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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL:

PXT12538

LAWN TRACTOR

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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WARNING:

Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.

IMPORTANT MANUAL

DO NOT THROW AWAY

431147

10.26.09 SR

Printed in the U.S.A.

5000

Summary of Contents for XT 431147

Page 1: ...PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website www poulan pro com WARNING Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY 431147 10 26 09 SR Printed in the U S A 5000 ...

Page 2: ...op 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 grass catcher or unclogging the discharge chute Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating nea...

Page 3: ...ch 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 equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury ...

Page 4: ...aust 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 nearestauthorizedservicecenter department SeeREPAIR PARTS section of this manual In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of t...

Page 5: ...Future Use Slope Sheet Keys Key s Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Bolt 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Seat 1 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Bolt UNASSEMBLED PARTS ...

Page 6: ...nth and year indicated on label label is located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions For battery and battery cable installation see RE PLACINGBATTERY inthe ServiceandAdjustments section in this manual 02602 SEAT LABEL Fig 1 Fig 2 TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL See Fig 2 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT...

Page 7: ...OUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISHTOASSURETHATYOURECEIVETHEBESTPER FORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROMTHISQUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at ...

Page 8: ...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 result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when...

Page 9: ...Selects the speed and direction of the tractor IGNITIONSWITCH Usedforstarting stoppingtheengine Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute FIG 4 02829 PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL GEAR SHIFT LEVER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER IGNITION SWITCH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ROS ON POSITION LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEV...

Page 10: ...ire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use the choke position to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED POSITION PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER ...

Page 11: ... ROS See Fig 7 Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System ROS Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse directionwiththeattachmentclutchengagedwillshutoffthe engineunlessignitionkeyisplacedintheROS ON position WARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch ...

Page 12: ...rage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Usefreshfuelnextseason SeeStorage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per formance See TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING inthe Serv...

Page 13: ... this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive 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 At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of ...

Page 14: ...e should shut off the engine When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Replace bent or damaged blades CAUTION Useonlyareplacementbladeap proved by the manufacturer of your tractor Using a blade not ap...

Page 15: ...hen warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Slide oil drain extension under oil drain hole drain hole maybeflushwithorprotrudefromengineblocksidewall Make sure back face of oil drain extension is flush with engine side wall Make sure bottom lip of oil drain extension is lined up with bottom of oil drain ...

Page 16: ...cement is required Withenginecool removefilterandplugfuellinesections 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 13 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage S...

Page 17: ... retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 14 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mo...

Page 18: ...e Figs 15 and 16 Raise mower to its highest position At the 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 To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen ...

Page 19: ...t FIG 22 TO REMOVE WHEEL See Fig 22 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose Repair tire and reassemble On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE Tosealtirepuncturesandpreventflatt...

Page 20: ... Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essary see engine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor ...

Page 21: ...EMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburet...

Page 22: ... fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty 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 department Engine clicks but will not start 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or ...

Page 23: ...lace blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels 11 Clean around man...

Page 24: ...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 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 to me...

Page 25: ...25 SERVICE NOTES ...

Page 26: ...ts used for rental 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 maintained in ac cordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to altera tion misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damag...

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