Poulan Pro 271490 manual

OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNO. 271490 14.5 HP 38 INCH LAWNTRACTOR • Assembly • Operation Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 181203 12.5.01 RD PRINTED IN U.S.A.[...]

Safety Rules ......................................... 2 Product Specifications .......................... 5 Assembly/Pre-Operation ...................... 7 Operation ............................................ 10 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 16 Maintenance ....................................... 16 Service and Adjustments .........[...]

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slope[...]

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, if tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible. _Look for t[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 1.25 Capacity and Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 3 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 1st 1.1 2nd 1.2 3rd 3.4 4th 4.3 5th 5.5 Reverse: 1.7 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSi Rear: 12 PSI Charging 3 Amp[...]

Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 ,_ Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-1= _1_ _ (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft O I Seat (1) Washer (_) 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge J_ (1)Knob _Drain Tub_ For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet 6[...]

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TO[...]

Seat Terminal INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt[...]

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- flated at the factory for shipping pur- poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for repla[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'FFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING J ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED ! MOWER LIFT R N H L c®) I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL[...]

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. Throttle/Choke Control Attachment Clutch Ignition Switch Switch Position " Lever ,"[...]

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 TO SET PAR[...]

tip withthe engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderat[...]

ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel fres[...]

MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "3"0 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are dischar[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ ,_,_ _ ,_'=_ _ FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A SharpeldReplace Mower Blades T Lubdc, aUon Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts i [...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires ([...]

• Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the bat[...]

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove knob(s) and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. 3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. 5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. NOTE: If very dirty or dam[...]

[,_ ARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving par[...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECiFiCATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the[...]

3. Roll belt off engine pulley. 4. Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retainer spring. 5. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 6. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Work new belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 2. Install new belt into engine pulley grove. 3. Reconnect R.[...]

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to dght) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to af[...]

Terminal Nut Hex Bolt Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause y[...]

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. _1_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for w[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Enginewill not turn over Engine clicks but will not start CAUSE • Out of fuel. • Engine not"CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Dirty air filter. • Low oil leveVdirty oil. • Faulty spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. Excessive • vibration Enginecont[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CAUSE • Obstruction in clutch mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. • Engine speed too slow. • Travel speed too fast. • Wet grass. • Mower deck not level. • Low/uneven tire air pressure. • Worn, be[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 SCHEMATIC /; _)AMMETER IGNmON SWITCH REO _D BATTERY FUSE :©: ,O-: _LUTCHJB_K_ (PEDAL UP) BLACK B_ STARTER ...... I D SEAT SWITCH .... b (NOT OCCUPIED) i- i O _MENT a BL_X (CLUTCH OF_ ] GROUNDING CONNECTOR IGNITION SWITCH PosmoN i CIRCU_ "MAKE" OFF M+G÷A1 NONE RUWLIGH1 B+A1 A2+L RUN B+A1 NONE START 3+S+A1 NO[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 ELECTRICAL 22 26 I I i ,, I I I I I I I I I I f-, .... J*l_t I II I II I I i I I I I I / / / / / 30[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 8 176689 BoX Battery Fender 16 176138 Switch, Interlock 21 175685 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 22 4152J Bulb, Light 24 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" 25 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, Wit 6 [...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3O 29 26 31_ 2O8 26 2O9 58 12 28 53 54 26 33 206 lO 26 13 o' _ 2O8[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174620 Chassis 2 176554 Drewbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 6 174643X014 Saddle Slkser Fit LT 8 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 9 168347X011 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc X 1 11 174996 Panel Dash LH 12 145660 Clip "13nnerma[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 GROUND DRIVE 12 34 34[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL N UM BER 271490 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ...... 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17060512 7 162240 8 131679 10 76020416 11 105701X 12 19151215 13 74550412 14 10040400 15 74490544 18 74780616 19 73800600 21 106933X 22 130804 24 73350600 25 106888X 27 76020412 28 175765 29 71673 30 174973 32 74760512 34 175578 35 12018[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 STEERING / /" 1 t ..... s "2½"' I r i ,_----..__,_ / 29 H I 46 e_ 68 67 67 2_ ,o _ '_ _ _ .1 3O 43 :36[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 140044X428 SteeringWheel 2 175131 Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H, 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 62661-1 Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Klip 9 3366R Beadng, Ste[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 170551 17720408 4 137352 13 165291 14 13280324 15 13200300 16 11050600 23 169837 29 137180 31 1(73202X 32 140527 33 123487X 37 137040 38 ...... 40 124028)( 44 17670412 45 17000612 46 19091416 62 10040500 72 71070512 78 17060620 81 73510400 Control TWch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 [...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 SEAT ASSEMBLY 25 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 127427 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pvt St 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 4 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32 xl xl0 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 6 73800600 Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 B]k 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 9 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 [...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 DECALS 4 3 7 2_ 15 © 13 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 177097 2 176396 3 171828 4 171829 5 145005 7 171830 8 156867 11 156439 12 DESCRIPTION Decal Lower Dash Decal Engine Decal Hood Decal Fender Decal Battery Danger Decal Steering Decal, Oper sdl P/L Gear Decal Fender Dnger KEY PART NO. NO. 12 181249 13 146046 15 136832 -- 138311[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 271490 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 5 3 13 2 4 6 ,8 i, I' / i' .I' I' ,I 6 5 13 19 13 19 2O 15 2O 42[...]

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 271490 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger 2 159471 Shaft Asm Uft 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer PItd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted BIk 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Uft LH 12 1[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 MOWER DECK 86 4 149 44[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 271490 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170280 2 72140506 3 138017 4 169970 5 4939M 6 178024 8 850857 9 10030600 10 140296 11 134148 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485X 16 174493 19 132827 21 73680500 23 137607 24 105304X 25 123713)( 26 110452X 27 106736X428 28 19111016 29 106735X 30 173984 31 129963 32 153532 33 178342 36 131494 4O [...]

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 one (1) year 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 pa[...]

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure, 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of t[...]

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