Poulan SP24H48YT User Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. SP24H48YT
24 HP 48 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
195478 Rev. 1 3.18.05 RD
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty................................................ 2
Safety Rules .......................................... 3
Product Specifi cations........................... 6
Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8
Operation............................................. 13
Maintenance ....................................... 20
Maintenance Schedule........................ 20
Service and Adjustments..................... 24
Storage................................................ 31
Troubleshooting ................................... 32
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as
manufactured is free from defects in materials 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 fi nd to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is
subject to the following limitations and exclusions.
1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other than EHP manufactured transaxle/
transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or components parts
thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items.
2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment
are the responsibility of the pur chaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such
return is requested by Electrolux Home Products.
3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without
charge to you, any battery which we fi nd to be defective in manufacture, during the
fi rst ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we will exchange the Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date
of the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions
furnished.
4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is
limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase.
5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and main tained in ac cor dance with the instructions furnished. This
Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of
the product.
6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal
wear, normal adjustments, stan dard hardware and normal maintenance.
7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an
authorized service dealer.
Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:
Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept.
250 Bobby Jones Expressway
Augusta, GA 30909 USA
In Canada contact:
Electrolux Canada Corp.
7075 Ordan Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L5T 1K6
giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the
name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WAR RAN TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME
PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas do
not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied
Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
Warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
locale to locale.
This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defi ned in the MagnusonMoss Act of 1975.
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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.
WARNING: In order to prevent
ac ci den tal 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.
WARNING: Do not coast down a
hill in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
WARNING: Tow only the at tach ments 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 produc tive 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.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine. Keep clear
of the discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blades.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-
ers before operating. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Never direct discharged material
toward anyone. Avoid discharging
material against a wall or obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the
operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the
entire grass catcher, discharge guard,
or other safety devices in place and
working.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades,
set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
• Disengage blades when not mowing.
Shut off engine and wait for all parts to
come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass
catcher, or unclogging the discharge
guard.
• Operate machine 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 roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
• Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
• 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
themselves and others from serious
injury.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.
• 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.
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SAFETY RULES
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of
control and tip-over accidents, which can
result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If
you cannot back up the slope or if you feel
uneasy on it, do not mow it.
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
• Choose a low ground speed so that
you will not have to stop or shift while
on the slope.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may
lose traction.
Always keep the machine in gear when
going down slopes. Do not shift to
neutral and coast downhill.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on
a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do not make sudden
changes in speed or direction, which
could cause the machine to roll over.
• Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability
of the machine. Do no use on steep
slopes.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,
or embankments. The machine could
suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the
edge or if the edge caves in.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last
saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if a child
enters the area.
• Before and while backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Never carry children, even with the
blades shut off. They may fall off and
be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation. Children who
have been given rides in the past may
suddenly appear in the mowing area
for another ride and be run over or
backed over by the machine.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may block your view of a child.
IV. TOWING
• Tow only with a machine that has a
hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the
hitch point.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.
• Never allow children or others in or on
towed equipment.
• On slopes, the weight of the towed
equipment may cause loss of traction
and loss of control.
• Travel slowly and allow extra distance
to stop.
V. SERVICE
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, use extreme care in handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely fl ammable
and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,
and other sources of ignition.
• Use only approved gasoline container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Allow engine to
cool before refueling.
• Never fuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open fl ame,
spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or other appliances.
• Never fi ll containers inside a vehicle
or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic
liner. Always place containers on the
ground away from your vehicle when
fi lling.
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SAFETY RULES
• Remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
• Never overfi ll fuel tank. Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.
GENERAL SERVICE
• Never operate machine in a closed
area.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel-soaked
debris. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
• If you strike a foreign object, stop and
inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Never make any adjustments or repairs
with the engine running.
• Check grass catcher components and
the discharge guard frequently and
replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the
blade or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children, even with the
blades shut off. They may fall off and
be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation. Children who
have been given rides in the past may
suddenly appear in the mowing area
for another ride and be run over or
backed over by the machine.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if a child
enters the area.
• Before and while backing, look behind
and down for small children.
• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
not across.
• Choose a low ground speed so that
you will not have to stop or shift while
on the slope.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on
a slope. If the 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 necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline 4.0 Gallons
Capacity Unleaded
and Type: Regular
Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)
(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30
(Below 32°F)
Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints
W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints
Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC
(GapP: .040")
Ground Speed Forward: 5.5
(MPH): Reverse: 2.4
Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI
Rear: 10 PSI
Charging 16 Amps @ 3600RPM
System:
Battery: Amp/Hr: 35
Min. CCA: 280
Case Size: U1R
Blade Bolt 45-55 Ft. Lbs.
Torque:
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/
department . We have competent, welltrained 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”.
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).
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Steering
Wheel
Adapter
UNASSEMBLED PARTS
Steering Wheel
Steering
Sleeve
Gauge Wheels
(4) Adjusting Bar
(4) Retainer Springs
(double loop)
(4) Washers
3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.
(4) Clevis Pins
(4) Locknut 3/8-16
(4) Wheels
Nose Roller
Retainer
Spring
Rod
(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1
Mower
(5) Retainer Springs
(double loop)
(2) Locknuts
5/16-18
Nose Roller
Brackets
(2) Retainer Springs
(single loop)
(4) Shoulder Bolt
Seat
(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge
(1) Knob
(1)Front Plate
Assembly
(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use
Keys
(2) Keys
7
(2)Flanged
Pins
Slope Sheet
ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION
02173
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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
(1) 9/16" 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 along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels fl at.
