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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PD2042STA
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Do Not Throw Away
02478
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Man u al and follow all Warn-
ings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
185491 Rev. 3 02.17.03
RH/rad/RH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Do Not Throw Away 02478 WARNING: Read this Owner's Man u al and follow all Warn- ings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. 185491 Rev. 3 02.17.03 Printed in U.S.A. RH/rad/RH...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 3 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER W/O FILTER 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAM PI ON QC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forward: Reverse: TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT:...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft (4) Adjusting (4) Retainer Springs (4) Shoulder Bolt (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (2) Mulch Blades (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 7 • Get off seat without moving its ad just ed position. • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. SEAT SEAT PAN FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3) • Lift seat pan to raised position. •...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING.

  • Page 9: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. REVERSE NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL...
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the fi rst cut relatively high; the sec ond to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.

  • Page 13: Before Starting The Engine

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already fi lled with sum mer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level.
  • Page 14 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. •...

  • Page 15: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak”...
  • Page 18 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fi...

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...

  • Page 20: To Level Mower Housing

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER”...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STA TION ARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 24 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL- ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 25) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory;...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 27) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 30) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. HOOD FIG.

  • Page 25: Storage

    Immediately 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 store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl...

  • Page 26: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine fl ooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air fi lter. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment.

  • Page 27: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
  • Page 28 NOTES...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE BATTERY FUSE CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE BLACK...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ELECTRICAL D .C...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 12 Volt 35 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Battery Box 176138...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis_elite sv_pro_2...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X012 Dash P/L 72140608...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) (Order parts from transaxle manu- facturer) 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18" tires 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 121520X...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PART DESCRIPTION 180656 Wheel Steering 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push-In 73800600...
  • Page 39 Decal Fender Refl ector LH 145005 Decal Bat Dan/Psn 179768X428 Pad Footrest LH 179769X428 Pad Footrest RH 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 185491 Manual Owner's (English) 185492 Manual Owner's (French) PART DESCRIPTION 59192 Cap Valve Tire 65139 Stem Valve...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART DESCRIPTION 170771 Control Th/ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T - - - - - - - - Engine, Briggs Model 407777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 149723 Muffl...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 184432 Wire Asm 159476 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 178981 Pin Groove 2" Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 175830...

  • Page 42: Mower Deck

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER DECK 153 154 42_deck_man-t-path_4.

  • Page 43: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 182032X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 72140506 Bolt 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857...
  • Page 44 NOTES...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als 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...
  • Page 46 POLICY ® Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contained below, will,at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (which as used herein means and includes the transaxle, gear box, transmission, differential and right angle drives, and any part of the Power Train Component), EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorporated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes, which is found upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh’s factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.

  • Page 48: Parts And Service

    PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit.

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