Poulan HD20H42 User Manual

Poulan HD20H42 Manual

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    Do Not Throw Away 02478 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HD20H42 LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 403444 12.28.05 TR
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    , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine.
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    add fuel with the engine run- ning. Allow engine to cool before parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction
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    . Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to
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    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Boot (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Key (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet 5
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    gauge Utility knife When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind WASHER TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut along dotted lines on all four panels
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    position. • 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. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions). SEAT PAN LABEL NOTE: You may now roll
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    and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed manual). ✓ It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE
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    SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or , indicates a situation that could result in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in
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    the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ headlights on and off. IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor. PARKING BRAKE
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    half and full speed (fast) position. NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before stopping may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never
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    operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSITION (NORMAL OPERATING) 02828 TO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do
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    while in storage. To avoid engine 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 for additional information. Never
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    mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper
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    , operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you PURPOSE GREASE ➁REFER TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR
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    Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual problem immediately. • The engine SHOWN IN THE REPAIR PARTS. TRAILING EDGE UP a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). NOTE:
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    Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage
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    air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is
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    SERVICE blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide engine pulley. 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" section of this manual
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    SERVICE mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt . • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instruc- tions. MANDREL PULLEY
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    gear, further maintenance is necessary. Replace brake pads or contact a qualified service center. WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" 1-9/16" NUT "A" JAM NUT TO REPLACE inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this sec- tion of manual). ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER
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    may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT service center/department. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual
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    factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual. POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. 26 TO REPLACE If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for
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    spark. Allow the engine to cool before instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts gasoline will cause problems. • If possible
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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE 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 of adjustment.
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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged. Engine , contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor with blades listed in this manual. 11. Clean around
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    engine, other than EHP manufactured transaxle/transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or components parts maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period an authorized service dealer. Should Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number, serial number and
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    maintenance, improper use or abuse of the product, failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the operation of the Power Train Component and parts. The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original
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    29 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION TFHOISLDISAALO15NDGEDGORTETEESDLLOINPEE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate
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    the following information: a. Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D. Number b. Description of part. For Techical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 For a Parts Manual, go to our website: www.poulan-pro.com/support.asp NOTE: Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
HD20H42
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result
in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
403444
12.28.05
TR
Printed in U.S.A.
02478