Poulan 183188 Manuel d'utilisateur

MODEL NO. PO16542B16.5 HP 42 InchLawn TractorFor Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297For Technical Assistance:

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 MOWER (See Fig. 7)Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensingswitch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the s

13OPERATIONMOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing isattached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowingperf

14CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake OperationClean Air FilterChange Engine Oil

15CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9)• Raise mower to highest position to allow access toblades.• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fla

16CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESENGINELUBRICATIONOnly use high quality detergent oil rated with API serviceclassification SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE visc

17CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESAIR FILTER (See Fig. 14)Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Cleanthe foam pre-cleaner after every

18CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

19SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set pa

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

20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFIG. 19FIG. 20FIG. 17FIG. 18TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground ordriveway. Make

21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFIG. 22FIG. 21TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 21)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.Park the

22REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 26 and 27)CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals by allowing a wrench or any otherobject to contact both terminals a

23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFIG. 29TO ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-ment should not be necessary. However, m

24STORAGEImmediately 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

25TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSWill not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation sectio

26TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switch

27TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02SCHEMATICBATTERYFUSEIGNITIONSWITCHREDREDREDBLACKIGNITIONUNITHEADLIGHTSREMOVABLECONNECTION

28REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02ELECTRICAL2829262442432727254127274033903082127161652222148

29REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02ELECTRICAL1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/48 176689 Box

3Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersSAFETY RULES• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stopmachine if anyone enters the ar

30REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES3235326353263310341208111729282081312515753525455242625

31REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES1 174620 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-1

32REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02DRIVE292811214413839575174757876772526192425335343736356236646559562125563116

33REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02DRIVEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 - - - - - - Tran

34REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02STEERING ASSEMBLY445154595779433243643810401186946468692474726302814142373637

35REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02STEERING ASSEMBLY1 140044X428 Wheel Steering Auto Black2 175131 Axle Asm Fron

36REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02ENGINE21OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester2944463231333733621347278813167823451

37REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02ENGINENOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm1 17

38REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION14 7205041

39WHEELS & TIRESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 59192 Cap Valve Tire2 65139 Stem Valve3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service4 59904 Tube Front (Se

4PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONSAND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAROIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)OIL CAP

40REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02MOWER LIFT15201617182020152045623165478121131323132191913131313

41REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02MOWER LIFT1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift3 1057

42REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02MOWER DECK1514131110981668373031323314614814515045144147147142149142495051545

43REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO16542B, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-02MOWER DECK1 165894 Mower Deck Assembly, 42"2 72140506 Bolt3 138017 Brack

44SERVICE NOTES

45LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and

46TECUMSEH®Issued January 1980Revised January 1991TECUMSEH®POLICYLIMITED WARRANTIESFORNEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTSA. Products WarrantedPe

4715 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE

5UNASSEMBLED PARTSSteering WheelSteering Wheel InsertSteeringBootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapterSeat(2) KeysSlope SheetKeys(1) Large Flat

6HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)• Lift seat pan to raised position.• If this battery is put into service after month and yearindi

7ASSEMBLYTO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-tion section, page 10, for location and func-tion of controls)• Press lift lever plunger and raise attac

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