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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
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Do Not Throw Away
Pou/an
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL'.
WARNING:
Read the Owner's
Manual
and follow
all Warnings
and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious
injury.
PR2042 (PPR2042STB)
LAWN TRACTOR
Always
Wear Eye Protection
During
Operation
183247
2.27.02 JH
Printed in U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away Pou/an WARNING: OWNER'S MANUAL Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious MODEL'. injury. PR2042 (PPR2042STB) LAWN TRACTOR 183247 2.27.02 JH Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES _1_ SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS 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 •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out im- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR •...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.00 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE Steering Wheel Seat Steering Extension Shaft (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Insert (1) Knob For Future Use (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Washer Steering Wheel (2) Mulcher Blades (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Adapter...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY 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: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the SEAT PAN_ tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and function of controls) •...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE IMPORTANT: SHIPPING PURPOSES, MULCHER PLATE PREATTACHED YOUR The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED...
  • 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 REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH...
  • Page 11 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 spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) "ENGAGED" POSITION Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly ;HMENT offthe ground when mower isat the desired cutting height in LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
  • Page 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel •...
  • Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. performance. See '1-O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •...

  • Page 15: Operation

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE SE.V,CE ..DATES _///IB Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners !_'5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. FLAT WASHER (See"TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 13) maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or Determine temperature range expected before oil change. covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14) IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) Your engine will not run properly using a dirtyair filter. Clean The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. Iffuel the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or filter becomes clogged, obstructingfuel flow to carburetor, every season.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS I NJU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or • To lower front of mower loosen nut"E" on both front links driveway.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BELT INSTALLATION - MANDREL IDLER PULLEYS • Carefully work new belt down between transaxle belt keepers and onto the input pulley. • Slide belt into the center span keeper. • Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your charged battery. tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheeltoe- RED cable last from both batteries.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 31) • Raise hood. The choke control has been preset at the factory and • Pullbulbholderoutoftheholeinthebacksideofthegrill. adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is •...

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT gasoline in the tank inside a building DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out 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. Dirty air filter.

  • Page 26: Trou Bleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE i_:_ STARTER BLACK • ,=,_ (OPTIONAL) WR,TE ,©,©, ..SOLENOID 8L-U_CH-/B_E/E (PEDAL UP) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK BLACK; BLACK AT¥-M-E NT CL-UTCH GROUNDING BLACK CONNECTOR...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ELECTRICAL ".,...

  • Page 29: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery Fender 176138 Switch Interlock 175685 Harness Socket Light with 415J 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 4799J Cable Battery 146147...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 CHASSIS __159...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X012 Dash P/L 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 145660 ClipTinnerman 172105X010...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 DRIVE ,..- 66...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Pulley Eng Transaxle (Order parts from engine 175410 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5 manufacturer) Peerless 206-545C 71170764 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 10040700...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 STEERING ASSEMBLY _ - _,_"""_38 _ _ __ f21_?, _r'''''_ 91_-_...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 71110616 Spacer Split 28x 88...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 DECALS ..PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156369 Decal Oper 172743 Decal Ins Strg Whl 176305 Decal Fender 160396 Decal V-Belt Schematic 176308 Decal Hood LH 176307 Decal Hood Rh 177020 Decal Side Panel Logo 145005...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170771 Control Th rot 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine B&S Model No. 407777 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 MOWER DECK i147 lZ 105° lOl I 23 24 j117...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 144959 V-Belt, 42" Mower 72140506 Bolt 180532 Bracket Roller Nose Lh Roller Nose 38 & 42 138017 Bracket Asm Fr.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 MOWER LIFT 161718 13------_...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 105767X 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    TECUMSE_ TECUMSE_ WARRANTY Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 LIMITED WARRANTIES NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company ("Tecumseh"), subject to the limitations contained below, will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge...
  • Page 46 LIMITED 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 47 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 48 PAR?S AND S RVIC Your POULAN PRO 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 SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: Consult...

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