Poulan PDGT26H48C owner manual To Adjust Attachment Clutch See Fig, To Check and Adjust Brake

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 26)

The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center/department.

•Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in “OFF” position.

•Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot locations cut in side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate.

ROTOR

 

 

 

 

00751

SLOT (3)

CLUTCH PLATE

.012"

 

 

NYLON LOCKNUT (3)

 

BRAKE PLATE

FIG. 26

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.

TO CHECK BRAKE

•Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en- gage parking brake.

•Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE/REPLACE PADS

Contact a qualified service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of this manual.)

BELT REMOVAL -

•Create slack in belt by removing retainer spring from drive belt tension handle.

•Remove belt from all idler pulleys, transaxle pulley and then from engine pulley.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt around engine pulley first, then around transaxle pulley and lastly into all the idler pulleys.

•Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of all belt keepers.

•Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring.

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Reinstall mower.

 

 

 

 

RETAINER

 

 

 

 

 

SPRING

 

 

 

 

 

DRIVE BELT

 

 

 

 

 

TENSION HANDLE

 

 

02504

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE PULLEY

 

 

TRANSAXLE

 

BELT KEEPER

 

PULLEY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FLAT IDLER

 

 

 

 

 

 

BELT

 

BELT

BELT

 

2498

KEEPER

 

KEEPER

 

 

 

 

CLUTCHING

CLUTCHING

 

V-IDLER

KEEPER

 

 

 

IDLER

FLAT IDLER

 

 

 

 

FIG. 27

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 28)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

•Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to “OFF” position and engage parking brake.

•Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel.

•Move motion control lever to the neutral position (N).

•Tighten the adjustment bolt.

02508

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FIG. 28

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See“PURGETRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual.

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Contents PDGT26H48C II. Slope Operation IV. ServiceSafe Operation Practices for RIDE-ON Mowers General OperationTable of Contents Customer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsUnassembled Parts To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig Install Seat See FigTo Attach Nose Roller See Fig Install Mower and Drive Belt See FigsCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Mower Levelness Operation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Transport See Figs To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Check Engine OIL LevelAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing TipsPurge Transmission Before Each USE MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Tractor Transaxle Pump Fluid EngineBelts Transaxle CoolingCleaning To Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Mower Blade Secondary Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Mower Drive BeltTransmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT To Adjust Attachment Clutch See FigTo Check and Adjust Brake Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERInterlocks and Relays To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbCylinders OtherFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsWith attachment clutch Tractor Model Number PDGT26H48C SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures 183569 Bracket Asm., Fender 153 Ground DriveTransaxle Hydro Gear Steering Assembly 180656 Wheel, Steering Engine KEY Part NO. NO. Description Lift Assembly Repair Parts Seat Assembly Wheels & Tires DecalsMower Deck KEY Part NO. NO. Description Limited Warranty Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationParts and Service

PDGT26H48C specifications

The Poulan PDGT26H48C is a versatile and robust lawn tractor designed for homeowners seeking efficiency and performance in lawn maintenance. With its powerful engine and durable construction, it stands out in the lawn care market, making it a reliable choice for mowing larger yards.

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One of the key features of the Poulan PDGT26H48C is its 48-inch cutting deck, which allows for wide cutting swath and faster mowing. The deck is designed with three adjustable blades, providing a clean and even cut regardless of the grass type or terrain. With cutting height adjustments ranging from 1 to 4 inches, users can customize their mowing height for optimal results throughout the growing season.

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Another notable characteristic is the convenient front-mounted headlights, which extend usability into the early morning or late evening hours. This feature is particularly beneficial during busy seasons when time is of the essence.

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