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Poulan Pro LAWN TRACTOR PO17H42STA Owner's Manual

Poulan Pro LAWN TRACTOR PO17H42STA Owner's Manual

17.0 hp 42 inch lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO. PO17H42STA
17.0 HP 42 Inch
LawnTractor
Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Service and Adjustments
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Storage
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Troubleshooting
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Rel)air Parts
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
ForTechnical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
184217
Rev. 1 02.12.03
RH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MODEL NO. PO17H42STA 17.0 HP 42 Inch LawnTractor Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 ForTechnical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 MANUAL Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Rel)air Parts 184217 Rev.
  • Page 2 411 Safe Operation IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULTIN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. •...
  • Page 3 &Safe Operation 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. Never carry children.They may fall off and be seriously i njured or interfere with safe machine operation.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.25 GALLONS GASOLINE CAPACITY UNLEADED REGULAR AND TYPE: SAE 30 (above 32°F) OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OiL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS CHAMPION RC12YC SPARK PLUG: GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: REVERSE: TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: ;HARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Steering Shaft Insert Extension Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter PARTS Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt (2) Keys Slope Sheet...
  • Page 6 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...
  • Page 7 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. • Remove adiustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. •...
  • Page 8 CHECKTIRE 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 DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.
  • Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THRO'rrL_CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEOAL FREEWHEEL CONTROL Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. A'I-FACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: mower blades, or other attachments tractor.
  • Page 11 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 op- ,_FETY GLASSES erating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Yourtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutchengaged will shut off the engine. Select desired height of cut. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.
  • Page 13 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.
  • Page 14 Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    M A,NTENA.CE SC.EOULE REOU . SE.V.CE AS YOU COMPLETE FILL IN DATES kkB;::P 'eOsP:r:;i°n Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Cheek Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Befis Check Engine Oil Level I Change...
  • Page 16 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. 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" inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. •...
  • Page 18 (See Fig. 13) ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. • Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. • Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt. •...

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS MENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position, Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" 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 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18) • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en- gage parking brake. • Disengage transmission by placing freewhel control in "transmission disengaged" position. Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER _ FIG. 24 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstailation and beforeoperatingthe tractor. See "PU RGETRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL MENT...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Lift seat pan to raised position. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. • Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. First connect RED battery cable to positive(+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.Tighten securely.

  • Page 24: 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 tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bed 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operetor-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 27 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, SCHEMATIC WHITE IGNITION SWITCH IGNmON SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT =MAKE" M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2.+L B+A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE PRODUCT BATi-ERY FUSE '© ' ,O-€--- SOLENOID L ... CLUTCH/ BRAKE (PEDALUP) i...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts-Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, ELECTRICAL PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S. inches PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery Switch Interlock Push -In 176138 175685 Harness Asm Light W/4152J...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 26 31 PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PO17H42STA, PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION Chassis 174619 Drawbar 176554 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168336X010 Dash 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Panel Asm.
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, DRIVE PRODUCT _,_'_ NO. 954 56 91-89 • 51 120_ • 53 84 2...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle Hydro Gear Model 322- 0510 (Order parts from the transaxle manu- facturer) 165619 Rod, Shift 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 10040400 Washer Lock 1/4 74490544 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5116-18 UNC 73800600...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Auto Black Axle Asm Front 175131 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PRODUCT 1{_//_ NO. 954 56 91-89...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PO17H42STA, PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 170551 Control Throt/Ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20xl/2 Engine Briggs Model 31C707 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 IdTin Plated...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140116 Seat 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 73800600 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 19131614...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 157032 Decal Instruction Operat English/French 158168 Decal Ins Strg Wh 184869 Decal Hood Rh 184870 Decal Hood Lh 185411 Decal Replacement 170563 Decal, Warning 179128 Decal Deck =B"42" 158166 Decal Fender Logo WHEELS &...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, MOWER LIFT NOTE: PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 109413X...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, MOWER DECK PRODUCT _"_ _,,_"J'_ ,_45 ,- 37 _147 142 NO. 954 56 91-89 42_deck_man-t-path_3...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" Bolt 72140506 Bracket Asm Ft. Sway Bar 3/42 138017 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched 850857 Washer, Lock...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 45 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrantsto the originalconsumerpurchaserthat this product as manufactured isfree from defects in materi- als and workmanship. F or a periodof two (2) yearsfrom date of purchaseby the originalconsumer purchaser, w e will repair or replace, at ouroption, withoutcharge for parts or labor incurredin replacingparts, any part whichwe find to be defective due to materialsor workmanship.
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION & WARNING: down the face of slopes, slopes greater tipping or loss of control. changing direction 1. Fold this page along dotted 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically trunk or other upright 3.
  • Page 48 Poulan...

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