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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw
Away
Poulan
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL:
PRK17H42STA
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 IVA YS WEAR
EYE
PROTECTION
DURING
OPERA
TION
177580
1.16.00
RE
Printed in U.S.A.
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away Poulan OWNER'S MANUAL WARNING: MODEL: Read this Owner's Manual follow all Warnings Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious PRK17H42STA injury. LAWN TRACTOR AL IVA YS WEAR PROTECTION DURING OPERA TION 177580 1.16.00 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 isclear 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 Nevercarry passengers or children even with the blades CAUTION!H BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR off.
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS Read and observe the safety rules. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) Follow the instructions under the "Customer Responsi- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) bilities"...
- 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 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 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. LABEL TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for location and function controls) Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
- 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 REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
- 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. ATTACHMENT LIGHT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION...
- Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreig n objects th rown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shmelds while operating SAFETY GLASSES 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 OPERATE ON HILLS (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe ground when mower isat the desired cutting height in with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not operating position.
- Page 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than (See Fig. X) CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the after several attempts, move throttle control to fast factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
- Page 14 OPERATION 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. Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds.
- Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ____ AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ,_£_._ _._./'__.£-_._£O_ .._;/_4_->_-_,_£-4_ S ERV IC E DATES C _:: kkTBi::;iOsP::::i° Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
- Page 16 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 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is once a year ifthe tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS MUFFLER To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. kept clean at all times.
- Page 19 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 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) 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 Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine WITH PARKIN_ BRAKE"ENGAGED" off. While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt. Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. JAM NUT Tighten adjustment bolt securely.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 28 and 29 WHEEL ONLY) FIG. 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 27) Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. CAUTION: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery explosive gases.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD GRILL ASSEMBLY which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter (See Fig. 30) cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting Raise hood.
- Page 24 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepareyour tractorfor storage at the end of the 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 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 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty ope_toFsa_ty presence control sy_em. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
- Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER BLACK • CLUTCH / BRAKE - (PEDAL , BLUE • £LUE ' _UEL LINE NT C 'CREEN,• (CLUTCH OFF) • • i 85 86 i FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID (IF SO EQUIPPED) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED 30 _J...
- Page 28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ELECTRICAL I - I...
- Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 161343 Switch Interlock 166181 Harness Socket Light 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 4799J Cable Battery 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire 175158 Fuse Amp 73510400...
- Page 30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA CHASSIS 208 _...
- Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 168930 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 155927 Panel Dash Lh 145660 CtipTinnerman 172108 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 xl/2 159639X428...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA DRIVE 159t58 16 156...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 Strap Torque Lh Hydro...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 169832...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X 171683 Seat Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 134300 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 Spacer Split 28x 88 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 176304 Decal Side Panel Logo 145005 Decal Bat Dan/Psn 177526 Decal HP Engine...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ENGINE "_105 /_ ¸_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170805 Control Th/ch Flag 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine, Kohler Mod No. CV490 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 159420 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket Eng 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 169837...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA MOWER DECK !147 142 103 105 lO2 f _116 .117 10----< -116...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA MOWER LIFT _j50 1718 31 _...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 125631X...
- Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 45 SERVICE NOTES...
- 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, This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions,...
- Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING & 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 AND SERVICE Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. Aswith allmechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement maybe necessary the lifeofyour unit. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: Consult your dealer/place of purchase. Consult the yellow pages...