Poulan PR625Y22RHP Owner Manual

Poulan PR625Y22RHP Manual

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    SELF-PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER 115 58 78-27 Rev. 4 04.23.15 BY Printed in U.S.A.
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    apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest • Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the RE- PAIR PARTS section of this manual). 2 Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar
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    devices in place. • See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Always wear eye protection when operating or fuel contain- er where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater or on other
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    SAFETY RULES V. GENERAL SERVICE • Never run a machine inside a closed area. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
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    this manual. What is the spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cables. LEFT HAND SIDE RIGHT HAND SIDE "QUICK RELEASE" HANDLES (ON 18" HI-VAC MODELS
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    ASSEMBLY "QUICK RELEASE" HANDLES (ALL OTHER MODELS) • Raise lower handle section to mowing position adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service Lower handle and Adjustments section of this manual. NOTE: For shipping purposes, the rear wheels on your lawn mower may
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    . • Slowly pull engine starter rope out until rope will slip into loop of rope guide. • Tighten T-knob. INSTALL REAR WHEELS ("HIGH WHEEL" MOWERS ONLY) Some high wheel models require washers which will be provided in a parts bag. If provided, install washers on the axle first as shown. • Install one
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    • Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of bag on the bottom. • Slip vinyl bindings over SPARK PLUG BOOT On some models a spark plug boot is packed loose in the parts bag. If your model has the boot, install on spark plug wire and reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug. Spark plug
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    START MODELS ONLY) NOTE: Your battery must be charged before you can start your lawn mower. • Open battery box (if equipped). • Disconnect engine connector (male) (if equipped) from battery connector (female). • Connect battery charger connector (male) to harness connector (female). • Plug battery
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    ) is in the ON position. FAST SLOW TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT ALL MODELS: Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Medium position is best for Before operating mower adjust all wheels to the same cutting height. "MANUAL" ADJUSTMENT • Remove wheel, bolt, and hardware and reassemble in
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    OPERATION "QUICK-PIN" ADJUSTMENT • To change cutting height, pull up on adjuster lever, move wheel up or down to suit your requirements and release adjuster lever. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting. NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when lever inserts into hole in plate. LEVER BACKWARD
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    shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. "REAR DISCHARGE ONLY" MOWERS Some models have a seperate mulcher plug, other models have the mulcher plug built into the rear door. To convert to bagging or discharging, the plate or plug (if so equipped) must be removed from the discharge opening of the lawn
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    • Mower can now be used for side dis- charging or optional grass catcher can be attached. • To return to mulching operation, simply reinstall mulcher plug as shown, making sure tab is seated properly. CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without discharge deflector, approved grass catcher or mulcher
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    seated properly. Close rear door. SIDE DISCHARGING • Mulcher plate or plug (if equipped) must be installed into rear discharge opening of mower. mulcher door Discharge deflector "REAR DOOR PROP" (IF EQUIPPED) (22PLUS MODELS ONLY) NOTE: Rear door will remain open until operator presence control bar
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    CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without rear mulcher plate or plug in place or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate bagging operation. Grass catcher TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (REAR DISCHARGE AND MULTI-CUT MODELS) • Simply open rear door and lift grass catcher up and away from
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    3. Reinstall grass catcher on rear door. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear. Handle 21" (53cm) HI-VAC MODELS: Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to rear bagging or side discharging: REAR BAGGING 1. Remove knob securing mulcher
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    OPERATION 3. Secure rear of discharge chute to lawn mower housing with knob. 4. Place rear handle of grass catcher on the crossbar of the lawn mower's lower handle as shown. 5. Lift the round door of the discharge chute and place the grass catcher into place on the discharge chute. NOTE: Be sure
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    OPERATION OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR (ALL MODELS) Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle in order
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    push the mower forward slightly to disengage drive wheels. FRONT WHEEL DRIVE MODELS ONLY: • To keep drive control engaged when turning corners, push drive cable. Proceed as follows: • Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. • Loosen nut, move drive control hous- ing down handle
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    the engine. • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. • Remove engine oil filler plug (oil fill cap/ dipstick on models so equipped). • Slowly add oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Fill to the top of slot in filler hole
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    MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they
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    maintain mower as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or replace
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    maintenance. Crankshaft keyway TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are
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    cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail Reassemble dry. Do not lubricate. Do not use oil or grease. IMPORTANT: The pinion gears (on both contact your nearest authorized service center. 18" (45cm) HI-VAC MODELS ONLY: 1. Remove
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    inside of filler hole or to "FULL" line on dipstick on models so equipped. Keep oil at proper level. Fuel Filter MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours
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    leaks are present, start engine (as described in the Operation section of this manual) and let engine run until the underside of the lawn mower is clean. life. 8. Start engine (as described in the Operation section of this manual) and let engine run for a full minute to remove excess water from
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    CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Release operator presence control bar. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST
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    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE / REPLACE DRIVE BELT FRONT WHEEL DRIVE MODELS: "STANDARD" OR "DUAL BAIL" MODELS: • Remove drive cover. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by pushing down on pulley and rolling belt off it. • Turn lawn mower on its side. See engine manual for proper direction of
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    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REAR WHEEL DRIVE MODELS: MODELS WITH IDLER ASSEMBLY: • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug assembly • Turn lawn mower on its side. See engine manual for proper direction of turning over the engine. NOTE: Before
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    idler arm. 5. Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to remove drive belt, empty fuel adapter HI-VAC MODELS: 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. Remove screws
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    screws previously removed. 12. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug. 21" (53cm) HI-VAC MODELS: Belt retainer Belt keepers Drive belt 22PLUS REAR WHEEL DRIVE MODELS: 1. Remove screws securing rear baffle. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air Tab filter and carburetor down. NOTE: Before tipping
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    to the carburetor when running engine. See the ADJUSTMENT section of your engine manual for further instructions. ENGINE SPEED manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts
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    handle Handle lever Lower handle Handle bolt Lower handle "QUICK-RELEASE" HANDLES You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage. ON 18" HI-VAC MODELS ONLY: 1. Loosen the two (2) handle levers on sides of the upper handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear. 2. Move height adjustment lever
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    new spark plug. BATTERY (IF EQUIPPED) Disconnect the battery from the engine connector and charge battery 48 hours. Lower handle Lower handle "standard" knob ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel
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    TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel. 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Bad spark plug . 5. Too much oil in engine. 6.
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    TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. not filling 2. Lift on blade worn off. (If so equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 1. Raise cutting height. 2.
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SELF-PROPELLED ROTARY
LAWN MOWER
115 58 78-27 Rev. 4
04.23.15
BY
Printed in U.S.A.