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Poulan Pro PR20PH42STC Owner's Manual

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For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
IMPORTANT MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PR20PH42STC
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
www.mymowerparts.com
Do Not Throw Away
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and
follow all Warnings and Safety
Instructions. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury.
183284 Rev. 1 09.20.02 RD/MH
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so MODEL: can result in serious injury. PR20PH42STC LAWN TRACTOR 183284 Rev. 1 09.20.02 RD/MH Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation Printed in U.S.A. www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 •...
  • Page 3 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent accidental •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Sleeve (1) Knob Steering Sleeve Extension (2) Mulch Blades Steering Wheel Adapter Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys Steering Wheel Insert www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) section for location and function of controls) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to •...
  • Page 8 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 5) DECK (See Fig. 4) NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install the mulcher plate. The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower.

  • Page 9: Check Tire Pressure

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ASSEMBLY ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM best cutting performance.

  • Page 10: Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 11 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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.

  • Page 12: To Move Forward And Backward

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 13: To Operate On Hills

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches LIFT LEVER SWITCH PULL OUT TO during hot months. For healthier and better looking HIGH "ENGAGE"...

  • Page 14: Before Starting The Engine

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) MENTS When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and from the tank to the engine.

  • Page 15: Mowing Tips

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug PURGE TRANSMISSION mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. CAUTION: Never engage or disengage • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing freewheel lever while the engine is to assure better mowing performance and proper dis-...

  • Page 16: Customer Responsibilities

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals...

  • Page 17: Operator Presence System

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP ASSEMBLY BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

  • Page 18: Clean Air Screen

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils battery to “leak”...
  • Page 19 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) ENGINE OIL FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one every season.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...

  • Page 21: To Level Mower Housing

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING both front links are equal in length. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or •...

  • Page 22: To Replace Motion Drive Belt

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT INSTALLATION - • Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. (See Fig. 25) • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 23 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 before operating the tractor.
  • Page 24 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE KEPS NUT BOLT TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE TERMINAL (See Fig. 30) ACCESS DOOR POSITIVE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and (RED) adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as CABLE described below before loosening cable.
  • Page 25 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CLAMP SCREW FIG. 31 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.

  • Page 26: Storage

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the tank inside a building...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Points

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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. Bad spark plug.
  • Page 28 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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.
  • Page 29 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER AMMETER WHITE (OPTIONAL) BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ELECTRICAL D .C www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 31 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 UNC X 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, BTR FRT 1/4-20 x 7.5...
  • Page 32 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 33 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 163976X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel Dash Lh...
  • Page 34 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 DRIVE 227 218 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 35 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (Order parts from 123583X Key, Square transaxle manufacturer) 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 36 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 STEERING ASSEMBLY www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 37 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 180656 Wheel Steering 172393 Axle Cast Lt Machined 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H...
  • Page 38 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73920600 Nut, Keps 3/8-24 UNF 175437X428 Control Throttle 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)
  • Page 39 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171684 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720...
  • Page 40 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177982 Decal Fender Oper Cruise 164095 Decal Dash 176303 Decal Fender Auto 180893 Decal Final Pr-O2F Replace Part...
  • Page 41 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 MOWER LIFT 17 18 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159461 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger 164024 Spring 159476 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf...
  • Page 42 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 MOWER DECK www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 43 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 182032X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 180532 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH 72140506 Bolt 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16unc 138017 Bracket Asm Fr.

  • Page 44: Service Notes

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE NOTES www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 45 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE NOTES www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 46: Limited Warranty

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 48: Parts And Service

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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.

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