3. Remove mower and packing ma te ri als.
4. Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
1. Remove locknut and large fl at wash er
from steering shaft.
2. Position front wheels of the tractor so
they are pointing straight forward.
3. Slide the steering sleeve over the
steering shaft.
4. Position steering wheel so cross bars
are horizontal (left to right) and slide
onto steering wheel adapter.
5. Secure steering wheel to steering
shaft with locknut and large fl at wash er
pre vi ous ly removed. Tighten securely.
6. Snap steering wheel insert into center
of steering wheel.
7. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any
staples in skid that may puncture tires
where tractor is to roll off skid.
Steering Wheel
Insert
Lock Nut
Large Flat
Washer
Steering Wheel
Steering
Steering
Shaft
Steering
Sleeve
Wheel
Adaptor
CHECK BATTERY
1. Lift hood 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).
Label
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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 bolts are positioned over the
large slotted holes in pan.
4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder
bolts in slots 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
Shoulder
Bolts
02615
Flat Washer
Adjustment Knob
2617
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NOTE: You may now roll or drive your
tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate
instruction below to remove the tractor
from the skid.
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
attachment lift lever to its highest
po si tion.
2. Release parking brake by de press ing
clutch/brake ped al.
3. Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion disengaged position" (See
“TO TRANS PORT” in the Op er a tion
section of this manual).
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID
(See Op er a tion section for location
and function of con trols)
WARNING: Before start ing, read, un-
der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the
Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure
tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other
peo ple and objects.
1. Be sure all the above assembly steps
have been completed.
2. Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank
with gasoline.
3. Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion engaged" position (see "TO
TRANSPORT" in Operation section of
this manual).
4. Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
5. Place motion control lever in neutral
(N) position.
6. Press lift lever plunger and raise
attachment lift lever to its highest position.
7. Start the engine. After engine has
started, move throttle control to idle
position.
8. Release parking brake.
9. Slowly move the mo tion control lever
for ward and slowly drive tractor off
skid.
10.Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing
brake and place motion con trol lever in
neutral po si tion.
11.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.
Continue with the in struc tions that follow.
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TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER
1. Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the
inside of mower mounting brack ets as
shown. Tighten securely.
NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are po si tioned in tab holes in mower brackets.
2. Position nose roller between brackets
and install rod and retainer spring.
Hex Bolt
Rod
"B"
Bracket
Nose Roller
Ta b
Hole
"A" Bracket
Lock
Nut
02612
Retainer Spring
ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO
MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower
performance.
1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into
bracket channel, Be sure that gauge
wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
As sem ble gauge wheels as shown
using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and
3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten
securely.
2. For ease of mower to tractor as sem bly,
raise gauge wheels to highest position
and retain with clevis pins and spring
retainers.
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing mower. See “TO ADJUST GAUGE
WHEELS” in the Operation sec tion of this
manual.
Retainer
Spring
Pin
Shoulder
Bolt
Gauge
Wheel
Ad just ing
Bar
3/8 Washer
3/8-16 Center
Locknut
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INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE
BELT
Be sure tractor is on level surface and
mower suspension arms are raised with
attachment lift control. Engage park ing
brake.
1. Cut and remove ties securing antisway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway
bar to left side of mower deck.
2. Slide mower under tractor with defl ector shield to right side of tractor.
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.
3. If equipped, turn height ad just ment
knob coun ter clock wise until it stops.
4. Lower mower linkage with attachment
lift control.
5. Be sure belt tension rod is in dis en gaged position.
6. Install belt into electric clutch pulley
groove.
7. Place the suspension arms on outward
pointing deck pins. Retain with double
loop re tain er spring with loops up as
shown.
8. Install front plate assembly to tractor
suspension brackets and retain with
single loop retainer springs as shown.
Belt Tension Rod
Disengaged Position
Chassis
Bracket
Gauge
Wheel
Lock Bracket
9. Position front plate assembly between
front mower brackets. Raise deck and
plate assembly to align holes and
insert fl anged pins. Secure pins with
double loop retainer springs between
the plate assembly and mower brack ets.
NOTE: To assist in locating hole in fl anged
pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on
head of pin. If necessary, move mower
side-to-side to give space between plate
and mower brackets.
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.
10.Engage belt tension rod by pushing
rod into locking bracket.
CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.
11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis
bracket under left foot rest and retain
with double loop retainer spring.
12.If equipped, turn height adjustment
knob clock wise to remove slack from
mower sus pen sion.
13.Raise deck to highest position.
14.Adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing
mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.
Electric Clutch
Pulley
Front
Mower
Bracket
Front
Suspension
Brackets
Front Plate
Assembly
Double
Loop Retainer
Springs
Flanged
Pin
Single
Loop
Retainer
Springs
Double Loop
Retainer
Spring
USE PLIERS FOR
RETAINER SPRINGS
Loop Up
Anti-Sway
Bar
Suspension Arms
Double Loop
Retainer Spring
(Outward pointing
deck pins)
02510
De fl ec tor Shield
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