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- Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 1
FIE UPI os OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD145H42A 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: - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 2
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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 3
the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 4
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE 15 20-25 26 27-28 30-47 BACK COVER INDEX A Adjustments: Brake 22 Carburetor 25 Mower Front-To-Back 21 Side-To-Side 21 Throttle Control Cable 24 Air Filter, Engine 18 Air Screen, Engine - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 5
-I1r8iut ?"1"N (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve 1111111 I I 1 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1 Manual Parts Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size (1) Lock Washer 1/2 ( ) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge 1111111011111 INN 1 (2) Hex Bolts - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 6
mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON STEERING lay panels flat. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 7
pan and lift seat pan to raised position. • Open battery box door. • Remove terminal protective caps and discard. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. • First connect RED - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 8
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and 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, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 9
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOURECEIVE THEBESTPERFORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. Battery is properly prepared and - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 10
may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY ENGINE ON CAUTION OR WARNING / \ STOP N / ENGINE OFF REVERSE OIL PRESSURE FORWARD CLUTCH FAST SLOW LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL L 1\1 ,Q CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 11
Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and braking - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 12
to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 13
of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12) • The engine in your tractor - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 14
mower housing is attached to tractor. Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake. FIG. 10 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 15
as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. LUBRICATION CHART @SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK 0 0 FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK FRONT WHEEL 0 BEARING ZERK All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 16
rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 17
battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 13 ) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. • Be sure tractor - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 18
whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knob(s) and cover. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Slide foam from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. • Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 19
are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 2 of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16) The fuel . CLAMP CLAMP FUEL FILTER FIG. 16 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 20
guard to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. CLUTCH ROD SUSPENSION ARMS RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) FIG. 17 CLUTCH LEVER RETAINER SPRING ENGINE PULLEY RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 21
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 2 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO- - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 22
authorized service center/department. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) 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 I -O REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 23
per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department. TO START ENGINE WITH - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 24
SERVICE tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section of this manual connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 25
THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. THROTTLE LEVER IDLE SPEED SCREW t O 1!) IDLE - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 26
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 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 27
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 28
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 29
SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A LJ BATTERY BLACK A RED AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE RED BM G L Y A IGNITION ENGINE SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 30
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A ELECTRICAL •I I 0 42 24 I 41 I i tI tl 43 26 19 19 20 20 _ _ 4 0 21 40 • 70 33 32 0 31 30 I 15 0 8 '4 7 2 - T 16 it 1 - • • I- \ 52 29 0 • t 11 8 C 30 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 31
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 3 19091016 4 10040400 6 73220400 7 109238X 8 156417 9 109596X 15 147688 16 153664 19 10090400 20 73350400 21 136850 22 4152J 24 4799J - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 32
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 30 24 29 25 . 26 Op 31 3 14 11 0 26 33 10 2 25 26 24 5 3 9 15 14 4 4C 5 37 ' 1144P---.....„ 3 3 58 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 33
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 155051 Chassis Wldmt. 2 140356 Drawbar Stretch 94 3 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-Tt 4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 5 155272 Bumper Hood/ - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 34
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A DRIVE ,0 89 88 87 86 81 83 125 100 III'Y' IIII v,-- vj ' ' ' :41.° ' 82 57 1 ,-.... 51 ,,, - a „,. ..:r.z... a a .♦..„-J.' .3. . a ,a... .,`,I i I Es, ... 14P 4- .., 49 s-..._,-• .-- - --li r x i 1% ) i Ji z - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 35
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 146682 5 121520X 6 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 X 4 Gr. 5 Washer Keeper Belt Engine Screw Keeper Belt Engine Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge Spacer, Axle PVST Washer - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 36
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A STEERING ASSEMBLY 63 -11 0 39 1 44 51 .41 42 37 36 0 17 18 19 20. 21 23 11 66 40 25 5 B 47 6 9 15 13 46 8 6 9 / 4o i 29 10 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 37
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO 11 Unc Shaft Asm Strg Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062 Washer Lock Unc P Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc P Kit Steering Assembly Service Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5 Spacer Axle Bearing Arm - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 38
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A SEAT ASSEMBLY 14 2 26 16 15 I 18 100 C.) 8 9 7 10 8 9 7 5 0 y. i 2 I 5 • ' I , 6 22 21 25 ''• 23 13 17 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140116 2 140551 3 74760616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 73800600 7 124181X 8 17490616 9 19131614 10 155925 12 121246X - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 39
Sd Lawn Deca Fender Logo Deca Caution Fender Eng/Sp Deca Clutch/brake Eng/Sp Deca V-Belt Sch Deca Mulch Bag Poulan Deca Btry Dngr/Psn P/L Sym Deca Seat Acc 16 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 19 158172 Decal Replcment Engine - - 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust - - 157469 Manual Owner - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 40
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A ENGINE 2 3 (;) 72 0 D 62 0 0 0 0 81 13 4 32 u1u 10 II II i• .\, 31 40 78 44 46 14 15 16 / 38 78 33 37 33 29 `Z, e tS CS - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 41
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140310 2 17720410 3 4 137352 Asm Fuel Clamp Hose Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYT Line Fuel 20" Oil Drain Plug (Order From Engine Manufacturer) Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Screw Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 42
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A LIFT 7 8 10 •1 5 11 19 13 0 31 32 13 13 4 6 01 1 e) 0 0 3 2 12 6 5 0 0- 4 13 e) 0 20 15 61718 20 20 19 31 32 20 15 42 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 43
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A .LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 136973 2 145117 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 109413X 8 124526X 10 122512X 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 44
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A 42" MOWER DECK 76 77 67 68 75 74 40 37 73 45'• 72 71 81 82 8 0 83 9 92 85 46 40 36 132 84 37 L 43 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 45
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A 42" MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. 1 144393 2 72140506 3 138017 4 138440 5 4939M Spacer Washer 13/32 ID x 1-3/8 OD x 1/4 128 153390 Washer Felt 130794 Mandrel Asm Service (Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33) 144783 Deck Sery (Std. Deck - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 46
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A TRANSAXLE PEERLESS - MODEL NUMBER 205-027B 180 191, 189 190-,„..o • 208B 209 191 190/ \IP _„87 ••-"-'"-1-8-9A 71A MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE 38 36 38 /344 t . o. ,,,: r 79 V 39 / 0*est 45 / 42A /41 40 42 / e:'0 I/ w 46' / 43 46 - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 47
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER HD145H42A TRANSAXLE PEERLESS - MODEL NUMBER 205-027B REF PART NO. NO. x 1/2" Lockwasher Nut, 7/16-20 Fan/Coupling (Incl. 189 & 189A) Control Lever Parts must be ordered from Tecumseh Products Co. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 48
SERVICE NOTES - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 49
SERVICE NOTES - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 50
engine, other than AYP manufactured transaxle/transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or components parts Service Department P.O. Box 1687 Orangeburg, SC 29116 USA In Canada contact: American Yard Products 1580 Trinity Drive, Units 5-8 Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1L6 giving the model - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 51
FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE --- CUT OUT /Hie. th ON "-.4.-/-5°--SD-1O.aTsTPEe'D ONE'S ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL -4VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV1VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVYVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVYV a Operate your Tractor up and down the face - Poulan HD145H42A | User Manual - Page 52
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FIE
UPI
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL
NO.
HD145H42A
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
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