Poulan PD2042STA User Manual

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  • Poulan PD2042STA | User Manual - Page 1
    Do Not Throw Away 02478 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PD2042STA LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this 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 185491 Rev. 3 02.17.03 RH/rad/RH Printed in U.S.A.
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    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. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand,
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    RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
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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 Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Gauge Wheel (4)
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    mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON . • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. ADAPTER TABS EXTENSION SHAFT BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See
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    gauge wheels before operating mower. See "TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation section of this manual. RETAINER SPRING FIG. 3 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
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    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
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    MOWER LIFT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions result in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT SURFACES
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    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 engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT
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    /brake pedal to start movement. STOPPING (See Fig. 6) MOWER BLADES - IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and
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    prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel
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    . • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine Service and Adjustments section of this manual. 13
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    best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched
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    receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain 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 should be checked at least once each season
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    may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not
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    range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.
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    . TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • section of this manual. IN-LINE tractor unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower
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    BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17) Mower clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with
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    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" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE
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    pul- leys. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of manual). MANDREL PULLEY IDLER PULLEYS • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still
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    to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest 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 sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot
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    SERVICE MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts
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    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. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT
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    enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual SYSTEM PARTS SUCH
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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/ Service Adjustments section. 15. Contact an authorized service center/department. Excessive vibration 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent blade mandrel. 3. Loose/damaged part
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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. CORRECTION 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department.
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    NOTES 28
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    B+A1 RUN B+A1 START B + S + A1 NONE A2+L NONE NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 29
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ELECTRICAL 22 21 42 24 41 43 27 27 26 40 27 27 25 33 30 16 16 8 2 1 D.C. AMPERES 45 52 29 28 27 90 30
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 144927 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176138 21 183759 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 175566
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 259 264 28 258 263 17 159 30 24 18 261 39 25
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION STLT Pnt Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear Bracket Pivot
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DRIVE 57 89 51 69 197 81 59 84 85 13 14 112 80 85 11
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ------ 2 146682 3 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof Screw Hex wsh HiLo 1/4 x 1/2 unc Guide Belt Mower Drive RH Spacer Axle Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga E-ring #5133-75 Key
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 39 1 37 44 51 91 43 41 42 37 36 54 88 71 29 17 68 29 15 15 15 82 29 46 8 6 2 87 5 68 67 13 65 46 8 6 67 67 3 32 11 40 33 34 10 35 87 5 4 43 43 6 8 36
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 180656 Wheel Steering 2 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6
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    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 2 5 6 22 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 KEY PART Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. Pan Seat Knob Seat KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X
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    ) Manual Owner's (French) KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 8 9 10 11 - - 59192 65139 170455 59904 106732X421 278H 9040H 106108X421 170456 7152J 104757X421 144334 Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service Tube Front (Service Item Only) Rim Asm 6"front Service Fitting
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ENGINE 2 8 1 14 25 38 26 17 32 44 46 3 13 81 5 17 16 72 10 6 33 37 31 45 33 112 23 41 29 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170771 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 149723 5 159955 6 160589
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER LIFT 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 41 37 38 40 36 11 49 5 4 13 6 12 30 3 50 26 2 1 6 5 4 13 19 13 31 32 19 13 31 32 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 184432 2 159476 3 178981 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 8 170770 11
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER DECK 67 157 158 156 151 153 155 152 153 154 68 40 37 36 40 143 144 45 159 150 134 135 136 116
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. 1 182032X421 2 72140506 x 16 Gauge Rod, Hinge 42" 6 75 W/G Screw Thdrol Washer Head Washer, Spacer Mower Vented Pulley, Mandrel Nut, Toplock 9/16 Flange Bolt Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer 13/32
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    NOTES 44
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    , without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. The Warranty period for any products return the product to an authorized service dealer. Should you have any unanswered
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    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 legal rights which vary from state to state. E. No Dealer Warranty Tecumseh neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or
  • Poulan PD2042STA | User Manual - Page 47
    47 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 your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than
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    pages of your phone directory for the name of the nearest service dealer (under "saws" for Chain Saws or under "lawn mowers" for Trimmers, Brushcutters, and Blowers). 3. For replacement parts, have available the following information: a. Model Number/Manufacturer's I.D. Number b. Description of
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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PD2042STA
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warn-
ings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
185491
Rev. 3
02.17.03
RH/rad/RH
Printed in U.S.A.
02478