Poulan HD14542B User Manual

Poulan HD14542B Manual

Poulan HD14542B manual content summary:

  • Poulan HD14542B | User Manual - Page 1
    Poulan C, OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD14542B 14.5 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance:
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    check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are.sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. Look for this symbol to
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    service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble andmaintainyour tractorproperly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". MODEL NUMBER HD14542B nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). In the
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    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, L5T 1K6 giving the model number, serial number and
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    SERVICE NOTES CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Large Flat Washer a (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Bolts O (2) Centerlock Nuts
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    manual). • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B MOWER DECK KEY PART mower LT/YT Spacer Retainer Pm Mower Spring Torsion Brakes 42" Guard TUV Idler Knob Rd 7/16-14 V-Belt Mower Asm Service (Includes
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B MOWER DECK • 76 77 68 7141 74i 40 80 37 36 73 ,78/ i 83 mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor
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    leveling).  Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers. ,/ Check start the engine.  Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B LIFT 7 8 5 0 0 3 1 13 4 2 6 6 11 12
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B ENGINE 2 3 co /4 72 / 62 0 0 \;\ 81 13 4 32 31 40 78 Starter Nut NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 40 1 inch = 25.4 mm OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER
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    mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. 10 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DECALS 5 2 3 4 7 8 5 17 20 9 KEY PART
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B SEAT ASSEMBLY 18 8 9 8 14 9 7 10 7 O 2 26 16 15 I t:t5 5 25 23 13 17 12 2 „ ir. • 5, ,' 5 _ i / I --", I G ' 4 i : -- '': ,i, 5 6 22 21 4 3 KEY PART . TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT ( better looking lawns, mow often
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    tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART Washer Thrust 515xt 50x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1/4 X Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc P Kit Steering Assembly Service Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B STEERING ASSEMBLY • problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions
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    give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used. FIG. 8 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DRIVE KEY NO. 1 PART NO. 2 146682
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DRIVE „, e 57 89 51 - „.•:.... t----, --.: , -- )▪ tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual
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    mower. • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 10 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165480
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 24 3 manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts API service classification SF, SG or SH. • Be sure tractor is
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    SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove cartridge nut. • Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from en- tering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542E ELECTRICAL KEY PART Bulb, Light # 1156 Cable Starter 6ga 11" Red Cable
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B ELECTRICAL • 0 42 24 41 I I 'I 43 4 shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. • With engine cool,
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    . • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. CLUTCH ROD SUSPENSION ARMS (ap $ RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) FIG. 15 CLUTCH LEVER RETAINER ENGINE PULLEY • 4Q) RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) 20 SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B 41 1 RED
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    for proper air pressure. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Clean underside of mower housing. 8. Replace mower drive belt. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Headlight(s) not working (if so
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    service center/department. FIG. 21 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual
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    etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Customer
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    CABLE POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL FIG. 25 SERVICE AND ADJUST, vassampimere,=er-v=m.,,,, TO REPLACE tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual.
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C,
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL
NO.
HD14542B
14.5
HP
42
Inch
Lawn
Tractor
Assembly
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
Service
and
Adjustments
Storage
Troubleshooting
Repair
Parts
For
Parts
and
Service,
contact
our
authorized
distributor:
call
1-800-849-1297
For
Technical
Assistance:
call
1-800-829-5886
Si
Poulan
168191
Rev.
1
2.10.99
SV
PRINTED
IN
U.S.A.