Poulan PR1742STF User Manual

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  • Poulan PR1742STF | User Manual - Page 1
    Do Not Throw Away 02478 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR1742STF 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 183046 Rev. 2 6.28.04 RD/MH 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 • Read,understand,
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    Practices for Ride-On Mowers • with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle 14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19 - 23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 - 26 REPAIR PARTS 28 - 43 WARRANTY
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    . Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service centre/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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    CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Sleeve Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Slope Sheet Key (2) Keys (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 5 (2)
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    • 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 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual for charging instructions). SEAT PAN LABEL TERMINAL TERMINAL FIG
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    location and function of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects. • Be sure all the above assembly
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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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    symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED
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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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    TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance,
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    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). • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be
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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 or 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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    change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/ fill cap/dipstick. • Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing off engine. • Cover oil
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    over cartridge. • Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove cartridge nut. • Carefully remove cartridge to SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than
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    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. 18) Mower spring. • Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.
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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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    necessary. Contact your nearest authorized service center/department. 1-1/2" WITH PARKING 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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    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 due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. TO ATTACH JUMPER
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    tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER
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    TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities 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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    PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department.
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    option, 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 used 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
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    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:
PR1742STF
LAWN TRACTOR
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and
follow all Warnings and Safety
Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
183046
Rev.
2
6.28.04
RD
/MH
Printed in U.S.A.
02478