Poulan 183255 manual

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    O WNER'S MANU A L MODEL: PPR20H42STB LA WN TRA CT OR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION W ARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warn- ings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. IMPOR T ANT MANU AL Do Not Throw A wa y 183255 Rev. 1 9.20.02 RD/MH Printed in U.S.A. 02478[...]

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    2 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY R ULES I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machin[...]

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    3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers SAFETY R ULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al- ways look down and behind before and while backing. • Never car[...]

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    4 GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER 4.0 PIN TS W/O FILTER 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forw ard: 0-5.5 Reverse 0-2.4 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 P SI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATT[...]

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    5 UNASSEMBLED PAR TS (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Mulch Blades (2) Keys Slope Sheet Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Locknut 1/2-20[...]

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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. Utility knife Pliers (1) 3/4" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). T [...]

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    7 ASSEMBL Y TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See “TO TRANS[...]

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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 prepa[...]

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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. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSUR[...]

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    10 OPERA TION KNO W Y OUR TRA CT OR 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 Stan[...]

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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 MO WING 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 should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of t[...]

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    15 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 will bio[...]

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    16 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVIC[...]

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    17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer secur- ing 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 STA[...]

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    18 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or trans[...]

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    19 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPEC[...]

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    20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRA CT OR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) 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 [...]

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    21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 21 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 22 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO[...]

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    22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) 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 on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake p[...]

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    23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 27) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace[...]

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    24 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 29 FIG. 30 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. REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 29 and 30) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi[...]

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    25 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position. • Check that swi[...]

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    26 ST ORA GE 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. TRA CT OR Remove mower from tr[...]

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    27 PR OB LEM CAUSE CORRECTION TR OUBLESHOO TING POINTS 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 fi[...]

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    28 PRO BLE M CAUSE CORRECTION TR OUBLESHOO TING POINTS Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. R[...]

  • Page 29

    29 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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    30 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 8 2 1 27 D.C. AMPERES 45 16 16 22 21 52[...]

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    31 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB ELECTRICAL KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 B o l t Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery Fender 1 6 176138 S w i t c h I n t e r l o c k 2 1 175685 H arness Socket Light 2 2 4152J Bu l b , L i g ht # 1156 2 4 4799J Cable Battery 2 5 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire[...]

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    32 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB CHASSIS 26 25 58 219 20 219 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 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 161 14 38 14 206 212 159[...]

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    33 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB CHASSIS KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 S crew 3/8-16 X .75 5 155272 B um per Hood/Dash 9 168337X012 Dash P/L 1 0 72140608 B o l t C a rriage 3/8-16 x 1 1 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 1 2 145660 C l i p T i nnerman 1 3 172105X010 Panel Dash Rh 1 4 17490608 Screw Thdr[...]

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    34 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB DRIVE 66 29 28 32 30 52 32 59 38 61 41 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 39 34 16 1 77 77 30 52 56 64 65 212 63 116 70 57 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 15 37 51 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 81 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 169 150 84 16 199 16 250 71 200 73 16 250 197 95 89 69[...]

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    35 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB DRIVE KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 314-0510 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer) 8 165619 Rod Shift Hydro LT 1 0 76020416 P i n C o t t e r 1 / 8 x 1 C A D 1 4 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1 5 74490544 Bolt, Hex FLGHD 5/16-18[...]

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    36 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB STEERING ASSEMBLY 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 87 46 46 8 6 87 29 88 71 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82[...]

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    37 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 W heel Steering 2 172393 A x l e Asm Cast Iron LT 3 169840 S pindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X W asher 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 R ing Klip #t5304-75 1 0 175121 Link Drag 1 1 10040600 Was[...]

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    38 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 B o l t F i n Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 C lip Push-In 6 73800600 N u t H e x 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 W a s h e r 1 [...]

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    39 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB 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 . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 10 3 16 9 1 59192 C a p Valve Tire 2 65139 S t e m V a l v e 3 170455 T i r e F T 1 5 X 6 0 [...]

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    40 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB ENGINE 14 38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 41 112 40[...]

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    41 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB ENGINE KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 170771 Control, Throttle 2 17720408 S c r e w Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 3 - - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model 407777 (Order Parts from Engine Mfg.) 4 149723 M uffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 5 160589 Pipe E[...]

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    42 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 129 92 131 130 92 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB MOWER DECK 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 113 117 116 118 119 114 115 112 1[...]

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    43 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB MOWER DECK KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892X421 M ower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 B o l t 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 4 165460 B r acket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M R e t ai n er S p ri n g 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 [...]

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    44 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13[...]

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    45 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STB MOWER LIFT 1 159460 W i r e Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E R i n g #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 125631X Grip Handle 8 170770 Button Plunger 1 1 139865 Link Lift LH Fixed Length 1 2[...]

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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 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to preven[...]

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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 REPLA CEMENT P A R TS: 1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase. 2. Consult the yellow pages of your phone di[...]