Poulan 178500 To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment, Front Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment, Rear Wheel

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRACTOR V-BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC

VIEWED FROM L.H. SIDE OF TRACTOR

 

 

CLUTCH-

 

 

 

ING IDLER

BELT

 

CLUTCHING

 

KEEPER

ENGINE

FLAT IDLER

 

ABOVE BELT

 

 

PULLEY

 

 

V-IDLER

KEEPER

 

 

 

 

 

BELT

 

 

 

KEEPER

BELT

 

 

 

TWISTS

 

ENGINE

BELT

TRANSAXLE

KEEPER

PULLEY

PULLEY

 

 

 

V-IDLER

 

 

AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM

 

 

FIG. 28

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 29) -

•Position front wheels straight ahead.

•Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions “A” and “B”).

•Front dimension “A” should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than rear dimension “B”.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 29 and 30) -

•Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

•Adjust tie rod until dimension “A” is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension “B”.

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department.

B

FRONT OF TRACTOR

A

FIG. 29

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVES

TIE ROD

JAM NUTS

FIG. 30

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 31)

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

•Block rear axle securely.

•Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

FIG. 31

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Contents PRGT2046B II. Slope Operation Safety RulesIV. Service General OperationSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesTable of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack 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 Convert to Bagging or Discharging To SET UP Your Mower for Mulching See FigInstall Mulcher Plate See Fig Install Mower and Drive Belt See FigsCheck Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Mower Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor Height Adjustment Knob Used to adjust the mower heightHOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate Mower See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate on Hills To TransportADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineMowing Tips Check Engine OIL LevelProvide the best recutting action of the blades Mulching Mowing TipsBefore Each USE Service DatesCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsTractor Transaxle Cooling Clean AIR ScreenEngine BeltsMuffler CleaningClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Engine OIL FilterTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Mower Drive BeltTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Attachment Clutch See FigTo Adjust Brake See Fig Belt InstallationTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentFront Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment Front Wheel CamberTo Replace Fuse To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Adjust Choke Control See Fig To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See FigTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsWith attachment clutch Tractor - Model Number PRGT2046B SchematicElectrical 178861 KEY Part DescriptionChassis and Enclosures 177956 175282177679 175289X428117 4855 150 6156 Ground Drive150035 Nyliner 7563R Washer, Thrust, AxleSteering Assembly 137156 137347Engine 175440X428 177748175437X428 KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Seat Assembly178501 DecalsWheels & Tires 178500Lift Assembly 175689 175805175560 Mower Deck 178342 174493Transaxle Repair Parts Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty Slope Sighting Guide CUT This OUT Dotted Is aParts and Service

178500 specifications

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