Poulan PR18542STC To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See Fig, To Adjust Choke Control See Fig

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 29)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.

•Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 30)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.

•Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

•Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

•Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE T H E F A C T O R Y H I G H S P E E D S E T T I N G C A N B E DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR N E A R E S T A U T H O R I Z E D S E R V I C E C E N T E R / DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND E X P E R I E N C E T O M A K E A N Y N E C E S S A R Y ADJUSTMENTS.

STOP

SWIVELCLAMP SCREW

FIG. 29

CLAMP SCREW

FIG. 30

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Contents PR18542STC Safe Operation Practices for RIDE-ON Mowers Safety RulesTable of Contents Customer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsKeys Slope Sheet Unassembled HardwareSteering Wheel SeatTo Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstall Seat See Fig Check Deck Levelness To SET UP Your Mower for MulchingTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Tire PressureOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine Mulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsTo Start Engine See Fig Before Each USE General Recommendations Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities Tractor Engine Spark Plugs CleaningEngine OIL Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Brake See FigTransaxle Gear Shift Lever Neutral Adjustment See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERInterlocks and Relays Replacing Battery See FigsTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig To Replace Headlight BulbTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigTo Adjust Choke Control See Fig Engine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsWhen operator leaves Tractor - Model Number PR18542STC Schematic2122 Electrical121433X 175158175566 175141Chassis and Enclosures 174930 174619176554 30 169470X428 FenderDrive 73900600 175410175765 72140608Steering Assembly 175118 175121177876 175146174894 Seat AssemblyWheels and Tires DecalsSpark Arrester Engine Optional EquipmentEngine Mower Deck 165890X421 71081010174493 17060514Mower Lift 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT Page Limited Warranty Policy Sighting Guide Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationParts and Service
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