Poulan PRK17G42STA User Manual

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  • Poulan PRK17G42STA | User Manual - Page 1
    IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PRK17G42STA 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 177545 12.12.00 RD Printed in U.S.A.
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    and follow all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn manual and on the riding mowerrelated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. IV. SERVICE
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    Ride-On Mowers • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 18 - 23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 - 26 REPAIR PARTS 28 -
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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 Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Steering Sleeve (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Wheel Adapter Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob
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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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    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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    to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, remove key. TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. Your tractor is equipped with an operator
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    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 storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be . season. See Storage Instructions for additional information.
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    Service and Adjustments section of this manual. 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 fall 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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    approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean change. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. •
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    Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge. NOTE: Do not 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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    side of tractor. • Lower lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE
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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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    removal. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 22 TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side
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    when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per 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. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toein or camber
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    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL KEPS NUT HEX BOLT RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20
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    , altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. IHigh speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE
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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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    SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 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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    REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 21 22 42 24 41 43 27 27 26 40 27 27 81 81 81 25 33 30 11 12 2 1 8 10 D.C. AMPERES 45 52 29 27 28 12 28 16 16
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    REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 8 156417 16 161343 21 166181 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 160784 30
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 159 30 24 212 29 18 24 12 28 25 26 31 3 208 25 26 5 5 53 51 58 52 55 57
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    PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART 169470X428 Fender Footrest STLT Pnt 31 136619 Bracket Support Fender 33 145244X428 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 145243X428 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
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    REPAIR PARTS DRIVE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 57 51 89 51 69 197 81 59 84 85 13 14 112 80 85 11 21 10 8 16 52 30 32 170 77 198
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 ------ 2 146682 3 123666X 4 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof 69 142432 Screw Hex wsh HiLo 1/4 x 1/2 unc 70 134683 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH 72 19132012 Washer 13/32 X 1-1/4 X 12 Ga 74 137057 Spacer Axle 75
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 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 82 29 15 46 8 6 2 87 5 68 67 13 65 46 8 6 67 67 3 32 11 40 33 10 34 35 87 5 4 43 43 6 8 34
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 172393 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 PRK17G42STA 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 NO. NO. 1 171683 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 73800600 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 174894 11 166369 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA DECALS 2 11 16 4 3 4 10 2 20 9 1 8 18 5 14 19 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156369 2 176305 3 176308 4 176304 5 177526 8 170563 9 172740 10 157140 11 172743 DESCRIPTION Decal Oper Decal Fender Side Decal Hood LH Decal Side Panel
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    REPAIR PARTS ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 2 1 32 31 40 3 105 44 46 38 81 16 14 105 33 37 33 29 23 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 80 13 77 101 4 45 38
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170805 Control Th/ch Flag 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 Engine, Kohler CV 490 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 4 159420 Muffler Exhaust 13 12-041-03 Gasket Muffler 14 148456 Tube
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA MOWER DECK 67 157 158 156 151 153 155 152 153 154 159 46 68 40 37 36 40 143 144 45 150 40 37 145
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    REPAIR PARTS MOWER DECK TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 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 PRK17G42STA 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 42
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    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STA 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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    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 questions
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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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    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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    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:
PRK17G42STA
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
177545
12.12.00
RD
Printed in U.S.A.