Poulan PRO 183284 - Manuals

5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (2) Keys Slope Sheet Keys (2) Mulch Blades

6 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. Toensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use thecorrect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. ...

8 FIG. 5 ASSEMBLY DEFLECTORSHIELD LATCHHOOKS MULCHERPLATE I M P O R T A N T : F O R S H I P P I N G P U R P O S E S , T H E M U L C H E R P L A T E W A S P R E A T T A C H E D T O Y O U RM O W E R . T H E M U L C H E R P L A T E M U S T O N L Y B E U S E DW I T H T H E M U L C H I N G B L A D E S T ...

9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory forshipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important forbest cutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results,...

10 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 FA...

11 AMPS 60 0 60 OPERATION 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. Savethis manual for future reference. FIG. 6 Our tractors co...

12 OPERATION CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described above, before leav-ing the operator's position; to emptygrass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7) Always operate engine at full throttle.• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces thebattery charging rate. ...

13 OPERATION L O WPOSITION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensingswitch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat withthe engine running and the attachment clutch engaged willshut off the engine.• Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with...

14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine hasrun out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuelfrom the tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engagedposition. • Sit on seat in operating position,...

15 OPERATION FIG. 11 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengagefreewheel lever while the engine isrunning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-mended that the transmission be purged before operatingtractor for the first time. This procedure will remove anytrapped air i...

16 BE FO RE E AC H US E T RAC 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 DATESAS YO...

17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distanceat high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.(See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjust-ments section of ...

18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FIG. 15 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to preventengine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept...

19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowingseason or after every 100 hours of operation, whicheveroccurs first. Spark plug typ...

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR FIG. 18 RETAINERSPRINGS(BOTH SIDES) RETAINERSPRINGS( B O T HSIDES) ELECTRICCLUTCHPULLEY F R O N TLINK SUSPENSIONARMS RETAINERSPRING ANTI-SWAYBAR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachment clutch sw...

21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) I M P O R T A N T : D E C K M U S T B E L E V E L S I D E - T O - S I D E . I F T H E F O L L O W I N G F R O N T - T O - B A C K A D J U S T M E N T I SN E C E S S A R Y , B E S U R E T O A D J U S T B O T H F R O N T L I N K...

23 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS(See Fig. 26) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allowwheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Donot lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel huband axle. Insert square key...

24 FIG. 30 SWIVEL CLAMPSCREW STOP ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE(See Fig. 30) The throttle control has been preset at the factory andadjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment asdescribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment isnecessary, proceed as follows:• With engine not...

25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does notoperate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, takeyour tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/oradjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damagema...

26 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ofthe season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days ormore. CAUTION: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in any...

27 TROUBLESHOOTING 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/r...

29 BATTERY FUSE RED RED RED RED BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK IGNITION UNIT SPARK PLUGS GAP (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK ORANGE BROWN M SOLENOID WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UN...

30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 50 22 21 81 D.C. AMPERES 45 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 55 52 16

32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 64 209 158 74 30 159 209 13 3 31 1 9 157 156 10 26 144 26 10 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 143 60 17 29 145 161 166 37 37 209 11 209 209 20 59 28 166 166 154 209 166 155 166 209 54 58 54 14 14 38 38 213 214 3 2...

33 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 9 163976X428 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 11 167203 Panel Dash Lh 13 178298 Panel Dash Rh 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 175260X428 Hood 20 162026 Plate ...

34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 DRIVE 29 28 30 52 32 37 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 16 1 77 77 241 32 30 52 57 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 59 19 219 221 221 220 222 221 19 51 51 250 19 19 6 231 239 33 239 238 52 237 233 240 232 241 235 242 221 215 224...

36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 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 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 38 12 72 1 41 42 37 36 37

38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 32 31 34 33 37 33 39 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 14 38 15 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175437X428 Control Throttle 2 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 3...

39 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 171684 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 4 19131610 Washer Flat 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...

40 1 0 3 1 6 9 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 170455 Tire F T 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item Only) 5 106732X421 Rim Asm 6"front Service 6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing Flange (F...

41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 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 1 159461 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger 2 159476 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 138284 P...

42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STC, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 MOWER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 54 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 59 19 4 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 61 149 118 136 21 139 137 119 117 116 5 21 13...

46 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we willrepair or replace, at our option, withou...

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 great...

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 SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: 1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase....