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Poulan Pro PR17H42STF Owner's Manual

Poulan Pro PR17H42STF Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
DO NOT THROW AWAY
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL:
PR17H42STF
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read
this
Owner's
Manual
and
follow
all Warnings
and
Safety
Instructions.
Failure
to do so
can
result
in serious
injury.
ALWAYS
WEAR
EYE
PROTECTION
DURING
OPERATION
183041
3.6.02 TR
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR17H42STF LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTION DO NOT THROW AWAY WARNING: Read this Owner's follow all Warnings Instructions. result in serious DURING OPERATION Manual Safety Failure to do so injury. 183041 3.6.02 TR Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 2: General Operation

    & s.FEoPE...o.P..C CESFO...OE N.OW .S 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand,and followall instructions inthe manual and on the machine before starting.

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    & Safe Operation • Be sure the area isclear 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: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: W/OFILTER: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC 3AP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forward: Reverse TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS Battery...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED Steering Wheel Steering Extension Shaft Sleeve Steering Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 PARTS © Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob _i_ _L_-- Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Seat Slope Sheet...

  • Page 6: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception ofthose parts left unassembled forshipping 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 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove edjustment knoband flatwasher securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. •...
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT: SHIPISING MULCHER PLATE PREATTACHED MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED MOWER...

  • Page 9: 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 R N H L AI-rACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE...

  • Page 10: Know Your Tractor

    KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor tofamiliarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTR( CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FREE WHEEL CONTRq Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 11 HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 6) TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

  • Page 12: To Operate On Hills

    TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe groundwhen 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 13 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE oIL LEVEL • The engine in you r tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oilwith 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 14: Mowing Tips

    • Disengage transmission byplacing freewheel controlin freewheeling 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 slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

  • Page 15: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER F,L. ,.oA s MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE RE G U LAR 8ER V ICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Baits Clean Battery and Terminals Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
  • Page 16 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 ADJ UST BRAKE" inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt toopen or removecapsor covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BA[-rERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...

  • Page 18: Air Filter

    CUSTOMER ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to preventengine damagefrom overheating.See enginemanual. AIR FILTER Your engine will not runp ropedy usinga dirtyai rfilter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season.

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • 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. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or ddveway. Make sure tires are prepedy inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" Section ofthis manual). Iftiresare over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower, SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CONTROL FIG. 25 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The frontwheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 28 TERMINAL COVER _. _NUT POSITIVE (RED CABLE FIG. 29 REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pullbulb holder out of the hole inthe backside ofthe gdlL • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 24 Immediately prepare your tractorfor storage at the end ofthe season or ifthe 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 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. Engine flo_led. 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-salety 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. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandmls.
  • Page 27 WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. IGNmON SWITCH _mON ClRCU. I "MA_-I OFF I M-,-G.A1 I NONEI B+A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE PR17H42STF, PRODUCT BATrERY FUSE ' © ' O_,'-- CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHffEI... BLACK j;:o_ A'R"MENTCLUTCH...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, ELECTRICAL " PRODUCT I_.__ P" NUMBER 954 56 65-08...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Battery Box 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In...

  • Page 30: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337)(012 Dash PfL...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 DRIVE...
  • Page 33 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive 169691 Keeper, Center Span 17120614 Screw 3/8-16 x .875 8883R Cover, Pedal 175410 Pulley, Engine 71170764 Belt, Hex 10040700 Washer PR17H42STF, PRODUCT PART 154778 142432 134683 169183 169182 137057 121749X 12000001 123583X 121748X 165596 123782X...

  • Page 34: Steering Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER STEERING ASSEMBLY • t L ... 51_54 91 _ o; 71 PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 18O656 Wheel Steering 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 16984O Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X...

  • Page 36: Seat Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 14O551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 318-16 Uric X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 145OO6 Clip Push-In 738OO6OO Nut Hex w!lns.
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 157032 DecalOper 176303 Decal Fender Side 176308 Decal Hood LH 178206 Decal Side Panel Logo 180436 Decal HP Engine 179128 Decal Deck "B" 42" 180891 Decal Repl, Parts 170563...

  • Page 38: Optional Equipment

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 6508 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, ENGINE PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 170551 Control Th/ch Flag 1772O408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, Briggs Model 31G777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 137352 Muffler 165291 Gasket Eng 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy...

  • Page 40: Mower Deck

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 MOWER DECK 103 105 ,146 102 / >21...
  • Page 41 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened 155046 Arm, Idler 122052X Spacer, Retainer 173442 Guard TUV Idler 171598 Knob PR17H42STF, PRODUCT PART DESCRIPTION 144959 V-Belt, 42" Mower 180532 Bracket Asm. Noseroller LH 132264 Roller, Nose 180533 Bracket Asm. Noseroller RH...

  • Page 42: Product Number

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER MOWER LIFT 13_---_ PR17H42STF, 25 24 1/50 PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 161718...

  • Page 43: Mower Lift

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm tnnedSprg W/plunger LT Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 159471 Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 105767X 12O00002 E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga...
  • Page 44 NOTES...
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  • Page 46: Limited Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants tothe originalconsumer purchaserthat this productas manufacturedis free from defects in materialsand workmanship.For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the originalconsumerpurchaser,we will repair or replace, at our option, withoutcharge for pads or labor incurredin replacingparts, any part which we find to be defectivedue to materials or workmanship.This Warrantyis subjectto the following limitations and exclusions.

  • Page 47: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.

  • Page 48: Parts And Service

    PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product quality standards. As with all mechanical necessary during the life of your unit. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT Consult your dealer/place Consult the yellow pages (under "saws" Chain Blowers). For replacement parts, Model Number/Manufacturer's Description of part.

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