Poulan PR1842STB User Manual

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  • Poulan PR1842STB | User Manual - Page 1
    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR1842STB 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 183249 2.27.02 RD Printed in U.S.A.
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    with the instructions, to operate riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower obscure vision. IV. SERVICE • Use extra care
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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 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Sleeve (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet (2) Keys (1) Hex Bolt
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    gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut, from top to bottom, along lines
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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 and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass
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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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    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). TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE FLAT WASHER CENTER
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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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    , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • 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 cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure
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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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    nearest authorized service center/ tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. • Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. • Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of 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 tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. BATTERY TO
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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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    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 SCHEMATIC RED BATTERY BLACK A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) RED WHITE RED 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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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 ELECTRICAL 22 42 24 41 43 27 27 26 27 27 21 40 25 33 30 16 16 8 2 1 D.C. AMPERES 45 52 29 28 27 90 28
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. 1 163465 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176138 21 175685 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 PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 212 17 159 30 24 29 25 26 31 3 208 18 24 12 28 25 26 5 5
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    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART Fender Footrest STLT Pnt 31 136619 Bracket Support Fender 33 179716X428 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 1/4-20 52
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 DRIVE 57 89 51 69 197 81 59 84 85 13 14 112 80 85 11 21 10 8 16
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ------ 2 146682 3 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof 69 142432 Screw Hex wsh HiLo 1/4 x 1/2 unc 70 134683 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH 74 137057 Spacer Axle 75 121749X Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 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 34
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 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 PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 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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    Owner's (English) 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
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 ENGINE 2 3 72 1 62 81 38 13 4 78 32 44 16 14 46 78 33 37 31 40 33 45 112 41 23 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 38
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170551 2 ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, Briggs Model 31H777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Gasket Eng Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 MOWER DECK 67 157 158 156 151 153 155 152 68 40 37 36 40 143 153 154 144 45 159 150 44 34 46 40
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 4 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 178024 Bar
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 MOWER LIFT 7 41 8 37 38 40 11 19 13 5 36 13 4 6 12 13 31 32 19 13 31 32 1 3 2 6 5 4 20 15 17 18 20 16 20 20 15 42
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR1842STB PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 82-05 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. 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 175689 18 73800800 19
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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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    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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    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:
PR1842STB
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
183249
2.27.02
RD
Printed in U.S.A.