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  • Poulan PR17H42STA | User Manual - Page 1
    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away TM OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR17H42STA 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 173304 Rev. 1 1.17.00 JH/MH Printed in
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    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
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    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs
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    . Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. 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 assemble
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    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18
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    hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). INSERT 3/8 HEX BOLT 3/8 LOCK WASHER LARGE FLAT WASHER TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut, from
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    holding discharge guard up against tractor. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for 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
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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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    or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to "DISENGAGED" position. GROUND DRIVE - • To stop ground drive hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
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    prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. • Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST 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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    SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. • Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual
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    • Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal operation. MOWING TIPS • 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 should be used for trimming. • Drive so that
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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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    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
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    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 expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain
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    cap/dipstick. • Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing off engine. • shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. FIG. 16 AIR FILTER (See Fig. CLAMP FUEL FILTER TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove cartridge PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS tractor unless the electrical system,
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    lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. 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
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    this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. IDLER
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    SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FIG. 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) 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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    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. WASHERS RETAINING
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    tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. HOLES "A" CLAMP SCREW FIG. 33 THROTTLE CABLE • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY High speed stop is
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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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    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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    SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA RED BATTERY BLACK A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) RED WHITE RED S BM G A1 L A2 IGNITION CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. 27
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    ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 21 22 42 24 41 43 27 27 26 40 27 27 25 33 30 16 16 8 2 1 D.C. AMPERES 45 52 28 29 27 28
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    ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 21 166181 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 166180 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 121305X 30
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    CHASSIS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 212 17 30 24 29 18 24 12 28 25 26 31 3 208 25 26 5 5 53 51 58 52 55 57 208 11 9 207 208 207 54 20 23 26 64 3 35 3 33 3 10 3 142 207 1 13 2 206 37 145 37 3 3 142 3 3 208 3 35 3 3 38 34 26 30
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    CHASSIS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 169061 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 16 x 3/4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 169834 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 1/4-20 52 19091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16
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    DRIVE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 51 51 57 89 69 197 81 32 30 52 16 95 77 15 96 1 26 63 161 159 158 59 169 198 162 61
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    DRIVE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA KEY PART NO. NO. Belt, Ground Drive Keeper, Center Span Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x .75 Cover, Pedal Pulley, Engine KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 64 71170764 Bolt, Hex 65 10040700 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 69 142432 Screw 70 134683 Guide Belt
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    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 63 11 39 1 37 62 44 51 41 42 37 36 54 8 27 17 18 19 22 23 11 66 40 29 79 80 25 68 29 29 15 15 15 82 29 29 46 8 6 2 5 68 67 67 47 13 65 85 85 67 46 8 6 47 3 32 11 40 33 10 34 35 34 5 4 43 43 6 8
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    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 165854 Axle 17 156546 Shaft Asm Strg 18 57079 Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 19 160395 Support Shaft 22 165857 Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx 23 165851 Shaft Asm Pittman 25 154406
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    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 5 6 22 2 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 171683 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 73800600 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 155925 11 166369 12 121246X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot
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    DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 2 11 9 6 16 4 43 8 10 2 20 1 5 14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 PART NO. 157032 172741 172738 172739 170856 169210 170563 9 172740 10 157140 DESCRIPTION Decal Oper Decal Fender Auto Decal Hood LH Decal Side Panel Logo Decal
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    ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 2 3 72 1 62 81 13 4 78 32 14 15 44 16 46 38 78 33 37 31 33 40 29 45 23 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38
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    ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140310 2 17720410 3 -------- 4 137352 13 165291 Th/ch 23 5 LH Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine, Briggs Model 311777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Gasket Eng Nipple Pipe Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt Washer
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    MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 158 151 152 67 157 156 153 155 159 153 154 46 68 40 37 36 40 143 144 45 150 40 37 145 44
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    MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA KEY PART NO. NO. 1 165892 2 72140506 3 138017 4 165460 5 165898 19091216 169670 169676 169674 169675 169671 169672 169669 17720410 72140614 130794 172559 Knob Round V-Belt, 42" Mower Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH Nut, Lock,
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    MOWER LIFT TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 41 8 37 5 49 38 30 40 36 13 1 50 3 4 26 6 2 6 11 5 12 4 19 13 31 32 13 31 32 13 19 20 15 17 18 20 16 20 20 15 42
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    MOWER LIFT TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 170770 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939M 15 173288 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73800800
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    SERVICE NOTES 44
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    SERVICE NOTES 45
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    parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part with the instructions furnished. 4. Warranty are belts, blades Service Dept. 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta, GA 30909 USA In Canada contact: Frigidaire Home Products 7075 Ordan Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model
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    FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE CUT THIS IOSUAT1O5°NSDLOOTPTEED LINES ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. 47 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the
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    " 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 part. NOTE: Frigidaire Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized
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OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL:
PR17H42STA
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
173304
Rev. 1
1.17.00
JH/MH
Printed in U.S.A.
TM