Poulan PR20H42STA User Manual

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  • Poulan PR20H42STA | User Manual - Page 1
    Do Not Throw Away 01533 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR20H42STA 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 173411 Rev. 1 08.28.03 TR/rad Printed in U.S.A.
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    , understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower
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    SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • Be sure the area is clear of is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
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    (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4, 15-18 ASSEMBLY 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-24 STORAGE 25 TROUBLESHOOTING 26-27 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR 30-43
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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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    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 USE YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE MOWER (SEE FIG. 4). TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING
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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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    reduces the battery charging rate. • Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor- mance. TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) Use choke control lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to
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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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    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 onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass
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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, SG or SH. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more 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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    dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air engine life. FIG. 16 TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove wing nuts and
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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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    front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that
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    SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FIG. 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) 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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    mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor 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 purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also
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    SERVICE cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the
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    Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 15 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 31) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood , see engine manual. High speed SERVICE
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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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    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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    SERVICE NOTES 28
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    SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA 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. 29
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA ELECTRICAL 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 30
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA ELECTRICAL 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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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA CHASSIS 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 32
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    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA CHASSIS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 169061 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 5 155272 Bumper Hood 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
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA DRIVE 51 51 57 89 69 197 81 32 30 52 16 95 77 15 96 1 26 63 169 198 161 159 158 59 162
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ------ 8 165619 10 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 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA 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 5 4 43 43 6 8 36
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 165854 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
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA 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. 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. Pan Seat Knob Seat Bracket Mounting Switch KEY PART NO. NO. 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA DECALS 2 11 9 16 4 43 10 2 20 1 8 6 5 14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 PART NO. 157032 172741 172738 173296 170858 169210 170563 9 172740 10 157140 DESCRIPTION Decal Oper Decal Fender Auto Decal Hood LH Decal Side Panel Logo Decal HP Engine Decal
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA ENGINE 2 1 32 15 38 25 26 27 7 14 81 17 44 46 31 40 33 37 33 23 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 3 13 8 10 17 16 6 5 11 12 45 4 40
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 141295 Control Throt 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 Engine B&S Model No. 461707 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 4 149723 Muffler Exhaust 5 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 6 144068
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA MOWER DECK 158 151 152 67 157 156 153 155 159 153 154 46 68 40 37 36 40 143 144 45 150 40 37 145
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA 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 165460X421 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 130832 Arm, Suspension,
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA MOWER LIFT 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 44
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR20H42STA MOWER LIFT 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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    the instructions furnished. Service Dept. Electrolux Canada Corp. 250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive Augusta, GA 30909 USA Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer
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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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    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 part. NOTE: Electrolux Home Products
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01533
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PR20H42STA
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
173411
Rev. 1
08.28.03
TR/rad
Printed in U.S.A.