IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 02777 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PD185H42STB LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 190944 1.23.04 RD Printed in U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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. Never carry children.They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to ser vice or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Boot Steering Wheel Steering Extension Insert Shaft (1) Knob Steering Wheel Adapter Key (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.
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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
ASSEMBLY • SEAT SHOULDER BOLT • • TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) SEAT PAN WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. • Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.
ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE RETAINER SPRING 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. PIN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTING BAR CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER AMMETER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FREE WHEEL CONTROL FIG.
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass.
OPERATION • • • • • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation section of this manual). Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar. Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground. Replace retainer spring into clevis pin. Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting.
OPERATION • BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • • • • • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
OPERATION • Slowly move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet. Slowly move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds, or approximately 20 feet. After the tractor moves approximately 20 feet in reverse return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE E E S S RS AG US RS UR OUR OU SON OR U O H O H H A 0 ST E 8H SE RE 25 50 10 Y Y Y Y Y RE O R R R R R O F E E E E E F BE SERVICE EV EV EV EV EV BE H AC DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T R A C T 0 R Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level 4 Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belt
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. 4 21 01 BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
MAINTENANCE • TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when 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. • Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.
MAINTENANCE CLAMP MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. FUEL FILTER SPARK PLUGS FIG. 17 Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • 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. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) • 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.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BELT INSTALLATION • Carefully work new belt down onto the input pulley. • Slide belt into the center span keeper. • Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. • Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this section of manual).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 28) NEUTRAL LOCK GATE WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. ADJUSTMENT BOLT If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • • • • • Lift seat pan to raised position. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.
STORAGE 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. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. 9. 10. Hard to start CORRECTION Engine valves out of adjustment. 10. Fill fuel tank. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) SCHEMATIC RED BLACK BATTERY RED A RED FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) M STARTER BLACK WHITE SOLENOID RED B S G BLACK L M CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) A1 A2 WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) IGNITION SWITCH WHITE BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK HOUR METER ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) BLUE SPARK PLUG GAP (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) ELECTRICAL 22 21 42 24 41 43 27 27 40 26 27 27 25 16 16 33 30 D.C 8 .
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) ELECTRICAL KEY NO. 1 2 8 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 40 41 42 43 45 52 90 PART NO. 163465 74760412 176689 176138 183759 4152J 4799J 146147 175158 73510400 4207J 121305X 175566 140401 179720 71110408 131563 178861 121433X 141940 180449 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 Box Battery Switch Interlock Harness Socket Light Bulb, Light # 1156 Cable Battery Cable Battery 6 Ga.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) CHASSIS 259 264 258 28 263 17 261 159 30 39 24 18 24 26 166 25 26 31 25 5 209 58 5 209 9 209 208 11 208 207 26 64 209 35 209 33 1 13 10 142 145 37 37 209 2 206 142 209 209 208 35 14 14 34 38 30 26 chassis_elite sv_pro_4
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) CHASSIS KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) DRIVE 120 57 89 263 63 90 212 246 70 263 245 158 247 85 197 161 251 169 66 59 159 65 162 61 198 83 81 10 32 150 168 163 21 50 41 14 85 202 64 56 112 116 48 82 165 156 166 8 38 151 27 51 49 35 39 47 30 62 120 36 52 34 52 16 36 35 37 32 95 28 30 252 53 252 19 29 27 22 55 24 77 252 25 77 15 74 96 78 76 75 1 drive-hydro_27 32
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 39 1 41 42 37 37 36 44 51 54 88 91 43 71 46 8 6 29 67 67 68 67 13 65 17 46 2 8 6 87 5 87 3 32 5 11 68 26 29 82 4 43 40 43 15 28 29 15 15 10 steering_pl.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 8 8 9 14 9 7 7 10 5 6 22 21 2 24 5 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 3 12 seat_lt.knob_1 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PART NO. 188712 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 73800600 124181X 17000616 19131614 182493 166369 121246X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Clip Push-In Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi Screw 3/8-16 x 1.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) DECALS 7 11 16 4 4 3 10 20 9 1 8 6 12 5 14 KEY NO. 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) ENGINE 3 2 72 1 81 13 4 78 38 32 14 44 78 46 33 37 31 33 45 29 23 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 170551 17720408 ------- 4 13 14 23 29 31 32 33 37 38 44 137352 165291 148456 169837 137180 185534 140527 123487X 137040 181654 17670412 engine-bs.1cyl_48 DESCRIPTION Control, Throttle Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine Briggs Model 31P777 (Order Parts from Engine Mfg.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) MOWER LIFT 7 8 5 1 3 13 4 2 6 6 11 5 4 12 13 19 20 13 31 32 13 15 19 20 20 31 32 17 18 20 16 15 lift-rh.1piece_3 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159461 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger 2 159476 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 188822 Pin Groove 5/16 Dia x 1.875 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) MOWER DECK 67 68 40 158 36 185 40 143 106 144 159 104 103 od tc h_ m 40 104 106 _c lu 46 101 42 145 184 59 44 56 53 102 148 52 55 146 48 33 54 32 147 21 5 134 142 31 30 140 21 135 5 21 136 21 116 134 139 21 136 117 119 113 118 118 119 117 34 1 2 147 116 2 21 2 142 21 23 138 24 25 2 26 113 28 29 16 15 3 20 149 4 5 14 18 18 6 13 19 21 11 42_deck_man-t-path_4.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD185H42ST (PD185H42STB) MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 182032X421 72140506 138017 165460 4939M 178024 850857 10030600 140296 11 134149 -- 139775 -- 138971 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 40 44 45 46 48 52 53 54 55 DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly, 42" Bolt Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar Retainer Spring Bar Sway Deck Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr.
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LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. 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. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1.
SERVICE ® TECUMSEH Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 POLICY WARRANTY ® TECUMSEH LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION FOL D AL ONG THIS DOT IS A TED 15 D LINE EGR EE S LOP E 47 ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: 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. 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2.
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 your phone directory for the name of the nearest service dealer (under “saws” for Chain Saws or under “lawn mowers” for Trimmers, Brushcutters, and Blowers). 3.
