IMPORTANT MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: Do Not Throw Away WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PR25PH48STA LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 180278 Rev. 3 6.20.02 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 Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
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.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • • Read and observe the safety rules. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibilities” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (4) Clevis Pins (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 STEERING WHEEL INSERT LOCK NUT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 11, for location and function of controls) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.
ASSEMBLY • If equipped, turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. • Be sure belt tension rod is in disengaged position. • Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove. • Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown. • Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown.
ASSEMBLY 3CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: 3 All assembly instructions have been completed. 3 No remaining loose parts in carton. 3 Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). 3 Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. 3 All tires are properly inflated.
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.
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. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.
OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation section of this manual).
OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake. • Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running. • • To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE E E S S RS S AG US UR OUR OU SON OR H UR O H C T O H H A A 0 S H SE R E 25 50 10 EE Y 8 R RY ERY ERY ERY FO OR E E F BE SERVICE EV EV EV EV EV BE 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 Che
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • BRAKE OPERATION Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS 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 drain plug. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. • If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. • Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with knobs.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” 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. TRACTOR TO INSTALL MOWER TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower brackets. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • • • To raise front of blade, loosen nut “D” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “C” on both front links an equal number of turns. When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut “D” against trunnion on both front links. Recheck side-to-side adjustment. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorized service center/department. TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. KEPS NUT HEX BOLT TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE STOP TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position. • Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop.
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 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 CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 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 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 PR25PH48STA SCHEMATIC RED BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID RED RED A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) STARTER WHITE WHITE A1 ELECTRIC CLUTCH BLACK CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) F A2 RED H B RED IGNITION SWITCH BLACK G BLACK M G L BLACK WHITE C S M FUSE RED B RED BLACK E A ORANGE 85 86 BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) D 30 87 PTO (DISENGAGED) 87A GREEN GREEN HOUR METER BLUE OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 BLACK (OPTIONAL) FUEL LINE BLACK BLUE FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID SPAR
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA ELECTRICAL 22 21 79 42 24 41 43 40 26 27 27 81 25 16 33 30 50 89 46 D.C .
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 8 10 11 12 16 21 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 40 41 42 43 45 46 50 55 79 81 89 144927 74760412 7603J 145211 150109 145769 176138 175688 8860R 146148 175158 73510400 145491 160784 175566 140401 179736 17720408 131563 178861 122822X 169635 174653 17490508 175242 109748X 169639 Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 UNC X 3/4 Tray, Battery Bolt, BTR FRT 1/4-20 x 7.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 29 166 10 159 161 166 10 30 28 166 31 156 157 9 3 54 58 209 155 54 158 166 209 20 11 59 64 209 209 209 144 3 3 1 26 60 3 26 142 154 143 209 144 26 60 26 13 142 3 145 37 3 2 37 3 14 74 206 166 3 38 38 32 14 209
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA DRIVE 57 51 243 212 89 116 63 66 221 90 219 19 59 221 215 61 224 19 214 254 221 254 222 51 225 220 6 228 223 226 227 218 226 30 19 36 35 37 6 33 231 239 253 53 28 26 95 55 96 22 29 77 25 19 27 24 26 26 15 52 32 77 1 241 120 239 238 52 16 151 51 49 34 36 237 52 32 39 47 62 221 48 27 51 223 150 20 38 35 223 202 50 17 65 217 244 19 250 241232 242 235 233 41 229 21 234 240 9 223 51 236 56 74
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA DRIVE KEY NO. 1 6 9 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 55 56 57 59 61 62 63 65 66 74 75 76 PART NO. ------ KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 72 1 73 41 42 37 37 36 88 91 43 71 29 67 67 68 46 67 8 13 6 65 17 46 2 8 6 87 5 87 3 32 68 82 29 5 11 4 43 40 43 33 29 15 10 34 35 36 6 8
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA ENGINE 2 8 1 3 15 38 13 25 14 10 26 6 81 5 17 17 32 31 72 16 34 62 33 37 39 33 45 23 29 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 175437X428 Control Throttle 164863 Screw HwHd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 -------Engine, Briggs Model 445777 (Order parts from engine mfg.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA 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 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 171684 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 73800600 124181X 17000616 19131614 174894 166369 121246X Seat Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Washer Flat 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 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA DECALS 2 16 11 12 4 4 3 10 2 9 1 8 20 6 5 14 7 13 15 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 164097 176303 176273 181085 180975 173587 173589 170563 172740 157140 172743 Decal Dash Decal Fender Auto Decal Hood LH Decal Side Panel Decal HP Engine Decal Reflector Rh Decal Reflector Lh Decal Warning Mower Decal Fender Logo Decal Fender Danger E/F Decal Ins Strg Whl KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA MOWER LIFT 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 8 41 5 49 37 38 30 40 1 36 13 50 4 13 3 26 6 2 6 5 4 11 13 12 51 49 52 31 13 51 32 13 32 53 20 49 18 54 16 17 15 13 54 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 20 23 24 25 26 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA MOWER DECK 46 45 49 36 49 33 130 32 33 42 112 46 37 36 52 31 99 30 43 36 49 121 42 126 49 39 98 97 114 30 45 30 32 42 50 47 115 21 97 122 31 50 110 5 57 116 117 21 132 95 56 113 182 184 100 94 91 55 92 183 118 119 54 72 92 3 21 1 132 24 25 26 29 28 16 6 27 5 15 18 19 14 20 13 18 48 11 8 42
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR25PH48STA MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 3 5 6 180358X421 138017 4939M 178024 8 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 36 37 39 42 43 45 46 47 48 49 50 52 DESCRIPTION Deck Weldment Mower 48 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm, Suspension, Rear Sway Bar Deck 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 180054 Blade 174360 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing 174358 Mandrel Asm.
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.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION FOL D AL ONG THIS D OT IS A TED 15 D LINE EGR EE S LOP E ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 45 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.
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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.
