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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[...]

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    2 I . GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure th[...]

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    3 Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN- VOLVED. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transport- ing, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. W ARNING The engine exh[...]

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    4 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .003" – .005" EXHAUST: .005" – .007" GROUND SP[...]

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    5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lock washer 3/8 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (2) Mulch Blades (2) Keys Slope Sheet Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter[...]

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    6 ASSEMBL Y T OOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operat[...]

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    7 ASSEMBL Y SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER SEAT INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove cardboard packin[...]

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    8 ASSEMBL Y CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Mi[...]

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    9 OPERA TION These 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 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED MOWER LIFT DAN[...]

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    10 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR 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 for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standard[...]

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    11 OPERA TION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING T[...]

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    12 OPERA TION TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absolu[...]

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    13 OPERA TION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parki[...]

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    14 FIG. 10 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • 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 will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass [...]

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    15 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPL[...]

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    16 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON[...]

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    17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES -20° 0° 30° 40° 80° 100° -30° -20° 0° 20[...]

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    18 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remo[...]

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    19 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACT OR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 19) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and lift clutch s[...]

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    20 IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys an[...]

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    21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. • Measur[...]

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    22 NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL CHARGED BATTERY CABLES CHASSIS FIG. 29 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manua[...]

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    23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS HOOD TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, st[...]

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    24 ST ORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACT OR Remove mower from trac[...]

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    25 Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter. [...]

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    26 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade[...]

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    27 BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE WHITE RED BLACK ORANGE BLACK BROWN BLACK BLACK BLACK STARTER M SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SOLENOID BLACK LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT 5 AMP AC @ 3600[...]

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    28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 D.C. AMPERES 45 16 16 22 21 52[...]

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    29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A ELECTRICAL KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 144925 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 1 6 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 2 1 166181 Harness Socket Light 2 2 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 2 4 4799J Cable Battery 2 5 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire 2 6 166180 [...]

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    30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A CHASSIS 58 207 20 207 23 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 208 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 3 37 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 18 3 38 3 206 212[...]

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    31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A CHASSIS KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 169061 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 X .75 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X012 Dash P/L 1 0 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 1 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 1 2 145660 Clip Tinnerman 1 3 172108 Panel Dash Rh 1 7 159639X428 Hood LT/PL 1 8 126938X Bump[...]

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    32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A DRIVE 66 29 28 32 30 52 32 59 42 38 61 41 42 40 53 35 55 36 42 62 35 36 22 39 34 16 1 77 77 30 52 56 64 65 51 72 63 116 70 57 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 15 37 51 51 27 51 48 151 202 49 26 47 50 51 81 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 169 150 84 16 199 16 61 71 200 73 16 [...]

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    33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A DRIVE KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P A RT N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 314-0510 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer) 8 165619 Rod Shift Hydro LT 1 0 76020416 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 1 4 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 5 74490544 Bolt, Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 1 6 7[...]

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    34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A STEERING ASSEMBLY 11 22 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 18 19 27 62 23 11 40 66 29 25 79 8 40 32 8 6 46 46 8 6 2 1 41 17 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 80 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 29 29 82 10 47 47 85 85[...]

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    35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 165854 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 1 0 169832 Link Drag 1 1 10040600 Washer Lock[...]

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    36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push-In 6 73800600 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 Smgml 9 19131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. 1[...]

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    37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KE Y PART NO. N O. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 10 3 16 9 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 170455 Tire F T 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4[...]

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    38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 40 62 13 4 72 78 81 3 14 38 15 16 78 23 45[...]

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    39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A ENGINE 1 140310 Control Th/ch 23 5 LH Flag 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 - - - - - - - - Engine, Briggs Model 311777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 4 137352 Muffler 1 3 165291 Gasket Eng 1 4 13280324 Nipple Pipe 1 5 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt 1 6 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Too[...]

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    40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A MOWER DECK 15 14 12 128 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 35 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 22 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 113 117 116 118 119 114 115 112 121 114 [...]

  • Page 41

    41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A MOWER DECK KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 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 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patche[...]

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    42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 49[...]

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    43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17H42ST A MOWER LIFT 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 105767X Pi n G r oove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 125631X Gr ip Handle 8 170770 Button Plunger 1 1 139865 Link Lift LH Fixed Length 1 2 139[...]

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    44 SER VICE NOTES[...]

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    45 SER VICE NOTES[...]

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    46 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacin[...]

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    47 15° MAX. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES THIS IS A 15° SLOPE SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to pre[...]

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    Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. FOR SER VICE OR REPLACEMENT P AR TS: 1 . Consult your dealer/place of purchase. 2 . Consult the yellow pages of your phone di[...]