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Poulan Pro PR20H42STC Owner's Manual

Poulan Pro PR20H42STC Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw
Away
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL:
PR20H42STC
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read
this
Owner's
Manual
and
follow
all Warnings
and
Safety
Instructions.
Failure
to do so can
result
in serious
injury.
AL WAYS
WEAR
EYE PROTECTION
DURING
OPERA
TION
178112
1.12.01 TR
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Owner's Manual follow all Warnings Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious PR20H42STC injury. LAWN TRACTOR AL WAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERA TION 178112 1.12.01 TR Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & 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 DO NOT: Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the...
  • 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 important Stop machine if anyone enters the area. safety precautions. It means CAUTION!I! Nevercarry passengers or children even with the blades BECOME ALERTH! YOUR SAFETY IS IN- off.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Shaft (1) Knob Extension (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Sleeve For Future Use Steering Adapter Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer f__-. (1) Lock washer 3/8 (2) Keys...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY You r new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left u nassembled 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. SEAT Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- LABEL tion section, page 10, for location and func- tion of controls) Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CHECK PROPER POSITION OF ALL (See Fig. 4) TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE BELTS NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install the mulcher plate. See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck section of this manual.
  • 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 LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER...
  • Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S 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. IGNITION ATTACHMENT SWITCH SWITCH AMMETER...
  • 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 SAFETY GLASSES your tractor or performing any adj ustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in "ENGAGED" POSITION height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut ATTACHMENT relatively high; the second to desired height. LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS ATTACHMENT Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly 2LUTCH LEVE...
  • Page 13 OPERATION CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. (See Fig. 5) TO START ENGINE When starting the engine forthe first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. performance.
  • Page 15 OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. MAX 1/3 CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _e_,o_o_ o o. AS YOU COMPLETE ,_:/'_q'_'..,;/'_.-_i_r S ERV iC E DATES Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 1_#'7 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER HOLE 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"...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or will result in increased oil consumption when used above covers.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS ENGINE OIL FILTER To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are change ifthe tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. kept clean at all times.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: 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" position. 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 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nat "E" on both front links an Raise mower to its highest position. equal number of turns. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height When distance "D"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) Should your transmission require removal for service or when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly before operating the tractor.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 29 and 30 (See Fig. 28) CAUTION: Do not short battery CAUTION: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate terminals by allowing a wrench or any explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame other object to contact both terminals and smoking materials away from bat- at the same time.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Choke should be closed. If it isnot, loosen casing clamp INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS screw and move choke cable until choke is completely Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely. poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
  • Page 26 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe end of the ENGINE season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT gasoline in the tank inside a building DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fueltank. 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. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 28 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 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC SCHEMATIC REDOII1 BLACK BATTERY R£D FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK • WHITE ' © SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH BLACK '© © I BLACK _ATAT_'M ENT CLUT_ GROUNDING BLACK CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC ELECTRICAL I - I...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166181 Harness Socket Light 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 4799J Cable Battery 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire 175158...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC CHASSIS...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2OH42STC CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X.75 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X012 Dash P/L 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3!8-16 x 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 145660 ClipTinnerman 172107X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8 x 16 x 1/2 159639X428...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC DRIVE...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2OH42STC DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt, Hex Transaxle Hydro Gear 314-0510 71170764 Washer (Order Parts From Transaxle 10040700 Keeper Belt Engine Manufacturer) 154778 Screw 165619 Rod Shift Hydro LT 142432 Guide Belt Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 134683 76020416...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC STEERING ASSEMBLY I _ - -_-_-39...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2OH42STC 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 175121...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71110616 134300 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 Spacer Split 28x 88 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 157032 Decal Oper 172743 Decal Ins Strg Whl 176303 Decal FenderAuto 160396 Decal V-Belt Schematic 176308 Decal Hood LH 176307 Decal Hood Rh 177020 Decal Side Panel Logo 145005 Decal Bat Dan/Psn 170851...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC ENGINE "33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2OH42STC ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170771 Control Throt 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine B&S Model No. 407777 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust 149723 159955 Exhaust Asm. Lh 160589 Exhaust Asm. Rh 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 w/sems 162797...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC MOWER DECK 90 1 !147 142 103 105 lO2 f _116 118_ .117 -116...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2OH42STC MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892X421 Knob Round Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 171598 72140506 Bolt 144959 V-Belt, 42" Mower 138017 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 74760616 165460X421 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC MOWER LIFT 161718...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STC MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X21 Ga 120183)( Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X...
  • 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 SIGHTING "4 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 48 PARTS SERVICE 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. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: Consult your dealer/place...