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iMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
03032
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
EL:
P
042YT
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
430097
Rev. 1 o8.1_.o_
AP
Printed inthe U.S.A.
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- Page 1 iMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 03032 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 042YT LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 430097 Rev.
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURETO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent acci=...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. 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 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. 2.50 Gallons Gasoline Capacity and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you can not easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)
- Page 5 PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY LABEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the Vf CHECKLIST instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE _WARNING: Beforestarting, read, understand and follow WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST all instructions in the Operation section of this manual.
- Page 7 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH CHOKE FAST SLOW iGNiTiON SWITCH G o, l ® ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE...
- Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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. 03104 Fig. 4 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 a wide vision safety mask over spec= tacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 10 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut offthe cutting height.
- Page 11 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above) • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
- Page 12 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation v" Check Tire Pressure v" Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" v" Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Check/Replace v"...
- Page 13 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu= CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap-...
- Page 14 MAINTENANCE V=BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE 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 MAINTENANCE Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "EN- IN=LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) GAGED" position. Remain in the operator's position with The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned. filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the...
- Page 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. •...
- Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION BELT DRIVE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 2g) (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL- • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 30) • Replace axle cover. The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to is preset at the factory;...
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE (See Figs. 33 and 34) Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. WARNING: Do not short battery termi= nals by allowing a wrench or any other TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY object to contact both terminals...
- Page 22 STORAGE ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...
- Page 23 TROU OOTI G POI CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 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. Dirty air filter.
- Page 24 BLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Excessive Bent blade mandrel. Replace blade mandrel. vibration Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts. Loose/damaged part(s). Faulty operator-safety presence control Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues...
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- Page 28 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, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.