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Poulan Pro PR20PH42STA Owner's Manual

Poulan Pro PR20PH42STA Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
180265 Rev. 2 2.4.02 JH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 180265 Rev. 2 2.4.02 JH Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 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 • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 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: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 – 5.5 REVERSE: 0 –...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet...

  • 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.
  • Page 7 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing.
  • Page 8 I M P O R T A N T : F O R S H I P P I N G P U R P O S E S , T H E 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.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

  • Page 10: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE FORWARD...
  • Page 11 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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT...

  • Page 12: To Move Forward And Backward

    The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 13: To Operate On Hills

    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. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

  • Page 14: Before Starting The Engine

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level.

  • Page 15: Operation

    PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel- oped during shipping of your tractor.

  • Page 16: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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...

  • Page 17: Operator Presence System

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- 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 Adjust- ments section of this manual).
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES KNOBS COVER FOAM PRE-CLEANER FIG. 15 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...

  • Page 21: 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 inflated (See “PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BELT INSTALLATION - • Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of manual).

  • Page 23: To Remove Wheel For Repairs

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 25) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. •...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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.

  • Page 26: 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. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    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 Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE BLACK IGNITION SWITCH GREEN BLUE FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID 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 WHITE CLUTCH / BRAKE...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA ELECTRICAL D .C...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 UNC X 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, BTR FRT 1/4-20 x 7.5 150109 Hold Down Battery, Front 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon 176138...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 163976X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel Dash Lh 178298 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA DRIVE 227 218...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) Hydro gear Model 323-0510 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 179333 Clutch Elec 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 73800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins.
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 172393 Axle Cast Lt Machined 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART DESCRIPTION 175437X428 Control Throttle - - - - - - - - Engine, Briggs Model 407777 (Order parts from engine mfg.) 149723 Muffler Asm Twin Lo-Tone 159955...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 171684 Seat 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. 145006 Clip Push-In 73800600 Nut Hex w/Ins.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 164095 Decal Dash 176303 Decal Fender Auto 176273 Decal Hood LH 177020 Decal Side Panel 170851 Decal HP Engine 173587 Decal Reflector Rh 173589 Decal Reflector Lh 170563 Decal Warning Mower...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159461 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger 159476 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA MOWER DECK 132 91...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STA 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 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 45 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. 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 find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.

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