 171684 140551 127018X 145006 73800600 124181X 171877 182493 121246X 121248X 72050412 121249X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Spri[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 DECALS 9 15 3 5 5 4 10 7 29 2 2 14 6 ...... , 17 KEY PART KEY NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, 1 164097 Decal, Dash 13 2 184858 Decal, Engine 14 3 176272 Decal, Hood, RH 15 4 176273 Decal, Hood, LH 17 5 185539 Decal, Hood Sides 19 6 170563 Decal, Warning 23 7 166960 Decal, Bypass [...]

REPAIR PARTS • + TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 95-30 MOWER DECK 46 132 95 112 i 5 121 33 _30 114 21 110 '1 I,! 46 45 I I 47 mower_dec_.4.8prem_2 44[...]

REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ; MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48B, PRODUCT NUMBER954 56 95-30 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 3 5 6 8 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 36 37 39 42 43 45 46 47 48 180358X421 178915 4939M 178024 174365 173921 180054 174360 174358 110485X 174493 72110610 72140505 132827 174[...]

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 consumerpurchaser, we wiltrepair or replace, at our option, withoutcharge for parts or labor incurredin replacingpart[...]

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 15 DEGREES MAX. _t ARNING: 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 prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. D q [...]

PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: 1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase. 2. Consult the yellow pages of [...]