Poulan 178087 Manuel d'utilisateur

OWNER'S MANUALMODEL:PR185H42STDLAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATIONWARNING:Read this Owner's Manual and followall War

10OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to

11OPERATIONThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

12OPERATIONTO OPERATE ON HILLSCAUTION: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do notdrive across any slope.• Choose the slowes

13OPERATIONTO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine hasrun out of fuel, it will take extra cranking ti

14FIG. 10MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowingperformance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” inthe Service and Adjustments section

15MULCHING MOWING TIPSIMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWERHOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH.CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.• The special mulching

16CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RAdjust Motion Drive Belt(s) TensionInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake Operati

17CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)• Raise mower to highest position to allow access toblades.• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fl

18CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESV-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours ofoperation and replace if necessary. The belts are notadju

19CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

2I. GENERAL OPERATION• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the machine before starting.• Only allow responsible adults,

20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTRACTORTO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachment clutch i

21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSNUT "E""D""D"MANDRELFIG. 21NUT "F"FRONT LINKSFIG. 22FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Fig

22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24)Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake systemwhich is mounted on the side of the tran

23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS(See Fig. 27)• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allowwhe

24SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFIG. 29FIG. 30SEAT PANBATTERYBOX DOORKEPSNUTHEXBOLTPOSITIVE (RED)CABLENEGATIVE(BLACK) CABLENEGATIVETERMINALPOSITIVETERMINALNE

25ENGINETO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE(See Fig. 32)The throttle control has been preset at the factory andadjustment should not be necessary. Check

26STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of theseason or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.CAUTION: Never

27Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.3. Engine flooded. 3

28PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If

29BATTERYFUSEIGNITIONSWITCHREDREDREDBLACKIGNITIONUNITHEADLIGHTSNON-REMOVABLECONNECTIONSREMOVABLECONNECTIONSBLACKBLACKBLACKWHITEWHITEWHITEREDBLACKORANG

3Look for this symbol to point out importantsafety precautions. It means CAUTION!!!BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-VOLVED.CAUTION: In order to pre

30TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDELECTRICAL28292624424327272541272740333082127D.C. AMPERES451616222152

31TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/48 156417 Case Battery

32TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDCHASSIS262558207202072364208132081113292082085520733314233314217292812515753525455145373372426253312430353263310

33TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDCHASSISKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .755 155272 Bumper H

34TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDDRIVE662928323052325938614140533555364262353622393416177 7730525664652126311670579626251924262676787574272615375

35TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDDRIVEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 314-0510(Order Par

36TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDSTEERING ASSEMBLY55434364381040321186874646868729887129174391214142373637386311394451543335346867676713656815151

37TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDSTEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X428 Wheel Steering2 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT3 169840 Sp

38TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDSEAT ASSEMBLY1 171683 Seat2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 7203 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 14 19131610 Washe

39TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDDECALSNOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mmKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION6215,84

4GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONSAND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAROIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER 4.0 PIN

40TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDENGINE143821OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester291062 65721326254817161738123454446323133373340

41TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDENGINEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONNOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm1 170771 Co

42TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDMOWER DECK151413111098166837303132331461481451504514414714714214914249505154525355563414644212224252627228292321

43TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDMOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 4

44TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDMOWER LIFT36152016171820201520456231654782324252728293050263741403812113132313219191313131349

45TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STDMOWER LIFT1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zi

46LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and

4715° MAX.SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITHSKY LINE OR TREE.CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINESTHIS IS A 15° SLOPESIGHTING GUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS

Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigidquality standards. As with all mechanical products, some

5UNASSEMBLED PARTS(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1(1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Wheel Inser

6ASSEMBLYTOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLYA socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standardwrench sizes are listed.Utility knife Pliers(1) 9/16"

7ASSEMBLYTO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operationsection, page 10, for location and function ofcontrols)• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment

8ASSEMBLYCHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THISQU

9OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION ORW