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Poulan Pro PRGT22H50D Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PRGT22H50D
WARNING:
Read the Owner's Manual and follow
all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious
injury.
LAWN TRACTOR
Always
Wear Eye Protection
During Operation
178497
02.27.01
RH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PRGT22H50D LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection Do Not Throw Away Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. During Operation WARNING: 178497 02.27.01...
  • Page 2 & :Safe Operation 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 follow all instructions in the man ual 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 ways look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED OILTYPE (API_SF_SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: W/OFILTER: SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: REVERSE: TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM BATTERY: AMP/HR: MIN.
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED Steering Wheel Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (5) Retainer Springs (_'_sp (double loop) Retainer Springs (single loop) (1)Front Plate Assembly (2)Flanged Pins PARTS Steering Sleeve (4) Wheels Steering Sleeve Extension...
  • 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.
  • Page 7 (See Fig. 3) INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and setasidefor assembly of seat to tractor. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.
  • Page 8 TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as shown. Tighten hardware securely.
  • Page 9 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 REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE L,GHTSO. OVI,_TEMP t FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE FREEWHEEL CONTROL Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 12 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 ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe 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 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 PURGE TRANSMISSION freewheel lever while the engine is CAUTION:Neverengageordisengage 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 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 Lubdcation Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check TransaxIe Cooling Adjust Blade Beit(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER 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 Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. Remove terminal guard. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" Turn ignition key '=OFF" 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 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SlDE-TO_SlDE. THE FOLLOWING FRONT_TO_BACK NECESSARY, BE SU RE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWERWlLL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rearwhen the mower is in its highest position.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket. Install new belt in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown. Roll belt over R.H.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL (See Fig. 27) NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Park tractor on level surface. ignition keyto"OFF" position and engage parking brake. Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 30) Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS KEPS NUT TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR TERMINAl GUARE FIG. 32 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole inthe backside of the g dll. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. Close hood.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 35) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.

  • Page 27: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe end of the 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, Allow the engine before storing in any enclosure.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor Engine valves out of adjustment. Extreme cold conditions. Hard to start Dirty air filter.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety when operator leaves seal 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 mandrels.
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 31 CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT f16 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM SWITCH L POSITION CIRCUIT C+G,B+H C+F,B+E,A+D RELAY NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS PRGT22H50D SOLENOID SPARK PLUGS BLACK (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR D_SCONNECTED) HEADLIGHTS...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D i...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 X 7.5 zinc 150109 Holdown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ..,.,.,.,-_ 1 38 p--- 158 - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D 44 17 _-130...
  • Page 35 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 TYT - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D PART 175476 154914 175315 17490508 142992 74760716 11050600 175464 177143...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE 117\ 50 _'_ 128\ 142_ _145 _108 - - MODEL NUMBER j117 _131 _149 j145 PRGT22H50D °'"...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle Hydro Gear 331-3000 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer) 9396E Key Sq. 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 76020412 Pin, Cotter 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 140080 Bolt, Hub 73940800 178391 Lever Asm Shift 140845 Knob 176600 Brake, Rod...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY _/26 " _- _'_/14 --Si 33" - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D t313...
  • Page 39 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt 160135X428 Extension Steering 19132411 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/2 x 11 Ga. 178291 Spacer 177863 Bracket Asm. Idler Stationary 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 73900600 Nut Lock Fig. 3/8-16 Unc 1 inch = 25.4 mm PRGT22H50D...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ENGINE 69 _ SPARK ARRESTER...
  • Page 41 162295 Elbow Street Brass 71070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 148315 Plug Oil Drain Easy 171877 Bolt 5!16-18unc X 1-3/4 W/Sems 17060624 Screw Thdrol 3!8-16 x 1-1/2 1 inch = 25.4 mm PRGT22H50D...
  • Page 42 Bracket, Mounting Switch 121248X Bushing, Snap 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 - - MODEL NUMBER NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PRGT22H50D PART DESCRIPTION 121249X Spacer, Split 123740X Spring, Cprsn. 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lg. Fig. Gr. 5 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
  • Page 43 110452X 73350600 175805 175560 175689 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PRGT22H50D DESCRIPTION Nut, Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc Trunnion Inf. Height Nut, Special Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. Spring, Compression Inf Hgt...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D MOWER DECK...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 156990X421 Deck Asm., Mower 50" 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 4939M Retainer, Spring 130832 Arm Suspension, Rear 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 Patched 10030600 Washer, Lock Hvy 3/8 Unplated 140296 Washer, Hard Blade MowerVented 137380...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 164095 Decal, Dash 170852 Decal, Engine 176272 Decal, Hood, RH 176273 Decal, Hood, LH 176654 Decal, Hood Side Panel 170563 Decal, Warning 166960 Decal, ByPass Fender Decal 172740 157140 Decal, Danger 177782 Decal, Clutch/Brake WHEELS &...
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  • Page 50: 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.
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING "" SIGHTING IIDE SLOPES SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 52 PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product quality standards. As with all mechanical necessary during the life of your SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT Consult your dealer/place Consult the yellow pages (under "saws" for Chain Blowers). For replacement parts, have ModelNumberfManufacturer's Description of part.