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Poulan Pro PK20H42YT Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
OPERATOR'S MAN UAL
MODEL:
PK20H42YT
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result
in serious injury.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
402956
Rev.1 03.t6.06
TR/VB
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MAN UAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PK20H42YT LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 402956 Rev.1 03.t6.06 TR/VB...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATING HANDSAND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCOULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II1. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never operate machine in a closed area. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2.50 Gallons Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Follow the instructions under "Maintenance"...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means ADJUST SEAT (See Fig.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Roll tractor forward off skid. ,/CHECKLIST Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE tractor. WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PER- FORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- PROD UC T.
  • Page 7 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 8 OPERATION 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. 03102 FIG. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 9 OPERATION 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 10 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) 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 11 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 3 and 11) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse position.
  • Page 12 OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, 87 octane.
  • Page 13 OPERATION Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (t/2) speed. Disengage parking brake. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure three times. Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY MAINTENANCE BEFORE BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure 3heck Operator Presence & ROS Systems v" Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals...
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest tractor.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15) Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush Determine temperature range expected before oil change. until bright. All oil must meet API service classification C. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLAMP_. Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. FUEL FILTER ---4._ MUFFLER FIG. 16 Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 18 ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on FIG. 21 rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and retainer spring. Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. Repeat on opposite side of tractor.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on level ground or driveway. your hands with gloves and/or wrap I& CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect blade with heavy cloth. Raise mower to its highest position. At both sides of mower, position blade at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade to the ground.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BELT INSTALLATION - Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer- ing plate (F) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (G). Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). Pull belt toward rear of tractor.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. Replace axle cover. 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.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ENGINE Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start Oat of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Weak or dead battery.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system 1. Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

  • Page 27: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als 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,...
  • Page 28 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 29 NOTES...
  • Page 30 PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For replacement parts, have available the following information: Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D.