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Poulan Pro 279810 PR1742STA Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
TM
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL:
PR1742STA
1, AWNI TR A _TC_R
WARI%TING:
Read
the Owner's
Manual
and follow
all Warnings
and
Safety
Instructions.
Failure
to do so can
result
in serious
injury.
279810 PR 1742STA
Always
Wear Eye Protection
During
Operation
173302 1.6.00
MH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL WARI%TING: MODEL: Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious PR1742STA injury. 1, AWNI TR A _TC_R 279810 PR 1742STA Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 173302 1.6.00...
  • 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. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: Read, understand, and follow all i0structions in the •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers & Be sure the area is clear ofotherpeople before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! • Never carry passengers or children even with the BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS onyourpumhaseofanewtrector. 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 OILTYPE(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE Steering Wheel Seat = Steering Extension Shaft (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer ]L°- _ (1) Hex_Bolt 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _Steedng 3/8-16 x 1 Steering leeve Wheel Insert (1) Knob Slope Sheet Keys washer (2) KGys Washer (2) Mulch_ Steedng...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unaseembled for shippingpurposes. 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 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to LABEL its highest position. BATTERY • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. •...
  • 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...
  • Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I- qA BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE...

  • Page 10: Operation

    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 SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH 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 • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control •...
  • Page 13 OPERATION If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to & CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank " reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the spilled oil or fuel.
  • Page 14 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE Y_,_._/'e_" SERVICE DATES C ckBr.eo.ra.n W Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems R ! C"e for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Bait(s)Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP BLADE ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at FLAT high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See =TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. Corrosion and dirt onthe battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Remove drain plug.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER ENGINE OIL FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Replace the engine oilfilter every season or every other oil change ifthe tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS AIR ALTER...
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: 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 "OFF" and remove key. •...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Check adjustment on rightside oftractor. Measure distance TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or of mower housing as shown. driveway.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 23) "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 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 26) parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever corrosion.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS KEPS NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL !NUT POSITIVE (RED) NEGATIVE CABLE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pullbulb holder out ofthe hole in the backside ofthe grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the gdll.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE ENGINE THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS TURNED IN TOO TIGHT. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE PRELIMINARY SETTING - (See Fig. 32) • Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu- retor when making carburetor adjustments.

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE immediately prepare you rtractorfor storage at the end ofthe 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 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 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. Sad spark plug, Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter, ClearVreplace air filler.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check winng, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven Wom, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 27 THAL; I UH - - IVIUUI¢l. IIUIVil_r.n r i a,, -_.v, SCHEMATIC BATrERY FUSE STARTER BLACK SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) F-, _ _FnE ..(NOT OCCUPIED) SEAT SWITCH "@ SWITCH BLACK _LACK e_c_ (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR METER (OPTIONAL) ,GNTON ,--- UNIT...
  • Page 28 • ig--z /'_In iF/-in ii ,_) TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 29: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 15,3664 Switch Intedeck Push-in 166181 Harness Socket Light 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 4799,,I Cable Battery 146147...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES .142...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X012 Dash P/L 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 145660 Clip Tinnerman 172108 Panel Dash Rh 159639X428 Hood LT/PL...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA DRIVE...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover Pedal BIk Round Transaxle Peedess (206-545C) 8883R (Order parts from transaxle 140186 Engine Pulley LT/YT Bolt Hex manufacturer) 71170764 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 10040700 Washer Lock Hvy HIcl Spr 7/16 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18"...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA STEERING ASSEMBLY _:t:t <-...
  • Page 35 -REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIP'IION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 165854 Axle Asm Stmp Dropped STLT 16984O Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25132 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 120OO029 Ring Klip#t5304-75 169832...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121246X 171683 Seat Bracket Mounting Switch 140551 121248X Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 1 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal V-Belt Schematic 156369 DecalOper 160396 Decal Hood Rh 172742 Decal Fender Side Lh 172737 Decal Fender Reflector RH 172738 Decal Hood LH 173587 Decal Fender Reflector LH 172739 Decal Side Panel Logo 173589...
  • Page 38 REPAIR pARTS NUMSEP, Pm742s_rA _c_o_ - - MOOEL ENG|HF-...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 140310 Control Th/ch Flag 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine, Briggs Model 311777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 137352 Muffler Exhaust 165291 Gasket Muffler 13280324 Nipple Pipe 4-12" 132O03OO Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt 11050600...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA MOWER DECK 158,_ 153 154 106_ 103 175 lO2"/ "-%...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Knob Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 171598 . 72140.506 Bolt 144959 V-Belt, 42" Mower 3 _! 138017 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 74760616 165460 Bracket Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA MOWER LIFT 25 24 _" LI" _ ./'_ 161718...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR1742STA 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 BIk 629 Id 125631X...
  • Page 44 NOTES...
  • Page 45 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 paris or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.

  • Page 46: Warranty

    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 ('l'ecumseh"), subject to the limitations contained below, wiU,at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (which as used herein means and includes the transaxle, gear box, transmission, differential and rightangle drives, and any part of the Power Train Component), EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorporated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes, which is found upon...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION .,,,,,, ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, "'" "-.-. NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING "- *..CUT GUIDE TH" _ SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 150 MAX. greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or !ose of control.
  • Page 48 Illll II PARTS AND 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...

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