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Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings MODEL: and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. PXT175G42 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan.com 532 43 88-17 09.29.10 AP Printed in the U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/...
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 ensure proper tightness.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important • Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer for best cutting performance.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. HIGH FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF REVERSE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT ROS "ON"...
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES (See Fig. 7) WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the Disengage attachment clutch con trol. ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so...
OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below) • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use throttle control in the choke position until the engine fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi- of 87 octane.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
MAINTENANCE V-BELTS • Slide a 1/2” (12 point) socket mounted on an extension onto oil drain plug. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours • Loosen plug while holding the oil drain extension firmly of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not in place.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING MUFFLER • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester matter. (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis tance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground of mower housing as shown. or driveway.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21) (See Fig. 20) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 22) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer - The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly in neutral (lock gate) position.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 25) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 26) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward object to contact both terminals at the engine and lift off of tractor.
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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Excessive 2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Replace blade mandrel. vibration 3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1.
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials and work man ship. 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 parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.