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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL:

PD24PH48ST

LAWN TRACTOR

Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation

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WARNING:

Read this Operator's Manual and
fol low all Warnings and Safety
In struc tions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury.

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

199143 05.09.05 TR

Printed in U.S.A.

Summary of Contents for PD24PH48ST

Page 1: ...e Protection During Operation Visit our website www poulan pro com WARNING Read this Operator s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMP...

Page 2: ...arking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the...

Page 3: ...towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment...

Page 4: ...ans 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...

Page 5: ...5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve 2 Keys Slope Sheet Keys 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use...

Page 6: ...ting position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of...

Page 7: ...s Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal Place freewheel control in transmission disengaged position See TO TR...

Page 8: ...MULCHER PLATE FIG 4 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISHTO ASSURETHATYOU RECEIVETHE BEST PER FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST A...

Page 9: ...death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will...

Page 10: ...t desired speed without holding the forward FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL Used for forward movement of tractor FREE WHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine...

Page 11: ...ed by the forward and reverse drive pedals Start tractor and release parking brake Slowly depress forward or reverse drive pedal to begin movement Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is...

Page 12: ...onditions 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 be...

Page 13: ...oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING...

Page 14: ...l to fast position Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting proce...

Page 15: ...d speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT FOR BEST PERFORMANCE KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT UP GRASS AND TR...

Page 16: ..._sch tractore ROS e GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must ma...

Page 17: ...the engine When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never operate unless th...

Page 18: ...5W 30 SAE 30 oil_visc_chart1_e FIG 15 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 14 and 15 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL Be sure tractor...

Page 19: ...clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towar...

Page 20: ...mower to its lowest position Roll belt off electric clutch pulley Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by remov...

Page 21: ...om 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 To raise one side of mo...

Page 22: ...need to be replaced TO ADJUST BRAKE Depress brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 9 16 l...

Page 23: ...ard front of tractor and roll belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut securely Reconnect c...

Page 24: ...terminal access doors Close hood FIG 26 02614 WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 26 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep spar...

Page 25: ...vent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash...

Page 26: ...UEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH...

Page 27: ...aulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center depar...

Page 28: ...Travel speed too fast 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Wet grass 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pres...

Page 29: ...29 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 30: ...ental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and main tained in a...

Page 31: ...he 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 1 Fold this page along dotted li...

Page 32: ...n of part For Techical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 For a Parts Manual go to our website www poulan pro com support asp NOTE Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service through its authorize...

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