MODEL NO. PO15538D15.5 HP 38 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 can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safe
12OPERATIONTO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes great er than 15° and do not drive across any slope.• Choose t
13OPERATION MOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for be
14MAINTENANCEBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake OperationClean Air FilterChange Engine Oil (with oil fil
15MAINTENANCEBLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8)• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.• Remove blade bolt, lock washer and fl
16CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed ai
17MAINTENANCE00667CLAMPFUELFILTERCLAMPFIG. 12CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign matter.• Keep fi nished surfac
18SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST-MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully an
19SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS00598TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properl
2DO NOT:• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditch
20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSFIG. 19FIG. 18384202373MANDRELPULLEYRETAINER SPRINGR.H. SUSPENSION ARMMANDRELPULLEYIDLERPULLEYSENGINE PULLEYTO REPLACE MOTION
21FIG. 20TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- MENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forw
22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 25)• Raise hood.• Unsnap headlight wire connector.• Stand in fro
23STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.WARNING: Never
24TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSWill not start 1. Out of fuel.
25TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
42LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi-als an
4315 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
3WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug
4PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons and type: Unleaded RegularOil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 3
5UNASSEMBLED PARTSSteering WheelSteering Wheel InsertSteeringBootSteering Wheel Adapter(1) Bolt(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 GaugeSeat(2) KeysSlope
6HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORINSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2)Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.• Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fl at
7ASSEMBLYTO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and function of con trols)• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachmen
8ASSEMBLY✓CHE CKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEIVE THE BEST PER FORM ANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM
9OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSA
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