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IMPORTANT
MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
Poulan
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PR2042STA
LAWN TRACTOR
A
W-_,RN'rNG :
Read the Owner's Manual and follow
all Warnings
and Safety Instructions.
Failure
to do so can result in serious
injury.
Always
Wear Eye Protection During Operation
279850 PR2042STA
173376
01.19.00
RH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL W-_,RN'rNG : MODEL: Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious PR2042STA injury. LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 173376 01.19.00 Printed in U.S.A. 279850 PR2042STA...
  • 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. GENERALOPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers & • Be sure the areais clear of otherpecple before mowing. & Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Look for this symbol to point out important • Never carry passengers or children even with the safety precautions.

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseofanewtractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINECAPACITY 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 (below32°F) centre/department.
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE Steering Wheal Seat Extension Shaft teering (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 © (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steering Wheel Insert (1) Knob (1) Lock washer Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys Locknut (1) Larg_ 5/16-18 Washer...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception ofthose parts left unassambled 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. BATTERY • ReleaseparkJngbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedaJ. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) 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 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. BATI'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP "mr LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...

  • 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 tofamiliarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH...
  • Page 11 OPERATION • i ¸ Theoperatlonofanytractorcan resultinforelgnobjectsthrownintotheeyes.whiohcan Sm'TY=e-_=S 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 spactacles or stsndard s,fety glasses......
  • Page 12 OPERATION If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to • Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • slower position. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT"...
  • Page 13 OPERATION season. See Storage Instructionsfor additional information. • When mowinglarge areas, startbytuming tothe dghtso Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, tank or permanent damage may occur. driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the i&c-mto-oo.- opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig.

  • Page 14: Operation

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ,SYOOCOMPL E Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrk_ationChart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1_,3...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rulas when performing any mainte- EDGE UP BLADE nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. FLAT WASHER ,_ (See _'1"O ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BA'I-I'ERY AND TERMINALS • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see Corrosion and dirton the battery and terminals can cause the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionofthis manual. battery to "leak"...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not runproperly usinga dirtyairfilter. Clean Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. every season.
  • 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 eat parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTM ENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tirasare properly inflated (See _PROD- NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 21) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level sun'ace. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. WASHERS The tmnsaxle shouldbe in neutral when the gear shift lever RETAINING _r_'_L is in neutral iN) IIock gate) position. The adjustment is RIN.\ I\ JrfY l preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, AXLE proceed as follows: •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 27 and 28 • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out ofthe hole in the backside of the gdg. & CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE CHOKE ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 30) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately pmpareyour tractorfor storage at the end ofthe season or ifthe tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. • FUEL SYSTEM CAUTION: Never store the tractor wlth IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM where fumes may reach an open flame PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL gasoline...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Son =TO START ENGINE" in Opere_on section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Wait several minutes before attemplJng to start Engine flooded. Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug. Clean/replace air filter.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty eperator-safety presence control system. Check wiring,switches and connections. If not Engine continues to run corrected, contactan authorizedservice center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Wom, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA SCHEMATIC BA'I-I'ERY "ED FUSE STARTER BLACK SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHrflE ..(NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE ..SEAT SWITCH BLACK _JAA_)E BLAr._ BI_¢K BLACK GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR METER SPARK (OPTIONAL) BLACK...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 29: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 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...
  • Page 30 • REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA " CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 16983O Chassis 16,9061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X012 Dash P/L 72140608 Bolt Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 145660 Clip "rinnerman 172108...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA DRIVE...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover Pedal BIk Round Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) 8883R (Order parts from transaxle 140186 Engine Pulley LT/YT Bolt Hex manufacturer) 71170764 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 10040700...
  • Page 34 -REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA • STEERING ASSEMBLY • '° 8 27...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 165854 Axle Asm Strop Dropped STLT 16984O Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Beadng Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA • SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171683 Seat 121246X Bracket Mounting Switch 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 1...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal V-Belt Schematic 156369 DecaiOper 160396 Decal Hood Rh 172742 Decal Fender Side Lh 172737 Decal Fender Reflector RH 172738 Decal Hood LH 173587 Decal Fender Reflector LH...
  • Page 38 • REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA . ENGINE © I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 141295 Control Throt 1772O410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine B&S Model No. 461707 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA MOWER DECK...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Knob 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 171598 72140506 Bolt 144959 V-Belt, 42" Mower Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 74760616 Bracket Asm.
  • Page 42 • REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEl. NUMBER PR2042STA . MOWER LIFT 25 24 13---_...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR2042STA 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...
  • Page 44 NOTES...
  • Page 45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer pumhaser that this pmduct 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 pumhaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for pads or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.

  • Page 46: Warranty

    TECUMSE_ TECUMSEH 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 for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (which as used herein means and includes...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your T_ctor up and down the face of slopes (not never greater than 15 _), across the face.
  • Page 48 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 your dealer/place...