Poulan 271491 User Manual
MODEL NO. 271491
14.5 HP 38 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Ser vice 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
182989 Rev. 1 7.30.02 RD
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules .......................................... 2
Product Specifi cations........................... 5
Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 7
Operation............................................. 10
Maintenance Schedule........................ 16
Maintenance........................................ 16
Service and Adjustments..................... 20
Storage................................................ 25
Troubleshooting ................................... 26
Repair Parts......................................... 30
Warranty.............................................. 46
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing 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 in struc tions, to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mow ing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless ab so lute ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while back ing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine un at tend ed. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.
• Turn off blades when not mowing.
• Stop engine before removing grass
catcher or un clog ging chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial
light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for traffi c when operating near or
crossing road ways.
• Use extra care when loading or un load ing the machine into a trailer or
truck.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect them selves and
others from serious injury.
Keep machine free of grass , leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch
hot exhaust / engine parts and burn .
Do not allow the mower deck to plow
leaves or other debris which can cause
build-up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel
spillage before operating or storing the
machine . Allow machine to cool before
storage.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-control and tipover accidents, which can
re sult in severe injury or death. All slopes
require extra caution. If you cannot back
up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do
not mow it.
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide ob sta cles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer’s rec om men da tions for wheel weights or coun ter weights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or
other at tach ments. These can change
the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes
gradual
and
changes in speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
If tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly
down the slope.
DO NOT:
Do not
•
sary, and then, turn slowly and grad u al ly downhill, if possible.
. Do not make sudden
straight
turn on slopes unless nec es -
slow
2
•
Do not
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
traction could cause sliding.
Do not
•
putting your foot on the ground.
Do not
•
slopes.
mow near drop-offs, ditches,
mow on wet grass. Reduced
try to stabilize the machine by
use grass catcher on steep
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the op er a tor
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the ma-
Never
chine and the mowing activity.
sume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
down
and
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
for small children.
as-
IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are fl ammable and
vapors are explosive.
- Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is
an open fl ame, such as a
water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper op er a tion regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine run ning.
• Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, dam age, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check com po nents and replace with
manufacturer's rec om mend ed parts,
when nec es sary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
• 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 ab so lute ly necessary. Al ways 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.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not
across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear
so that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
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SAFETY RULES
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, dis en gage 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 nec es sary,
and then, turn slowly and grad u al ly
downhill, if possible.
Look for this symbol to point out
im por tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs,
always dis con nect spark plug wire and
place wire where it can not contact spark
plug.
CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
that are rec om mend ed by and comply with
spec i fi ca tions of the man u fac tur er of your
tractor. Use common sense when towing.
Operate only at the lowest possible speed
when on a slope. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dan ger ous. Tires can
lose trac tion with the ground and cause
you to lose control of your tractor.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some
of its constituents, and certain vehicle
com po nents contain or emit chem i cals
known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause
can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro ductive harm.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and
birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
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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 RC12YC
(Gap: .030")
Ground Speed (MPH):
Forward: 1st 1.1
2nd 2.2
3rd 3.4
4th 4.3
5th 5.5
Reverse: 1.7
Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI
Rear: 12 PSI
Charging 3 Amps Battery
System: 5 Amps Headlights
Battery: Amp/Hr: 28
Min. CCA: 230
Case Size: U1R
Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.
CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in main tain ing, caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under “Main te nance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this
own er’s manual.
WARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working
order by the op er a tor.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffl er is available through
your nearest authorized service center/
Department (See REPAIR PARTS section
of this manual).
CONGRATULATIONS on your pur chase
of a new tractor. It has been designed,
en gi neered and man u fac tured to give
you the best pos si ble de pend abil i ty and
per for mance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please con tact your
nearest authorized service center. We
have competent, well-trained tech ni cians
and the prop er tools to service or repair
this trac tor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to as sem ble
and maintain your tractor prop er ly. Always
observe the “SAFE TY RULES”.
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS
Steering Wheel
Steering
Wheel Insert
(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4
Steering Wheel
Adapter
(1) Hex nut 1/2-20
(1) Locknut
1/4-28
Seat
(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge
(1) Large Flat Washer
Steering
Extension
Steering
Boot
Shaft
(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use
Keys
(1)Knob
Slope Sheet
(2) Keys
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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION
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 as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Stan dard wrench sizes you need
are listed below.
