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Poulan Pro PB195H42LT Operator's Manual

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iMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
/€/riP
03076
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
EL:
P
1
42LT
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings
and Safety instructions.
Failure to do so can
result in serious injury.
ALWAYS
WEAR EYE PROTECTION
DURING
OPERATION
Visit our website:
www.poulan-pro.com
430094
Rev. 1
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Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 iMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away /€/riP 03076 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 42LT LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 430094 Rev.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OFAMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURETO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent acci=...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the presence of children. Children are often attracted to •...
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you can not easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel Steering Extension (1) Hex Bolt Shaft Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (1) Washer (1) Seat (1) Hex Bolt Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s)
  • 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 ensure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY • Connect switch to seat. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF BELTS • Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and are positioned over large slotted holes in pan. mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec- •...
  • Page 8 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH CHOKE FAST SLOW iGNiTiON SWITCH ® ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION...
  • Page 9 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. LIGHT TH ROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH/BRAKE...
  • Page 10 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 spec= tacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 11 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the cutting height.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS • 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, hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and remove and read oil level.
  • Page 13 OPERATION Move motion control lever to neutral position. Shut- off WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F (10°C) and above) engine and set parking brake. • When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT"...

  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Check/Replace Lubrication Chart Level Check Battery...
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing any main- bent or damaged blades. tenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest proved bythe manufacturer of your tractor.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE V=BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE (See Figs. 18 and 19) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not Determine temperature range expected before oil change. adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 20) CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove matter. blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- heating and engine damage. •...

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • e Place motion control lever in neutral position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. (See Fig. 34) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER WASHERS NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT Fig. 35) (See RETAINING RING The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. AXLE COVER • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten.

  • Page 23: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 38) (See Fig. 39) WARNING: Do not short battery termi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the •...

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 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 BLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues Faulty operator-safety presence control Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ system. to run when oper= department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 27 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...

  • Page 28: Warranty

    LiMiTED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als 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.

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