Poulan Pro XT185H42LT Operator'S Manual Download Page 7

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ASSEMBLY

FIG. 2

FIG. 3

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

•      Lift seat pan 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 this 
manual for charging instructions).

      

SEAT PAN

LABEL

2466

02464

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER 
BOLT

ADJUSTMENT 
KNOB

FLAT WASHER

SEAT

NOTE:

 You 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 of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID  (See Op-
 er a tion section for location and function of 
con trols)

•      Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever 

to its highest po si tion.

•      Release  parking  brake  by  de press ing clutch/brake 

ped al.

•     Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged 

position" (See “TO TRANS 

PORT” in the Op 

er a tion 

section of this manual).

•      Roll tractor forward off skid.
•         Remove banding holding the defl ector shield up against 

tractor.

TO DRIVE TRAC 

TOR OFF SKID (See Op-

 er a tion section for location and function of 
con trols)

  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 of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.
•      Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

pleted.

•      Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank with gasoline.
•     Place freewheel control in "trans 

mis sion en 

gaged" 

po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section 
of this manual).

•      Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake 

pedal and set the parking brake.

•      Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
•      Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever 

to its highest position.

•      Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO 

START ENGINE" in the Operation section of this man-
ual). After engine has started, move throttle control to 
idle (slow) position.

•      Release parking brake.
•      Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly 

drive tractor off skid.

•      Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place 

motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion.

•      Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the in struc tions that follow.

Summary of Contents for XT185H42LT

Page 1: ...E PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website www poulan pro com WARNING Read this Manual and follow allWarnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUA...

Page 2: ...rking 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 g...

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: ...nless the engine s exhaust 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...

Page 5: ...Steering Wheel Insert 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Key 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 1 5 16 Loc...

Page 6: ...le in pan Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower s...

Page 7: ...s manual Roll tractor forward off skid Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagainst tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section for location and function of controls WARNING Beforestar...

Page 8: ...soline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition Be sure Operator Presence System and R...

Page 9: ...ntify 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 in...

Page 10: ...ng the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position...

Page 11: ...seengine to backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION S...

Page 12: ...en gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to repositi...

Page 13: ...G CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS 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 whil...

Page 14: ...p This can be done during the engine warm up period The attachments can also be used during the engine warm upperiodafterthetransmissionhasbeenwarmed up NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or i...

Page 15: ...aint_sch tractore ROS e BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Check Battery Level Check Tire P...

Page 16: ...CIFICATIONS section of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire...

Page 17: ...rgingsystemwhichissufficient 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 smal...

Page 18: ...sion will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and...

Page 19: ...swaybar from chassis bracket by re moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs...

Page 20: ...nt nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Threefullturnsofadjustmentnutwillchangemower height about 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjusting FRON...

Page 21: ...ke Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod 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 Enga...

Page 22: ...om chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right whenwheelsareposi...

Page 23: ...connected first to prevent sparking from acci dental grounding Lift seat pan to raised position DisconnectBLACKbatterycablefirstthenREDbattery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...gnition 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 E...

Page 26: ...pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 6 Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing...

Page 27: ...sed 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 maintai...

Page 28: ...28 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...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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