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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PXT15538
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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- Page 1 Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so PXT15538 can re sult in serious in ju ry. LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 424368 10.21.08 AP Printed in the U.S.A.
- Page 2 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 •...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im- the presence of children. Children are often attracted mediately. to the ma chine and the mowing activity.
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API: SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Steering Extension (1) Large Flat Washer Shaft Steering Boot Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Adapter Seat (1) Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Seat (1) Bolt Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s)
- Page 6 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.
- Page 7 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.
- Page 8 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF REVERSE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- Page 9 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"...
- Page 10 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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 7) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged (ROS).
- Page 12 OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use control in the choke ( ) position until the engine runs fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum roughly, then move throttle control to fast position.
- Page 13 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...
- Page 14 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.
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS • After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and until the pin is in the locked position as shown. replace if necessary.
- Page 16 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. •...
- Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 15 and 16) BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"...
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 20) GEARSHIFT NEUTRAL LEVER LOCK Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. GATE For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - •...
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, use the TERMINAL following pro ce dure: BOLT COVER IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 POSITIVE VOLT SYSTEM.
- Page 20 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...
- Page 21 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.
- Page 22 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.
- Page 24 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als 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.