(1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" wrench (1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure gauge
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this man ual, it means, from your point of
view, when you are in the op er at ing po sition (seat ed be hind the steer ing wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
1. Remove all accessible loose parts
and parts boxes from carton.
2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines
on all four corners of carton, and lay
panels fl at.
3. Check for any additional loose parts
or cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
7. Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steer ing wheel.
8. Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.
1/2 Hex Nut
Insert
Steering
Wheel
Adapter
1/4 Locknut
Large Flat
Washer
Steering
Boot
Tabs
Extension
Shaft
1/4 Hex
Bolt
ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND
BOOT
1. Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mount ing holes in extension and lower shafts and install 1/4
hex bolt and lock nut. Tighten securely.
IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut securely to 10-12 ft. lbs torque.
2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab
slots in dash and push down to secure.
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
3. Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
4. Remove steering wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steer ing shaft ex ten sion.
5. Position steering wheel so cross bars
are hor i zon tal (left to right) and slide
inside boot and onto adapt er.
6. Assemble large fl at washer, 1/2 hex nut
and tighten se cure ly.
Lower
Steering
Shaft
Ta b
Slots
CHECK BATTERY
1. Lift seat pan to raised position.
NOTE: If this battery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
(label located between terminals) charge
battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance
section of this manual for charging instructions).
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Seat pan
Label
Terminal
Terminal
02602
INSTALL SEAT
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment
knob.
1. Remove adjustment knob and fl at
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 is positioned over large
slotted hole in pan.
4. Push down on seat to engage shoul der
bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of
tractor.
5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as sem ble adjustment knob and fl at
washer loosely. Do not tighten.
6. Lower seat into operating position and
sit in seat.
7. Slide seat until a comfortable position
is reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
8. Get off seat without moving its ad just ed position.
9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment
knob securely.
Seat
Seat Pan
02466
Flat Washer
Shoulder
Bolt
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Op er a tion section for location and
function of con trols)
1. Press lift lever plunger and raise
at tach ment lift lever to its highest po si tion.
2. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake ped al.
3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)
po si tion.
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
5. Remove banding holding defl ector
shield guard up against tractor.
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Op er a tion section for location and
func tion of con trols)
WARNING: Before starting, read, un-
der stand and follow all in struc tions in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other
people and objects.
1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been com plet ed.
2. Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank
with gasoline.
3. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
5. Press lift lever plunger and raise
at tach ment lift lever to its highest position.
6. Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle
position.
7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full
"BRAKE" position and hold. Move
gearshift lever to 1st gear.
8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and
slowly drive tractor off skid.
9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park-
ing brake and place gearshift lever in
neutral position.
10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue with the instructions that follow.
Adjustment
Knob
02464
NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate
instruction below to remove the tractor
from the skid.
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were over in fl ated at the factory for shipping pur pos es.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
“PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section
of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
OF ALL BELTS
See the fi gures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts
in the Service and Adjustments sec tion
of this manual. Verify that the belts are
routed correctly.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See
“TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly
adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in
the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual.
✓
CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new trac tor, we
wish to assure that you receive the best
per for mance and sat is fac tion from this
Quality Prod uct.
Please review the following checklist:
✓ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
✓ No remaining loose parts in carton.
✓ Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
✓ All tires are properly infl ated. (For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were overinfl ated at the factory).
✓ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly infl ated
for leveling).
✓ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
✓ Check wiring. See that all con nec tions
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor, pay
extra attention to the following important
items:
✓ Engine oil is at proper level.
✓ Fuel tank is fi lled with fresh, clean, regu-
lar unleaded gasoline.
✓ Become familiar with all controls, their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operat-
ing condition.
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OPERATION
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.
BATTERY CAUTION OR
ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE
FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED
WARNING
REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW
REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW
LIGHTS ON
PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED
OVER TEMP
LIGHT
UNLOCKED
PARKING BRAKE
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MOWER LIFT
P
15
ATTACHMENT
IGNITION
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
CLUTCH DISENGAGED
KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)
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